Run/go To Seed Idiom American Expressions and American Idioms

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run/go to seed What does run/go to seed mean?	to become worn-out and uncared for	The small store has run to seed and few people like to go there now.
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poop out What does "poop out" mean?	stop; quit; become tired and stop

cook (something) to perfection What does "cook (something) to perfection" mean?	to cook something perfectly	The chef always cooks the food to perfection at the small restaurant.
take a hand in (something) What does "take a hand in (something)" mean?	to help plan or do something	I will take a hand in designing the new cafeteria.
on the bandwagon What does "on the bandwagon" mean?	to do or join something because many others are doing it	Everybody in our company is on the bandwagon to eliminate smoking in the workplace.
Off the shelf What does "Off the shelf" mean?	If a product is off the shelf, it can be used straightaway without any setting-up.
moral turpitude What does "moral turpitude" mean?	behavior that is contrary to accepted rules of behavior	The judge accused the lawyer of moral turpitude after his questionable tactics to defend his client.
above average What does "above average" mean?	better or higher than average	The boy's marks were above average in all subjects except history.

New lease of life What does "New lease of life" mean?	If someone finds new enthusiasm and energy for something, they have a new lease of life.
as strong as a horse/ox What does "as strong as a horse/ox" mean?	very strong	The man was as strong as an ox and easily helped us move the sofa.
make sure What does "make sure" mean?	to make certain, to establish something without a doubt	I want to make sure that my friend is going to meet me tomorrow.
ass What does "ass" mean?	a person (used in reference to the entire person).	Get your ass in here right now.
plea bargain What does "plea bargain" mean?	plead guilty to a crime or decide not to fight against a charge in order to try and receive a light punishment (usually done in a negotiation between the defendant and his or her lawyer and the prosecutor)	The man decided to plea bargain in order not to have to endure a long trial with an uncertain result.

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Run/go To Seed Idiom