American Idioms and Expressions

Strictly On The Level Idiom

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strictly on the level
What does strictly on the level mean?
to be honest, to be dependable, to be open and fairThe salespeople that I deal with are always strictly on the level.
strictly on the level
What does strictly on the level mean?
honest, dependable, open and fair The salespeople that I deal with are always strictly on the level.


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What does "patch up (something)" mean?
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What does "in the long run" mean?
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What does "set (someone or something) loose" mean?
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What does "hold up (as an example)" mean?
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What does "to horse trade" mean?
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What does "Not our bag" mean?
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What does "Bend someone's ear" mean?
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What does "look like death warmed over" mean?
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