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bite one's tongueAn admonishment to someone who has said something unfeeling or harsh.Rate it:

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break one's duckTo score one's first run in an innings.Rate it:

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burn a hole in one's pocketTo cause someone to be tempted to spend money.Rate it:

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flea in one's earA stinging rebuke or rebuff.Rate it:

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get one's finger outTo free one's finger.Rate it:

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get one's hands dirtyto get involved with the unpleasant parts, or the lowest levels, of a task.Rate it:

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get one's money's worthIn a transaction, to receive a good or service which is considered to be of a value equal to or greater than the amount of money expended.Rate it:

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go out of one's wayTo make an extra effort.Rate it:

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have bats in one's belfryTo be crazy or eccentric.Rate it:

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in one's cupsDrunk.Rate it:

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last thing one needsSomething not wanted by someone, who is already burdened.Rate it:

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make one's markTo make, or leave, a lasting impression, especially to achieve apparent success.Rate it:

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mind one's own businessTo concern oneself only with what is of interest to oneself and not interfere in the affairs of others.Rate it:

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one anotherUsed of a reciprocal relationship among a group of more than two people or things; compare each other.Rate it:

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one's ass is grassOne is doomed.Rate it:

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one-offOccurring once; one-time.Rate it:

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price on one's headA compensation for capturing or killing a person, especially someone guilty of a crime.Rate it:

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show one's true stripesTo reveal one's real beliefs, sentiments, or character, especially through one's behavior.Rate it:

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tail between one's legsA reaction to a confrontation, specifically one with excessive shame and hurt pride.Rate it:

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take one's ball and go homeTo cease participating in an activity that has turned to one's disadvantage, especially out of spite, or in a way that prevents others from participating as well.Rate it:

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the world is one's oysterIn order to achieve something in this world, one has to grab the opportunity.Rate it:

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to get one's wires crossedOne can get their wires crossed by asking the wrong question or making a confusing statement or by interpreting the answer incorrectly, or by receiving confusing answers to confusing statements.Rate it:

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when one door closes, another opensWhen one opportunity is lost, another opportunity soon becomes available.Rate it:

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with one's head held highproudly, with prideRate it:

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put one foot in front of the otherTo move forward, progress steadily.Rate it:

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put one pastTo deceive, trick, or fool, especially by concealing something.Rate it:

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shit one's pantsTo be extremely frightened.Rate it:

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to not let any grass grow under one's feetto be always active and never delay in taking an actionRate it:

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true to one's colorsloyalRate it:

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ace up one's sleeveA surprise advantage of which others are not aware.Rate it:

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air one's dirty laundry in publicto reveal one's secrets to the public.Rate it:

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at the end of one's tetherAt the limit of one’s patience; frustrated or annoyed..Rate it:

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at the top of one's voiceVery loudlyRate it:

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blow one's wadto ejaculateRate it:

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bug in one's bonnetSomething that makes someone act crazy or excites them or is of particular interest or concern to them; something that bothers or irritates someone; a lesser known version of the expression “bee in one’s bonnet”Rate it:

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call 'em as one sees 'emTo candidly and honestly express an opinion or viewpoint.Rate it:

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cold oneA beer.Rate it:

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count one's blessingsTo focus one's attention on the circumstances of one's life which are pleasant or fortunate, especially with the intention of diverting one's thoughts from serious or disagreeable matters.Rate it:

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crap one's pantsTo defecate into one's pants or other clothing.Rate it:

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cut one looseto fartRate it:

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do one's bitTo make an individual contribution toward an overall effort.Rate it:

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genius is one percent inspiration, ninety-nine percent perspirationThis is a famous quote attributed to Thomas Edison, a famous and prolific American inventor. The idea that hard work is the most important aspect of new inventions existed before Edison gave his quote, however.Rate it:

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get into one's strideTo become familiar with something recently learnt.Rate it:

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get one's money's worthTo derive satisfaction from an experience or occurrence; to have one's expectations or hopes fulfilled.Rate it:

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give one's left nutPay a very high price for something.Rate it:

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hang out one's shingleTo open an office or business, especially in a profession.Rate it:

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hitch one's wagon to a starTo commit to an aspirational goal or course of action that will lead to fulfillment.Rate it:

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hold one's waternot have to pee; try not to urinateRate it:

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hold one's head highto act with pride; to be proud in a positive wayRate it:

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jump in one's skinTo start with fright.Rate it:

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