Hobson's Choice Idiom American Expressions and American Idioms

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Hobson's choice What does Hobson's choice mean?	the choice between taking what is offered or getting nothing at all (Hobson owned a stable in the 17th century in England and always offered his customers the horse nearest the door)	The customer's were given a Hobson's choice. They could buy a car of any colour but only if it was black
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drink What does "drink" mean?	use gasoline (said of cars)

up for grabs What does "up for grabs" mean?	in the mood for; willing to
school What does "school" mean?	teach somebody something (usually said by a person in authority)
tribe What does "tribe" mean?	friends; relatives; family
burst at the seams What does "burst at the seams" mean?	to explode with pride or laughter, to be full to the breaking point	The train was bursting at the seams as it entered the station. I was bursting at the seams from laughter.
popper What does "popper " mean?	small container of amyl nitrate

Walk on eggshells What does "Walk on eggshells" mean?	If you have to walk on eggshells when with someone, you have to be very careful because they get angry or offended very easily.('Walk on eggs' is also used.)
as calm as a toad in the sun What does "as calm as a toad in the sun" mean?	very calm and content	The girl was as calm as a toad in the sun during the speech contest.
stoked What does "stoked" mean?	excited; eager

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Hobson's Choice Idiom