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animal
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

marked by the appetites and passions of the body

dierlijk,  dierlijk

dierlijk, dierlijk

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to have a hard time staying calm due to being extremely nervous or excited about something

Ex: They were full of ants in their pants as they anxiously waited for the winner to be announced.
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antsy
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

having a fidgety feeling caused by nervousness

zenuwachtig, onrustig

zenuwachtig, onrustig

Ex: The long silence made everyone in the room a little antsy.De lange stilte maakte iedereen in de kamer een beetje **zenuwachtig**.
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to go ape
[Zinsdeel]

to become extremely excited or enthusiastic about something

Ex: When the band started playing their favorite song , the went ape, dancing and cheering with uncontainable excitement .
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to go apeshit
[Zinsdeel]

to become extremely angry to the extent that one displays wild and uncontrollable behavior

Ex: When I accidentally spilled coffee on his laptop, he went ape and started shouting at me.
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ass
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a pompous fool

eikel, idioot

eikel, idioot

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jackass
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a man who is a stupid incompetent fool

ezel, idioot

ezel, idioot

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an unconventional or unique behavior that is often considered crazy, risky, or confusing

Ex: After staying up all night working on the project, I've got a few bats in my belfry today.
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batty
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

slightly crazy, eccentric, or behaving in a way that seems mentally odd

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used to refer to someone who is unable to see well

Ex: Without my reading glasses , Ias blind as a bat to all the fine print .
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extremely active, busy, and hardworking

Ex: The construction crew was busy as beavers, working to complete the building on time.
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eager beaver
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

an energetic and eager individual who is willing to work hard

harde werker, enthousiasteling

harde werker, enthousiasteling

Ex: The new intern is a real eager beaver.De nieuwe stagiair is een echte **harde werker**. Hij meldt zich altijd vrijwillig aan voor taken, vraagt om extra verantwoordelijkheden en toont een oprechte enthousiasme voor leren.
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something one is extremely obsessed with and keeps talking about

Ex: The politician has bee in his bonnet about income inequality and consistently advocates for policies to address the issue .
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extremely busy with work, activities, etc.

Ex: The construction workers were busy as bees, putting up the scaffolding and beginning work on the building.
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to refrain from interfering in someone else's private affairs

Ex: At the neighborhood block party, John tactfully told his neighbors to mind their own beeswax when they offered unsolicited advice about his home renovation project.
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a little bird
[Zinsdeel]

an anonymous or unidentified source of information

Ex: If it was n't you , then I a little bird told him .
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bird
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a young female adult

vogel, meisje

vogel, meisje

Ex: The lads went out to chat up some birds at the pub .De jongens gingen naar de pub om wat **meisjes** aan te spreken.
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used to imply that people with similar interests or characteristics tend to associate with each other

Ex: Birds of a feather flock together, which is why the group of musicians spent so much time together .
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early bird
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

someone who has a tendency to get up early every morning

vroege vogel

vroege vogel

Ex: The conference starts at 8 AM , so all the early birds will get the best seats in the front row .De conferentie begint om 8 uur 's ochtends, dus alle **vroege vogels** krijgen de beste stoelen op de eerste rij.
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to have a very little desire to eat

Ex: I was surprised when he finished the large pizza all by himself; I thought he would eat like a bird, but he has a big appetite.
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for the birds
[Zinsdeel]

used to refer to something that does not deserve one's attention due to not being important or interesting enough

Ex: Attending that meeting felt like a total waste of time ; it was for the birds.
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to intentionally and rudely display an offensive hand gesture, involving raising the middle finger while extending the others downward, as a sign of strong disapproval, annoyance, or disrespect toward someone

Ex: In a fit of frustration, she rolled down her car window and gave the slow-moving traffic the bird.
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jailbird
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a criminal who has been jailed repeatedly

recidivist, gevogelte van de gevangenis

recidivist, gevogelte van de gevangenis

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used to imply that the person who starts their day or task early will have an advantage over those who start later or procrastinate

Ex: The early bird catches the worm, so I made sure to submit my application first .
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buck
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

one dollar

een dollar, een biljet

een dollar, een biljet

Ex: He bet his friend a buck that his favorite team would win the game .Hij wedde met zijn vriend om een **dollar** dat zijn favoriete team de wedstrijd zou winnen.
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to buck up
[werkwoord]

to encourage someone when they are sad or discouraged

opbeuren, aanmoedigen

opbeuren, aanmoedigen

Ex: The teacher's words of encouragement really bucked me up before the exam.De bemoedigende woorden van de leraar hebben me echt **opgebeurd** voor het examen.
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used to refer to something that is very soothing and comforting

Ex: Wrapped in a warm scarf and a cozy sweater , she ventured out into the winter chill , snug as a bug in a rug.
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bug
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a fairly mild yet infectious illness that is caused by a virus or bacteria

microbe, virus

microbe, virus

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to bug
[werkwoord]

to persistently annoy someone, often by making repeated requests or demands

lastigvallen,  plagen

lastigvallen, plagen

Ex: Ignoring a person's desire for solitude and continuing to talk may bug them.Het negeren van iemands verlangen naar eenzaamheid en blijven praten kan ze **ergeren**.
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to work out
[werkwoord]

to find a solution to a problem

oplossen, vinden

oplossen, vinden

Ex: She helped me work out the best way to approach the problem .Ze hielp me de beste manier te **bedenken** om het probleem aan te pakken.
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bullshit
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

obscene words for unacceptable behavior

onzin, gelul

onzin, gelul

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bullheaded
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

obstinate and stupid

koppig, dom

koppig, dom

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cock-and-bull story
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a story that seems impossible, particularly one that is used as an excuse

onzinverhaal, ongeloofwaardig verhaal

onzinverhaal, ongeloofwaardig verhaal

Ex: The tall tales in that novel were a collection of cock-and-bull stories that made it a bestseller among adventure enthusiasts .De lange verhalen in die roman waren een verzameling van **onzinverhalen** die het een bestseller maakten onder avonturenliefhebbers.
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to directly and bravely deal with a difficulty or danger

Ex: It 's time take the bull by the horns and make those tough decisions .
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dumb bunny
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

someone whose behavior is marked by foolishness or ignorance

domme konijn, sukkel

domme konijn, sukkel

Ex: You really thought you could win the lottery with those numbers?Dacht je echt dat je met die nummers de loterij kon winnen? Sorry, maar je bent een beetje een **dom konijn**.
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to be really excited or nervous about what is going to happen

Ex: We felt butterflies before the big game, but once we started playing, the adrenaline took over.
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one of several difficulties happening after one another that finally makes it intolerable for someone to continue something

Ex: The student had been juggling multiple assignments, extracurricular activities, and personal challenges.
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to catnap
[werkwoord]

to take a short and light nap, typically lasting only a few minutes

een dutje doen, sluimeren

een dutje doen, sluimeren

Ex: He catnapped for a few minutes before the important meeting .Hij deed een **dutje** voor een paar minuten voor de belangrijke vergadering.
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copycat
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a person who imitates the actions, clothes, ideas, etc. of someone else

na-aper, kopieerder

na-aper, kopieerder

Ex: When Mark started using the same catchphrases as his friend , he playfully called him a copycat and suggested coming up with something unique .Toen Mark dezelfde uitdrukkingen begon te gebruiken als zijn vriend, noemde hij hem speels een **na-aper** en stelde voor iets unieks te bedenken.
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used to imply that while excessive curiosity can have negative consequences, the pursuit of knowledge or exploration can also be rewarding and fulfilling despite the risks

Ex: Despite the danger, the explorers were curious about what lay beyond the mountains.
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to rain really hard

Ex: The rain was coming down in buckets , like it raining cats and dogs, during the outdoor concert .
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to look very disorganized and untidy

Ex: Yesterday, she had felt like something the cat brought in after staying up all night studying, mentally drained and sleep-deprived.
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said to someone who is annoyingly quiet when they are expected to speak

Ex: When her friend suddenly stopped talking about the party, Sarah asked, "Hey, cat got your tongue?
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to chicken out
[werkwoord]

to not to do something one planned because they feel scared or hesitant

afhaken, angst krijgen

afhaken, angst krijgen

Ex: Are you going to chicken out of the competition?Ga je **angstig worden** en uit de wedstrijd stappen?
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chickenshit
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a person who is weak and lacks courage

lafaard, bangerik

lafaard, bangerik

Ex: Instead of facing the problem head-on , he acted like a chickenshit and ran away .In plaats van het probleem rechtstreeks aan te pakken, gedroeg hij zich als een **lafaard** en rende weg.
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to be cautious and not assume that something will succeed or happen as planned, as there is always a possibility of unforeseen obstacles or problems

Ex: After the successful job interview, he advised his friend not to count her chickens before receiving the official job offer.
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used to refer to someone who tends to achieve things in a clever way, particularly by deceiving other people

Ex: The politician sly as a fox; he can manipulate public opinion to his advantage effortlessly .
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difficulty in speaking, particularly due to one's throat being dry

Ex: Mary a frog in her throat whenever she has to sing in front of an audience , but she practices diligently to overcome it .
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to really annoy or frustrate someone

Ex: While I was studying , their continuous distractions getting my goat.
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to be specially careful, gentle, or considerate when dealing with someone or something

Ex: In negotiations , it 's crucial handle the sensitive topic with kid gloves to maintain a positive atmosphere .
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scapegoat
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a person who suffers the consequences of others people's wrongdoings

zondebok, slagboom

zondebok, slagboom

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to goose
[werkwoord]

pinch in the buttocks

billen knijpen

billen knijpen

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hog
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a person regarded as greedy and pig-like

vraatzuchtig persoon, gulzig persoon

vraatzuchtig persoon, gulzig persoon

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in hog heaven
[Zinsdeel]

used to indicate a state of great happiness, bliss, or contentment

Ex: With a plate full of her favorite desserts, she was in hog heaven, savoring each sweet bite.
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to hog
[werkwoord]

take greedily; take more than one's share

opstapelen, monopoliseren

opstapelen, monopoliseren

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hogwash
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

an absurd idea or discussion

onzin, absurditeit

onzin, absurditeit

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hoggish
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

acting in a way that is greedy, selfish, or gluttonous, similar to the behavior of a pig

Ex: The children grabbed the toys in a hoggish manner .
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road hog
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

someone who drives aggressively or selfishly, often taking up more space on the road than necessary

egoïstische bestuurder, wegvarken

egoïstische bestuurder, wegvarken

Ex: He encountered a road hog on his way to work , forcing him to slow down .Hij kwam een **egoïstische bestuurder** tegen op weg naar zijn werk, waardoor hij moest vertragen.
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to waste one's time and energy for something that has no chance of achieving success or yeilds no profit

Ex: The team had already decided to change their strategy , but the coach kept talking about the old approach - it was beating a dead horse.
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charley-horse
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a muscular cramp (especially in the thigh or calf) following vigorous exercise

spierkramp, spierspasme

spierkramp, spierspasme

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(of information) from an accurate or valid source

Ex: She learned about the promotion directly from her manager , so it 's from the horse 's mouth.
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to horse around
[werkwoord]

indulge in horseplay

stoeien, grappen maken

stoeien, grappen maken

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used to describe someone who is extremely confused and excited

Ex: When the teacher announced a surprise pop quiz, the students started flipping through their notes like chickens with their heads cut off, trying to find the answers.
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spring chicken
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a young individual with little or no experience

groentje, kuiken

groentje, kuiken

Ex: Olivia is exploring different musical instruments ; she 's a spring chicken in the world of music .Olivia verkent verschillende muziekinstrumenten; ze is een **lentekip** in de wereld van muziek.
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clam
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a piece of paper money worth one dollar

een dollarbiljet, een dollar

een dollarbiljet, een dollar

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to clam up
[werkwoord]

to suddenly become silent or refuse to talk, often because of nervousness, fear, or a desire to keep information secret

dichtklappen, plotseling zwijgen

dichtklappen, plotseling zwijgen

Ex: As soon as the topic of her recent project came up , Emily clam up and did n't want to reveal any details .Zodra het onderwerp van haar recente project ter sprake kwam, **klapte Emily dicht als een oester** en wilde ze geen details onthullen.
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holy cow
[tussenwerpsel]

said when one is surprised, shocked, or amazed

Heilige koe!, Jemig!

Heilige koe!, Jemig!

Ex: She got a promotion and a raise?Heeft ze een promotie en loonsverhoging gekregen? **Heilige koe**, dat is fantastisch!
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used to describe a prolonged or indefinite period of time, often implying that something will continue for a very long duration

Ex: We have been waiting for the results until the cows come home, and they still haven't arrived.
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dog
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a woman or girl who is uninteresting, unattractive, and unpleasant

teef, hoer

teef, hoer

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dog do
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

fecal droppings from a dog

hondenpoep, hondenuitwerpselen

hondenpoep, hondenuitwerpselen

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dog-eared
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

showing signs of wear and tear from excessive use, particularly with pages that have bent or folded corners

met omgevouwen hoeken, versleten door veelvuldig gebruik

met omgevouwen hoeken, versleten door veelvuldig gebruik

Ex: Despite its dog-eared condition , the diary held precious memories of his travels .Ondanks zijn **afgelezen** staat bevatte het dagboek kostbare herinneringen aan zijn reizen.
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to be in trouble with someone, typically because of a mistake or wrongdoing

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dog-tired
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

completely worn out, typically from intense physical or mental effort

hondsmoe, uitgeput

hondsmoe, uitgeput

Ex: He 'd gone to bed dog-tired, barely able to keep his eyes open .Hij was **uitgeput** naar bed gegaan, nauwelijks in staat zijn ogen open te houden.
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dog eat dog
[Zinsdeel]

(in business, politics, etc.) a situation in which the competition is so fierce that everyone is willing to do whatever it takes to be successful, even if it means harming others

Ex: The competition for the job is fierce , and it 's dog eat dog situation .
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hound
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

someone who is morally reprehensible

schurk, schelm

schurk, schelm

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used to say that one's feet are in pain

Ex: Lisa spent the entire day on her feet at the busy retail store, and by closing time, her dogs were barking with exhaustion.
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to behave in a pretentious way to prove one is rich or fashionable

Ex: The celebrity couple put on the dog at the red-carpet event, arriving in a lavish entourage and flaunting their expensive attire.
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used to refer to someone who is extremely ill or unwell

Ex: We were as sick as dogs after eating that spoiled food at the restaurant.
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top dog
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a person who holds the highest rank in a particular group or organization

baas, top hond

baas, top hond

Ex: They were the top dog in the industry for years , but lost their position after a series of scandals .Ze waren jarenlang de **baas** in de industrie, maar verloren hun positie na een reeks schandalen.
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dead duck
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

someone or something that has never succeeded or is very unlikely to succeed in the future

dode eend, hopeloos geval

dode eend, hopeloos geval

Ex: The project is behind schedule and over budget , and it 's becoming a dead duck.Het project loopt achter op schema en over budget, en het wordt een **dode eend**.
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sitting duck
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

someone or something that lacks enough defense or protection and is easy to be targeted

gemakkelijk doelwit, zittende eend

gemakkelijk doelwit, zittende eend

Ex: When you 're the only candidate opposing the incumbent with widespread support , you can feel like a sitting duck in the political arena .Wanneer je de enige kandidaat bent die zich verzet tegen de zittende met brede steun, kun je je voelen als **een makkelijk doelwit** in de politieke arena.
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used to describe someone who is totally bald

Ex: Peter was losing hair rapidly.
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eagle eye
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

someone who is keenly aware or observant

adleroog, scherp oog

adleroog, scherp oog

Ex: The security guard's eagle eye caught the suspicious behavior of a person in the crowd.Het **arendsoog** van de bewaker merkte het verdachte gedrag van een persoon in de menigte op.
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to easily be able to remember things and rarely forget them

Ex: The historian had a memory like an elephant, and he could recall dates, names, and events with incredible accuracy.
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white elephant
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a thing that is of no value or use because it is excessively expensive to keep it in a good condition

witte olifant, kostbare last

witte olifant, kostbare last

Ex: The new software system , despite its promising features , proved to be a white elephant for the company due to constant glitches and compatibility issues .Het nieuwe softwaresysteem bleek, ondanks zijn veelbelovende functies, een **witte olifant** voor het bedrijf vanwege constante storingen en compatibiliteitsproblemen.
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fishy
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

suggestive of dishonesty or something dubious

verdacht, twijfelachtig

verdacht, twijfelachtig

Ex: She sensed a fishy motive behind his sudden kindness .Ze voelde een **verdachte** motivatie achter zijn plotselinge vriendelijkheid.
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to look at someone in a way that shows one is very passionate about them

Ex: Patricia could n't help cast sheep 's eyes at Tom from across the room , hoping he would notice her interest .
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an issue or subject that is not in any way connected to what one was talking about

Ex: Raising a teenager a different kettle of fish from raising a young child .
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fox
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a good-looking young person, especially a woman

vos, knappe jonge vrouw

vos, knappe jonge vrouw

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foxy
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

(of a woman) sexually appealing

sexy, verleidelijk

sexy, verleidelijk

Ex: Her foxy smile and playful wink left a lasting impression on everyone she met .Haar **verleidelijke** glimlach en speelse knipoog lieten een blijvende indruk achter bij iedereen die ze ontmoette.
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horseshit
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a statement, idea, or act that is obviously untrue, foolish, or unreasonable

onzin, flauwekul

onzin, flauwekul

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***said of a man who is sexually well-endowed

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high horse
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

one's arrogant and pretentious behavior that is meant to prove one's superiority over others

hoog paard, arrogantie

hoog paard, arrogantie

Ex: Trying to climb on any high horse would only be embarrassing at best , and at the very least hypocritical .Proberen op een **hoog paard** te klimmen zou op zijn best alleen maar gênant zijn, en op zijn minst hypocriet.
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used to describe an individual who behaves in a very kind and gentle way

Ex: The nurse gentle as a lamb while caring for the elderly patients .
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in two shakes
[Zinsdeel]

soon or in a quick manner

Ex: The team resolved the issue in two shakes of a lamb's tail, preventing any further complications.
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to make a problem appear more serious or dangerous than it actually is

Ex: Don't make a mountain out of a molehill; it was just a minor miscommunication.
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grease monkey
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a mechanic or someone who works on cars

monteur, autoknutselaar

monteur, autoknutselaar

Ex: She became known as the neighborhood grease monkey for her car repair skills .Ze werd bekend als de **monteur** van de buurt vanwege haar vaardigheden in het repareren van auto's.
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to do something that makes a person appear foolish in front of others

Ex: He thought he could outsmart us , but we ended making a monkey of him in the negotiation .
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