Expressions (A–Z)
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The cemeteries are filled with people who thought the world couldn't get along without them
Every person has a substitute. Even for the revered people, there will be someon...
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The Certain is to be preferred to the doubtfull/ never quite certain for hope
The definite matter is more important than that which is cast into doubt. Betwee...
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The charm of a place on its inhabitants
The people of the place love the place where they are strangers and see its beau...
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The cheeks like radish
By metaphor: blushed very much.
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The cherry on the sundae
By metaphor: the best of the best. The best or most delicious part.
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The child is not here
See: "And the child is not here."
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The children have come to the birth, and there is no strength to bring forth; come to the birth
Figuratively, by extension: a crisis has been reached. They have reached distres...
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The Chisel of Critique
Metaphorically: the work of an art critic.
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The choice is in his hands.
He has the possibility to choose.
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The choice of his heart
See: "A people, the choice of His heart".
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