all in all »
everything considered
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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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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 off »
To succeed in doing something considered to be very difficult.
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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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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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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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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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fourth estate »
Journalism or journalists considered as a group; the Press.
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go off half-cocked »
To take a premature or ill-considered action.
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