ad fontes »
Go to the sources: An expression emphasizing the importance of conducting fundamental research and of consulting primary sources.
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at heart »
In spirit; according to one's beliefs, views or feelings; deep down, really, fundamentally.
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barrel of monkeys »
Something very funny or amusing.
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beer and skittles »
Fun times.
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bells and whistles »
Extra features added for show rather than function; fancy additions or features.
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belly up »
Dead or defunct.
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brain-dead »
Having an irreversible loss of brain function and cessation of brain activity.
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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 in »
New function more naturally through use or wear.
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bring it weak »
To fail to accomplish an accomplishable task or to make an attempt at less than maximum effort; to "half-ass" or "fake the funk".
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charity mugger »
A person employed by a charity, or by an intermediary fundraising agency employed by the charity, who stands in the street and invites passersby to set up standing orders or direct debits to make regular donations to the charity.
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class clown »
A student who frequently makes jokes or pokes fun; a wiseacre.
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conk out »
To stop functioning.
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deep down »
Fundamentally; in essence; in reality; really.
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dummy up »
To make a mock-up or prototype version of something, without some or all off its intended functionality.
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