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play fast and loose

idiom

To ignore proper behavior or social conventions, especially when it suits one's purpose.


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  1. 01

    all bedlam breaks loose

    The situation becomes chaotic or characterized by conflict or rage.

  2. 02

    all hell breaks loose

    The situation becomes chaotic or characterized by conflict or rage.

  3. 03

    cast loose

    To unfasten, loosen, or set free.

  4. 04

    child's play

    Something particularly easy or simple.

  5. 05

    come thick and fast

    To arrive rapidly in large groups.

  6. 06

    cut loose

    To loosen or set free someone or something.

  7. 07

    cut one loose

    To flatulate; to fart.

  8. 08

    cut someone loose

    To let someone go from something, such as a position, relationship, or obligation.

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