(idiomatic) To figure out; to realize the truth.

(idiomatic) A disclaimer stating that something should not come to pass, or that a person would never do or think a certain thing.

(humorous) Used to encourage someone to attend an event.

(idiomatic) Something is better than nothing: those who can't provide for themselves should accept whatever help is available.

(idiomatic) Certainly, undoubtedly, admittedly.

(Britain, idiomatic) Synonym of no chance or fat chance with a somewhat more cheerful attitude.

Bureau d'Enquêtes et d'Analyses pour la Sécurité de l'Aviation Civile, the French civil aviation accident investigation bureau.

(idiomatic) If necessary; if there is a need.

(idiomatic) The holders of power or the authorities in a given situation, especially if seen as being faceless or unreasonably bureaucratic.

Initialism of British European Airways. / (government, US) Initialism of Bureau of Economic Analysis.