turn over a new leaf »
To engage in self-improvement; to begin a good habit or shed a bad habit.
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up to no good »
Misbehaving, being mischievous.
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warm fuzzy »
A good impression; a feeling of comfort or trust.
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what goes around comes around »
The status eventually returns to its original value after completing some sort of cycle.A person's actions, whether good or bad, will often have consequences for that person.
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what's the good of »
What is the purpose or advantage of.
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whistle past the graveyard »
To attempt to stay cheerful in a dire situation; To proceed with a task, ignoring an upcoming hazard, hoping for a good outcome.
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white goods »
fridges, washing machines, etc
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window dressing »
The goods and trimmings used in such display.
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winter rat »
An old, unattractive automobile, purchased for little money, to be driven during brutal Great Lakes winters while the owner's "good" car remains garaged and protected from corrosive road salt for the season.
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worth one's while »
Good and important enough for one to spend time, effort, or money on.
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you can't say fairer than that »
That is good, reasonable, or fair; one cannot hope for a better decision or outcome.
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you get what you pay for »
In commercial transactions, the quality of goods and services increases as the prices increase, i.e., the more one pays, the better the merchandise.2003, Michael Blumenthal, "For Whom the School Bell Tolls," Time, 7 Dec.:Though it may sound unapologetically capitalistic to say so
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you never know what you've got till it's gone »
Good friends and acquaintances shouldn't be taken for granted.
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