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cold fish
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(as) hard as nails
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a pain in the neck
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one's heart is in the right place
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awkward
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high-flyer
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loner
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tough customer
cold fish
Cold fish
[ Sustantivo ]
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/kˈoʊld fˈɪʃ/
(odioso)

(odioso)

antipático

Idiom

someone who does not express emotions and is considered unfriendly

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At social gatherings, she tends to be a bit of a cold fish, preferring to keep to herself rather than engaging with others.
Her colleagues found her difficult to approach, as she seemed like a cold fish, never showing much interest in their conversations.
What is the origin of the idiom "cold fishing" and when to use it?

The idiom "cold fish" has its roots in the early 20th century and it likely stems from the association of fish with cold-blooded animals that do not exhibit warm emotions or expressions. It is used to describe someone who seems unfeeling, aloof, or indifferent, often making it difficult for others to form a close or emotional connection with them.

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(as|) (hard|tough) as nails
(as) hard as nails
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/æz hˈɑːɹd tˈʌf æz nˈeɪlz/
N/A

N/A

Idiom
Informal

a tough person who is not easily affected by emotions

What is the origin of the idiom "hard as nails" and when to use it?

The origin of the phrase "hard as nails" can be traced back to the 19th century. The phrase likely emerged from the association between the physical hardness of nails. This phrase is typically used in informal contexts to describe someone's ability to withstand challenges, maintain a strong demeanor, or exhibit unwavering resolve.

a pain in the neck
A pain in the neck
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/ɐ pˈeɪn ɪnðə nˈɛk/
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Idiom
Informal

a person or thing that causes one great annoyance or a lot of difficulty

What is the origin of the idiom "a pain in the neck" and when to use it?

The idiom "a pain in the neck" uses the metaphor of physical discomfort or annoyance in the neck area to express a sense of frustration or exasperation. It is used to convey the idea that the person or thing being referred to is causing significant inconvenience or annoyance, similar to a persistent pain in the neck.

{one's} heart [is] in the right place
one's heart is in the right place
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/wˈʌnz hˈɑːɹt ɪz ɪnðə ɹˈaɪt plˈeɪs/
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Idiom

having good intentions, even if the results are not perfect

What is the origin of the idiom "one's heart is in the right place" and when to use it?

The phrase "one's heart is in the right place" has been in use for a long time, but its specific origin is unclear. This idiom can be applied to various situations where someone genuinely cares but may not always act perfectly. It reminds us to focus on the goodness of someone's intentions rather than solely judging their actions.

Awkward
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/ˈɑkwɝd/, /ˈɔkwɝd/
embarazoso

embarazoso

difficult to manage or deal with because of complexity or inconvenience

High-flyer
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/hˈaɪflˈaɪɚ/
persona con ambición

persona con ambición

someone who is likely to succeed because of their ambitiousness or capabilities, particularly in their career or education

loner
Loner
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/ˈɫoʊnɝ/
(solitario)

(solitario)

individualista

a person who actively avoids having any interaction with others

tough customer
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/tˈʌf tɹˈɪki ˈɔːkwɚd kˈʌstəmɚ/
(persona exigente)

(persona exigente)

cliente difícil

someone who is difficult to please or deal with, and is often demanding or critical in their expectations

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