carpe diem »
seize the day, make the most of today, enjoy the present
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carpe diem cras »
seize the day tomorrow, make the most of tomorrow
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cutting edge »
The sharp edge of the blade of a knife.
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Drop out of warp »
Dis-engage the cruise control on the car
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hike up »
To raise or increase sharply.
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in focus »
Sharp and clear with no fuzziness.
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look daggers »
To stare sharply at someone to indicate disapproval without actually speaking.
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measure twice and cut once »
(literally, carpentry) One should double-check one's measurements for accuracy before cutting a piece of wood; otherwise it may be necessary to cut again, wasting time and material.1872, "Dressmaking," Hall's Journal of Health, vol. 19, no. 12, p. 280:Look at Carpenters! . . . In old times it was a proverb "Measure twice, and cut once."(figuratively, by extension) Plan and prepare in a careful, thorough manner before taking action.2008, Hilary Johnson, "Mergers rattle bank relations," Financial Week, 9 Nov. (retrieved 9 Nov. 2008):Mr. Paz noted that since the onset of the credit crisis, eBay, like other companies, hasn
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on pins and needles »
Feeling sharp anticipation or anxiety; in a state of suspense.
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peg it »
To run away; to leg it; to scarper.
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roll out the red carpet »
To extend the utmost hospitality; to treat someone as an honored guest; to welcome or host, especially in a showy or extravagant manner.
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sharp as a tack »
Very intelligent.
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sharp cookie »
One who is intelligent, bright, or sharp; especially, one who can identify attempts to deceive or mislead.
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sharp tongue »
The practice or characteristic of speaking to others in a harsh, critical, or insulting manner.
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snap someone's head off »
To suddenly and sharply rebuke or insult a person, especially in response to a harmless remark.
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