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This tag is for questions seeking an idiom that fits a certain meaning. If you are asking more generally about a suitable phrase to use in a particular context, see the "phrase-request" tag. If you are seeking only a single word, see the "single-word-requests" tag.
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How to idiomatically express the idea "if you can cheat without being caught, do it"
I've heard "It's only against the law[/rules] if you get caught" used fairly often, and while it doesn't encourage one to engage in such behavior where all other things are equal, it does have a conno …
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Term for an explanation that seems plausible simply because it's more complex than a more wi...
I was recently on a lengthy flight and was pondering the regulations on cell phone usage. I've heard that the cell phone doesn't actually interfere with the plane's flight systems (or comms, or anyth …
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