a watched pot never boils »
A process appears to go more slowly if one waits for it rather than engaging in other activities.
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abound in »
To have something in great numbers or quantities; to possess in such abundance as to be characterized by.
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abound with »
To have something in great numbers or quantities; to possess in such abundance as to be characterized by.
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about time »
Far past the desired time.
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above and beyond »
More than is expected or required.
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according to »
Based on what is said or stated.
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according to »
Our zeal should be according to knowledge. - Thomas Sprat.
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according to Hoyle »
In strict accordance with the rules, especially of card games; in the proper or expected manner.
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account for »
To explain by relating circumstances; to show that some one, thing or members of a group are present or have been processed.
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ace in the hole »
A hidden or secret strength, or unrevealed advantage.
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acknowledge the corn »
To cop a plea; to admit to a small error but not a larger one.
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act on »
To act decisively on the basis of information received or deduced.
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after all »
In the end; anyway; referring to something that was believed to be the case, but has now been shown not to be.
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after the fact »
Too late; after something is finished or final.
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against the clock »
In a time-restricted manner, to meet a deadline, hurriedly, timed.
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