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preferably

to have what it takes

kitchenette

civic sense

in broad outline

to put in an appearance

schedule, pace

to stand out

to bust a gut

presence of mind

to be scorching hot

I owe you one
starting from

blackcurrant

to weigh one's words

personal space

key to interpretation

to get to the heart of

cross-country skiing

strike while the iron is hot

dining car

to nitpick; scrutinize

at first glance; right off
pardon my French

walk on eggshells
juvenile delinquency

give someone a piece of one's mind

wedding; marriage

custard tart with pine nuts

secondary school

safety pin

too much of a good thing

nobility of spirit
exception that proves the rule

to tread the boards

to move heaven and earth

primary school

to state the obvious

permanently

to take to the streets

advisedly

to sing someone's praises

pedestrian crossing

to rain cats and dogs
chastity belt

to hold to account

rare bird

to stop off