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Definitions by The Return of Light joker

atomic atmosphere 

the air around someone who has released flatulence
Make sure you stay out of the atomic atmosphere when he farts. You'll be glad.

nickle and dime

to drain in small increments
They tried to nickle and dime them after the accident but they tried to switch companies.

usual suspects 

people or things that one would expect or anticipate
While they were the usual suspects, they were the easiest targets of the protests.

double-take

reacting belatedly when one finally realizes the significance of something
I initially didn't realize that she was talking about being a social worker but did a double-take when I grasped the statement.

in rare form 

After going to bed early and getting up late, I was in rare form.
I don't need a copilot to carry in my luggage just because I didn't get much sleep.

touch cloth 

to be near the point of defecating in one's pants after waiting too long
You should not have to wait til you touch cloth because they are repairing the sink. Use the hand sanitizer.