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Physical Appearance & Style

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1.
[have] (got|) it going on
Phrase

to have a sexually attractive appearance

By next month, she'll have got it going on even more, enhancing her natural beauty and radiating confidence.

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the [belle] of the ball
Phrase

the most attractive or popular woman at a party, dance, or any other social event

Last night, she was the belle of the ball, enchanting everyone with her stunning gown and captivating smile.

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[look|feel] (like|) a million dollars
Phrase

to look very attractive, well-dressed, and stylish, as if one had spent a lot of money on their appearance

He feels a million dollars as he walks down the street, receiving compliments on his stylish appearance.

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[turn] {one's} head
Phrase

to have an influence on how someone behaves, particularly by making them seem too important or proud

The praise and recognition turned his head, leading him to adopt an attitude of superiority and self-importance.

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5.
(as|) brown as a berry
Phrase

used to describe someone who has tanned skin, due to prolonged exposure to the sunlight

After a week of camping under the clear skies, swimming in the lake, and enjoying outdoor activities, he was brown as a berry, his skin bronzed from the sun's warm embrace.

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6.
a hair out of place
Phrase

an appearance that is not perfectly organized, neat, and tidy

He always ensures that his outfit is impeccable, never a hair out of place.

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7.
crowning glory
Noun

a thing that is considered someone's or something's greatest achievement

Her latest novel is her crowning glory, receiving widespread critical acclaim and topping the bestseller lists.

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8.
carrot top
Noun

a person whose hair has a color between red and brown

The actress, known for her carrot top, rose to fame in the entertainment industry and left a lasting impression on audiences.

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9.
bad hair day
Phrase

a day on which one feels unattractive, particularly due to one's hair not looking as well as it should

During the event last week, he had a bad hair day and regretted not scheduling a salon appointment beforehand.

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let go
10.
let go
Verb

to release one's grip on something

He reluctantly let go of the balloon, watching it float away into the sky.

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11.
wild and woolly
Phrase

(of behavior) not in accordance with law and order and free from control

The city's nightlife can get wild and woolly, with people engaging in reckless behavior and disregarding rules.

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12.
[look|feel] like something the cat [bring|drag] in
Phrase

to look very disorganized and untidy

He looks like something the cat brought in with his disheveled hair and dirty clothes.

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