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hit the sack (British, American & Australian, informal, American, informal)
to go to bed. I'm going to hit the sack - I'm exhausted.
See also: hit, sack

make hay while the sun shines

to do something while the situation or conditions are right. I've got a few hours to finish the housework before the kids come home so I might as well make hay while the sun shines.
See also: shine, sun

a roll in the hay (humorous)

sexual activity which is quick and enjoyable and does not involve serious feelings. I wouldn't sacrifice my marriage for a roll in the hay with a waitress.
See also: roll

hit the hay
to get into bed. It was time to hit the hay and drift off to sleep.
See also: hit

hit the sack

to get into bed. When I hit the sack, I read for a few minutes, then turn out the light.
See also: hit, sack

make hay

to use an opportunity to get the most benefit. Critics continue to make hay over the president's lack of self-discipline.
Usage notes: usually said about a competitive situation


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Tim Hayers, a councilman from 1977 to 1982 and mayor in 1981-82, noted that the parkland that could be lost is nearly as big as 6.
The current supply of qualified teachers is not sufficient to meet national staffing requirements, nor is the number of students entering teacher training great enough to meet projected demands (Banks, 1999; Bragg, 1998; Hayer & Watson, 1997; Hirsch, Koppich, & Knapp, 1998).
 
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