Expressions (A–Z)
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after it has been done/ after the event/ ex post facto
After the deed. Once the thing has been done (literally from Aramaic, 'd'i avad'...
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an action came into his hand
The event happened to him. This action happened to come his way.
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art of life
Figuratively: the ability to survive and succeed in life in the practical world.
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B
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Better a Little with Intention than Much without Intention
A small, positive act, when accompanied by good intention, is better than much a...
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C
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came to deed, reached the stage of action
Was actually carried out. Was realized or executed. Came to fruition.
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D
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Do not be wise in words, but be wise in deeds
Do not excel only in eloquent speech, but also in good deeds.
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F
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For No Wealth in the World
See: "For all the wealth in the world."
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forced to act
See: he was forced to act"
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He ate the fruit of his deeds
See: "He ate the fruit of his deeds"
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His hand did not tremble when he...
Figuratively: he showed no hesitation or moral scruples when he...
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