keep on a short leash

to keep someone under close control.

They better keep that bastard on a short leash from now on. (example of keep on a short leash)

by The Return of Light Joker January 25, 2011

one horse town

a small or insignificant town

Lets leave this one horse town in the dust.

by The Return of Light Joker December 22, 2007

ferret out

to uncover something by investigation

I was asked to ferret out the cause of the leak in the pipes.

by The Return of Light Joker August 06, 2011

skitter

to move around rapidly,to scurry or scamper

The Kitten skittered about as it batted at the paper ball. (example of skitter)

by The Return of Light Joker September 27, 2009

in the family way

pregnant, (a subtle term)

Sounds like she's in the family way.

by The Return of Light Joker December 29, 2009

ride out

to deal with a problem with few consequences

I have to ride out the dispute If I want the family to stay together.

by The Return of Light Joker March 17, 2009

i'll drink to that

I agree with you

A: My conclusion is That wan need to respect each other for our accomplishments more.

B. I'll drink to that.

by The Return of Light Joker October 06, 2008