ad fontes »
Go to the sources: An expression emphasizing the importance of conducting fundamental research and of consulting primary sources.
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adams ale »
water
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apple does not fall far from the tree »
A child grows up to be very similar to its parents, both in behavior and in physical characteristics.1842, E. A. Freidlaender (translator), Frederika Bremer (author), The Neighbours, ch. 10:It is impossible to look at Madam Rhen, without at once making the conclusion that she is pleasantness, hospitality, and loquacity itself; nor can one look upon her daughter Renetta without thinking, "the apple does not fall far from the tree!"1978, Dr. Isador Rosenfeld, "Doctor Asks Patient
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at heart »
In spirit; according to one's beliefs, views or feelings; deep down, really, fundamentally.
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bad penny »
A counterfeit or damaged penny.
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bash about »
To physically damage something or assault someone.
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blot one's copy book »
To damage one's own reputation through bad behavior.
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bounce back »
To recover from a negative without seemingly any damage.
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bread and butter »
That which is central or fundamental, as to one's business, survival, or income; a staple or cornerstone.
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cast aspersions »
To make damaging or spiteful remarks.
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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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damn the torpedoes »
Used to dismiss the risks of a dangerous action.
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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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damned if one does and damned if one doesn't »
A dilemma where either choice results in a negative outcome.
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damp squib »
A firework that fails to go off, due to wetting.
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