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sick and tired
sick and tired
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/sˈɪk ænd tˈaɪɚd/
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Idiom
Informal

annoyed or disgusted by someone or something one has been dealing with for a long time

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After months of dealing with bureaucratic red tape, he's finally sick and tired of trying to get his paperwork processed correctly.
He's sick and tired of his boss constantly micromanaging every aspect of his work, leaving him feeling demotivated and undervalued.
What is the origin of the idiom "sick and tired" and when to use it?

The origin of the phrase "sick and tired" can be traced back to the 16th century. The word "sick" in this context means weary or fed up, while "tired" means exhausted or fatigued. This idiom is used in various contexts to express profound frustration or weariness with a particular situation, person, or ongoing circumstances. This idiomatic expression is commonly used in personal conversations, informal settings, and even in written or spoken expressions of discontent.

trial and error
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/tɹˈaɪəl ænd ˈɛɹɚ/
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the process of testing a method, an idea, etc. in several ways to achieve the desired outcome

fish and chips
fish and chips
φράση
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/fˈɪʃ ænd tʃˈɪps/
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a dish of fried fish served with chips

What is "fish and chips"?

Fish and chips is a classic British dish that consists of deep-fried fish and potatoes. The fish is usually battered and deep-fried until golden brown, then served with a side of deep-fried potatoes. The dish is usually served with a side of tartar sauce or malt vinegar, and is often garnished with fresh herbs, such as parsley or mint. Fish and chips is a popular dish throughout the United Kingdom, and is often served as a main course. Fish and chips is a popular vegan and gluten-free option.

bright and early
bright and early
φράση
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/bɹˈaɪt ænd ˈɜːli/
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Idiom
Informal

at an hour of the morning that is really early

What is the origin of the idiom "bright and early" and when to use it?

The exact origin of the idiom "bright and early" is unclear, but it has been in use since at least the early 19th century. The phrase combines the words "bright" and "early" to convey the idea of starting a task or activity at the first light of day, when the sky is brightening. It is often employed in everyday conversations, informal writing, and even in more formal or professional settings.

peace and quiet
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/pˈiːs ænd kwˈaɪət/
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a state or situation that is free from disturbance, noise, or any kind of interruption or disruption, typically characterized by calmness, serenity, and tranquility

pros and cons
φράση
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/pɹˈoʊz ænd kˈɑːnz/
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N/A

Collocation

the positive and negative elements, arguments, outcomes, etc. of something

safe and sound
safe and sound
φράση
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/sˈeɪf ænd sˈaʊnd/
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Idiom

not damaged or injured in any way

What is the origin of the idiom "safe and sound" and when to use it?

The idiom "safe and sound" has its origin in Middle English. This phrase is often used to express relief or reassurance after a potentially risky or dangerous situation, such as returning home from a journey or finding something or someone thought to be lost. It can also be used metaphorically to convey emotional well-being or security.

word for word
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/wˈɜːd fɔːɹ wˈɜːd/
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Idiom

as it was originally spoken or written, without any changes or omissions

sooner or later
φράση
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/sˈuːnɚɹ ɔːɹ lˈeɪɾɚ/
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N/A

eventually, particularly after a long delay or dispute

more or less
φράση
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/mˈoːɹ ɔːɹ lˈɛs/
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N/A

used to indicate a rough estimate without precise measurements or exact figures

step by step
επίρρημα
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/stˈɛp baɪ stˈɛp/
(σταδιακά)

(σταδιακά)

βήμα βήμα

(of a task or process) in a way that moves on to the next task or process after completing the previous one

beauty
beauty
ουσιαστικό
b
b
eau
ju
t
t
y
i
(κάλλος)

(κάλλος)

ομορφιά

the quality of being attractive or pleasing, particularly to the eye

ugliness
dedication
ουσιαστικό
d
d
e
ɛ
d
d
i
ə
c
k
a
t
ʃ
io
ə
n
n
(δέσμευση)

(δέσμευση)

αφοσίωση

time and effort that a person persistently puts into something that they value, such as a job or goal

maturity
ουσιαστικό
m
m
a
ə
t
ʧ
u
ʊ
r
r
i
ɪ
t
t
y
i
(ενηλικίωση)

(ενηλικίωση)

ωριμότητα

the state and quality of being mentally and behaviorally rational and sensible

immaturity
style
ουσιαστικό
s
s
t
t
y
l
l
e
(κατάσταση)

(κατάσταση)

στυλ

the manner in which something takes place or is accomplished

success
success
ουσιαστικό
s
s
u
ə
c
k
c
s
e
ɛ
ss
s
(κατορθωμένο αποτέλεσμα)

(κατορθωμένο αποτέλεσμα)

επιτυχία

the fact of reaching what one tried for or desired

failure
vision
ουσιαστικό
v
v
i
ɪ
s
ʒ
io
ə
n
n
(όραμα)

(όραμα)

οπτική

a mental image of what one wants or hopes to achieve in the future

comical
comical
επίθετο
c
k
o
ɑ
m
m
i
ɪ
c
k
a
ə
l
l
(αστεία (as an adjective)

(αστεία (as an adjective)

κωμικός

causing laughter or amusement because of being funny or ridiculous

dramatic
dramatic
επίθετο
d
d
r
r
a
ə
m
m
a
æ
t
t
i
ɪ
c
k
(θεατρικός)

(θεατρικός)

δραματικός

related to acting, plays, or the theater

undramatic
flowing
επίθετο
f
f
l
l
o
oʊɪ
w
i
n
n
g
g
(ροής)

(ροής)

ρέων

smooth and continuous without interruption

lifelike
επίθετο
l
l
i
f
f
e
l
l
i
k
k
e
(ρεαλιστικός)

(ρεαλιστικός)

ζωντανός

having the appearance or qualities that closely resemble or imitate real life

moving
επίθετο
m
m
o
u
v
v
i
ɪ
n
n
g
g
(συγκινητικός)

(συγκινητικός)

κινητός

causing powerful emotions of sympathy or sorrow

unmoving
original
επίθετο
o
ɜ
r
r
i
ɪ
g
ʤ
i
ə
n
n
a
ə
l
l
(πρωτότυπος)

(πρωτότυπος)

αρχικός

existing at the start of a specific period or process

romantic
επίθετο
r
r
o
m
m
a
æ
n
n
t
t
i
ɪ
c
k
(ρομαντική)

(ρομαντική)

ρομαντικός

related to a cultural and artistic movement characterized by an emphasis on emotion, individualism, and appreciation of nature

cutting-edge
cutting-edge
επίθετο
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/ˈkʌtɪŋ ˈɛʤ/
(πρωτοποριακός)

(πρωτοποριακός)

υψηλής τεχνολογίας

having the latest and most advanced features or design

family-oriented
επίθετο
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/fˈæmɪliˈoːɹiəntᵻd/
(με προσανατολισμό στην οικογένεια)

(με προσανατολισμό στην οικογένεια)

οικογενειακά προσανατολισμένος

focused on family values, activities, or relationships

little-known
επίθετο
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/lˈɪtəlnˈoʊn/
(ελάχιστα αναγνωρισμένο)

(ελάχιστα αναγνωρισμένο)

λίγο γνωστό

not widely or generally recognized

open-air
επίθετο
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/ˈoʊpənˈɛɹ/
(ανοιχτός χώρος)

(ανοιχτός χώρος)

υπαίθριος

(of an area or space) situated outside and is not covered or enclosed in any way

world-famous
world-famous
επίθετο
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/wˈɜːldfˈeɪməs/
(διεθνώς αναγνωρίσιμος)

(διεθνώς αναγνωρίσιμος)

παγκοσμίως διάσημος

widely known and recognized around the world

black-and-white
black-and-white
επίθετο
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/blˈækændwˈaɪt/
(μαυρόασπρος)

(μαυρόασπρος)

ασπρόμαυρος

(of a motion picture, photograph, etc.) showing only black, white, and gray colors

color

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