Pravda, Tajemství a Podvod - Hloubka a Povrch

Ovládněte anglická idiomy týkající se hloubky a povrchu, jako 'více, než se zdá' a 'na první pohled'.

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chapter and verse [fráze]

a report of something with complete or exact details

Ex: The teacher asked the students to provide chapter and verse for their claims in their research papers , encouraging thoroughness and accuracy .

facts and figures [fráze]

full and exact information about something

Ex: The journalist 's article provided facts and figures on the rising unemployment rate , shedding light on the economic challenges faced by the country .

more than meets the eye [fráze]

used for saying that a person or thing has more of a specific quality than it seems

Ex: The book 's cover may seem uninteresting , but once you start reading , you realize there is more than meets the eye , with complex characters and a captivating plot .

nightmare dressed like a daydream [fráze]

a person or thing that looks nice or pleasant but turns out to be very unpleasant or troublesome

Ex: The romantic relationship started off as a fairytale romance , but soon became a nightmare dressed like a daydream as toxic behavior and emotional abuse surfaced .

poker face [Podstatné jméno]

poker face

Ex: The actor 's remarkable poker face allowed them to convincingly portray characters with hidden motives and emotions .

Pozoruhodný poker face herce jim umožnil přesvědčivě ztvárnit postavy se skrytými pohnutkami a emocemi.

on the face of it [fráze]

used to state that something appears to be true or appealing at first glance

Ex: The politician 's promises , on the face of it , were appealing , but many questioned their feasibility and potential consequences .

to [scratch|scrape] the surface [fráze]

to fail to deal with all aspects of a problem, topic, etc.

Ex: The initial investigation revealed some irregularities , but further digging was needed to scrape the surface of the corruption scandal .

blessing in disguise [fráze]

a situation or event that seems problematic or unfortunate at first but later results in something positive and pleasant

Ex: Getting rejected from that job opportunity turned out to be a blessing in disguise since it led him to find a position with a higher salary and better benefits .

bird's eye view [fráze]

a general analysis of something

Ex: As a CEO , she needed a bird 's eye view of the company 's operations to make informed decisions and strategic plans .

to [see] the forest for the trees [fráze]

to understand something from a general perspective without getting too involved in details

Ex: The team was struggling to solve a complex problem until one member suggested taking a break to see the forest for the trees , leading to a breakthrough solution .

the devil is in the [detail] [věta]

used in a situation where details need to be closely inspecterd or paid attention to

Ex: Planning an event requires meticulous organization because the devil is in the detail , and a missed logistical element can lead to chaos .

to [dot] the i's and [cross] the t's [fráze]

to make sure no detail goes unnoticed in compeleting a task

Ex: I made sure to cross my t's and dot my i's when installing the circuit breaker—you can never be too careful with electrical work.

the power behind the throne [fráze]

an individual who posesses great influence over someone who is officially in charge

Ex: The political party 's influential donors were seen as the power behind the throne , as their financial support influenced policy decisions .

in broad strokes [fráze]

used to say that something is discussed in a general or basic way, without going into too much detail or specific information

Ex:

with a fine-tooth comb [fráze]

used to imply a very careful and thorough examination of something, often with great attention to detail and a focus on finding even the smallest flaws or errors

Ex: Before signing the contract , the lawyer advised her client to read it with a fine-tooth comb , ensuring they understood all the terms and conditions .

deep down [fráze]

used to refer to a person's true feelings or beliefs that they may not openly show

Ex: He seemed confident and cheerful , but deep down , he struggled with self-doubt and insecurities .

the (big|bigger) picture [fráze]

the overall view or perspective of a situation, rather than focusing on small details

Ex: When facing a challenging decision , it 's crucial to consider the big picture and evaluate the potential impact on all stakeholders involved .

the half of it [fráze]

used to suggest that a situation or story is more complicated or interesting than what has been revealed or discussed so far

Ex: She shared a few highlights from her trip , but that 's just the half of it ; the breathtaking scenery and cultural experiences were even more remarkable .

Pravda, Tajemství a Podvod
Deception	Tajemství	Uchovávání tajemství	Lhaní & Přehánění
Zřejmost	Pretense	Odhalování tajemství	Hloubka a Povrch
Důvěra & Čestnost	Pravdivost	Lichotky & Chlubení