stock phrase »
A phrase frequently or habitually used by a person or group, and thus associated with them.
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sweet dreams »
Phrase said to someone before they fall asleep, wishing them a good sleep.
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tempus fugit »
time flies (used as an alternative to this phrase)."Meanwhile, the irreplaceable time escapes", expressing concern that one's limited time is being consumed by something which may have little intrinsic substance or importance at that moment.
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the terrorists will have won »
Phrase used following a description of an activity to indicate that if that activity is not continued or carried out, those who seek to disrupt normal activities through terror will have succeeded, an which is an unacceptable result.
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turn a phrase »
To create a particular linguistic expression which is strikingly clear, appropriate, and memorable.
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turn of phrase »
An artful phrasing of words.
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way out of a paper bag »
A minimal level of competence or effectiveness, as used in phrases where one is unable to perform such.
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you know what »
A phrase used to get someone's attention before announcing something.
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