With the hope of averting disaster despite a desperate situation teetering on failure.

(idiomatic, often sarcastic) To weep profusely or excessively in the presence of another person.

(idiomatic, intransitive) To carry out an action, the result of which is a significant change, or an altered circumstance. / (idiomatic, intransitive) To be of importance; to matter.

(slang, of a man) Broad-shouldered and of solid, muscular build. / (slang, of a vehicle, machine, building, etc.) Sturdy; exceptionally well constructed.

Something that will enrage another particular person.

Alternative form of don't look a gift horse in the mouth

plural of one-of-a-kind

plural of one of a kind

To take a decision that will have personally adverse consequences.

(chiefly US, colloquial, idiomatic, somewhat vulgar) To be brave; to show some courage, especially in a situation where one has so far failed to do so.