idioms 61-70 Flashcards

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1
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In the nick of time

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Just in time or at the last possible moment.

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2
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In a long run

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over a length period of time, in the end

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3
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Nip in the bud

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Prevent sth from becoming a problems.

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4
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Part and parcel

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A basic and neccessary part of sth.

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5
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Pros and cons

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The advantages and disadvantages of sth.

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6
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As a rule

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A prescribed guide for conduct or action.

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7
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Black and white

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Sth has been written and not juse said.

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8
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By chance

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Without plan or intent; accidentally.

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9
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Hard and fast

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Fixed and not able to be changed.

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10
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In no time

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Very soon or very quickly.

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