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homo vere popularis (Catil. 4. 5. 9)a man who genuinely wishes the people's good.Rate it:

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hop to it!Get going, Get started!, Let's Roll!Rate it:

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hostem e manibus non dimittereto not let the enemy escape.Rate it:

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hostes (fusos) persequito follow up and harass the enemy when in flight.Rate it:

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hostes a tergo adoririto attack the enemy in the rear.Rate it:

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hostes ad internecionem caedere, delere (Liv. 9. 26)to absolutely annihilate the enemy.Rate it:

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hostes assequi, consequito overtake the enemy.Rate it:

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hostes insequi, prosequito pursue the enemy.Rate it:

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hostes, exercitum delere, concīdereto annihilate, cut up the enemy, an army.Rate it:

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hostess with the mostestA good hostessRate it:

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hostium copias occidione occīdere (Liv. 2. 51)to absolutely annihilate the enemy.Rate it:

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hot cross bunsgood friday cakesRate it:

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hot handA sustained period of luck or success, a streak of good luckRate it:

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how about thatA general statement of surprise or bemusement with regard to a particular event.; isn't that good, or unexpected, etc.Rate it:

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hunger is a good sauce(dated) Being hungry makes one less concerned about the taste of one's food.1854, Mark Lemon, Henry Mayhew, Tom Taylor, Shirley Brooks, Francis Cowley Burnand, Owen Seaman, Punch, Vol. XXVI, Punch Publications Ltd., page 74:His bread and cheese were somewhat dry, to be sure; his ale had become flat, and considerably warmer than was desirable; but hunger is a good sauce, and thirst is not particular.Rate it:

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hunger is the best spiceWhen one is hungry, anything will taste good.Rate it:

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i could have ben a contenderSomething said when would have been good at something--good enough to be a professional and compete with others.Rate it:

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i'm a lone wolfA meek and humble warrior who hunts down the enemy, and at his own peril by not drawing the sword from it's sheath. This allows opportunity for the enemy to relent "both hands up." But once the sword is drawn from it's sheath, probation is over and swift judgement is at hand.Rate it:

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I'm goodNo : used when asked whether one wants or needs something, etc.Rate it:

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if it's yellow let it mellowIn order to save water, do not flush the toilet every time you urinate.Rate it:

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if it's yellow let it mellow, if it's brown flush it downIn order to save water, only flush the toilet after defecation, not after urination.Rate it:

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if they sold it to you, you paid too muchEven when you perceive a good deal, someone is making money off you.Rate it:

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if you love somebody, set them freeOne should be willing to let go of someone they love if they truly love them.Rate it:

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if you love someone, set them freeOne should be willing to let go of someone they love if they truly love them.Rate it:

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ifs, ands, or butsModifications, limitations, or addenda; qualifications of any kind; speculations about whether a particular idea or enterprise is good.Rate it:

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il a beau parler, il ne me convaincra pasIt is of no use for him to speak, he will not convince me; Let him say what he will, he will not convince me.Rate it:

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il a bon dosHis back is broad enough to stand a good deal.Rate it:

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il a bonne façonHe has good style; He is well got up.Rate it:

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il a dit pis que pendre de vousHe said everything that was bad of you; According to him, hanging is too good for you.Rate it:

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il a épousé un bon partiHe made a good match.Rate it:

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il a éventé (or, vendu) la mècheHe has let the cat out of the bag; He has blown the gaff.Rate it:

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il a fait un bon coupHe has made a good bargain.Rate it:

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il a le caractère bien faitHe is always good-tempered.Rate it:

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il a le cœur sur les lèvres1. He always says what he thinks (and this is always something good and kind); He is open-hearted. 2. He feels sick.Rate it:

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il a le nez fin1. He has a good nose. 2. He is far-sighted, sagacious.Rate it:

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il a le pied marinHe has got his sea-legs; He is a good sailor.Rate it:

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il brode bienHe is good at drawing the long bow.Rate it:

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il est bête à manger du foinHe is a perfect idiot.Rate it:

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il est bon de se faire à la fatigueIt is good to accustom oneself to fatigue.Rate it:

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il est en passe de devenir ministreHe is in a fair way (he stands a good chance) to become a Cabinet Minister.Rate it:

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il est toujours du bon avisHis opinion is always good.Rate it:

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il fait bonne mine à mauvais jeuHe puts a good face on the matter; He makes the best of a bad job.Rate it:

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il n'est pas bon à jeter aux chiensHe is good for nothing.Rate it:

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il n'est pas dans mes petits papiersHe is not in my good books.Rate it:

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il n'y a pas de petit ennemiEvery enemy is to be feared.Rate it:

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il ne faut pas y aller par quatre cheminsYou must not beat about the bush; You must go straight to the point; You must not mince matters; It’s no good shilly-shallying.Rate it:

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il ne sait ni A ni BHe does not know B from a bull’s foot; He cannot read; He is a perfect ignoramus.Rate it:

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il ne se laisse pas manger la laine sur le dosHe is not the man to let himself be made a fool of; He will not allow people to take the food out of his mouth; He will not tamely submit to any imposition.Rate it:

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il se donne du bon tempsHe does not work too hard; He enjoys himself; He has a good time of it.Rate it:

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il se plaint que la mariée est trop belleHe complains that he has got too good a bargain.Rate it:

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