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attagirl (that a girl) good work, well done, 'at a girl When Judy gets good grades, her mom says, "Attagirl, Judy!"
away out (See way out)
away out of line (See way out of line)
away to the races going without a problem, smooth sailing When they approve our business loan, we'll be away to the races.
awesome great, super, bonzer, totally awesome We had an awesome time in Rome! It was a great trip!
axe to grind (See an axe to grind)
babe darling, honey, girlfriend "Hi, babe. Want to sit with me?" "Sure, honey. I'd love to."
babe in arms (See a babe in arms)
babe in the woods (See a babe in the woods)
baby blues feeling sad when you are pregnant After seven months, Karly had the baby blues. She was feeling sad.

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