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animal
[adjectiv]

marked by the appetites and passions of the body

animal,  bestial

animal, bestial

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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.
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antsy
[adjectiv]

having a fidgety feeling caused by nervousness

nervos, agitat

nervos, agitat

Ex: The long silence made everyone in the room a little antsy.Tăcerea lungă i-a făcut pe toți din cameră puțin **nervoși**.
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to go ape
[frază]

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 .
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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.
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ass
[substantiv]

a pompous fool

prost, idiot

prost, idiot

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jackass
[substantiv]

a man who is a stupid incompetent fool

prost, idiot

prost, idiot

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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.
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batty
[adjectiv]

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

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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 .
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extremely active, busy, and hardworking

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

an energetic and eager individual who is willing to work hard

muncitor harnic, entuziast

muncitor harnic, entuziast

Ex: The new intern is a real eager beaver.Noul stagiar este un adevărat **muncitor silitor**. Se oferă mereu voluntar pentru sarcini, cere responsabilități suplimentare și arată un entuziasm autentic pentru învățare.
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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 .
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extremely busy with work, activities, etc.

Ex: The construction workers were busy as bees, putting up the scaffolding and beginning work on the building.
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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.
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an anonymous or unidentified source of information

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

a young female adult

pasăre, fată

pasăre, fată

Ex: The lads went out to chat up some birds at the pub .Băieții au ieșit să agațe niște **fete** la pub.
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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 .
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early bird
[substantiv]

someone who has a tendency to get up early every morning

pasăre de dimineață

pasăre de dimineață

Ex: The conference starts at 8 AM , so all the early birds will get the best seats in the front row .Conferința începe la ora 8 dimineața, așa că toți **cei care se trezesc devreme** vor primi cele mai bune locuri în primul rând.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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jailbird
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a criminal who has been jailed repeatedly

recidivist, pasăre de pușcărie

recidivist, pasăre de pușcărie

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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 .
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buck
[substantiv]

one dollar

un dolar, o bancnotă

un dolar, o bancnotă

Ex: He bet his friend a buck that his favorite team would win the game .A pariat cu prietenul său un **dolar** că echipa lui preferată va câștiga meciul.
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to encourage someone when they are sad or discouraged

încuraja, înveseli

încuraja, înveseli

Ex: The teacher's words of encouragement really bucked me up before the exam.Cuvintele de încurajare ale profesorului m-au **încurajat** cu adevărat înainte de examen.
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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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bug
[substantiv]

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

microb, virus

microb, virus

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to bug
[verb]

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

deranja,  sâcâi

deranja, sâcâi

Ex: Ignoring a person's desire for solitude and continuing to talk may bug them.Ignorarea dorinței unei persoane de solitudine și continuarea conversației o poate **deranja**.
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to find a solution to a problem

rezolva, găsi

rezolva, găsi

Ex: She helped me work out the best way to approach the problem .Ea m-a ajutat să **găsesc** cea mai bună metodă de a aborda problema.
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bullshit
[substantiv]

obscene words for unacceptable behavior

prostii, nonsens

prostii, nonsens

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bullheaded
[adjectiv]

obstinate and stupid

încăpățânat, prost

încăpățânat, prost

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

poveste de adormit copiii, poveste de necrezut

poveste de adormit copiii, poveste de necrezut

Ex: The tall tales in that novel were a collection of cock-and-bull stories that made it a bestseller among adventure enthusiasts .Poveștile înalte din acel roman erau o colecție de **povești neadevărate** care l-au făcut un bestseller în rândul entuziaștilor de aventuri.
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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 .
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dumb bunny
[substantiv]

someone whose behavior is marked by foolishness or ignorance

iepure prost, prost

iepure prost, prost

Ex: You really thought you could win the lottery with those numbers?Chiar ai crezut că poți câștiga la loterie cu acele numere? Îmi pare rău, dar ești un pic **iepuraș prost**.
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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.
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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.
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to catnap
[verb]

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

a trage un pui de somn, a dormita

a trage un pui de somn, a dormita

Ex: He catnapped for a few minutes before the important meeting .A făcut un **pui de somn** pentru câteva minute înainte de întâlnirea importantă.
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copycat
[substantiv]

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

imitator, copiator

imitator, copiator

Ex: When Mark started using the same catchphrases as his friend , he playfully called him a copycat and suggested coming up with something unique .Când Mark a început să folosească aceleași expresii ca și prietenul său, l-a numit în glumă **copiator** și a sugerat să vină cu ceva unic.
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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.
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to rain really hard

Ex: The rain was coming down in buckets , like it raining cats and dogs, during the outdoor concert .
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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.
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cat got your tongue
[Propoziție]

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

se lăsa pradă fricii, se retrage

se lăsa pradă fricii, se retrage

Ex: Are you going to chicken out of the competition?O să **te lași păgubaș** și să abandonezi competiția?
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chickenshit
[substantiv]

a person who is weak and lacks courage

laș, fricos

laș, fricos

Ex: Instead of facing the problem head-on , he acted like a chickenshit and ran away .În loc să înfrunte problema direct, s-a comportat ca un **laş** şi a fugit.
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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.
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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 .
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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 .
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to really annoy or frustrate someone

Ex: While I was studying , their continuous distractions getting my goat.
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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 .
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scapegoat
[substantiv]

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

țap ispășitor, păcălit

țap ispășitor, păcălit

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to goose
[verb]

pinch in the buttocks

pișca în fund

pișca în fund

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hog
[substantiv]

a person regarded as greedy and pig-like

mâncău, lacom

mâncău, lacom

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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.
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to hog
[verb]

take greedily; take more than one's share

acapara, monopoliza

acapara, monopoliza

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hogwash
[substantiv]

an absurd idea or discussion

absurditate, prostie

absurditate, prostie

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hoggish
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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 .
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road hog
[substantiv]

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

șofer egoist, porcul drumului

șofer egoist, porcul drumului

Ex: He encountered a road hog on his way to work , forcing him to slow down .A întâlnit un **șofer egoist** în drum spre serviciu, forțându-l să încetinească.
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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.
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charley-horse
[substantiv]

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

crampă musculară, contracție musculară

crampă musculară, contracție musculară

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(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.
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indulge in horseplay

a se prosti, a glumi

a se prosti, a glumi

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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.
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spring chicken
[substantiv]

a young individual with little or no experience

începător, pui

începător, pui

Ex: Olivia is exploring different musical instruments ; she 's a spring chicken in the world of music .Olivia explorează diferite instrumente muzicale; ea este un **pui de primăvară** în lumea muzicii.
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clam
[substantiv]

a piece of paper money worth one dollar

o bancnotă de un dolar, un dolar

o bancnotă de un dolar, un dolar

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

a se închide, a tăcea brusc

a se închide, a tăcea brusc

Ex: As soon as the topic of her recent project came up , Emily clam up and did n't want to reveal any details .De îndată ce a fost adusă în discuție tema proiectului ei recent, Emily **s-a închis ca o stridie** și nu a vrut să dezvăluie niciun detaliu.
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holy cow
[interjecție]

said when one is surprised, shocked, or amazed

Vacă sfântă!, Doamne Dumnezeule!

Vacă sfântă!, Doamne Dumnezeule!

Ex: She got a promotion and a raise?A primit o promovare și o mărire de salariu? **Sfinte Sisoe**, asta e fantastic!
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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.
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dog
[substantiv]

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

cățea, târfă

cățea, târfă

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dog do
[substantiv]

fecal droppings from a dog

rahat de câine, excremente de câine

rahat de câine, excremente de câine

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dog-eared
[adjectiv]

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

cu colțurile îndoite, uzat de la utilizarea frecventă

cu colțurile îndoite, uzat de la utilizarea frecventă

Ex: Despite its dog-eared condition , the diary held precious memories of his travels .În ciuda stării sale **uzate**, jurnalul deținea amintiri prețioase ale călătoriilor sale.
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to be in trouble with someone, typically because of a mistake or wrongdoing

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dog-tired
[adjectiv]

completely worn out, typically from intense physical or mental effort

obosit ca un câine, epuizat

obosit ca un câine, epuizat

Ex: He 'd gone to bed dog-tired, barely able to keep his eyes open .Se dusese la culcare **terminat**, abia reușind să-și țină ochii deschiși.
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dog eat dog
[frază]

(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 .
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hound
[substantiv]

someone who is morally reprehensible

ticălos, nemernic

ticălos, nemernic

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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.
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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.
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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.
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top dog
[substantiv]

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

șef, câinele de top

șef, câinele de top

Ex: They were the top dog in the industry for years , but lost their position after a series of scandals .Au fost **șefii** în industrie timp de ani, dar și-au pierdut poziția după o serie de scandaluri.
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dead duck
[substantiv]

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

rață moartă, caz pierdut

rață moartă, caz pierdut

Ex: The project is behind schedule and over budget , and it 's becoming a dead duck.Proiectul este în urmă față de program și depășește bugetul, și devine o **rață moartă**.
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sitting duck
[substantiv]

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

țintă ușoară, rață șezătoare

țintă ușoară, rață șezătoare

Ex: When you 're the only candidate opposing the incumbent with widespread support , you can feel like a sitting duck in the political arena .Când ești singurul candidat care se opune deținătorului cu sprijin larg, te poți simți ca **o țintă ușoară** pe arena politică.
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used to describe someone who is totally bald

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

someone who is keenly aware or observant

ochi de vultur, vedere ascuțită

ochi de vultur, vedere ascuțită

Ex: The security guard's eagle eye caught the suspicious behavior of a person in the crowd.**Ochiul de vultur** al paznicului a observat comportamentul suspect al unei persoane în mulțime.
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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.
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white elephant
[substantiv]

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

elefant alb, povara costisitoare

elefant alb, povara costisitoare

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 .Noul sistem software, în ciuda caracteristicilor sale promițătoare, s-a dovedit a fi un **elefant alb** pentru companie din cauza defecțiunilor constante și a problemelor de compatibilitate.
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fishy
[adjectiv]

suggestive of dishonesty or something dubious

suspect, dubios

suspect, dubios

Ex: She sensed a fishy motive behind his sudden kindness .Ea a simțit un motiv **suspect** în spatele bunătății sale bruște.
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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 .
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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 .
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fox
[substantiv]

a good-looking young person, especially a woman

vulpe, frumoasă tânără

vulpe, frumoasă tânără

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foxy
[adjectiv]

(of a woman) sexually appealing

senzuală, sexy

senzuală, sexy

Ex: Her foxy smile and playful wink left a lasting impression on everyone she met .Zâmbetul ei **seductiv** și clipitul jucăuș au lăsat o impresie de durată asupra tuturor celor pe care i-a întâlnit.
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horseshit
[substantiv]

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

prostie, nonsens

prostie, nonsens

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

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high horse
[substantiv]

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

cal înalt, aroganță

cal înalt, aroganță

Ex: Trying to climb on any high horse would only be embarrassing at best , and at the very least hypocritical .Încercarea de a urca pe orice **cal înalt** ar fi doar jenantă în cel mai bun caz, și cel puțin ipocrită.
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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 .
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soon or in a quick manner

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

a mechanic or someone who works on cars

mecanic, dulgher de mașini

mecanic, dulgher de mașini

Ex: She became known as the neighborhood grease monkey for her car repair skills .Ea a devenit cunoscută ca **mecanicul** cartierului datorită abilităților sale de reparație auto.
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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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