| Idiom | Meaning | Example |
| way to go |
good work, good for you, good going
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When Kelly scores a goal, we yell, "Way to go, man!"
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| way you hold your... |
(See the way you hold your mouth)
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| weak-kneed |
not strong in character, lacking will power
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Marvin yields to temptation, but I wouldn't say he's weak-kneed.
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| wear down |
become dull or weak, use until worn
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Confinement in a prison began to wear down his spirit.
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| wear off |
not have as much effect, not affect as much
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The effects of the drug began to wear off, and the pain returned.
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| wear out |
use until thin or full of holes, shabby
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If you wear out your gloves, we'll provide a new pair.
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| wear out your welcome |
stay or visit too long, not be welcome anymore
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If we stay more than three days, we'll wear out our welcome.
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| wear the pants |
make the decisions, control everything
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Betty wears the pants in the Cheong family. She's the boss.
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| wear your heart on your sleeve |
show your emotions, reveal your true feelings
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If you wear your heart on your sleeve, he'll know you love him.
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| weasel word |
vague or ambiguous word (used intentionally)
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Show that contract to your lawyer. She can find the weasel words.
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