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Definitions by Spirit-Chickadee

Sugary Lemon Leonard

Usually shortened to “Sugary Lemon” or “Sugary Leonard” and used to describe any alcoholic beverage mixed with lemonade or lemon juice. May also describe someone with an affection for such drinks. Bares no connection to a former boxer with a similar name.
Sugary Lemon Leonard. An unusual drink, but I like it.

A Nickel or a Dime 

May refer to an item for sale that isn't worth selling, or to describe someone who is particularly tight-fisted when it comes to money.
Ha! I wouldn't give you a nickel or a dime for that lot!

Nickelsworth 

A very small, but usually reasonable, quantity of something. Used metaphorically it should not be compared to the actual worth of a nickel.
A nickelsworth of sweets will keep the kids happy for a while
Nickelsworth by Spirit-Chickadee December 5, 2010

Dimesworth 

A very small, but usually reasonable, quantity of something. Used metaphorically it should not be compared to the actual worth of a dime.
Old Joe got by on a dimesworthy of tobacco per week. Of course, a dimesworth was nothing like the money he remembered as a lad.
Dimesworth by Spirit-Chickadee December 5, 2010

Rocket to the Stars 

A supposedly extraordinary event, experience, or game plan. When describing something as a rocket to the stars you believe it will result in a very rewarding outcome.
Rocket to the stars? Get-rich-quick scheme more like it!

Brown-Nosed Marsupial 

Describes someone who at first appears to be very original or independent, but when it comes down to it actually goes out of their way to kiss up to their boss or superiors.
You know when I first met you, I thought you were cool, but after seeing you sucking up to the boss, I now realize you're just another brown-nosed marsupial

Shotgun Treatment 

Used to describe someone who is extremely manipulative, controlling, and self-satisfied, unaware their actions or behavior will eventually result in their own misfortune or downfall.
After years of beating his wife and giving her the shotgun treatment, she finally left him