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The politician was so good he got the crowd really angry about the war.
whip up
The runner picked up speed and left everyone behind on the final straight.
forge ahead
This contract is written with such old-fashioned language that it’s hard to decipher.
couched in
The economy is in such bad shape the government will do anything to keep it going.
prop up
The Cuban leader spoke angrily and critically against US Imigration policy.
lash out
I was half frozen after the walk and had to sit on the radiator to warm up.
thaw out
Everyone in class was so excited at the win it took them ages to become calm.
simmer down
If you remove all the action sequences from Hollywood blockbusters you're left with nothing.
strip out
