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Ugly duckling
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an unattractive or uninteresting child who
develops into a very attractive or interesting
adult. One who does not fit in with others.
Taken from the children's story of "The Ugly
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Under someone's thumb, Be
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informal (be) completely controlled or influenced by another person. |
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Under the sun
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(used with a superlative for emphasis) anywhere in the world. |
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Under the weather
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Undercoat
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1. a layer of paint applied to a surface before
the final coat of paint is applied.
2. a garment worn under a top garment. |
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Union
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The confederacy of States known as the United States of America. |
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Upper crust, The
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the aristocracy, the highest social classes; high social standing. |
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“burnt into a crust” - destroyed. |
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Ups and downs
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good and bad moments, happiness and sadness etc. |
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Upset the applecart, To
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To ruin one's plans. To offend someone by not
aggreeing with their ideas. |
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