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a boon and a bane
something that helps and hurts at once
a bridge too far
An unattainable goal or limit.
a calorie is a calorie
all calories have the same energy value
a calorie is a calorie is a calorie
all calories are equal in energy
a cigar is a cigar
something is what it appears to be.
a cigar is just a cigar
not everything has a hidden meaning.
a cold day in july
An unexpected chilly day in summer.
a day late and a dollar short
Too late to be effective; insufficient.
a deal is a deal
Agreements must be honored.
a dime a dozen
Very common; not unique or special.
a few clowns short of a circus
someone is not very bright
a few spanners short of a tool box
someone is a bit confused or silly
a for effort
recognition for trying, despite the result.
a god's name
An expression of surprise or frustration.
a good deal
a favorable or advantageous agreement
a great deal
a large amount or extent
a horse apiece
two things are equal or similar
a hundred and ten percent
to give maximum effort
a into g
a transition from one state to another.
a little bird told me
an unknown source provided information.
a little bit of bread and no cheese
cuckoo call or sound
a little goes a long way
Small amounts can have a big effect.
a little of something goes a long way
small amounts can be very effective
a magician never reveals his secrets
Magicians keep their tricks hidden.