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O livro Street Talk 2 - Um Olhar Mais Atento: Lição 7

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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.
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boo hoo
[interjeição]

used to express mock or exaggerated sadness, often in a playful or sarcastic manner

buá buá, ai ai

buá buá, ai ai

Ex: "Boo hoo, I have to do my homework," he groaned, rolling his eyes.**Boo hoo**, tenho que fazer minha lição de casa, ele gemeu, revirando os olhos.
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something disappointing or unfortunate, often related to summer activities or plans

Ex: "The air conditioning broke on the hottest day of the year.
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by any means that is necessary

Ex: We're going to get this done by hook or by crook, whether it's easy or not.
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to knowingly do what can get one into trouble

Ex: Starting a fight with the biggest guy in the bar is like saying 're cruising for a bruising; it wo n't end well .
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used to emphasize that people have different tastes, preferences, and needs, and that it is important to recognize and respect these differences

Ex: The human resources manager understood that her employees had varying needs and preferences, and created a flexible work environment to accommodate them - different strokes for different folks.
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double trouble
[substantivo]

*** a situation in which there is twice the number of problems that usually exist

problema duplo, doble confusão

problema duplo, doble confusão

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so intoxicated with alcohol that one starts behaving like a lunatic

Ex: Trying to walk in a straight line after that much wine left him looking drunk as a skunk.
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done honestly, justly, or without disobeying any rules

Ex: The company promises to distribute bonuses fair and square based on performance metrics.
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fender-bender
[substantivo]

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

batida leve, pequeno acidente

batida leve, pequeno acidente

Ex: The police officer took a quick report for the fender-bender.O policial fez um relatório rápido para o **pequeno acidente**.
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fuddy-duddy
[substantivo]

a conservative who is old-fashioned or dull in attitude or appearance

careta, antiquado

careta, antiquado

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geez louise
[interjeição]

used to convey surprise, frustration, or disbelief, often in a mild or humorous way

caramba, nossa senhora

caramba, nossa senhora

Ex: "Geez Louise, that was one crazy roller coaster ride!"**Caramba**, isso foi um passeio de montanha-russa louco!
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to accept things as they happen, without trying to control or resist them

Ex: Even though the schedule changed, I’m fine with it.
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holy moly
[interjeição]

used to express one's surprise or bewilderment

santo Deus, caramba

santo Deus, caramba

Ex: Holy moley, that roller coaster was way more thrilling than I expected!**Santo Deus**, aquela montanha-russa foi muito mais emocionante do que eu esperava!
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eager or ready for sexual activity

Ex: Jake couldn't keep his eyes off Lisa at the party.
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hotshot
[substantivo]

someone who is extraordinarily successful and talented at what they do

ás, crack

ás, crack

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humdrum
[adjetivo]

lacking excitement or variety

monótono, entediante

monótono, entediante

Ex: The novel's humdrum plot failed to capture the reader's interest, resulting in a lackluster reception.O enredo **monótono** do romance não conseguiu captar o interesse do leitor, resultando em uma recepção medíocre.
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a busy, noisy, and active environment or situation

Ex: After living in the suburbs , hustle and bustle of downtown was a big adjustment for him .
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used to emphasize the importance of staying cautious and alert, so as not to miss any opportunities

Ex: I always tell my students that you snooze, you lose, and that they should always be ready to take advantage of opportunities when they arise.
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used to respond to a farewell, typically in a fun or lighthearted way

Ex: I’ll be off now.
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itsy-bitsy
[adjetivo]

extremely small, often in a cute or endearing way

pequenininho, minúsculo

pequenininho, minúsculo

Ex: They decorated the room with itsy-bitsy paper lanterns for the party .Eles decoraram o quarto com lanternas de papel **pequenininhas** para a festa.
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jeepers creepers
[interjeição]

used to express astonishment or sometimes mild frustration, often in a playful or exaggerated way

Caramba, Nossa

Caramba, Nossa

Ex: Jeepers creepers , look at the size of that storm cloud !**Jeepers creepers**, olha o tamanho daquela nuvem de tempestade!
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jet set
[substantivo]

a group of wealthy, stylish individuals who travel frequently and luxuriously, often to exclusive destinations for leisure and social activities

o jet set, a alta sociedade viajante

o jet set, a alta sociedade viajante

Ex: The island attracts the jet set with its luxury villas and private beaches .A ilha atrai o **jet set** com suas vilas de luxo e praias privativas.
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Joe Schmoe
[substantivo]

a term used to refer to an average or ordinary person, often in a dismissive or humorous way

Zé Ninguém, João Silva

Zé Ninguém, João Silva

Ex: I ca n’t believe Joe Schmoe was able to solve that problem , it ’s usually such a challenge .Não acredito que **Zé Ninguém** conseguiu resolver aquele problema, geralmente é um desafio tão grande.
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local yokel
[substantivo]

a person from a rural or small town, often used in a slightly mocking or humorous way

caipira, matuto

caipira, matuto

Ex: He may be a local yokel, but he ’s got a heart of gold .Ele pode ser um **caipira local**, mas tem um coração de ouro.
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used to warn against the dangers of careless talk or gossip, particularly in situations where secrecy or confidentiality is important, as it can have serious consequences

Ex: She knew that loose lips sink ships, so she kept the details of her new project to herself until it was ready to be launched.
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lovey-dovey
[adjetivo]

***very affectionate or romantic, especially excessively so

meloso, grudento

meloso, grudento

Ex: All my friends were either lovey-dovey couples or wild, single girls.Todos os meus amigos eram ou casais **apaixonados demais** ou garotas solteiras e selvagens.
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to be in a very good position and be living a luxurious life

Ex: With the successful launch of the product, the company now has it made in the shade, dominating the market.
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to bring about either success or failure for someone or something

Ex: Leadership decisions make or break an organization .
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hanky panky
[substantivo]

verbal misrepresentation intended to take advantage of you in some way

engano, trapaça

engano, trapaça

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heebie-jeebies
[substantivo]

extreme nervousness

o nervosismo extremo, o frio na barriga

o nervosismo extremo, o frio na barriga

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hell's bells
[substantivo]

used to show one's frustration, surprise, or anger

caramba, droga

caramba, droga

Ex: You lost your wallet again?Perdeu sua carteira de novo? **Pelo amor de Deus**, você precisa ser mais cuidadoso.
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helter-skelter
[advérbio]

haphazardly

desordenadamente, sem critério

desordenadamente, sem critério

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hocus-pocus
[interjeição]

used as part of the magician's patter to create excitement and anticipation for the magical effect about to occur

abracadabra, hocus pocus

abracadabra, hocus pocus

Ex: And now, for my final act of the evening, hocus-pocus!E agora, para o meu ato final da noite, **hocus-pocus**! A caixa vazia agora está cheia de uma revoada de borboletas!
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hodgepodge
[substantivo]

a theory or argument made up of miscellaneous or incongruous ideas

mistura, confusão

mistura, confusão

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hoity-toity
[adjetivo]

affectedly genteel

afetado, pretensioso

afetado, pretensioso

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okey-dokey
[interjeição]

used to show agreement, approval, etc.

tá bom, ok

tá bom, ok

Ex: "Okey-dokey, see you tomorrow!""**Tá bom**, até amanhã!" ele gritou ao sair do escritório no final do dia.
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(of a person) tough, efficient, and in peak physical or functional condition

Ex: She runs mean and lean kitchen , with every tool and ingredient serving a purpose .
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mumbo jumbo
[substantivo]

complicated activities, rituals, or words that lack any real purpose

jargão incompreensível, conversa fiada

jargão incompreensível, conversa fiada

Ex: The conspiracy theory was nothing more than a collection of baseless claims and mumbo jumbo, lacking any credible evidence .A teoria da conspiração não passava de uma coleção de alegações infundadas e **jargão**, sem qualquer evidência credível.
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namby-pamby
[adjetivo]

weak in willpower, courage or vitality

fraco, pusilânime

fraco, pusilânime

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the most important aspects or principles of something such as an experience or idea

Ex: Before signing the contract , make sure you the nitty-gritty of the terms and conditions .
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nitwit
[substantivo]

a foolish or clueless person

tolo, idiota

tolo, idiota

Ex: That nitwit tried microwaving a metal spoon — guess how that ended .Aquele **idiota** tentou esquentar uma colher de metal no micro-ondas — adivinha como isso terminou.
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no muss, no fuss
[Sentença]

said to mean that something can be easily done or achieved

Ex: The project went smoothly, and there was no muss, no fuss in meeting the deadline.
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used for saying that without working hard and experiencing difficulties, one cannot achieve anything

Ex: He could hardly lift the weights, but the coach shouted, "no pain, no gain" to keep him motivated.
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no way, Jose
[interjeição]

used to indicate that something is absolutely not going to happen or is completely unacceptable, often in a playful or exaggerated manner

de maneira nenhuma,  José

de maneira nenhuma, José

Ex: He'll never take such a shortcut, no way, Jose!Ele nunca vai pegar um atalho desses, **de jeito nenhum, José** !
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out and about
[advérbio]

out of the house or office, and actively engaged in various activities, especially outdoors

fora e ativo, passeando

fora e ativo, passeando

Ex: The doctor advised him to rest , but he was already out and about by the afternoon .O médico aconselhou-o a descansar, mas ele já estava **fora e ativo** à tarde.
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palsy-walsy
[adjetivo]

used to describe a relationship or behavior that is overly familiar or insincerely friendly, often to the point of being exaggerated or forced

muito íntimo, falsamente amigável

muito íntimo, falsamente amigável

Ex: They acted all palsy-walsy during the meeting, but I could tell there was some tension behind it.Eles agiram de forma **excessivamente amigável** durante a reunião, mas eu podia sentir que havia alguma tensão por trás disso.
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party-hearty
[adjetivo]

used to describe someone who is energetic, enthusiastic, and excessive in their approach to partying or celebrating

animado, festivo

animado, festivo

Ex: After a long week , he likes to kick back and go party-hearty with his friendsDepois de uma longa semana, ele gosta de relaxar e **festejar com animação** com os amigos.
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payday
[substantivo]

the day on which you receive pay for your work

dia de pagamento, dia do salário

dia de pagamento, dia do salário

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plain Jane
[frase]

a woman who is perceived as ordinary or unremarkable in appearance or style

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pooper scooper
[substantivo]

a tool or device used for picking up animal waste, particularly from dogs, in outdoor areas

apanhador de fezes, pá de fezes

apanhador de fezes, pá de fezes

Ex: The pooper scooper is very convenient for keeping the yard clean .O **recolhedor de fezes** é muito conveniente para manter o quintal limpo.
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roly-poly
[adjetivo]

short and fat

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used to tell someone to not spit when they are talking

Ex: During the presentation, the speaker became animated and forgot to say it, not spray it.
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the action of eating something rapidly or in large quantities, leading to feeling so full or sick that vomiting occurs afterward

Ex: After scarfed and barfed that ice cream , I swore I 'd never do it again !
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used to informally say goodbye, often in a playful or lighthearted manner

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to shop for an extended period of time, often to the point of exhaustion

Ex: shopped until they dropped at the outlet mall during the holiday sales .
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silly Billy
[substantivo]

used to playfully call someone who is acting foolish or silly, often in an affectionate or teasing manner

bobo, palhaço

bobo, palhaço

Ex: Do n't be a silly Billy, you know that 's not how it works !Não seja um **silly Billy**, você sabe que não é assim que funciona!
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super duper
[adjetivo]

used to describe something that is exceptionally good, impressive, or intense

super legal, hiper divertido

super legal, hiper divertido

Ex: You did a super duper job on the presentation !Você fez um trabalho **super duper** na apresentação!
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tee-hee
[interjeição]

used to represent a light, giggly, or mischievous laugh, often in a playful or teasing manner

hi-hi, hé-hé

hi-hi, hé-hé

Ex: Tee-hee!**Tee-hee**! Não acredito que conseguimos fazer isso!
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used to playfully or mockingly dismiss someone, often as a lighthearted insult or comeback

Ex: I do n't care what you sayup your nose with a rubber hose!
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the gradual damage or deterioration that occurs to an object or property as a result of normal use or aging

Ex: The printer was still working fine , despite some wear and tear.
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used to describe a quick, casual sexual encounter, where there is little to no emotional involvement, often followed by a swift departure or goodbye

Ex: They both knew it was just a casual encounter, a wham-bam, thank you ma’am kind of thing.
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used to ask someone for their intended course of action or next steps, often in a casual or lighthearted manner

Ex: What's the plan, Sam?
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to use various dishonest or complicated methods in order to gain things, particularly in politics or business

Ex: The art of wheeling and dealing involves finding compromises that benefit all parties involved.
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