(idiomatic) A list of abbreviations, separated by commas, representing the academic qualifications and civil or military honours achieved by a person

To avoid doing (something) by speaking to someone using (possibly false) logic and reasons.

To clearly show one's support for a side or opinion in a dispute, often indicating an intention to defend that side to the end.

Alternative spelling of nail one's colours to the mast

(idiomatic, informal) To laugh uproariously.

Alternative form of march to the beat of a different drum

Alternative form of march to the beat of a different drum

worth one's salt.

(of a look or glance) Sideways, obliquely, askance / (of a look or glance) With suspicion.

(idiomatic) To react with extreme agitation.