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to say that someone's opinion or judgment is completely wrong
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.
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to repeatedly try to do or achieve something without success
(Μου ήρθε στο μυαλό)
Καθώς το σκέφτομαι
used to introduce a thought or realization that occurred to one during a conversation
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in a similar or identical situation to someone else, particularly a difficult or unpleasant one
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.
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to violently criticize or punish a person over what they did or said
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.
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to directly tell a person a fact, usually one that is unpleasant
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] {sth} in the bud](https://cdn.langeek.co/photo/21278/original/?type=jpeg)
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to immediately prevent something, particularly something problematic, before it has time to develop
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] {sth} in stride](https://cdn.langeek.co/photo/43202/original/?type=jpeg)
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to calmly cope with something that is difficult or disturbing
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.
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to intentionally not take action or not address an issue or problem, especially when one should have, often resulting in a negative consequence
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to suffer or endure something unfair without ever complaining or protesting
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not allowed or possible
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.
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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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