take the fifth »
To decline to comment, especially on grounds that it might be incriminating.
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tell off »
To rebuke, to reprimand, or to admonish.
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telling off »
A reprimand, reproach, or lecture.
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test bed »
Any venue, setup, etc. used for experimentation, testing, proving a concept, etc.
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three Rs »
The basic education received in primary schools. Literally; reading, writing and arithmetic.
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throw money away »
To spend money foolishly or indiscriminately; to waste money without regard of the consequences.
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tick off »
To reprimand.
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trip to the woodshed »
An occasion on which a reprimand or punishment is administered.
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window dressing »
The goods and trimmings used in such display.
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