bridge »
A construction or natural feature that spans a divide.
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nugget of truth »
January 2008, Chicago Tribune - Clinton's Hispanic edge over Obama.
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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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spanner »
A hand tool for adjusting nuts and bolts.
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spanner »
A hand tool shaped like a small crank handle, for winding the spring of a wheel lock on a musket.
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spanner »
A problem, dilemma or obstacle; something unexpected or troublesome.
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spanner »
A stupid or unintelligent person; one prone to making mistakes, especially in language.
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spic and span »
Perfectly clean.
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spick and span »
Alternative form of spick-and-span.
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tan someone's hide »
To beat or spank someone.
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throw a spanner in the works »
To be a problem, dilemma or obstacle, something unexpected or troublesome.
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wear out »
To punish by spanking.
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| BTW, Why won't you become an editor? |
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