sticking-place »
The point at which a process or thing, especially a state of mind or emotion, reaches its greatest strength and remains steadfast; sticking point.
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take in »
To receive into your home for the purpose of processing for a fee.
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tea service »
crockery set
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the die is cast »
The future is determined; there are no more options; events will proceed in an irreversible manner.
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think twice »
To reconsider, use judgement; to proceed with caution or thought.
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throw the baby out with the bathwater »
To discard something valuable, often inadvertently, in the process of removing waste.
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tread lightly »
To proceed carefully; especially, to seek to avoid causing offense.
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turn the page »
To proceed to the next page in a book.
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under the knife »
Undergoing a surgical procedure.
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walk the line »
To participate in the procession at a graduation ceremony; to graduate.
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whistle past the graveyard »
To attempt to stay cheerful in a dire situation; To proceed with a task, ignoring an upcoming hazard, hoping for a good outcome.
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zoom along »
To proceed quickly a long distance.
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