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dangerous place that is difficult to access and full of obstacles
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Sayings you’ll hear in the South — distinctly Southern usage first, then nationwide staples.
dangerous place that is difficult to access and full of obstacles
Close to the English saying: “Misery loves company.”.
misfortunes never come singly; it never rains but it pours
personal trainer
gym instructor; personal trainer
why the hell; why in the world; why in God's name
To wait passively for good fortune instead of working for it.
To eagerly lurk for gossip and drama — front-row seat, popcorn ready.
What’s today’s date?
What day of the week is it today?
What a lovely day!
indicating the action one's about to state is not necessary: no use
that will be explained in more detail later
to jerk the chin so as to signal an occurrence or command, otherwise to display arrogance
the later generations are very capable; never underestimate someone younger than you
a rule which dictates that black side goes first
See you tomorrow.
see you later; see you
See you soon.
Beyond words; nothing left to add — so complete (good or absurd) that even the dipping sauce ran out.
there's no cure
security alarm; burglar alarm
intercom system
central heating system
charming beauty who makes men fall and leads to disasters (such as a loss of wealth or reputation, or a toppled nation); dangerous woman; femme fatale
father tigers produce child tigers
contact lens case
to have a beginning but not an end
"A good product does not need advertising.".
Staying silent is often the wisest, most valuable choice.
Silence gives consent.
discordant and intolerable
have a grand opening (used in congratulatory and celebratory settings)
when and only when
very healthy and strong
as fit as a fiddle
nature reserve
toilet and shower block
to lose all of one’s assets, wealth, and housing; to go pear-shaped
Different blood breeds fishy hearts.
(noun) chestnut-winged cuckoo (Clamator coromandus)
Even smart people can have a momentary lapse in judgement. / Even Homer sometimes nods.
clever at home but foolish out on the street; a smart aleck among family but timid among strangers
If you don't know something listen.
no one is an angel; no one is perfect; no one is above reproach
You’re welcome. / No problem.
without fire, how is there smoke?
"There is no effect without some cause." or "It is supposed that if there is a rumour, there must be some truth behind it.".
without a teacher, I dare you to do or make anything of note
Can't catch a tiger without going into its cave.
stamped or etched in one's memory; unforgettable
stamped or etched in one's memory; unforgettable
world-shaking; earthshattering
patience is mother of success.
Pride comes before the fall. (the Bible) Mr. B.
Texting shortcut for “không liên quan” — unrelated / off-topic (the polite cough before changing the subject).
if you respect the elderly, you'll extend your lifespan
to respect yet keep one's distance; to respectfully distance oneself
some have it all while others have nothing
physiotherapist