a rising tide lifts all boats »
Benefits provided to a few may lead to conditions that are beneficial to all.
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as is »
In its present state or condition, especially as a contractual condition of sale.
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as long as »
Depending upon some condition or requirement; provided that; if, assuming; so long as.
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at best »
In the most favorable of conditions; at the most.
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break out »
To begin suddenly; to emerge in a certain condition.
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eat one's hat »
Used in a result clause to express disbelief in the conditional clause proposition.
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face up to »
To confront a condition or situation, typically one that is unpleasant or uncomfortable.
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fancypants »
Alternative spelling of fancy pants. The condition of being overly showy; concerned more about one's reputation than anything else.
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fine print »
The details, restrictions, terms, or conditions, especially of a contract, often printed in very small type.
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flat-footed »
Having the specific physical condition of flat feet.
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go to seed »
To deteriorate; to decline into an unkempt or debased condition.
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greener pastures »
Any place or condition that is more favorable or beneficial.
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in clover »
In a condition of prosperity.
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in shape »
In good condition, repair; in a good state.
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in the woods »
In critical condition; near death's door.
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| BTW, Why won't you become an editor? |
