plural of cold shoulder sleeve

(idiomatic, intransitive) To build on the discoveries of others before one.

(idiomatic) To build on the previous discoveries or creativity of someone.

plural of chip on one's shoulder

(idiomatic) To snub, resist or reject somebody; to regard somebody distantly.

(figuratively) Synonym of strive: To work hard, to complete an activity with one's complete effort and focus.

(idiomatic, archaic) Synonym of put one's shoulder to the wheel

plural of over-the-shoulder boulder holder

(slang, humorous) A large bra.

(figuratively, idiomatic) One who discovers by building on previous discoveries.