a question of »
The important question is; the necessary question is.
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ad fontes »
Go to the sources: An expression emphasizing the importance of conducting fundamental research and of consulting primary sources.
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albatross »
A long-term impediment, burden, or curse.
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all cats are grey in the dark »
In the dark, physical appearance is unimportant.
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all important »
vital
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an axe to grind »
A grievance, with implications of confrontation.
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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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answer back »
To reply impertinently; to talk back.
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apple does not fall far from the tree »
A child grows up to be very similar to its parents, both in behavior and in physical characteristics.1842, E. A. Freidlaender (translator), Frederika Bremer (author), The Neighbours, ch. 10:It is impossible to look at Madam Rhen, without at once making the conclusion that she is pleasantness, hospitality, and loquacity itself; nor can one look upon her daughter Renetta without thinking, "the apple does not fall far from the tree!"1978, Dr. Isador Rosenfeld, "Doctor Asks Patient
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arm candy »
An attractive, seemingly romantic companion who accompanies a person in public simply so that one or both of the individuals can gain attention, enhance social status, or create an impression of sexual appeal.
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asleep at the switch »
Neglectful of an important task, responsibility, or opportunity.
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back burner »
A state of low urgency; a state of low current importance.
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back-burner »
Having low urgency; not currently important.
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back-of-the-envelope »
Approximate, rough, simplified.
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ballpoint pen »
writing implement
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