abstract nonsense »
Details which involve diagram chasing.
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accident of birth »
Reference to the fact that various benefits or detriments to the life of a person arise from the circumstances into which that person was born, these being entirely beyond his control.
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accident waiting to happen »
A thing or situation which is almost certain to eventually lead to an accident.
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according to »
According to the directions, the glue takes 24 hours to dry.
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according to »
Based on what is said or stated.
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account for »
To explain by relating circumstances; to show that some one, thing or members of a group are present or have been processed.
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ace in the hole »
A hidden or secret strength, or unrevealed advantage.
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ace up one's sleeve »
A surprise advantage of which others are not aware.
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across the board »
Pertaining to all categories or things.
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ad fontes »
Go to the sources: An expression emphasizing the importance of conducting fundamental research and of consulting primary sources.
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add up »
To take a sum.
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against all odds »
Despite seemingly insurmountable opposition or probability.
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against the grain »
Unwillingly, reluctantly. It went much against the grain with him, i.e. it was much against his inclination, or against his pluck.
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ahead of the game »
Having completed a task before it is due; ready, prepared, or anticipating.
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air bed »
inflatable mattress
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