nose test »
An informal method for determining whether something is authentic, credible, or ethical, by using one's common sense or sense of propriety.
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object lesson »
A punishment intended as a deterrent to others.
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on the face of it »
Apparently; as far as can be seen or determined.
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pay off »
To bribe, especially to deter oversight.
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pissing contest »
A boys' prankish competition to determine who can urinate the furthest up a wall.
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run after »
To make a determined effort to win someone's affections.
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set in one's ways »
Driven by habit; inclined or determined to continue according to one's custom or established preferences.
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smell test »
An informal method for determining whether something is authentic, credible, or ethical, by using one's common sense or sense of propriety.
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the die is cast »
The future is determined; there are no more options; events will proceed in an irreversible manner.
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wear out »
To deteriorate or become unusable or ineffective due to continued use, exposure, or strain.
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