Country Dictionary

an expression meaning a situation in which one factor alone can change or cancel out everything

When Janine is around Corey, all bets are off...the poor dude just can't be himself anymore.

at the point of having something memorized or perfected.

I practiced that guitar riff for days till I got it down pat.

describing something done in a casual or informal manner; also, something said or done quickly or in passing.

"I just processed that order on the fly without making any notes." "I don't remember mentioning anything about the party to Jenn's sister, must have said it on the fly."

to have any venture or attempt at something result in success

after I revamped my resume, my job hunt finally panned out, and I got that 60K position at IBM!

1. a habit or tendency 2. to break or cease said habit or tendency 3. a noticeable effect

1. "I've been on this stogie kick ever since I discovered scotch whiskey!" 2. "Kicking the smoking habit would be a lot easier if it wasn't for these damn nic fits!" 3. "I gotta say...these jalapeno-covered tabasco-doused enchiladas sure have a kick to them!"

1. to put off or delay 2. to leave things as they are; to not change or disturb a situation.

1. I paid huge interest on the phone bill cause I let it slide for too long. 2. I wouldn't fight over something that stupid, best just to let it slide.

having someone of importance at your disposal to help further your own agenda. usually involves kickbacks of some sort.

it's a well known fact that many corporations have politicians in their back pocket, thats why it seems like they're the ones really running things.