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Today, this expression is most commonly seen in articles about politics, where candidates often indicate their intention to enter a race for a public office or another campaign.
The expression "right of way" basically means you have the right to do what you want to on the road, or in other circumstances.
If something is described as “cut out for” something else, it is suited for that purpose.
People say “wake up and smell the coffee” to tell others to wake up to certain facts that they’re unaware of or are reluctant to face.
If something stares you in the face, it is close by, face to face with you and perhaps crying out loud for your attention.
From any extremely dangerous situation where the risk of death is great, we say someone has cheated death if they escape unscathed.
Digging deep suggests we are willing and determined to give a strong effort, going out of our way and even further.
“Bang for the buck” is an American expression that literally translates to “value for money”.
“To do the right thing by somebody” means to treat them fairly and kindly.
If the coast is clear, it means nobody’s around at all, far or near.
People use “after the fact” only to point out that certain things have come after the event, meaning they’re too late or unhelpful.
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