to make a situation appear much bigger or more serious than it actually is
a fair shake
[phrase]
a chance or opportunity given to a person equally as others
Ex: The new policy aims to a fair shake for all participants in the upcoming event .
that does it
[interjection]
used to say that a specific action or event has pushed a situation to a point where it is no longer bearable or has become extremely serious
Ex: Tom had been trying to fix his computer all day , and when it crashed for the fourth time , he threw his hands up in the air and exclaimed , That does it !
to get a grip on oneself
[phrase]
to stop behaving foolishly or recklessly and gain full control of one's emotions and thoughts
to pull together
[Verb]
to work with other people toward a common goal
Ex: The pulled together to help those affected by the flood .
that tears it
[sentence]
used to indicate that something is the final frustration before a breaking point
Ex: I ’ve had enough of your excusesthat tears it!
gag me
[interjection]
used to indicate extreme disgust, anger, or disapproval toward something unpleasant or morally offensive
Ex: That movie was so cheesygag me !
to kiss up to somebody
[phrase]
to excessively flatter or be overly submissive to someone, usually in an attempt to gain favor or advantages
Ex: You do n’t kiss up to her just because she ’s wealthy .
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