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a purple patchBritish (Informal) a run of success or good fortune. "people expect him to score in every game now he's hit a purple patch."Rate it:

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ace outTo have a lucky streak; to experience a stroke of good fortune.Rate it:

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ad iniurias fortunae expositum esseto be a victim of the malice of Fortune.Rate it:

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as luck would have itAs it happened; how it turned out; by good fortune; fortunately or luckily.Rate it:

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bad luckill-fortuneRate it:

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bald is boldShaving your head is a signal of power, dominion, focus - changing a bad situation into a brand-new trail...Rate it:

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Beware of Greeks Bearing GiftsBe careful when suspected people given some gifts unexpectedly, be aware of people who might be looking for some favors from you, by showing their kind side or some generosityRate it:

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bold as brassVery bold; very brave.Rate it:

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broad strokesDevelopments, movements, or descriptions presented in a bold or sweeping manner, without intricacy, adornment, or subtlety.Rate it:

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call it evenTo declare debts resolved or favors or other exchange equitable.Rate it:

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ce qui vient de flot s'en retourne de maréeFortune is as quick in going as in coming. Rate it:

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chacun a dans sa vie un souris de la fortuneFortune knocks once at every man’s door.Rate it:

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chacun est l'artisan de sa fortuneLe bonheur de chacun dépend de sa conduite.Rate it:

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coug itTo suddenly lose a contest through reversal of fortune, mistakes, or bad judgment. The phrase is analogous to "blow it", or "snatch defeat from the jaws of victory".Rate it:

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coûter les yeux de la têteTo cost a small fortune, a fearful lot of money.Rate it:

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derring dobold actionRate it:

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elle a une grande fortune de son chefShe has a large fortune in her own right.Rate it:

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elle lui a tiré les cartesShe told his fortune (by cards).Rate it:

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elle n'a pour tout bien que sa beautéShe has nothing but her beauty in her favour; Her face is her fortune.Rate it:

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faire contre fortune bon cœurTo bear up against misfortune; To make the best of a bad job.Rate it:

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feel one's oatsTo feel energetic or frisky; to behave in a vigorous or bold manner.Rate it:

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fortuna aliquem effertFortune exalts a man, makes him conspicuous.Rate it:

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fortuna caecos homines efficit, animos occaecatFortune makes men shortsighted, infatuates them.Rate it:

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fortunae favore or prospero flatu fortunae uti (vid. sect. VI. 8., note uti...)to be favoured by Fortune; to bask in Fortune's smiles.Rate it:

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fortunae vicissitudinesthe vicissitudes of fortune.Rate it:

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fortunam fautricem nanciscito be favoured by Fortune; to bask in Fortune's smiles.Rate it:

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fortune favors the boldLuck is usually on the side of those who take chances and risks.Rate it:

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fortune favors the braveAlternative form of fortune favors the bold.Rate it:

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fortune favours the boldAlternative form of fortune favors the bold.Rate it:

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fortune favours the braveAlternative form of fortune favors the bold.Rate it:

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fortunis maximis ornatum esseto be in the enjoyment of a large fortune.Rate it:

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forward-leaningDisposed to take action or to exercise initiative; aggressive; bold.Rate it:

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give hostage to fortuneHe was very cautious with his words and gave no hostages to fortune.Rate it:

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give hostage to fortuneTo take an action or make a statement that is risky because it could cause you trouble later.Rate it:

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god helps those who help themselvesFortune comes to those who make a genuine effort to accomplish things.Rate it:

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have it madeTo have accomplished all there is to do; to have no further work or difficulty; to have achieved a lifestyle characterized by good fortune and comfort.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 possède une fortune en bien-fondsHe has a fortune in landed property.Rate it:

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is, quem fortuna complexa estFortune's favourite.Rate it:

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kiss arseTo flatter or perform favors excessively, especially to receive preferential treatment from a boss or other superior; to behave obsequiously.Rate it:

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kiss assto flatter or perform favors excessively, especially to receive preferential treatment from a boss or other superior; to behave obsequiously.Rate it:

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la fortune rit aux sotsFools have the best luck.Rate it:

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la fortune sourit aux audacieuxIl faut prendre des risques pour réussir.Rate it:

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la fortune vient en dormantSe dit en parlant d’une personne qui devient riche sans rien faireRate 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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ludibrium fortunaethe plaything of Fortune.Rate it:

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not do someone any favorsTo reflect badly on or to hurt in some way.Rate it:

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not do someone any favoursAlternative form of not do someone any favorsRate it:

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nous courons même fortuneWe are rowing in the same boat.Rate it:

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over the topBold; beyond normal, expected, or reasonable limits; excessive; outrageous.Rate it:

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