in shape »
I hope to get in shape for summer swimsuit season.
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knowledge is power »
With knowledge and/or education, one's potential or ability to succeed in the pursuit of his objectives will certainly increase.
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light bucket »
Nickname for a reflecting telescope, especially one with a relatively large aperture and suitable for observing deep sky objects such as nebulae and galaxies.
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mutton dressed as lamb »
A mature woman dressed in a style more suited to a young woman, especially if a deliberate attempt to appear young.
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now you're cooking »
A phrase, often given in response, meaning that the subject has switched to a more suitable or more efficient approach.
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out of line »
Inappropriate or unsuitable, especially by reason of being unmannerly or indelicate.
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out of order »
Inappropriate or unsuitable.
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penguin suit »
A tuxedo.
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play fast and loose »
To ignore proper behavior or social conventions, especially when it suits ones purpose.
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romper suit »
baby's outfit
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sabre-rattling »
Any threat, such as one company threatening another with a lawsuit.
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slip into something a little more comfortable »
To wear something suitable to be stripped off by a lover.
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square meal »
A satisfying meal, especially suitable for one performing physical labor.
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tone down »
To make a television program, piece of writing, etc. less offensive and so more suitable for a family audience.
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tout de suite »
Immediately, right away.
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