about time »
Far past the desired time.
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ache for »
To desire, or want something, or someone, very much.
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ask for the moon »
To claim or desire something that one cannot have.
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be at one's beck and call »
To be in the position of serving someone in any way they desire, usually unwillingly.
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castle in the air »
A visionary project or scheme; a day-dream; an idle fancy; a pipe dream; any plan, desire, or idea that is unlikely to be ever realized; a near impossibility.
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cold comfort »
Much less reassurance, consolation, aid, or pleasure than one needs or desires.
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cry for help »
Acting out as a means of displaying a subconscious desire for attention or help.
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gagging for it »
Up for it, having a strong desire for sex.
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have one's heart set on »
To want or desire deeply, regardless of practicality or rationality.
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hold someone's feet to the fire »
To maintain personal, social, political, or legal pressure on someone in order to induce him or her to comply with one's desires; to hold someone accountable for his or her actions.
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hot button »
The principal desire that a salesman needs to "hit" in order to make a sale.
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if only »
I wish that; signifies a wish or desire.
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in business »
Ready to proceed in a desired activity.
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jump the queue »
To desire preferential treatment, undue influence; impatient.
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pipe dream »
A plan, desire, or idea that will not likely work; a near impossibility.
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| BTW, Why won't you become an editor? |
