Say The Word Idiom American Expressions and American Idioms

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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."
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."
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Climb the greasy pole What does "Climb the greasy pole" mean?	Advance within an organisation - especially in politics.

take stock of (something) What does "take stock of (something)" mean?	to carefully study a situation or a number of possibilities or opportunities	After taking stock of the situation the man decided that it would be difficult to continue working for the company.
set fire to (something) What does "set fire to (something)" mean?	to put something to flames	The workers set fire to the building by accident.
take sides What does "take sides" mean?	to join one group against another in a debate or quarrel	I did not take sides in the discussion about buying a new computer.
get married What does "get married" mean?	to marry someone	We got married in June of last year.
quite a few What does "quite a few" mean?	several; numerous.	"I don't think I can meet you after work. I havequite a few errands that I have to do."
straight dope What does "straight dope" mean?	accurate reporting, information, or facts

out of the loop What does "out of the loop" mean?	idiom. not involved; disconnected; unaware of what is going on
as for (someone or something) What does "as for (someone or something)" mean?	with regard to, concerning	�As for me, I think that I will go home now.�
get oneself into a stew over (someone or something) What does "get oneself into a stew over (someone or something)" mean?	to be worried or upset about someone or something	I try hard not to get myself into a stew over some of the rude remarks of my supervisor.
cool it What does "cool it" mean?	calm down; relax; take it easy; stop it
Here's mud in your eye. What does "Here's mud in your eye." mean?	Drink up! (used as a toast)	"Here's mud in your eye," I said as I had a drink with my old friend.

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