a camel is a horse designed by a committee »
An expression critical of committees
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brickbat »
A criticism or uncomplimentary remark hurled at artwork or other recipient.
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brickbat »
For example, it's quite common for magazines to have a section called Bouquets and Brickbats for compliments and criticisms.
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broad shoulders »
The ability to take criticism, or accept responsibility.
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damn with faint praise »
To provide praise that is so minimal or inconsequential as to actually amount to criticism.
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drop the ball »
To fail in one's responsibilities or duties, or to make a mistake, especially at a critical point or when the result is very negative.
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fail over »
To automatically switch processing from a failed component in a critical system to its live spare or backup component.
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film critic »
movie reviewer
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get on somebody's case »
To lecture, berate, or complain to somebody, especially to find fault or criticize.
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hatchet job »
A treatment which serves primarily to disparage its subject; a piece of criticism which aims to destroy a reputation.
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hold water »
To withstand scrutiny or criticism; to be valid.
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hung the moon »
To view or be viewed with uncritical or excessive awe, reverence, or infatuation.
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in the dock »
Under scrutiny; subject to critical inspection.
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in the woods »
In critical condition; near death's door.
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jump on »
To attack someone verbally, or criticise them over strongly for small errors.
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