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[song and dance] {n.}, {informal} 1. Foolish or uninteresting talk; dull nonsense. Usually used with "give". * /I met Nancy today and she gave me a long song and dance […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

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[dance to another tune] {v. phr.} To talk or act differently, usually better because things have changed; be more polite or obedient because you are forced to do it. * […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

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[lead one a merry dance] {v. phr.} To cause someone unusual discomfort or expense; tire someone by causing one to overdo. * /With her personal extravagances and constant social activities […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

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[cut in] {v.} 1. To force your way into a place between others in a line of cars, people, etc.; push in. * /After passing several cars, Fred cut in […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

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