American Idioms and Expressions

War Chest Idiom

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War chest
What does War chest mean?		 A war chest is a fund that can be used to finance a campaign like and election or for use in emergencies or unexpected times of difficulty.

Some Random Idioms
gear up for (something)
What does "gear up for (something)" mean?		 to prepare for something The city is gearing up for the Olympic games.

say the word
What does "say the word" mean?		 to give a sign, to show a wish"Just say the word and I will come and meet you at the airport."
green thumb
What does "green thumb" mean?		 a talent for gardening, the ability to make things growMy neighbor has a green thumb and she is able to grow one of the best gardens in our neighborhood.
put down (an animal)
What does "put down (an animal)" mean?		 to take the life of an animal that is sufferingThe farmer decided to put down the sick horse.
ram (something) down (someone`s) throat
What does "ram (something) down (someone`s) throat" mean?		 to force someone to do or agree to something that is not wantedOur teacher always tries to ram her ideas down our throats which makes us angry.
piss
What does "piss" mean?		urine; pee
small potatoes
What does "small potatoes" mean?		 something that is not very big or important compared with other things or people The amount of money for the stadium is small potatoes compared to the total cost of the Olympics.

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beat a hasty retreat
What does "beat a hasty retreat" mean?		 to retreat or withdraw very quicklyThe soldiers beat a hasty retreat when the guerrillas attacked them.
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