a camel is a horse designed by a committee »
An expression critical of committees
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a life of its own »
An independent existence with some characteristics of life.
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across the pond »
On the other side of the Atlantic Ocean.
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add up to »
To have a particular effect.
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ahead of one's time »
Showing characteristics of changes yet to be; present in one's work before later advances in the field; coming earlier than could be generally accepted.
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ahead of the game »
Having completed a task before it is due; ready, prepared, or anticipating.
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aim at »
To design for a particular audience.
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all fired up »
Excited or energized; highly enthusiastic.
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all over the board »
Showing a wide range of values with no particular pattern.
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all over the place »
Everywhere, especially chaotically or in such a way as to make a mess.
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amateur hour »
A situation or activity in which the participants show a lack of skill, sound judgment, or professionalism.
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angle for »
To try to obtain something by subtle indirect means. Political manoeuvres, suggestion, etc.
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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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arm candy »
An attractive, seemingly romantic companion who accompanies a person in public simply so that one or both of the individuals can gain attention, enhance social status, or create an impression of sexual appeal.
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