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sleep withTo have sexual intercourse with.Rate it:

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sleep with the fishesTo be killed and have one's body disposed off in the sea or other body of water.Rate it:

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sling off the bluesIt is not uncommon for individuals to become discouraged, down in the dumps, and want to throw in the towel.Rate it:

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slings and arrowsMisfortune or adversity that is not one's fault; adverse factors or circumstances; also, judgments, harsh criticisms, or personal attacksRate it:

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slip it toTo have sex with.Rate it:

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Slow on the DrawSlow to understand or perceive things, one who does not pick or respond quicklyRate it:

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slug it outTo have an intense argument or fight until one side prevails.Rate it:

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slut's woolAccumulated dust, fluff, hair, etc., that tends to occur indoors in areas not regularly dusted, such as under heavy furniture.Rate it:

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small wonderAn event or fact whose cause or rationale is not difficult to discern; an unsurprising occurrence.Rate it:

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smell upto have an unpleasant odourRate it:

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smooth sailingUsed to describe an activity that is not encountering any problems.Rate it:

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Snake in the GrassAn untrustworthy, traitor or betrayer, someone not to be relies onRate it:

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snedgingsniffing the saddles of women's bicycles, or seats on which they have been sittingRate it:

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snowed underHave too much work.Rate it:

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so be itAn indication of acceptance, especially of a situation which is not entirely favorable.Rate it:

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so sonot badRate it:

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so-and-soA placeholder name, used when a name is not known; a generic name.Rate it:

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so-calledSo named; called by such a name, with a very strong connotation that the item is not worthy of that name.Rate it:

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soft as a baby's bottomextremely soft (not rough)Rate it:

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some mothers do have themA colloquial and mildly pejorative reaction to a clumsy or foolish action.Rate it:

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some people have all the luckSuggests that someone is enjoying more success than they deserve.Rate it:

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something is rotten in the state of DenmarkSomething is not right, seriously amiss, especially when leading to suspicion of motive.Rate it:

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sometimes you have to go slow to go fastWell sometimes taking it slow you can reach the the object goal faster due to seeing overlooked options.Rate it:

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somewhat of a surpriseNot a complete surpriseRate it:

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son assiette dîne pour luiHe pays for his dinner whether he is present or not.Rate it:

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son nom ne me revient pasI do not recollect his name.Rate it:

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sooner or laterEventually, at some undetermined point in the not-too-distant future.Rate it:

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soplar y sorber, no puede seryou can't have your cake and eat it tooRate it:

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sorry I'm lateUsed to apologise for not arriving on time.Rate it:

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sorry not sorryAlternative form of sorry, not sorryRate it:

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sorry, not sorryUsed to sarcastically express a lack of guilt over an action or statement.Rate it:

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sort ofApproximately; in a way; partially; not quite; somewhat.Rate it:

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soup sandwichSomeone or something that is not as it should be; something disorganized or unfinished.Rate it:

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sour grapesA putting down or expression of disdain about something that one desires but cannot have.Rate it:

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souris qui n'a qu'un trou est bientôt priseIt is good to have more than one string to one’s bow.Rate it:

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spare the rod and spoil the childIf one does not discipline a child, he or she will never learn obedience and good manners.Rate it:

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speak softly and carry a big stickDo not boast or utter verbal threats, but do make others aware that you are prepared to use physical force if necessary.Rate it:

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speciem alicuius rei habereto have the appearance of something.Rate it:

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speciem alicuius rei praebereto give the impression of...; have the outward aspect of...Rate it:

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speciem prae se ferreto give the impression of...; have the outward aspect of...Rate it:

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spectare aliquid or ad aliquidto have an object in view.Rate it:

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Spill the BeansTo reveal a secret to someone who is not reliable or trustworthyRate it:

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spinning my wheelsWorking hard but not getting anywhereRate it:

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Spitting ImageTo have perfect resemblance with someone, to be exactly like somethingRate it:

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splash outTo spend a lot of money on something desired but not necessary.Rate it:

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splice the mainbraceTo have a drink.Rate it:

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spoil the ship for a hap'orth of tarTo have something important fail for want of a small amount of money or effort.Rate it:

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spread your wings and soar beyond the starsThis is freedom from your problems by using your skills you've obtained to be successful in life. Learn from your mistakes and use your skills to your advantage. Always have courage and be fearless.Rate it:

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square peg into a round holeThe phrase is typically said, "You cant fit a square peg into a round hole." Often it is shortened to simply "square peg, round hole." Something or someone that does not fit well or at all; something that will not succeed as attempted, except possibly with much force and effort, or alteration of either the peg or the hole or both beyond recognition.Rate it:

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stand a chanceTo have a chance.Rate it:

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