almost doesn't count »
Near success (or correctness) is not deemed success (or correctness).
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along the lines »
In a general direction or manner.
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amber nectar »
Lager beer.
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angle for »
To try to obtain something by subtle indirect means. Political manoeuvres, suggestion, etc.
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answer back »
To issue echo characters, protocol responses, reflexive connection requests, etc.
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any press is good press »
Being mentioned in the media is beneficial to the subject because it gets publicity.
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any way one slices it »
From any perspective; in every case.
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apple of somebody's eye »
A favourite, a particular preference, or a loved one; the object of somebody's affections.
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as far as »
With respect to; as relates to.
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as well »
To the same effect.
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asleep at the switch »
Neglectful of an important task, responsibility, or opportunity.
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at cross purposes »
Against one another; contrary in direction or goals.
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back burner »
A section of a stove used to keep some pots warm while one focuses on others.
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backseat driver »
A passenger in a car who insists on giving the driver directions.
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baggage »
In a metaphorical sense, factors that restrict a person's freedom, often in an intellectual or psychological way: emotional baggage.
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