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shot in the dark
A guess made with little chance of success.
shotgun
the passenger seat next to the driver
shotgun approach
A broad, indiscriminate method.
shotgun wedding
a hurried marriage due to pregnancy
shots fired
a phrase indicating conflict or criticism
should see the other guy
The opponent looks worse than expected.
should've would've could've
regret about past choices and missed opportunities
shoulder
to bear or take on responsibility
shoulder to cry on
someone who offers comfort.
shout
To call out loudly.
shout fire in a crowded theater
to cause panic or chaos unnecessarily
shoutout
Public acknowledgment or thanks to someone.
shove
To push someone or something forcefully.
shove it up your ass
A vulgar way to express rejection.
shove something down someone's throat
To force ideas upon someone.
shovel
A tool for digging or moving materials like dirt.
show a clean pair of heels
to run away quickly
show a leg
Get out of bed or show signs of life.
show ankle
to reveal a glimpse of skin
show colour
To reveal one's true feelings or intentions.
show don't tell
illustrate through actions, not just words
show off
to display something proudly
show one's butt
act foolishly or embarrass oneself.
show one's cards
to reveal one's intentions or plans