Gravy train
A situation where someone is receiving an excessive amount of money or benefits with little effort or work involved
Examples
What is the gravy train? The gravy train is where people make good money without working.
He doesn’t want to get off the gravy train.
The thin end of the wedge
An action or procedure of little importance in itself, but likely to lead to more serious developments
Examples
Not for one moment did they think it was the thin end of the wedge.
The thin end of the wedge. The enemy within.
A match made in heaven
Two people or things perfectly suited to each other
Example
A match made in heaven, a great place to live once again.
Take something by storm
To quickly become very successful or popular in a particular place or among a particular group
Example
He really took it by storm and they say he’s going to do even better this time.
A clear or clean conscience makes a soft pillow
There is no pillow so soft as a clear or clean conscience.
A clear or clean conscience is often considered the softest pillow, ensuring a peaceful mind and restful sleep. This simple yet powerful concept highlights the importance of the inner peace of the mind rather than the practices of sleepmaxxing.
Bang for the buck
Value in return for your money
Example
It’s not the amount of spending that counts, it’s the most bang for the buck that counts.
On the inside
In a position of confidence or influence
Example
Everything she does is as fake as she is. An empty vessel on the inside desperate for fame and fortune.
Take someone at his word
To accept what one says without further verification or investigation
Examples
You’re right to be wary, but, in this case, I think we can take John at his word. He’s just trying to help.
You should take him at his word. This is not theatre.
What’s good for the goose
Something that is beneficial or acceptable for one person is beneficial or acceptable for another, especially in terms of fairness or equal treatment.
Examples
What’s good for the goose is good for the gander.
The same reasoning applied to both cases: what was good for the goose was good for the gander.
Flying tipping
The unauthorised dumping of building rubble, household refuse or other waste, especially while in the process of transporting it
Example
A beautiful country lane which has flying tipping in every passing section, making an ugly view.
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