English expression in use by sailors in the Royal Navy before the Second World War. It refers to large, baggy and shapeless underwear that can be male or female attire. When male it refers to the baggy shorts that were issued to both junior and senior rates at the time. When female, it refers to the baggy bloomers type of knickers with elasticated legs, the sight of which is guaranteed to turn off all but the most ardent (or desperate) suitors. In short they are the sort of thing that not even Bridget Jones would wear.
I was goin' to try and pull the bird in the flat opposite 'til I saw her peggin' out her dung hampers on the washing line.
A short series consisting of thirteen episodes that aired in the spring of 2009 and ended in the early summer.
Abby Mills returns to Harpers Island, years after the serial killer John Wakefield murdered her mother and other citizens, for her friend Henry's wedding. But the wedding soon turns into a nightmare when another series of murders ravages the island, systematically killing of guests.
The series was a smash hit, as well as an intriging thriller
Jeff: Did you see the finale of Harpers Island last night?
His harpers ferry moment happened at the young age of 10 when he almost drowned in the river. He survived, but a small piece of him died that day and he continued on as a changed person.
another term for a station wagon, mini-van, or any other kind of vehicle that is targeted at the "family" demographic(also M.A.V.)
"Tactical advantages aside, the M.A.V. is top of the line for the holy warrior troop transport manufactured by the Church of Latter Day Saints Military Industrial Complex. Also great for family trips...to heathen lands."
12 step recovery jargon referring to someone new who talks about how great life is, now that they'resober. Usually meaning that the person is out of touch with reality.
The new guy seems pretty happy for a dude who has no job, no money and no family. He must be on a pink cloud.