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“the”
The following 437 entries include the term the.
put the kibosh on
phraseto bring (as an action or operation) to an immediate end
read the riot act (to)
phraseto criticize (someone) severely or angrily especially for personal failings
ring down the curtain (on)
phraseto bring (an event) to a natural or appropriate stopping point
rub the wrong way
phraseto disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts
run the risk of
phraseto take a chance on
sell down the river
phraseto be unfaithful or disloyal to
shoot the breeze
phraseto engage in casual or rambling conversation
shot in the arm
phrasesomething that arouses action or activity
shot in the dark
phrasean opinion or judgment based on little or no evidence
show (someone) the door
phraseto let go from office, service, or employment
spill the beans
phraseto relate sometimes questionable or secret information of a personal nature
spill the beans (about)
phraseto make known (as information previously kept secret)
stab in the back
phraseto be unfaithful or disloyal to
straddle the fence
phraseto avoid giving a definite answer or position
straw in the wind
phrasesomething believed to be a sign or warning of a future event
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