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baggage	In a metaphorical sense, factors that restrict a person's freedom, often in an intellectual or psychological way: emotional baggage.	Rate it: (2.50 / 2 votes)
box in	To limit someone's freedom of thought, movement, expression, etc.	Rate it: (1.00 / 1 vote)
brick and mortar	Buildings and property for the conduct of business, particularly in the sale of retail goods to the general public. (Used to contrast an Internet-based sales operation that lacks customer-oriented store fronts and a "traditional" one for which most capital investment might be in the building infrastructure.) [since the mid-1990s]	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)
business end	The part of a tool or other similar item, that is physically used for its operation, rather than the part which is held.	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)
civitatem alicui dare, tribuere, impertire	to present a person with the freedom of the city.	Rate it: (4.00 / 1 vote)
clip someone's wings	To restrict someone's freedom	Rate it: (4.00 / 3 votes)
elbow room	Freedom or leeway.	Rate it: (5.00 / 1 vote)
end state	The specified situation at the successful completion of the final phase of a military operation.	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)
fence in	To restrict freedom.	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)
fire at will	Fire when ready. A command that allows troops to use weapons at their discretion and choose their own targets, allowing the individual soldier a greater freedom of timing the shot with target movement and similar.	Rate it: (3.50 / 2 votes)
free rein	The absence of constraints; freedom to make decisions.	Rate it: (1.00 / 1 vote)
freedom less	Free from freedom	Rate it: (1.00 / 3 votes)
freedom of speech	The right of citizens to speak, or otherwise communicate, without fear of harm or prosecution.	Rate it: (5.00 / 1 vote)
freedom of speech	Used other than as an idiom: see freedom, speech.	Rate it: (1.50 / 2 votes)
give him enough rope and he'll hang himself	If one gives someone enough freedom of action, they may destroy themselves by foolish actions.	Rate it: (4.62 / 8 votes)
good to go	Ready for use or ready for normal operation, especially after repair or renewal.	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)
gum up	To cause to be gooey or gummy, especially with the effect of obstructing the operation of some mechanism or process.	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)
have the run of	To have permission or freedom to move around throughout an area or to use something at will.	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)
libertatem populo eripere	to rob a people of its freedom.	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)
loosen the apron strings	To allow greater freedom (to someone); to relax control of (someone)	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)
oil burner	A device whose operation causes apparent combustion of lubricating oil.	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)
passez, muscade	Interjection soulignant l’aisance désinvolte et la réussite d’une opération exécutée prestement.	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)
peace and quiet	Tranquility; freedom from stress or interruptions.	Rate it: (5.00 / 1 vote)
pileup	a collection of Jumbled vehicles, piled atop each other as a result of any number of untoward, unsafe vehicle operation or environmental factors occurring on a roadway, street, freeway, railway:	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)
pill mill	An clandestine operation where a medical worker spuriously offers prescription medications to patients in exchange for bribes and not necessarily for any actual need.	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)
power up	To become ready for operation as a result of the provision of electrical power.	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)
quick-and-dirty	Of or pertaining to the creation or repair of software or hardware in a manner which permits operation within a brief period of time, although with compromised functionality or reliability.	Rate it: (5.00 / 1 vote)
rain stopped play	The cessation of an activity or operation due to rain.	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)
ramp up	Of a project or operation, to start up.	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)
shift gears	To change pace or mode of operation.	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)
sore point	A state of affairs, action, or belief which is an enduring basis for disagreement or dissatisfaction.	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)
spread your wings and soar beyond the stars	This 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: (4.67 / 3 votes)
Throw a Monkey Wrench into the Works	Interfering or disturbing an operation that was going in a smooth manner; destabilizing the progression of something	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)
under way	In operation, in progress, commenced.	Rate it: (4.00 / 2 votes)
up and running	operational, in operation	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)
wag the dog	To divert negative political attention by use of a military operation.	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)
what happens in vegas	The phrase "What happens in Vegas" is a well-known tagline associated with Las Vegas, a popular city in Nevada, United States, renowned for its vibrant entertainment, casinos, nightlife, and various forms of adult-oriented entertainment. The phrase implies that Las Vegas is a place where people can engage in activities and experiences that may be considered unconventional, exciting, or indulgent, without judgment or consequences following them outside of the city. It conveys a sense of freedom, privacy, and discretion regarding one's actions and experiences while visiting Las Vegas. However, it's important to remember that responsible behavior and adherence to legal and ethical standards should always be maintained, even in a city known for its entertainment and lively atmosphere.	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)
zero hour	The set time for an action, event, vital decision, or decisive change to take place; the hour at which a planned military operation is scheduled	Rate it: (5.00 / 1 vote)
zero ruling	Total freedom without anybody to be call a ruler that will give orders	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)