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Décrire les Gens - Interest

Plongez dans les idiomes anglais concernant les intérêts, comme "coeur et âme" et "comme un papillon de nuit vers une flamme".

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English idioms used to Describe People

to start having feelings of attachment or fascination toward someone or something

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Ex: Mark takes a shine to the new restaurant in town and becomes a regular customer, trying out various dishes from their menu.

making one feel extremely satisfied or fulfilled

Ex: The new house was decorated to Ellen's liking, with a blend of modern and rustic elements that matched her style perfectly.

to give someone or something an excessive amount of care or affection

Ex: Whenever Sarah visits, Grandma always makes a fuss over her, showering her with affection and cooking her favorite meals.

to go directly and quickly towards someone or something, typically with a clear and focused intention, often without any delays or distractions along the way

Ex: Whenever the teacher enters the classroom, the students make a beeline for her to ask questions and seek guidance.

to have a strong sense of care or affection for someone or something

Ex: Mark loves his vintage car to death and spends hours polishing and maintaining it.

to focus all of one's time on a particular activity one is extremely passionate about

Ex: He lives and breathes technology, constantly staying updated with the latest trends.

to make someone become impressed

Ex: The new book is blowing my socks off.The story is so engaging and the characters are so well-developed, I can't put it down.

to find something interesting, exciting, or appealing

Ex: If you enjoy solving puzzles and riddles, this escape room experience will float your boat.

to have an intense desire to get something from someone or buy something from them

Ex: The renowned doctor's expertise in her field is so well-known that patients beat a path to her door from all over the world, seeking her advice and treatment.

to have a strong sense of love or desire for someone or something

Ex: I am wild about my new car.It's so much fun to drive, and it's really beautiful.

(of an activity) to make one feel great joy

Ex: Since she was a child, singing has been meat and drink to Maria - she loves performing and has a beautiful voice.

a person that one loves and adores the most

Ex: The little puppy became the apple of her eye as soon as she laid eyes on it.

used to describe someone or something that perfectly matches one's tastes, values, or preferences

un homme comme quelqu'un les aime, une femme comme quelqu'un les aime

un homme comme quelqu'un les aime, une femme comme quelqu'un les aime

Ex: This cozy little café is after my own heart.

to be completely dedicated or obsessed with a particular activity, interest, or topic, to the point where it dominates a person's thoughts, actions, and daily life

Ex: When he was training for the marathon, running was everything to Mark - he ate, slept, and breathed running for months leading up to the race.

to develop a liking or preference for something after experiencing or trying it, often suggesting an increased desire or enjoyment for that particular thing

Ex: Janet got a taste for cooking when she took a cooking class.

used to refer to a person who is irresistibly attracted to someone or something

Ex: Mary was like a moth to a flame when it came to shopping.She loved to buy new things.

to feel really passionate about or interested in a particular person or thing

Ex: John still carries a torch for Mary, even though they broke up years ago.

a personal reason for involvement in a situation, especially when connected to financial or other gain

intérêt personnel, intérêt acquis

intérêt personnel, intérêt acquis

Ex: Politicians often protect their own vested interests.Les politiciens protègent souvent leurs **intérêts personnels**.

with one's whole being

Ex: She pursued her dream of becoming an artist with her whole heart and soul.

to get a lot of pleasure and enjoyment out of something

Ex: When the news broke about the celebrity scandal, the paparazzi had a field day - they swarmed the scene and took countless photos.
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