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lay the groundwork(expression, idiom, preparation)
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lay waste(expression, idiom, destruction)
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lead off(verb, phrasal verb, beginning)
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lead the way(verb, phrasal verb, beginning)
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legs
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lend foundations(expression, idiom, support)
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lend support(expression, idiom, support)
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lipsticks
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macrocosms
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make mincemeat of(verb, phrasal verb, destruction)
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make preparations(expression, idiom, preparation)
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make ready(expression, idiom, preparation)
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makeups
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makings
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mechanics(basics, practicalities)
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nitty-gritty(basics, practicalities)
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no frills(expression, basics, practicalities)
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no nonsense(expression, basics, practicalities)
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nucleus
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nuts and bolts(expression, idiom, basics, practicalities)
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