all in all »
everything considered
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all things being equal »
Without considering or being affected by external factors.
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am I right or am I right »
Rhetorical question from somebody who has stated what they consider to be an unassailable truth.
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be-all and end-all »
Something considered to be of the utmost importance; something essential or ultimate.
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bear in mind »
Remember; consider; note.
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beyond the pale »
Describing behaviour that is considered to be outside the bounds of morality, good behaviour or judgement in civilised company.
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brain fart »
Something ill-considered and said or done impulsively.
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bring forward »
To call up for consideration.
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bring off »
To succeed in doing something considered to be very difficult.
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by far »
To a considerably large extent, easily.
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can of worms »
A complex, troublesome situation arising when a decision or action produces considerable subsequent problems.
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captain of industry »
A prominent business person who owns or is the highest-ranking executive of one or more major firms, especially one who has considerable wealth and influence.
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change horses in midstream »
To change plans or approaches at an inopportune time, such as when an effort is already underway, generally considered an inadvisable thing to do.
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change one's tune »
To reconsider; rethink; to reach a different conclusion.
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chump change »
A sum of money considered to be insignificant.
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chump change »
An amount of remuneration, reward, or other monetary recompense considered to be insultingly small.
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circular firing squad »
A political party or other group experiencing considerable disarray because the members are engaging in internal disputes and mutual recrimination.
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come of age »
To reach a specific age where one is legally considered to be an adult.
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crying shame »
A situation that is considered to be a disgrace, or deplorable.
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dark horse »
A candidate who is nominated unexpectedly, without previously having been discussed or considered as a likely choice.
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dead last »
The standings, often by a considerable margin to the next-to-last-place finisher or after an exceptionally poor showing or season.
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dirty word »
A word that is considered vulgar, not necessarily sexual in nature.
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dumb down »
To convey some subject matter in simple terms, avoiding technical or academic language, especially in a way that is considered condescending.
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end of the line »
Final cessation or discontinuance of a process, institution, or person, especially one which has existed for a considerable period of time; death.
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eye candy »
Any object or sight with considerable visual appeal.
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eye of the beholder »
The evaluation depending on perception of person who sees and considers.
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f** someone over »
To exploit somebody in a way which result in an advantage to oneself, at the cost of the other party gaining a considerable disadvantage.
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fair enough »
An expression used to concede a point; denotes that, upon consideration, something is correct or reasonable; an expression of acknowledgment or understanding.
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for the birds »
Worthless; pointless; not deserving serious consideration.
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fourth estate »
Journalism or journalists considered as a group; the Press.
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get cold feet »
To become nervous or anxious and reconsider a decision about an upcoming event.
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go off half-cocked »
To take a premature or ill-considered action.
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gold standard »
A test or measure of comparison that is considered ultimate or ideal.
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gravy train »
An occupation or any lucrative endeavor that generates considerable income whilst requiring little effort and carrying little risk.
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grunt work »
That is considered undesirable and therefore delegated to underlings.
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have in mind »
To consider, to contemplate, to intend.
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head and shoulders »
To a considerable degree; better; outstanding.
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hunger is a good sauce »
(dated) Being hungry makes one less concerned about the taste of one's food.1854, Mark Lemon, Henry Mayhew, Tom Taylor, Shirley Brooks, Francis Cowley Burnand, Owen Seaman, Punch, Vol. XXVI, Punch Publications Ltd., page 74:His bread and cheese were somewhat dry, to be sure; his ale had become flat, and considerably warmer than was desirable; but hunger is a good sauce, and thirst is not particular.
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in light of »
Given, considering.
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in spades »
To excess, a lot, considerably; without restraint.
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in the land of the blind, the one-eyed man is king »
Among others with a disadvantage or disability, the one with the mildest disadvantage or disability is regarded as the greatest.Even someone without much talent or ability is considered special by those with no talent or ability at all.
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in the running »
Of a candidate, potential or likely; worthy of consideration.
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in view of »
Considering.
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it's about time »
Used to express impatience at the eventual occurrence of something that the speaker or writer considered to be long overdue.
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itchy trigger finger »
A tendency to act in haste or without consideration.
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ivory tower »
A sheltered, overly-academic existence or perspective, implying a disconnection or lack of awareness of reality or practical considerations.
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jump the shark »
To undergo a storyline development which is so ridiculous that previous quality is considered to have been lost.
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just deserts »
A punishment or reward that is considered to be what the recipient deserved.
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like gangbusters »
Vigorously, rapidly, zealously, or forcibly; in a manner which has considerable impact.
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look into »
To investigate, explore, or consider.
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loose end »
A small job that needs to be done, or minor problem that needs to be resolved, before a task can be considered complete.
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low blow »
A rhetorical attack that is considered unfair or unscrupulous.
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monkey business »
An activity that is considered silly, or stupid, or time-wasting.
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monkey business »
An activity that may be considered illegal, questionable, or a vice, but not felonious.
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moral high ground »
A position or point of view which is ethically superior or more reputable, in comparison to others which are under consideration.
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mutual admiration society »
A group of two or more people, in a workplace or other social environment, who routinely express considerable esteem and support for one another, sometimes to the point of exaggeration or pretense.
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off the table »
Beyond consideration.
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off-color »
Considered dirty, vulgar or obscene.
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Old Fart »
An elderly person who holds views that are considered old-fashioned.
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old school »
Characteristic of a style, outlook, or method employed in a former era, remembered either as inferior to the current style, or alternately, remembered nostalgically as superior or preferable to the new style, the older denoting something that would be considered out of date or out of fashion to some, but as such, is considered by others as cool and hip.
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on its merits »
Considering only intrinsic good points and bad points, without prejudice or other considerations, such as procedural ones.
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on second thought »
After reconsidering; on further consideration.
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one in the eye for »
An event or achievement which is unpleasant for someone, especially for those who considered it impossible or unwelcome; an annoyance.
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piece of ass »
A very attractive woman, when considered as a sex object.
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pretty penny »
A considerable amount of money; a high price or a high income.
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put forward »
To propose for consideration.
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quite a bit »
A considerable amount.
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real men don't eat quiche »
(aphorism, humorous) The stereotypical man does not do things that are considered effeminate, as to do so would imply they are effeminate.
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red tape »
A derisive term for regulations or bureaucratic procedures that are considered excessive or excessively time- and effort-consuming.
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reflect on »
To think carefully about something, and give it due consideration.
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ride roughshod over »
To act in a bullying or inconsiderate manner; to display disregard towards someone or something.
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scissorbill »
Someone considered contemptible or foolish.
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sex machine »
Someone with considerable sexual prowess.
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shitstorm »
Considerable backlash from the public.
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shoot 'em up »
A short story, novel, television show, film, computer game, or other narrative which depicts considerable gunplay.
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sick joke »
A joke which is in poor taste, especially one which depicts as amusing a situation which the listener considers to be tragic or disgusting.
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sleep on »
To consider after a period of sleep, implying a decision will be made the next day.
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still water runs deep »
A person with a calm appearance has, or may have, considerable inner emotion, character, or intellect
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still waters run deep »
A person with a calm appearance has, or may have, considerable inner emotion, character, or intellect.
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take one's time »
To take more time to do something than is considered acceptable.
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take the Michael »
Alternative form of take the mickey, usually considered more polite.
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the end justifies the means »
Morally wrong actions are sometimes necessary to achieve morally right outcomes; actions can only be considered morally right or wrong by virtue of the morality of the outcome.
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the thing of it »
The important point to consider.
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think through »
To fully consider an action, and understand all its consequences.
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think twice »
To reconsider, use judgement; to proceed with caution or thought.
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timing is everything »
Consideration of other events can greatly influence some desired outcome (such as an audience laughing to a comedian's joke).Telling the old joke about a butt-crack was not a good idea, just as the plumber arrived, Bob.You know what they say: "timing is everything." I'm sure we can find another plumber before the house floods.
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turn heads »
To garner a considerable amount of attention.
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unwashed masses »
Of people who are considered by someone to be somehow uneducated, uninformed, godless, or in some other way unqualified for inclusion in the speaker's elite circles.
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up to »
Considering all members of an equivalence class the same.
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you can't judge a book by its cover »
It is not possible to make reliable judgments about things or people by considering external appearances alone.
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