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blot outTo make something undecipherable; to obliterate.Rate it:

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blow itTo fail at something; to mess up; to make a mistake.Rate it:

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blow offTo shoot something with a gun, causing it to come disconnected.Rate it:

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blow outTo extinguish something, especially a flame.Rate it:

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blow overTo blow on something causing it to topple.Rate it:

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blow upTo explode something or somebody or destroy something or injure or kill somebody by explosion.Rate it:

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blow your horn!Boast of one's accomplishments.Rate it:

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Blow Your Own HornTo boast about your own capabilities or feats, to give a detailed account of your achievements and seek other people’s attention, to excessively praise and brag about yourselfRate it:

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blue moonSomething absurd.Rate it:

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Bob's your uncle"No problem", "the solution is simple", "there you have it", you have what you want, all will be well; indicates a desirable conclusion has been reached.Rate it:

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boil the oceanAttempting something that is unachievable due to large scale.Rate it:

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bon appétitGood appetite; I hope you will enjoy your meal.Rate it:

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bone of contentionSomething that continues to be disputed; something on which no agreement can be reached.Rate it:

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boo boo(or Boo, for short) a term of endearment; something you call a loved one/someone you care about; See also other definitions of "boo boo" and "Boo Boo"Rate it:

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boo booshort for Boo Boo Bear, cartoon character Yogi Bear's sidekick from the show Huckleberry Hound, 1958; this phrase is capitalized. It means something different when not capitalized; See also: boo booRate it:

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book upTo reserve or book all of something, for example by purchasing all the tickets.Rate it:

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boom goes the dynamiteIndicating that something spectacular has happened, particularly where a plan or an effort has successfully culminated.Rate it:

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boomshankaA wish of happiness. Purportedly a literal translation (from an unknown language) is, "May the seed of your loin be fruitful in the belly of your woman"Rate it:

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boon and baneSomething that is both a benefit and an affliction.Rate it:

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boon or baneSomething that can be either a benefit or an affliction.Rate it:

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Born With a Silver Spoon in Your MouthBorn in a family or environment that is rich, comfortable and luxuriantRate it:

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bottle upPut into bottles.Rate it:

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bound toIndicates something which cannot be avoided.Rate it:

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bowl a googlySomething unexpected, underhand or requiring a quick reaction or correction.Rate it:

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box inTo immobilize something, usually a vehicle, by placing obstacles, usually other vehicles, obstructing the free movementRate it:

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box oneself into a cornerTo create a predicament or problem for oneself; to do something that leaves one with no good alternatives. or solutions.Rate it:

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box your earsA Threat of Violence To { child or youth ] because of a minor infraction.Rate it:

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brain crampA temporary mental lapse, such as an inability to remember something, to focus one's attention, to understand something, or to perform some other mental task of which one would ordinarily be capable.Rate it:

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brain fartSomething ill-considered and said or done impulsively.Rate it:

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brain fartA lapse in the thought process; an inability to think or remember something clearly.Rate it:

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brain surgerySomething that is overly complex, detailed or confusing.Rate it:

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branch outTo attempt something new or different, but related.Rate it:

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brass farthingSomething worthless or of small value.Rate it:

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brave outTo tolerate or put up with bravelyRate it:

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bread and butterthe main way you make your living; where the bulk of your money comes fromRate it:

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break a butterfly on a wheelTo use unnecessary force to destroy something fragile or achieve something insignificantRate it:

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break a sweatTo put effort into something.Rate it:

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break one's duckTo do something for the first time.Rate it:

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break out of your shellWhen someone is a little shy.Rate it:

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break the bankTo buy something that costs to much.Rate it:

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break the InternetTo do or say something ostentatious or controversial, such that the behavior causes a dramatic increase in traffic to a website or commentary on social media; to go viral.Rate it:

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break withTo divulge one's secrets, thoughts or intentions, to discuss something with somebody.Rate it:

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break your backto work extremely hardRate it:

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breath of fresh airSomething relieving, refreshing, or new.Rate it:

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breath of fresh airSomething new which is refreshing, invigorating or stimulating in a good senseRate it:

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breathe easyTo relax or feel secure about something.Rate it:

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brebis comptées le loup les mangeCounting one’s chickens will not keep the fox off; If you count your chickens, harm will happen to them.Rate it:

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brick by brickTo create or build something in a steady, step-by-step fashion.Rate it:

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brickbatA piece of brick used as a weapon, especially if thrown, or placed in something like a sock and used as a club.Rate it:

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bring (one's) a-gamerefers to bringing maximum effort, focus and undeniable commitment; an encouragement to do your best with no excuses; giving it your allRate it:

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