(idiomatic) the ability of a politician with an unassailable reputation among his or her supporters for representing and defending their values to take actions that would draw their criticism and even opposition if taken by someone without those credentials.

(idiomatic) To a very great extent.

(colloquial, rhetorical question) Synonym of does a bear shit in the woods

(UK) The banks of the river Mersey in south Liverpool, England.

plural of industry discount

plural of iron bloom

plural of pain in the neck

plural of shot in the arm

(intransitive) To reside on the premises of one's employer (used especially of domestic staff such as nannies, cooks, maids, etc.)

(UK) A system of taxes paid by workers and employers, used primarily to fund state benefits.