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it's not even funnyUsed to indicate that a person, thing, or situation possesses a described characteristic to an extreme or unusual degree.Rate it:

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its sucks!Its a terrible thing or situation/momentRate it:

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joker in the packAn unpredictable element, person, or aberration which can have an unexpected effect on an outcome or situationRate it:

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just what the doctor orderedExactly what is necessary or useful in a given situation.Rate it:

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keep a close watchto pay careful attention to a situation or a thing, so that you can deal with any changes or problems.Rate it:

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keep a close watch onTo pay careful attention to a situation or a thing, so that you can deal with any changes or problems.Rate it:

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keep an eye openTo maintain vigilance for a possibly dangerous situation.Rate it:

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keep one's coolTo remain composed, calm, and even-tempered, especially in a provocative situation.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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keep one's head above waterTo survive or endure, especially in a situation in which one is struggling to avoid being overwhelmed by adverse financial circumstances.Rate it:

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keep someone companyTo remain with or accompany someone, especially to make them feel more comfortable with a certain situation.Rate it:

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keep the peaceTo maintain order in a volatile situation.Rate it:

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kettle of fishA situation which is recognized as different from or as an alternative to some other situation, and which is not necessarily unfavorable.Rate it:

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kettle of fishAn awkward situation; a predicament.Rate it:

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kick ass and take namesTo beat someone in a competition, fight, or other situation.Rate it:

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kick bollocks scrambleA free for all or panic situationRate it:

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kick into touchTo kick a ball over the touchline in a game of rugby to avoid pressure from the opponent team in a difficult situationRate it:

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knee-deep in the Big MuddyStuck in a predicament; mired in a difficult situation, especially one resulting from poor judgment or bad leadership.Rate it:

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knight in shining armorA person who will rescue a dangerous situation; a hero.Rate it:

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know the scoreBe aware of a situation, especially of the consequences of misconduct.Rate it:

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know what side of the bread your butter's onTo know who has the upper hand/power in a situation before you take on someone who can make your situation worseRate 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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l'herbe est plus verte ailleursCette expression s’emploie lorsqu’on imagine que la situation dans un autre endroit est meilleure que celle que l’on vit au moment même.Rate it:

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l'incident est closLa situation conflictuelle a été résolue et il n’y a pas lieu d’y revenir.Rate it:

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la barbeInterjection destinée à protester contre une situation ennuyeuse.Rate it:

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la messe est diteIl n’y a plus rien à faire, la situation est définitive et ne peut être changée.Rate it:

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lap of luxuryA position or situation in which one is spoiled and indulged.Rate it:

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large and in chargeDominating or controlling a situation with confidence and aplomb.Rate it:

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laugh offTo respond to a negative situation lightheartedly, as though it were a joke.Rate it:

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lay of the landThe trends, feelings, intentions, and other factors influencing a strategic, political, or social situation.Rate it:

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le ciel s'assombritLa situation évolue négativement ou s’aggrave.Rate it:

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le mal est faitPour souligner l’ampleur d’une situation malheureuse, en dépit des efforts pour y remédier.Rate it:

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le pire n'est jamais certainQuoi qu’il arrive, même si la situation est grave, il se peut que les choses s’améliorent.Rate it:

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le ver est dans le fruitDécrit une situation corrompue.Rate it:

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lean inTo proactively take charge of a situation; to be bold in exerting one's will in a situation.Rate it:

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leave somebody in the lurchTo abandon somebody; especially, to abandon somebody and leave him or her in a difficult situation.Rate it:

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leave someone in the lurchTo abandon somebody; especially, to abandon somebody and leave him or her in a difficult situation.Rate it:

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leave well enough aloneIf things are fine, then leave the situation alone; don't do anything to disturb the current situation.Rate it:

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leave well enough aloneDo not interfere, change, disturb, get involved or try to make a situation better because you might make a situation worse; (also known as "let well enough alone" "leave well alone and "let well alone")Rate it:

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left me out thereConfused, lost; not understanding the situation.Rate it:

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les carottes sont cuitesIdiotisme gastronomique signifiant que la situation est irrémédiablement compromise, sans espoir.Rate it:

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let nature take its courseTo permit events to proceed or a situation to develop without intervention or interference.Rate it:

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light at the end of the tunnelA better situation after long hardship.Rate it:

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like a cat in a strange garretHaving a feeling of uncertainty and misapprehension due to being in an unfamiliar situation.Rate it:

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like it or lump itTo accept a situation whether one agrees with it or not.Rate it:

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like turkeys voting for ChristmasSelf-defeating or serving to bring about a situation detrimental to the person performing the action.Rate it:

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live on the edgeTo be caught in an economic or societal situation which one did not choose, which threatens one's well-being or life, and which causes distress.Rate it:

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live oneA person, thing, or situation which is particularly interesting, noteworthy, or urgent.Rate it:

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live outto pass time or to pass the remainder of one's life, especially in a particular place or situationRate it:

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loaded for bearMentally prepared for a daunting situation or confrontation.Rate it:

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