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Street Talk 1 Buch - Lektion 4

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broke
[Adjektiv]

having little or no financial resources

pleite, blank

pleite, blank

Ex: He felt embarrassed admitting to his friends that he was broke and could n't join them for dinner .Er fühlte sich peinlich, seinen Freunden einzugestehen, dass er **pleite** war und nicht mit ihnen zum Abendessen gehen konnte.
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buck
[Nomen]

one dollar

ein Dollar, ein Schein

ein Dollar, ein Schein

Ex: He bet his friend a buck that his favorite team would win the game .Er wettete mit seinem Freund um einen **Dollar**, dass sein Lieblingsteam das Spiel gewinnen würde.
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to bug
[Verb]

to persistently annoy someone, often by making repeated requests or demands

nerven,  belästigen

nerven, belästigen

Ex: Ignoring a person's desire for solitude and continuing to talk may bug them.Das Ignorieren des Wunsches einer Person nach Einsamkeit und das Weiterreden kann sie **nerven**.
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used for saying that someone strongly refuses to participate in or be associated with something, often due to strong dislike, embarrassment, or a sense of moral objection

Ex: She is a vegan and won't be seen dead eating meat or any animal products.
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dough
[Nomen]

an informal slang for cash or money

Kohle, Knete

Kohle, Knete

Ex: They were excited about the big paycheck , knowing it would add a good amount of dough to their savings .Sie freuten sich über den großen Gehaltsscheck, in dem Wissen, dass er eine gute Menge **Kohle** zu ihren Ersparnissen hinzufügen würde.
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to drag
[Verb]

to compel or force someone or something to come along against their will

zerren, schleppen

zerren, schleppen

Ex: The fearless explorer had to drag his weary companions up the steep mountain slope to reach the summit .Der furchtlose Entdecker musste seine müden Gefährten den steilen Berghang **schleppen**, um den Gipfel zu erreichen.
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drop-dead
[Adverb]

to an extreme or intense degree

umwerfend, zum Sterben schön

umwerfend, zum Sterben schön

Ex: They were drop-dead tired after hiking up the mountain all day .
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to become drunk just to forget something upsetting or disturbing

Ex: Drowning your sorrows may provide temporary relief , but it wo n't solve the underlying issues causing the pain .
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to reluctantly pay a significant amount of money

ausgeben, hinblättern

ausgeben, hinblättern

Ex: The unexpected medical bills forced him to fork out a large portion of his savings .Die unerwarteten Arztrechnungen zwangen ihn, einen großen Teil seiner Ersparnisse **auszugeben**.
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gee
[Interjektion]

used to express surprise or astonishment

Mensch, Donnerwetter

Mensch, Donnerwetter

Ex: Gee, thanks for the wonderful gift!**Mensch**, danke für das wunderbare Geschenk!
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to be entertained, delighted, or excited by someone or something

Ex: Whenever they watch old family videos, the whole family gets a kick out of seeing their younger selves and reliving the memories.
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to start or begin something, often with a sense of urgency or purpose

Ex: Letget this project going by dividing up the tasks .
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to perfectly match someone's interests or needs

Ex: When the promotion became available, everyone in the office knew it had John's name written all over it due to his consistent hard work and leadership skills.
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holy cow
[Interjektion]

said when one is surprised, shocked, or amazed

Heilige Kuh!, Meine Güte!

Heilige Kuh!, Meine Güte!

Ex: She got a promotion and a raise?Sie hat eine Beförderung und eine Gehaltserhöhung bekommen? **Heilige Kuh**, das ist fantastisch!
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joint
[Nomen]

a casual and informal place, often a restaurant or eatery, where people can gather for simple and hearty food

ein Lokal, eine Kneipe

ein Lokal, eine Kneipe

Ex: Let 's meet at the Mexican joint for some tacos and nachos .Treffen wir uns im mexikanischen **Laden** für Tacos und Nachos.
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to observe someone or something with particular attention or interest

Ex: Get a load of him juggling three flaming torches , it 's incredible !
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used to show that one agrees with someone's suggestion or statement

Ex: Ordering pizza for dinner?
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rip-off
[Nomen]

the act of cheating or exploiting someone, often by overcharging or providing subpar goods or services

Abzocke, Betrug

Abzocke, Betrug

Ex: The mechanic 's outrageous bill for simple repairs felt like a rip-off.Die unverschämt hohe Rechnung des Mechanikers für einfache Reparaturen fühlte sich wie ein **Abzocke** an.
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to have a great deal of money

Ex: With the new contract, the company is rolling in money, expanding rapidly.
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to shop to the point of exhaustion or until one collapses

Ex: She loves shop until she drops, especially during big sales events .
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too fancy or costly for someone

Ex: The spicy curry was too rich for her blood; she preferred milder flavors.
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to trash
[Verb]

to severely criticize or condemn someone or something

verreißen, heftig kritisieren

verreißen, heftig kritisieren

Ex: The coach trashed the team ’s performance after their disappointing loss .Der Trainer **hat die Leistung der Mannschaft nach ihrer enttäuschenden Niederlage verrissen**.
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to look at items displayed in store windows without intending to make a purchase; to browse visually

Schaufensterbummel machen, Schaufenster anschauen

Schaufensterbummel machen, Schaufenster anschauen

Ex: Window-shopping can be a fun way to get inspiration for your next shopping spree.**Schaufensterbummel** kann eine unterhaltsame Art sein, Inspiration für Ihren nächsten Einkaufsbummel zu finden.
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brother
[Nomen]

a close friend or companion, often used in an informal or affectionate way

Bruder, Kumpel

Bruder, Kumpel

Ex: You got this , brother!Du schaffst das, **Bruder**! Ich glaube an dich.
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to hit
[Verb]

to get to or reach a particular place

erreichen, gelangen zu

erreichen, gelangen zu

Ex: I 'm leaving early to hit the airport before the crowds .Ich gehe früh, um den Flughafen vor der Menge zu **erreichen**.
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scream
[Nomen]

an experience or event that was extremely amusing or funny, often to the point of being wildly entertaining

ein Gaudi, ein Spaß

ein Gaudi, ein Spaß

Ex: We ’re going to tell you about that day ; it was a scream!Wir werden Ihnen von diesem Tag erzählen; es war **zum Schreien komisch**!
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to rely on someone else's resources, typically money or support, without offering anything in return; to live at someone else's expense

auf Kosten anderer leben, sich auf Kosten anderer durchschlagen

auf Kosten anderer leben, sich auf Kosten anderer durchschlagen

Ex: He sponged off his roommate for months , not paying rent or buying groceries .Er hat monatelang von seinem Mitbewohner **gelebt**, ohne Miete zu zahlen oder Lebensmittel zu kaufen.
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a person who earns money to support their family, typically the main or sole provider of income

Ernährer, Hauptverdiener

Ernährer, Hauptverdiener

Ex: She felt proud to be the breadwinner, ensuring her family ’s financial security .Sie war stolz darauf, der **Hauptverdiener** zu sein und die finanzielle Sicherheit ihrer Familie zu gewährleisten.
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to be extremely cold, typically due to harsh or freezing weather

Ex: If we do n’t leave soon , wefreeze our buns off waiting for the bus .
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cheese it
[Interjektion]

used to telll someone to stop doing something, especially when trying to avoid trouble or when someone is caught in an act

hör auf, versteck dich

hör auf, versteck dich

Ex: When the teacher entered the room , someone shouted "Cheese it ! "Als der Lehrer den Raum betrat, rief jemand "**Verschwindet!**" und die Klasse wurde still.
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to work at full capacity, handling multiple tasks or responsibilities at once, or performing at one's best in a busy or demanding situation

Ex: At work , shecooking on all four burners— handling customer service , managing the team , and running the reports .
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use to state that someone is in serious trouble or their situation is hopeless, often implying that they are caught or defeated beyond redemption

Ex: After the mishap, his goose was cooked.
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used to ask about the current situation, activity, or what's happening. It can be a more casual or playful way of checking in

Ex: I just got to work.
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in a very comfortable, expensive, and luxurious way

Ex: With the recent promotion , she 's been high off the hog, dining at the finest restaurants and shopping at luxury boutiques .
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to eat it
[Phrase]

to accept failure or defeat, often used when someone experiences a setback or is humiliated

Ex: The company eat it when their project failed miserably .
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to eat up
[Verb]

to be consumed by guilt, regret, or remorse over something that happened in the past

nagen, auffressen

nagen, auffressen

Ex: The mistake she made last year still eats her up every time she looks at the situation.Der Fehler, den sie letztes Jahr gemacht hat, **frisst** sie immer noch auf, wenn sie die Situation betrachtet.
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to start eating a meal

Ex: We arrived at the restaurant hungry and ready put the feedbag on, ordering a variety of dishes to satisfy our appetites .
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fudge it
[Interjektion]

used to suggest altering, modifying, or handling a situation in a way that avoids the exact or proper solution, often by being dishonest or making something up

vergiss es, lass gut sein

vergiss es, lass gut sein

Ex: Fudge it , I ’m going to take a break ; this project is driving me crazy !**Tun wir so als ob**, ich mache eine Pause; dieses Projekt macht mich verrückt!
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to tamper with or alter something in a way that is imprecise or unreliable

herumfummeln, manipulieren

herumfummeln, manipulieren

Ex: Do n’t fudge around with the recipe too much , or it might not turn out right .**Pfusche** nicht zu viel am Rezept herum, sonst könnte es nicht richtig werden.
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to sell very quickly and in large amounts

Ex: The fresh batch of pastries went like hot cakes this morning.
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used to describe something or someone that is weak, floppy, or lacking in strength, energy, or firmness

Ex: He tried to get up , but his legs limp as a noodle from the exhaustion .
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to experiment, play, or tinker with something in an aimless or casual way, often in a creative or exploratory manner. It can refer to playing an instrument, brainstorming ideas, or casually working on a task without a clear direction

herumspielen, ohne klares Ziel spielen

herumspielen, ohne klares Ziel spielen

Ex: We didn’t have a set plan, so we just noodled around with some ideas for the project.Wir hatten keinen festen Plan, also haben wir einfach mit einigen Ideen für das Projekt **herumgespielt**.
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noodlehead
[Nomen]

a foolish, silly, or absentminded person

Dummkopf, Trottel

Dummkopf, Trottel

Ex: Only a noodlehead would try to fix a leaky pipe without turning off the water first .Nur ein **Nudelkopf** würde versuchen, ein undichtes Rohr zu reparieren, ohne zuerst das Wasser abzustellen.
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(of a person) crazy, irrational, or behaving in an extremely foolish or eccentric way

Ex: After pulling three all-nighters in a row , I felt off my noodle.
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wet noodle
[Nomen]

a person who dampens excitement, enthusiasm, or fun

Spaßbremse, Miesmacher

Spaßbremse, Miesmacher

Ex: Everyone was thrilled about the surprise , except for Jake , who , as usual , acted like a wet noodle.Alle waren begeistert von der Überraschung, außer Jake, der wie üblich wie eine **schlaffe Nudel** wirkte.
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used to affectionately refer to a loved one, such as a romantic partner, child, or close friend

Schatz, Süße

Schatz, Süße

Ex: Come here , sweetie pie, and give me a hug !Komm her, **Schatz**, und gib mir eine Umarmung.
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used to describe someone that is extremely kind, charming, or pleasant in manner

Ex: Their little daughter is sweet as sugar, always offering hugs and smiles to everyone.
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