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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batten down »
To close or make watertight, referring to hatches and cargo.
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born in a barn »
Of humble birth, especially when referring to Jesus Christ.
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cat's pyjamas »
A highly sought-after and fancy example of something, usually referring to inanimate objects.
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e pluribus unum »
A national motto of the United States of America, meaning "From many, one", or "out of many, one", referring to the integration of 13 independent colonies into one country, and that has taken an additional meaning, giving the pluralistic nature of American society from immigration.
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even Homer nods »
Not even the most vigilant and expert are immune from erring.
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nudge nudge wink wink »
A phrase added at the end of the sentence to hint that the speaker is referring to something else, euphemistically.
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red herring »
A clue that is misleading or that has been falsified, intended to divert attention.
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red herring »
A smoke-cured herring.
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