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General idioms that span a wide range of everyday topics.

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bend the truth

To slightly or partially lie, to distort the truth, often to make something sound better or avoid an uncomfortable situation.

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bent on

Determined or intent on doing something, often something bad or undesirable; resolute in purpose.

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beside oneself

Overwhelmed with a strong emotion, such as grief, anger, or excitement, to the point of losing self-control.

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beside the point

Irrelevant; not pertinent to the matter at hand.

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best bet

The most favorable or likely course of action; the most promising option.

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best laid plans

Even the most carefully thought-out plans can go wrong or fail.

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best of both worlds

A situation in which one can enjoy the advantages of two very different things at the same time.

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best of the bunch

The best among a group of similar things or people.

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best thing since sliced bread

A new invention, idea, or development that is considered extremely good or useful.

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best thing since sliced pan

An Irish variant of 'best thing since sliced bread,' referring to something that is considered excellent or revolutionary.

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best-kept secret

Something excellent or valuable that is known only to a few people.

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bet the farm

To risk everything one has on a single venture or decision; to take a very large gamble.

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