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chew the sceneryTo display excessive emotion or to act in an exaggerated manner while performing; to be melodramatic; to be flamboyant.Rate it:

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no holds barredWithout reserve; in an especially ruthless or vicious manner.Rate it:

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old saltA seasoned sailor, especially one who is hardy and forthright in manner.Rate it:

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look upTo look in an upwards manner.Rate it:

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with flying colorsExtremely well; in an exceptional, noteworthy, or extraordinary manner.Rate it:

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roll out the red carpetTo extend the utmost hospitality; to treat someone as an honored guest; to welcome or host, especially in a showy or extravagant manner.Rate it:

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bang outTo do something quickly, in a slipshod, or unprofessional manner.Rate it:

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but goodTo a high degree; very thoroughly; in a most definite manner.Rate it:

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cap in handIn a humble and respectful mannerRate it:

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cut a rugTo dance, especially in a vigorous manner and in one of the dance styles of the first half of the twentieth century.Rate it:

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fuck someone's brains outTo sexually penetrate (or be penetrated) in a voracious but pleasurable manner.Rate it:

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get off one's high horseTo stop acting in an imperious, overbearing or bossy manner.Rate it:

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look out for number oneTo act in one's own interests; to act in a manner advantageous primarily to oneself.Rate it:

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ride roughshod overTo act in a bullying or inconsiderate manner; to display disregard towards someone or something.Rate it:

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slowly but surelyIn a slow, yet careful mannerRate it:

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sound offTo hold forth about something in an opinionated manner.Rate it:

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take offTo imitate, often in a satirical manner.Rate it:

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throw downTo accomplish or produce something in a grand, respectable, or successful manner; to "represent".Rate it:

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stand tallTo behave in a brave, proud, or unyielding manner, without retreating from confrontation, danger, or adversity.Rate it:

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cap over the windmillIn a crazed manner.Rate it:

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the die is castThe future is determined; there are no more options; events will proceed in an irreversible manner.Rate it:

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measure twice and cut once(literally, carpentry) One should double-check one's measurements for accuracy before cutting a piece of wood; otherwise it may be necessary to cut again, wasting time and material.1872, "Dressmaking," Hall's Journal of Health, vol. 19, no. 12, p. 280:Look at Carpenters! . . . In old times it was a proverb "Measure twice, and cut once."(figuratively, by extension) Plan and prepare in a careful, thorough manner before taking action.2008, Hilary Johnson, "Mergers rattle bank relations," Financial Week, 9 Nov. (retrieved 9 Nov. 2008):Mr. Paz noted that since the onset of the credit crisis, eBay, like other companies, hasnRate it:

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pick upTo point out (a person's behaviour, habits or actions),in a critical manner.Rate it:

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play aroundTo work with in a non-serious manner.Rate it:

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sharp-elbowedPushy; having a boldly assertive manner intended to establish an advantage.Rate it:

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take it like a manTo respond to pain, hardship, adversity, or emotional distress in a collected, aggressive, and typical or stereotypical masculine manner, especially without question, crying, complaining, or becoming emotionalRate it:

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a dark horseHaving Nothing To Do With The Color Of A Fantasy Horse, Rather An Expression Of A Winner, A Success Story, A Triumph Suddenly Developing, Revealing Itself All In A Positive Manner:Rate it:

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drama queenWho behaves and speaks in an overly dramatic manner so as to garner attention.Rate it:

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dress down1) Wear casual or work clothing, informal clothes: 2) Speak To Someone In a Desultory Tone, A Commanding, Analytical, Superior, Critiquing Manner; . . . . . {Tell Someone 'OFF' }Rate it:

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duck outTo depart quickly or exit abruptly, especially in a manner which does not attract notice and before a meeting, event, etc. has concluded.Rate it:

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give someone the businessTo treat someone harshly or in a wrongful manner, such as by abusing, deceiving, or manipulating.Rate it:

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lap dogA person who behaves in a servile manner, such as a sycophantic employee or a fawning lover.Rate it:

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like gangbustersVigorously, rapidly, zealously, or forcibly; in a manner which has considerable impact.Rate it:

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pack heatTo carry one or more handguns on one's person, especially in a concealed manner.Rate it:

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play to winTo play in an especially competitive, committed manner, focused intently on winning.Rate it:

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quick-and-dirtyDone or constructed in a hasty, approximate, temporarily adequate manner, but not exact, fully formed, or reliable for a long period of time.Rate it:

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à la bonne franquetteIn a homely manner, without ceremony.Rate it:

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according toIn a manner conforming or corresponding to; in proportion.Rate it:

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according to hoyleIn strict accordance with the rules, especially of card games; in the proper or expected manner.Rate it:

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along the linesIn a general direction or manner.Rate it:

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and so forthIndicates that a list continues in a similar manner.Rate it:

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arse aroundTo behave in a clownish, irresponsible or inefficient manner.Rate it:

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artful dodgerA crafty person who commits minor crimes or behaves in a rather unscrupulous manner.Rate it:

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ass-backwardsIn a hopelessly misguided manner.Rate it:

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beam upTo teleport another person or object in the same manner.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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Bells and WhistlesGaudy accessories that are more of a decoration and are less useful in the real manner, high-tech features, flashy items, impressive accessories that are decorativeRate it:

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bite offTo acquire, especially in an abrupt or forceful manner.Rate it:

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bluewashTo tout a business or organization's commitment to social responsibility, and to use this perception for public relations and economic gain; to present a humanitarian front in this manner.Rate it:

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boogie downTo dance, typically in a funky manner.Rate it:

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