a golden key can open any door »
Sufficient money can accomplish anything.
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air out »
To expose to air; to leave open or spread out, as to allow odor or moisture to dissipate.
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air out »
To discuss in the open.
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born in a barn »
Engaging in the annoying behavior of inappropriately, and usually neglectfully, leaving open a door or window.
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break into »
To open or begin to use.
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bung up »
To close an opening with a cork, cork like object or other improvised obstruction.
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catch flies »
An ostensible product of awkwardly having one's mouth open wide.
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cattle call »
An audition which is open to the public and thus draws a large number of applicants, many of whom are inexperienced.
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chat up »
In a friendly, open, or casual manner, sometimes also in a charming or affected manner, usually to curry favor, and sometimes flirtatiously with the intention of establishing a romantic or sexual encounter or relationship with that person.
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deer in the headlights »
A mental state of high arousal caused by anxiety fear, panic, surpriseand/or confusion, or substance abuse. The behavioral signs are like a deer subjected to a car's headlights, such as widely opened eyes and a lack of motor reactions.
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draw out »
To use means to entice or force to be more open or talkative.
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four score and seven years ago »
As an opener, a sometimes sarcastic indicator to indicate a past event being mentioned is particularly important.
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gray area »
A part that is not clear or certain; something that is open to interpretation.
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hang out one's shingle »
To open an office or business, especially in a profession.
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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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