object lesson »
A lesson taught using a familiar or unusual object as a focus.
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object lesson »
A punishment intended as a deterrent to others.
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object lesson »
An example that typifies a principle.
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object lesson »
Anything used an example or lesson which serves to warn others as to the outcomes that result from a particular action or behavior, as exemplified by the fates of those who followed that course.
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odd and curious »
A way to designate special coins, namely coins that are both odd and imperfect or seriously damaged.
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odd and curious »
On the Isle of Man, the common or general man.
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odd one out »
A visual puzzle where the guesser has to choose which word/picture/symbol etc. does not fit with the others.
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odd one out »
Something or someone in a group that is different or exceptional, that does not fit.
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odds and ends »
Miscellaneous things.
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of a »
Every.
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of all people »
Especially; more than other people.
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of an »
Belonging to the same.
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of an »
Indicates a more or less habitual activity during the given part of the day.
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of course »
Acknowledges the validity of the associated phrase.
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of course »
Asserts that the associated phrase should not be argued, particularly if it is obvious or there is no choice in the matter.
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