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to plot
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outcry
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revelation
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scandal
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political
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conspiracy
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conspiracy theory
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cover-up
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to expose
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libel
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slander
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to accuse
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to pay out
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reputation
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to emerge
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to hack
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to secure
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scoop
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to listen in
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to settle
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lawsuit
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to obtain
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inside information
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to face
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allegation
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to hamper
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inquiry
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to issue
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apology
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agreement
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approval
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to accede to
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to concur
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to condone
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to acquiesce
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to assent
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to comply
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to endorse
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euphemism
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exchange
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view
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to expect
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economically
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disadvantaged
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ethnic cleansing
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thin on top
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to let go
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misinformation
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pre-owned
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restroom
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spin doctor
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political correctness
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champagne socialist
54-
hot potato
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to get on one's soapbox
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friends in high places
57-
to authorize
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to play politics
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to climb the greasy pole
to plot
to plot
verb
p
p
l
l
o
ɑ
t
t
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(a trama)

(a trama)

a conspira

to secretly make a plan to harm someone or do something illegal

example
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The group of conspirators plotted to sabotage the competitor's business by spreading false rumors.
The criminals were arrested before they could fully plot their scheme.

Informații Gramaticale:

Tranzitiv
outcry
substantiv
o
a
u
ʊ
t
t
c
k
r
r
y
(protest)

(protest)

strigăt

a loud, sustained noise or shout of disapproval, protest, or outrage

revelation
substantiv
r
r
e
ɛ
v
v
e
ə
l
l
a
t
ʃ
io
ə
n
n
(dezvăluire)

(dezvăluire)

revelație

the act of making something known or revealed, particularly something surprising or previously unknown

scandal
substantiv
s
s
c
k
a
æ
n
n
d
d
a
ə
l
l
(discreditare)

(discreditare)

scandal

harmful and sensational gossip about someone's private life, often designed to shame or discredit them in public

political
political
adjectiv
p
p
o
ə
l
l
i
ɪ
t
t
i
ɪ
c
k
a
ə
l
l
(political)

(political)

politic

related to or involving the governance of a country or territory

nonpolitical
conspiracy
substantiv
c
k
o
ə
n
n
s
s
p
p
i
ɪ
r
r
a
ə
c
s
y
i
(complot)

(complot)

conspirație

a plan which is a secret and made by a group of people to do something illegal or to kill someone

conspiracy theory
substantiv
uk flag
/kənspɪɹəsi θiəɹi/
(teorie conspirativă)

(teorie conspirativă)

teorie a conspirației

a belief or explanation that suggests a secret group or organization is responsible for an event, often involving illegal or dishonest activities

Informații Gramaticale:

Substantiv Compozit
cover-up
substantiv
uk flag
/ˈkəvɝˌəp/
(mascare)

(mascare)

acoperire

an attempt to conceal something, often an illegal or unethical action or situation

to expose
to expose
verb
e
ɪ
x
ks
p
p
o
s
z
e
(a dezvălui)

(a dezvălui)

a expune

to put someone or something in a position in which they are vulnerable or are at risk

Informații Gramaticale:

Tranzitiv
libel
substantiv
l
l
i
b
b
e
ə
l
l
(defăimare)

(defăimare)

calomnie

a published false statement that damages a person's reputation

slander
substantiv
s
s
l
l
a
æ
n
n
d
d
e
ɜ
r
r
(defăimare)

(defăimare)

calomnie

a false and malicious statement made about someone with the intent to harm their reputation or character

to accuse
to accuse
verb
a
ə
cc
k
u
ju
s
z
e
(a învinui)

(a învinui)

a acuza

to say that a person or group has done something wrong

Informații Gramaticale:

Tranzitiv
to pay out
to pay out
verb
uk flag
/pˈeɪ ˈaʊt/
(a despăgubi)

(a despăgubi)

a plăti

to distribute money or funds, usually as a payment for something or as compensation for a loss or damage

reputation
substantiv
r
r
e
ɛ
p
p
u
j
ə
t
t
a
t
ʃ
io
ə
n
n
(faimă)

(faimă)

reputație

the state in which a person or an organization is highly respected and esteemed by others

disrepute
to emerge
verb
e
i
m
m
e
ɜ
r
r
g
ʤ
e
(ieși la iveală)

(ieși la iveală)

apărea

to become apparent after a period of development, transformation, or investigation

Informații Gramaticale:

Intranzitiv
to hack
to hack
verb
h
h
a
æ
ck
k
(a accesa ilegal)

(a accesa ilegal)

a pătrunde ilegal

(computing) to illegally access a computer system, network, or online account in order to find, use, or change the information it contains

Informații Gramaticale:

Tranzitiv
to secure
verb
s
s
e
ɪ
c
k
u
r
r
e
(a asigura)

(a asigura)

a obține

to reach or gain a particular thing, typically requiring significant amount of effort

Informații Gramaticale:

Tranzitiv
scoop
substantiv
s
s
c
k
oo
u
p
p
(informație de primă pagină)

(informație de primă pagină)

înștiințare

a piece of news reported by a news agency sooner than other media channels or newspapers

What is a "scoop"?

A scoop is a news story that is reported before others, giving a particular news outlet or journalist exclusive coverage of an event or topic. It is often considered a significant achievement in journalism, as it provides the public with information that has not yet been widely reported. A scoop can involve breaking news, uncovering hidden facts, or offering a unique perspective on an issue. Journalists and media organizations compete to secure scoops, as they can attract attention, increase credibility, and enhance the reputation of the reporters and the publication.

to listen in
to listen in
verb
uk flag
/lˈɪsən ˈɪn/
(a spiona)

(a spiona)

a asculta

to listen to a conversation or communication without participating

Informații Gramaticale:

Intranzitiv
Statut Phrasal
inseparable
verbul frazei
listen
particulă a frazei
in
to settle
verb
s
s
e
ɛ
tt
t
ə
l
l
e
(a rezolva)

(a rezolva)

a soluţiona

to resolve a legal dispute decisively or definitively, often in order to bring an end to it

Informații Gramaticale:

Tranzitiv
lawsuit
substantiv
l
l
a
ɔ
w
s
s
ui
u
t
t
(acțiune în instanță)

(acțiune în instanță)

proces

a complaint or claim that someone brings to a law court for settlement

to obtain
to obtain
verb
o
ə
b
b
t
t
ai
n
n
(a procura)

(a procura)

a obține

to get something, often with difficulty

Informații Gramaticale:

Tranzitiv
inside information
substantiv
uk flag
/ɪnsˈaɪd ˌɪnfɚmˈeɪʃən/
(informație confidențială)

(informație confidențială)

informație privilegiată

information that is not yet publicly available, and is known only to a select group of people

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Substantiv Compozit
to face
to face
verb
f
f
a
c
s
e
(a înfrunta)

(a înfrunta)

a se confrunta

to deal with a given situation, especially an unpleasant one

avoid

Informații Gramaticale:

Tranzitiv
allegation
substantiv
a
æ
ll
l
e
ə
g
g
a
t
ʃ
io
ə
n
n
(susținere)

(susținere)

acuzare

an assertion of fact made by one party in a legal proceeding, which is not yet proved

to hamper
to hamper
verb
h
h
a
æ
m
m
p
p
e
ɜ
r
r
(a obstrucționa)

(a obstrucționa)

a împiedica

to prevent something from moving or progressing

Informații Gramaticale:

Tranzitiv
inquiry
substantiv
i
ɪ
n
n
q
k
u
w
i
r
r
y
i
(investigație)

(investigație)

întrebare

the process of seeking information or knowledge through investigation, exploration, or analysis

to issue
to issue
verb
i
ɪ
ss
ʃ
ue
u
(a lansa)

(a lansa)

a emite

to make available for sale or distribution to the public

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Tranzitiv
apology
apology
substantiv
a
ə
p
p
o
ɑ
l
l
o
ə
g
ʤ
y
i
(îndreptățire)

(îndreptățire)

scuză

something that a person says or writes that shows they regret what they did to someone

agreement
agreement
substantiv
a
ə
g
g
r
r
ee
i:
m
m
e
ə
n
n
t
t
(înțelegere)

(înțelegere)

contract

a promise, an arrangement, or a contract between two or more people

approval
substantiv
a
ə
pp
p
r
r
o
u
v
v
a
ə
l
l
(aprobată)

(aprobată)

aprobat

a formal agreement to something

disapproval
to accede to
to accede to
verb
uk flag
/ɐksˈiːd tuː/
(a ceda la)

(a ceda la)

a consimți la

to agree to a request, proposal, or demand

Informații Gramaticale:

Statut Phrasal
inseparable
verbul frazei
accede
particulă a frazei
to
to concur
to concur
verb
c
k
o
ə
n
n
c
k
u
ɜ
r
r
(a fi de acord)

(a fi de acord)

a conveni

to express agreement with a particular opinion, statement, action, etc.

disagree

Informații Gramaticale:

Intranzitiv
to condone
to condone
verb
c
k
o
ə
n
n
d
d
o
n
n
e
(a accepta)

(a accepta)

a tolera

to accept or forgive something that is commonly believed to be wrong

Informații Gramaticale:

Tranzitiv
to acquiesce
verb
a
æ
c
k
q
u
w
ie
s
s
c
e
(a accepta)

(a accepta)

a se conforma

to reluctantly accept something without protest

dissent
to assent
to assent
verb
a
ə
ss
s
e
ɛ
n
n
t
t
(a fi de acord)

(a fi de acord)

a consimți

to agree to something, such as a suggestion, request, etc.

dissent

Informații Gramaticale:

Intranzitiv
to comply
to comply
verb
c
k
o
ə
m
m
p
p
l
l
y
(a respecta)

(a respecta)

a se conforma

to act in accordance with rules, regulations, or requests

Informații Gramaticale:

Intranzitiv
to endorse
to endorse
verb
e
ɛ
n
n
d
d
o
ɔ
r
r
s
s
e
(a aproba)

(a aproba)

a susține

to publicly state that one supports or approves someone or something

Informații Gramaticale:

Tranzitiv
euphemism
euphemism
substantiv
eu
ju
ph
f
e
ə
m
m
i
ɪ
s
z
ə
m
m
(expresie eufemistică)

(expresie eufemistică)

eufemism

a word or expression that is used instead of a harsh or insulting one in order to be more tactful and polite

dysphemism
What is a "euphemism"?

A euphemism is a word or phrase used to replace a term that may be considered harsh, unpleasant, or offensive. It aims to soften the impact of the original term and make it more acceptable in conversation. For example, instead of saying "die," one might say "pass away." Euphemisms are often used in sensitive topics such as death, bodily functions, or discomforting situations. While they can help to convey a message in a gentler way, they may also obscure the truth or make communication less direct.

exchange
substantiv
e
ɪ
x
ks
ch
ʧ
a
n
n
g
ʤ
e
(extragere)

(extragere)

schimb

the act of exchanging or trading one thing for another

view
substantiv
v
v
i
j
e
w
u
(viziune)

(viziune)

perspectivă

a particular way of seeing or understanding something

to expect
to expect
verb
e
ɪ
x
ks
p
p
e
ɛ
c
k
t
t
(a anticipa)

(a anticipa)

a aștepta

to think or believe that it is possible for something to happen or for someone to do something

Informații Gramaticale:

Tranzitiv
economically
adverb
e
ɛ
c
k
o
ə
n
n
o
ɑ
m
m
i
ɪ
c
k
a
ll
l
y
i
(din punct de vedere economic)

(din punct de vedere economic)

economic

in a way that is related to economics

Informații Gramaticale:

Adverb Interogativ
disadvantaged
disadvantaged
adjectiv
d
d
i
ɪ
s
s
a
ə
d
d
v
v
a
æ
n
n
t
a
ɪ
g
ʤ
e
d
d
(dezavantajat)

(dezavantajat)

defavorizat

(of a person or area) facing challenging circumstances, especially financially or socially

ethnic cleansing
substantiv
uk flag
/ˈɛθnɪk klˈɛnzɪŋ/
(purificare etnică)

(purificare etnică)

curățare etnică

the forced removal or elimination of a particular ethnic or religious group from a specific geographic area, often through violent means

Informații Gramaticale:

Substantiv Compozit
thin on top
frază
uk flag
/θˈɪn ˌɑːn tˈɑːp/
N/A

N/A

Idiom
Informal

having less hair, particularly on the upper part of the head, often leading to baldness

What is the origin of the idiom "thin on top" and when to use it?

The idiom "thin on top" is derived from the observation that individuals who experience hair loss or a receding hairline tend to have less hair specifically on the top of their heads. It is typically used to describe someone who has a noticeable reduction in hair density on the crown or upper portion of their head. This phrase is often used in a descriptive or observational manner and is commonly associated with aging or male pattern baldness.

to let go
to let go
verb
uk flag
/lˈɛt ɡˈoʊ/
(a da afară)

(a da afară)

a concedia

to dismiss someone from their job or employment, often due to poor performance or misconduct

Informații Gramaticale:

Tranzitiv
misinformation
substantiv
m
m
i
ɪ
s
s
i
ɪ
n
n
f
f
o
ɜ
r
r
m
m
a
t
ʃ
io
ə
n
n
(informații eronate)

(informații eronate)

informații false

false or inaccurate information that is spread or communicated, often with the intention of deceiving or misleading others

pre-owned
adjectiv
uk flag
/pɹˈiːˈoʊnd/
(uşor folosit)

(uşor folosit)

second-hand

previously owned or used by someone else before being sold or resold, often in reference to goods such as cars, electronics, or clothing

restroom
restroom
substantiv
r
r
e
ɛ
s
s
t
t
r
r
oo
u
m
m
(finding)

(finding)

toaletă

a room in a public place with a toilet in it

spin doctor
spin doctor
substantiv
uk flag
/spˈɪn dˈɑːktɚ/
(consultant de imagine)

(consultant de imagine)

specialist în comunicare

Idiom

a person or group of people who are often employed by politicians, public figures, or the government in order to shape the public opinion in their favor

What is the origin of the idiom "spin doctor" and when to use it?

The idiom "spin doctor" is believed to have originated in the United States and its origins can be traced back to the field of public relations and the world of politics. It gained prominence in the late 1980s and early 1990s. It is used when discussing individuals or professionals who strategically manage information and communication to shape public opinion.

Informații Gramaticale:

Substantiv Compozit
political correctness
substantiv
uk flag
/pəlˈɪɾɪkəl kɚɹˈɛktnəs/
(corectitudine politică)

(corectitudine politică)

corectitudinea politică

the use of language, behavior, or policies that are intended to avoid offense or discrimination towards certain groups of people

political incorrectness

Informații Gramaticale:

Substantiv Compozit
champagne socialist
substantiv
uk flag
/ʃæmpˈeɪn sˈoʊʃəlˌɪst/
(socialist cu stil de viață extravagant)

(socialist cu stil de viață extravagant)

socialist din mahmureală

used to describe a person who advocates for socialist policies but is perceived to live a luxurious or privileged lifestyle

Informații Gramaticale:

Substantiv Compozit
hot potato
substantiv
uk flag
/hˈɑːt pətˈeɪɾoʊ/
(subiect delicat)

(subiect delicat)

problemă controversată

Idiom
Informal

a difficult or controversial issue or topic that is uncomfortable or risky to handle

What is the origin of the idiom "hot potato" and when to use it?

The idiom "hot potato" originated from the literal situation of a potato being hot and difficult to handle. It has evolved to describe any controversial, sensitive, or challenging issue or topic that is passed or transferred quickly from one person or group to another due to its complexity or potential for difficulty. The phrase is commonly used to emphasize the uncomfortable nature of dealing with a particular matter, often highlighting the desire of individuals or entities to avoid responsibility for it.

Informații Gramaticale:

Substantiv Compozit
to get on one's soapbox
frază
uk flag
/ɡɛt ˌɑːn wˈʌnz sˈoʊpbɑːks/
N/A

N/A

to express one's strong opinions or beliefs publicly and forcefully, often in a long and impassioned speech

friends in high places
friends in high places
frază
uk flag
/fɹˈɛndz ɪn hˈaɪ plˈeɪsᵻz/
N/A

N/A

Idiom

one's acquaintances who possess great influence and are willing to help one get out of trouble or achieve what one desires

What is the origin of the idiom "friends in high places" and when to use it?

The origin of this idiom is thought to have originated in the Middle Ages. At that time, the nobility and clergy held a great deal of power, and people who had connections to them were able to succeed in life. The phrase "get ahead" means to make progress or achieve success. In this context, it refers to the ability of people with connections to the nobility and clergy to succeed in life. This is because these people had access to resources and opportunities that were not available to the general population.

to authorize
to authorize
verb
au
ɔ
th
θ
o
ɜ
r
r
i
z
z
e
(a aproba)

(a aproba)

a autoriza

to officially give permission for a specific action, process, etc.

Informații Gramaticale:

Tranzitiv
to play politics
frază
uk flag
/plˈeɪ pˈɑːlətˌɪks/
N/A

N/A

to engage in activities or behaviors that are intended to gain or maintain power or advantage within a group or organization

to climb the greasy pole
frază
uk flag
/klˈaɪm ðə ɡɹˈiːzi pˈoʊl/
N/A

N/A

to advance in one's career or social status by using unfair or dishonest methods, often while competing with others who have similar goals

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