buy out »
To purchase the entire stock or extent of something.
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by and large »
Mostly, generally; with few exceptions.
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by far »
To a considerably large extent, easily.
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by the numbers »
To do something exactly, precisely, or in a formulaic way.
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call 'em as one sees 'em »
To candidly and honestly express an opinion or viewpoint.
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call it even »
To declare debts resolved or favors or other exchange equitable.
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calling card »
Excrement, especially of a domestic animal.
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can of worms »
A complex, troublesome situation arising when a decision or action produces considerable subsequent problems.
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can of worms »
A troublesome situation; an issue whose resolution is difficult or contentious, but not necessarily complex.
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Cannon fodder »
Military personnel who are regarded as expendable when attacking the enemy.
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captain of industry »
A prominent business person who owns or is the highest-ranking executive of one or more major firms, especially one who has considerable wealth and influence.
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carried away »
Made excessively emotional or excited.
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carry on »
To have an illicit sexual liaison.
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case in point »
An example that illustrates a point.
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cat's meow »
A highly sought-after and fancy example of something.
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