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Set Off Alarm Bells: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The phrase "set off alarm bells" means to cause suspicion, unease, or concern. It refers to triggering worries or doubts…
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(As) Black as the Ace of Spades: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The phrase "as black as the ace of spades" is often used to describe something very dark in color or…
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Ready, Set, Go: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The idiom "ready, set, go" is commonly used to start a race or a competition. It also indicates that someone…
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Treat You To: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The idiom "treat you to" means paying for something someone enjoys, such as a meal, movie, or gift. It is…
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Put the Cart Before the Horse: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The idiom"put the cart before the horse" suggests that someone has reversed the natural or logical order of things. It's…
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Out of Order: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The idiom "out of order" can mean something is not working correctly or not following the correct sequence. The idiom…
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How Could You?: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The expression "How could you?" is an exclamation of disbelief, disappointment, or betrayal. It's a way of expressing shock or…
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Make a Scene: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The expression "make a scene" refers to someone displaying excessive emotion or causing a public disturbance, especially in a situation…
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Sleeping On Me: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

"Sleeping on me" is often used in casual and colloquial contexts to indicate that someone is underestimating or overlooking the…
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Drain Out: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The phrase "drain out" means emptying something by letting the contents flow through a drain or other opening. For example,…
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Enter Name: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The phrase "enter name" means typing or writing your full name as input or identification. This term frequently appears in…
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Poke the Bear, To: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The idiom “poke the bear” is used to describe the act of provoking or antagonizing someone, especially someone more powerful…
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Bet On: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The phrase "bet on" is often used when talking about taking a risk or showing confidence in a particular outcome.…
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Glamming Up: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The slang term "glamming up" is often used to talk about making yourself or something else look more attractive or…
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Assigned To: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The phrase "assigned to" means someone is formally given a specific job, task, role, or responsibility to handle. It implies…
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