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Idioms, Cliches, and Proverbs
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| In the nick of time | At the last minute |
| A dime a dozen | Easy to get; worthless |
| Three square meals | Enough healthy food |
| Have your hands full | Very busy |
| Play possum | Pretend you are dead or you don't know |
| Toot your own horn | Brag about how great you are |
| A diamond in the rough | Special, but it doesn't show |
| I'll be a monkey's uncle. | I can't believe it. |
| The bells and whistles | The extra, fancy details. |
| Blow the whistle | Reporting or turning in |