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What does "crying wolf" mean?
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"Crying wolf" refers to raising a false alarm, which can lead to people ignoring genuine calls for help.
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What does the phrase "on thin ice" mean?
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"On thin ice" means to be in a situation where one is vulnerable to danger or trouble.
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What does "bite the bullet" mean?
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"Bite the bullet" means to endure a painful or challenging situation with courage.
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What does "swan song" refer to?
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A "swan song" is often used to describe someone's last performance or effort, especially before they retire or conclude an era.
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What does "bury the hatchet" mean?
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"Bury the hatchet" means to reconcile or make amends after a conflict.
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What does "turn a deaf ear" mean?
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"Turn a deaf ear" means to deliberately choose not to listen to someone or something.
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What does "hanging fire" mean?
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"Hanging fire" refers to a situation that is unresolved or postponed, often with anticipation of a resolution.
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What does the phrase "at sea" mean?
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"At sea" describes feeling lost or confused, often in a metaphorical sense.
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What does "hit the books" mean?
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"Hit the books" is an informal way of saying to begin studying intensively.
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What does the phrase "ring a bell" mean?
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"Ring a bell" means that something sounds familiar or triggers a memory, even if the details are unclear.
