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at loose endsIn an uncertain position or situation.Rate it:

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au tempsSe dit pour commander de revenir à la position précédente, en vue de recommencer le mouvement.Rate it:

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autres temps, autres mœursManners change with the times.Rate it:

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averso itinere contendere in...to change one's route and march towards...Rate it:

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back in the gameHaving recovered from a disadvantageous position.Rate it:

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back on one's heelsIn a state of unease, surprise, or bewilderment, especially such that one's functioning or performance is detracted upon; Forced into a position of disadvantage, retreat, or poor performanceRate it:

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backwaterTo vacillate on a long-held position.Rate it:

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bad shapeA person or thing being in an unhealthy or unfit position.Rate it:

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be at one's beck and callTo be in the position of serving someone in any way they desire, usually unwillingly.Rate it:

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beck and callSummons and control, in a position of servitude or as an attendant.Rate it:

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bed downThe act of lying down, reclining, preparing for sleep by assuming a supine position/reclining/upon or in a quiet, comfortable venue.Rate it:

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bed of rosesA comfortable or luxurious position.Rate it:

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beg for mercyThis can be taken quite literally and simply means to plead for kindness - either to be spared or at least killed as quickly and painlessly as possible. Particularly when you are in a helpless position.Rate it:

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bend downTo bend one's legs while upright to get to a lower position.Rate it:

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benevolent overlordA person in a position of power.Rate it:

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between the pipesBetween the goalposts; with respect to or playing the position of goaltender.Rate it:

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box outTo position oneself between an opposition player and the basket in anticipation of getting a rebound.Rate it:

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bridge the gapOvercome the absence, fill the void, bypass the blokckage, jump the gulf, change the route:Rate it:

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bring overTo cause to change allegiance or point of view.Rate it:

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brush-up!A 'brush-up' is a thorough review, rehearsal, self-examination prior to submitting to job interviews, probings, investigations of any category in order to be proficient in the future demands of the hoped-for position, challenge or opportunity:Rate it:

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build on sandTo put something in an unstable position by failing to give it a secure foundation.Rate it:

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bump upTo give a more prominent place to; to advance position in queue.Rate it:

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bust a gutTo laugh vehemently or uncontrollably; Any reaction (to some news or a sudden change) which is furious, violent, or of an extreme nature; Also one of many similar euphemisms meaning to highly exert oneselfRate it:

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c'est pas fauxUtilisé pour se moquer d'une personne parlant de notions relativement complexes, en tournant en dérision ce qu'elle vient de dire. Cette phrase est régulièrement prononcée dans la série française Kaamelott, en particulier par le personnage de Perceval, pour donner le change lorsque son interlocuteur emploie des notions qui le dépassent ; son utilisation dans des situations les plus incongrues en a fait un gimmick représentant la série et l'a faite entrer dans le langage courant comme une plaisanterie récurrente.Rate it:

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call an audibleTo change plans at the last minute because of information that is recently revealed.Rate it:

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can do withTo need; to want; to be in a position to benefit from.Rate it:

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capere, occupare locumto occupy a position (with troops).Rate it:

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cash outTo reconcile at the end of a shift; to compare receipts of items sold to records of credit card, check and cash placed into the drawer, verifying that correct change was given out by the clerk.Rate it:

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catbird seatExpression used to describe an enviable position, often one of great advantage.Rate it:

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caught on the hopTo be in a situation of change, especially from a known to an unknown stateRate it:

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ce n'est pas gravé dans le marbreSe dit de ce qui peut être aisément changé, qui n’a pas de caractère définitif.Rate it:

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center fieldThe defensive position in the outfield in the middle, typically played by a player that can run fast.Rate it:

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cette place est une bague au doigtThat position is a sinecure.Rate it:

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chacun est bossu quand il se baisseIl ne faut pas se moquer des défauts des autres, en particulier quand ils sont dans une position difficile. Personne n’est en effet à l’abri de ces mêmes défauts.Rate it:

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changer de mainto change handsRate it:

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changer son fusil d'épauleto change tack, change one's tuneRate it:

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changer son fusil d'épauleTo change one’s opinion, profession, tactics.Rate it:

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check your attitude (at the door)The speaker is warning the listener that their attitude may have adverse effects and advising that the listener change their attitude. Adding "at the door" at the end of this phrases means to leave your attitude outside/don't bring that attitude in hereRate it:

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come from behindTo be in a winning position after having been in a losing position.Rate it:

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come full circleTo make a complete change or reform.Rate it:

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come in fromTo change to a new side in a conflict; to return from a period of exclusion; to accept after a history of not accepting.Rate it:

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come overTo change one's position or location, especially to someone's place of residence; to come by.Rate it:

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come roundTo change one's opinion.Rate it:

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come to mention itWhat you just said reminds me of something; Used to justify a change of subject or a kind of statement that needs some kind of license.Rate it:

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condicio ac fortuna hominum infimi generisthe position of the lower classes.Rate it:

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consistere in monteto take up one's position on a mountain.Rate it:

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cuddle upTo lie or sit in a comfortable, relaxed position, especially holding someone else.Rate it:

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cut someone looseTo let someone go from something, such as a position, relationship, or obligation.Rate it:

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Cutting EdgeAn important position or development in the field of science or technologyRate it:

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de principatu deiectus (B. G. 7. 63)deposed from one's high position.Rate it:

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