Hobson's choice -Idioms

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Hobson's choice

the choice between taking what is offered or getting nothing at all (Hobson owned a stable in the 17th century in England and always offered his customers the horse nearest the door)

The customer's were given Hobson's choice. They could buy a car of any color but only if it was black

hold (someone's) attention

hold (someone) down or hold down (someone)

hold (someone) hostage

hold (someone) in high regard

hold (something) against (someone)

hold (something) back or hold back (something)

hold a candle to (someone or something)

hold a grudge against (someone)

hold a meeting

hold all the aces

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(one's) hair stands on end

by the week

down on one's luck

one in a thousand/hundred/million

put down (someone) or put (someone) down

all day long

make peace with (someone)

pins and needles

have the right to do something

ahead of one's time

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