pipe dream »
A plan, desire, or idea that will not likely work; a near impossibility.
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run away with »
To be misled by imagining that one's desires can come true.
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sell »
To promote a particular viewpoint; to manipulate towards a desired end.
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smell the barn »
To experience heightened anticipation or to act with renewed speed or energy as one approaches a destination, goal, or other desired outcome, like a livestock animal at day's end returning to its barn.
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sour grapes »
A putting down or expression of disdain about something that one desires but cannot have.
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timing is everything »
Consideration of other events can greatly influence some desired outcome (such as an audience laughing to a comedian's joke).Telling the old joke about a butt-crack was not a good idea, just as the plumber arrived, Bob.You know what they say: "timing is everything." I'm sure we can find another plumber before the house floods.
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trigger-happy »
Having a tendency or desire to shoot a firearm irresponsibly before adequately identifying the target.
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willy nilly »
Whether desired or not.
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wrap around one's fingers »
To make one susceptible to desire, in that their behavior or actions are influenced.
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write one's own ticket »
To be empowered to choose whatever job, financial arrangement, or course of action one desires.
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you're never too old to learn »
It is possible to learn new things, at any age; (implying) follow your desires and dreams
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