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iron-willedOf strong powerRate it:

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pack a punchTo be capable of throwing a strong punch.Rate it:

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people's republicA particular area with strong left-leaning tendencies, especially one with a certain level of autonomyRate it:

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strip offTo remove anything by stripping, e.g. items of clothing or paint from the side of a ship.Rate it:

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una catena è resistente solo quanto il suo anello debolea chain is only as strong as its weakest linkRate it:

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until we meet againgoodbye The phrase "until we meet again" is a common expression used when saying goodbye to someone. It suggests that the separation between two people is temporary, and they will see each other again in the future. The phrase conveys a sense of hopefulness and optimism, implying that the bond between two individuals is strong enough to withstand a period of separation and that they will be reunited at some point in the future. It is often used as a way of expressing affection, goodwill, and a desire to maintain a relationship despite physical distance. The phrase can be used in various contexts, from casual conversations between friends to more formal occasions such as graduations, retirements, or funerals. In each case, it carries a similar message of hope and a commitment to maintaining a connection, even when physical proximity is not possible. Overall, the phrase "until we meet again" is a sentimental expression that suggests that separation is only temporary and that two individuals will be reunited in the future. It is often used to express affection, goodwill, and a desire to maintain a relationship despite physical distance or other challenges.Rate it:

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change of tackThe act of tacking, turning into the wind so the sail moves to the opposite side.Rate it:

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come aboutTo tack; to change tack; to maneuver the bow of a sailing vessel across the wind so that the wind changes from one side of the vessel to the other; to position a boat with respect to the wind after tacking.Rate it:

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healthy as a horseIf you're as healthy as a horse, you're strong and in a very good health condition.Rate it:

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Johnny-one-noteA person (or organization) who often expresses a strong opinion or viewpoint on a single subject or a few particular subjects.Rate it:

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keel overOf a vessel: to roll so far on its side that it cannot recover; to capsize.Rate it:

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loaded wordAny word, set phrase or idiom that has strong positive or negative connotations beyond their ordinary definition.Rate it:

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touch a nerveTo make a remark or perform a deed which produces a strong response, especially an emotional response such as anxiety or annoyance, because it calls to mind something which has been a source of concern or embarrassment.Rate it:

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try to top that one!When one excels often and in a high degree, there is naturally a strong feeling of achievement. The proud winner may chide and challenge his associates and peers.Rate it:

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ma vaillante filleMy brave girl "Ma vaillante fille" is a French phrase that translates to "my brave daughter" in English. It is a term of endearment often used to describe a daughter who is courageous, strong, and determined. The phrase "ma vaillante fille" can be used to express pride and admiration for a daughter who has faced challenges or overcome obstacles with bravery and resilience. It can also be used to encourage a daughter to be strong and courageous in the face of adversity or to express confidence in her ability to handle difficult situations. The phrase is often used in a familial or intimate context, such as between a parent and child or between spouses. It can convey a sense of closeness and affection, suggesting a strong emotional bond between the two individuals. Overall, "ma vaillante fille" is a term of endearment that celebrates a daughter's bravery and resilience. It is a sentimental expression that conveys pride, admiration, and love, and it is often used in intimate or familial contexts.Rate it:

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walk like an EgyptianTo walk with one arm horizontally at the side, with arm bent at the elbow facing up, and the other arm horizontally at the side with arm bent at the elbow facing down.Rate it:

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yank offTo remove something, like a piece of cloth or bread, by tearing it with one quick strong pull.Rate it:

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get under someone's skinTo make a memorable impression or have a strong effect on someone; to impact someone's feelings.Rate it:

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gagging for itUp for it, having a strong desire for sex.Rate it:

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come inOf a broadcast, such as radio or television, to have a strong enough signal to be able to be received well.Rate it:

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jump aroundTo move from side to side, or fidget annoyingly. Usually as a result of being nervous.Rate it:

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made of sterner stuffstrong and determined (especially more so than someone else, to whom one is being compared).Rate it:

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peel offTo separate off from the main body, to move off to one side; as in troop movements on a parade ground or an organized retreat, or columns in a procession.Rate it:

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potato chaserAn Asian person with a strong inclination and attraction toward White men.Rate it:

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throw enough mud at the wall, some of it will stickTry the same thing (or similar things) often enough, and, even if the general standard is poor, sometimes one will be successful.2001, And still no one is shouting stop. read in The Kingdom archives at on 02 Nov 06,Many team managers are of the philosophy that if you throw enough mud at the wall some of it will stick. They believe that team preparation is all about physical fitness. They run the players into the ground and they believe they will be "flying on the day".2001, Robert McCrum, Let them eat cake, in The Observer 16 Dec 01, read on Guardian Unlimited site at on 02 Nov 06,Australian publishing boomed and in the past 10 years the country's literary culture has undergone a mini golden age, capped by Carey's triumph at the 2001 Booker Prize. As one Australian arts administrator said to me many years ago: 'Listen, mate, if you throw enough mud at the wall, some of it will stick.'2001, Chris Collin, Re: 2-cp speys on The Strathspey Server mailing list archive at on 02 Nov 06,I am finding that "if you throw enough mud at the wall, some of it will stick". It doesn't always work of course (especially on the nights when the class is mostly the beginners), but the class seems to thrive on the challange.2005, Ray Craft (poster on The right scale blog), Fitzhooie and his Burden, read at on 02 Nov 06,Prosecutors everywhere have bad habits of overcharging lots of cases, knowing that if the throw enough mud at the wall some of it will stick.2005, Sean Kelleher, Spike Milligan: His part in our downfall in Business 07 Aug 05, read at on 02 Nov 06,As long as there is negligible regulation and enforcement anyone can actually try and do the job...Weak regulation allows the industry to build strategies on full time recruitment. The theory goes: throw enough mud at the wall, some of it will stick.c2005, Everything You've Learned About Marketing Is Wrong, read on LINC Performance website at on 02 Nov 06,They have the money to continue to believe in the repetition side of the equation. You throw enough mud at the wall, some of it will stick. But it still isnRate it:

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yank outTo remove something like a nail, or a tooth with one quick strong pull.Rate it:

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a force to reckon withA competition or entity which is strong with experiences, trained personnel, good reputation, hundreds of successful projects.Rate it:

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il sait son pain mangerHe knows on which side his bread is buttered.Rate it:

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Keep a Stiff Upper LipTo be strong and resilient in difficulty or in troubleRate it:

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rice chaserA white person with a strong inclination and attraction toward Asian men or women.Rate it:

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tirer une épine du pied à quelqu'unTo take a thorn out of some one’s side; To get some one over a difficulty.Rate it:

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close the faceTo turn the face of the bat inwards, in order to hit the ball to the leg side.Rate it:

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heave to and splice the main brace'Heave to and splice the main brace!' An old salt's invitation to shipmates in a shore side pub to drink-up and be merry!Rate it:

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j'ai mis ce livre de côté à voire intentionI put that book on one side especially for you (to read, to see).Rate it:

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please take it down a notch or two!Your objections are expressed in strong tones of violence!Rate it:

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ring one's bellTo strike or bump one's own head with a strong blow, especially with concussive force.Rate it:

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110 proofStronger than strong.Rate it:

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ab (cum) aliquo stare (Brut. 79. 273)to be on a person's side (not ab alicuius partibus).Rate it:

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ab alicuius latere non discedereto be always at a person's side.Rate it:

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across the pondOn the other side of the Atlantic Ocean.Rate it:

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all outThe state of a side having no more men to bat, thus ending its innings.Rate it:

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an offer one can't refuseAn offer from one side in any transaction with terms so attractive that the other side is almost guaranteed to accept.Rate it:

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an offer one can't refuseAn offer from one side in any transaction with the results of failing to accept so unattractive that the other side is almost guaranteed to accept.Rate it:

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argumentum firmum, magnuma strong, striking proof.Rate it:

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battle cryBy extension, a strong motto or purpose statement, especially in regards to winning a goal in sports, games or work.Rate it:

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Beat the BandTo cause a lot of noise by showing excitement and emotions in a strong mannerRate 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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box someone's earsTo slap someone on the side of the head, usually as an informal punishment.Rate it:

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boy howdyExpresses strong support or agreement.Rate it:

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brace abackto bring the wind onto the forward side of the sails to slow the shipRate it:

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