take a dim view of »
To dislike; to regard with skepticism, disbelief, disfavor, etc.
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take apart »
To dismantle something into it's component pieces.
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take one's lumps »
To endure through criticism or other adversity.
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thin-skinned »
Overly sensitive to criticism; quick to take offence; touchy.
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throw cold water on »
To belittle or dismiss; to cast doubt upon; to debunk.
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throw out »
To dismiss or expel someone from any longer performing duty or attending somewhere.
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tomato tomato »
Uses insignificant pronunciation difference to dismiss a correction to one's adherence to an alternative standard.
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urban fabric »
The physical aspect of urbanism, emphasizing building types, thoroughfares, open space, frontages, and streetscapes; while excluding without prejudice to this useful term, environmental, functional, economic and sociocultural aspects.
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wet blanket »
A person who takes the fun out of a situation or activity, as by pessimism, demands, dullness, etc.
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what the dickens »
Euphemism for what the Devil, used to add emphasis to "what" when beginning a question.
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why the dickens »
Euphemism for why the Devil, used to add emphasis to "why" when beginning a question.
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wouldn't you know it »
Expresses dismay or annoyance, especially at bad luck or misfortune.
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yellow journalism »
Material published in a broadcast or periodical, such as a tabloid newspaper or magazine, which is sensationalistic and of questionable accuracy and taste.
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yellow press »
Newspapers which publish sensationalist articles rather than well researched and sober journalism.
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