override something— 1. have precedence or superiority over smth.: The day-to-day struggle for survival overrode all other things. 2. make a decision, etc. ineffective using one’s higher authority: As managing director, he will be able to override their decisions. ride over something—pass across smth. on horseback, bicycle, etc.: Huntsmen have no right to ride over […]
Difference between Overplay something and Play something over
overplay something—exaggerate or overemphasize smth.: There was a level of skepticism in the community, a sense that the media had overplayed the significance of the virus. play something over—play smth. such as music or a game again: “Desperado” a song that I wish had never gotten ruined by overplay on commercial radio, was so riveting […]
Difference between Overplay one’s hand and Play one’s hand for all it is worth
overplay one’s hand—act in the belief that one is in a stronger position than one really is: Though our prices were lower we overplayed our hand, so that our competitors were awarded the contract. play one’s hand for all it is worth—make every possible effort or attempt: Well, you have played your hand for all […]
Difference between Over the hill and Over the hump
over the hill— 1. past one’s prime; no longer young enough: As they say about boxers who are getting on in years, she is over the hill. 2. past the critical point; past the worst part of a difficult situation: According to experts’ analysis made over the last month, this crisis is “over the hill.” […]
Difference between Over the fence and Over the wall
over the fence—(Austral., NZ sl.) objectionable; not socially acceptable: Some publications which unduly emphasize sex were entirely over the fence. over the wall —(sl.) 1. out of prison: When she was over the wall she would begin to get well in the fresh country air. 2. in prison: The Court Martial sentenced him to six […]
Difference between “Over again” and “Over and over again”
over again—(also: all over again) for a second time: We couldn’t stand to see the same film over again, so we went out. over and over again—repeatedly; many times: Do not gallop through my letter … but read it over and over again.
Difference between Outweigh something and Weigh something out
outweigh something—exceed smth. in value, importance, etc.: If your debt load outweighs your income, you may qualify for debt restructuring. weigh something out— 1. weigh a measured quantity of smth.: Weighing out flour and sugar in advance … she set about vigorously beating up the eggs. 2. ponder over smth. carefully: I weigh out many […]
Difference between Outpoint someone and Point someone out
outpoint someone—excel smb. in number of points, as in a competition or contest: Lucero had to pick himself up twice from the canvas in the early rounds before he finally outpointed Archuleta. point someone out—show smb.; draw attention to a person: Hooper was positively identified by the victim—who pointed him out in a photo display—and […]
Difference between Outplay someone and Play someone out
outplay someone—play better than another person: He played well but was finally outplayed by his opponent, who was simply too good for Palmer on that day. play someone out—play music while smb. leaves: When they left the church, the organist played them out with Kuyavy dances, till their feet beat time of themselves. Note: The […]
Difference between Outlook for something and Outlook on something
outlook for something—probability of smth.; prospects for smth.: Although the outlook for energy prices is uncertain, energy price inflation is expected. outlook on something—one’s general attitude towards smth.: I really hope that my outlook on this issue isn’t wrong! And I wasn’t aiming to offend anyone, if I happen to have a different view. See […]
Difference between Outer man and Outside man
outer man —(also: outward man) 1. one’s physical body: I began to see that my outer man was not the real me, but only the container of my true self, the inner man. 2. one’s personal appearance: He’s somewhat particular about the outer man and always dresses smartly. Note: The expression does not correlate in […]
Difference between Outdoor girl and Street girl
outdoor girl—a girl or young woman who likes outdoor activities: Nannie was a big wholesome outdoor girl of a purely American type. street girl— 1. a homeless or neglected girl: You have had the education of a lady…. Don’t talk like a street girl. 2. a prostitute: Her clothes somehow call attention to her status […]