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Samenleving, Wet en Politiek - Social Class

Verken Engelse uitdrukkingen die verband houden met sociale klassen, inclusief "blauw bloed" en "onder het zout".

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upper crust
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the people that are of the highest class in a society

de bovenlaag, de elite

de bovenlaag, de elite

Ex: Members of the upper crust are currently investing in luxury real estate .Leden van de **hogere klasse** investeren momenteel in luxe vastgoed.
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above the salt
[Zinsdeel]

(of people) having a rank or position that is high or honorable

Ex: In the company of diplomats , only above the salt were invited to speak .
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airs and graces
[Zinsdeel]

an exaggerated or artificial display of superiority or elegance

Ex: In the future, people will see through her airs and graces and recognize her true character.
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blue blood
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

someone who is born in a family that is of noble rank or social prominence

blauw bloed, aristocraat

blauw bloed, aristocraat

Ex: In the world of fine arts , she was regarded as a blue blood, with her refined taste and discerning eye for masterpieces .In de wereld van de schone kunsten werd ze beschouwd als een **blauw bloed**, met haar verfijnde smaak en scherp oog voor meesterwerken.
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fair-haired boy
[Zinsdeel]

a person who is favored or treated with special privilege, often by someone in a position of authority

Ex: In the coming years, a new fair-haired boy will emerge in the tech industry, capturing everyone's attention with groundbreaking innovations.
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privileged by birth or family background

Ex: The coming decades will witness a shift in power as new figures born in the purple rise to prominence and shape the course of history.
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to be born into a wealthy or privileged family and having access to all the luxuries and comfort that comes with it

Ex: She may have been born with a silver spoon in her mouth, but she used her privilege to make a positive impact on society by starting a charity.
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silver spoon
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

wealth that is inherited to one from a royal or very rich family

zilveren lepel, gouden erfenis

zilveren lepel, gouden erfenis

Ex: Analysts believe the silver spoon from her hedge fund manager father will give Julia auspicious prospects in high finance .Analisten geloven dat de **zilveren lepel** van haar vader, een hedgefondsmanager, Julia gunstige vooruitzichten zal geven in de hoge financiën.
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the chattering class
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

intellectuals, commentators, or influencers who are frequently talking or writing about public issues and current events but who may lack practical experience or political power

kletsende klasse, kletsende elite

kletsende klasse, kletsende elite

Ex: Over the years, the chattering class has shaped public opinion and influenced political discourse.Door de jaren heen heeft de **kletsende klasse** de publieke opinie gevormd en het politieke discours beïnvloed.
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skid row
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a poor area in a town or city in which a lot of homeless or drunk people live

het armenwijk, de achterbuurt

het armenwijk, de achterbuurt

Ex: Efforts are currently underway to provide housing and support services to the homeless population in Skid Row.Er worden momenteel inspanningen geleverd om huisvesting en ondersteunende diensten te bieden aan de dakloze bevolking in **Skid Row**.
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a very safe and wealthy area in a city or town

Ex: The hope is that future generations will grow up in a society that values equal opportunities, regardless of which side of the tracks they come from.
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worm's eye view
[Zinsdeel]

a perspective that emphasizes the view or situation of someone with lower status or authority

Ex: The leader 's ability to empathize with worm 's eye view of citizens contributed to his popularity among diverse demographics .
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a manner of speaking associated with wealth, social status, or formal education

Ex: As she continues her elocution lessons, she will refine her speech even further, speaking as if she has a plum in her mouth.
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below the salt
[Zinsdeel]

(of people) having a status, position, or reputation that is low

Ex: He was treated as below the salt, not invited to the decision-making discussions .
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