April showers bring May flowers »
April, traditionally a rainy period, gives way to May, when flowers will bloom because of the water provided to them by the April rains.By extension, that a period of discomfort can provide the basis for a period of happiness.
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ask my arse »
A common reply to any question; still deemed wit at sea, and formerly at court, under the denomination of selling bargains.
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assume the mantle »
To take on a specific role or position, along with any associated responsibilites.
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at all »
Indicating degree, quantity or frequency greater than zero; to the slightest degree, in any way, somewhat, rather.
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at the drop of a hat »
Without any hesitation; instantly.
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back office »
The IT and infrastructure support services for a company, separate from the public face of the business.
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backseat driver »
By extension, anybody offering unsolicited or unwelcome advice.
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bad penny »
A counterfeit or damaged penny.
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bad penny »
A person or thing which is unpleasant, disreputable, or otherwise unwanted, especially one which repeatedly appears at inopportune times.
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badge bunny »
A woman who is romantically attracted to police officers and who seeks out their companionship.
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bag of bones »
A skinny, malnourished person.
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balance the books »
To put or keep any closed or conservative system or its analysis in balance.
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balancing act »
An effort to manage many conflicting or competing items or interests.
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balum rancum »
A hop or dance, where the women are all prostitutes. N. B. The company dance in their birthday suits.
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bankers' hours »
Any easy job, especially one with a short working day.
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