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animal
[przymiotnik]

marked by the appetites and passions of the body

zwierzęcy,  bestialski

zwierzęcy, bestialski

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.
antsy
[przymiotnik]

having a fidgety feeling caused by nervousness

nerwowy, niespokojny

nerwowy, niespokojny

Ex: The long silence made everyone in the room a little antsy.Długa cisza sprawiła, że wszyscy w pokoju stali się trochę **nerwowi**.
to go ape
[Fraza]

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 .

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.
ass
[Rzeczownik]

a pompous fool

idiota, głupek

idiota, głupek

jackass
[Rzeczownik]

a man who is a stupid incompetent fool

idiota, głupek

idiota, głupek

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.
batty
[przymiotnik]

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

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 .

extremely active, busy, and hardworking

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

an energetic and eager individual who is willing to work hard

pracowita mrówka, zapaleniec

pracowita mrówka, zapaleniec

Ex: The new intern is a real eager beaver.Nowy stażysta to prawdziwy **zapaleniec**. Zawsze zgłasza się na ochotnika do zadań, prosi o dodatkowe obowiązki i wykazuje szczery entuzjazm do nauki.

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 .

extremely busy with work, activities, etc.

Ex: The construction workers were busy as bees, putting up the scaffolding and beginning work on the building.

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.

an anonymous or unidentified source of information

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

a young female adult

ptak, dziewczyna

ptak, dziewczyna

Ex: The lads went out to chat up some birds at the pub .Chłopaki wyszli, aby poderwać kilka **dziewczyn** w pubie.

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 .
early bird
[Rzeczownik]

someone who has a tendency to get up early every morning

ranny ptaszek

ranny ptaszek

Ex: The conference starts at 8 AM , so all the early birds will get the best seats in the front row .Konferencja rozpoczyna się o 8 rano, więc wszyscy **ranne ptaszki** dostaną najlepsze miejsca w pierwszym rzędzie.

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.

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.

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.
jailbird
[Rzeczownik]

a criminal who has been jailed repeatedly

recydywista, więzienny ptak

recydywista, więzienny ptak

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 .
buck
[Rzeczownik]

one dollar

dolar, banknot

dolar, banknot

Ex: He bet his friend a buck that his favorite team would win the game .Założył się z przyjacielem o **dolara**, że jego ulubiona drużyna wygra mecz.
to buck up
[Czasownik]

to encourage someone when they are sad or discouraged

podnosić na duchu, zachęcać

podnosić na duchu, zachęcać

Ex: The teacher's words of encouragement really bucked me up before the exam.Słowa zachęty nauczyciela naprawdę mnie **podniosły na duchu** przed egzaminem.

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.
bug
[Rzeczownik]

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

mikrob, wirus

mikrob, wirus

to bug
[Czasownik]

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

dokuczać,  naprzykrzać się

dokuczać, naprzykrzać się

Ex: Ignoring a person's desire for solitude and continuing to talk may bug them.Ignorowanie czyjejś chęci do samotności i ciągłe mówienie może ich **irytować**.
to work out
[Czasownik]

to find a solution to a problem

rozwiązać, znaleźć

rozwiązać, znaleźć

Ex: She helped me work out the best way to approach the problem .Pomogła mi **wymyślić** najlepszy sposób podejścia do problemu.
bullshit
[Rzeczownik]

obscene words for unacceptable behavior

bzdury, głupoty

bzdury, głupoty

bullheaded
[przymiotnik]

obstinate and stupid

uparty, głupi

uparty, głupi

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

bajdurzenie, nieprawdopodobna historia

bajdurzenie, nieprawdopodobna historia

Ex: The tall tales in that novel were a collection of cock-and-bull stories that made it a bestseller among adventure enthusiasts .Wysokie opowieści w tej powieści były zbiorem **bzdurnych historii**, które uczyniły ją bestsellerem wśród miłośników przygód.

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 .
dumb bunny
[Rzeczownik]

someone whose behavior is marked by foolishness or ignorance

głupi królik, głupek

głupi królik, głupek

Ex: You really thought you could win the lottery with those numbers?Naprawdę myślałeś, że możesz wygrać na loterii z tymi numerami? Przepraszam, ale jesteś trochę **głupim królikiem**.

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.

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.
to catnap
[Czasownik]

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

zdrzemnąć się, ucinać sobie drzemkę

zdrzemnąć się, ucinać sobie drzemkę

Ex: He catnapped for a few minutes before the important meeting .Zdrzemnął się na kilka minut przed ważnym spotkaniem.
copycat
[Rzeczownik]

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

naśladowca, kopiujący

naśladowca, kopiujący

Ex: When Mark started using the same catchphrases as his friend , he playfully called him a copycat and suggested coming up with something unique .Kiedy Mark zaczął używać tych samych zwrotów co jego przyjaciel, żartobliwie nazwał go **naśladowcą** i zasugerował wymyślenie czegoś unikalnego.

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.

to rain really hard

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

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.

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?
to chicken out
[Czasownik]

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

wystraszyć się, wycofać się

wystraszyć się, wycofać się

Ex: Are you going to chicken out of the competition?Czy zamierzasz **wystraszyć się** i wycofać z konkursu?
chickenshit
[Rzeczownik]

a person who is weak and lacks courage

tchórz, strachajło

tchórz, strachajło

Ex: Instead of facing the problem head-on , he acted like a chickenshit and ran away .Zamiast zmierzyć się z problemem, zachował się jak **tchórz** i uciekł.

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.

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 .

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 .

to really annoy or frustrate someone

Ex: While I was studying , their continuous distractions getting my goat.

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 .
scapegoat
[Rzeczownik]

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

kozioł ofiarny, chłopiec do bicia

kozioł ofiarny, chłopiec do bicia

to goose
[Czasownik]

pinch in the buttocks

szczypać w pośladki

szczypać w pośladki

hog
[Rzeczownik]

a person regarded as greedy and pig-like

żarłok, chciwiec

żarłok, chciwiec

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.
to hog
[Czasownik]

take greedily; take more than one's share

zagarniać, monopolizować

zagarniać, monopolizować

hogwash
[Rzeczownik]

an absurd idea or discussion

bzdury, absurd

bzdury, absurd

hoggish
[przymiotnik]

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 .
road hog
[Rzeczownik]

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

egoistyczny kierowca, drogowcy świnia

egoistyczny kierowca, drogowcy świnia

Ex: He encountered a road hog on his way to work , forcing him to slow down .Napotkał **egoistycznego kierowcę** w drodze do pracy, co zmusiło go do zwolnienia.

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.
charley-horse
[Rzeczownik]

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

skurcz mięśni, zakwasy

skurcz mięśni, zakwasy

(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.
to horse around
[Czasownik]

indulge in horseplay

bawić się, żartować

bawić się, żartować

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.
spring chicken
[Rzeczownik]

a young individual with little or no experience

nowicjusz, kurczak

nowicjusz, kurczak

Ex: Olivia is exploring different musical instruments ; she 's a spring chicken in the world of music .Olivia odkrywa różne instrumenty muzyczne; jest **młodym kurczakiem** w świecie muzyki.
clam
[Rzeczownik]

a piece of paper money worth one dollar

banknot jednodolarowy, dolar

banknot jednodolarowy, dolar

to clam up
[Czasownik]

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

zamykać się, nagle milknąć

zamykać się, nagle milknąć

Ex: As soon as the topic of her recent project came up , Emily clam up and did n't want to reveal any details .Gdy tylko pojawił się temat jej ostatniego projektu, Emily **zamknęła się jak ostryga** i nie chciała ujawniać żadnych szczegółów.
holy cow
[wykrzyknik]

said when one is surprised, shocked, or amazed

O kurczę!, Jezu!

O kurczę!, Jezu!

Ex: She got a promotion and a raise?Dostała awans i podwyżkę? **Jasny gwint**, to fantastyczne!

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.
dog
[Rzeczownik]

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

suka, dziwka

suka, dziwka

dog do
[Rzeczownik]

fecal droppings from a dog

psie odchody, kupy psa

psie odchody, kupy psa

dog-eared
[przymiotnik]

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

z zagiętymi rogami, znoszony od częstego używania

z zagiętymi rogami, znoszony od częstego używania

Ex: Despite its dog-eared condition , the diary held precious memories of his travels .Pomimo **znoszonego** stanu, pamiętnik przechowywał cenne wspomnienia z jego podróży.

to be in trouble with someone, typically because of a mistake or wrongdoing

dog-tired
[przymiotnik]

completely worn out, typically from intense physical or mental effort

zmęczony jak pies, wyczerpany

zmęczony jak pies, wyczerpany

Ex: He 'd gone to bed dog-tired, barely able to keep his eyes open .Poszedł spać **wyczerpany**, ledwo mogąc utrzymać oczy otwarte.

(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 .
hound
[Rzeczownik]

someone who is morally reprehensible

łotr, łajdak

łotr, łajdak

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.

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.

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.
top dog
[Rzeczownik]

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

szef, topowy pies

szef, topowy pies

Ex: They were the top dog in the industry for years , but lost their position after a series of scandals .Przez lata byli **niekwestionowanymi liderami** w branży, ale stracili swoją pozycję po serii skandali.
dead duck
[Rzeczownik]

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

martwa kaczka, beznadziejna sprawa

martwa kaczka, beznadziejna sprawa

Ex: The project is behind schedule and over budget , and it 's becoming a dead duck.Projekt jest opóźniony i przekracza budżet, i staje się **martwą kaczką**.
sitting duck
[Rzeczownik]

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

łatwy cel, siedząca kaczka

łatwy cel, siedząca kaczka

Ex: When you 're the only candidate opposing the incumbent with widespread support , you can feel like a sitting duck in the political arena .Kiedy jesteś jedynym kandydatem sprzeciwiającym się urzędującemu z powszechnym poparciem, możesz czuć się jak **łatwy cel** na arenie politycznej.

used to describe someone who is totally bald

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

someone who is keenly aware or observant

orle oko, bystre oko

orle oko, bystre oko

Ex: The security guard's eagle eye caught the suspicious behavior of a person in the crowd.**Orle oko** ochroniarza dostrzegło podejrzane zachowanie osoby w tłumie.

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.
white elephant
[Rzeczownik]

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

biały słoń, kosztowny ciężar

biały słoń, kosztowny ciężar

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 .Nowy system oprogramowania, pomimo obiecujących funkcji, okazał się **białym słoniem** dla firmy z powodu ciągłych awarii i problemów z kompatybilnością.
fishy
[przymiotnik]

suggestive of dishonesty or something dubious

podejrzany, niepewny

podejrzany, niepewny

Ex: She sensed a fishy motive behind his sudden kindness .Wyczuła **podejrzany** motyw za jego nagłą uprzejmością.

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 .

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 .
fox
[Rzeczownik]

a good-looking young person, especially a woman

lis, piękna młoda kobieta

lis, piękna młoda kobieta

foxy
[przymiotnik]

(of a woman) sexually appealing

seksowna, uwodzicielska

seksowna, uwodzicielska

Ex: Her foxy smile and playful wink left a lasting impression on everyone she met .Jej **seksowny** uśmiech i figlarne mrugnięcie pozostawiły trwałe wrażenie na każdym, kogo spotkała.
horseshit
[Rzeczownik]

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

bzdury, głupota

bzdury, głupota

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

high horse
[Rzeczownik]

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

wysoki koń, arogancja

wysoki koń, arogancja

Ex: Trying to climb on any high horse would only be embarrassing at best , and at the very least hypocritical .Próba wdrapania się na **wysokiego konia** byłaby co najwyżej żenująca, a co najmniej hipokrytyczna.

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 .

soon or in a quick manner

Ex: The team resolved the issue in two shakes of a lamb's tail, preventing any further complications.

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.
grease monkey
[Rzeczownik]

a mechanic or someone who works on cars

mechanik, złota rączka od samochodów

mechanik, złota rączka od samochodów

Ex: She became known as the neighborhood grease monkey for her car repair skills .Została znana jako **mechanik** sąsiedztwa dzięki swoim umiejętnościom naprawy samochodów.

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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