单词 | to see which way the cat jumps |
释义 | > as lemmasto see (watch) which way the cat jumps e. to see (watch) which way the cat jumps: i.e. what direction events are taking. ΘΚΠ the world > action or operation > manner of action > care, carefulness, or attention > caution > be cautious or take care [verb (intransitive)] > act prudently to cast (one's) pennyworths1530 to see (watch) which way the cat jumps1827 to screw one's head on tight1897 to play the percentages1951 to sniff the wind1972 1827 W. Scott in Croker Pap. (1884) I. xi. 319 Had I time, I believe I would come to London merely to see how the cat jumped. 1863 C. Kingsley Water-babies vii. 289 He..understood so well which side his bread was buttered, and which way the cat jumped. 1885 Pall Mall Gaz. 19 Mar. 1/2 The Opposition is as much devoted to the cult of the jumping cat as are the Liberals. < as lemmas |
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