a nod is as good as a wink »
The hint, suggestion etc can be understood without further explaining.
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and then some »
Used to confirm preceding utterance, while implying that what was said or asked is an understatement.
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at cross-purposes »
Mutually misunderstanding each other's plans, intentions or meanings.
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blow out of proportion »
To overreact to or overstate; to treat too seriously or be overly concerned with.
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bread and butter »
That which is central or fundamental, as to one's business, survival, or income; a staple or cornerstone.
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break up »
Of a telephone conversation, to cease to be understandable because of a bad connection.
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by one's lights »
According to one's understanding.
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cast pearls before swine »
To give things of value to those who will not understand or appreciate it.
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catch on »
To begin to understand; to realize or detect.
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closed book »
A person or thing that cannot be easily understood; someone or something incomprehensible or puzzling.
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clue stick »
A metaphorical stick used to beat information or understanding into a slow learner.
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come out in the wash »
Of problems or difficulties, to work out, resolve, or become understood eventually and naturally.
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cotton on »
To realize; come to understand.
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cross the line »
To overstep a boundary, rule, or limit; to go too far or do something unacceptable.
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crystal clear »
Completely clear and understood.
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