Eigenschappen Beschrijven - Plaats & Positie

Verken Engelse uitdrukkingen over plaats en positie, inclusief "elleboogruimte" en "uit zijn voegen barsten".

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to [burst] at the seams [Zinsdeel]

to be occupied by a large number of things

Ex: The company experienced rapid growth , and their office space soon became bursting at the seams , necessitating a move to a larger location .

(as|) straight as an arrow [Zinsdeel]

completely direct and without any twists and deviations

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(out|) in the open [Zinsdeel]

in an environment that is not enclosed

Ex: The campers set up their tents in the open , surrounded by nature and under the starry sky .

to [elbow] {one's} way [Zinsdeel]

to forcefully make a path through a crowded or obstructed area

Ex: The ambitious entrepreneur elbowed her way into the industry , overcoming fierce competition and establishing herself as a key player .

elbow room [zelfstandig naamwoord]

ruimte om te bewegen

Ex: The children were excited to have a large backyard , giving them plenty of elbow room to play games and run around .

De kinderen waren blij met een grote achtertuin, die hen voldoende ruimte gaf om te spelen en rond te rennen.

in the middle of nowhere [Zinsdeel]

in a place that is far away from cities, towns, or anywhere that is occupied by people

Ex: The tiny village was located in the middle of nowhere , accessible only by a long , winding road through the mountains .

neck of the woods [Zinsdeel]

an area that is near a place in which someone resides

Ex: We 're having a neighborhood barbecue next weekend , so make sure to invite everyone from our neck of the woods .

room to swing a cat [Zinsdeel]

a small or confined room with very limited space for movement

Ex: The tiny conference room provided very little room to swing a cat , making the meeting feel cramped .

nook and cranny [Zinsdeel]

all possible places, particularly those that are out of sight or reach

Ex: The cleaning crew meticulously cleaned the house , making sure to reach every nook and cranny to remove dust and dirt .

(packed|squashed) (in|) like sardines [Zinsdeel]

without sufficient space for one to move freely

Ex: The bus was so overcrowded that passengers were squashed in like sardines , struggling to find breathing room .

(stomping|stamping) ground [Zinsdeel]

a familiar place or location, particularly one where someone often goes to or spends time in

Ex: The small coastal town serves as a popular stomping ground for surfers , drawn to its excellent waves and welcoming community .

fresh out of {sw} [Zinsdeel]

having just returned from a specific place

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(as|) (straight|stiff) as a ramrod [Zinsdeel]

(of one's posture) in a straight and rigid position

Ex: I am sure she is stiff as a ramrod .

on all fours [Zinsdeel]

to be down on one's hands and knees

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