Chapter 33: War

Literally 'our hair will fall out'; used to warn that someone (or a group) will face harsh consequences for something they've done or might do. Equivalent to 'we'll cop it' or 'there'll be hell to pay'.

From aviation ('diving steeply'). Used figuratively to describe something that deteriorates or falls very rapidly, prices, a business, someone's mood, health, etc.

Originally a technical expression (aircraft fuel at minimum level). In everyday speech it describes a person, organisation, or resource that is critically depleted, very tired, morale low, resources scarce.

An abrupt command to someone to move away or get going. Strongly dismissive in tone; used to order someone out of a space or to stop delaying.

A very common everyday expression meaning to figure out how something works through practice. 'Tranquillo' here means the knack or trick of doing something.

A set phrase drawn from bullfighting imagery, 'I've bullfought in tougher arenas'. Used to brush off a difficulty and signal that the speaker has experience handling harder situations. Characteristically expressive of resilience.

An exclamation used to express surprise, admiration, or mild disbelief. Informal and distinctly colloquial. Tone depends on context, can be positive (admiration) or negative (alarm).

Extremely high-frequency in everyday speech. Used to urge someone on, signal agreement, wrap up a conversation, or encourage action. Its exact meaning shifts entirely with tone and context.