know from a bar of soap

all over bar the shouting

Of an activity where the result is known, but may be subject to change, due to it not being officially finished or announced.

as far as one knows

To the best of one's knowledge, as far as someone knows or possible information to be gathered about the topic, subject, aspect, or situation.

as you know

as it is already known.

bar none

Without exception; excluding nothing else of the same kind.

bar sinister

The state or characteristic of having been born out of wedlock; illegitimacy; bastardy.

bar star

A woman who frequents bars or lounges, usually late at night.

belly up to the bar

To commit oneself to a challenge or task; to accept a responsibility; to acknowledge a fact.

Bob Hope

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