142 entries under idiom topic. ×

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call names(verb, expression, sound, criticize)
6
take advantage of(verb, expression, phrasal verb, develop)
3
do violence to(verb, expression, hurt, ruin)
3
make use of(verb, expression, develop, use)
2
bitter words(expression, disapprobation)
2
do a mischief(expression, inexpedience)
2
find fault with(verb, expression, charge, slight)
2
foul language(noun, expression, vulgarity, blasphemy)
2
hard words(expression, disapprobation)
2
load with reproaches(expression, disapprobation)
2
take to task(expression, charge, criticize, scorn)
2
wreak havoc on(expression, harm, spoil, injure)
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abuse of office
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abusive language(noun, expression, vituperation)
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avail oneself of(verb, expression, develop, use)
1
bad language(expression, malediction)
1
call to task(verb, expression, condemn, reprimand)
1
cash in on(verb, expression, develop, use)
1
come down on(verb, expression, attack, strike)
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crack down on(verb, expression, hurt, dismiss)
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