I'm so glad that you've decided to join us. In fact, I'm tickled pink, (if you'll) 'excuse the expression'.
When you first told me your plan, I thought you were, 'pardon the expression', crazy.
She is always looking for new ways to 'give expression to' [=to express] her ideas.
(..) - It'll make the rest-- Wasn't that close? What was his reaction when he looked at the note? It wasn't the kind of expression that would get him a quick loan at the bank. Jeff, the handbag! Suppose Mrs. Thorwald's wedding ring... is among the jewelry (..)1954 Rear Window