(transitive) To show respect or admiration for (someone); to see (someone) as a role model.

(idiomatic) To work especially hard, usually for an extended period.

(conjunctive) In other words. Used to introduce a clarification, simplification, or explanation

(idiomatic) Been exposed to conmen and hucksters; experienced.

(figuratively) To the point of being full, almost overflowing. / Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see to, brim.

(idiomatic) An attestation to the truthfulness and frankness of an associated statement.

(informal, euphemistic) Ex-girlfriend or ex-boyfriend. Often used in songs.

(transitive) To object to or interfere with the actions of (someone seen as bullying, pushy, or controlling). / (transitive) To withstand, to weather, to survive in spite of.

Used to order an attack, a summons to war or battle.

(idiomatic, often attributive) An important point in someone's life where a great change, or reversal, of ideas or beliefs occurs.