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clear shot
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to clip
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to clue in
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dead
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fender-bender
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heads up
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heavy
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to keep tabs on somebody or something
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to pick up
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rubbernecker
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rush hour
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scene
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shoulder
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to spin out
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tangle
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a tough row to hoe
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to work one's way over something
rig
rig
zelfstandig naamwoord
r
r
i
ɪ
g
g
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(kar)

(kar)

wagen

a vehicle with wheels drawn by one or more horses

bottleneck
zelfstandig naamwoord
b
b
o
ɑ
tt
t
ə
l
l
e
n
n
e
e
ck
k
(flessenhals)

(flessenhals)

knelpunt

a place where vehicles slow down or stop because the road narrows or there is an obstruction

What is a "bottleneck"?

A bottleneck refers to a section of the road where vehicles slow down or stop due to a buildup, usually because the road narrows or there is an obstacle. This happens when there are more vehicles trying to pass through a limited space, causing delays and long lines of traffic. Common places for bottlenecks include areas with construction, accidents, or exits that only have one lane. Bottlenecks can lead to traffic jams and make travel times longer.

Grammaticale Informatie:

Samengesteld Zelfstandig Naamwoord
to bunch up
werkwoord
uk flag
/bˈʌntʃ ˈʌp/
(opeenhoppen)

(opeenhoppen)

samendringen

to become congested or gather closely together, often referring to traffic or crowds becoming tightly packed or slowed down

Grammaticale Informatie:

Phrasaal Status
inseparable
clear shot
zelfstandig naamwoord
uk flag
/klˈɪɹ ʃˈɑːt/
(onbelemmerd uitzicht)

(onbelemmerd uitzicht)

duidelijke kans

Collocation
Everyday expression
Informal

an unobstructed view or opportunity

Grammaticale Informatie:

Samengesteld Zelfstandig Naamwoord
to clip
werkwoord
c
k
l
l
i
ɪ
p
p
(flitsen)

(flitsen)

snellen

to move swiftly and briskly

Grammaticale Informatie:

Intransitief
to clue in
to clue in
werkwoord
uk flag
/klˈuː ˈɪn/
(op de hoogte brengen)

(op de hoogte brengen)

informeren

to provide someone with information and make them aware of something

Grammaticale Informatie:

Overgankelijk
Phrasaal Status
separable
werkwoord van de zin
clue
partikel van de uitdrukking
in
dead
dead
bijwoord
d
d
ea
ɛ
d
d
(totale stilte)

(totale stilte)

dood

to an absolute or complete extent

fender-bender
zelfstandig naamwoord
uk flag
/fˈɛndɚbˈɛndɚ/
(kleine aanrijding)

(kleine aanrijding)

schadeformulier

a minor car accident that usually involves small damage to the vehicles

What is a "fender-bender"?

A fender-bender is a minor car accident, usually involving a small collision between vehicles at low speeds. It often results in little damage, mostly to the fenders or bumpers of the cars involved. These accidents are typically not serious and may not cause injuries, but drivers still need to exchange information for insurance purposes and may file claims for repairs. Fender-benders commonly happen in places like parking lots or traffic jams.

heads up
heads up
tussenwerpsel
uk flag
/hˈɛdz ˈʌp/
(Kijk uit!)

(Kijk uit!)

Let op!

used to alert someone to pay attention or to be cautious about something

heavy
bijvoeglijk naamwoord
h
h
ea
ɛ
v
v
y
i
(intens)

(intens)

zwaar

of great intensity or power or force

light
to [keep] tabs on {sb/sth}
to keep tabs on somebody or something
Zinsdeel
uk flag
/kˈiːp tˈæbz ˌɑːn ˌɛsbˈiː slˈæʃ ˌɛstˌiːˈeɪtʃ/
N/A

N/A

Collocation

to closely observe someone or something to stay informed about their activities or whereabouts

to pick up
werkwoord
uk flag
/ˈpɪk ˈʌp/
(verhogen)

(verhogen)

toenemen

to increase in speed or pace suddenly or gradually

Grammaticale Informatie:

Intransitief
Phrasaal Status
inseparable
werkwoord van de zin
pick
partikel van de uitdrukking
up
rubbernecker
zelfstandig naamwoord
r
r
u
ʌ
bb
b
e
ə
r
r
n
n
e
ɛ
ck
k
e
ə
r
r
(gluurlap)

(gluurlap)

rubbernecker

a person who stares inquisitively

rush hour
rush hour
zelfstandig naamwoord
uk flag
/ɹˈʌʃ ˈaɪʊɹ/
(drukte)

(drukte)

spitsuur

a time of day at which traffic is the heaviest because people are leaving for work or home

What is "rush hour"?

Rush hour is the period of the day when there is a high volume of people traveling to or from work, school, or other activities. This typically happens in the early morning and late afternoon or evening, when traffic on the roads, buses, and trains is at its busiest. During rush hour, public transportation services and roadways can become crowded, leading to longer travel times. It is a common challenge in cities where many people rely on public transport or cars for their daily commutes.

Grammaticale Informatie:

Samengesteld Zelfstandig Naamwoord
scene
zelfstandig naamwoord
s
s
c
e
i:
n
n
e
(locatie)

(locatie)

scène

the location or setting where an event or action takes place

shoulder
shoulder
zelfstandig naamwoord
sh
ʃ
ou
l
l
d
d
e
ə
r
r
(schouderstrook)

(schouderstrook)

berm

the strip of land on the side of a road where vehicles can stop in an emergency

What is a "shoulder"?

A shoulder is the area of land next to the roadway, usually on the outer edge. It is typically used for emergency stopping or as a safety zone for vehicles, such as when they need to pull over. The shoulder can also be used for pedestrian walkways or bike lanes in some areas. It provides extra space beside the main lanes of traffic, helping to avoid accidents or allowing vehicles to stop without blocking traffic.

to spin out
werkwoord
uk flag
/spˈɪn ˈaʊt/
(zich ronddraaien)

(zich ronddraaien)

de spinnen

to lose control of a vehicle, causing it to spin around or slide uncontrollably, typically on a slippery or wet surface

Grammaticale Informatie:

Phrasaal Status
inseparable
tangle
zelfstandig naamwoord
t
t
a
æ
n
n
g
g
ə
l
l
e
(botsing)

(botsing)

verkeersopstopping

a traffic accident involving two or more vehicles that have collided, often causing a messy or complicated situation on the road

a (tough|hard) row to hoe
a tough row to hoe
Zinsdeel
uk flag
/ɐ tˈʌf hˈɑːɹd ɹˈoʊ tə hˈoʊ/
N/A

N/A

Idiom
Informal

a situation that causes difficulties for one

What is the origin of the idiom "a tough row to hoe" and when to use it?

The idiom "a tough row to hoe" originated from the agricultural practice of hoeing rows in a field to prepare the soil for planting. This expression is used to suggest that the task at hand requires considerable effort, endurance, and perseverance, just as tilling a row of soil can be physically demanding and labor-intensive.

to work one's way over something
Zinsdeel
uk flag
/wˈɜːk wˈʌnz wˈeɪ ˌoʊvɚ ɔːɹ θɹuː ˌɛstˌiːˈeɪtʃ/
N/A

N/A

Idiom

to move toward a destination or goal, often with effort or difficulty, typically involving a gradual or slow progress

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