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bric-a-brac
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/bɹˈɪkɐbɹˈæk/
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(mici obiecte decorative)

(mici obiecte decorative)

bibelouri

small, decorative items or trinkets, often of little value individually but collectively creating a visually appealing display

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The shelves in her living room were adorned with various bric-a-brac, including figurines, vases, and small sculptures.
The antique store was filled with bric-a-brac collected from different periods and cultures, ranging from delicate porcelain to rustic metalwork.
to crisscross
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(a se crucea)

a se intersecta

to form a pattern or movement of lines or objects that cross each other in a regular pattern

knick-knack
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/ˈnɪkˈnæk/
(decoratiune)

(decoratiune)

tihnă

a small decorative item, often trivial or of little value, used to adorn shelves or display surfaces

What is a "knick-knack"?

A knick-knack is a small, decorative object or trinket that is often placed on shelves, tables, or other surfaces to add character to a room. These items are usually not very valuable but are chosen for their charm or personal meaning. Knick-knacks can include things like figurines, small vases, or souvenirs, and are often collected over time. While they are not necessary for daily use, they help make a space feel more lived-in and personalized.

mish-mash
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/mˈɪsmˈæʃ/
(fierbătură)

(fierbătură)

amestec

a mixture of unrelated things

Ping-Pong
Ping-Pong
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/ˈpɪŋˌpɔŋ/
(ping-pong)

(ping-pong)

tenis de masă

a game also called tennis, played by two or four players who aim to hit a small plastic ball back and forth on a table across a net placed in the middle using special bats

pitter-patter
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/pˈɪɾɚpˈæɾɚ/
(bătăi uşoare)

(bătăi uşoare)

bătăi rapide

a series of rapid tapping sounds

spic-and-span
spic-and-span
adjectiv
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/spˈɪkændspˈæn/
(foarte curat)

(foarte curat)

îngrijit

completely neat and clean

to tick-tock
verb
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/tˈɪktˈɑːk/
(ticăie)

(ticăie)

ticăi

make a sound like a clock or a timer

tip-top
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/tˈɪptˈɑːp/
(de minune)

(de minune)

foarte bine

to the highest extent

vim and vigor
vim and vigor
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/vˈɪm ænd vˈɪɡɚ/
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N/A

an excessive amount of energy, enthusiasm, or determination

What is the origin of the idiom "vim and vigor" and when to use it?

The phrase "vim and vigor" gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries and has since become a common expression in the English language. It is used to convey the idea of vitality, energy, and enthusiasm, often in the context of describing someone's physical or mental state, or the liveliness of a situation or event.

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