a rising tide lifts all boats »
Benefits provided to a few may lead to conditions that are beneficial to all.
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can of worms »
A complex, troublesome situation arising when a decision or action produces considerable subsequent problems.
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drop a bomb »
To announce surprising or alarming information suddenly and without warning.
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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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no prize for guessing »
Used to form expressions emphasizing the unsurprising nature of what follows.
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pronunciamiento »
A military uprising or coup in Spain or the Spanish American republics, particularly in the 19th century. They received this designation because coups were usually accompanied by a statement declaring the existing government null and void.
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rum go »
An odd affair; a surprising event; a confusing experience; a queer thing.
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same old story »
What usually happens, a happening which is not surprising.
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sexual tension »
Physically induced libidinal unrest arising between two individuals when aware of each other's presence.
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stop the presses »
An imperative form used to introduce especially new, important, surprising, or recent developments.
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surprise surprise »
An indication that the unsurprising happened, especially contrary to someone's hopes or assertions.
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turn around »
An upset; a suprising comeback.
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