so much as »
Even; suggests a minimum, especially regarding what might be expected.
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swing for the fences »
To act in a way that might generate a very good result, but which also has a large chance of failing.
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take the fifth »
To decline to comment, especially on grounds that it might be incriminating.
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the pen is mightier than the sword »
More influence and power can be usurped by writing than by fighting.
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too many cooks spoil the broth »
If too many people try to take charge at a task, the end product might be ruined.
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truth be told »
Used when admitting something one might otherwise lie about, e.g. to keep up appearances or be polite.
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watch one's head »
To look out for things one's head might bump into.
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willful ignorance »
A bad faith decision to avoid becoming informed about something so as to avoid having to make undesirable decisions that such information might prompt. It may also be shown as for a person to have no clue in a decision but still goes ahead in their decision.
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