Expressions (A–Z)
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A
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Ate heartily
Ate and satisfied his appetite. Ate with great enjoyment, either out of hunger o...
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B
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Became fat from much satisfaction
In the question: He was caused great sorrow and great pleasure.
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E
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Epicurean Opinion
See: "Epicurus."
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G
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Give up the pleasure
And give up something whose enjoyment is in doubt, or which is very expensive.
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I
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If there is no peace, there is nothing
In the absence of peace, it is impossible to enjoy anything. Peace is equal to e...
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it was pleasant for him, like balm to his bones
Figuratively: He received it with joy. The thing was most pleasant to him.
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L
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Let us eat and drink for tomorrow we shall die
A proverb describing an attitude of recklessness, lack of concern or care for to...
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Live in the moment
To enjoy life without worrying about tomorrow; to focus on present pleasures and...
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M
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May it be pleasant to you
See: "may it be pleasant to you."
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P
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Profit is found in sweet things
See: "For sweet things there is a certain profit."
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