a chain is only as strong as its weakest link »
An organization (especially a process or a business) is only as strong or powerful as its weakest person. A group of associates is only as strong as its laziest member.
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assume the mantle »
To take on a specific role or position, along with any associated responsibilites.
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birds of a feather flock together »
People of similar character, background, or taste tend to congregate or associate with one another.
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bundle of energy »
The energy associated with being lively, continually active, or industrious.
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damn by association »
Discredit or condemn a position, person, or thing by attacking those things with which he/she/it is associated.
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faceplant »
The act of landing face first, often associated with bailing during extreme sports.
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happily ever after »
Living happily until death. Typically associated with fairy tales.
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hot potato »
An awkward or delicate problem with which nobody wants to be associated.
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lion »
An individual who shows strength and courage, attributes associated with the lion.
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not touch something with a ten foot pole »
To avoid something at all costs; to refuse to associate with something; signifies a strong aversion.
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of course »
Acknowledges the validity of the associated phrase.
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of course »
Asserts that the associated phrase should not be argued, particularly if it is obvious or there is no choice in the matter.
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scream »
A form of singing associated with the metal and screamo styles of music. It is a loud, rough, distorted version of the voice; rather than the normal voice of the singer.
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serpentine »
Of, or having attributes associated with, the mythological serpent, such as craftiness or deceitfulness.
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split up »
Separate, disassociate, cause to come apart.
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