above and beyond »
More than is expected or required.
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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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against the grain »
Contrary to what is expected; especially, of behavior different from what society expects.
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all at once »
Unexpectedly; without warning; all of a sudden.
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bang up job »
Something done very well; something performed above average or better than expected.
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be in for »
To be able to expect or anticipate; to be about to suffer, generally said of something unpleasant.
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before you can say Jack Robinson »
Very quickly. Quicker than you expect.
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blessing in disguise »
A misfortune that has an unexpected benefit.
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bowl a googly »
Something unexpected, underhand or requiring a quick reaction or correction.
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come out with »
To say something unexpected.
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come short »
Fail to meet (expectations or standards)
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come up »
To emerge or become known, especially unexpectedly; to come to attention, present itself.
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count on »
To rely upon, trust, or expect.
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crop up »
To occur, especially suddenly or unexpectedly.
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curveball »
An unexpected turn of events initiated by an opponent or chance.
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