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it is all fun and games until someone loses an eyeRough play results in injury.Rate it:

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it is easy to find a stick to beat a dog(rare or obsolete, proverb) If a person is determined to punish someone, they will find a way to do so.1596 Rate it:

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it pays to advertiseGood qualities do not get rewarded automatically.Rate it:

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it was worth itit deserved it The phrase "it was worth it" is a common expression used to indicate that the effort, time, or cost of something was justified by the outcome or result. It suggests that the benefits or rewards of an experience, action, or decision outweighed the challenges or sacrifices involved. The phrase is often used to express satisfaction, contentment, or a sense of accomplishment after completing a challenging task, achieving a goal, or experiencing a positive outcome. For example, someone who has just finished a difficult workout might say, "It was worth it. I feel great!" Or, a traveler who has just returned from an amazing trip might say, "It was worth it, even though it was expensive." The phrase can also be used to justify or defend a decision that may have negative consequences or be seen as controversial. For example, a business owner who has just taken a significant financial risk might say, "It was worth it in the end. We've seen a significant increase in revenue." Overall, the phrase "it was worth it" suggests that the rewards or benefits of an experience, action, or decision outweighed the challenges or sacrifices involved. It is often used to express satisfaction, contentment, or a sense of accomplishment, and it can also be used to justify or defend a decision.Rate it:

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it's a thingIt's something known; something that people know about; it's something people say or doRate it:

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it's a zoo out thereThings/conditions/situations are chaotic, disordered, unpredictableRate it:

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it's all goodThe same as saying: you don't need to worry about it; I'm not worried about it;. there's nothing to worry about; nothing is wrong; used to express unconcern.Rate it:

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it's best to leave well enough aloneDon't do anything; don't aggravate a situationRate it:

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it's an ill wind that blows nobody any goodThere is usually something of benefit to someone, no matter how bad the situation.Rate it:

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it's better to ask forgiveness than permissionThe value of acting promptly and making a mistake requiring forgiveness is greater than value of delaying to get permission.Rate it:

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it's on meSomeone has offered to pay the costs associated with something.Rate it:

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it's too late for sorryAn expression of anger or disgust uttered toward someone who offers an apology after causing great harm.Rate it:

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i’ll believe it when i see itA phrase used by someone who wants to express they are wary of what they have been told.Rate it:

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j'ai fait queue au théâtre pendant une heureI waited outside the theatre for an hour (before I could get in).Rate it:

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j'en tirerai pied ou aileI will get something out of it.Rate it:

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jack offTo manually stimulate someone sexually, generally a male.Rate it:

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jamais bon chien n'a rongé bon osA good dog rarely gets a good bone; Men rarely get their deserts.Rate it:

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je n'en reviens pasI cannot get over it (astonishment).Rate it:

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je t'en souhaite! (pop.)I wish you may get it.Rate it:

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je tirais au pistolet pour me faire la mainI practised pistol-shooting to get my hand in.Rate it:

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je vais lui dire cela.—non, il n'aurait qu'à se fâcherI will tell him that.—No, don’t, he might get angry.Rate it:

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jemandem das Fell gerbento tan someone's hideRate it:

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jemandem das Fell über die Ohren ziehento pull the wool over someone's eyesRate it:

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jemandem die Stange haltento remain loyal to someone, to stand by someoneRate it:

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jemandem Sand in die Augen streuento pull the wool over someone's eyesRate it:

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jerk-offSomeone who behaves rudely or inappropriately, or is ignorant of certain social norms, usually a male.Rate it:

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jerk-offSomeone who masturbates, usually a male.Rate it:

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jiminy cricketAn expression of surprise or annoyance; a euphemism for Jesus Christ used in place of swearing or taking the Lord's name in vainRate it:

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jiminy cricketa phrase used in place of taking Christ's name in vain when someone wants to swearRate it:

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jive turkeySomeone who is jiving, as in behaving in a glib and disingenuous fashion.Rate it:

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jive turkeySomeone who is jiving, as in dancing. Often applied to people being funny or showy.Rate it:

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joe schmoeAn average person, especially a male, usually of blue-collar working class; no one in particular; someone unknown to you.Rate it:

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Johnny-Come-LatelySomeone who is amateur in any work, place or group, person who has no earlier experience of something Rate it:

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join inTo participate, take part or get involved in something.Rate it:

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jolly someone alongTo make someone happy or compliant, as by encouragement or flattery.Rate it:

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judge, jury and executionerSomeone with the roles of judge, jury and executioner; someone with full power to judge and punish others unilaterally.Rate it:

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jump down someone's throatTo criticise with excessive and unexpected harshness.Rate it:

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Jump down Your ThroatTo scream and shout at someone in an angry wayRate it:

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jump onTo attack someone verbally, or criticise them over strongly for small errors.Rate it:

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jump someone's bonesTo have sex.Rate it:

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just another pretty faceSomeone who is attractive, but not too distinguished.Rate it:

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Just DesertsA much deserving punishment, doomed to get punishedRate it:

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just get on with [it]Exhortation ...to discontinue activities seen to hinder optimum progress toward a desired outcome; ...to proceed without further stalling, debate, frivolity, or ritual.Rate it:

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keep a watchful eye!Expect someone or something or anything:Rate it:

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keep an eye openTo maintain vigilance for someone or something.Rate it:

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keep at bayprevent (someone or something) from approaching or having an effect.Rate it:

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keep it in one's pantsTo refrain from trying to have sex with someone.Rate it:

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keep one's eye on the ballMy ethos has always been to be very straight with people, tell it as it is. It doesn't often make people happy but I found that over a period of time it's better to be that way. So being straight, also being very focused on your objectives, keep your eye on the ball and not get deflected away from it.Rate it:

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keep outTo restrain someone or something from entering a place or condition.Rate it:

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keep out ofTo restrain someone or something from entering a place or condition.Rate it:

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