carpe diem »
seize the day, make the most of today, enjoy the present
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carry away »
To break under sudden pressure of violent wind.
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carry someone's water »
To do someone's bidding; to serve someone's interests.
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carry the can »
To take responsibility, especially in a challenging situation.
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catbird seat »
Expression used to describe an enviable position, often one of great advantage.
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catch-as-catch-can »
Intermittent; only when possible or when the opportunity presents itself.
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caucus race »
The competitive process in which a political party selects their candidate, esp. presidential; a primary election via caucus.
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center field »
A central role in some activity that requires speed.
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ceterum censeo »
A formulaic expression used to end a speech by reinforcing one, often unrelated, major view.
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champ at the bit »
To bite the bit, especially when restless.
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che sara sara »
Used to express a personal philosophy of fatalism1892 March 17, Cigarette,
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che sera sera »
Used to express a personal philosophy of fatalism1604, Christopher Marlowe, Doctor Faustus:Why then belike we must sin, / And so consequently die. / Aye, we must die an everlasting death. / What doctrine call you this ? Che, sera, sera: / What will be*, shall be; Divinity adieu. / These Metaphysics of Magicians, / And necromantic books, are heavenly.
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cheese down »
To coil the tail of a rope on deck so as to present a neat appearance.
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cherry-pick »
To pick out the best, or most desirable items from a list or group, especially to obtain some advantage or to present something in the best possible light.
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children should be seen and not heard »
Children should behave well and be quiet, especially in the presence of adults.
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