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George Clemenceau

(1841—1929), French politician

War is a series of catastrophes which result in victory.

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George Clemenceau

(1841-1929), French politician America is the only nation in history which miraculously has gone directly from barbarism to degeneration without the usual interval of civilization. www.english-slang.com

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General Charles de Gaulle, French political leader, Newsweek

(October 1, 1962) Since a politician never believes what he says, he is surprised when others believe him. www.english-slang.com

pan out

[pan out] {v.}, {informal} To have a result, especially a good result; result favorably; succeed. * /Suppose the class tried to make money by selling candy. How would that pan […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

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W.C. Fields

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

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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./ […]