Definitions by Arminkshipper

the land of Nod

A slumbering condition.

Exhausted after a long day, I drifted off to the land of Nod as soon as my head hit the pillow.

the land of Nod by Arminkshipper July 11, 2024

in the land of the living 

either conscious or not.

Despite a restless night, Grandma assured everyone she was still in the land of the living and ready for her morning tea.

in the land of the living by Arminkshipper July 11, 2024

How the land lies 

what the current situation is.

"I want to see how the land lies with this project before I commit any resources," said the manager, eager to understand the project's current challenges and progress.

How the land lies by Arminkshipper July 11, 2024

Land 

(If something unexpected or disagreeable) shows up out of nowhere.

This week, more issues than ever appeared to be landing on her desk.

Land by Arminkshipper July 11, 2024

Land 

succeed in gaining or accomplishing something desirable, particularly in the face of fierce competition.

She landed the main part in a new film.

Land by Arminkshipper July 11, 2024

Fish 

A bomb.

In that era of naval warfare, battleships relied on the firepower of massive cannons, not fish (torpedoes).

Fish by Arminkshipper July 11, 2024

Fish 

a peculiar individual in a particular sense.

He is typically believed to be a frigid fish.

Fish by Arminkshipper July 11, 2024