above the law »
Exempt from the laws that apply to everyone else.
|
act out »
To go through the process of a scene from a play, a charade or a pointless exercise.
|
an axe to grind »
A grievance, with implications of confrontation.
|
at sixes and sevens »
In a state of confusion.
|
at sixes and sevens »
In a state of dispute or disagreement.
|
big up »
To increase one's muscle mass through exercise.
|
bump and grind »
A combination of movements resembling such a dance, as in road racing, whitewater kayaking, or exercising; any activity involving prolonged jarring or shaking.
|
bust one's chops »
To exert oneself.
|
captain of industry »
A prominent business person who owns or is the highest-ranking executive of one or more major firms, especially one who has considerable wealth and influence.
|
cat that ate the canary »
A person whose appearance and behavior suggest guilt mixed with other qualities, such as satisfaction or feigned nonchalance.
|
cut a wide swath »
To behave in an expansive, flagrantly showy, or pushy manner, especially in public venues; to exert sweeping influence.
|
developments »
A group of building complexes or apartments. Often used for low income housing.
|
dishpan hands »
Hands which are rough, reddish, and dry, as from irritation and chafing caused by immersion in hot water mixed with detergent.
|
dog it »
To underperform; to lag behind; to fail to exert effort.
|
execution style »
Resembling an execution; with the victim aware, but unable to defend himself or resist.
|
| New: We also know Zip Codes FYI! |
