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Kniha Insight - Vyšší středně pokročilý - Pohled na Slovní Zásobu 4

Zde najdete slova z Vocabulary Insight 4 v učebnici Insight Upper-Intermediate, jako jsou "dismally", "in vain", "addicted" atd.

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to [clear] the decks

to get ready for action by removing physical and mental obstacles

udělat si prostor, odstranit překážky

udělat si prostor, odstranit překážky

Ex: Before we start the launch, let's clear the decks and deal with these small issues. 
saved by the bell

rescued from an unpleasant or difficult situation at the last moment by an unexpected event, action, or intervention

Ex: I wish I had been saved by the bell. 
addicted
addicted
[Přídavné jméno]

physically or mentally dependent on a substance, behavior, or activity

závislý, navykly

závislý, navykly

Ex: The addicted individual sought help from a support group to overcome their dependency. 
addiction
addiction
[Podstatné jméno]

a strong desire to do or have something

závislost, návyk

závislost, návyk

Ex: His addiction to video games kept him from focusing on his schoolwork. 
bald
bald
[Přídavné jméno]

having little or no hair on the head

plešatý, lysý

plešatý, lysý

Ex: He used a special shampoo to try to prevent becoming completely bald. 
baldness
baldness
[Podstatné jméno]

the condition of having little or no hair on the head or body

plešatost, vypadávání vlasů

plešatost, vypadávání vlasů

Ex: Baldness can be caused by genetics or medical conditions. 
deaf
deaf
[Přídavné jméno]

partly or completely unable to hear

hluchý, nedoslýchavý

hluchý, nedoslýchavý

Ex: The deaf child communicates using sign language. 
deafness
deafness
[Podstatné jméno]

the state or condition of being totally or partially unable to hear

hluchota, stav hluchoty

hluchota, stav hluchoty

Ex: Deafness can occur at any stage of life. 
disabled
disabled
[Přídavné jméno]

completely or partial inability to use a part of one's body or mind, caused by an illness, injury, etc.

postižený, invalidní

postižený, invalidní

Ex: He uses a wheelchair to get around because he is disabled. 
disability
disability
[Podstatné jméno]

a physical or mental condition that prevents a person from using some part of their body completely or learning something easily

postižení, invalidita

postižení, invalidita

Ex: He was born with a disability that affects his ability to walk. 
imperfect
imperfect
[Přídavné jméno]

having faults, flaws, or shortcomings

nedokonalý, vadný

nedokonalý, vadný

Ex: The old chair was comfortable but imperfect, with a wobbly leg. 
imperfection
imperfection
[Podstatné jméno]

a state of having flaws or mistakes, which make something or someone less than ideal

nedokonalost, vada

nedokonalost, vada

obese
obese
[Přídavné jméno]

extremely overweight, with excess body fat that significantly increases health risks

obézní, nadváha

obézní, nadváha

Ex: Due to his sedentary lifestyle and poor diet, Tom has become obese. 
obesity
obesity
[Podstatné jméno]

the condition of having such a high amount of body fat that it becomes very dangerous for one's health

obezita, nadváha

obezita, nadváha

Ex: Obesity rates have been steadily rising worldwide, becoming a major public health concern in many countries. 
there [is] more to {sb/sth} than [meets] the eye

used to say that something is more complicated, important, or suspicious than it first appears

je za tím víc, není to jen tak

je za tím víc, není to jen tak

Ex: At first glance, she may seem shy and reserved, but there is more to her than meets the eye; she is an incredibly talented artist. 
{one's} heart [is]  {not} in  {sth}

used to show one's lack of genuine interest or enthusiasm for something

Ex: Her heart wasn’t in the speech; she seemed uninterested and distant. 
to [dig] {one's} heels in

to stubbornly refuse to change one's ideas, plans, etc.

Ex: It was really the British who, by digging their heels in, prevented any last-minute deal. 
to [come] to {one's} senses

to start to think in a logical or correct way after admitting one's mistakes

Ex: She finally came to her senses and realized that public transport was faster than driving in the city. 
dismally
dismally
[Příslovce]

in a gloomy, depressing, or hopeless manner

ponuře, beznadějně

ponuře, beznadějně

Ex: The sky was dismally gray, reflecting the mood of the day. 
flowing
flowing
[Přídavné jméno]

shaped or structured to allow air, water, or other fluids to move smoothly with minimal obstruction

proudící, aerodynamický

proudící, aerodynamický

Ex: The car’s flowing design reduces air drag. 
head and shoulders above {sb/sth}

used to describe someone or something that is far superior when compared to others of the same type

o hlavu lepší, výrazně převyšuje ostatní

o hlavu lepší, výrazně převyšuje ostatní

Ex: The talented pianist was head and shoulders above the other competitors in the music competition, showcasing exceptional skill and artistry. 
to [feel] {sth} in {one's} bones

to believe something strongly, even though one cannot explain why

cítit to v kostech, mít silné tušení

cítit to v kostech, mít silné tušení

Ex: I feel it in my bones that this plan is going to work. 
(at|in) the back of {one's} mind

in the part of the mind that holds thoughts and memories that are not often recalled or thought about

někde vzadu v hlavě, v koutku mysli

někde vzadu v hlavě, v koutku mysli

Ex: At the back of my mind, I knew the plan might fail. 
two heads are better than one

used to suggest that working together with others can often lead to better results than working alone, as combining different perspectives and ideas can create stronger solutions

Ex: The business partners brought different skills and expertise to the table, recognizing that two heads are better than one when it comes to launching a successful venture. 
in vain
in vain
[Příslovce]

without success or achieving the desired result

marně, bez úspěchu

marně, bez úspěchu

Ex: Despite hours of searching, the lost keys were found in vain, and she had to get a spare set. 
body and soul

with all that one has

celou duší, vším, co má

celou duší, vším, co má

Ex: She threw herself body and soul into the campaign. 
to [keep] {sth} in mind

to remember or consider a particular piece of information or advice

Ex: Keep in mind that the meeting is at 3 PM. 
weight off {one's} shoulders

used to say that a heavy worry or burden is removed

Ex: So I told him that if he needs me as an assistant to do the odd jobs which are once or twice a year, I'd be willing to take some weight off his shoulders. 
faint heart never won fair (lady|maiden)

used to suggest that one must be bold and take risks to achieve one's goals

Ex: The timid athlete was afraid to attempt the difficult jump, fearing injury. Her coach reminded her that faint heart never won fair lady, and encouraged her to push her limits. 
to [pull] the wool over {one's} eyes

to hide the truth from someone and make them believe something that is not true

někoho obalamutit, uvést někoho v omyl

někoho obalamutit, uvést někoho v omyl

Ex: The salesman tried to pull the wool over my eyes by telling me that the car was in perfect condition, when in fact it was full of problems. 
feather in {one's} cap

a thing that someone takes pride in, such as an accomplishment, honor, etc.

důvod k hrdosti, významný úspěch

důvod k hrdosti, významný úspěch

Ex: Winning the award was a real feather in her cap. 
to [let] the cat out of the bag

to reveal information that were supposed to be kept secret, often by accident

prozradit tajemství, podřeknout se

prozradit tajemství, podřeknout se

Ex: She wanted to buy designer clothes and dine at fancy restaurants, but with her student budget, she had champagne taste on a beer budget. 
lifeless
lifeless
[Přídavné jméno]

without any signs of life or vitality

nehybný, mrtvý

nehybný, mrtvý

Ex: The lifeless body of the bird lay motionless on the ground. 
pearly
pearly
[Přídavné jméno]

having a shiny, white or light-colored surface similar to that of a pearl

perleťový, perlový

perleťový, perlový

shrivelled
shrivelled
[Přídavné jméno]

having become dry, wrinkled, and smaller in size, often due to a loss of moisture or aging

zvadlý, svraštělý

zvadlý, svraštělý

watery
watery
[Přídavné jméno]

having too much water and little taste

vodnatý, bez chuti

vodnatý, bez chuti

Ex: The soup was disappointingly watery, lacking the rich flavor of homemade broth. 
to head out
to head out
[sloveso]

to leave a place or go on a journey, especially for a specific destination

vyrazit, vydat se

vyrazit, vydat se

Ex: He needs to head out to the store to pick up some groceries. 
to [get] the (sack|boot|axe)

to be fired from one's position or job

dostat padáka, vyhodí ho z práce

dostat padáka, vyhodí ho z práce

Ex: He got the sack after repeatedly missing deadlines. 
to [take] {sth} on the chin

to experience a lot of problems, setbacks, damages, etc., as a result of something

schytat ránu, odnést to

schytat ránu, odnést to

Ex: After losing the championship match, the team took it on the chin but remained determined to come back stronger next season. 
[show|teach] {sb} the ropes

to show or teach someone how a particular job or task is done

zasvětit někoho do práce, ukázat někomu, jak to chodí

zasvětit někoho do práce, ukázat někomu, jak to chodí

Ex: On my first day, Carla showed me the ropes. 
to [keep|play|hold] {one's} cards close to {one's} (chest|vest)

to refrain from revealing one's true intentions or plans

neprozrazovat své záměry, držet plány pod pokličkou

neprozrazovat své záměry, držet plány pod pokličkou

Ex: The negotiator kept his cards close to his chest during the business deal, not revealing his true bottom line to the other party. 
to [put|lay] {one's} cards on the table

to honestly share one's thoughts, feelings, or plans

vyložit karty na stůl, říct všechno na rovinu

vyložit karty na stůl, říct všechno na rovinu

Ex: During the negotiation, she decided to put her cards on the table and honestly discuss her expectations and limitations. 
hard to (swallow|take)

(of a particular idea, statement, or situation) challenging to accept as true

Ex: He said the news that the farm was being sold was hard to swallow at first. 
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