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A poor man's something What does A poor man's something mean?	Something or someone that can be compared to something or someone else, but is not as good is a poor man's version; a writer who uses lots of puns but isn't very funny would be a poor man's Oscar Wilde.
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clear-cut What does "clear-cut" mean?	clearly stated, clear and certain	The boy gave a clear-cut answer to the question.
Throw someone a bone What does "Throw someone a bone" mean?	If you throw someone a bone, you give them a small reward or some kind words to make them feel good even if they've not really contributed much.
draw up (something) What does "draw up (something)" mean?	to put something in writing	They were able to draw up the contract while we were waiting.
Tough cookie What does "Tough cookie" mean?	A tough cookie is a person who will do everything necessary to achieve what they want.
as gaudy as a butterfly What does "as gaudy as a butterfly" mean?	gaudy, colorful	The woman was as gaudy as a butterfly when she left for the concert.

after one`s own heart What does "after one`s own heart" mean?	to be well-liked for agreeing with one`s own feelings/interests/ideas	My new boss loves to go fishing. He is a man after my own heart.
to say the least What does "to say the least" mean?	at the very least, without dwelling on the subject	After walking all day I am tired to say the least.
find one's feet What does "find one's feet" mean?	to become used to a new situation or experience	I was able to easily find my feet when I started my new job.

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A Poor Man's Something Idiom