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to have another thing coming

to beat one's head against a (brick) wall

come to think of it

in one's shoes

let somebody have it

to give it to somebody straight

to nip something in the bud

to take something in stride

to let something slide

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to take something lying down

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out of the question

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to turn over a new leaf

to have another thing coming

fráze

/hæv ɐnˈʌðɚ θˈɪŋ kˈʌmɪŋ/

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Idiom

Informal

to say that someone's opinion or judgment is completely wrong

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If you think this project will be easy, you have another thing coming when you face the challenges ahead.

She believes she can finish the assignment in an hour, but she has another thing coming once she realizes its complexity.

What is the origin of the idiom "have another thing coming" and when to use it?

The idiom "have another thing coming" originated as a colloquial variation of the earlier expression "have another think coming." This phrase, in turn, emerged in the 19th century, likely in British English. Over time, it evolved into the current form, "have another thing coming," possibly due to the influence of regional dialects and usage. The expression is now used to convey a sense of correction or surprise to someone who holds a mistaken belief or expectation.

to beat one's head against a (brick) wall

fráze

/bˈiːt ɔːɹ bˈæŋ ɔːɹ hˈɪt wˈʌnz hˈɛd ɐɡˈɛnst ɐ ɔːɹ ðə bɹˈɪk ɔːɹ wˈɔːl/

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Idiom

to repeatedly try to do or achieve something without success

come to think of it

Příslovce

/kˈʌm tə θˈɪŋk ʌv ɐbˈaʊt ɪt/

(Když nad tím tak přemýšlím)

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used to introduce a thought or realization that occurred to one during a conversation

in one's shoes

fráze

/ɪn wˈʌnz ʃˈuːz/

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Idiom

in a similar or identical situation to someone else, particularly a difficult or unpleasant one

What is the origin of the idiom "in one's shoes" and when to use it?

The origin of the idiom "in one's shoes" can be traced to the idea of stepping into someone else's footwear, symbolizing the act of taking on their role or experiencing their situation. While the precise historical origin is not documented, the concept of empathy and understanding by imagining oneself in another person's circumstances has been a fundamental aspect of human communication and social interaction for centuries. It is commonly employed in conversations involving interpersonal relationships, conflict resolution, and decision-making.

let somebody have it

věta

/lˈɛt ˌɛsbˈiː hˈæv ɪt/

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Idiom

Informal

to violently criticize or punish a person over what they did or said

What is the origin of the idiom "let someone have it" and when to use it?

The idiom "let someone have it" has its origins in a metaphorical extension of physical combat. Dating back to the early 20th century, it initially referred to delivering a forceful blow or attack. Over time, the expression evolved to include verbal confrontation or criticism, suggesting the delivery of a strong rebuke or scolding. The expression is used to convey a sense of confronting someone assertively or forcefully, either physically or verbally.

to give it to somebody straight

fráze

/ɡˈɪv ɪt tʊ ˌɛsbˈiː stɹˈeɪt/

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Idiom

Informal

to directly tell a person a fact, usually one that is unpleasant

What is the origin of the idiom "give it to someone straight" and when to use it?

The idiom "give it to someone straight" originated from the world of boxing, where a boxer delivers a direct, powerful punch without any deception or evasion. The phrase is now used to emphasize the importance of honesty and directness in communication, ensuring that the recipient receives information without any ambiguity or hidden meaning.

to nip something in the bud

fráze

/nˈɪp ˌɛstˌiːˈeɪtʃ ɪnðə bˈʌd/

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Idiom

Informal

to immediately prevent something, particularly something problematic, before it has time to develop

What is the origin of the idiom "nip something in the bud" and when to use it?

The idiom "nip something in the bud" has its origins in gardening. To "nip in the bud" means to take action to stop or prevent a problem or situation from developing further or getting worse while it's still in its early stages. This expression is often used to emphasize the importance of addressing issues early to prevent them from becoming more significant problems.

to take something in stride

fráze

/tˈeɪk ˌɛstˌiːˈeɪtʃ ɪn stɹˈaɪd/

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Idiom

to calmly cope with something that is difficult or disturbing

What is the origin of the idiom "take something in stride" and when to use it?

The idiom "take something in stride" originated from horse racing, describing a jockey's ability to maintain the horse's stride despite obstacles or variations in terrain. It is often employed to encourage a resilient and composed attitude when faced with adversity.

to let something slide

fráze

/lˈɛt ˌɛstˌiːˈeɪtʃ slˈaɪd/

N/A

to intentionally not take action or not address an issue or problem, especially when one should have, often resulting in a negative consequence

to take something lying down

fráze

/tˈeɪk ˌɛstˌiːˈeɪtʃ lˈaɪɪŋ dˈaʊn/

N/A

to suffer or endure something unfair without ever complaining or protesting

out of the question

fráze

/ˌaʊɾəv ðə kwˈɛstʃən/

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Idiom

not allowed or possible

What is the origin of the idiom "out of the question" and when to use it?

The idiom "out of the question" is used to convey that something is not even a possibility, is completely unfeasible, or is definitively not allowed or considered. Its origin is not precisely documented, but it's a common expression used to emphasize that a particular idea, plan, or action is ruled out from the start, without any chance of happening.

to turn over a new leaf

fráze

/tˈɜːn ˌoʊvɚɹ ɐ nˈuː lˈiːf/

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to make changes to one's behavior or mindset in order to become a better and more responsible person

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