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(often used in negative sentences) used to stop somebody arguing, protesting or making excuses when you tell them to do something
ifs and/ or buts
used to say that someone should be patient because they will find out about something later
wait and see
all the exact details of a complicated situation, problem, system etc
ins and outs
The exchange of mutual compromise or concession; negotiation, bargaining, and/or compromise. Sometimes hyphenated
give and take
used when you are saying something that is generally, but not completely, true
by and large
to accept an unpleasant or difficult situation without complaining, usually because you realize there is nothing you can do to make it better
grin and bear it
small things of various kinds without much value
odds and ends
Either accept something, especially an offer, as it is, or else reject it unconditionally.
take it or leave it
Occasionally; sometimes.
now and then
to be angry or bored with something that has been happening for a long time
sick and tired
somewhat; approximately; a phrase used to express vagueness or uncertainty.
more or less
Extremely uncertain as to the outcome of something. Hyphenated if used before a noun.
touch or go
Tranquillity and freedom from disturbance.
peace and quiet
Safe from danger and free from injury or harm.
safe and sound
At a slow or incremental pace but making steady, dependable progress.
slowly but surely
at that time and place; immediately
there and then
