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Invloed en Betrokkenheid - Change

Ontdek hoe Engelse uitdrukkingen zoals "met het programma meegaan" en "een nieuwe bladzijde omslaan" verband houden met verandering in het Engels.

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English idioms related to Influence & Involvement
in stone
in stone
[Zinsdeel]

in a way that is not possible to be changed

Ex: The wedding date is set in stone, and no changes can be made.
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in a rut
in a rut
[Zinsdeel]

in the same situation for such a long time that it is no longer appealing

Ex: Breaking out of a rut often requires stepping out of your comfort zone and trying something new.
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to [come] of age
to come of age
[Zinsdeel]

to reach a significant stage in development and become accepted by the majority of people

Ex: The novel's success and critical acclaim signified that the author had come of age as a writer, earning recognition from a broad audience.
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sea change
sea change
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a complete or notable change compared to what the situation originally was

een radicale verandering, een diepgaande transformatie

een radicale verandering, een diepgaande transformatie

Ex: The company 's restructuring brought about a sea change in its corporate culture and efficiency , leading to increased productivity and success .

De herstructurering van het bedrijf bracht een enorme verandering teweeg in zijn bedrijfscultuur en efficiëntie, wat leidde tot verhoogde productiviteit en succes.

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bird of passage
bird of passage
[Zinsdeel]

someone who only tends to stay at a place, particularly a house, for a relatively short period of time before moving on to another

Ex: While some people prefer stability, others are natural birds of passage, always eager to explore new horizons and opportunities.
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ups and downs
ups and downs
[Zinsdeel]

a combination of both good things and bad things that can happen to one

Ex: Friendships can also go through ups and downs, but true friends stick together through thick and thin.
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to [change] hands
to change hands
[Zinsdeel]

to be passed to another owner

Ex: The company's management changed hands when a new CEO was appointed to lead the organization in a new direction.
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to [pass] (on|) the (torch|baton)

to allow another person to continue one's work or to take care of one's responsibilities

Ex: At the end of his political career, the statesman knew it was time to pass on the torch to a new leader who would carry forward the nation's ideals.
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second nature
second nature
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

something that becomes so familiar to someone that it can be done without thinking

tweede natuur

tweede natuur

Ex: Years of practice have made public speaking second nature for the charismatic speaker , who now addresses large audiences with confidence .

Jarenlange oefening heeft spreken in het openbaar een tweede natuur gemaakt voor de charismatische spreker, die nu met vertrouwen grote audiences toespreekt.

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to [turn] over a new leaf

to make changes to one's behavior or mindset in order to become a better and more responsible person

Ex: He realized he was in the wrong and promised to turn over a new leaf.
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to [break|kick] the habit

to put a stop to one's habit, particularly one that is harmful or dangerous

Ex: For many people, breaking the habit of checking their phone constantly can lead to increased productivity and reduced stress.
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roller coaster
roller coaster
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a situation or experience that involves significant ups and downs, sudden changes, or intense shifts in emotions, circumstances, or events

achtbaan, emotionele rollercoaster

achtbaan, emotionele rollercoaster

Ex: Overcoming personal adversity can feel like a roller coaster, with moments of despair followed by determination and triumph .

Het overwinnen van persoonlijke tegenslagen kan aanvoelen als een achtbaan, met momenten van wanhoop gevolgd door vastberadenheid en triomf.

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to [change] the face of {sth}

to fundamentally transform something, often with far-reaching consequence

Ex: The urban renewal project seeks to change the face of the neighborhood, revitalizing it and enhancing its appeal to residents and visitors.
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ebb and flow
ebb and flow
[Zinsdeel]

a regular or repeated change

Ex: You have to accept the ebb and flow of love in a relationship.
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to [be] (stuck|caught|locked) in a time warp

to stay the same despite time and progress in society, technology, or culture

Ex: The band's music embodies the spirit of the '80s, making it seem like they are caught in a time warp, producing songs reminiscent of that era.
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to [ring] out the old (year|)

to let go of outdated practices or beliefs and embrace changes

Ex: It's essential to ring out the old year biases and prejudices from our society to create a more inclusive and equitable world for all.
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shifting sands
shifting sands
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

something that is changing all the time and cannot be easily predicted

drijvend zand, onstabiele grond

drijvend zand, onstabiele grond

Ex: In a relationship built on trust , constantly changing stories and excuses can create an atmosphere of shifting sands, making it challenging to maintain a solid foundation .

In een relatie die gebouwd is op vertrouwen, kunnen constant veranderende verhalen en excuses een sfeer van drijfzand creëren, waardoor het moeilijk wordt om een stevige basis te behouden.

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to [go] through the roof

(especially of prices) to increase suddenly and dramatically

Ex: His temper went through the roof when he found out about the unauthorized charges on his credit card.
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to [go] through the floor

to experience a sudden and significant decline in one's emotional state, confidence, financial situation, etc.

Ex: With the unexpected drop in demand, the value of the collectibles market went through the floor, leaving many investors in a precarious position.
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to [leave|let] well (enough|) alone

to not interfere with or try to improve something that is already satisfactory or functioning well

Ex: He wanted to tweak the recipe, but I told him to let well alone since everyone already loves the way it tastes.
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to [get] with the program

to follow the current plans, expectations, or rules, often indicating a need to adjust, cooperate, or keep up to date with others or the existing situation

Ex: When it comes to environmental conservation, it's essential for individuals and businesses to get with the program and reduce their carbon footprint.
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