Après-ski »
A place "after skiing". Typically a bar or pub where people go after a day on the slopes to ease off and meet other people.
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April showers bring May flowers »
April, traditionally a rainy period, gives way to May, when flowers will bloom because of the water provided to them by the April rains.By extension, that a period of discomfort can provide the basis for a period of happiness.
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as a rule »
normally
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as is »
In its present state or condition, especially as a contractual condition of sale.
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ask out »
To invite somebody, especially on a date.
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ass over teakettle »
Frantically.
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at cross-purposes »
Mutually misunderstanding each other's plans, intentions or meanings.
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at first »
Initially; at the start.
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at heart »
In spirit; according to one's beliefs, views or feelings; deep down, really, fundamentally.
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at last »
After a long time; eventually.
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at last »
In the end; finally; ultimately.
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at sea »
On the ocean or sea, typically of a ship or person aboard a ship.
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avant la lettre »
An example of a term before the term was coined. Describing a term used anachronistically.
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babe magnet »
A person, especially a man, to whom women are attracted.
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back in the day »
In the past; at one time, especially a time which is fondly remembered.
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