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Pick up the pieces !!!
Helga Have you seen the reports on TV from the countries affected by the tsunami disaster ?
Rory Yes, many of the survivors seemed to be absolutely stunned by the disaster.
Helga Well, many of them had lost almost their whole family.
Rory I know. If that had happened to me, I don't know what I would have done.
Helga Nor me. It must be very difficult for them to try to pick up the pieces after such a catastrophe.
Rory Still, I hope the international help that's coming in will help them to rebuild their shattered lives.
Explanation :
 
Pick up the pieces - Restore matters to normal
 
Example :  The fire was a blow, but we were determined to pick up the pieces and get the business back on its feet.
 
 

 

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We slept through our alarm

Things look pretty pricey

These things are name brands

All messed up

You'll see the light

Have a one-track mind

Put you out

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Keep up with

I'm beat

Get a load of that

Brain freeze

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It seems to be catching on

I'm up for that

I'll pass

 

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