Phrase guide
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verb
To follow a philosophy, during World War II, of repairing clothes etc that would normally be discarded due to shortages and rationing.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: UK
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verb
Generally, to repair and reuse.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: UK, idiomatic
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verb
To make the best of a situation.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: UK, idiomatic
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History
From the title of a booklet issued by the UK Ministry of Information.
