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contra non valentem agere non currit praescriptioUne prescription ne peut s'appliquer contre quelqu'un qui ne peut pas agir, par exemple un mineur.Rate it:

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contra rem publicam facereto be guilty of high treason.Rate it:

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contra rem publicam sentireto foster revolutionary projects.Rate it:

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aliquid contra legem esta thing is illegal.Rate it:

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conspirare cum aliquo (contra aliquem)to conspire with some one.Rate it:

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contra ius fasqueagainst all law, human and divine.Rate it:

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contra officium est c. Inf.it is a breach of duty to...Rate it:

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dicere contra aliquem or aliquid (not contradicere alicui)to contradict some one.Rate it:

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e re publica (opp. contra rem p.)for the advantage of the state; in the interests of the state.Rate it:

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poner contra la paredEn sentido figurado, ser enfrentado por una persona o situación adversa sin posibilidad de escapar.Rate it:

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tirar piedras contra el propio tejadoHablar, actuar o comportarse directa o indirectamente contra el beneficio o los intereses propios, habitualmente sin intencionalidadRate it:

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venire contra factum propriumNo one may set himself in contradiction to his own previous conduct.Rate it:

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it figuresUsed to indicate that a preceding event or statement by another is an unsurprising accompaniment of known facts and circumstances.Rate it:

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it was worth itit deserved it The phrase "it was worth it" is a common expression used to indicate that the effort, time, or cost of something was justified by the outcome or result. It suggests that the benefits or rewards of an experience, action, or decision outweighed the challenges or sacrifices involved. The phrase is often used to express satisfaction, contentment, or a sense of accomplishment after completing a challenging task, achieving a goal, or experiencing a positive outcome. For example, someone who has just finished a difficult workout might say, "It was worth it. I feel great!" Or, a traveler who has just returned from an amazing trip might say, "It was worth it, even though it was expensive." The phrase can also be used to justify or defend a decision that may have negative consequences or be seen as controversial. For example, a business owner who has just taken a significant financial risk might say, "It was worth it in the end. We've seen a significant increase in revenue." Overall, the phrase "it was worth it" suggests that the rewards or benefits of an experience, action, or decision outweighed the challenges or sacrifices involved. It is often used to express satisfaction, contentment, or a sense of accomplishment, and it can also be used to justify or defend a decision.Rate it:

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just a secondStop; wait. Used to indicate that the speaker wishes the previous speaker or the proceedings to stop so that he or she can comment on what has been said or has happened so far.Rate it:

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na-na na-na boo-boo[c. mid 20th century?] A taunt or putdown, typically used to indicate that the speaker believes he or she has beaten the listener in a competition or is better in some other way or in a general sense; or an expression of satisfaction that the listener has received some supposedly deserved minor punishment or misfortune (a schadenfreude).Rate it:

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point outTo tell, remind, indicate to someone.Rate it:

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ROFLMDAOUsed to indicate amusement.Rate it:

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this too shall passNothing, good or bad, lasts forever. Used to indicate that a current situation or event, no matter how wonderful or horrible it is, will not last forever.Rate it:

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to a certain extenta phrase to indicate a statement is true to a limited degree; partly true but not completely trueRate it:

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you had to be thereUsed to indicate to the interlocutor that the situation being talked about could only be properly understood if that person had been present.Rate it:

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you kiss your mother with that mouthUsed to indicate that the other person's speech has become too obscene or vulgar.Rate it:

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you're onUsed to indicate acceptance by the speaker of a proposal or challenge, especially a competitive one.Rate it:

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four score and seven years agoAs an opener, a sometimes sarcastic indicator to indicate a past event being mentioned is particularly important.Rate it:

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or somethingOr something like that. Used to indicate the possibility that previously mentioned word may not be exactly correct in its applicability.Rate it:

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as one doesUsed to indicate an unusual or unexpected situation.Rate it:

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don't let the door hit you on the way outUsed to indicate that one is glad to see someone leaving.Rate it:

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in order forTo indicate a possible consequence of an event or action.Rate it:

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let's not and say we didIndicates that the speaker does not agree with a proposed action and does not wish to participate; often said as a joke--sometimes as an expression that the speaker doesn't want to do the proposed action or to indicate that they are happy doing what they are doing and don't want to change that by doing the proposed actionRate it:

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name your poisonIndicate what type of alcoholic beverage you wish to be served.Rate it:

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one swallow does not a summer makeOne sighting or instance of an event does not necessarily indicate a trend.Rate it:

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na-na na-na boo-booA taunt or putdown, typically used to indicate that the speaker believes he or she has beaten the listener in a competition or is better in some other way or in a general sense; or an expression of satisfaction that the listener has received some supposedly deserved minor punishment or misfortune.Rate it:

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not here to fuck spidersUsed to indicate one has serious business to pursue and should not be wasting time.Rate it:

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strike throughPartly obliterate text by drawing a continuous line through the centre thereof, usually to indicate the deletion of an error or obsolete information.Rate it:

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chance'd be a fine thingGiven to indicate that an aforementioned thing would be desirable but unlikely. Comparable to if I should be so lucky.Rate it:

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falling glassThe wall-hung mercury barometer utilized in the days of sail presented approximately thirty inches of height level of the mercury in it's glass tube in fair weather. When a vessel sailed into a barometric Low Pressure region, the mercury level became lower and tended to indicate the presence of oncoming thunderstorms, gales, or a possible hurricane.Rate it:

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the rabbit diedA statement spoken to indicate one's own pregnancy, or that someone has found out they are pregnant.Rate it:

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wave the white flagTo indicate to an opposing force that one is surrendering.Rate it:

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dog in the huntThis is often used erroneously to indicate that one has no stake in the outcome. As such this is a bastardization of two Southern idioms: "no dog in the fight," and "that dog won't hunt." (The latter indicates something is a bad idea or prone to fail.) Use of the phrase "no dog in the hunt" when one wishes to indicate they have no "dog in the fight" will generate funny glances from any Southerners who overhear it.Rate it:

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ISHYGDDTInitialism of I seriously hope you guys don't do this.; used to indicate that the speaker does not approve of something previously mentionedRate it:

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roll one's eyesTo deliberately turn one's eyes upwards, usually to indicate disapproval, indifference or frustration.Rate it:

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what does that have to do with the price of tea in ChinaA comment used to indicate that a previous comment is irrelevant or unimportant.Rate it:

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a peloEn particular, dicho del coito, sin condón u otra barrera contra las enfermedades de transmisión sexualRate it:

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álamo negroÁrbol de la familia de las Salicáceas que alcanza los 30 metros de altura, tronco recto y grueso, corteza lisa de color gris ramas ascendentes. Su madera es blanda y se utiliza en carpintería para hacer enchapados; industrialmente se usa para fabricar cajas y en la fabricación de la celulosa. En medicina naturista se usan las yemas contra las hemorroides.Rate it:

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alzarse en armasSublevarse o revelarse contra un régimen utilizando armas.Rate it:

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après moi le délugeUsed to indicate indifference to events that will happen after one’s death, or to indicate one’s own importance in maintaining orderRate it:

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arrimón de camarónacción de acercar y juntar un varón su pene contra el cuerpo de otra persona, sin haber coito, con o sin ropa cualquiera de ellos.Rate it:

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as you doUsed to indicate an unusual or unexpected situation.Rate it:

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aurora polarFenómeno óptico compuesto de un brillo observado en los cielos nocturnos en regiones próximas a las zonas polares, con origen en el impacto de partículas de viento solar contra la atmósfera de la Tierra, canalizadas por el campo magnético terrestre.Rate it:

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barba de cabraPlanta bienal de la familia de las Compuestas, nativa de la Europa mediterránea. Tiene flores color púrpura muy vistosas. Sus raíces tienen una forma cónica y son de color amarillo blancuzco, miden unos 15 cm de largo y dos o tres de grueso. Como hortaliza sus hojas se consumen crudas en ensaladas, fritas y guisadas de diversas formas, las raíces se consumen cocidas. En medicina natural la decocción sirve contra la gota y el reumatismo.Rate it:

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