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portal to portalWhen quoting a remote project that involves travel, we calculate travel time as being "Portal to Portal", meaning cost is based on what I charge for travel time from home (or where ever the start point is) to the project location.Rate it:

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put the pedal to the metalThe literal meaning is to press the gas pedal to the maximum extent; see our other entry for the figurative meaning this phrase has also come to meanRate it:

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quae est vis huius verbi?what is the meaning, the original sense of this word?Rate it:

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quae notio or sententia subiecta est huic voci?what is the meaning, the original sense of this word?Rate it:

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que siUsed other than with a figurative or idiomatic meaning: see que, si.Rate it:

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quem sabeUsed other than with a figurative or idiomatic meaning: see quem, sabe.Rate it:

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quer saberUsed other than with a figurative or idiomatic meaning: see quer, saber.Rate it:

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quid hoc rei est?what is the meaning of this?Rate it:

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quid hoc sibi vult?what is the meaning of this?Rate it:

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quid significat, sonat haec vox?what is the meaning, the original sense of this word?Rate it:

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raucous caucus"Raucous caucus" is a playful and alliterative phrase often used to describe a noisy, energetic, or tumultuous gathering, especially in the context of political discussions or meetings. The term combines "raucous," meaning loud, disorderly, or boisterous, with "caucus," which refers to a group of people with shared political goals or opinions.Rate it:

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read between the linesTo infer a meaning that is not stated explicitly.Rate it:

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rose-colored glassesUsed other than with a figurative or idiomatic meaning: glasses that are tinted in a pink or rose shade.Rate it:

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rub up onUsed other than with a figurative or idiomatic meaning: see rub,‎ up,‎ on.Rate it:

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sans penser à malWithout meaning any mischief.Rate it:

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say no moreWhat has already been said conveys all the meaning and information needed to draw a conclusion concerning a matter which it would be imprudent to discuss further.Rate it:

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scratch an itchUsed other than with a figurative or idiomatic meaning: see scratch,‎ itch.Rate it:

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sea loadUsed other than with a figurative or idiomatic meaning: see sea,‎ load.Rate it:

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see someone's pointTo comprehend the meaning that someone is trying to convey.Rate it:

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see youUsed other than with a figurative or idiomatic meaning: see see,‎ you.Rate it:

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shoot offUsed other than with a figurative or idiomatic meaning: see shoot,‎ off.Rate it:

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shower withUsed other than with a figurative or idiomatic meaning: see shower,‎ with.Rate it:

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sí y noUsed other than with a figurative or idiomatic meaning: see si, y, no.Rate it:

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sim e nãoUsed other than with a figurative or idiomatic meaning: see sim, e, não.Rate it:

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slice of the pieUsed other than with a figurative or idiomatic meaning: see slice,‎ pie.Rate it:

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slide offUsed other than with a figurative or idiomatic meaning: see slide,‎ off.Rate it:

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smhMeaning: Smack My head.Rate it:

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smoke-filled roomUsed other than with a figurative or idiomatic meaning: see smoke,‎ filled,‎ room.Rate it:

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snatch the pebbleTo fully grasp the meaning of a concept or developed a skill to a high degree of proficiency, often that rivals some specific expert.Rate it:

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so is lifeUsed other than with a figurative or idiomatic meaning: see so,‎ life. i.e. life is, as well; life is too.Rate it:

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spit outUsed other than with a figurative or idiomatic meaning: see spit,‎ out.Rate it:

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spring outUsed other than with a figurative or idiomatic meaning: see spring,‎ out.Rate it:

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star vehicleUsed other than with a figurative or idiomatic meaning: see star,‎ vehicle.Rate it:

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strike a chordTo convey a feeling or meaning which someone personally internalizes and takes to heart.Rate it:

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stronger faith with a clear night skyMeaning that outer space is a source of spirituality and religious faith as is believed in the religion of Astronism.Rate it:

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suck outUsed other than with a figurative or idiomatic meaning: see suck,‎ out.Rate it:

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take no prisonersUsed other than with a figurative or idiomatic meaning: see take,‎ prisoner.Rate it:

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take someone's pointTo grasp the essential meaning of what a person is saying.Rate it:

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take the pointTo grasp the essential meaning of what a person is saying, to understand a person's argument and point of view.Rate it:

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talk pastTo talk at cross purposes with; to speak in such a way that a listener fails to understand one's meaning.Rate it:

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tell someone where to shove itUsed other than with a figurative or idiomatic meaning: see tell,‎ someone,‎ where,‎ shove,‎ it.Rate it:

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term outUsed other than with a figurative or idiomatic meaning: see term,‎ out.Rate it:

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the heart of the earthJesus said that he would be in the heart of the earth for three days meaning in the earth in the tomb. Jonah was in the “heart of the sea” meaning below the waves.Rate it:

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thin-skinnedUsed other than with a figurative or idiomatic meaning: see thin,‎ skinned.Rate it:

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till the wheels fall offliteral meaning - to drive a car until it won't run any more; figurative meaning - dedicated to the end; indicates relentless effort, commitment to something until it is no longer viable/possible/usableRate it:

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tipo assimUsed other than with a figurative or idiomatic meaning: see tipo, assim.Rate it:

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todo o ouro do mundoUsed other than with a figurative or idiomatic meaning: see todo, o, ouro, do, mundo.Rate it:

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trickle downUsed other than with a figurative or idiomatic meaning: see trickle,‎ down.Rate it:

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vai saberUsed other than with a figurative or idiomatic meaning: see vai, saber.Rate it:

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vis et notio verbi, vocabulithe fundamental meaning of a word.Rate it:

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