(ori)
fie
used to introduce two choices or possibilities
(a declara)
a constata
(of a law court) to make an official decision
Informații Gramaticale:
(voința liberă)
libertatea de alegere
the idea that human beings have the agency to decide independently without being controlled by any outside influences
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![to [give|move|budge] an inch](https://cdn.langeek.co/photo/44424/original/?type=jpeg)
N/A
(always negative) to refuse to make even a slightest change to one's position, decision, etc.
The idiom "give an inch" has its roots in early English idiomatic expressions that referred to small, incremental movements or changes. The word "inch" is used metaphorically to represent a very small unit of measurement, implying a minor or gradual shift in a situation or stance. It is used to convey the idea that someone is very resistant to changing their stance, opinion, or position on a particular matter. It indicates stubbornness or a lack of willingness to compromise or adapt.
N/A
to fail to keep a promise or commitment that was previously made
N/A
to fail to keep or fulfill a commitment or assurance made to someone
(a fi prezentat)
a merge înainte
to be formally presented for discussion or judgment by a person or authority
Informații Gramaticale:
(a dicta)
a pronunța
to formally announce something such as a decision or judgment
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N/A
to think about something before making a decision
![to [hem] and [haw]](https://cdn.langeek.co/photo/44446/original/?type=jpeg)
N/A
to hesitate in making a decision or saying something
The origin of the idiom "hem and haw" is uncertain, but it is believed to have emerged from the sounds people make when they hesitate, pause, or try to gather their thoughts. The word "hem" represents the act of clearing one's throat or making a throaty sound, while "haw" imitates the sound of hesitation or uncertainty. It is a figurative expression that captures the verbal behavior of individuals who stammer, stumble, or speak evasively when faced with a question or decision.
(alegere fără opțiuni)
alegere imposibilă
a choice made in a situation in which no other options were available
The idiom "Hobson's choice" is derived from the name of Thomas Hobson, an English stable owner who operated in the 16th and 17th centuries. Hobson had a practice of offering customers the option of either taking the horse that was closest to the stable door or taking none at all. This limited choice was meant to ensure that his horses were used fairly and consistently. Over time, the phrase "Hobson's choice" came to represent situations where only one option is presented, essentially giving individuals no real choice or alternative.
Informații Gramaticale:
(a îndemna)
a convinge
to convince or make someone do something
Informații Gramaticale:
(acut)
perspicace
capable of quickly grasping complex topics and offer clear and insightful perspectives
(inconclus)
neconcludent
not producing a clear result or decision
(nehotărât)
indecis
(of a person) having difficulty making choices or decisions, often due to fear, lack of confidence, or overthinking
(fermit)
neclintit
reluctant to compromise or change one's attitude, belief, plan, etc.
N/A
used to say that both options or situations are equal and that none is better or worse than the other
The idiom "it is six of one, half a dozen of the other" is derived from the mathematical equivalence between the numbers six and half a dozen, which both represent the quantity of twelve. The phrase is used to convey the idea that two options or choices being considered are essentially the same or result in an equal outcome.
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