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Kniha Headway - Pokročilý - Poslední Slovo (Jednotka 8)

Zde najdete slovní zásobu z jednotky 8 The Last Word v učebnici Headway Advanced, jako "walk the talk", "chockablock", "clear as mud" atd.

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Headway - Advanced
accidents will happen in the best of families

used to imply that even the most careful or well-prepared people or families can still experience unexpected mishaps or mistakes

Ex: They were upset about the spilled wine on the carpet but remembered accidents will happen in the best of families. 
actions speak louder than words

used to say that people's actions show their true intentions or beliefs more clearly than their words

Ex: Actions speak louder than words when it comes to leadership. It's not enough to just talk about what needs to be done, you have to lead by example. 
a fate worse than death

something that someone considers extremely terrible or unacceptable

Ex: The prisoner pleaded for mercy, knowing that a life sentence in solitary confinement would be a fate worse than death. 
behind every (great|successful) man (there|) stands a woman

used to suggest that the success of a man is often due to the support, hard work, and sacrifices of a woman in his life

Ex: Behind every great man stands a woman who has supported him through thick and thin. 
all in a day's work

something that is a typical or normal part of a person's job

běžná součást práce, to k té práci patří

běžná součást práce, to k té práci patří

Ex: Rescuing three hikers in the snowstorm was all in a day's work for the mountain team. 
to [have] {one's} cake and eat it (too|)

to desire to have two things that are impossible to have without sacrificing the other

chtít mít obojí, chtít výhodu bez oběti

chtít mít obojí, chtít výhodu bez oběti

Ex: He wants the freedom of freelancing and the security of a full-time job; he wants to have his cake and eat it too. 
(as|) clear as mud

used to describe something that is complicated due to not being clearly described or shown

jasné jako facka do tmy, naprosto nesrozumitelné

jasné jako facka do tmy, naprosto nesrozumitelné

Ex: The instructions were clear as mud, so nobody knew what to do next. 
after {one's} own heart

used to describe someone or something that perfectly matches one's tastes, values, or preferences

podle jeho gusta, přesně pro něj

podle jeho gusta, přesně pro něj

Ex: That cozy little bookstore is right after my own heart. 
boys will be boys

used to excuse or dismiss negative behavior by boys or men, with the implication that it is simply part of their nature

Ex: When the boys started playing soccer inside the house and broke the vase, his mother just sighed and said, "boys will be boys." 
at the end of the day

used before stating the most important fact about a particular situation

nakonec, koneckonců

nakonec, koneckonců

Ex: I know it's a lot of work, but at the end of the day, it'll be worth it. 
blast from the past

the unexpected appearance or remembrance of a person or thing that evokes nostalgic feelings within one

návrat starých časů, vzpomínka na staré časy

návrat starých časů, vzpomínka na staré časy

Ex: Finding that old mixtape was a real blast from the past. 
no pain, no gain

used for saying that without working hard and experiencing difficulties, one cannot achieve anything

Ex: She pushed through the tough workout, reminding herself, "no pain, no gain." 
better safe than sorry

used to suggest that it is preferable to take precautions and be cautious in order to avoid problems or regret later on

Ex: Better safe than sorry, so I wore a helmet while biking, even though I wasn’t going fast. 
bad things come in threes

used to suggest that misfortune or bad luck often happens in groups of three, and when one negative event occurs, two more will follow

Ex: I spilled coffee on my shirt, got caught in the rain, and then my computer crashed. Bad things come in threes, right? 
good things come in threes

used to suggest that good things often happen in groups of three

Ex: I got a promotion, won a small prize, and had a great dinner with friends—good things come in threes! 
like father, like son

used to say that a son's behavior or qualities are similar to those of his father

Ex: He always fixes things around the house just like his dad—like father, like son. 
it takes all sorts to make a world

used to imply that diversity and individual differences among people are necessary for the world to function and thrive

Ex: He’s eccentric, but it takes all sorts to make a world. 
better late than never

used to mean that it is better to take action or complete a task, even if it is delayed, rather than not doing it at all

Ex: I finally submitted my application. Better late than never, right? 
just what the doctor ordered

something that is exactly what is needed or required in a certain situation

přesně to, to pravé v pravou chvíli

přesně to, to pravé v pravou chvíli

Ex: After a long day at work, a relaxing bubble bath was just what the doctor ordered to help me unwind. 
do not do anything (that|) I would not (do|)

used to advise someone to behave responsibly and not engage in risky or questionable behavior

Ex: Do not do anything that I wouldn't do, and we should be fine. 
to [be] not for {sb} to say

to believe that it is not someone's place to make a decision or judgment on a particular matter and that it should be left to others who are more qualified or have more authority to do so

Ex: It is not for him to say whether we should go or stay. 
to [be] damned if {sb} [do], damned if {sb} [do] {not}

to be in a difficult situation where any decision or action taken may result in negative consequences, no matter what choice is made

Ex: She is damned if she does, damned if she doesn't—either way, someone will be unhappy. 
the mind [boggle]

used to convey surprise, shock, or disbelief in response to something that is difficult to comprehend or absurd

Ex: The speed at which technology is advancing these days boggles the mind. 
to {not} [bear] thinking about

to be so unpleasant, disturbing, or frightening that it is difficult to even consider or imagine

Ex: She couldn't bear thinking about the terrible accident that had happened. 
to [shop] (till|until) {sb} [drop]

to shop for a very long time until one becomes tired

Ex: Every weekend my wife shops till she drops. 
horses for courses

used to imply that different people are suited to different things, and what works well for one person may not work well for another

Ex: You can't expect everyone to be good at everything—horses for courses, after all. 
meet and greet

an event or service where a person, such as a celebrity, politician, or businessperson, meets and interacts with members of the public

Ex: The actor held a meet and greet session after the movie premiere to sign autographs for fans. 
fair and square

done honestly, justly, or without disobeying any rules

poctivě a férově, bez podvodu

poctivě a férově, bez podvodu

Ex: She won the match fair and square. 
from zero to hero

used to say that someone or something has gone from a position of low status or obscurity to one of great success, fame, or popularity

Ex: After his parents won the lottery, John went from zero to hero in his high school overnight. 
nearest and dearest

used to refer to one's closest and most intimate family members or friends

Ex: She wanted to spend the holidays with her nearest and dearest. 
use it or lose it

used to imply that if something is not used or practiced, it will be forgotten or taken away

Ex: If you don’t practice speaking French, you’ll forget it — use it or lose it. 
chockablock
chockablock
[Přídavné jméno]

completely full or crowded to the point of congestion or blockage

přeplněný, nacpaný

přeplněný, nacpaný

Ex: The parking lot was chockablock with cars by noon. 
to [walk] the talk

to actually do what one claims or preaches, and not just talk about it

Ex: A true leader walks the talk. 
to [name] and [shame]

to publicly identify and criticize individuals or organizations for engaging in inappropriate or unethical behavior in order to hold them accountable for their actions or punish them

Ex: The newspaper plans to name and shame corrupt officials in its next issue. 
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