(idiomatic) To float an idea, (or otherwise do some action) to see what response or controversy (if any) it generates, usually as a preliminary step.

Alternative form of call them as one sees them

Used to accept (or call) a bet, and at the same time raise the stakes.

Alternative form of call it as one sees it

Said in a restaurant, to ask for the menu.

(informal) An expression used to point out that another person's joke or cleverness has been recognised or understood, either to acknowledge its cleverness or alternatively to communicate a lack of amusement.

(idiomatic) Expressing confusion. / (idiomatic) Expressing understanding after an initial period of confusion.

Alternative form of if you know what I mean.

(idiomatic) To delay taking action based on the outcome of something else.

(colloquial) Used when a speaker attempts to categorize an observable fact or event, although the category is subjective or lacks clearly defined parameters.