(idiomatic) In the best possible way, given one's circumstances and abilities.

(chiefly US) Nauseated, queasy or vomiting, sick.

(idiomatic, euphemistic, of a man) To ejaculate.

Alternative form of collect one's thoughts

Alternative form of collect one's thoughts

Alternative form of collect one's thoughts

(idiomatic) To become mentally composed, especially after being distressed, surprised, or disoriented; to become calm or organized in one's emotional state or thinking, as in preparation for a conversation, speech, decision, etc.

(dated, military, of gunners) To persist in faithfully attending to cannons while under fire. / (idiomatic, by extension) To maintain one’s position or viewpoint when faced with opposition.

(idiomatic) To be destined for someone.

As a consequence of one's own skill, qualification or status, rather than that of another.