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Βιβλίο Headway - Προχωρημένο - Η τελευταία λέξη (Ενότητα 8)

Εδώ θα βρείτε το λεξιλόγιο από το The Last Word Unit 8 στο βιβλίο μαθημάτων Headway Advanced, όπως "walk the talk", "chockablock", "clear as mud" κ.λπ.

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used to imply that even the most careful or well-prepared people or families can still experience unexpected mishaps or mistakes

Ex: It was a small mistake, and he reminded himself, accidents will happen in the best of families.
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used to say that people's actions show their true intentions or beliefs more clearly than their words

Ex: Actions speak louder than words, which is why I did n't believe all the excuses he gave me .
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something that is really terrible to experience

Ex: The disgraced politician chose to resign from office, realizing that enduring public humiliation and losing their reputation would be a fate worse than death.
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used to suggest that the success of a man is often due to the support, hard work, and sacrifices of a woman in his life

Ex: The saying, behind every great man there stands a woman, reflects the overlooked influence of women in success stories.
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something that is a typical or normal part of a person's job

Ex: Putting in long hours at the office?
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to desire to have two things that are impossible to have without sacrificing the other

Ex: In politics, it's challenging to please everyone.
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(as) clear as mud
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used to describe something that is complicated due to not being clearly described or shown

Ex: Can you explain the new software update to me?
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used to describe someone or something that perfectly matches one's tastes, values, or preferences

Ex: This cozy little café after my own heart.
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boys will be boys
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used to excuse or dismiss negative behavior by boys or men, with the implication that it is simply part of their nature

Ex: Instead of scolding them, the coach said, "boys will be boys," after they ran around the field at full speed.
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used before stating the most important fact about a particular situation

Ex: Money can't buy happiness.
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the unexpected appearance or remebrance of a person or thing that evokes nostalgic feelings within one

Ex: Seeing my childhood toy was a blast from the past.
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no pain, no gain
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used for saying that without working hard and experiencing difficulties, one cannot achieve anything

Ex: He could hardly lift the weights, but the coach shouted, "no pain, no gain" to keep him motivated.
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better safe than sorry
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used to suggest that it is preferable to take precautions and be cautious in order to avoid problems or regret later on

Ex: We arrived early for the concertbetter safe than sorry, to avoid missing the opening act .
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used to suggest that misfortune or bad luck often happens in groups of three, and when one negative event occurs, two more will follow

Ex: First, I lost my wallet, then my phone broke, and now my car won’t start—bad things come in threes, it seems.
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used to suggest that good things often happen in groups of three

Ex: Good things come in threes— first , I got a raise , then a new opportunity , and now I ’ve just booked a vacation .
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used to say that a son's behavior or qualities are similar to those of his father

Ex: She could see her son’s passion for drawing was just like his father’s—like father, like son.
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used to imply that diversity and individual differences among people are necessary for the world to function and thrive

Ex: She might be quiet, but remember, it takes all sorts to make a world.
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better late than never
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used to mean that it is better to take action or complete a task, even if it is delayed, rather than not doing it at all

Ex: I finally made it to your weddingbetter late than never!
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something that is exactly what is needed or required in a certain situation

Ex: A weekend getaway to the peaceful countryside was just what the doctor ordered to escape the stress of city life.
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used to advise someone to behave responsibly and not engage in risky or questionable behavior

Ex: Pleasedo not do anything I would n't do while I 'm gone .
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to believe that it is not someone's place to make a decision or judgment on a particular matter and that it should be left to others who are more qualified or have more authority to do so

Ex: His opinion wasn’t for him to say, considering his position.
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to be in a difficult situation where any decision or action taken may result in negative consequences, no matter what choice is made

Ex: You will be damned if you do, damned if you don’t—either choice leads to trouble.
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the mind boggle
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used to convey surprise, shock, or disbelief in response to something that is difficult to comprehend or absurd

Ex: When I saw the list of ingredients, my mind boggled—there were at least twenty things I’d never heard of.
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to be so unpleasant, disturbing, or frightening that it is difficult to even consider or imagine

Ex: She n't bear thinking about the terrible accident that had happened .
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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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horses for courses
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used to imply that different people are suited to different things, and what works well for one person may not work well for another

Ex: His skills in tech are amazing, but when it comes to sales, horses for courses.
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meet and greet
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an event or service where a person, such as a celebrity, politician, or businessperson, meets and interacts with members of the public

Ex: At the meet and greet, the celebrity took pictures with every fan who attended.
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fair and square
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done honestly, justly, or without disobeying any rules

Ex: The company promises to distribute bonuses fair and square based on performance metrics.
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from zero to hero
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used to say that someone or something has gone from a position of low status or obscurity to one of great success, fame, or popularity

Ex: With computer programming becoming an increasingly in-demand skill, many who might have been picked on in high school are now going from zeros to heroes.
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used to refer to one's closest and most intimate family members or friends

Ex: His nearest and dearest were thrilled with the good news.
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use it or lose it
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used to imply that if something is not used or practiced, it will be forgotten or taken away

Ex: If you stop using those skills, you might forget them — it’s true, use it or lose it.
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chockablock
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completely full or crowded to the point of congestion or blockage

εντελώς γεμάτος, συγκλονιστικά γεμάτος

εντελώς γεμάτος, συγκλονιστικά γεμάτος

Ex: By the time I got to the party , the place was chockablock with people .
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to walk the talk
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to actually do what one claims or preaches, and not just talk about it

Ex: She claims to support equal rights , but she has n’t walked the talk in her workplace .
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to name and shame
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to publicly identify and criticize individuals or organizations for engaging in inappropriate or unethical behavior in order to hold them accountable for their actions or punish them

Ex: Instead of naming and shaming, the company decided to handle the issue privately.
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