[alpha wave] {n.} A brain wave, 8-12 cycles per second, associated with a state of relaxation and meditation and, hence, free of anxieties. * /Try to produce some alpha waves; […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

delta wave

[delta wave] {n.}, {informal}, {semi-technical} A brain wave 1-3 cycles per second, associated with very deep sleep. * /Good night, honey, I'm off to produce some delta waves./ Compare: [CATCH […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

kiss someone

[kiss someone] or [something goodbye] {v. phr.} To lose or give up someone or something forever. * /"If you won't marry Jane," Peter said to Tom, "you might as well […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

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delta wave

[delta wave] {n.}, {informal}, {semi-technical} A brain wave 1-3 cycles per second, associated with very deep sleep. * /Good […]

on the air

[on the air] {adj.} or {adv. phr.} Broadcasting or being broadcast on radio or TV. * /His show is on the air at six […]

Clare Booth Luce

(1903-1987) U.S. politician Men love putting women on a pedestal because it's so much more satisfying when they knock them […]

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Lee Trevino

(1939--) U.S. golfer My wife doesn't care what I do when I'm away, as long as I don't have a good time.

make it snappy

[make it snappy] {v. phr.}, {informal} To move quickly; be fast; hurry. - Usually used as a command. * /"Make it snappy," […]