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gung ho
gung ho
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

very enthusiastic and dedicated

zeer enthousiast en toegewijd, vol enthousiasme en toewijding

zeer enthousiast en toegewijd, vol enthousiasme en toewijding

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to kowtow
to kowtow
[werkwoord]

bend the knees and bow in a servile manner

onderdanig buigen, zich onderwerpen

onderdanig buigen, zich onderwerpen

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kung fu
kung fu
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a Chinese martial art encompassing a wide range of fighting styles and techniques

kung fu, Chinese vechtkunst

kung fu, Chinese vechtkunst

Ex: He practiced kung fu for years to master its intricate techniques. 
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adieu
adieu
[tussenwerpsel]

used as a poetic way to bid someone farewell

Vaarwel

Vaarwel

Ex: Adieu, my dear friend. May we meet again soon. 
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a la carte
a la carte
[bijwoord]

by selecting and ordering individual items from a menu rather than choosing a set meal

à la carte, afzonderlijk

à la carte, afzonderlijk

Ex: They ate à la carte instead of opting for the set menu. 
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ambiance
ambiance
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the overall mood, feeling, or character of a place, shaped by its surroundings and influences

sfeer, atmosfeer

sfeer, atmosfeer

Ex: The restaurant's warm ambiance made it perfect for a romantic dinner. 
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aperitif
aperitif
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a drink, particularly alcoholic, consumed before a meal to stimulate one's appetite

aperitief

aperitief

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apropos
apropos
[bijwoord]

at an appropriate or fitting moment

op het juiste moment,  toepasselijk

op het juiste moment, toepasselijk

Ex: She arrived just apropos, as the meeting was about to begin. 
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attache
attache
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a specialist assigned to the staff of a diplomatic mission

attaché

attaché

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blase
blase
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

showing a casual lack of concern, as if nothing is particularly important or worth worrying about

onverschillig, onbezorgd

onverschillig, onbezorgd

Ex: He gave a blasé shrug when asked about the delay. 
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bon appetit
bon appetit
[tussenwerpsel]

used to wish someone a good appetite or enjoyable meal before they start eating

Eet smakelijk

Eet smakelijk

Ex: Before starting the meal, the chef exclaimed, "Bon appétit, everyone! Enjoy your dinner." 
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bon voyage
bon voyage
[tussenwerpsel]

used to wish someone a safe and enjoyable journey before they embark on a trip

Goede reis! We wensen je een veilige en memorabele reis.

Goede reis! We wensen je een veilige en memorabele reis.

Ex: Bon voyage! We wish you a safe and memorable journey. 
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bourgeois
bourgeois
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

relating to the middle class, especially in terms of conventional values, materialism, or social respectability

burgerlijk, kleinburgerlijk

burgerlijk, kleinburgerlijk

Ex: His taste in decor was thoroughly bourgeois — neat, safe, and predictable. 
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boutique
boutique
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a small store in which fashionable clothes or accessories are sold

boetiek

boetiek

Ex: She found a beautiful dress at a boutique downtown and decided to splurge on it. 
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bric-a-brac
bric-a-brac
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

small, decorative items or trinkets, often of little value individually but collectively creating a visually appealing display

prullaria, snuisterijen

prullaria, snuisterijen

Ex: The shelves in her living room were adorned with various bric-a-brac, including figurines, vases, and small sculptures. 
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brouhaha
brouhaha
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

loud confused noise from many sources

lawaai,  rumoer

lawaai, rumoer

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camaraderie
camaraderie
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a feeling of mutual trust and friendship among people who spend a lot of time together

camaraderie,  vriendschap

camaraderie, vriendschap

Ex: The camaraderie among the teammates made every practice enjoyable. 
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carte blanche
carte blanche
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

complete freedom or unrestricted authority given to someone to act as they wish in a particular situation

carte blanche

carte blanche

Ex: The CEO gave her marketing team carte blanche to develop innovative strategies for the new product launch. 
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chateau
chateau
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a large country house or mansion, typically of French origin, often associated with luxury, grandeur, and historical significance

kasteel

kasteel

Ex: The grand chateau stood atop a hill, overlooking sprawling vineyards and offering breathtaking views of the countryside. 
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collage
collage
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the art of making pictures by sticking photographs, pieces of cloth or colored paper onto a surface

collage, montage

collage, montage

Ex: She created a vibrant collage of city scenes using magazine cutouts and acrylic paint. 
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concierge
concierge
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a hotel employee who assists guests by arranging services such as reservations, tours, tickets, or recommendations

conciërge, receptionist

conciërge, receptionist

Ex: The hotel concierge booked our city tour and theatre tickets. 
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connoisseur
connoisseur
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

an individual who is an expert of art, food, music, etc. and can judge its quality

kenner, expert

kenner, expert

Ex: As a wine connoisseur, he could discern subtle nuances in aroma and flavor, effortlessly identifying the region and vintage of each bottle. 
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coup
coup
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a striking, successful, or clever achievement, often unexpected or impressive

groot succes, meesterzet

groot succes, meesterzet

Ex: Securing the contract was a major coup for the company. 
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coup d'etat
coup d'etat
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a sudden, violent seizure of governmental power by a small group

staatsgreep

staatsgreep

Ex: The coup d'état led to the ousting of the country's president and the establishment of military rule. 
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creme de menthe
creme de menthe
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a sweet alcoholic drink with mint flavor

crème de menthe

crème de menthe

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creme de cacao
creme de cacao
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a sweet alcoholic drink with chocolate flavor

creme de cacao

creme de cacao

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cul-de-sac
cul-de-sac
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a street with one closed end

doodlopende weg, cul-de-sac

doodlopende weg, cul-de-sac

Ex: They live at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, away from the busy main road. 
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debacle
debacle
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

an absolute failure which leads to shame or disgrace

debacle,  fiasco

debacle, fiasco

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debut
debut
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the act of beginning something new

debuut

debuut

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debutante
debutante
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a woman who is making a public appearance for the first time, especially in movies or sports

debutante, nieuwkomer

debutante, nieuwkomer

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declasse
declasse
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

having lost social or cultural status, often implying a decline in class or prestige

gedegradeerd

gedegradeerd

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deja vu
deja vu
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the feeling that a current situation has happened before, even though it is new

déjà vu

déjà vu

Ex: He paused mid-conversation, struck by a sudden deja vu. 
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double entendre
double entendre
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a phrase or word that intentionally conveys two distinct meanings, usually with one sexual connotation

dubbelzinnigheid, toespeling

dubbelzinnigheid, toespeling

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echelon
echelon
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a level or rank in an organization, profession, or society, indicating a person's status or authority within that hierarchy

niveau, rang

niveau, rang

Ex: She worked hard for years to reach the upper echelons of the corporate world. 
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eclair
eclair
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

an oval cake made with a light pastry, filled with cream or custard and topped with chocolate icing

eclair

eclair

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elite
elite
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a small group of people in a society who enjoy a lot of advantages because of their economic, intellectual, etc. superiority

elite

elite

Ex: The elite gathered at the exclusive club for their annual meeting. 
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emigre
emigre
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

an individual who has left their native country to settle in another due to political reasons, war, or other upheavals

emigrant

emigrant

Ex: The writer, once an emigré from a totalitarian regime, found solace and freedom in their new country, where they could express themselves without fear of persecution. 
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ennui
ennui
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a feeling of being bored, tired, or dissatisfied because nothing interesting or exciting is happening

verveling

verveling

Ex: She sighed with ennui as she stared at the clock, waiting for the workday to end. 
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en route
en route
[bijwoord]

on a route to some place

onderweg

onderweg

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ensemble
ensemble
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a chorus or group of dancers in a ballet company

ensemble, groep

ensemble, groep

Ex: The ensemble performed beautifully in the corps de ballet. 
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entree
entree
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the main segment of a meal

hoofdgerecht, voorgerecht

hoofdgerecht, voorgerecht

Ex: For my entree, I chose the grilled salmon with a side of asparagus and roasted potatoes. 
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fait accompli
fait accompli
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

*** This French expression refers to something that has been done and cannot be changed.

voldongen feit

voldongen feit

Ex: He used his savings to buy a motorbike and then presented his parents with a fait accompli. 
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faux pas
faux pas
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

an extremely embarrassing and inappropriate comment or behavior in a particular social situation

fout

fout

Ex: He committed a faux pas by forgetting to introduce his guests at the party. 
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finale
finale
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the closing section of a musical composition

finale

finale

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finesse
finesse
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the act of dealing with a situation in a subtle and skillful way

finesse

finesse

Ex: She handled the negotiation with great finesse, ensuring both sides were satisfied. 
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gourmand
gourmand
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

someone who takes great pleasure in food and dining, often with a discerning palate and a penchant for indulgence

fijnproever,  lekkerbek

fijnproever, lekkerbek

Ex: As a renowned gourmand, Sarah meticulously planned each meal, savoring every bite with delight. 
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gourmet
gourmet
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

someone who enjoys and knows about food and wine very much

fijnproever,  gastronoom

fijnproever, gastronoom

Ex: She is a true gourmet who enjoys exploring new flavors and cuisines. 
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haute couture
haute couture
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the products of making highly fashionable and expensive clothing

haute couture

haute couture

Ex: The designer's latest haute couture collection dazzled the fashion world with its exquisite craftsmanship and innovative designs. 
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haute cuisine
haute cuisine
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

fancy and carefully prepared food with beautiful presentation and top-notch ingredients

haute cuisine

haute cuisine

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hors d'oeuvre
hors d'oeuvre
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a small dish served before the main course as an appetizer

voorgerecht

voorgerecht

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je ne sais quoi
je ne sais quoi
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

an intangible quality that makes someone or something attractive, appealing, or intriguing, but which is difficult to describe or define

een ondefinieerbare kwaliteit

een ondefinieerbare kwaliteit

Ex: Her smile had a certain je ne sais quoi that lit up the room. 
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laissez faire
laissez faire
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the doctrine that government should not interfere in commercial affairs

laissez-faire

laissez-faire

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maitre d'hotel
maitre d'hotel
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

someone who is in charge of the waiters and waitresses of a restaurant

restaurantmanager

restaurantmanager

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malaise
malaise
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a feeling of being physically ill and irritated without knowing the reason

malaise

malaise

Ex: Claire's vague malaise of discomfort and unease prompted several visits to specialists. 
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Mardi Gras
Mardi Gras
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a carnival held on Shrove Tuesday in some countries, especially in New Orleans

Vastenavond, Carnaval

Vastenavond, Carnaval

Ex: The New Orleans Mardi Gras features elaborate floats and parades. 
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melange
melange
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a motley assortment of things

mengsel

mengsel

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melee
melee
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a fight that is noisy, confusing, and involves many people

een vechtpartij, een handgemeen

een vechtpartij, een handgemeen

Ex: The concert turned chaotic when a melee broke out among the crowd. 
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menage a trois
menage a trois
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

household for three; an arrangement where a married couple and a lover of one of them live together while sharing sexual relations

ménage à trois

ménage à trois

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milieu
milieu
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the social or cultural setting or environment

milieu

milieu

Ex: Growing up in a tight-knit community, Sarah's milieu shaped her values and beliefs. 
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monsieur
monsieur
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

used as a French courtesy title; equivalent to English `Mr'

meneer

meneer

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nom de plume
nom de plume
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

an author's pseudonym

pseudoniem

pseudoniem

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nouveau-riche
nouveau-riche
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a person who has suddenly risen to a higher economic status but has not gained social acceptance of others in that class

nouveau-riche

nouveau-riche

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nouvelle cuisine
nouvelle cuisine
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a French style of cooking known for its light, delicate dishes, fresh ingredients, and artistic presentation

nieuwe keuken

nieuwe keuken

Ex: The restaurant gained acclaim for its innovative take on nouvelle cuisine, drawing food enthusiasts from around the world. 
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passe
passe
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

outdated, or no longer in style

verouderd,  uit de mode

verouderd, uit de mode

Ex: Those baggy jeans are so passé; no one wears them anymore. 
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piece de resistance
piece de resistance
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the most important or impressive part of a series, event, or work

hoofdstuk

hoofdstuk

Ex: His novel’s pièce de résistance was the final chapter, which completely changed the narrative. 
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pied-a-terre
pied-a-terre
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a small secondary residence, typically located in a city or urban area, that is used as a temporary or occasional dwelling

tijdelijk verblijf

tijdelijk verblijf

Ex: The couple maintained a small pied-à-terre in the city, using it as a convenient base for weekend getaways. 
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poignant
poignant
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

causing strong emotions, especially sadness or empathy

ontroerend, aangrijpend

ontroerend, aangrijpend

Ex: The poignant story of the elderly couple's enduring love brought tears to everyone's eyes. 
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potpourri
potpourri
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a collection or mixture of miscellaneous items, often diverse in nature

potpourri, mengelmoes

potpourri, mengelmoes

Ex: The magazine's latest issue was a potpourri of articles covering topics ranging from politics to pop culture. 
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RSVP
RSVP
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a French phrase meaning "Please respond," used on invitations to request a reply about whether the person will attend an event or not

antwoord

antwoord

Ex: We received several RSVPs for the party already. 
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risque
risque
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

suggestive of sexual impropriety

gewagd,  suggestief

gewagd, suggestief

Ex: The comedian's risqué jokes caused both laughter and discomfort in the audience. 
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salon
salon
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a refined and often luxurious room in a private residence or establishment used for entertaining guests or hosting intellectual gatherings

salon, ontvangstruimte

salon, ontvangstruimte

Ex: The guests gathered in the salon for drinks before dinner. 
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savoir-faire
savoir-faire
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

social skill

sociale vaardigheid

sociale vaardigheid

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tete-a-tete
tete-a-tete
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a private discussion, often between two people

tête-à-tête

tête-à-tête

Ex: After the meeting, the CEO and the investor had a brief tete-a-tete in the corner. 
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touche
touche
[tussenwerpsel]

used humorously to show that someone has made a good point in an argument or discussion

touché

touché

Ex: Your critique of my argument's weak points was sharp, touché. 
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tour de force
tour de force
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a brilliant or masterful performance that attracts a lot of attention or displays great skill

meesterwerk

meesterwerk

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trompe l'oeil
trompe l'oeil
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

an art technique that deceives the eye by creating realistic optical illusions

trompe-l'oeil

trompe-l'oeil

Ex: He used trompe l'oeil to create the illusion of a door where none existed. 
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vis-a-vis
vis-a-vis
[Voorzetsel]

used to indicate a comparison or contrast between two things or people

in vergelijking met

in vergelijking met

Ex: She compared her performance vis-à-vis her colleagues. 
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voila
voila
[tussenwerpsel]

used to express the sudden appearance, revelation, or accomplishment of something

kijk

kijk

Ex: I just finished baking the cake, and voilà, here it is! 
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angst
angst
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

an acute but unspecific feeling of anxiety; usually reserved for philosophical anxiety about the world or about personal freedom

angst, onrust

angst, onrust

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ersatz
ersatz
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

an artificial or inferior substitute or imitation

ersatz, kunstmatige vervanging

ersatz, kunstmatige vervanging

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gesundheit
gesundheit
[tussenwerpsel]

*** used when somebody has sneezed to wish them good health

gezondheid

gezondheid

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kaput
kaput
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

destroyed or killed

kapot, vernietigd

kapot, vernietigd

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kindergarten
kindergarten
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a class or school that prepares four-year-old to six-year-old children for elementary school

kleuterschool, kindergarten

kleuterschool, kindergarten

Ex: Kindergarten is often a child's first formal introduction to a structured learning environment, where they begin to develop essential social and academic skills. 
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verboten
verboten
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

forbidden or prohibited, especially by authority or law

verboden, verboden

verboden, verboden

Ex: Smoking in the office is verboten according to company policy. 
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wunderkind
wunderkind
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a young person who achieves remarkable success

wonderkind, jong talent

wonderkind, jong talent

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Achilles' heel
Achilles' heel
[Zinsdeel]

a point of weakness or vulnerability

achilleshiel, zwakke plek

achilleshiel, zwakke plek

Ex: Poor communication was the team's Achilles' heel. 
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adonis
adonis
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a very good-looking or sexually appealing young man

adonis, knappe jongeman

adonis, knappe jongeman

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ambrosia
ambrosia
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a dessert typically made with fruits such as oranges and bananas, often mixed with shredded coconut and sometimes whipped cream

ambrosia, tropische fruitsalade

ambrosia, tropische fruitsalade

Ex: Grandma served a sweet ambrosia at the holiday dinner. 
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aphrodisiac
aphrodisiac
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

stimulating sexual desire

afrodisiacum,  seksueel stimulerend

afrodisiacum, seksueel stimulerend

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charisma
charisma
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a compelling charm or attractiveness that inspires devotion and enthusiasm in others

charisma, persoonlijke aantrekkingskracht

charisma, persoonlijke aantrekkingskracht

Ex: His charisma made him a popular leader among his peers. 
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colossal
colossal
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

extremely large in size or scale

kolossaal, gigantisch

kolossaal, gigantisch

Ex: The ancient ruins revealed the remains of a colossal structure that once stood as a testament to architectural marvels. 
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cosmos
cosmos
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the universe, particularly when it is thought of as a systematic whole

kosmos, universum

kosmos, universum

Ex: The study of the cosmos encompasses the exploration of galaxies, stars, and planets. 
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erotic
erotic
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

relating to or causing sexual arousal or excitement

erotisch, sensueel

erotisch, sensueel

Ex: The erotic novel featured explicit scenes of passion and desire. 
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eureka
eureka
[tussenwerpsel]

used to express sudden realization, discovery, or enlightenment

Eureka! Ik heb mijn sleutels onder de bankkussens gevonden!, Gevonden! Mijn sleutels zaten onder de bankkussens!

Eureka! Ik heb mijn sleutels onder de bankkussens gevonden!, Gevonden! Mijn sleutels zaten onder de bankkussens!

Ex: Eureka! I found my keys under the sofa cushions! 
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marathon
marathon
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a running race of 26 miles or 42 kilometers

marathon, marathonloop

marathon, marathonloop

Ex: She trained for months to run her first marathon. 
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mentor
mentor
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a reliable and experienced person who helps those with less experience

mentor, gids

mentor, gids

Ex: The aspiring artist found a mentor who provided valuable feedback and encouragement to help him develop his artistic skills. 
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narcissism
narcissism
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a psychological trait or personality disorder where someone is excessively self-centered and believes they are superior to others

narcisme, egocentrisme

narcisme, egocentrisme

Ex: Narcissism is a personality trait characterized by an exaggerated sense of self-importance and a constant need for admiration from others. 
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nectar
nectar
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the sweet juice from fruits, often undiluted and pure

nectar

nectar

Ex: At the farmers' market, they handed out samples of pure peach nectar that tasted like a slice of summer. 
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nemesis
nemesis
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a formidable opponent or persistent force that causes misery, defeat, or downfall

aartsvijand, nemesis

aartsvijand, nemesis

Ex: The detective finally captured his nemesis, a cunning criminal who had evaded him for years. 
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odyssey
odyssey
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a long wandering and eventful journey

odyssee, lange reis

odyssee, lange reis

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