head honcho »
The person in charge; the highest-ranking person in an organization.
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heart of gold »
A kind, compassionate, or caring attitude; kindheartedness.
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heart-breaking »
That causes extreme sorrow or grief.
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hedge one's bets »
To reduce the risk of making a mistake, by keeping one's options open.
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hem and haw »
To discuss, deliberate, or contemplate rather than taking action.
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here's to »
Denoting proposed salutation while drinking alcohol, toast.
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hit on »
To flirt with; to approach and speak to (someone), seeking romance, love, sex, etc.
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hit one's stride »
When walking or running, to reach a full or comfortable pace.
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hole in one »
A round that is completed by sinking the ball in a single shot or attempt, with one hit.
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home in on »
To focus or narrow down to something; to find or draw closer, as by trial and error or a gradual seeking process.
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hoover up »
Quickly, especially by taking it into the mouth directly from the plate rather than using cutlery.
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hot desking »
The working practice of sharing desks or workstations between workers, as a means of saving space and resources.
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how do you like them apples »
Directed jestingly or mockingly at someone who has received surprising information, ridiculing the situation.
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hum and haw »
Procrastinate and take a long time before doing something or taking a decision.
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idiot light »
Any warning light or indicator on the dashboard of a car, designed to alert the driver of problems, such as the parking brake being on or the oil being low.
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