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do something by the seat of one's pants

Meaning: To accomplish something by luck and instinct rather than skill.

Language: English

Literally: (Already vivid in English)

Category: Daily Life

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  • call someone on the carpet — To confront or hold someone responsible for some misdeed.
  • call someone's bluff — To challenge someone to carry out a threat or prove the truth of a statement.
  • call a spade a spade — To speak plainly or call something by its right name, even if it is unpleasant.
  • call the shots — To be in control or to give orders.
  • open a can of worms — A situation that contains many unexpected and unwanted problems and consequences.
  • carry a torch for someone — To be in love with someone, usually someone who does not love in return.

More English idioms

  • carry the ball — To take on work or responsibility in order to keep a project moving forward.
  • cast pearls before swine — To offer something to someone who cannot appreciate it.
  • catch someone red-handed — To catch someone in the act of committing some offense.
  • catch someone's fancy — To appeal to someone.
  • change horses in midstream — To change plans or leaders in the middle of some action or event.
  • lead a charmed life — To be lucky or avoid danger.

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