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Eigenschappen Beschrijven - Orde en Netheid
Ontdek hoe Engelse uitdrukkingen zoals "schoon als een fluitje" en "niet op zijn plaats" verband houden met orde en netheid in het Engels.
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(as) clean as a (new) pin
[Zinsdeel]
kept in a very clean condition
Ex: Despite having a busy schedule, she managed to keep her car as clean as a pin, regularly washing and detailing it to maintain its pristine appearance.
(as) clean as a whistle
[Zinsdeel]
completely unstained and free from dirt, thus extremely clean and tidy
Ex: Despite the muddy trail, the hiker's boots were clean as a whistle, thanks to her diligent efforts in wiping them after each step.
in apple-pie order
[Zinsdeel]
with perfect organization and arrangement
Ex: Despite the busy schedule, he managed to keep his workspace in apple-pie order, with papers filed neatly and a clutter-free environment.
all over the place
[Zinsdeel]
in a disorganized and untidy way
Ex: The team's performance was inconsistent, with their passes going all over the place and lacking coordination.
to give something a once-over
[Zinsdeel]
to rid something of dirt in a rapid manner
Ex: After cooking, she gave the kitchen counters and appliances a brief once-over, wiping away any spills or splatters.
(as) nice as ninepence
[Zinsdeel]
used to refer to someone or something that is very tidy and poperly arranged
Ex: The bed and breakfast was known for its impeccable cleanliness , with every room looking nice as ninepence for the guests ' arrival .
out of place
[Zinsdeel]
(of something) not positioned in its usual place
Ex: The worn-out furniture out of place in the newly renovated and stylishly decorated living room .
dog's breakfast
[Zinsdeel]
a person or thing that is marked by untidiness
Ex: The project 's timeline was dog 's breakfast, with missed deadlines and inconsistent progress .
head over heels
[Zinsdeel]
in a state of extreme excitement or confusion
Ex: The chaotic scene at the concert had the head over heels, with people pushing and jostling to get closer to the stage .
(as) fresh as a daisy
[Zinsdeel]
used to refer to something that has been kept in a very clean and tidy state
Ex: The chef presented the dish with pristine plating, making it look as fresh as a daisy.
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