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Swords and staircases

A sports proverb used mostly within UK football whose definition is still argued about.

It is thought to mean a good performance but one littered with mistakes that would be punished by a better quality opposition
That was a very swords and staircases performance from Trent Alexander Arnold
by Hulkymulky June 29, 2024
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Lindsay Fox's staircase

The mythical staircase rumoured to have caused the Victorian Premier Dan Andrews to be badly injured.
FYI it wasn't that - he was beaten to a pulp after being inappropriate with a kid.
Y'know, when I meet Lindsay Fox's staircase, I'd like to buy it several beers.
by mickolotopus August 22, 2023
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Staircase Head

Someone who you walk all over to get to the next step up. Generally in a relationship or job.
James is such a staircase head. I got him to lie to the boss so I could get a promotion
by thottiusMOUSE May 27, 2018
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Staircase food

A place which is commony used for climbing stairs - the staricase, when converted to a fast food joint is referred to as staircase food.
Ocassionally smoking at a staircase led me to an argument with a bitch having staircase food.
by doodling June 23, 2011
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staircase pirate

Bob: yeah bro I just got head for the first time? Friend:who?
Bob: Megan Webber...
Friend: dam bro you desperate, she's a staircase pirate.
by DocTock December 25, 2022
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staircase

"I climbed the staircase and made my legs tired."
by hydorus shui October 2, 2023
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painting the staircase

Using your gentlemen's relish to slowly paint the legs of a woman starting at her toes and making your way up the staircase as far as you can manage.
Tristian was ever so busy last weekend painting the staircase with his dearly beloved.
by alexy344cfx November 7, 2020
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