Opinião - Expressar opiniões

Mergulhe em expressões idiomáticas inglesas que se relacionam a expressar opiniões, como 'pensar fora da caixa' e 'pegue isso de mim'.

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the thing is [frase]

used to introduce an explanation or a reason for something; often a way of clarifying a situation

Ex: She agreed to meet , but the thing is , she ’s running late .

for what it is worth [frase]

used before a comment or opinion to indicate that the speaker is sharing it, even though they may not be sure of its value or significance

Ex: I understand your hesitation , but for what it 's worth , I think you 're more capable of handling this challenge than you realize .

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

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

Ex: Despite the feedback from colleagues , he remains set in his ways and refuses to consider alternative viewpoints .

to [speak] {one's} mind [frase]

to express one's opinions in an honest or fearless way

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to [shift] {one's} ground [frase]

to adopt a different opinion or point of view, particularly a contradictory one

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to [think] (little|badly|poorly) of {sb} [frase]

to have a negative or unfavorable opinion or perception of that person

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to [think] nothing of {sth} [frase]

to think that something is normal, easy, unimportant, etc., particularly while others think it to be wrong, strange, difficult, important, etc.

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to [think] outside the box [frase]

to think in a creative way in order to come up with original solutions

Ex: The entrepreneur succeeded in the competitive market by thinking outside the box and identifying unmet customer needs .

in a (new|different) light [frase]

to perceive or regard someone or something with a new perspective, particularly one that is positive

Ex: After hearing her personal story , I came to see her in a new light , understanding her motivations and struggles better .

take it from me [Sentença]

used to advise someone to trust one's judgment or experience concerning a particular matter

Ex: Take it from me , pursuing your passions leads to a fulfilling and meaningful life .

to take it from someone [frase]

used to tell someone to accept the word or advice of someone else, particularly someone who is older or more experienced

Ex: Having traveled the world extensively , I can take it from someone who 's experienced different cultures , that open-mindedness and adaptability are essential for a fulfilling life .

gut (feeling|reaction) [frase]

a belief that is strong, yet without any explainable reason

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a word to the wise [frase]

used before advising someone or giving them a warning

Ex: A word to the wise : treat others with kindness and respect , as you never know when you might need their help or support .

to [run] deep [frase]

(of a feeling, problem, or belief) to be really strong or troublesome due to having existed for a long time

Ex: The desire for freedom runs deep in the human spirit , a yearning for self-determination and the ability to live life on one 's own terms .

straight from the shoulder [frase]

saying what is in one's mind in a very forceful yet honest manner

Ex: The friend gave her straight from the shoulder advice , pointing out the potential consequences of her actions without judgment or malice .

to (the best of|) my knowledge [frase]

used when one is about to say something that is only based on information they have

Ex: To my knowledge , there are no known side effects associated with this medication .

to [shoot] off {one's} mouth [frase]

to continuously talk about something, in a way that seems foolish or careless

Ex: The social media influencer 's habit of shooting off her mouth about controversial topics caused her to lose followers and damage her reputation .

in {one's} bad books [frase]

in a state in which one is disliked by someone

Ex: The child 's constant tantrums , her disrespectful attitude towards her parents , and her refusal to obey their rules caused a rift between her and her parents , putting her firmly in their bad books .

in {one's} good books [frase]

in a state in which someone is very pleased with one

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to [change] {one's} tune [frase]

to change one's opinion, attitude, or way of speaking, usually to something very different from before

Ex: Do n't expect him to stick to his word — he changes his tune all the time .

to [know] where {sb} [stand] [frase]

to have an understanding of how one is viewed or valued by another person

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to {not} [have] a good word to say (for|about) {sth} [frase]

to have a very negative opinion about someone or something and to be unable to say anything positive or complimentary about them

Ex: He does n’t have a good word to say about his old job ; he always complains about it .

to [hold] {one's} tongue [frase]

to refrain from speaking or expressing one's thoughts or opinions

Ex: In situations like these , it 's often better to hold your tongue and listen rather than speak impulsively .

Opinião
Acordo ou aprovação	Desacordo ou Desaprovação	Criticism	Rebuke
Expressar opiniões	Discussion	Ponto de vista	Fazendo um ponto
Pensamentos & Suposições	Argument	Quarrel