do one's best

task one's mind

consider something as it stands

fight for the survival and salvation of the nation

a handout

when a man gets to the top, all his friends and relations get there with him

do something seriously after starting it as a joke

be full of learning

abuse the public's trust

crises(showdown)

at the top of one's bent(try one's best)

hate the wicked like enemies

an awful look

town talk

be devoted to one's country(do one's best for the country)

all inclusive

tired out(be dead on one's feet; be dead tired)

husband and wife by the first marriage

stick with(follow up)

make an ill-advised move(act at haphazard)