Expressions (A–Z)
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Under the protection of / dependent on
Subject to the support of an older or stronger person.
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Under the rule of a wicked man, the people groan
A proverb criticizing a corrupt or evil government that causes suffering to the...
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Under the shadow of someone's wings
By metaphor: under his protection. In his support. In his defense.
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Understatement
In phrasing that diminishes the intensity of things as they actually occurred.
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Undoubtedly
With certainty. Without the existence of doubt or uncertainty regarding it.
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Unemployed
Jobless. Without work.
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Unexpected
Cannot be foreseen. Sudden.
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Unforgettable
Figuratively: one of a kind. Left a powerful impression. Very moving.
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Unfortunate / bad luck / misfortune
Bad luck. Lacking fortune or misfortune (literally: “evil of luck.” In Aramaic,...
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Unholy alliance
By metaphor: a cooperation between parties each motivated by their own interesti...
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