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  • speak about it in a way that shows you think it is ridiculous or inadequate
    scoff
  • not have the intended effect
    fall flat
  • raise the standards which need to be met in order to qualify for something
    raise the bar
  • persuade someone to buy something or give support to an idea
    sell somebody on something
  • be ideal for someone
    suit someone to a T
  • a large number or amount of ...
    a slew of ... / a wealth of ...
  • to behave in a way that makes people believe that you have a particular characteristic
    come across
  • an inclination to fight or quarrel
    a chip on one's shoulder
  • of the highest quality / excellent
    top-notch
  • be full to the point of overflowing
    brim with ...
  • encourage someone to do something (especially unwise)
    egg someone on
  • you spend a lot of money (on something)
    fork out
  • feel a strong desire for or to do something
    hanker for
  • continue watching or listening to the same television channel or radio station
    stay tuned
  • large and heavy
    hefty
  • the latest in a series of unpleasant or undesirable events, and makes you feel that you cannot tolerate a situation any longer
    (be) the last straw (that broke the camel's back)
  • set a high standard
    set the bar high
  • leave some place
    head out
  • to agree with or accept as valid (an argument, theory, etc)
    buy into
  • deliberately avoid someone or something
    steer clear
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