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make a beeline for |
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make a beeline for someone or something Fig. to head straight toward someone or something. (Alludes to the straight flight of a bee.) Billy came into the kitchen and made a beeline for the cookies. After the game, we all made a beeline for John, who was serving cold drinks. See also: make make a beeline for somebody/something to move quickly and directly towards a particular person or thing Phil arrived at about nine and made a beeline for the champagne. See also: make make a beeline for somebody/something to move quickly and directly toward someone or something When the train finally arrived, cold and weary travelers made a beeline for it. Etymology: based on the idea that a bee travels in a direct path to its hive (place where it lives) See also: make How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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As soon as the assailant heard and saw Wooden's gun, he made a beeline for the door. AGCO Corporation has agreed with Beeline Technologies to take responsibility for the assembly and distribution of Beeline's patented satellite-based autosteering systems. AGCO joined the aftermarket arena with a deal made with Beeline Technologies. |
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