(idiomatic) An outcome or decision is still unknown and awaited.

(idiomatic, singular only) A solution or scenario which combines the disadvantages of two opposed prior solutions, often having been intended to combine their benefits instead.

The main administrative centre for a company or organisation.

Alternative form of wear one's heart on one's sleeve

(obsolete) A female prostitute.

(idiomatic) At the start, immediately.

To hollow by carving. / (idiomatic) To create (a reputation, chance, role, rank, career, victory) by hard work, or as if by cutting.

A local official who oversees the running of an election in a given area. / The officer who makes returns of writs, etc.

(obsolete) At speed; moving rapidly.

(intransitive, idiomatic) To express one's innermost thoughts or feelings.