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Idioms

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dead right

Language; Idioms

This means that something or someone is absolutely correct, without doubt.

serve your country

Language; Idioms

When someone is serving their country, they have enrolled in the military.

the plot thickens

Language; Idioms

When the plot thickens, a situation become more complicated and difficult.

see you anon

Language; Idioms

(UK) If somebody says this when leaving, they expect to see you again soon.

every man and his dog

Language; Idioms

A lot of people - as in sending out invitations to a large number of people

man of his word

Language; Idioms

A man of his word is a person who does what he says and keeps his promises.

sitting duck

Language; Idioms

A sitting duck is something or someone that is easy to criticise or target.

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