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Word or idiom for something that can either be helpful or harmful, depending on how it's used [duplicate]
For example, consider the following:
Knives are a [blank], because they can either be used as a tool or a weapon.
I don't think "double-edged sword" is appropriate in this context because ...
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Idiom or Synonym for Someone who looks/feels like you could trust them, like they are someone reliable?
I'm writing a character description, and the person I'm describing looks and/or feels like someone you can trust, like someone who would be honest with you, someone innocent, maybe even pure. Even if ...
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Indiana Jones - The explorer [closed]
I am looking for a word that describes an explorer who travels the world in search of rare items. I'm thinking Indiana Jones, going to far off places in search of magical things...
Any help will be ...
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Word/phrase/idiom for 'taking flak' (any kind to any degree) from people who can't handle part of a task (a basic detail)
Sometimes, people are not up for the task to which they've committed themselves. That is, they have a problem handling a part of it, for whatever reason. Instead of admitting that, they respond by ...
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I am looking for an expression, idiom or proverb for a Hindi saying "ulta karobar" which literally means "turtled business" or "upside-down acts"
I am looking for an expression, idiom or proverb for a Hindi saying "ulta karobar" which literally means "turtled business" or "upside-down business" and relates to the disorderly handling of an issue ...
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A person who doesn’t drink much to control others? [duplicate]
I think I've heard it some time ago but I can't remember. Is there an English word or idiomatic expression for "A person who doesn’t drink much to control others"?
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Word(s) to say if someone doesn't want one thing they surely don't want some second thing
I have been going crazy trying to find this word and I just cant seem to be successful. The word is to state something kind of obvious. Here is an example on where/how to use it:
Parent: "Do you ...
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Other ways to say 'take your time' / 'whenever you can' / 'no rush'? [duplicate]
Are there other ways to say Take your time?
I know:
Whenever you can
It's not (terribly) urgent
No rush
Any other ideas?
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What is the term for an argumentative style that relies on immediately extrapolating or threatening worst outcomes? [closed]
For example "You don't want to see the Jumanji sequel?!? I'm filing for divorce."
"The soup is cold? I'm throwing dinner in the trash."
"You're buying a house in Harlem? I predict your kids will ...
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A word / idiom for "living a normal life, like everyone else"?
A4 is the standard size of a sheet of paper (anywhere but the USA, Canada, Mexico and the Dominican Republic).
In Norwegian, there's an idiom, "The A4 life". It means something like:
You work 8-4 ...
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Idiom to express someone is getting something they don't need/won't be able to use
Context: Someone is trying to purchase an expensive product they not only don't need but won't have much use for. The result they are expecting to get can be achieved in a much simpler way without the ...
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What's a word for "looking for something to do"
I'm looking for a word (or short phrase) with a more positive connotation than "bored", meaning I am actively trying to find something to do.
If context helps, I'm thinking of a scenario along the ...
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Is there a word or idiom that refers to "short distance", other than "walkable" and "a stone's throw"?
Is there a word or an idiom that refers to a short distance to walk to reach the destination? Something more elegant that can replace the following sentences?
Eg: The hotel is within walkable ...
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Idiom for a speech with redundant information [closed]
What idiom can be used to name an action when a person tells a lot of redundant information?
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To be more precise I am trying to describe an action when a person speaks about the subject but ...
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A word for achieving 2 qualities considered contradictory to one another
Is there a word for a method of achieving 2 objectives or having 2 qualities that are typically considered to be in conflict with or contradictory to one another?
By qualities I mean strong/ fast, ...
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