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Decisión y Control - Fuerza y ​​obligación

Sumérjase en modismos ingleses sobre fuerza y ​​obligación, como "be boxed into a corner" y "the call of duty".

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English idioms related to Decision & Control

to leave someone no choice but to do something they would not do otherwise

Ex: The lack of available options forced the homeowner's hand, making them accept a lower offer for their property.

to make someone do something by putting them under pressure, especially to get money from them

Ex: The mob boss put the squeeze on the small business owner, demanding monthly protection payments to ensure their safety.

to reduce or restrain a person's freedom, influence, or authority

Ex: The controlling partner clipped her wings by isolating her from friends and family, ensuring her dependence and limiting her options.

to place someone in a situation in which they have no choice but to accept one's offer or request

tener a algn con el agua al cuello

tener a algn con el agua al cuello

Ex: The evidence of wrongdoing had the corrupt politician over a barrel, leaving them vulnerable to exposure and potential legal consequences.

to make use of one's power or authority to force someone to work harder or behave better

Ex: The drill sergeant cracked the whip during boot camp, instilling discipline and obedience in the recruits through rigorous training and strict regulations.

to be placed in a problematic situation to which there is no favorable solution

Ex: The employee's constant mistakes and lack of improvement left the manager boxed into a corner, considering termination as the only viable option.

to have no option but to make use of people or things of very poor quality

Ex: The coach had to scrape the the bottom of barrel for substitutes after multiple injuries, putting inexperienced players on the field for the crucial game.

used to say that one's freedom in action is limited by a rule or law

Ex: The project manager wanted to allocate more resources to a struggling team, but budget constraints and upper management decisions meant his hands were tied in providing additional support.

to do something without real interest, feeling, or effort

Ex: The student had lost interest in the subject and went through the motions of studying , without absorbing the material .

the feeling or belief that one must do or accomplish something

Ex: The community volunteer felt the call of duty and dedicated their time to help those in need during times of crisis.

to get an advantage from doing something that is forced upon one

Ex: Instead of dwelling on the setbacks, the entrepreneur made a virtue of necessity and used their failed business venture as a valuable learning experience to launch a successful new project.

used to say that someone has two options, either accept what has been said or leave it be

a mi manera o nada

a mi manera o nada

Ex: The coach 's authoritarian coaching style employed a their way or the highway" mentality , leaving players with no choice but to conform or leave the team .

something that limits or takes away one's freedom to do what one wants

Ex: For Tom, his smartphone addiction had become a digital ball and chain, constantly distracting him and impeding his productivity.
marching orders
[Sustantivo]

a set of instructions from a person in authority concerning what one must do or how to do it

órdenes de marcha, instrucciones

órdenes de marcha, instrucciones

Ex: As the battle commenced , the general issued the soldiers marching orders, directing them to advance and secure the strategic hill .

offered or provided without any hidden agendas, requirements, or consequences

Ex: The scholarship covered all expenses for the recipient's education, including tuition, books, and housing, without any strings attached.
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