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Kill two birds with one stone
To accomplish two things with one action.
Throw oneself on the mercy of the court
To plead for leniency or forgiveness in a legal situation.
Bridge the generation gap
To reduce or eliminate differences between age groups.
The law of the jungle
A situation where only the strongest survive; no rules or order.
Rob Peter to pay Paul
To solve one problem by creating another, especially financially.
Make a killing on something
To earn a large profit quickly and easily.
Charity begins at home
One should take care of their own family or close ones before helping others.
Prison term
A sentence of imprisonment.
Probation
A court-ordered period of supervision in the community.
Court warning
A formal notice by the court about a potential consequence of behavior.
Parole
Early release from imprisonment, subject to supervision.
Capital punishment
The legally authorized killing of someone as punishment for a crime.
Community service
Work performed for the benefit of the community as a punishment.
Fine
A monetary penalty imposed as punishment for an offense.