apple does not fall far from the tree »
A child grows up to be very similar to its parents, both in behavior and in physical characteristics.1842, E. A. Freidlaender (translator), Frederika Bremer (author), The Neighbours, ch. 10:It is impossible to look at Madam Rhen, without at once making the conclusion that she is pleasantness, hospitality, and loquacity itself; nor can one look upon her daughter Renetta without thinking, "the apple does not fall far from the tree!"1978, Dr. Isador Rosenfeld, "Doctor Asks Patient
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apple of somebody's eye »
A favourite, a particular preference, or a loved one; the object of somebody's affections.
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apples and oranges »
Said of a comparison of items that are not comparable.
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at home »
In the home of one's parents.
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at the ready »
Ready; in a state of preparation or waiting; in position or anticipation.
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autem bawler »
A parson.
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back off »
To become less aggressive, particularly when one had appeared committed to act.
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back office »
The IT and infrastructure support services for a company, separate from the public face of the business.
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back up »
For the non-striker to take a few steps down the pitch, in preparation to taking a run, just as the bowler bowls the ball.
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ballpark estimate »
A ballpark figure, a very rough approximation.
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ballpark figure »
An educated guess or estimation within acceptable bounds.
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barnburner »
Liberal faction of the New York state United States Democratic Party in the mid 19th century.
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barrel »
A wave that breaks with a hollow compartment.
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barrel »
The hollow basal part of a feather.
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batten down the hatches »
Prepare for trouble.
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