Cue (someone) in or cue in (someone)
1. To give someone a cue, to indicate to someone that the time has come. Now, cue the orchestra director in. All right, cue in the... Read more →
Cross one`s heart and hope to die
To promise that what you are saying is true. I promise that I will give you the money next week. Cross my heart and hope to die.
Curl up and die
1. To die. No, it wasn't an illness. He just curled up and died. 2.... Read more →
Cut across
To cross or go through something instead of going around it. We decided to cut across the field because we were in a hurry to get to school.
A cut above (someone or something)
A little better than someone or something. The new principal is a cut above the previous one.
Curiosity killed the cat
Being too nosy or curious may get a person into trouble. You should not worry about what your friend is doing. Remember, curiosity killed the... Read more →
Cut a wide swath
To attract a lot of attention. The man cuts a wide swath when he enters a room.
Cut a fine figure
To look good, to dress well. The man cut a fine figure when he entered the dining room.
Cut a deal
To make a business arrangement or deal with someone. The company was able to cut a deal with their employees.
Curry favor with (someone)
To flatter someone to get his or her help or friendship. To try to make someone like you or support you by doing or saying things to please... Read more →