As To Idiom American Expressions and American Idioms

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as to What does as to mean?	with regard to, according to	"As to your question, I will answer it tomorrow."
as to What does as to mean?	with regard to, concerning, according to	We have some questions as to how the accident happened. The players were put into groups as to their ability.
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cover for (someone) What does "cover for (someone)" mean?	to make excuses for someone, to cover someone's errors	I covered for my friend when she was late for work.

a fast buck What does "a fast buck" mean?	money that is earned quickly and easily (and sometimes dishonestly)	The company tried to make a fast buck on the property but actually they lost a lot of money.
throw in (something) What does "throw in (something)" mean?	to give or put something in as an addition	When we bought our car the dealer threw in some new tires as a bonus.
glitzy What does "glitzy" mean?	glamourous or stylish in a flashy way
pass with flying colors What does "pass with flying colors" mean?	to pass something easily and with a high score	I was able to pass the science test with flying colors.
burst into tears What does "burst into tears" mean?	to begin to cry suddenly	The parents burst into tears of happiness when their daughter graduated.

fit the mold What does "fit the mold" mean?	to do what you expect, to do what is considered usual (usually used in the negative - does not fit the mold)	Our teacher does not fit the mold of someone who volunteers to help homeless people every weekend.
partake of (something) What does "partake of (something)" mean?	to eat or drink something	I decided not to partake of the large dinner before the golf tournament.
grace (someone or something) with one's presence What does "grace (someone or something) with one's presence" mean?	to honor someone or something by being present	The Queen graced the opening of the hospital with her presence.
Salty dog What does "Salty dog" mean?	A salty dog is an experienced sailor.

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