the long arm of the law »
The body of law enforcement officers.
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to be sure »
Admittedly, undoubtedly, certainly.
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tone up »
To strengthen and make the muscles of the body firmer by regular excercise.
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touch a nerve »
To make a remark or perform a deed which produces a strong response, especially an emotional response such as anxiety or annoyance, because it calls to mind something which has been a source of concern or embarrassment.
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touch-and-go »
Precarious, delicate, dangerous, risky, sensitive or of uncertain outcome.
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trench mouth »
Acute necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis, a severe bacterial infection of the gums, typically characterized by inflammation, bleeding, deep ulceration, necrotized tissue, pain, fever, enlarged lymph nodes, fatigue, and halitosis.
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two left feet »
Exhibiting particular clumsiness, especially at dancing or at soccer.
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walk the line »
To participate in the procession at a graduation ceremony; to graduate.
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warm down »
Gentle excercise at the end of a training session before cooling off.
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what of it »
So what? Who cares? Expresses disinterest, disregard or lack of concern.
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whisper campaign »
A method of persuasion in which damaging rumors or innuendo are deliberately spread concerning a person or other target, while the source of the rumors tries to avoid detection.
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without fail »
Certainly; by all means; as a matter of importance.
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wooden-top »
Uniformed police officers.
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you bet »
Certainly; you're welcome; a reply to thank you or to a request.
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you bet »
Expresses support, agreement, certainty or emphasis.
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