spare

Related to spare: Spare parts, Hot spare

spare (one) (something)

To not force one to listen to or engage in something, especially that which is tedious, dull, or unpleasant. I can see that you understand what you did wrong, so I'll spare you a lecture about it. Spare us the lurid details, James.

spare someone something

to exempt someone from having to listen to or experience something. I'll spare you the details and get to the point. Please, spare me the story and tell me what you want.

McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.

See:

a spare prick at a wedding
a spare tyre
and (something) to spare
and to spare
be going spare
be like a spare prick at a wedding
don't spare the horses
enough and some to spare
enough and to spare
go spare
have (something) to spare
have to spare
home, James(, and don't spare the horses)
in (one's) spare time
in spare time
like a spare prick at a wedding
no expense is spared
not a moment to spare
save (one's) blushes
save/spare somebody's blushes
spare
spare (one) (something)
spare (one's) feelings
spare (someone's) blushes
spare at the spigot and spill at the bung
Spare me!
spare no effort to (do something)
spare no expense
spare no expense/pains/trouble doing something
spare somebody's feelings
spare someone's blushes
spare the rod and spoil the child
spare tire
spare tyre
to spare
with (something) to spare
with time to spare
without a moment to spare

References in periodicals archive

Another agent, Mike Orji who confirmed receiving the email from CMA-CGM wondered what type of hazards APM Terminal workers face while positioning loose spare parts laden containers for examination.

Agents Kick As APMT Imposes Restrictions On Spare Parts Containers

Several deactivated Hueys in PAF's aircraft boneyards may also be put back into operation with the new spare parts, according to Air Force officials.

Japan donates P2.4B worth of spare parts for PAF 'Hueys'

Finance has a vital impact on the performance of the health system.6 The cost of spare parts in the financial management of medical devices plays an important role in operating costs of new technology.7 While total maintenance costs of medical devices are calculated, labor and spare parts costs must be included as well.8 Selection of the optimal spare parts and consumables in the medical device sector, where many companies are present for various brands, is important in terms of operating cost of the medical device.9 When evaluating this group costs, firstly, it is necessary to define what constitutes the group.

Cost analysis of medical device spare parts

Because the spare tire serves as an essential part to the reliability and safety of a road vehicle, regular maintenance is crucial to efficient performance of the spare tire.

A statistical study of tire pressures on road going vehicles

He said it is the group intend to supply quality spare parts so that the users should have full confidence that they are get best spare parts with they buy ISH spare parts.

ISH Group motorcycle spare parts dealers, distributors convention

And it's not just the rubber that's missing in some cars - 10% (2.9 million) of drivers who do carry a spare say they don't have the necessary tools in their car to change it over should a tyre blow, and 36% (11.6 million) have the tools but admit they don't know how to use them; 6% (1.8 million) are short on both fronts and have neither the equipment nor knowledge to get a new wheel on.

DRIVE TALK Spare Tyres

Speaking to reporters at a press conference, Behzad Zahiri, the CEO of IKCO Sales and After-Sales Service Company (ISACO) elaborated on the company's plans and programs for this year, emphasizing customer satisfaction, increasing spare parts market share, broadening international markets and domestic sourcing of the network needs.

Iran's Leading Carmaker Downplays Sanctions

Between 9pm on January 12, and 8am on January 16, the offenders stole four spare wheels from different vans parked in separate Gateshead streets.

Thieves steal tyres in raids on vans

Spare us the emotion of the choked-up lawnmower champing at resurgent

Spare Us

These vehicle owners allege that agencies selling original parts of vehicles are charging higher than the stipulated rates for the spare parts.

'Spiralling' spare part prices irk consumers in Oman

"Spare Key Minnesota has provided assistance to almost 1,300 Minnesota homeowners with critically ill or seriously injured children by making a mortgage payment on the family's behalf, allowing them to spend time with their child," Stevens said.

MBA launches national non-profit platform for philanthropic ventures

Also present were business owners and representatives of auto spare parts stores and shops from Sharjah.

Sharjah Chamber urges local auto spare parts retail sector to develop stronger consumer ties to boost sales

Replacing a flat tire on your M939-series truck gets a whole lot harder if the spare tire is missing.

Rein in runaway tire

Hormel Foods has taken a step into the chilled cooked meats sector with the launch of Spam[R] Slices, a delicious new product in the Spare Chopped Pork and Ham range.

Back to the future with Spam

CAR thieves are looking for rich pickings in Solihull by preying on owners of 4x4s to snatch the spare wheels.

4x4s are targeted in spate of thefts; CRIME: Police warning after spare wheels of large cars stolen

词组	spare
释义	spare Related to spare: Spare parts, Hot spare spare (one) (something) To not force one to listen to or engage in something, especially that which is tedious, dull, or unpleasant. I can see that you understand what you did wrong, so I'll spare you a lecture about it. Spare us the lurid details, James. See also: spare Farlex Dictionary of Idioms. spare someone something to exempt someone from having to listen to or experience something. I'll spare you the details and get to the point. Please, spare me the story and tell me what you want. McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs. See: a spare prick at a wedding a spare tyre and (something) to spare and to spare be going spare be like a spare prick at a wedding don't spare the horses enough and some to spare enough and to spare go spare have (something) to spare have to spare home, James(, and don't spare the horses) in (one's) spare time in spare time like a spare prick at a wedding no expense is spared not a moment to spare save (one's) blushes save/spare somebody's blushes spare spare (one) (something) spare (one's) feelings spare (someone's) blushes spare at the spigot and spill at the bung Spare me! spare no effort to (do something) spare no expense spare no expense/pains/trouble doing something spare somebody's feelings spare someone's blushes spare the rod and spoil the child spare tire spare tyre to spare with (something) to spare with time to spare without a moment to spare References in periodicals archive Another agent, Mike Orji who confirmed receiving the email from CMA-CGM wondered what type of hazards APM Terminal workers face while positioning loose spare parts laden containers for examination. Agents Kick As APMT Imposes Restrictions On Spare Parts Containers Several deactivated Hueys in PAF's aircraft boneyards may also be put back into operation with the new spare parts, according to Air Force officials. Japan donates P2.4B worth of spare parts for PAF 'Hueys' Finance has a vital impact on the performance of the health system.6 The cost of spare parts in the financial management of medical devices plays an important role in operating costs of new technology.7 While total maintenance costs of medical devices are calculated, labor and spare parts costs must be included as well.8 Selection of the optimal spare parts and consumables in the medical device sector, where many companies are present for various brands, is important in terms of operating cost of the medical device.9 When evaluating this group costs, firstly, it is necessary to define what constitutes the group. Cost analysis of medical device spare parts Because the spare tire serves as an essential part to the reliability and safety of a road vehicle, regular maintenance is crucial to efficient performance of the spare tire. A statistical study of tire pressures on road going vehicles He said it is the group intend to supply quality spare parts so that the users should have full confidence that they are get best spare parts with they buy ISH spare parts. ISH Group motorcycle spare parts dealers, distributors convention And it's not just the rubber that's missing in some cars - 10% (2.9 million) of drivers who do carry a spare say they don't have the necessary tools in their car to change it over should a tyre blow, and 36% (11.6 million) have the tools but admit they don't know how to use them; 6% (1.8 million) are short on both fronts and have neither the equipment nor knowledge to get a new wheel on. DRIVE TALK Spare Tyres Speaking to reporters at a press conference, Behzad Zahiri, the CEO of IKCO Sales and After-Sales Service Company (ISACO) elaborated on the company's plans and programs for this year, emphasizing customer satisfaction, increasing spare parts market share, broadening international markets and domestic sourcing of the network needs. Iran's Leading Carmaker Downplays Sanctions Between 9pm on January 12, and 8am on January 16, the offenders stole four spare wheels from different vans parked in separate Gateshead streets. Thieves steal tyres in raids on vans Spare us the emotion of the choked-up lawnmower champing at resurgent Spare Us These vehicle owners allege that agencies selling original parts of vehicles are charging higher than the stipulated rates for the spare parts. 'Spiralling' spare part prices irk consumers in Oman "Spare Key Minnesota has provided assistance to almost 1,300 Minnesota homeowners with critically ill or seriously injured children by making a mortgage payment on the family's behalf, allowing them to spend time with their child," Stevens said. MBA launches national non-profit platform for philanthropic ventures Also present were business owners and representatives of auto spare parts stores and shops from Sharjah. Sharjah Chamber urges local auto spare parts retail sector to develop stronger consumer ties to boost sales Replacing a flat tire on your M939-series truck gets a whole lot harder if the spare tire is missing. Rein in runaway tire Hormel Foods has taken a step into the chilled cooked meats sector with the launch of Spam[R] Slices, a delicious new product in the Spare Chopped Pork and Ham range. Back to the future with Spam CAR thieves are looking for rich pickings in Solihull by preying on owners of 4x4s to snatch the spare wheels. 4x4s are targeted in spate of thefts; CRIME: Police warning after spare wheels of large cars stolen
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