box on the ear »
Administered on the victim's ear, usually by an educator, to enforce attention.
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boys and their toys »
Used to evoke the idea that adult men sometimes dote excessively on machines, automobiles, and gadgets in a childish manner.
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boys will be boys »
It is hard, often fruitless, to attempt to curb the natural playfulness and tendency to mischief of most growing boys.1922, James Joyce, Ulysses Chapter 13But just then there was a slight altercation between Master Tommy and Master Jacky. Boys will be boys and our two twins were no exception to this golden rule.Even grown men usually remain somewhat boyish in heart"Boys will be boys", grinned grandpa while he joined his adult son playing with the fancy train-set he gave his grandson for Christmas while the kid was in school.
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brain fart »
Something ill-considered and said or done impulsively.
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brain surgery »
Something that is overly complex, detailed or confusing.
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branch out »
To attempt something new or different, but related.
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brass ring »
Figuratively, a prize or goal. Often used with respect to employment goals e.g. promotion, better job, etc.
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brass-necked »
Nervy; cheeky; shameless.
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break a leg »
A wish for a successful performance; primarily a valediction to an actor wishing him or her a successful theatrical stage performance.
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break ground »
To lift off the sea bottom when being weighed.
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break rank »
To march or charge out of the designated order in a military unit.
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break wind »
To flatulate; fart; to expel gases generated during digestion through the anus.
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breakfast of champions »
An ironic appellation for beer, junk food, or other foods implied to be unhealthy.
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brickbat »
A piece of brick used as a weapon, especially if thrown, or placed in something like a sock and used as a club.
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brickbat »
A criticism or uncomplimentary remark hurled at artwork or other recipient.
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