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piss and vinegar

noun

Definitions

  1. Exuberance or enthusiasm, especially to an excessive degree

    Exuberance or enthusiasm, especially to an excessive degree; bravado; youthful energy.

    • "I know what's a matter. Young fella, all full a piss an' vinegar. Wanta be a hell of a guy all the time."
    • Everyone wants that: the vigor, fire, piss and vinegar. You really believe that you're taking on the world.

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Vish — recursive loop

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