dyed-in-the-wool
idiomFirmly established in one's beliefs or habits; having a specified characteristic, identity, etc. deeply ingrained in one's nature.
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more cry than wool
Dramatic assertions that are backed by little evidence.
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pull the wool over someone's eyes
To deceive someone.
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slut's wool
Accumulated dust, fluff, hair, etc., that tends to occur indoors in areas not regularly dusted, such as under heavy furniture.
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wrap in cotton wool
To treat delicately, to baby, to coddle.