sticks and stones
idiomEllipsis of sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.
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see what sticks
To test multiple tactics at once in order to attain a particular result.
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sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me
A response to taunting proclaiming the speaker's indifference.
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the nail that sticks out gets hammered down
Those who are too different or conspicuous get criticized or sanctioned by others.
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throw stones
To insult or criticize someone or something.
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throw stones in a glass house
To criticize others when one has similar weaknesses oneself.
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throw things at the wall and see what sticks
To experiment in a haphazard or random manner with the hope that some amount of success may be achieved.