Éxito - Power

Explora modismos en inglés relacionados con el poder, incluyendo "estar en ascenso" y "pez gordo".

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to be on the way up

[Frase]

to be rising up to a higher position or level

Ex: The local bakery been on the way up since they introduced their new line of pastries .

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anyone who is anyone

[Frase]

the important or influential people in a particular field or social setting

Ex: The prestigious gala dinner is attended by business tycoons, philanthropists, and political leaders.

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big cheese

[Sustantivo]

someone of great importance or influence

pez gordo, mandamás

Ex: The professor is a big cheese in the academic world , known for her groundbreaking research and expertise in the field .El profesor es un **pez gordo** en el mundo académico, conocido por su investigación innovadora y su experiencia en el campo.

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big enchilada

[Sustantivo]

an individual who is very famous or influential

pez gordo, figura influyente

Ex: The renowned scientist , Dr. Rebecca Thompson , is considered the big enchilada in the field of quantum physics .La renombrada científica, la Dra. Rebecca Thompson, es considerada **el gran pez** en el campo de la física cuántica. Su investigación innovadora ha revolucionado la comunidad científica.

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big fish

[Sustantivo]

a person whose fame or influence has widely spread

pez gordo, figura importante

Ex: Emily is considered a big fish in the music industry .Emily es considerada un **pez gordo** en la industria musical. Como cantante y compositora exitosa, tiene una gran base de fans y es muy solicitada por las discográficas.

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big gun

[Sustantivo]

a person or an organization that possesses great power or influence

pez gordo, peso pesado

Ex: The United Nations is considered a big gun in global diplomacy .Las Naciones Unidas son consideradas un **peso pesado** en la diplomacia global.

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big shot

[Sustantivo]

someone of great importance or influence

pez gordo, personaje importante

Ex: In the world of sports , a star athlete can be considered a big shot.En el mundo del deporte, un atleta estrella puede ser considerado un **pez gordo**. Son altamente habilidosos y tienen un impacto significativo en el éxito del equipo.

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big wheel

[Sustantivo]

a person who has a lot of power or influence in a particular field, business, or community

pez gordo, personaje importante

Ex: The CEO is the big wheel of the entire company , with control over all major decisions .El CEO es la **rueda grande** de toda la empresa, con control sobre todas las decisiones importantes.

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to come up in the world

[Frase]

to rise in wealth or status

progresar

Ex: The young man started out working as a janitor , but he had big dreams going up in the world and becoming a successful businessman .

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head honcho

[Sustantivo]

a person of great importance or influence

gran jefe, jefe máximo

Ex: When the head honcho of the organization visited the local branch , everyone was on their best behavior and worked extra hard to impress him .Cuando el **gran jefe** de la organización visitó la sucursal local, todos estuvieron en su mejor comportamiento y trabajaron más duro para impresionarlo.

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large and in charge

[Frase]

having power or authority and commanding respect and attention, often implying confidence, assertiveness, and control

Ex: The new boss came in on the first daylarge and in charge, ready to take the company in a new direction .

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tall poppy

[Sustantivo]

a successful person who becomes the target of criticism or resentment from others because of their achievements or prominence

espiga alta, persona exitosa que atrae críticas

Ex: When the actor won an award for her performance , some critics accused her of being a tall poppy, saying that she was overrated and undeserving of the recognition .Cuando la actriz ganó un premio por su actuación, algunos críticos la acusaron de ser una **amapola alta**, diciendo que estaba sobrevalorada y no merecía el reconocimiento.

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the powers that be

[Frase]

the individuals or groups who hold the most authority or influence in a particular organization, community, or situation

Ex: When it comes to deciding which shows get renewed and which get canceled, the powers that be at the network make the final decision.

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mover and (a) shaker

[Frase]

a person who has a significant influence and is actively involved in bringing about change or progress in a particular field or industry

Ex: The new CEO is a mover and shaker who has already implemented several major changes in the company .

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sleeping giant

[Sustantivo]

a person, organization, or entity that has immense potential, power, or influence, but is currently inactive, unaware, or not utilizing their capabilities

gigante dormido, coloso dormido

Ex: The startup company has an innovative technology and a talented team , making it a sleeping giant.La startup tiene una tecnología innovadora y un equipo talentoso, lo que la convierte en un **gigante dormido**.

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men in (gray) suits

[Frase]

the people who have a lot of power and authority within an organization but are not known by many people

Ex: The protesters are tired of being ignored by men in suits who run the government and the corporations .

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the corridors of power

[Frase]

the influential and decision-making circles within a government, organization, or institution

pasillos del poder

Ex: The journalist 's investigation revealed the corruption that was taking place the halls of power, where powerful individuals were making deals that benefited themselves rather than the public .

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the gnomes of Zurich

[Frase]

a group of powerful bankers or investors particularly from Switzerland who are believed to have secret political influence

Ex: The journalist's investigation uncovered a network of the gnomes of Zurich who were involved in manipulating global currency markets for their own benefit.

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