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Persoonlijkheid - Honest
Beheers Engelse idiomen die te maken hebben met eerlijk zijn, zoals "straight shooter" en "salt of the earth".
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straight shooter
[zelfstandig naamwoord]
an individual who is characterized by being honest and trustworthy
eerlijk persoon, openhartig persoon
salt of the earth
[Zinsdeel]
a person who is highly respected due to their honesty and humility
Ex: The volunteers who dedicate their time to help the homeless are salt of the earth.
man of action
[Zinsdeel]
a person who actually gets things done instead of just talking about them
Ex: When faced with a crisis , James proved himself to be man of action.
man of one's word
[Zinsdeel]
a person who prefers to do things instead of just thinking or talking about them
Ex: When it comes to friendships , Mark is man of his word.
(as) straight as a ramrod
[Zinsdeel]
(especially of someone in military or law enforcement) honest and following the rules without deviation
Ex: Manfred is known for straight as a ramrod in upholding justice .
(as) true as steel
[Zinsdeel]
used to describe someone who can be trusted or depended on
Ex: Sarah has been my best friend for years , and she has always true as steel.
Dutch uncle
[zelfstandig naamwoord]
an individual who criticizes others in a firm yet kind manner
aandachtige mentor, strikte vriend
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