summer and winter »
To spend extended periods of time with; to test.
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take a bullet »
To purposely receive a gunshot that was intended for another.
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take out of context »
To interpret something in a manner in which it was not intended to be understood, often deliberately.
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take someone's point »
To agree with what a person says; to understand a person's argument and be persuaded by it.
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thanks for nothing »
Expression of displeasure towards a person who has not provided what was wanted.
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that's the ticket »
That's just right; that's just what is needed.
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the proof of the pudding is in the eating »
The only real test of something is as what it is intended to be used for.
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the road to hell is paved with good intentions »
well-intended acts can lead to disaster
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the terrorists will have won »
Phrase used following a description of an activity to indicate that if that activity is not continued or carried out, those who seek to disrupt normal activities through terror will have succeeded, an which is an unacceptable result.
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think tank »
A group of which performs research and develops reports and recommendations on topics relating to strategic planning or public policy, and which is usually funded by corporations, interest groups, or government.
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third string »
Of a decidedly lower quality or condition.
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three-martini lunch »
A leisurely, expensive, midday meal associated with drinking, which is tax-deductible because business is discussed.
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tongue-in-cheek »
Not intended seriously; jocular or humorous.
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trailer trash »
Deleted from the movie trailer. Not included in theatrical run.
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turn in one's grave »
To be appalled, offended or disgusted by something, despite being deceased.
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