the bigger they are, the harder they fall »
The larger something is, the more disastrous and spectacular its downfall
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thumb one's nose »
To place a thumb upon the tip of the nose, usually while simultaneous wiggling one's fingers, in a gesture of disrespect.
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tip of the iceberg »
Only the beginning; just a small indication of a larger possibility; a problem is much bigger than it seems.
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trigger-happy »
Having a tendency or desire to shoot a firearm irresponsibly before adequately identifying the target.
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trigger-happy »
Inclined to behave recklessly, especially with machinery.
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trigger-happy »
Inclined to react excessively or violently at the slightest provocation.
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