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Ever since we put those two plants in the garden, they have started to multiply like rabbits.

The morning commuter train was so cramped that we were all crammed in like sardines.

Sarah is the ultimate worker bee; she works diligently every single day without making a peep.

Even though Mark is the project manager, everyone knows it's the director who actually calls the shots and makes the decisions

The young actor decided to try out for the new play, hoping to impress the director at the casting call.

It didn't take long for the team to realize the new "expert" was actually an imposter and a complete liar.

Nobody believed his wild stories because he was known to be a yarn-spinner, a constant boaster, and an arrogant braggart

The pompous professor spoke to his students with an arrogant tone that annoyed everyone in the room.

He usually gives terrible advice, but his prediction about the market was correct—I guess a broken clock is right twice a day.

You can't trust a politician who speaks out of both sides of his mouth; he was clearly lying through his teeth during the interview.

The complex riddle completely befuddled the audience, leaving everyone confounded, bemused, and utterly bewildered

After the server crashed and wiped the entire database, the company's website was completely FUBAR.

It’s time to get over it and come to terms with the fact that we lost the game.

Don't listen to his big promises about making millions; he's just full of hot air.

You’ve been debating which car to buy for three months now; it's time to sht or get off the pot*.

He showed up to the formal job interview looking slovenly in a stained t-shirt and unkept hair.

My memory of what we ate for dinner last night is a little fuzzy, but I think it was pasta.

The politician maintained his common touch by greeting local workers and warmly shifting his hands to shake everyone's hand in the crowd

Young athletes often model their behavior after their favorite professionals, hoping to replicate their success.

Being a celebrity means living in a fish bowl where your entire life is under constant scrutiny; it feels like living inside a pressure cooker

I have so much paperwork to finish before Friday that I am up to my knees in work.

The new automated software allows for the obviation of manual data entry, saving us hours of time.

The children ran into the theme park with pure exuberance and unbridled enthusiasm

His reply to my text message was incredibly curt, consisting of just a single, blunt word.

She gave an emphatic nod—almost an exaggerated one—to show that she completely agreed with the plan.

I woke up this morning with a terrible sore throat and a runny nose, which quickly turned into a completely stuffy nose.

The cold hit me out of nowhere with a sudden onset of a painful headache and chills

On a clear night in the desert, you can gaze up at a myriad of stars glittering across an infinite, endless sky.

The comic book villain came up with a nefarious plot to shut down the city’s power grid, but his wicked plans were foiled just in time.

When summarizing the book, make sure to highlight the most salient points rather than getting bogged down in minor details

In the modern world, smartphones have become completely ubiquitous; their pervasive presence can be felt in almost every aspect of daily life.

The zealous young activists made a fervent plea to the city council, their fiery speech capturing everyone's attention

Operating under such adverse weather conditions proved to be highly damaging to the open-air equipment

Because she is deeply averse to public speaking, she was highly reluctant to give the keynote address

Use this heavy-duty strap to bind the cargo and secure it tightly to the roof of the vehicle.

With dark storm clouds looming on the horizon, we knew a torrential downpour was imminent.

The hiking boots are incredibly robust and sturdy, featuring a durable sole designed for rough mountain terrain.

As an exceptionally well-read scholar, he articulated his points so eloquently that the entire audience was captivated.

Having traveled to over thirty countries, he possesses a worldly perspective on global politics and culture.

Her cultivated taste in art and literature allowed her to offer an insightful critique of the new exhibition.

The doctor has to present at a conference, so the clinic will need to reschedule your appointment; can we reschedule to tomorrow instead?

My car has a flat tire; can you move things around and fit me in? There is a last-minute opening at the mechanic, so I need to move my meetings and take the car in.

I’m under watch, and you’ll have to rejig things in my absence so the department keeps running smoothly. (Note: "rejig" is a great British/Commonwealth slang term meaning to rearrange or alter something!)

Mark loves gardening and cooking just like his mother; he is truly a chip off the old block.

She was so excited about her new job that she started talking a mile a minute, barely stopping to take a breath.

After hearing about the company's terrible legal issues, I wouldn't touch their job offer with a 10-foot pole.

The newspapers printed a lot of rumors, so the mayor held a press conference to set the record straight.

I accidentally spilled water on my interviewer's desk, so we definitely started off on the wrong foot.

The project was becoming too expensive and stressful, so they finally decided to throw in the towel and quit.

The restaurant didn't look like much from the outside, but the food was incredible—you really can't judge a book by its cover.

Don't be too upset about the breakup; you're young, and there are plenty of fish in the sea.

The city council hired an agent to help us cut through the red tape and expedite our building permit so we could make the process faster.

When I saw the absolute mess they made of the kitchen, words failed me—I was completely speechless.

Instead of admitting he made a mistake, the manager tried to pass the buck to the new intern to avoid responsibility.

We need a laptop with a long battery life and a fast processor, and this model fits the bill perfectly because it meets all our criteria.

There are absolutely no mountains or hills in this region; the landscape is as flat as a pancake.

My teacher always told me to shoot for the moon and set my goals high, because even if you miss, you'll land among the stars

You can argue with him until the cows come home, but he is too stubborn to ever change his mind.

Offering free tutoring to students from low-income families helps to even the playing field in education.

Hearing that old song on the radio was a real blast from the past; it instantly gave me a wonderful sense of the past.

Between the loud construction outside and my phone constantly ringing, I haven't had not a minute's peace all day.

They had a massive argument last year, but they decided to let sleeping dogs lie and never bring up the topic again.

The surprise birthday party they threw for him was so memorable and amazing that it was truly one for the books. (Note: This idiom comes from the practice of entering record-breaking or highly unusual achievements into record books

They did a slapdash job painting the living room, leaving visible streaks and spots all over the walls. I threw together a slapdash lunch from whatever random leftovers I could find in the back of the fridge. careless, haphazard, slipshod, thrown together

I stayed outside shoveling the snow for so long without gloves that my fingers were numb.

The main highway was closed due to an accident, so we had to take an alternate route along a narrow access road that served as a relief route.

After the flood destroyed the main crossing, engineers quickly built a temporary bridge so residents could get across to another side of the river.

When our friends showed up unannounced, we threw an impromptu, completely spontaneous dinner party with whatever we had in the kitchen.

His insulting remarks during the meeting were completely beyond the pole; that kind of lawless, bad behavior won't be tolerated here.

If you keep cutting corners on your construction projects to save money, the final building will not be safe.

In this beach town, souvenir shops selling cheap sunglasses are a dime a dozen; finding socks, however, is a different story!

The teenager was caught speeding, but the policeman decided to let him off the hook with just a warning instead of a ticket.

I’ve had a terrible week, and when my computer crashed today, that was the last straw—it was truly the straw that broke the camel's back.

You’ve been staring out the window silently for ten minutes—a penny for your thoughts?

First, my car broke down in the rain, and then, to add insult to injury, a passing truck splashed muddy water all over my suit.

The traffic was awful, but I managed to catch my flight by the skin of your teeth—it was a real close call!

Mark and David both love fixing up old computers and spending all weekend gaming; I guess birds of a feather flock together.

I really don't want to tell the boss about the budget mistake, but I just need to bite the bullet, brace myself like a soldier, and do what is necessary.

A sudden computer virus combined with our main server losing power created a perfect storm where everything came together in a bad way

Getting fired from that stressful job was a blessing in disguise because it forced me to start my own successful business.

He is late with the report, but he's dealing with a family emergency, so let's cut him some slack and give him an extra day.

: I hate to burst your bubble, but the concert is completely sold out, so we can't get tickets.

It was her big graduation party, but her brother announced his engagement right before dinner and completely stole her thunder.

Don't get bent out of shape just because I borrowed your favorite pen without asking; it's not a big deal!

Have you seen his high school photos? He had a massive glow up and looks like a completely different person now.

After the actor made those offensive comments online, he was heavily affected by cancel culture and lost his starring role in the TV show.

You have no idea what you are talking about, so you need to take several seats and calm down.

The two rivals stared at each other aggressively, with one threatening, "Keep talking like that and you're going to catch these hands!"

There were tickets available yesterday, but he waited too long to buy them and completely missed the boat.

The advanced mathematics lecture was incredibly complex, but she finally wrapped her head around the new concepts

She was about to sign the employment contract, but she got cold feet at the last minute because of sudden anxiety about moving to a new city.

It's not easy to make ends meet with a big family, but somehow they manage to pay all their bills every month.

We've been working incredibly long hours, going to bed late and waking up early, burning the candle at both ends to meet the needs of the people relying on us.

Everyone at the dinner table knew about their massive argument, but nobody brought it up; their strange relationship is the ultimate elephant in the room.

The investigators searched his entire apartment and office, but they found absolutely nothing—his record was as clean as a whistle.

The old engine is running smoothly right now, so instead of trying to tinker with it and mess it up, it's best to leave well enough alone

In a fast-moving debate, you have to be quick on the draw with your arguments to counter your opponent before they finish talking.

Before investing all his money into the new startup, he waited a few weeks to see how the market reacted and know which way the wind blew.

Ever since their disagreement last Tuesday, she has given him a cold shoulder whenever they pass each other in the hallway

If my best friend needs my help, I can pack up and leave for the party or across the country at the drop of a hat without any hesitation.

My grandfather exercises every single morning and eats incredibly well; he is eighty years old but still as fit as a fiddle.

We spent three hours driving around the city looking for that hidden boutique shop, only to realize we had the wrong address—it was a total wild goose chase.

Without any training or practice, he has a snowball's chance in hell of winning the marathon tomorrow.

I felt awful and exhausted yesterday, but after getting a full nine hours of sleep, I woke up feeling as right as rain.

Even though the weather forecast predicted heavy rain, she threw caution to the wind and climbed the mountain despite the storm clouds.

A lot of people turned out to watch the parade because it turned out there was plenty of sun; however, we had to turn off the highway and turn on Main Street after 5 kilometers to find parking.

If you want to know if they have any open tables for tonight, you should inquire at the restaurant directly.

The opening ceremony is scheduled to commence promptly at 8:00 PM.

Note: As your notes beautifully point out, "along" implies a relationship between a stationary line and a moving object, or two things moving in the same direction!)