(informal) Something that is conventionally accepted as good beyond doubt.

(sequence) Used to introduce an additional item in a possible sequence

(sequence) Used to introduce the first item in a possible sequence

(idiomatic) A central or major role in a situation; a position in which one is surrounded by or very involved in complex, changing events.

plural of thing-in-itself

plural of sure thing

(idiomatic) To imagine that one hears sounds that are not actually real; to have auditory hallucinations. / Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see hear, thing.

(idiomatic) To imagine that one sees things that are not actually present; to have visual hallucinations. / Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see see, thing.

A considerable amount; a lot.

(chiefly UK) Something done habitually or according to social norms, expectations, etc.