talk back »
To reply impertinently; to answer in a cheeky manner.
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the die is cast »
The future is determined; there are no more options; events will proceed in an irreversible manner.
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throw down »
To accomplish or produce something in a grand, respectable, or successful manner; to "represent".
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throw one's cap over the windmill »
To act in a crazed manner.
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throw one's weight around »
To exercise influence or authority especially to an excessive degree or in an objectionable manner.
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tickle someone's fancy »
To amuse, entertain, or appeal to someone; to stimulate someone's imagination in a favorable manner.
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toy with »
Handling something in a careless or frivolous manner.
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under the radar »
Without attracting notice; in an undetected or secretive manner.
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walk the line »
To behave in an authorized or socially accepted manner, especially as prescribed by law or morality; to exercise self-control.
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waste breath »
To speak in a manner which is needless or futile; in discussion or argument to make points which are not appreciated or heeded.
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wear out »
Of a shirt, not tucked into the pants; worn in a casual manner.
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whack-a-mole »
The practice of trying to stop something that persistently occurs in an apparently random manner at the point where the occurrence is noticed, such as terminating spammers' e-mail accounts or closing pop-up advertisement windows.
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with flying colors »
Extremely well; in an exceptional, noteworthy, or extraordinary manner.
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wolf down »
Quickly and without regard for table manners.
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