a drop in the bucket »
An effort or action having very little overall influence, especially as compared to a huge problem.
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actions speak louder than words »
It is more effective to act directly than to speak of action.
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add up to »
To have a particular effect.
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apply oneself »
To put forth a concerted effort; to try; to focus.
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as well »
To the same effect.
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balancing act »
An effort to manage many conflicting or competing items or interests.
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bang for the buck »
Efficiency; cost-effectiveness; value.
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basket case »
One made powerless or ineffective, as by nerves, panic or stress.
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bear down »
To intensify one's efforts.
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bear on »
To influence, have an effect on.
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beat one's head against a stone wall »
To waste effort on a futile project.
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been to the rodeo »
N.d., Alan Neff, Precious Tribes, Vicious Lies, page 72.
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bend over backwards »
To make a great effort; to take extraordinary care; to go to great lengths.
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birds of the feather flock together »
People who are alike physically tend to congregate and socialize together, despite government efforts at forced integration.
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break a sweat »
To put effort into something.
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