(idiomatic, colloquial, UK) To throw a tantrum.

(idiomatic) To marginally manage to progress.

(idiomatic) To interrogate or scrutinize closely; to subject to some trial or ordeal.

(idiomatic) To put forth great effort to meet requirements, usually arbitrary, set by someone.

(US, Canada) The red-throated diver.

Gavia arctica, a medium-sized member of the loon or diver family that breeds in Eurasia, with grey head, black throat, white underparts and chequered black-and-white mantle.

Gavia stellata, the smallest member of the loon or diver family, breeding in northern Eurasia and Arctic Canada, with grey head, red throat, white underparts and dark mantle.

(slang, UK, Australia, New Zealand) To take a day off from work for ill health (either real or feigned).

Cooking food for a man is a good way to win his affections.

Do not criticize others if you have similar weaknesses yourself.