a good voice to beg bacon »
Said in ridicule of a bad voice.
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a riddle wrapped up in an enigma »
Something very mysterious and hidden.
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be glad to see the back of »
To be glad to get rid of someone; to be glad someone has left.
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bitter end »
That part of an anchor cable which is abaft the bitts and thus remains onboard when a ship is riding at anchor.
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bridge »
A construction or natural feature that spans a divide.
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bridge »
A device which connects two or more computer buses, typically in a transparent manner.
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bridge »
A particular form of one hand placed on the table to support the cue when making a shot in cue sports.
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bridge »
A prosthesis replacing one or several adjacent teeth.
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bridge »
A song contained within another song, often demarcated by meter, key, or melody.
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bridge »
A statement, such as an offer, that signals a possibility of accord.
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bridge »
A system which connects two or more local area networks at layer 2.
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bridge »
A valence bond, atom or chain of atoms that connects two different parts of a molecule; the atoms so connected being bridgeheads.
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bridge »
An edge which, if removed, changes a connected graph to one that is not connected.
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bridge »
An elevated platform above the upper deck of a mechanically propelled ship from which it is navigated and from which all activities on deck can be seen and controlled by the captain, etc; smaller ships have a wheelhouse, and sailing ships were controlled from a quarterdeck.
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bridge »
An unintended solder connection between two or more components or pins.
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bridge »
Any of several electrical devices that measure characteristics such as impedance and inductance by balancing different parts of a circuit.
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bridge »
Cue for extended or tedious shots. Also called a spider.
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bridge »
The piece, on string instruments, that supports the strings from the sounding board.
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bridge »
The upper bony ridge of the human nose.
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burn one's bridges »
To destroy one's path, connections, reputation, opportunities, etc.
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cross that bridge when one comes to it »
To deal with a problem or situation only when it arises.
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deep-six »
To get rid of something unwanted.
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do someone proud »
To cause someone to feel pride, admiration, or satisfaction.
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even keel »
A situation in which the boat is level and balanced for a smooth ride.
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familiarity breeds contempt »
The more acquainted one becomes with a person, the more one knows about his or her shortcomings and, hence, the easier it is to dislike that person.1894, H. Rider Haggard, The People Of The Mist, ch. 25:This was the beginning of evil, for if no man is a hero to his valet de chambre, much less can he remain a god for long in the eyes of a curious woman. Here, as in other matters, familiarity breeds contempt.
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final cut »
A group, after a selection process getting rid of other candidates.
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free ride »
An opportunity or benefit which has no cost, especially one enjoyed or undertaken at the expense of others.
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get into one's stride »
To become familiar with something recently learnt.
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go along for the ride »
To accompany someone passively, or to take a passive role in a project.
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gongoozle »
To leisurely watch the passage of boats, from the bank of a canal, lock or bridge.
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good riddance »
Used to indicate that a departure, or loss is welcome.
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he who laughs last laughs best »
success is better after having previously endured ridicule.
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hit one's stride »
To reach a full level of efficiency, competence, comfort, etc.; to get going.
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hit one's stride »
When walking or running, to reach a full or comfortable pace.
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hot cross buns »
good friday cakes
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hot mess »
A warm meal, usually cooked in a large pot, often similar to a stew or porridge; or, service of such a heated meal to soldiers.
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how do you like them apples »
Directed jestingly or mockingly at someone who has received surprising information, ridiculing the situation.
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in stride »
Without disturbing one's course of activities.
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in stride »
Without emotional upset.
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jump the shark »
To undergo a storyline development which is so ridiculous that previous quality is considered to have been lost.
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laughing stock »
An object of ridicule, someone who is publicly ridiculed; a butt of sport.
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less is more »
That which is less complicated is often better understood and more appreciated than what is more complicated; simplicity is preferable to complexity; brevity in communication is more effective than verbosity.1855, Robert Browning, "Men and Women":Well, less is more, Lucrezia: I am judged.1954, "'Less Is More'," Time, 14 Jun.:The essence of Mies's architectural philosophy is in his famous and sometimes derided phrase, "Less is more." This means, he says, having "the greatest effect with the least means."2007, Gia Kourlas, "Dance Review: An Ordered World Defined With Soothing Spareness," New York Times, 3 Mar. (retrieved 22 Oct. 2008):The program, which features two premieres
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live one »
Someone who is easily fooled, victimized, or ridiculed.
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make a monkey out of »
To cause a person, organization, or action to appear foolish or inferior; to subject someone or something to ridicule..
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make fun of »
To tease, ridicule or make jokes about.
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make game of »
To ridicule; to jest.
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pride comes before a fall »
A person who is extremely proud of his or her abilities will often suffer a setback or failure, because he or she tends to be overconfident and to make errors of judgment.
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pride cometh before a fall »
Alternative form of pride comes before a fall.
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pride goes before a fall »
Alternative form of pride comes before a fall.
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pride goeth before a fall »
Alternative form of pride comes before a fall.
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ridden hard and put away wet »
Mistreated; not properly cared for.
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ride herd on »
To supervise a group of people, such as workers, and/or their actions, i.e. their work.
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ride one's luck »
To avoid failure only by good fortune.
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ride out »
To tackle a difficult problem and survive.
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ride roughshod over »
To act in a bullying or inconsiderate manner; to display disregard towards someone or something.
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ride shotgun »
To assist and protect.
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ride shotgun »
To ride in the front passenger seat of a vehicle, next to the driver.
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ride tall in the saddle »
To act or conduct oneself in a manner that is imposing, impressive, resolute, or manly.
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ride tall in the saddle »
To ride a horse in an erect, imposing manner.
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ride the rails »
To travel by railway train, trolley, etc.
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ride the short bus »
To have a need for a special education program, as because learning disabled.
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ride the short bus »
To participate in a special education program, such as for those with learning disabilities.
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shanks' mare »
One's own legs used for walking; to "travel by shanks' mare" or "ride on shanks' mare" is to walk to your destination.
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shotgun »
A gun which fires loads consisting of small metal balls, called shot, from a cartridge.
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shotgun »
A one-story dwelling with no hallways or corridors, with the rooms arranged in a straight line. Mostly heard in the southern United States.
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shotgun wedding »
A wedding in which the bride is already pregnant.
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show the flag »
To display the flag of one's country, especially as an expression of patriotic pride.
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stamp out »
To get rid of, eradicate.
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swallow one's pride »
To set aside one's feelings of pride and adopt a more humble or appropriate stance.
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tack up »
To prepare a horse for riding by equipping it with tack.
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tail between one's legs »
A reaction to a confrontation, specifically one with excessive shame and hurt pride.
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take a spin »
To go for a ride; especially, to try riding or driving something.
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take something in one's stride »
Not to allow oneself to be set back, daunted, upset or embarrassed by unpleasant or undesirable circumstances.
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take something in stride »
To cope with something without much effort; to accept or manage something well.
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take the mickey »
To ridicule or mock.
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take the piss »
To ridicule or mock.
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thumb a ride »
To flag or signal a passing vehicle in hopes of securing passage.
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thumb a ride »
To secure a ride by flagging down a vehicle.
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tomorrow is another day »
Tomorrow will bring new opportunities and a fresh start for one's endeavors.1600, author unknown, "Phillidaes Love-call to her Coridon, and his replying" (song), in England's Helicon, printed at London by I.R. for John Flasket:Phil. Yonder comes my Mother, Coridon,whether shall I flie?Cor. Under yonder Beech my lovely one,while she passeth by.Say to her thy true-Love was not heere,remember, remember,to morrow is another day:1896, Amelia E. Barr, A Knight of the Nets, ch. 8:"Well, well, my dear lass, to-night we cannot work, but we may sleep. . . . Keep a still heart tonight, and tomorrow is another day."1936, Margaret Mitchell, Gone with the Wind, ch. 63:"Tomorrow, I'll think of some way to get him back. After all, tomorrow is another day."2005, Fran Schumer, "JERSEY: In Princeton, Taking On Harvard's Fuss About Women," New York Times, 19 June (retrieved 18 Aug. 2009):"Half of me is depressed
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turn up one's nose »
To refuse, especially as due to pride or status.
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war bride »
A company or individual whose business is increased by warfare.
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war bride »
A woman who marries a man who is on active duty military in wartime.
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water under the bridge »
Something in the past that cannot be controlled or undone, but must be accepted, forgiven, or forgotten.
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white goods »
fridges, washing machines, etc
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white wedding »
A wedding in which the bride is still a virgin.
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wind down »
Relax; get rid of stress.
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