burst someone's bubble »
To disillusion; to disabuse someone of a false notion or rationalization that has grown comfortable.
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cry for help »
In her second year at the school Alexis stopped doing her homework and would often scribble on walls. Her teachers wondered whether this was a cry for help, or if she was simply misbehaving.
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handbags at dawn »
A catty squabble.
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on the bubble »
Having qualification for an event depend on the upcoming performances of other competitors.
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on the bubble »
Holding the last qualifying position with qualification still in progress, and thus liable to lose that position.
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on the bubble »
Uncertain of success.
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rabble rouser »
Someone or something that tends to inspire mobs; something controversial or provocative.
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throw a wobbly »
To burst out into a verbal uproar.
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