"They're not exactly masters of the universe in the traditional sense but then money's money".
Pre-shakeout, lawyers could tell themselves that they were, if not exactly Masters of the Universe like investment bankers, perhaps Major-Domos of a Mid-Size Galaxy.
It is not exactly mastering nuclear physics to smile nicely, shake hands, and visit sick patients, the traditional job of a first lady.
Many of the country's hotels, still struggling to overcome the legacy of socialism, had not exactly mastered the art of relaxation.
He's not exactly mastering the art of baking, or even staying with the project long enough for the pans to go into the oven.
Well, not exactly a master with credentials and certificates or anything, just a master in my own mind.
BAGRAM, Afghanistan — Gen. Ghulam Farouq is not exactly the master of his own house, the Parwan Detention Facility, at least not yet.
His Sidney Falco, the fast-moving press agent in "Sweet Smell of Success," is certainly a player, though not exactly the master of the game.
Renny Harlin, the director, best known for films such as "Die Hard 2: Die Harder", is, it's fair to say, not exactly a master of nuance.
