[seize the opportunity] {v. phr.} To exploit a chance. * /His wealthy uncle offered to send him to Harvard and he wisely seized the opportunity./ A Dictionary of American Idioms

latch string

[latch string] {n.} 1. A string that opens an old-fashioned door by lifting a small bar. * /The early settlers kept the latch string outside the door when they were […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

Erma Bombeck

(1927-1996) U.S. humorist Seize the moment. Remember all those women on the 'Titanic' who waved off the dessert cart. www.english-slang.com

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W.C. Fields

(1880-1946) U.S. actor Start every day off with a smile and get it over with.

Idioms with keep to learn

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get across

[get across] {v.} 1. To explain clearly, make (something) clear; to make clear the meaning of. * /Mr. Brown is a good coach […]

tip the scales

[tip the scales] {v. phr.}, {informal} 1. To weigh. * /Martin tips the scales at 180 pounds./ 2. or [tip the balance] To […]

Ambrose Bierce

(1842-1914) U.S. writer Before undergoing a surgical operation, arrange your temporal affairs. You may live.

smooth over

[smooth over] {v.} To make something seem better or more pleasant; try to excuse. * /Bill tried to smooth over his argument […]

so help me

[so help me] {interj.}, {informal} I promise; I swear; may I be punished if I lie. * /I've told you the truth, so help me./ […]