highbrow

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pretentious

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intimidating

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dingy

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forefront

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to perish

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soppy

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raucous

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obnoxious

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compelling

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riveting

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witty

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hilarious

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repugnant

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conventional

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enchanting

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evocative

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primitive

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intriguing

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The origin of the idiom "get off on the wrong foot" is not precisely known, but it likely stems from the idea that starting a journey or any task with the wrong foot forward would make the entire experience more challenging. The phrase "wrong foot" symbolizes an incorrect or unfavorable start, suggesting that a misstep or negative beginning can set the tone for what follows.  It is employed when someone wants to convey that the initial stages of an endeavor or encounter have been less than ideal, often due to misunderstandings, mistakes, or conflicts.

What is the origin of the idiom "get off on the wrong foot" and when to use it?

to [get|start] off on the wrong foot

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to swallow

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The idiom "back the right horse" originated in horse racing in the late 19th century. When betting on horses, it was important to support the contender most likely to win a race. Over time, the term took on a broader meaning to describe supporting or promoting the most favorable option in any situation.

What is the origin of the idiom "back the right horse" and when to use it?

to [back] the right horse

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The idiom "hit the nail on the head" originated from carpentry, referring to literally striking a nail perfectly in one attempt on the center of its head with a hammer. This idiom emerged in the early 16th century, capturing how difficult but satisfactory it was to precisely target the small head of a nail. The expression is now used to describe getting straight to the heart of a matter, or precisely identifying and understanding an issue.

What is the origin of the idiom "hit the nail on the head" and when to use it?

to [hit] the nail on the head

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jaunty

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frenetic

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brisk

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soothing

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amble

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sluggish

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The idiom "uphill battle" is originated from the physical difficulty of climbing up a steep hill, which requires extra effort and energy. This expression is used to refer to a situation where progress or success is hard to achieve due to obstacles, resistance, or unfavorable circumstances.

What is the origin of the idiom "uphill battle" and when to use it?

uphill battle

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Here you will find the words from Vocabulary Insight 7 in the Insight Advanced coursebook, such as "perish", "forefront", "evocative", etc.

Insight Avancé "Vocabulaire Insight 7"