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not on your life
Informal · CEFR B1
used to refuse a suggestion in the strongest possible terms
now or never
Neutral · CEFR B1
A moment when immediate action is necessary because the opportunity will not return.
on the fence
Neutral · CEFR B1
to be undecided or avoid choosing between two options or sides
on the spot
Informal · CEFR B1
immediately and at the place where something happens
out of the question
Neutral · CEFR B1
completely impossible or not permitted
pick and choose
Informal · CEFR B1
to select only the things you most want, being very selective
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