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The Inmates Are Running the Asylum: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

"The inmates are running the asylum" is used to describe situations where the wrong people are in control or making decisions,…
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Thirty-Somethings: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

"Thirty-somethings" refers to individuals in their thirties, aged between 30 and 39. The term is not merely an age descriptor…
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Take the High Road: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The idiom "take the high road" means acting morally superior or dignifiedly, especially when faced with a difficult situation or…
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Gruesome-Twosome: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The idiom "gruesome-twosome" refers to two people or things considered a pair or a team but unpleasant, disgusting, or frightening…
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From Perspective: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The expression "from perspective" is a way of indicating that a statement or viewpoint is being made based on a…
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On Tenterhooks: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The expression "on tenterhooks" conveys a state of anxious anticipation or suspense, as if someone is waiting for a crucial…
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For the Life of Me: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The idiom “for the life of me” is used to convey that someone is completely unable to understand, remember, or…
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Pour Your Heart Out: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The idiom "pour your heart out" means to freely express your deepest and most intimate emotions or thoughts, often about…
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Clock Out: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

"Clock out" is a term often used in workplaces that refers to ending one's shift or work day. It comes…
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Mish Mosh: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

"Mish-mosh" is an informal phrase used in English to describe a jumble or a confused mixture of various things. It…
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Walk a Tightrope: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

"Walking a tightrope" is a metaphor often used to describe a situation where someone needs to balance between multiple risks…
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Ring Any Bells: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The saying "ring any bells" is a casual way of asking if something is familiar or reminds you of something.…
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The Real Deal: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The expression "the real deal" is an affirmation that something or someone is authentic or of high quality. It's like…
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Make a Living From: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The expression "make a living from" refers to earning money or sustaining oneself financially through a particular activity, profession, or…
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Play Over: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

"Play over" can have multiple meanings depending on the context. In a musical setting, it might refer to repeating a…
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