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economical with the truth
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hard of hearing
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senior citizen
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behind the times
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to have seen better days
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to get on
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under the weather
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challenging
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chilly
economical with the truth
Frase
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/ˌiːkənˈɑːmɪkəl wɪððə tɹˈuːθ/
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Idiom
Informal

telling only part of the truth or being vague in speech

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She suspected her friend was being economical with the truth when he offered a vague explanation for his sudden change in behavior, leaving out important details.
The journalist exposed the CEO's tendency to be economical with the truth by uncovering hidden financial transactions that contradicted the company's public statements.
hard of hearing
hard of hearing
Frase
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/hˈɑːɹd ʌv hˈɪɹɪŋ/
duro de oído

duro de oído

unable to hear properly

senior citizen
senior citizen
Sustantivo
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/sˈiːnjɚ sˈɪɾɪzən/
persona mayor

persona mayor

an old person, especially someone who is retired

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Sustantivo Compuesto
behind the times
behind the times
Frase
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/bɪhˌaɪnd ðə tˈaɪmz/
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Disapproving
Idiom

(of a person) not keeping up with current trends, ideas, or advancements

What is the origin of the idiom "behind the times" and when to use it?

The idiom "behind the times" likely originated in the late 19th or early 20th century. It is used to describe an individual who holds outdated beliefs, follows traditional practices, or has not adapted to modern trends and advancements.

to [have] (seen|known) better days
to have seen better days
Frase
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/hæv sˈiːn nˈoʊn bˈɛɾɚ dˈeɪz/
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Idiom

to be in a very poor condition, particularly compared to the past

What is the origin of the idiom "have seen better days" and when to use it?

The idiom "have seen better days" is believed to have originated in the 16th century, and was used to describe buildings, objects, etc. that were once in good condition but had fallen into disrepair. The phrase is now used to describe anything that was once good or successful but is now past its prime or in decline. This phrase is often used to describe people or things that have experienced a decline in fortune or quality.

to get on
to get on
Verbo
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/ɡɛt ˈɑn/
(hacerse mayor)

(hacerse mayor)

envejecer

to have or approach old age

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Intransitivo
Estado Frasal
inseparable
verbo de la frase
get
partícula de la frase
on
under the weather
under the weather
Frase
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/ˌʌndɚ ðə wˈɛðɚ/
mal

mal

Idiom
Informal

feeling unwell or slightly ill

What is the origin of the idiom "under the weather" and when to use it?

The idiom "under the weather" has origins in the sailing world and dates back to the 18th century. It originated from sailors who would often feel sick or unwell due to rough weather conditions, which could cause them to feel unwell or seasick. The phrase evolved to describe someone who is feeling sick or not in good health. It is used to indicate that someone is feeling unwell or experiencing a mild illness. It suggests a temporary state of physical discomfort or sickness.

challenging
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(desafiante)

(desafiante)

retador

difficult to accomplish, requiring skill or effort

chilly
chilly
Adjetivo
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frío

frío

cold in an unpleasant or uncomfortable way

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