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to make promises that are impossible to be fulfilled or be kept
The phrase "promise someone the moon" is an idiomatic expression that denotes making impractical promises or commitments to someone. The exact origin is not precisely documented, but it is rooted in the idea of offering something extremely grand or valuable, such as the moon, earth, or the entire world, as a pledge.
(annoncer)
promettre
to make a prediction about a future event or outcome
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(prévoir)
anticiper
to expect or predict that something will happen
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(assurance)
promesse
an assurance or declaration indicating the possible success or occurrence of something in the future
prometteur
indicating potential for success or positive outcomes
(jurément)
serment
a serious promise or statement made by someone to tell the truth, often with the belief that breaking the promise will have serious consequences
jurer
to state that what one is saying is true
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(insulter)
jurer
to use offensive or vulgar language in order to express strong emotions
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ne jurer que par
to be certain that something is good or useful
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(faire un toast à)
porter un toast à
to propose a toast to someone or something
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(promesse)
engagement
a binding commitment to do or give or refrain from something
jurer
to make a sincere promise to do or not to do something particular
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vœux
a serious and formal promise, made especially during a wedding or religious ceremony
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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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to fail to keep a promise or commitment that was previously made
parier
to risk money on the result of a coming event by trying to predict it
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(mise)
pari
the act of gambling
jeux d'argent
the action or activity of betting on uncertain outcomes or playing games of chance, hoping to win money or prizes
intérêt
an amount of money invested in a business
(engager)
parier
to risk or place money or valuables on the outcome of an event
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(en danger)
en jeu
used to refer to something that is in danger of being lost or negatively impacted
(mettre en jeu)
parier
stake on the outcome of an issue
(enjeu)
pari
a bet or a monetary stake placed on the outcome of an event
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the best or most possible thing or action that can help one achieve success in something
The idiom "best bet" is believed to have originated in the late 19th century, with the first recorded use of the phrase found in the novel "The Light that Failed" from 1891. The expression likely evolved from the concept of betting on a horse race, where selecting the best horse to bet on would be the most advantageous choice. Over time, the phrase has come to be used more broadly to refer to the most reliable or favorable course of action in various contexts.
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used to show that someone has made a good suggestion or guess
The origin of the idiom "you bet" can be traced back to the early 19th century. It developed from the phrase "you may bet on it," which conveyed a strong assurance or affirmation. Over time, it evolved into the shortened form "you bet." The idiom signifies a confident agreement or affirmation of a statement or proposition.
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to support both sides in a competition or conflict in order to protect oneself against loss
The idiom "hedge one's bets" has its origins in the world of gambling, specifically in betting on horse races. It refers to the practice of placing multiple bets on different horses in a race to increase the chances of winning and reduce potential losses. The idea is that if one bet fails, the other bets may still pay off. The term "hedge" in this context suggests the use of a hedge to mark the boundary of the betting area at a racetrack. In contemporary usage, the phrase is used more broadly to indicate that someone is taking precautionary measures or diversifying their options to minimize risk or uncertainty, especially when facing an uncertain outcome.
(les probabilités)
les cotes
the likelihood or probability of something actually taking place
résolution
a firm decision to do something or to behave in a certain way, often made after careful consideration
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