Relationship
Meaning: having a complaint that needs to be discussed.
Example: Jake walked up to Robert and told him that he had a bone to pick with him. Read on
Meaning: close ties or connections
Example: I saw a couple walking hand in hand along the beach. Read on
Meaning: to enter into an agreement or shared effort, especially for expedient purposes and with a party (or parties) otherwise deemed to be enemies.
Example: We have set aside our disagreements and made common cause. Read on
Meaning: someone who makes one very happy.
Example: Because he was there with him through everything, he saw him as the light of his life. Read on
Meaning: the term is used to describe people who look like their parents.
Example: Like his brother, he is a chip off the old block, very rude in behavior and stout in physique. Read on
Meaning: to go on a date with someone you have never met before.
Example: I'm going on a blind date with a guy that Jack knows from college. Read on
Meaning: best friend who is very close to you
Example: The two ladies who were arrested for injuring each other for one man were bosom friends for years. Read on
Meaning: to have a good life, you need to have a good wife
Example: The first time I heard the phrase "happy wife, happy life," I was a small person in college and found it very pleasant. Read on
Meaning: A large organization or government agency that tries to control all aspects of human life and society.
Example: You need to aware of everything you do around here. Big Brother sees everything. Read on
Meaning: criticize, scold or lecture someone
Example: I thought he would approve of my choices, but he ranted on like a Dutch uncle for a whole hour. Read on