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Descrivere le Qualità - Descrivere le qualità

Scopri come modi di dire inglesi come "off the rails" e "asight for sore eye" si collegano alla descrizione delle qualità in inglese.

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English Idioms used to Describe Qualities

used to refer to a person or thing that is completely motionless

Ex: The child was so engrossed in the bedtime story that he lay in bed, as still as a stone, listening intently to every word.
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used to refer to someone or something that is very difficult to lift or move, due to being heavy

Ex: The backpack , filled with books and supplies , heavy as lead, causing strain on her shoulders .
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used to refer to someone or something that is very easy to lift and carry, due to having no considerable weight

leggero come una piuma

leggero come una piuma

Ex: As I let go of all my worries, I felt my mind becoming light as a feather, finding a sense of tranquility.
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in the raw
[Frase]

(of a thing) in its most natural or true state of existence

Ex: The musician performed the song in the raw, using only an acoustic guitar and her voice, creating an intimate and raw musical experience.
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a person or thing that is very strange or unattractive in appearance

Ex: The actor 's exaggerated makeup and over-the-top costume on stage were a sight for sore eyes, distracting from the performance .
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used to say that something is extreme or exciting

Ex: The artist's latest series of paintings went off the rails with their vibrant colors and abstract shapes.
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Old Harry
[sostantivo]

the devil or any character that has similarities to it

Old Harry, il diavolo

Old Harry, il diavolo

Ex: In the dark corners of the forest, locals whispered of encounters with Old Harry, a sinister presence lurking in the shadows.
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snail mail
[sostantivo]

mail that is delivered physically by the postal system as opposed to email and other electronic means

posta tradizionale, corriere postale

posta tradizionale, corriere postale

Ex: If you need to send something urgentlysnail mail is not the best option .
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a person's fist

Ex: The angry mob surged towards the police officer, their hands transformed into threatening bunches of fives.
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AWOL
[aggettivo]

referring to something that is stolen or not in its usual place

assente, scomparso

assente, scomparso

Ex: The diligent student's homework assignments were consistently AWOL, leading to concerns about their academic performance.
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to find a thing that one was searching for

Ex: After hours of searching, I was relieved to finally get a hold of the keys I thought I had lost.
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to succeed in obtaining something

Ex: After months of searching , I was thrilled to get my hands on the perfect wedding dress.
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ready to be used or obtained

Ex: The leadership role in the community project is up for grabs, and interested individuals can express their interest.
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to be available for use only due to being unwanted

Ex: If no one in the office wants the spare computer equipment, it will go spare and be donated to a local charity.
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crystal clear
[aggettivo]

(of an object) clear or thin enough for one to be able to see through it

cristallino, limpido

cristallino, limpido

Ex: The photographer captured the landscape through a crystal-clear lens, highlighting the fine details of each mountain peak.
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old school
[Frase]

adhering to traditional values, methods, or styles

Ex: The company maintains an old-school work environment, with a focus on face-to-face communication and traditional office practices.
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extremely or unusually small in size or importance

Ex: When I first started working at the company , my opinion was knee-high to a grasshopper.
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very appealing to the eyes

Ex: This charming cottage dates back to the 15th century and as pretty as a picture, with its thatched roof and secluded garden .
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used to refer to a place that is completely silent or quiet, with no noise or sound at all

Ex: When the power went out during the night , the house as silent as the grave, creating an eerie atmosphere .
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used of someone or something that is seen or considered very normal in America

Ex: The patriotic movie portrayed the protagonist as a character as American as apple pie, embodying values of freedom and resilience.
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used to say that something is not following the planned or expected course

Ex: The politician 's campaign was expected to be a smooth ride , but it 's been plagued by scandals and is off the rails.
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in alignment with a specific path, course, or set of guidelines within a given context or framework

ad un certo punto durante l'azione

ad un certo punto durante l'azione

Ex: The organization will continue to innovate along the line of technological advancements, staying ahead of the competition.
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