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Cartea Street Talk 3 - Lecția 9

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to say that someone's opinion or judgment is completely wrong

Ex: If they expect us to agree without any discussion, they have another thing coming; we need to address our concerns first.
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to repeatedly try to do or achieve something without success

Ex: After several unsuccessful job applications , he felt like he beating his head against a wall in his quest for employment .
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used to introduce a thought or realization that occurred to one during a conversation

Așa că mă gândesc acum, De fapt

Așa că mă gândesc acum, De fapt

Ex: We were discussing the budget, and come to think of it, we might need to allocate more funds for marketing.
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in a similar or identical situation to someone else, particularly a difficult or unpleasant one

Ex: As a manager, he made an effort to be fair and considerate, always trying to put himself in his employees' shoes to better understand their perspectives.
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to violently criticize or punish a person over what they did or said

Ex: Disappointed with the team's lack of effort, the coach let the players have it during halftime, motivating them to step up their performance.
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to directly tell a person a fact, usually one that is unpleasant

Ex: The teacher gave it to the students straight, providing constructive criticism and highlighting areas for improvement in their work.
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to immediately prevent something, particularly something problematic, before it has time to develop

Ex: Early treatment can often nip a minor illness in the bud before it becomes a serious health problem.
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to calmly cope with something that is difficult or disturbing

Ex: By this time next month, he will have taken the setbacks in his stride and moved forward with renewed determination.
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to intentionally not take action or not address an issue or problem, especially when one should have, often resulting in a negative consequence

Ex: Ignoring deadlines and letting things slide caused serious delays.
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to suffer or endure something unfair without ever complaining or protesting

Ex: You'll never be respected around here if you keep taking these taunts lying down.
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not allowed or possible

Ex: Considering his severe allergies , having a pet with fur out of the question for him .
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to make changes to one's behavior or mindset in order to become a better and more responsible person

Ex: He realized he was in the wrong and promised to turn over a new leaf.
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