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foraging
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(raccolta di risorse)

(raccolta di risorse)

ricerca di cibo

the act of searching or gathering food, resources, or provisions in the natural environment, typically done by animals

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The bear spent the morning foraging for berries in the forest.
Squirrels rely on foraging to gather nuts for the winter.
self-sufficient
self-sufficient
aggettivo
uk flag
/ˌsɛɫfsəˈfɪʃənt/, /ˌsɛɫfsəˈfɪʃɪnt/
autosufficiente

autosufficiente

capable of providing everything that one needs, particularly food, without any help from others

flat-pack
sostantivo
uk flag
/flˈætpˈæk/
(arredo in kit)

(arredo in kit)

mobile smontabile

a piece of furniture or equipment that is sold in parts and is delivered to the buyer in a box so that they can put it together and then use it

assembly line
sostantivo
uk flag
/ɐsˈɛmbli lˈaɪn/
(catena di montaggio)

(catena di montaggio)

linea di assemblaggio

a production process where a product is put together in a step-by-step manner by different people or machines, each responsible for a specific task

What is an "assembly line"?

An assembly line is a production method where a product is created step by step as it moves along a conveyor or through a series of workstations. Each worker or machine performs a specific task at each stage, and the product is gradually built up. This method is used in many industries to produce goods quickly and efficiently, allowing for mass production. The process is designed to make manufacturing faster, reduce labor costs, and improve consistency and quality in the final product.

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ethos
sostantivo
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(spirito)

(spirito)

etica

the fundamental values and beliefs that influence and guide the behavior and attitudes of a person, group, or organization

pipe dream
pipe dream
sostantivo
uk flag
/pˈaɪp dɹˈiːm/
sogno irrealizzabile

sogno irrealizzabile

Idiom
Informal

an impractical or impossible idea, plan, or wish

What is the origin of the idiom "pipe dream" and when to use it?

The idiom "pipe dream" originated in the early 20th century and was originally associated with the idea of hallucinations experienced by smokers of opium pipes, leading to unrealistic visions. Over time, it evolved to describe any impractical or unattainable vision or plan.

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to splash out
to splash out
Verbo
uk flag
/splˈæʃ ˈaʊt/
sperperare

sperperare

to spend a lot of money on fancy or unnecessary things

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inseparable
verbo della frase
splash
particella della frase
out
to [live] beyond {one's} means
to live beyond one's means
Frase
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/lˈaɪv bɪjˌɑːnd wˈʌnz mˈiːnz/
spendere più soldi di quanto uno possa permettersi di spendere

spendere più soldi di quanto uno possa permettersi di spendere

Idiom

to spend in a way that exceeds one's income

What is the origin of the idiom "live beyond one's means" and when to use it?

The origin of the phrase "live beyond one's means" is not specific, but it is a reflection of the idea that individuals should only spend as much as they can afford, based on their income and resources. This idiom is used to describe a lifestyle where a person spends more money than their income can comfortably support, leading to financial difficulties or debt.

to [make] (both|) ends meet
to make (both) ends meet
Frase
uk flag
/mˌeɪk bˈoʊθ ˈɛndz mˈiːt/
vivere con gli introiti

vivere con gli introiti

Idiom

to make enough money to pay for one's basic needs

What is the origin of the idiom "make ends meet" and when to use it?

The origin of the idiom "make ends meet" is uncertain, but it dates back to at least the 17th century and is thought to have originated from accounting or financial terminology. It is used to describe the act of managing one's finances in a way that allows them to cover all their expenses with their available income, without going into debt or experiencing financial hardship.

to fritter away
to fritter away
Verbo
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/fɹˈɪɾɚɹ ɐwˈeɪ/
(sperperare)

(sperperare)

dilapidare

to slowly and carelessly waste or use up something, such as time, money, resources, or opportunities

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separable
verbo della frase
fritter
particella della frase
away
poverty-stricken
aggettivo
uk flag
/pˈɑːvɚɾistɹˈɪkən/
poveri

poveri

suffering from extreme deprivation

to squander
to squander
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(sprecarе)

(sprecarе)

squilibrare

to waste or misuse something valuable, such as money, time, or opportunities

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insurance
sostantivo
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assicurazione

assicurazione

the arrangement with an institute or agency according to which they guarantee to make up for the damages in the event of an accident or loss

standing order
sostantivo
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/stˈændɪŋ ˈɔːɹdɚ/
(istruzione permanente)

(istruzione permanente)

ordine permanente

a permanent instruction or procedure that remains in effect until it is altered or terminated

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premium
sostantivo
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(indennità)

(indennità)

premio

the amount of money paid to an insurance company in exchange for coverage or protection against specified risks or potential losses

contactless
aggettivo
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senza contatto

senza contatto

(of interactions or payments) done without physical touch, often using wireless technology

liability insurance
sostantivo
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/lˌaɪəbˈɪlɪɾi ɪnʃˈʊɹəns/
(polizza di responsabilità)

(polizza di responsabilità)

assicurazione di responsabilità civile

a form of insurance that offers financial protection to individuals or businesses against legal obligations and expenses resulting from injuries, damages, or losses caused to others

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current account
sostantivo
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/kˈɜːɹənt ɐkˈaʊnt/
(contocorrente)

(contocorrente)

conto corrente

a bank account that allows frequent deposits and withdrawals, typically using checks, with no prior notice required

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debit
sostantivo
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addebito

addebito

an entry indicating an increase in assets or an expense, and a decrease in debts or income

credit
bonus
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bonus

bonus

the extra money that we get, besides our salary, as a reward

comprehensive
comprehensive
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(esaustivo)

completo

covering or including all aspects of something

noncomprehensive
policy
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politica

politica

a set of ideas or a plan of action that has been chosen officially by a group of people, an organization, a political party, etc.

third party
sostantivo
uk flag
/θˈɜːd pˈɑːɹɾi/
(entità esterna)

(entità esterna)

terza parte

a person or entity that is not directly involved in a particular transaction or agreement, but may have legal rights or obligations related to it

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strapped
strapped
aggettivo
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(in difficoltà finanziaria)

(in difficoltà finanziaria)

a corto di soldi

having a limited amount of something, especially of money

the breadline
the breadline
sostantivo
uk flag
/ðə bɹˈɛdlaɪn/
soglia della  povertà

soglia della povertà

Idiom

the income level below which a person is considered to be living in poverty or experiencing financial hardship

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

The idiom "the breadline" originated in the early 20th century during the Great Depression, which began in 1929 and lasted for several years. This phrase is used to describe the income level or economic threshold below which a person or family is considered to be living in poverty and experiencing financial hardship.

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