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tie up loose ends

idiom

To deal with the minor consequences of a previous action; to tidy up, finish, or complete.


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  1. 01

    all bedlam breaks loose

    The situation becomes chaotic or characterized by conflict or rage.

  2. 02

    all ends up

    Completely; totally.

  3. 03

    all hell breaks loose

    The situation becomes chaotic or characterized by conflict or rage.

  4. 04

    burn the candle at both ends

    To work hard night and day; to sleep late and wake up early; to overwork or overexert oneself.

  5. 05

    cast loose

    To unfasten, loosen, or set free.

  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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