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kiss of life
CEFR C1mouth-to-mouth resuscitation given to revive someone who is not breathing
take it or leave it
CEFR B1accept an offer exactly as presented or reject it entirely
take a dim view of
CEFR B2To judge something negatively or regard it with doubt or disapproval.
take the liberty
CEFR B2to do something without first asking permission, often as a helpful or polite initiative
when all is said and done
CEFR B2ultimately, after everything has been discussed and considered
cut and dried
CEFR C1fully settled and clear, with little room for debate or alteration
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