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Eigenschaften Beschreiben - Nützlichkeit & Wert

Meistern Sie englische Redewendungen zu Nützlichkeit und Wert, wie 'tot wie ein Dodo' und 'die Kerze wert'.

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English Idioms used to Describe Qualities
better than nothing

used to say that having a particular thing that is considered lesser or lower in quality or worth is more preferable than having nothing at all

Ex: I couldn't find the exact book I needed at the library, but I borrowed a related book instead because it was better than having no reference material at all.
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like gold dust

(of something valuable and desirable) extremely difficult to get, particularly due to a lot of people desiring it as well

Ex: In the real estate market, affordable and well-located properties are like gold dust, often quickly snatched up by buyers.
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alive and (well|kicking)

(of something) still successful, prosperous, or popular

Ex: Traditional craftsmanship is alive and well in this small town, with skilled artisans creating handmade products that are in high demand.
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in hand
in hand
[Phrase]

used to refer to something that is almost ready and can be put to use when needed

Ex: We have the necessary permits in hand, so construction can begin as scheduled.
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treasure trove

a thing or a set of things considered very dear or valuable to one

Schatz, Goldmine

Schatz, Goldmine

Ex: The musician 's notebook was a treasure trove of unreleased songs and lyrics , providing a glimpse into their creative process .Das Notizbuch des Musikers war eine **Schatztruhe** unveröffentlichter Lieder und Texte, die einen Einblick in ihren kreativen Prozess bot.
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(as|) dead as a dodo

not as popular or interesting as before

Ex: Traditional landline telephones are viewed as dead as a dodo in the era of smartphones.
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(as|) dead as mutton

not functional or in general use anymore

Ex: The decrepit mansion had fallen into disrepair, its grandeur now dead as mutton, a relic of a bygone era.
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out of date
out of date
[Phrase]

no longer useful or fashionable

Ex: The news article contains information that is out of date, as the events it refers to have already taken place.
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ad hoc
ad hoc
[Adjektiv]

done for a specific purpose or situation

ad hoc, speziell

ad hoc, speziell

Ex: The ad hoc committee was tasked with reviewing the proposal and providing recommendations.Der **ad hoc**-Ausschuss wurde beauftragt, den Vorschlag zu prüfen und Empfehlungen abzugeben.
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worth the candle

(of an achievement) completely worth all the effort one puts in or all the trouble one goes through

Ex: The manager decided that the potential benefits of implementing the new workflow system were worth the candle, even though it required significant training and adjustment.
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dead and (buried|gone)

(of a thing) cannot happen or exist again in the future, due to being completely finished in the past

Ex: With the rise of digital music streaming, physical CDs are slowly becoming dead and buried as a popular format for music consumption.
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up to the mark

good enough to meet a certain requirement or standard

Ex: The repairs were up to the mark, ensuring the machine worked properly.
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rough and ready

simple but good enough to fulfill a particular need or purpose

Ex: The company's marketing campaign was a rough and ready effort, executed on a tight budget but still generating positive results.
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mumbo jumbo

complicated activities, rituals, or words that lack any real purpose

Kauderwelsch, Unsinn

Kauderwelsch, Unsinn

Ex: The conspiracy theory was nothing more than a collection of baseless claims and mumbo jumbo, lacking any credible evidence .Die Verschwörungstheorie war nichts weiter als eine Sammlung von haltlosen Behauptungen und **Hokuspokus**, ohne jegliche glaubwürdige Beweise.
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crowning glory

the most important or the greatest part of something

der Kronjuwel, der Höhepunkt

der Kronjuwel, der Höhepunkt

Ex: The grand finale of the performance is the crowning glory of the entire show , leaving the audience in awe .Das große Finale der Aufführung ist **der Höhepunkt** der gesamten Show und lässt das Publikum staunen.
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(as|) useful as a chocolate teapot

completely useless or ineffective for its intended purpose

Ex: The meeting without an agenda or clear objectives was as useful as a chocolate teapot, wasting everyone's time.
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behind the times

(of a thing) outdated or no longer relevant to current trends or technology

Ex: His insistence on using a typewriter instead of a computer highlights how he is behind the times in terms of technology.
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old chestnut

a joke, story, or topic of discussion that has become repetitive and uninteresting

eine alte Leier, ein abgedroschener Witz

eine alte Leier, ein abgedroschener Witz

Ex: I do n't want to hear your old chestnut theory about aliens causing crop circles . It 's been debunked countless times .Ich will deine alte **Geschichte** nicht hören, dass Aliens für Kornkreise verantwortlich sind. Das wurde schon unzählige Male widerlegt.
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up to speed
up to speed
[Phrase]

having reached the desired level of knowledge, understanding, or proficiency in a particular subject, skill, or task

Ex: A new firm not yet up to speed.
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black gold
black gold
[Phrase]

used to describe petroleum or oil due to its immense value and economic significance

Ex: The oil boom transformed the small town into a prosperous city, with its economy fueled by black gold.
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