about time »
Far past the desired time.
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ache for »
To desire, or want something, or someone, very much.
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ask for the moon »
To claim or desire something that one cannot have.
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be at one's beck and call »
To be in the position of serving someone in any way they desire, usually unwillingly.
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camel's nose »
A metaphor for a situation where the permitting of some small act will lead consequently to a larger undesirable act or circumstance.
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castle in the air »
A visionary project or scheme; a day-dream; an idle fancy; a pipe dream; any plan, desire, or idea that is unlikely to be ever realized; a near impossibility.
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caught between the devil and the deep blue sea »
Having a choice between two alternatives, both undesirable.
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chance'd be a fine thing »
Given to indicate that an aforementioned thing would be desirable but unlikely. Comparable to if I should be so lucky.
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cherry-pick »
To pick out the best, or most desirable items from a list or group, especially to obtain some advantage or to present something in the best possible light.
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clean house »
To reform by removing undesirable personnel and procedures.
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cold comfort »
Much less reassurance, consolation, aid, or pleasure than one needs or desires.
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cream of the crop »
The best or most desirable among some selection.
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cry for help »
Acting out as a means of displaying a subconscious desire for attention or help.
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first things first »
Deal with matters of highest priority first; deal with matters in logical sequence.1922, H. G. Wells, The Secret Places of the Heart, ch.4,"First things first," said Sir Richmond. If we set about getting fuel sanely, if we do it as the deliberate, co-operative act of the whole species, then it follows that we shall look very closely into the use that is being made of it.1999, Frank Pellegrini, "House Republicans Quell Mutiny Over Tax Bounty," Time, 23 Jul.,Judging by the polls
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gagging for it »
Up for it, having a strong desire for sex.
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