pull out »
To withdraw; especially of military forces; to retreat.
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put something into perspective »
To compare with something similar to give a clearer, more accurate idea.
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ring a bell »
To seem at least vaguely familiar.
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rumor mill »
A group or network of persons who originate or promulgate gossip and other unsubstantiated claims.
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run a mile »
To escape, flee or leave a situation or relationship, usually as a result of a shocking or sudden announcement or revelation.
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run away with »
To leave secretly with another person. Usually with the intention of getting married or of living together against the wishes of the family.
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run-of-the-mill »
Ordinary; not special.
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sabre-rattling »
A flamboyant display of military power as an implied threat that it might be used.
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screen out »
To use a screen, grate, sieve or similar means to separate large from small objects or particles.
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send away »
To send to a particular place for a long time, as a family member, an employee, etc.
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serve time »
To be in prison or a similar institute.
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shit-eating grin »
A broad smile indicating self-awareness that may suggest self-satisfaction, smugness, discomfort, or embarrassment.
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show the flag »
Of a naval vessel or military force, to identify itself by displaying the flag of its country of origin, especially in order to establish an authoritative presence and to exert diplomatic or political influence.
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sing from the same hymnbook »
To make the same or similar statements, especially to express the same opinions in public as a result of a prior agreement.
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slap on the wrist »
A mild or too-mild punishment; a reprimand.
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