present participle of have the hots for

Alternative form of for shame's sake (“Owing to a sense of shame”)

Owing to a sense of shame. / A mild oath

(humorous, often sarcastic) An expression indicating that an attempted action or undertaking failed, but the effort in the attempt was admirable (enough so to be ranked highest, as A)

As far as the rest is concerned.

To deeply enjoy or be fulfilled by something esteemed as very important in one's life. / To find a reason to continue having the will to live. / To eagerly await or hope for (a significant life event).

If a certain condition were not met; used to indicate that a particular person, event, etc. prevented a certain outcome.

Alternative form of if it were not for

Alternative form of if it were not for

(UK, obsolete, slang) A good turn to repay another.