accidents will happen in the best of families
[sentence]
used to imply that even the most careful or well-prepared people or families can still experience unexpected mishaps or mistakes
actions speak louder than words
[sentence]
used to say that people's actions show their true intentions or beliefs more clearly than their words
behind every great / successful man (there) stands a woman
[sentence]
used to suggest that the success of a man is often due to the support, hard work, and sacrifices of a woman in his life
to have one's cake and eat it (too)
[phrase]
to desire to have two things that are impossible to have without sacrificing the other
(as) clear as mud
[phrase]
used to describe something that is complicated due to not being clearly described or shown
after one's own heart
[phrase]
used to describe someone who shares the same qualities, preferences, or values as the person being referred to, often expressing approval or admiration for their similar mindset or behavior
boys will be boys
[sentence]
used to excuse or dismiss negative behavior by boys or men, with the implication that it is simply part of their nature
at the end of the day
[phrase]
used before stating the most important fact about a particular situation
blast from the past
[phrase]
the unexpected appearance or remebrance of a person or thing that evokes nostalgic feelings within one
no pain, no gain
[phrase]
used for saying that without working hard and experiencing difficulties, one cannot achieve anything
better safe than sorry
[sentence]
used to suggest that it is preferable to take precautions and be cautious in order to avoid problems or regret later on
bad things come in threes
[sentence]
used to suggest that misfortune or bad luck often happens in groups of three, and when one negative event occurs, two more will follow
good things come in threes
[sentence]
used to suggest that good things often happen in groups of three
like father, like son
[phrase]
used to say that a son's behavior or qualities are similar to those of his father
it takes all sorts to make a world
[sentence]
used to imply that diversity and individual differences among people are necessary for the world to function and thrive
better late than never
[sentence]
used to mean that it is better to take action or complete a task, even if it is delayed, rather than not doing it at all
just what the doctor ordered
[phrase]
something that is exactly what is needed or required in a certain situation
do not do anything (that) I would not (do)
[sentence]
used to advise someone to behave responsibly and not engage in risky or questionable behavior
to be not for sb to say
[phrase]
to believe that it is not someone's place to make a decision or judgment on a particular matter and that it should be left to others who are more qualified or have more authority to do so
to be damned if sb do, damned if sb do not
[phrase]
to be in a difficult situation where any decision or action taken may result in negative consequences, no matter what choice is made
the mind boggle
[sentence]
used to convey surprise, shock, or disbelief in response to something that is difficult to comprehend or absurd
to not bear thinking about
[phrase]
to be so unpleasant, disturbing, or frightening that it is difficult to even consider or imagine
to shop till / until sb drop
[phrase]
to shop to the point of exhaustion or until one collapses
horses for courses
[sentence]
used to imply that different people are suited to different things, and what works well for one person may not work well for another
meet and greet
[phrase]
an event or service where a person, such as a celebrity, politician, or businessperson, meets and interacts with members of the public
from zero to hero
[phrase]
used to say that someone or something has gone from a position of low status or obscurity to one of great success, fame, or popularity
nearest and dearest
[phrase]
used to refer to one's closest and most intimate family members or friends
use it or lose it
[sentence]
used to imply that if something is not used or practiced, it will be forgotten or taken away
to walk the talk
[phrase]
to actually do what one claims or preaches, and not just talk about it
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