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nearest and dearestnearest and dearestThe people with whom one has the closest relationships; one's closest and move beloved family members and friends. People would much rather go home and spend time with their nearest and dearest, not hang around their co-workers at some dull office party. See also: and, dear, near Farlex Dictionary of Idioms. nearest and dearestOne's closest and fondest friends, companions, or relatives, as in It's a small gathering-we're inviting only a dozen or so of our nearest and dearest. This rhyming expression has been used ironically since the late 1500s, as well as by Shakespeare in 1 Henry IV (3:2): "Why, Harry, do I tell thee of my foes, which art my nearest and dearest enemy?" See also: and, dear, near The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer. your nearest and dearest Your nearest and dearest are your close friends and family. The English do not like to show their feelings, even to their nearest and dearest. See also: and, dear, near Collins COBUILD Idioms Dictionary, 3rd ed. your nearest and dearest your close friends and relatives.See also: and, dear, near Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary your ˌnearest and ˈdearest (informal, often humorous) your close family and friends: It must be difficult for him here, living so far away from his nearest and dearest.See also: and, dear, near Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary nearest and dearestOne’s closest and fondest companions, friends, and/ or relatives. This expression, which no doubt owes its longevity to its rhyme, is often used ironically, and has been ever since the sixteenth century. Shakespeare so used it in Henry IV, Part 1 (3.2), when King Henry tells his son, Prince Hal, “Why, Harry, do I tell thee of my foes, which art my near’st and dearest enemy? Thou that art like enough . . . to fight against me under Percy’s pay.” So did Thomas Middleton in his comedy, Anything for a Quiet Life (5.1), produced in 1615. A contemporary context might have it, “We’re having an intimate gathering—for only a hundred of our nearest and dearest.” See also: and, dear, near The Dictionary of Clichés by Christine Ammer See also:- your nearest and dearest
- along the beaten track
- (there are) too many chiefs and not enough Indians
- a couple of (people or things)
- come out for
- come out for (someone or something)
- clout
- clout list
- (Can) you dig (it)?
- anyone who is anybody
References in periodicals archive Nearest and Dearest was originally broadcast in black and white but later episodes were featured in colour. Do you remember ? - for a sell-out, end-of-pier season and in 1972 Nearest and Dearest made it to the big screen. A REAL JEWEL IN COMEDY CROWN Peter O'Mahony, Rob Kearney, Conor Murray and Rory Best were spotted by The Social Media as they boarded an Emirates flight for the United Arab Emirates for some well-deserved celebrations with their nearest and dearest. Rugby aces having a Grand time in Dubai; DMEEIR TSHEocial DMEEIR irishmirror.ie MEDIA ## SHARON MCGOWAN MIKIE O'LOUGHLIN (2008/U) Shaun of the Dead 9.00pm, ITV2 Shaun's life is going from bad to worse, and it isn't until a zombie invasion, that looks set to wipe out the whole country, that he's forced into action as he tries to save his nearest and dearest. Starring Simon Pegg and Nick Frost. FILMCHOICE Female pathologist Kay Scarpetta once again puts her own life, and those of the people she holds nearest and dearest, on the line in a battle to outwit a calculating killer, solve a major crime and save thousands from an agonising death. Chick Lit; Girls' night in What about Amy's human rights, and the rights of her nearest and dearest? David Cameron promised to scrap the Human Rights Act when he achieved power. Injustice for Amy; letters But if your nearest and dearest are still too stuffed with turkey and chocolate to think of any witticisms this year, then Harry Hill, left, is here to do it for you as he rounds up the most hilarious festive TV. HARRY HILL'S BEST OF CHRISTMAS TV BURP ITV1 Wales, 8.30pm; THREE TO SEE ON BOXING DAY THE GADGET SHOW: Christmas Special (Monday, Five, 8pm) is a must-see if you are still unsure what to buy your nearest and dearest for the festive period. WeekAhead Carers are heroes looking after their nearest and dearest. At the moment, benefit rules mean if you look after a sick parent or child, you can claim some cash - but if you work to earn more than pounds 95 per week you lose all of it. Don't push carers off benefits cliff Cowgirl Karen Hall wanted her nearest and dearest around her for her last night of freedom ( all 53 of them. Cowgirl's last stand But to be guaranteed an audience with her - and prevent a multiple pile-up on the stairs of her two-bedroom tenement flat - members of her massive clan have her nearest and dearest, is reckoned to be the UK's greatest grandmother to make appointments to visit. Supermother's day: Mum of 17 and Gran to 105 has to ration visits The response from nearest and dearest has been absolutely underwhelming. You're such good friends When your travails are over, could you perhaps refrain from calling your nearest and dearest who supported you through it ``your rock''. David Banks' column: No more rock .. WHILE some of us are still smarting over the amount we spent on our nearest and dearest this Christmas, hundreds of people rushed back to the shops to part with yet more cash in the winter sales. Leading Article: The cost of Christmas There is little doubt that Brian Clemenson's dog has the necessary pace to win a Derby, although even his nearest and dearest will probably concede that trackcraft is not his strong point. Make a Crack-ing buy |