abide by »
To accept a decision or law and act in accordance with it; to conform to; to acquiesce; as, to abide by an award.
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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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all's fair in love and war »
unpleasant behavior is acceptable during love and conflict.
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an offer one can't refuse »
An offer from one side in any transaction with terms so attractive that the other side is almost guaranteed to accept.
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an offer one can't refuse »
An offer from one side in any transaction with the results of failing to accept so unattractive that the other side is almost guaranteed to accept.
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ballpark figure »
An educated guess or estimation within acceptable bounds.
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beggars can't be choosers »
(proverb) When resources are limited, one must accept even substandard gifts.
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behind its time »
Showing characteristics of the past; present in one's work after later advances in the field; coming later than could be generally accepted.
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below the belt »
Unfair; dirty; not according to the generally accepted rules.
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bite the bullet »
To accept a negative aspect of a situation in order to continue moving forward.
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bitter pill »
Something unpleasant that must be accepted or endured.
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bring it on »
Used to indicate one's willingness to accept a challenge, confront a threat, etc.
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broad shoulders »
The ability to take criticism, or accept responsibility.
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come around »
To change one's mind, especially to begin to agree or appreciate what one was reluctant to accept at first.
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come to terms »
To accept or resign oneself to something emotionally painful.
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