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a large sum of money

grande somma di denaro

grande somma di denaro

Ex: The wedding ceremony at the exclusive venue was lovely , but it came with a price tag an arm and leg.
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dive
[sostantivo]

a cheap disreputable nightclub or dance hall

locale notturno squallido, ballatoio malfamato

locale notturno squallido, ballatoio malfamato

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fat chance
[sostantivo]

used to say that one doubts that something can ever happen or be true

neanche per sogno, niente da fare

neanche per sogno, niente da fare

Ex: Fat chance he 'll admit he was wrong ; he 's too stubborn .**Poca probabilità** che ammetta di aver sbagliato; è troppo testardo.
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blimp
[sostantivo]

a person who is significantly overweight, often used in a humorous or exaggerated manner

pallone, ciccione

pallone, ciccione

Ex: She said she would need to exercise more to avoid putting on more weight and becoming a blimp.Ha detto che avrebbe bisogno di fare più esercizio per evitare di aumentare di peso e diventare un **dirigibile**.
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come off it
[interiezione]

used to tell someone that they should stop saying or doing a particular thing

smettila

smettila

Ex: He told us he could make us millionaires overnight ; we had to tell him to come off it .Ci ha detto che poteva renderci milionari in una notte; abbiamo dovuto dirgli di **smettila**.
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fries
[sostantivo]

thin slices of potato that have been cooked in hot oil until they are crispy and golden brown

patatine fritte, fritte

patatine fritte, fritte

Ex: They shared a large portion of fries at the table .Hanno condiviso una grande porzione di **patatine fritte** a tavola.
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to quickly make a meal for oneself, often due to a time constraint

Ex: I'm too tired to cook tonight; let's just grab a bite from the nearby takeout place.
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to be really stressed, angry, or upset about something that has happened or is going to happen

diventare arrabbiato,  eccitato

diventare arrabbiato, eccitato

Ex: I can already imagine having a cow when he sees the dent on his car .
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to have a strong interest or attraction toward a particular person or thing

Ex: He’s into sports, especially basketball, and watches every game.
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john
[sostantivo]

a room or building equipped with one or more toilets

bagno, toilette

bagno, toilette

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to lose it
[Frase]

to become overwhelmed by strong emotions

Ex: After holding it together for so long , lost it and let all his frustration out .
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to finish eating something completely, often quickly or with enthusiasm

finire, divorare

finire, divorare

Ex: She polished off the last of the cookies , leaving none for anyone else .Lei ha **spazzolato** gli ultimi biscotti, non lasciandone nessuno per gli altri.
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in an instant and with no delay

senza indugio

senza indugio

Ex: They agreed to the terms of the off the bat.
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ritzy
[aggettivo]

luxurious and stylish, often associated with wealth or a high social status

elegante, lussuoso

elegante, lussuoso

Ex: He always sought out ritzy places to dine , favoring exclusivity over simplicity .Cercava sempre posti **eleganti** dove cenare, preferendo l'esclusività alla semplicità.
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to behave in a crazy and uncontrollable manner

essere un po ' pazzo

essere un po ' pazzo

Ex: The professor's unconventional teaching methods and nonsensical lectures make me think he has a screw missing.
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slop
[sostantivo]

unappetizing and poorly prepared food, often in a liquid or semi-liquid form

pappa, brodaglia

pappa, brodaglia

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to stink
[Verbo]

to be morally wrong or unpleasant

puzzare, avere cattivo odore

puzzare, avere cattivo odore

Ex: The teacher 's favoritism towards certain students really made the fairness of the grading system stink.Il favoritismo dell'insegnante verso alcuni studenti ha davvero fatto **puzzare** l'equità del sistema di valutazione.
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to suddenly stop moving or doing something due to being extremely surprised, frightened, or impressed

Ex: The unexpected sight of a bear on the hiking trail made the stop in their tracks and slowly back away .
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to tip off
[Verbo]

to discreetly share important information or advice with someone to help them take action or avoid a problem

avvisare discretamente, dare una soffiata

avvisare discretamente, dare una soffiata

Ex: The spy needed to tip off headquarters about the enemy 's plans .La spia doveva **avvertire** il quartier generale sui piani del nemico.
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to drink a beverage after a meal to help swallow and digest the food

mandar giù con una bevanda, accompagnare con una bevanda

mandar giù con una bevanda, accompagnare con una bevanda

Ex: We always wash our meals down with a refreshing beverage at this restaurant.**Laviamo** sempre giù i nostri pasti con una bevanda rinfrescante in questo ristorante.
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joint
[sostantivo]

a casual and informal place, often a restaurant or eatery, where people can gather for simple and hearty food

un locale, una trattoria

un locale, una trattoria

Ex: Let 's meet at the Mexican joint for some tacos and nachos .Incontriamoci al **posticino** messicano per alcuni tacos e nachos.
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to eat, often in a hearty or enthusiastic manner

mangiare con entusiasmo, divorare

mangiare con entusiasmo, divorare

Ex: We gathered around the table to chow down on Thanksgiving dinner .Ci siamo riuniti intorno al tavolo per **divorare** la cena del Ringraziamento.
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to hold
[Verbo]

to request the omission or exclusion of an ingredient or item from a dish

togliere, omettere

togliere, omettere

Ex: I 'll have a pizza , but hold the mushrooms .Prenderò una pizza, ma **senza** funghi.
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living soul
[sostantivo]

a human being or creature that possesses life and consciousness

anima vivente, essere vivente

anima vivente, essere vivente

Ex: Not a living soul noticed the subtle change in the atmosphere .Nessuna **anima vivente** ha notato il sottile cambiamento nell'atmosfera.
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poker
[sostantivo]

a person who is overweight or fat

grasso, persona sovrappeso

grasso, persona sovrappeso

Ex: Do n't let those comments about being a poker get to you .Non lasciare che quei commenti sull'essere un **grasso** ti turbino.
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sneaking
[aggettivo]

used to describe something done in a secretive or furtive manner, typically to avoid detection or to hide intentions

furtivo, subdolo

furtivo, subdolo

Ex: I don't have any sneaking doubts about this decision.Non ho alcun dubbio **furtivo** su questa decisione.
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to enter or begin involvement in a particular place, situation, or context, often implying the start of an experience or journey

Ex: Have you set foot in this industry yet?
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to deliberately fail to give a proper tip or to withhold payment for services rendered by a waiter, usually implying an act of poor or unfair behavior

Ex: I never stiff waiters, as I believe in rewarding good service.
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used to describe something or someone that is extremely rare, unique, or extraordinary, often with a positive connotation

Ex: Not every job opportunity one in a million, so do n't miss this one .
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give me five
[interiezione]

used to ask for a high five, a gesture where two people slap the palms of their hands together as a form of celebration, greeting, or acknowledgment

Dammi il cinque!, Batti il cinque!

Dammi il cinque!, Batti il cinque!

Ex: Give me five ?**Dammi il cinque** ? Hai fatto un lavoro fantastico con quella presentazione!
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in a state where one is experiencing outmost joy and happiness

In uno stato di estrema felicità

In uno stato di estrema felicità

Ex: Surrounded by loved ones and basking in the warm glow of birthday wishes , she in seventh heaven, overwhelmed with happiness and gratitude .
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a typical full-time job that operates during standard business hours, typically from 9 AM to 5 PM, Monday to Friday

Ex: I'm tired of the nine-to-five grind.
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to surf toward the front of the surfboard so that the toes of both feet are hanging over the edge of the board

Ex: The surfer performed a hang ten before dropping into the wave .
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to get rid of, discard, or eliminate something, often used in reference to canceling, rejecting, or killing

eliminare, scartare

eliminare, scartare

Ex: After the fight, he was eighty-sixed from the group for good.Dopo il combattimento, è stato **eighty-sixato** dal gruppo per sempre.
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eighty-eight
[sostantivo]

a standard full-sized piano

pianoforte a coda, pianoforte standard

pianoforte a coda, pianoforte standard

Ex: I 've always dreamed of owning a grand eighty-eight in my living room .Ho sempre sognato di possedere un **ottantotto** nel mio salotto.
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used to emphasize that something has been repeated many times, often in frustration or to convey exasperation

Ex: If I have told you once, I have told you a thousand times make sure the door is locked before you leave!
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