bad money drives out good »
Debased coinage (with low levels of precious metals) replaces purer coinage (with higher levels of precious metals).(metaphorically) Mediocre talent drives away real talent.
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bang up cove »
A dashing fellow who spends his money freely.
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bark up the wrong tree »
To attempt or pursue the wrong thing; to take the wrong approach; to follow a false lead.
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barrel »
A solid drum, or a hollow cylinder or case.
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barrel »
A wave that breaks with a hollow compartment.
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barrel »
The hollow basal part of a feather.
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beat down »
To haggle someone to sell at a lower price.
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beat off »
To drive something away with blows.
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beat up »
To feel badly guilty and accuse oneself over something. Usually followed by over.
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below par »
Having a price below its face value.
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below par »
Less than par for the hole or course.
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below par »
Not up to the average or normal standard.
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below the belt »
Of a punch, landing illegally, below the opponent's waist.
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below the belt »
Unfair; dirty; not according to the generally accepted rules.
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blind »
A covering for a window to keep out light. The covering may be made of cloth or of narrow slats that can block light or allow it to pass.
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