persimmon

be a huckleberry above (one's) persimmon

dated To be somewhat or slightly beyond one's abilities or talents. Primarily heard in US. I'd like to help you fellas out, but I'm afraid herding cattle is a huckleberry above my persimmon.
See also: above, huckleberry, persimmon

be a huckleberry above a persimmon

dated To be better than average among similar things. Primarily heard in US. I reckon that horse of yours is a huckleberry above a persimmon, but you've got to know how to ride it for it to be of any use to you.
See also: above, huckleberry, persimmon

be a huckleberry over (one's) persimmon

dated To be somewhat or slightly beyond one's abilities or talents. Primarily heard in US. I'd like to help you fellas out, but I'm afraid herding cattle is a huckleberry over my persimmon.
See also: huckleberry, over, persimmon

bet a huckleberry to a persimmon

dated To wager or reckon a very small amount (usually used in the negative). Primarily heard in US. I wouldn't bet a huckleberry to a persimmon that we'll see any share of that money.
See also: bet, huckleberry, persimmon

huckleberry above (one's) persimmon

dated Somewhat or slightly beyond one's abilities or talents. Primarily heard in US. I'd like to help you fellas out, but I'm afraid herding cattle is a huckleberry above my persimmon
See also: above, huckleberry, persimmon

huckleberry above a persimmon

dated Better than average among similar things. Primarily heard in US. I reckon that horse of yours is a huckleberry above a persimmon, but you've got to know how to ride it for it to be of any use to you.
See also: above, huckleberry, persimmon

the longest pole knocks the persimmon

Success comes easily to those who have the best resources or means to obtain it. Primarily heard in US. Of course the daughter of a millionaire would get into that prestigious school. The longest pole knocks the persimmon, after all.
See also: knock, long, persimmon, pole
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • be a huckleberry above (one's) persimmon
  • be a huckleberry over (one's) persimmon
  • huckleberry above (one's) persimmon
  • in deep water
  • in deep water(s)
  • find (one's) bearings
  • find/get your bearings
  • one's bearings
  • (one's) bearings
  • get in(to) deep water
References in periodicals archive
Scientific name: Diospyros virginiana Persimmon is a multi-trunked or single-stemmed deciduous tree, which grows up to 25 ft.
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Steven Hird, managing director of Persimmon Homes West Midlands, said: "In total, Persimmon Homes had more than 3,500 nominations for the competition, so for St Basils to make the final was a brilliant achievement."
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Headquartered in Kent, Hillreed Homes focuses on family housing, which complements the buyer's Persimmon, Charles Church and Westbury Partnerships brands, the CEO added.
Persimmon gets Hillreed Homes for GBP35.7m
Branches of persimmon cultivar 'Fuyu' exhibiting cankers were collected from Santa Catarina and Parana for isolation of putative pathogen(s).
First report of Pestalotiopsis diospyri causing canker on persimmon trees/Primeira ocorrencia de Pestalotiopsis diospyri causando cancros em caquizeiros
These sepals are green in the spring and enfold the developing persimmon flower.
Ripe persimmons are superb: unripe, not so much
The lives of Persimmon and Epiphany intersect in a dramatic moment for Persimmon when she realises she is 'worthwhile'.
Golds, Cassandra: The Three Loves of Persimmon
Since then, Persimmon said sales have been in line with its expectations.
PERSIMMON SEES 26% SALES JUMP
Persimmon will be creating areas of open space with a bowling green for residents to enjoy.
Be part of the renaissance
You don't need permission to indulge in a persimmon.
Perfection
The severe downturn in the housing market last year led Persimmon to focus on keeping costs to a minimum and conserving cash.
Persimmon reports Au780 million loss
Stripping out the exceptional items totalling pounds 904.8m, York-based Persimmon made underlying profits of pounds 126.6m, down 78% on a year earlier.
Persimmon hit by pounds 780m loss; IN ASSOCIATION WITH Rensburg Sheppards Housebuilder warns of tough 2009 trading
The job losses are among a wave of cutbacks by Persimmon, who announced in July 100 lay-offs - marking a fi fth of its workforce across the UK.
30 jobs go through home market crisis; CREDIT CRUNCH: Fears for the future of city Space4 factory
The type of persimmon tree I found is officially known as Diospyrus virginiana, or native persimmon.
Pucker up for persimmons! Pattie Baker shares her shocking introduction to the tangy fruit and how you can grow and enjoy your own
SALAD Toss together halved and thinly sliced Fuyu persimmons, sliced avocados, romaine, crumbled cotija cheese, and a vinaigrette of lime juice and extra-virgin olive oil, with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
In season: persimmons
PERSIMMON Homes North East has seen its parent company record soaring profits.
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