American Idioms and Expressions

Thunder Thighs Idiom

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thunder-thighs
What does thunder-thighs mean?
fat or large thighs (usually on a woman)

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burst at the seams
What does "burst at the seams" mean?
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give the devil his due
What does "give the devil his due" mean?
to recognize the good points of someone who you think is unworthyWe do not like the man's personality but you must give the devil his due, his workmanship is wonderful.
throw one's cookies
What does "throw one's cookies" mean?
throw up; vomit
pick a fight/quarrel
What does "pick a fight/quarrel" mean?
to start a fight/quarrel with someone on purposeI do not like that woman because she is always trying to pick a quarrel with others.
kill the fatted calf
What does "kill the fatted calf" mean?
prepare a big feast (in someone's honor)We decided to kill the fatted calf and have a big dinner for my uncle.
alive and well/kicking
What does "alive and well/kicking" mean?
to be well and healthyMy aunt is 87 years old and she is very much alive and kicking.
give (someone) a head start
What does "give (someone) a head start" mean?
to allow someone to start earlier than othersWe gave my friend a head start in the treasure hunting contest.
muster up the courage
What does "muster up the courage" mean?
build up one's courage to do somethingI plan to muster up the courage and ask the woman for a date.

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