by the yard
by the yard
In large quantities. Although this definition is broad, a "yard," when used as a unit of measure, equals three feet. I worry that our candidate's controversial comments will inspire articles by the yard.
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Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
by the yard
in large numbers or quantities. 2002 Guardian Culture became a commodity: painters sold landscapes cut up by the foot for home decoration; booksellers offered books by the yard; publishers traded copyrights.
See also: by, yard
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
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