Again and again
Repeatedly. I told my friend again and again not to phone late at night.
After the fact
After something has happened. The man said that he was sorry but it was after the fact. He had already caused many problems.
After hours
After the regular closing or finishing time. Our library has a place to return books after hours.
After all is said and done
Finally, when everything is settled. After all is said and done the mayor of our city is doing a very good job.
After all
1. In spite of what was expected. I have decided not to take swimming lessons after all. It did not rain today after all. 2. Emphasizes... Read more →
After a fashion
Poorly, barely adequate. The cleaning staff cleaned the lunchroom after a fashion but not very well.
Afraid of one’s own shadow
To be easily frightened. The small dog is afraid of his own shadow.
Advise (someone) against (something)
To suggest that something should not be done. I advised my friend not to swim in the river.
Add up (to something)
To mean something, to result in something. The things that my friend said about his boss do not add up to anything.
Add up
To total up to a certain amount. I will add up the money that I owe to my father and give it to him.