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Inglese e Conoscenza del Mondo per l'ACT - Espressioni utili

Qui imparerai alcuni utili idiomi inglesi come "libero sfogo", "pareggiare", "in disaccordo", ecc. che ti aiuteranno a superare i tuoi ACT.

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ACT Vocabulary for English and World Knowledge

to be wise enough to avoid certain behaviors or thoughts

Ex: The company 's executives should known better than to ignore customer complaints for so long .
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to do something too earlier than its right time

iniziare qualcosa prima di quanto sia accettabile

iniziare qualcosa prima di quanto sia accettabile

Ex: They were jumping the gun by assuming the project was a success before it was completed.
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to expand one's knowledge, experiences, or perspectives, often by exploring new places, ideas, or cultures, with the aim of gaining a broader understanding of the world

allargare l'orizzonte

allargare l'orizzonte

Ex: Engaging in meaningful conversations with people from diverse backgrounds can expand your mind and widen your understanding of the world.
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to provide clarification, understanding, or insight into a topic, situation, or problem

Ex: The therapist's questions were designed to shed light on the underlying reasons for the patient's anxiety.
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a significant difference between two things, often in a disappointing or unfavorable way

Ex: The current political climate a far cry from the unity and bipartisanship that the nation needs .
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bent on
[aggettivo]

determined or fully committed to pursuing a particular course of action

piegato

piegato

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to refrain from speaking or expressing one's thoughts or opinions

Ex: In situations like these , it 's often better hold your tongue and listen rather than speak impulsively .
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to fail to deal with all aspects of a problem, topic, etc.

Ex: The training session provided basic knowledge , but it scratched the surface of the complex software 's capabilities and features .
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to create a situation in which it is easier for one to do something or for something to happen

Ex: Investing in a good education pave the way for a successful career and financial stability .
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an area that is near a place in which someone resides

Ex: Our annual festival is a highlight of the year for everyone neck of the woods, bringing together residents from nearby towns and villages .
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constantly paying attention to a person or thing to prevent a problem, danger, etc.

alla ricerca di

alla ricerca di

Ex: As a dedicated teacher , she 's on the lookout for signs of bullying among her students to address the issue promptly .
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to benefit from two opposing or contradictory situations or options at the same time

Ex: You can't ignore the rules and then complain when others do the same.
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free rein
[sostantivo]

the state in which one is completely free to do or say what one desires

carta bianca

carta bianca

Ex: The parents decided to give their teenager free rein in selecting their college , allowing them to make their own decisions about their future .I genitori hanno deciso di dare **libertà** al loro adolescente nella scelta del college, permettendogli di prendere le proprie decisioni sul suo futuro.
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to naturally fit or suit a particular use or situation

Ex: Her lends itself to a wide range of mediums , from painting to sculpture .
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used to indicate that after a key event, the following developments are well-known or self-explanatory

Ex: They took a risk and invested in the startup , the rest is history— the company became a unicorn .
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to be placed in a less important or weaker position compared to that of someone else

Ex: With the advent of digital photography , film photography taken a back seat in the photography industry .
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to experience a period of financial or personal difficulty

essere nei guai

essere nei guai

Ex: After losing his job , fell on hard times and had to move back in with his parents .
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dead set
[Frase]

firmly determined and focused on the task at hand

Ex: They are dead set against the plans to close the local hospital.
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a point in a person's life or a situation where they must make a critical decision or choose between two different options or paths

Ex: After years of indecision , he finally reached fork in the road and had to choose between staying in his hometown or moving to pursue new opportunities .
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no longer popular, accepted, or supported by others

Ex: The old teaching method has out of favor with educators who now prefer more interactive approaches .
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to twist and rub one's hands together out of distress or worry

Ex: The wrung his hands as he waited for his parents to pick him up from school .
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to get or do what one wants despite the odds or other people's desires

avere la strada di qualcuno, leggere ciò che conosci te stesso

avere la strada di qualcuno, leggere ciò che conosci te stesso

Ex: Lily was known for her strong will and persuasive abilities, which often resulted in her getting her way during important decision-making processes.
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to enjoy or use something as much or as often as one can

Ex: The team decided to make the most of the available budget by prioritizing essential project components.
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to produce correct musical sounds by one's voive voice

avere talento musicale

avere talento musicale

Ex: His ability carry a tune made him the lead singer of the band .
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something that proves useful or valuable for a given purpose

Ex: Her extensive travels provided plenty grist to the mill for her latest novel .
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used to refer to someone who has become more comfortable or confident in conversing with people

uscire dal tuo guscio

uscire dal tuo guscio

Ex: When Jack first started his job, he was quite introverted.
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the limits of human knowledge or understanding, representing areas that remain unknown or unexplored

Ex: Understanding the origins of the universe and the fundamental laws of physics remains final frontier of scientific inquiry .
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out of nowhere
[avverbio]

in a sudden and unexpected manner, emphasizing the element of surprise

dal nulla, improvvisamente

dal nulla, improvvisamente

Ex: The car broke down out of nowhere, leaving us stranded on the side of the road .L'auto si è rotta **improvvisamente**, lasciandoci bloccati sul ciglio della strada.
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to appeal to someone's particular interests or preferences

Ex: He 's a history buff , so the museum 's collection of artifacts tickled his fancy.
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not being aware of recent information about something

Ex: out of the loop can make it challenging to stay connected in a fast-paced industry .
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to feel relief or relaxation because a period of worry, stress, or anticipation has passed

Ex: When the missing child was found unharmed, the entire community breathed a collective sigh of relief.
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to be occupied by a large number of things

Ex: The cake was generously frosted, with layers of cream and filling, almost bursting at the seams with sweetness.
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in a way that goes unnoticed or avoids attracting any attention

Ex: The hacker attempted to conduct cyberattacks under the radar, employing sophisticated techniques to avoid detection by security systems.
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to reach a point where gains equal losses, resulting in a balance

Ex: The restaurant aimed break even after a slow month of sales .
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at odds
[Frase]

(with reference to two things) in contrast to each other instead of correspondence

Ex: The artist 's abstract painting at odds with the traditional style of the gallery , eliciting mixed reactions from the visitors .
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to use something for personal gain in an unfair or dishonest manner

Ex: The company was accused taking advantage of tax loopholes to avoid paying its fair share of taxes .
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face value
[sostantivo]

the obvious meaning or worth of something, without looking deeper

valore nominale

valore nominale

Ex: At face value, the deal seemed fair , but a closer look showed hidden costs .A **prima vista**, l'affare sembrava equo, ma un esame più attento ha rivelato costi nascosti.
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flip side
[Frase]

the opposite or contrasting aspect of a situation, idea, or argument

Ex: flip side of taking on more responsibility at work is the increased stress and pressure .
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to make unfavorable remarks about someone

fare commenti sfavorevoli su qualcuno

fare commenti sfavorevoli su qualcuno

Ex: dragged his name through the mire by accusing him of a crime he did n't commit .
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to be dismissed or expelled from a place, job, or position

Ex: She never imagined that a simple misunderstanding would lead to being out on her ear.
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to do something without real interest, feeling, or effort

fare qualcosa senza un reale interesse

fare qualcosa senza un reale interesse

Ex: The student had lost interest in the subject and went through the motions of studying , without absorbing the material .
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to have a significant impact or influence on something

Ex: made inroads on their own traditional attachment to ' capital ' and implemented a tax on short-term capital gains in 1962 .
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turning point
[sostantivo]

a point at which a drastic change occurs in a situation, especially one that makes it improve

svolta

svolta

Ex: The upcoming meeting could be a turning point for the project , determining its success or failure .Il prossimo incontro potrebbe essere un **punto di svolta** per il progetto, determinandone il successo o il fallimento.
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to assume without question that something is true

[dare] per scontato

[dare] per scontato

Ex: Over time, people tend to take their freedom for granted.
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in a similar or identical situation to someone else, particularly a difficult or unpleasant one

essere al tuo posto

essere al tuo posto

Ex: As a manager, he made an effort to be fair and considerate, always trying to put himself in his employees' shoes to better understand their perspectives.
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an unexpected or unusual occurrence or event that alters the course of events

Ex: He never expected to win the lottery — it was just quirk of fate that he happened to buy a ticket that day .
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