Shooting for the stars

2010-05-25 09:59

To shoot for the stars means to aim high, have big goals, dream big dreams.

Take the bull by the horns

2010-05-21 12:52

Take the bull by the horns means tackling a problem head-on, directly.

Catch phrase

2010-05-18 13:21

A catch phrase is a phrase that sounds attractive and is easy to remember.

Sore loser

2010-05-14 11:47

The sore loser is a person who does not take defeat well.

Never look a gift horse in the mouth

2010-04-30 13:28

Never look a gift horse in the mouth lest you be accused of being ungrateful.

Turf war

2010-04-27 14:22

Turf war means a fight over territory or sphere of influence.

Private citizen?

2010-04-23 14:09

Private citizen is one who does not hold an official or public position.

Heads up?

2010-04-20 13:44

"Heads up" is a warning or alert given in advance on something you don't know of.

In the same league?

2010-04-16 13:19

"In the same league" means sharing the same qualities others have.

Slow season

2010-04-13 14:38

Slow season means not much has been happening.

Due diligence at Portsmouth

2010-04-09 13:02

Due diligence means the proper effort and care one is obligated to pay.

Textbook example

2010-04-06 11:12

A textbook example refers to a typical case or situation.

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