Hoeveelheden - Extremity

Verken Engelse uitdrukkingen die verband houden met extremiteit, inclusief "over de schreef gaan" en "met hand en tand".

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(a|one) hell of a {sth} [Zinsdeel]

used when wanting to emphasize the extent of something one is saying

Ex: We had one hell of a time at the party last night ; it was unforgettable .

to [go] overboard [Zinsdeel]

to be extreme or excessive in one's doings

Ex: The manager went overboard in praising the team 's efforts , making everyone feel appreciated .

over the top [bijwoord]

op een overdreven manier

Ex:

Ze ging over de top met haar Halloween-kostuum, uren besteedend aan uitgebreide make-up en rekwisieten.

thick and fast [Zinsdeel]

with great speed and in high numbers

Ex: During the holiday shopping season , the customers were coming into the store thick and fast .

to the core [Zinsdeel]

in an extreme manner or in every aspect possible

Ex: Despite his tough exterior , he is a kind-hearted person to the core .

up a storm [Zinsdeel]

in a very enthusiastic and energetic way

Ex:

to (the|) death [Zinsdeel]

used for emphasizing the intensity or extent of something

Ex: The debate between the politicians became so heated that it seemed like they were arguing to death , with no room for compromise .

to the [bone] [Zinsdeel]

used to show the extent or intensity of something

Ex: I can't believe you pushed me into the pool! Now I have to walk home soaked to the bone!

tooth and nail [Zinsdeel]

with all the resources, determination, and strength that one has

Ex: He resisted the changes to the company policy tooth and nail , arguing passionately against them .

a whale of {sth} [Zinsdeel]

used to say that something is extremely good or abundant

Ex: The company made a whale of a profit last year due to their successful marketing campaign .

at the top of {one's} lungs [Zinsdeel]

as loud as one is capable of

Ex: During the concert , the fans were singing along at the top of their lungs .

{one's} guts out [Zinsdeel]

with as much effort as possible

Ex: She ran her guts out during the marathon and still did n't win .

like hell [Zinsdeel]

used to emphasize the intensity or speed of something

Ex: I ran like hell to catch the bus , but it had already left .

{one's} (ass|butt) off [Zinsdeel]

with a significant amount of effort and dedication

Ex: I 've been practicing my guitar skills like crazy , playing my ass off to get better .

{one's} [heart] out [Zinsdeel]

in an intense, energetic, and enthusiastic way

Ex: He played the piano like he was pouring his heart out , creating beautiful music .

{one's} [head] off [Zinsdeel]

in a very loud and unrestrained manner

Ex: You can yell your head off at him , but he still wo n't listen .

as sin [Zinsdeel]

used to emphasize the intensity or extremeness of something, often a negative quality or characteristic

Ex: The car is fast as sin ; it can go from 0 to 60 miles per hour in seconds .

Hoeveelheden
Distance	Extent	Intensiteit of Nadruk	Extremity
Groot aantal of hoeveelheid	Klein aantal of hoeveelheid	Speed