large assembly of men of talent

at the breast(be still wet behind the ears; sucking;young and inexperienced )

steaming hot(smoking hot)

tax one's patience to the limit

I will take whatever others don't want

a remarkable place producing outstanding people

a beast in human form

accumulate day by day and month by month

Many hands provide great strength.(There is safety in numbers.)

appoint people according to their moral character and ability

be on one's guard for all possible dangers

bear disgrace and a heavy burden

an adult dressed up as an ox in a children's game(a man who is willing to serve the people)

outlook on life

snickersnee

round about refusal or blame

a constant friend

warmheatedness

a thorn in one's flesh

a hot number