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(something) shouldn't happen to a dog

Something is so heinous or terrible that no creature should ever have to experience it. A brutal attack like that shouldn't happen to a dog. The politician reveals many personal tragedies in her autobiography, awful things that shouldn't happen to a dog.

I shouldn't wonder

I imagine or am confident that something is the case. Often followed by an "if..." statement, which uses a negative verb. Is this senator for real, talking about people spending money on things they don't need? He probably has four houses, I shouldn't wonder. I'm no economic expert, but I shouldn't wonder if establishing a basic income for all citizens wouldn't be a huge boost to the entire economy.

not stand on ceremony

To not observe or hold strictly to protocol or formalities. Hello, ladies and gentlemen. Time is of the essence, so let's get started right away and not stand on ceremony. Please, don't stand on ceremony on my behalf—keep eating!

not think of (doing something)

1. To not conceive of the idea of doing something. Ah, I didn't think of restarting the computer to fix the issue. I'll try that now. When I asked him why he didn't just use his spare key, he said he just hadn't thought of doing that.

2. To refuse to consider doing something. I wouldn't think of getting a tattoo like that on my neck! We won't think of agreeing to a deal that is so ethically questionable.

3. To not remember to do something. Sorry, I didn't think of getting milk while I was at the store.

People (who live) in glass houses shouldn't throw stones.

proverb People who are vulnerable to criticism should not criticize others, especially not for the faults that they themselves have (since such criticism will likely be returned). He's been hounding his opponent for dodging taxes, when it's public knowledge that he still owes the IRS for years of tax delinquency. People in glass houses shouldn't throw stones! A: "She just spends her time complaining about other people. It's so shallow and annoying!" B: "Now, now—people who live in glass houses shouldn't throw stones."

those who live in glass houses shouldn't throw stones

proverb People who are vulnerable to criticism should not criticize others, especially not for the faults that they themselves have (since such criticism will likely be returned). He's been hounding his opponent for dodging taxes, when it's public knowledge that he still owes the IRS for years of tax delinquency. Those who live in glass houses shouldn't throw stones! A: "She just spends her time complaining about other people. It's so shallow and annoying!" B: "Now, now—those who live in glass houses shouldn't throw stones."

See also: glass, house, live, stone, those, throw, who

you shouldn't have

A message of thanks for a (usually unexpected) gift. Can be used sincerely or sarcastically. You got me a present? Aww, you shouldn't have! More files to copy? Thanks, you shouldn't have.

you shouldn't speak ill of the dead

It is immoral or objectionable to say malicious or defamatory things about someone who has passed away. A: "Ah, Tom was just a selfish old bigot." B: "Mary! You shouldn't speak ill of the dead!" You say we shouldn't speak ill of the dead, but we shouldn't forget the misdeeds of those who were once in power, either, lest history repeats itself.

People who live in glass houses shouldn't throw stones.

Prov. You should not criticize other people for having the same faults that you yourself have. Jill: Richard sure was drinking a lot at the office party. Jane: I noticed you had quite a few cocktails yourself. People who live in glass houses shouldn't throw stones.

See also: glass, house, live, people, stone, throw, who

shouldn't happen to a dog

Fig. an expression of something that is so bad that no creature deserves it. Poor guy. That shouldn't happen to a dog. This cold I got shouldn't happen to a dog.

people who live in glass houses shouldn't throw stones

One who is open to criticism should not criticize others, as in It's stupid of Mike to mention his opponent's accepting donations from lobbyists-people who live in glass houses! This proverb is so well known that it is often shortened. [Late 1300s] Also see pot calling the kettle black.

See also: glass, house, live, people, stone, throw, who

The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.

not stand on ceremony

If you do not stand on ceremony, you act in a relaxed and informal way with someone. Do call me Amelia, dear. We don't stand on ceremony in this family.

people who live in glass houses shouldn't throw stones

people in glass houses shouldn't throw stones

If you say people who live in glass houses shouldn't throw stones, you mean that people should not criticize others for faults that they themselves have. When will they learn? People in glass houses really shouldn't throw stones.

See also: glass, house, live, people, stone, throw, who

Collins COBUILD Idioms Dictionary, 3rd ed.

people (who live) in glass ˌhouses shouldn’t throw ˈstones

(saying) you should not criticize other people for faults that you have yourself: ‘He said you weren’t entirely honest in business.’ ‘Oh, did he? Well tell him from me that people who live in glass houses shouldn’t throw stones. He’ll know what I mean.’

See also: glass, house, people, stone, throw

I ˌshouldn’t ˈwonder (if ...)

(informal) I would not be surprised to find out (that ...): It’s paid for with stolen money, I shouldn’t wonder.

shouldn’t happen to a dog

in. describes something that is so bad that no creature deserves it. This cold I got shouldn’t happen to a dog.

people who live in glass houses shouldn't throw stones

Those who themselves are open to criticism or vulnerable to attack should not attack others. This proverb dates from the time of Chaucer, who used a version of it in Troilus and Criseyde (ca. 1374). George Herbert wrote: “Whose house is of glass, From cast of stones must not throw stones at another” (Jacula Prudentum, 1640). See also pot calling the kettle black.

See also: glass, house, live, people, stone, throw, who

The Dictionary of Clichés by Christine Ammer

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- Bryony Mullins, 25 "I don't think e-cigarettes do any harm, so they shouldn' t be banned.

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The smokescreen about anti-social behaviour and urinating in the adjoining alley is indicative of any city centre with a nightlife - it shouldn''t be condoned in any way but with a total lack of public toilets and pubs charging to get in at this time of year, in practical terms where do we expect people to ''go''?

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PRISONERS "damn well shouldn''t" be given the right to vote David Cameron said as he called for the European Court of Human Rights to have its wings clipped.

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As her grieving daughter Paris remains under psychiatric care after trying to commit suicide, shouldn''t Rowe be concentrating on saving her life rather than promoting the taking of yet another.

A matter of life and death

She says: "It has been brilliant to prove fashion shouldn''t have size limitations.

The life of Riley

Although this is a great idea, she shouldn''t really have to go to these lengths to keep her children safe, drivers need to be more careful and the council more responsible.

Online views

I want the best person for the Job irrespective of gender and other personal characteristics." Francesca said: This shouldn''t be allowed, the cabinet is not a proper representation of the people it seeks to represent, this is just an abhorrent example of jobs for the boys.

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Ultimate Emergency Bikers Channel 5, 8pm Plenty of us are quick to label them deathtraps that shouldn''t be allowed on the road, but for a grateful many, motorbikes have saved lives.

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"We shouldn t wait until a so-called overhaul or a comprehensive revision -- something major that would take a long time -- is prepared.

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Congress shouldn t rush to judgment based on politics, the ad says.

United States : Industry groups oppose increase in ethanol in gasoline

He has any amount in hand on official ratings and the penalty shouldn' t impact on his performance.

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WE MAY BE SMALL, BURROWING MEMBERS OF THE MONGOOSE FAMILY, JOHNSON, BUT THAT DOESNT MEAN WE SHOULDN T PRODUCE PITHY FOREIGN POLICY ANALYSIS!

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释义	shouldn (something) shouldn't happen to a dog Something is so heinous or terrible that no creature should ever have to experience it. A brutal attack like that shouldn't happen to a dog. The politician reveals many personal tragedies in her autobiography, awful things that shouldn't happen to a dog. See also: dog, happen I shouldn't wonder I imagine or am confident that something is the case. Often followed by an "if..." statement, which uses a negative verb. Is this senator for real, talking about people spending money on things they don't need? He probably has four houses, I shouldn't wonder. I'm no economic expert, but I shouldn't wonder if establishing a basic income for all citizens wouldn't be a huge boost to the entire economy. See also: wonder not stand on ceremony To not observe or hold strictly to protocol or formalities. Hello, ladies and gentlemen. Time is of the essence, so let's get started right away and not stand on ceremony. Please, don't stand on ceremony on my behalf—keep eating! See also: ceremony, not, on, stand not think of (doing something) 1. To not conceive of the idea of doing something. Ah, I didn't think of restarting the computer to fix the issue. I'll try that now. When I asked him why he didn't just use his spare key, he said he just hadn't thought of doing that. 2. To refuse to consider doing something. I wouldn't think of getting a tattoo like that on my neck! We won't think of agreeing to a deal that is so ethically questionable. 3. To not remember to do something. Sorry, I didn't think of getting milk while I was at the store. See also: not, of, think People (who live) in glass houses shouldn't throw stones. proverb People who are vulnerable to criticism should not criticize others, especially not for the faults that they themselves have (since such criticism will likely be returned). He's been hounding his opponent for dodging taxes, when it's public knowledge that he still owes the IRS for years of tax delinquency. People in glass houses shouldn't throw stones! A: "She just spends her time complaining about other people. It's so shallow and annoying!" B: "Now, now—people who live in glass houses shouldn't throw stones." See also: glass, house, people, throw those who live in glass houses shouldn't throw stones proverb People who are vulnerable to criticism should not criticize others, especially not for the faults that they themselves have (since such criticism will likely be returned). He's been hounding his opponent for dodging taxes, when it's public knowledge that he still owes the IRS for years of tax delinquency. Those who live in glass houses shouldn't throw stones! A: "She just spends her time complaining about other people. It's so shallow and annoying!" B: "Now, now—those who live in glass houses shouldn't throw stones." See also: glass, house, live, stone, those, throw, who you shouldn't have A message of thanks for a (usually unexpected) gift. Can be used sincerely or sarcastically. You got me a present? Aww, you shouldn't have! More files to copy? Thanks, you shouldn't have. See also: have you shouldn't speak ill of the dead It is immoral or objectionable to say malicious or defamatory things about someone who has passed away. A: "Ah, Tom was just a selfish old bigot." B: "Mary! You shouldn't speak ill of the dead!" You say we shouldn't speak ill of the dead, but we shouldn't forget the misdeeds of those who were once in power, either, lest history repeats itself. See also: dead, ill, of, speak Farlex Dictionary of Idioms. People who live in glass houses shouldn't throw stones. Prov. You should not criticize other people for having the same faults that you yourself have. Jill: Richard sure was drinking a lot at the office party. Jane: I noticed you had quite a few cocktails yourself. People who live in glass houses shouldn't throw stones. See also: glass, house, live, people, stone, throw, who shouldn't happen to a dog Fig. an expression of something that is so bad that no creature deserves it. Poor guy. That shouldn't happen to a dog. This cold I got shouldn't happen to a dog. See also: dog, happen McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs. people who live in glass houses shouldn't throw stones One who is open to criticism should not criticize others, as in It's stupid of Mike to mention his opponent's accepting donations from lobbyists-people who live in glass houses! This proverb is so well known that it is often shortened. [Late 1300s] Also see pot calling the kettle black. See also: glass, house, live, people, stone, throw, who The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer. not stand on ceremony If you do not stand on ceremony, you act in a relaxed and informal way with someone. Do call me Amelia, dear. We don't stand on ceremony in this family. See also: ceremony, not, on, stand people who live in glass houses shouldn't throw stones or people in glass houses shouldn't throw stones If you say people who live in glass houses shouldn't throw stones, you mean that people should not criticize others for faults that they themselves have. When will they learn? People in glass houses really shouldn't throw stones. See also: glass, house, live, people, stone, throw, who Collins COBUILD Idioms Dictionary, 3rd ed. people (who live) in glass ˌhouses shouldn’t throw ˈstones (saying) you should not criticize other people for faults that you have yourself: ‘He said you weren’t entirely honest in business.’ ‘Oh, did he? Well tell him from me that people who live in glass houses shouldn’t throw stones. He’ll know what I mean.’ See also: glass, house, people, stone, throw I ˌshouldn’t ˈwonder (if ...) (informal) I would not be surprised to find out (that ...): It’s paid for with stolen money, I shouldn’t wonder. See also: wonder Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary shouldn’t happen to a dog in. describes something that is so bad that no creature deserves it. This cold I got shouldn’t happen to a dog. See also: dog, happen McGraw-Hill's Dictionary of American Slang and Colloquial Expressions people who live in glass houses shouldn't throw stones Those who themselves are open to criticism or vulnerable to attack should not attack others. This proverb dates from the time of Chaucer, who used a version of it in Troilus and Criseyde (ca. 1374). George Herbert wrote: “Whose house is of glass, From cast of stones must not throw stones at another” (Jacula Prudentum, 1640). See also pot calling the kettle black. See also: glass, house, live, people, stone, throw, who The Dictionary of Clichés by Christine Ammer See also: shouldn’t happen to a dog shouldn't happen to a dog (something) shouldn't happen to a dog heinous whale into whale into (someone or something) whale into someone/something whaling whale away whale away at (someone or something) References in periodicals archive He accused KIU for holding an inactive stance regarding Parliament?s session, saying that political blocs shouldn?t have discussed the issue of Kurdistan President post in the absence of other blocs, including the KDP. KIU Prominent Leader Resigns "Of course, there is the very positive economic spin-off, but you shouldn''t underestimate the public relations aspect of this event - it''s the biggest event ever in Nato''s history and will be broadcast all over the world." Nato summit benefits Wales - Bryony Mullins, 25 "I don't think e-cigarettes do any harm, so they shouldn' t be banned. SHOULD E-CIGARETTES BE BANNED FOR THE UNDER-18S? The smokescreen about anti-social behaviour and urinating in the adjoining alley is indicative of any city centre with a nightlife - it shouldn''t be condoned in any way but with a total lack of public toilets and pubs charging to get in at this time of year, in practical terms where do we expect people to ''go''? Shop war no surprise; You Say Email:letters@liverpoolecho.co.uk PRISONERS "damn well shouldn''t" be given the right to vote David Cameron said as he called for the European Court of Human Rights to have its wings clipped. PM in 'no vote' pledge As her grieving daughter Paris remains under psychiatric care after trying to commit suicide, shouldn''t Rowe be concentrating on saving her life rather than promoting the taking of yet another. A matter of life and death She says: "It has been brilliant to prove fashion shouldn''t have size limitations. The life of Riley Although this is a great idea, she shouldn''t really have to go to these lengths to keep her children safe, drivers need to be more careful and the council more responsible. Online views I want the best person for the Job irrespective of gender and other personal characteristics." Francesca said: This shouldn''t be allowed, the cabinet is not a proper representation of the people it seeks to represent, this is just an abhorrent example of jobs for the boys. reader FEEDBACK Ultimate Emergency Bikers Channel 5, 8pm Plenty of us are quick to label them deathtraps that shouldn''t be allowed on the road, but for a grateful many, motorbikes have saved lives. Pick of the day "We shouldn t wait until a so-called overhaul or a comprehensive revision -- something major that would take a long time -- is prepared. Japan orders immediate safety steps for nuclear plants Congress shouldn t rush to judgment based on politics, the ad says. United States : Industry groups oppose increase in ethanol in gasoline He has any amount in hand on official ratings and the penalty shouldn' t impact on his performance. BANKERS OR BLOWOUTS? WE MAY BE SMALL, BURROWING MEMBERS OF THE MONGOOSE FAMILY, JOHNSON, BUT THAT DOESNT MEAN WE SHOULDN T PRODUCE PITHY FOREIGN POLICY ANALYSIS! Diplo the magnificent's amazing predictions for 2010!
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