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hors ligneStanding out from the rest; Out of the common run; Beyond comparison; Incomparable.Rate it:

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horse senseCommon sense, especially with a connotation of folk wisdom independent from, and trumping, formal education.Rate it:

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how do you say...in EnglishCommon phrase used to ask how to express an idea or translate a word, often in a foreign language.Rate it:

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I don't knowA reason and common excuse used to state that a person is unclear of why something did or did not happen, or is or is not the case.Rate it:

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if the shoe fitsMore common version of the original "If the shoe fits, wear it"; If it has all of the characteristics of a thing, it probably is that thing.Rate it:

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il a eu gain de causeHe gained the day.Rate it:

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il a pris fait et cause pour moiHe stood up for me; He took my part.Rate it:

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il n'a qu'un gros bon sensHe has only plain common-sense.Rate it:

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il n'y a pas de fumée sans feuTout événement a nécessairement une cause.Rate it:

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il n'y a qu'heur et malheur en ce mondeTout dans ce monde dépend des circonstances, et souvent ce qui cause la ruine des uns fait la fortune des autres.Rate it:

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il parle en connaissance de causeHe knows what he is talking about.Rate it:

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in eum sermonem incidere, qui tum fere multis erat in oreto talk of a subject which was then the common topic of conversation.Rate it:

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in unity there is strengthMore can be accomplished by a team with a common goal, than individuals.Rate it:

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ingentem caedem edere (Liv. 5. 13)to cause great slaughter, carnage.Rate it:

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it happensWorrying is not necessary, since it is common to make this mistake or for this to occur.Rate it:

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it takes two to make a quarrelIt takes two or more people to cause a quarrel; one cannot blame an argument entirely on the other side.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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j'ai toujours pris fait et cause pour vousI have always stood up for you, taken up the cudgels in your defence.Rate it:

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j'en parlerai à mon chevalRéplique dite à quelqu’un dont on n’a nul souci de ce qu’il dit ou propose, à cause de son manque d’intérêt.Rate it:

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jam sandwich(from the common UK colour scheme of white with a red reflective horizontal band) A police car.Rate it:

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je ne veux pas y aller et pour causeI do not want to go there, and for a very good reason.Rate it:

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Joe AverageA hypothetical average or generic individual; the common man (or person, by extension).Rate it:

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Joe PublicA hypothetical average or generic member of the public; the common man (or person, by extension).Rate it:

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jumpTo cause oneself to leave an elevated location and fall downward.Rate it:

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keep downTo cause not to increase or rise.Rate it:

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keep fromTo prevent or restrain ; refrain or cause refrain.Rate it:

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keep inTo cause (a fire) to stay blazingRate it:

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keep offTo stay or cause to stay at a distance.Rate it:

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keep one's headTo remain calm, reasonable, level-headed, especially in a situation likely to cause distress.Rate it:

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kick inTo kick or strike so as to cause the object struck to collapse or fall inwards.Rate it:

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killTo cause to assume the value zero.Rate it:

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knock out of the boxTo cause a pitcher to be replaced by heavy hitting.Rate it:

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knock out of the boxTo cause something to be replaced by something else.Rate it:

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knock the living daylights out ofTo knock out; to hit and cause to be unconscious.Rate it:

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know which end is upTo possess sound judgment or common sense; to have a clear understanding of a situation.Rate it:

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la cause est entendueL’affaire est prête à être jugée.Rate it:

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la cause est entendueLe débat est clos.Rate it:

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laugh downTo cause to cease or desist by laughter.Rate it:

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laugh downTo cause to be given up on account of ridicule.Rate it:

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lay lowTo knock out; to cause to fall.Rate it:

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lead astrayTo cause to believe an untruth.Rate it:

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lead by the noseTo cause to follow blindly.Rate it:

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let offTo cause to explode.Rate it:

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level outTo cause to be even.Rate it:

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lift someone's spiritsto cause someone to be cheerful or euphoric.Rate it:

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liquor upTo cause someone to drink liquor, usually to excess.Rate it:

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lost causeA cause, attempt, or effort that is hopeless or futile.Rate it:

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magic upTo create something or cause something to come forth, by magic or by some other unexplained means.Rate it:

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make a monkey out ofTo cause a person, organization, or action to appear foolish or inferior; to subject someone or something to ridicule..Rate it:

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make an ass ofTo cause (someone) to seem foolish.Rate it:

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