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only game in town

idiom

The only opportunity, activity, or resource available.


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  1. 01

    away game

    An athletic contest played away from the team's home field.

  2. 02

    back in the game

    Having recovered from a disadvantageous position.

  3. 03

    big end of town

    The top end of town.

  4. 04

    blame game

    A situation in which people attempt to blame others rather than trying to resolve a problem.

  5. 05

    blow town

    To suddenly leave one's residence.

  6. 06

    change the game

    To revolutionize a field of endeavor.

  7. 07

    company town

    A town, city, or other municipality in which a single large business has a controlling influence over the economy and, sometimes, over the societal structure and the local government.

  8. 08

    fair game

    Actions permissible by the rules.

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