[line of least resistance] or [path of least resistance] {n. phr.} The easiest way; the way that takes least effort. * /In becoming a doctor like his father John had […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

resistance

[resistance] See: [LINE OF LEAST RESISTANCE]. A Dictionary of American Idioms

line

[line] See: [BLOW ONE'S LINES] or [FLUFF ONE'S LINES], [CHOW LINE], [DOWN THE LINE], [DRAW A LINE] or [DRAW THE LINE], [DROP A LINE], [END OF THE ROAD] or [END […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

out of line

[out of line] (1) {adv. phr.} Not in a straight line; away from a true line. * /The two edges were out of line and there was a space between […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

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Gore Vidal

(1925- ) U.S. writer Never have children, only grandchildren.

batting average

[batting average] {n. phr.} Degree of accomplishment (originally used as a baseball term). * /Dr. Grace has a great batting […]

look for

[look for] {v.} 1. To think likely; expect. * /We look for John to arrive any day now./ * /The frost killed many oranges, […]

live and let live

[live and let live] To live in the way you prefer and let others live as they wish without being bothered by you. * /Father […]

speed trap

[speed trap] {n.} A place where police hide and wait to catch drivers who are going even a little faster than the speed limit. […]

Jeff Foxworthy

(1958--) U.S. comedian The problem with the designated driver program, is that it's not a desirable job. But if you ever get […]

MFC

[MFC] "Merge from current"