
cakewalk |
something very easy |
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Example: |
The exam was easy - a cakewalk. |
call |
a decision, prediction |
Example: |
We've given them the project details, it's their call now. |
call the shots |
to be in charge |
Example: |
Marco Trochetti Provera calls the shots at Pirelli. |
can of worms |
a complex set of problems |
Example: |
I don't know how we can solve the problem - it's a real can of worms. |
can't win 'em all |
can't be successful at the time |
Example: |
Well, we got the IBM contract, but not the Acer job. Can't win 'em all. |
carcass |
a person's body |
Example: |
Move your carcass and let me sit down! |
card |
someone who makes you laugh |
Example: |
Jim is a card. He just comes in the room and everybody laughs. |
carry weight |
someone who has influence |
Example: |
John's the one who carries the weight around here. He makes all the important decisons. |
carved in stone |
something that cannot be changed |
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The dress code is carved in stone. You wear a tie or you don't work here. |