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Run A Tight Ship: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The idiom "run a tight ship" means managing an organization, team, or operation efficiently and effectively, with strict rules, discipline,…
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Bow To Me: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

"Bow to me"often implies a demand for respect, recognition, or acknowledgment of authority. The phrase is also used jokingly or…
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It's a Must: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

"It's a must" means something is necessary or highly recommended. It expresses a strong recommendation or necessity for a particular…
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Be Still My Beating Heart: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

"Be still my beating heart" is used when you feel strong emotions, like excitement or attraction. It's a way to…
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Get The Can: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The phrase "get the can" can have multiple meanings, literally and figuratively. The expression might mean being dismissed from a…
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Win Me Over: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

"Win me over" is commonly used when someone is convinced or persuaded by another person's action, argument, or charm. When…
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Reach For The Stars: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

"Reach for the stars" means aiming high and not being afraid to dream big. It suggests that you should set…
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Sunday Funday!: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

"Sunday Funday" is a popular expression that refers to making the most of your Sunday by engaging in fun activities.…
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Kill My Darlings: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The phrase "kill my darlings," or more commonly, "kill your darlings," is a piece of advice often given to writers…
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Defer Someone To: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

"Defer someone to" is a phrase that means redirecting someone to another person or authority who can better handle or…
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It's All Good: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

"It's all good" is a relaxed way of saying that everything is okay or that a situation is acceptable. It's…
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A Fox's Sleep: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

"The phrase "a fox's sleep" is a metaphor that describes pretending to be asleep or feigning disinterest while being fully…
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Happy As A Lark: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

"Happy as a lark" is a popular saying that means being extremely happy or cheerful. The phrase draws its origin…
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Change Out Of: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

"Change out of" is a phrase people commonly use when discussing changing clothes or shifting from one situation or state…
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Tag In: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

"Tag in" is a term with origins in professional wrestling, but it has evolved to have a more informal, everyday…
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