think tank
idiomA group of people who collectively perform research and develop reports and recommendations on topics relating to strategic planning or public policy, and which is usually funded by corporate, government, or special interests.
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come to think of it
By the way; now that I think about it; indicates something brought to mind.
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empty the tank
To make the utmost effort; to contribute to the absolute limit of one's energy and abilities.
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give someone something to think about
To threaten or provide a challenge to.
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have another think coming
To be deluded, to be mistaken; to need to rethink something one has determined; to need to reconsider one's plans or expectations.
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lie back and think of England
Synonym of close one's eyes and think of England: to accept unwanted sex due to social pressures.
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shut one's eyes and think of England
Alternative form of close one's eyes and think of England: to accept unwanted sex due to social pressures.
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think aloud
To utter one's thoughts.
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think back
To think about a time or experience; to recall.