[bed of thorns] {n. phr.} A thoroughly unhappy time or difficult […]

[before long] {adv. phr.} In a short time; without much delay; […]

[behind time] {adv.} or {adj. phr.} 1a. Behind the correct time; […]

[being] See: [FOR THE TIME BEING].

[bent on] or [bent upon] Very decided, determined, or set. * […]

[bide one's time] {v. phr.} To await an opportunity; wait patiently […]

[big time] {n.}, {informal} 1. A very enjoyable time at a […]

[big-time] {adj.} Belonging to the top group; of the leading class; […]

[bingo card] {n.}, {slang} A response card, bound into a periodical, […]

[black out] {v.} 1. To darken by putting out or dimming […]