one who hesitates is lost» A person who spends too much time contemplating what to do may miss a valuable but fleeting opportunity.
one's days are numbered» Some period of time, such as a term of employment or a lifetime, is coming to an end.
ontogeny recapitulates phylogeny» (biology, social sciences, art, philosophy) The physical, cultural, moral, or intellectual development of each individual passes through stages similar to the developmental stages of that individual's species, society, or civilization.1905, J. A. Harris, "The Importance of Investigations of Seedling Stages," Science, New Series, vol. 22, no. 554, p. 186:With reference to seedling stages the statement that ontogeny recapitulates phylogeny must be made with great reserve.1961, M. E. Wolfgang, "Pioneers in Criminology: Cesare Lombroso (1835-1909)," The Journal of Criminal Law, Criminology, and Police Science, vol. 52, no. 4, p. 367:Haeckel maintained that ontogeny recapitulates phylogeny, and this idea was incorporated by Lombroso into his parallelism between the criminal and the child.2002, B. S. Jackson, "Models in Legal History: The Case of Biblical Law," Journal of Law and Religion, vol. 18, no. 1, p. 11:For even if we accept that "ontogeny recapitulates phylogeny," those responsible for the drafting of ancient legal documents were not children, and are hardly to be endowed with some form of infantile mentality.
out of it» Not participating in some trend or group.
over and out» Used to signal the end of a conversation, especially one conducted by CB radio or the like.
pan out» To succeed; to proceed according to plan; to result or end up.
parting shot» An insult or barbed comment issued as the speaker departs or the conversation comes to an end.
party animal» A person known for frequent, enthusiastic attendance at parties, especially one whose partying behavior is exuberant or excessive.
party crasher» Someone who attempts and often gains entry to a party or club to which they were not invited, often using social engineering techniques. The party crasher usually tries to blend into the party so as not to be kicked out.