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stuffed to the gills

Language; Idioms

If someone is stuffed to the gills, they have eaten a lot and are very full.

stick in your craw

Language; Idioms

If someone or something really annoys you, it is said to stick in your craw.

paint yourself into a corner

Language; Idioms

If someone paints themselves into a corner, they get themselves into a mess.

straight from the shoulder

Language; Idioms

If someone talks straight from the shoulder, they talk honestly and plainly.

toe the line

Language; Idioms

If someone toes the line, they follow and respect the rules and regulations.

toot you own horn

Language; Idioms

If someone toot their own horn, they like to boast about their achievements.

vent your spleen

Language; Idioms

If someone vents their spleen, they release all their anger about something.

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