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General idioms that span a wide range of everyday topics.

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shoot the bull

to engage in casual conversation

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shoot the messenger

to blame or punish the person who delivers bad news instead of addressing the issue itself

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shoot through

to leave suddenly or unexpectedly

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short and sweet

brief and to the point

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short end of the stick

To receive the least favorable outcome in a situation.

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short shrift

minimal attention or consideration given

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shot across the bow

A warning or signal of potential trouble ahead.

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shot heard round the world

A significant event that has global repercussions.

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shot in the dark

a guess made without sufficient information

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shove it up your ass

a vulgar expression used to tell someone to go away or to express anger

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show a clean pair of heels

To run away quickly, especially to escape from a situation.

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show a leg

To get out of bed, usually in the morning.

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