at large »
On the loose; roaming freely; not confined.
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back out »
To reverse a vehicle from a confined space.
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black-on-black »
Something that is invisible or intentionally obfuscated, such as warnings or fine print.
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bright-line rule »
A clearly defined rule or standard, comprised of objective factors, which leaves little or no room for varying interpretation.
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chance'd be a fine thing »
Given to indicate that an aforementioned thing would be desirable but unlikely. Comparable to if I should be so lucky.
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coop up »
To confine in a restricted place or situation.
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cut it fine »
To achieve something at the last possible moment, or with no margin for error.
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don't drop the soap »
(idiomatic) Used as a mockery to someone who is about to be or should be confined in prison.
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down to a fine art »
Having or showing exceptional proficiency.
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fat of the land »
The greatest part of anything; the finest and most abundant share of resources; the cream of the crop.
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fine feathers make fine birds »
Something that appears beautiful or good is by definition beautiful or good.
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fine line »
A difference, albeit vague and difficult to discern.
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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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fine words butter no parsnips »
Talking about doing something does not get it done.
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fox in the henhouse »
A relationships wherein a predator is granted free reign within the prey's home confinement, often used in the political sense.
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