“the table”

The following 8 entries include the term the table.

lay on the table

phrase

: to remove (a parliamentary motion) from consideration indefinitely

off the table

phrase

: not up for consideration or negotiation

on the table

phrase

: up for consideration or negotiation

run the table

phrase

: to sink all remaining shots without missing in pool

under the table

phrase

: into a stupor

under-the-table

adjective

: covert and usually unlawful

drink (someone) under the table

phrase

: to drink more alcohol than (someone else) without becoming extremely drunk, unconscious, etc.

lay/put (all/all of) one's cards on the table

phrase

: to be honest with other people and to tell them one's thoughts, plans, etc., in a very open way


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