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on the ground

Language; Idioms

Events on the ground are where things are actually happening, not at a distance.

every Tom, Dick and Harry

Language; Idioms

If every Tom, Dick and Harry knows about something, then it is common knowledge.

shoot down in flames

Language; Idioms

If someone demolishes your argument, it (and you) have been shot down in flames.

chew on a bone

Language; Idioms

If someone is chewing on a bone, he or she is thinking about something intently.

run the show

Language; Idioms

If someone runs the show, they like to be in control and make all the decisions.

barrel of laughs

Language; Idioms

If someone's a barrel of laughs, they are always joking and you find them funny.

plain as the nose on your face

Language; Idioms

If something is as plain as the nose on your face, it is very clear and obvious.

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