Expressions (A–Z)

C

• Clearance form

  (Slang) A form that must be filled out when leaving a unit or organization, on w...

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• Cleared the air

  He calmed the people and reduced the tension between them.

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• Clenched Hand

  See: 'with a clenched hand'.

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• Clenched Hands

  In question: stinginess. Lack of giving. Lack of help (closed hearing spring).

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  clergyman

  A person with an official role in any religious system.

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• Climbed the walls

  (Slang) felt frustrated and unable to cope with the situation.

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• Climbed up a tall tree

  Set an overly ambitious goal or announced an intention to do something that it w...

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  Climbing on its own leaves

  See: "He did not dare to raise his hand above the poverty of his lips."

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  Clinging to Her

  See: "Faith and trust in God".

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  Clinging to the Chair

  Figuratively: refusing to relinquish one's position or office. Or: refusing to r...

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