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Like pulling teeth

Tweet Today’s phrase is like pulling teeth. Explanation: This phrase means something is very difficult to do. It can often refer to challenges in obtaining information from someone. Example: I asked...

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Cheek by jowl

Tweet Today’s expression is cheek by jowl. Explanation: If you say something or someone is cheek by jowl, you mean that they are very close together,  practically side by side. Example: Caitlin hated...

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Cast iron stomach

Tweet Today’s phrase is cast iron stomach.  Explanation: If you say someone has a cast iron stomach, it means they can eat anything and not feel ill. Example:  I often tell my husband he has a cast...

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Don’t hold your breath

Tweet Today’s phrase is don’t hold your breath. Explanation: If you say you’re hoping for something to happen, but you won’t hold your breath, then you’re not overly optimistic it’ll happen. Example:...

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Nuts in a vise

Tweet Today’s phrase is nuts in a vise. I admit this is a tad crude, but it definitely gives you a strong visual. I heard someone using it around the office yeserday, and decided to do a write up on …...

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Scarce as hen’s teeth

Tweet Today’s phrase is scarce as hen’s teeth Explanation: If you say something is as is as scarce as hen’s teeth, then you mean it is very difficult or almost impossible to find. Example: During the...

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