set to work »
To begin working.
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set to work »
To cause to begin working.
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shanks' mare »
One's own legs used for walking; to "travel by shanks' mare" or "ride on shanks' mare" is to walk to your destination.
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sharp tongue »
The practice or characteristic of speaking to others in a harsh, critical, or insulting manner.
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shit or get off the pot »
To choose between taking action now, or foregoing the opportunity until a later date.
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shoot oneself in the foot »
To act against one's own interests, e.g., by saying what one is really thinking.
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shoot the breeze »
To chat idly or generally waste time talking.
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shoot the moon »
To take a risk which may result in great rewards; to succeed after taking such a risk.
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short strokes »
The final steps of an undertaking, especially one which has been lengthy or laborious.
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shrinking violet »
A very shy person, who avoids contact with others if avoidable.
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shuffle »
An instance of walking without lifting one's feet.
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shut one's face »
To stop talking; to be quiet.
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shut one's mouth »
To stop talking; to be quiet.
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silver-tongue »
The trait of being clever at speaking, often in a deceitful way.
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skin and bones »
Said of one who is emaciated; very skinny, as from lack of nutrition.
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