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One who should be involuntarily confined.
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52verse
The fictional universe of DC Comics after the conclusion of Infinite Crisis, as shown in the 52 comic book series.
6-2-1 rule
A guideline for hygienic and healthy conduct while attending a multi-day convention, stipulating at minimum six hours of sleep per night, two meals per day, and one shower every day.
621
e621.net, a chiefly pornographic furry booru digital art website.
68
A sex position in which one partner lays on top of the other, with their genitalia facing the other partner's head, in order for said partner to perform oral sex.
6ix
Alternative spelling of six (“6”).
730
Crazy, insane.
8 ball
An eighth of an ounce, especially as a drug quantity.
8646
A numeric code advocating for the impeachment of Joe Biden.
8647
A numeric code advocating for the impeachment of Donald Trump.
9/11sona
A fictional original character, possibly a self-insert, who died in the 9/11 attacks.
90-day wonder
Newly-commissioned graduate of three-month Officer Candidate School (Army, Air Force), Midshipman School (Navy), or Direct Commissioning program.
`num`MeToo
To cause (someone) to lose their job by making an accusation of sexual harassment, as part of the #MeToo movement.
a bad penny always comes back
Alternative form of a bad penny always turns up.
a bad tree does not yield good apples
Bad parents do not raise good children.
a bad workman always blames his tools
It is not the tools we use that make us good, but rather how we employ them.
a buck's a buck
Every dollar of income counts toward one's financial well-being; money is a strong motivator, even in unpleasant situations.
a burnt child dreads the fire
A person harmed by something becomes more cautious about it.
a camel is a horse designed by a committee
Too many people on one project can spoil it by having conflicting or inexperienced ideas.
a cat in gloves catches no mice
One cannot obtain what one desires by being cautious; one must be aggressive.
a change is as good as a rest
Doing something different from one's routine is as refreshing as taking a break from work altogether.
a closed mouth catches no flies
It's best not to talk too much.
a closed mouth doesn't get fed
Someone who does not express their needs or desires is less likely to obtain them.
a closed mouth gathers no feet
One who does not speak can be sure of not saying anything embarrassing.
a contented mind is a perpetual feast
Contentment derives from attitude more than circumstances.
a creaking door hangs longest
Someone who is apparently in poor health may well outlive the ostensibly-stronger.
a danger foreseen is half avoided
It is necessary to foresee danger as it helps you to avoid it.
a dumb priest never got a parish
Those who fail to speak up will fail to get what they desire.
a fair booty makes many a thief
People are easily tempted to dishonesty if there is a substantial prize to be gained.
a fault confessed is half redressed
By confessing to one's own faults, one will begin to make amends.
a fool and his money
Ellipsis of a fool and his money are soon parted
a foolish consistency is the hobgoblin of little minds
Consistency may not be the key to success; changes, even minor ones, must be introduced.
a golden key can open any door
Sufficient money can accomplish anything.
a good beginning makes a good ending
Start off on a good note to reap the benefits at the end.
a good conscience is a soft pillow
A clear conscience allows one to sleep peacefully.
a good deed is its own reward
One should not expect a reward for good deeds, but should perform them merely for the satisfaction of doing so.
a healthy body is a healthy mind
Physical fitness leads to mental acuity.
a hit dog hollers
Alternative form of a hit dog will holler.
a hit dog will holler
An offended or defensive response to a statement suggests that the statement applies to the person complaining.
a house divided against itself cannot stand
A group or organization that is weakened by internal dissent will not remain united.
a house is not a home
A home is not merely a building but requires inhabitants and a friendly atmosphere.
a hungry man is an angry man
One who is deprived of a basic need is easily angered.
a into g
Abbreviation of ass into gear.
a lie has no legs
One cannot get away with a lie; the truth will always come out.
a little knowledge is a dangerous thing
A limited understanding of a subject can lead individuals to overestimate their expertise, often resulting in errors or misguided decisions due to false confidence.
a little pot is soon hot
Short people get angry easily.
a lot
dramatic, extra.
a man is known by the company he keeps
People are similar in character to their friends.
a man's home is his castle
A proverbial expression of personal privacy and security.
a mind is a terrible thing to waste
One should put one's mental faculties to good use.
a moment on the lips, a lifetime on the hips
Indulgence in food and drink gives a brief period of sensory pleasure but tends to increase one's body weight in the long term.
a new broom sweeps clean
New management will often make radical changes.
a new broom sweeps clean, but an old broom knows the corners
New management imposes radical changes, but those with prior experience have more knowledge.
a nod is as good as a wink
The hint, suggestion etc. can be understood without further explanation.
a nod is as good as a wink to a blind horse
Synonym of a nod is as good as a wink.
a penny saved is a penny gained
Synonym of a penny saved is a penny earned.
a plus
The highest possible rating.
a problem shared is a problem halved
If a problem is shared with others, its solution becomes easier.
a promise is a promise
One must keep one's promises.
a promise made is a promise kept
A promise that one makes should be or can be considered a promise that one will certainly honor.