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English Idioms used to Describe Qualities

(as) still as a stone

[fráze]

used to refer to a person or thing that is completely motionless

Ex: The child was so engrossed in the bedtime story that he lay in bed , still as a stone, listening intently to every word .

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(as) heavy as lead

[fráze]

used to refer to someone or something that is very difficult to lift or move, due to being heavy

Ex: The backpack , filled with books and supplies , heavy as lead, causing strain on her shoulders .

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(as) light as a feather

[fráze]

used to refer to someone or something that is very easy to lift and carry, due to having no considerable weight

Ex: As I let go of all my worries, I felt my mind becoming light as a feather, finding a sense of tranquility.

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in the raw

[fráze]

(of a thing) in its most natural or true state of existence

Ex: The musician performed the in the raw, using only an acoustic guitar and her voice , creating an intimate and raw musical experience .

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a sight for sore eyes

[fráze]

a person or thing that is very strange or unattractive in appearance

Ex: The actor 's exaggerated makeup and over-the-top costume on stage were a sight for sore eyes, distracting from the performance .

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off the rails

[fráze]

used to say that something is extreme or exciting

Ex: The artist's latest series of paintings went off the rails with their vibrant colors and abstract shapes.

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Old Harry

[Podstatné jméno]

the devil or any character that has similarities to it

Ďábel, Zlo

Ex: In the dark corners of the forest , locals whispered of encounters with Old Harry, a sinister presence lurking in the shadows .V temných koutech lesa místní šeptali o setkáních se **Starým Harrym**, zlověstnou přítomností číhající ve stínech.

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snail mail

[Podstatné jméno]

mail that is delivered physically by the postal system as opposed to email and other electronic means

pošta, tradiční pošta

Ex: If you need to send something urgently , snail mail is not the best option .Pokud potřebujete něco naléhavě odeslat, **poštovní zásilka** není nejlepší volbou.

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a bunch of fives

[fráze]

a person's fist

Ex: The angry mob surged towards the police officer, their hands transformed into threatening bunches of fives.

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AWOL

[Přídavné jméno]

referring to something that is stolen or not in its usual place

zmizelý, ukradený

Ex: The diligent student 's homework assignments were consistently AWOL, leading to concerns about their academic performance .Domácí úkoly pilného studenta byly důsledně **nezvěstné**, což vedlo k obavám o jejich akademický výkon.

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to get a hold of something

[fráze]

to find a thing that one was searching for

Ex: After hours of searching, I was relieved to finally get a hold of the keys I thought I had lost.

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to lay one's hands on something

[fráze]

to succeed in obtaining something

Ex: After months of searching , I was thrilled to get my hands on the perfect wedding dress.

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up for grabs

[fráze]

ready to be used or obtained

Ex: The leadership role in the community project up for grabs, and interested individuals can express their interest .

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to go spare

[fráze]

to be available for use only due to being unwanted

Ex: If no one in the office wants the spare computer equipment, it will go spare and be donated to a local charity.

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crystal clear

[Přídavné jméno]

(of an object) clear or thin enough for one to be able to see through it

křišťálově čistý, průzračný

Ex: The photographer captured the landscape through a crystal-clear lens, highlighting the fine details of each mountain peak.Fotograf zachytil krajinu přes **křišťálově čistý** objektiv, čímž zvýraznil jemné detaily každého horského vrcholu.

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old school

[fráze]

adhering to traditional values, methods, or styles

Ex: The company maintains an old-school work environment, with a focus on face-to-face communication and traditional office practices.

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knee-high to a grasshopper

[fráze]

extremely or unusually small in size or importance

Ex: When I first started working at the company , my opinion was knee-high to a grasshopper.

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(as) pretty as a picture

[fráze]

very appealing to the eyes

Ex: This charming cottage dates back to the 15th century and as pretty as a picture, with its thatched roof and secluded garden .

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(as) silent as the grave

[fráze]

used to refer to a place that is completely silent or quiet, with no noise or sound at all

Ex: When the power went out during the night , the house as silent as the grave, creating an eerie atmosphere .

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(as) American as apple pie

[fráze]

used of someone or something that is seen or considered very normal in America

Ex: The patriotic movie portrayed the protagonist as a character as American as apple pie, embodying values of freedom and resilience.

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off the rails

[fráze]

used to say that something is not following the planned or expected course

Ex: The politician 's campaign was expected to be a smooth ride , but it 's been plagued by scandals and is off the rails.

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along the line of something

[fráze]

in alignment with a specific path, course, or set of guidelines within a given context or framework

Ex: The organization will continue to innovate along the line of technological advancements, staying ahead of the competition.

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