buffet flat n.— «The “buffet flat” is thus termed because it is possible to buy all kinds of liquor in these places at all hours—and for all prices.» —“It Takes an Out-of-Town Minister Really to See Chicago...
tent pole n.— «As the only major industry in town, it is the tent pole of Stratford’s economy.» —“As Stratford’s World Turns” by Gina Mallet Globe and Mail (Toronto, Can.) Mar. 27, 1986. (source: Double...
rock v.— «Rauls testified that mentions of “rocking” and white powder referred to converting cocaine into its rock form of crack.» —“Buckner to remain free on bail bond” by Mandy M. Goodnight Town...
IDP n.— «There’s 30 to 40,000 internally displaced in Battambang—it’s the largest IDP (internally displaced people) problem since 1989.» —“Cambodian fighting closes in on key northwestern town” by Mark...