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11. I have heard "on one's toes" but not the other.

Sat Jul 20, 2013, 12:38 AM

Jul 2013

Thanks for the detailed explanation. That's a really interesting expression; I think I shall use it.

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Norquist and Connie Mack were NOT happy guests on Real Time tonight. [View all] Atman Jul 2013 OP

I know but watching them squeal is great KaryninMiami Jul 2013 #2

Agreed. Grover makes me gag. KaryninMiami Jul 2013 #4

You are right - Connie Mack = Joe Scarborough. Marie Marie Jul 2013 #5

Off topic: What does "flat footed" mean in your comment? Behind the Aegis Jul 2013 #7

Standing flatfooted leaves a person unable to move quickly tblue37 Jul 2013 #8

I have heard "on one's toes" but not the other. Behind the Aegis Jul 2013 #11

Thanks. I would have had a hard time explaining it. Hoyt Jul 2013 #12

It was a good show. I originally groaned avebury Jul 2013 #10

Rula Jebreal. I think I'm in love with her. Bette Noir Jul 2013 #14

Thanks for the tip. I will have to catch it. nt silvershadow Jul 2013 #13

Glad to hear it. Enthusiast Jul 2013 #15