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Reveling idioms of war

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#English vocabulary #Common idioms

And Kevin isn't so bothered by the idea Of me dating his mom, So all's fair in love and war.

In love or in war, you are allowed to be deceitful in order to get what you want.

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I just don't understand why you let the doctor call the shots.

You decide on the course of action and take the initiative.

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Well, you know, as parents, you have to choose your battles.

You are selective of the problems, arguments, and confrontations that you get involved in

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I actually came here to bury the hatchet and move forward.

It means to make peace.

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Your romance may open old wounds for some but you're doing nothing wrong.

You revive a quarrel or problem that caused a lot of trouble in the past.

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Gentlemen, we must remember the timeless wisdom: 'Never fight a land war in Asia

Don't start a conflict that is too large or onerous for you to properly resolve or achieve victory

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Are those two be able to come to an agreement? When Greek meets Greek, then comes the tug of war."

One does not win easily in a match against an equal.

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I'm not surprised that the board still hasn't approved this change, even with all of their recent meetings—councils of war never fight, after all.

Those who are supposed to make important decisions often struggle to do so.

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I'd avoid the boss if I were you—he's on the warpath and screaming at everyone he sees.

To be overtly angry and/or looking for retribution

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His new book has drawn fire from many feminists.

You attract hostile criticism.

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You'll have to gun it if you want to arrive on time dude!

(In a car trip) Means to accelerate or speed up quickly or suddenly.

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It might be a little hit and miss, but we'll do our best.

It is unpredictable and may produce good results or it may fail altogether.

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He met his Waterloo when he was challenged by the young contestant.

You are defeated by someone who is stronger or by a problem that is very difficult to surmount.

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Despite the dire prediction, meaningful efforts to tackle climate change continue to face an uphill battle.

When you fight an uphill battle, you have to struggle against very unfavourable circumstances.

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Despite harsh criticism, she's sticking to her guns on this issue.

If you stick to your guns, you keep your position even though people attack or criticise you.

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If anyone spills your blood, I will hold him responsible

If you spill blood, you kill or hurt people.

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