Decyzja i Kontrola - Stanowczość

Opanuj angielskie idiomy dotyczące zdecydowania, takie jak "wyrzucić pochwę" i "jasne i oczywiste".

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to [make] up {one's} mind [Fraza]

to come to a final decision or conclusion after considering different options or possibilities

Ex: Despite the conflicting opinions from friends , she made up her mind to continue her studies abroad .

to [give|move|budge] an inch [Fraza]

(always negative) ‌to refuse to make even a slightest change to one's position, decision, etc.

Ex: In a debate , he never gives an inch , always defending his viewpoint vigorously .

to [sit] tight [Fraza]

to refuse to change one's opinion or decision regarding something

Ex: The job applicant was asked to sit tight while the hiring manager finished interviewing other candidates .

to [stick] to {one's} guns [Fraza]

to maintain one's beliefs or perspective regardless of others' disagreement

Ex: Despite the temptation to compromise , the politician stuck to his guns and remained committed to his campaign promises .

the die [is] cast [Zdanie]

used to say that something is completely decided and cannot be changed

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[set] in {one's} ways [Fraza]

to refuse to change one's opinions, behaviors, habits, etc.

Ex: After years of following a strict routine , he has become set in his ways and finds it difficult to adapt to sudden changes .

to [take] time by the forelock [Fraza]

to act quickly in order to use an opportunity

Ex: Realizing the limited availability of discounted tickets , she decided to take time by the forelock and purchase them immediately .

cut and dried [Fraza]

used to describe a situation that has almost no chance of changing as it is already decided

Ex: The teacher 's grading rubric made the evaluation of the essays cut and dried , leaving no room for subjective interpretation .

not for all the tea in China [Fraza]

used to express a strong refusal to do something, regardless of the great reward or incentive offered

Ex: She would n't compromise her principles , not for all the tea in China ; she stood firm in her beliefs .

to [put] {one's} foot down [Fraza]

to firmly take control and enforce a specific action

Ex: The parent put their foot down and established clear rules regarding screen time to promote a healthier balance for their children .

to [throw] away the scabbard [Fraza]

to fully commit to a course of action without any intention of retreat or hesitation

Ex: To achieve our dreams , we must throw away the scabbard and wholeheartedly embrace the challenges and sacrifices necessary for success .