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to get ready for action by removing physical and mental obstacles

Ex: Letclear the decks and then we can start cooking dinner .
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rescued from an unpleasant or difficult situation at the last moment by an unexpected event, action, or intervention

Ex: The teacher was just getting ready to hand out the quizzes when the fire alarm went offsaved by the bell!
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addicted
[adjektiv]

physically or mentally dependent on a substance, behavior, or activity

beroende, missbrukare

beroende, missbrukare

Ex: She 's addicted to toxic relationships , mistaking drama for passion .Hon är **beroende** av giftiga förhållanden och förväxlar drama med passion.
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addiction
[Substantiv]

a strong desire to do or have something

beroende, missbruk

beroende, missbruk

Ex: She developed an addiction to reading mystery novels , finishing one every week .Hon utvecklade ett **beroende** av att läsa deckare och avslutade en varje vecka.
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bald
[adjektiv]

having little or no hair on the head

flintskallig, skallig

flintskallig, skallig

Ex: The older gentleman had a neat and tidy bald head , which suited him well .Den äldre herrn hade ett snyggt och välskött **skalligt** huvud, som passade honom bra.
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baldness
[Substantiv]

the condition of having little or no hair on the head or body

skallighet, håravfall

skallighet, håravfall

Ex: He noticed the first signs of baldness in his late twenties .Han märkte de första tecknen på **skallighet** i slutet av tjugoårsåldern.
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deaf
[adjektiv]

partly or completely unable to hear

döv, hörselskadad

döv, hörselskadad

Ex: He learned to lip-read to better understand conversations as he grew increasingly deaf.Han lärde sig läppläsning för att bättre förstå samtal när han blev allt mer **döv**.
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deafness
[Substantiv]

the state or condition of being totally or partially unable to hear

dövhet, tillstånd av dövhet

dövhet, tillstånd av dövhet

Ex: Early detection of deafness is essential for better outcomes .Tidig upptäckt av **dövhet** är avgörande för bättre resultat.
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disabled
[adjektiv]

completely or partial inability to use a part of one's body or mind, caused by an illness, injury, etc.

funktionshindrad, invalid

funktionshindrad, invalid

Ex: The disabled worker excels in their job despite facing challenges related to their condition .Den **funktionshindrade** arbetaren utmärker sig i sitt jobb trots att de möter utmaningar relaterade till deras tillstånd.
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disability
[Substantiv]

a physical or mental condition that prevents a person from using some part of their body completely or learning something easily

handikapp, invaliditet

handikapp, invaliditet

Ex: Disability should not prevent someone from achieving their goals .**Handikapp** bör inte hindra någon från att uppnå sina mål.
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imperfect
[adjektiv]

having faults, flaws, or shortcomings

ofullkomlig, bristfällig

ofullkomlig, bristfällig

Ex: The painting was captivating but imperfect, with brushstrokes that were slightly uneven .Målningen var fängslande men **ofullkomlig**, med penseldrag som var något ojämna.
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imperfection
[Substantiv]

a state of having flaws or mistakes, which make something or someone less than ideal

ofullkomlighet, brist

ofullkomlighet, brist

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obese
[adjektiv]

extremely overweight, with excess body fat that significantly increases health risks

fetma, övervikt

fetma, övervikt

Ex: Obese children are at a higher risk of developing chronic diseases later in life .**Fetma** hos barn ökar risken för att utveckla kroniska sjukdomar senare i livet.
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obesity
[Substantiv]

the condition of having such a high amount of body fat that it becomes very dangerous for one's health

fetma, övervikt

fetma, övervikt

Ex: Addressing obesity requires a multifaceted approach that includes promoting healthy eating habits , regular physical activity , and community-wide initiatives .Att adressera **fetma** kräver en mångfacetterad strategi som inkluderar främjande av hälsosamma matvanor, regelbunden fysisk aktivitet och samhällsomfattande initiativ.
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used for saying that a person or thing has more of a specific quality than it seems

Ex: At first glance , the painting seemed ordinary , but upon closer inspection , there more than meets the eye, with hidden symbols and layers of meaning .
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used to show one's lack of genuine interest or enthusiasm for something

Ex: His heart isn’t in the team anymore; he doesn’t seem to care about the games.
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to stubbornly refuse to change one's ideas, plans, etc.

Ex: My grandfather dug in his heels and refused to move to an apartment.
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to start to think in a logical or correct way after admitting one's mistakes

Ex: She came to her senses and realized that public transport was faster than driving in the city .
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dismally
[adverb]

in a gloomy, depressing, or hopeless manner

dyster, hopplöst

dyster, hopplöst

Ex: The project ended dismally, leaving everyone feeling defeated .Projektet slutade **dyster**, vilket lämnade alla med en känsla av nederlag.
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flowing
[adjektiv]

shaped or structured to allow air, water, or other fluids to move smoothly with minimal obstruction

flytande, aerodynamisk

flytande, aerodynamisk

Ex: The yacht’s flowing hull improves speed on water.Jaktens **strömlinjeformade** skrov förbättrar hastigheten på vattnet.
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used to describe someone or something that is far superior when compared to others of the same type

Ex: The new restaurant in town head and shoulders above the rest when it comes to culinary innovation and unique flavors .
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to believe something strongly, even though one cannot explain why

Ex: Even before the diagnosis, she felt in her bones that her health was deteriorating, and it prompted her to seek medical attention.
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in the part of the mind that holds thoughts and memories that are not often recalled or thought about

Ex: Even though they were having a great time on their road trip, the responsibilities waiting for them back home were at the back of their minds.
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used to suggest that working together with others can often lead to better results than working alone, as combining different perspectives and ideas can create stronger solutions

Ex: The business partners brought different skills and expertise to the table , recognizing two heads are better than one when it comes to launching a successful venture .
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in vain
[adverb]

without success or achieving the desired result

förgäves, utan framgång

förgäves, utan framgång

Ex: The doctor worked tirelessly to save the patient , but unfortunately , all efforts proved to be in vain, and the patient could not be revived .Läkaren arbetade outtröttligt för att rädda patienten, men tyvärr visade sig alla ansträngningar vara **förgäves**, och patienten kunde inte återupplivas.
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with all that one has

Ex: She pursued her passion for music with unwavering dedication , giving it her allbody and soul.
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to remember or consider a particular piece of information or advice

Ex: Before signing the contract, keep in mind the terms and conditions to avoid any future misunderstandings.
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a sense of relief gained as a result of no longer being in a difficult or worrisome situation

Ex: Talking over my problem with my close friend was weight off my shoulders.
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used to suggest that one must be bold and take risks to achieve one's goals

Ex: The timid athlete was afraid to attempt the difficult jump, fearing injury.
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to hide the truth from someone and make them believe something that is not true

Ex: The company tried to pull the wool over the government's eyes by falsifying its financial records.
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a thing that someone takes pride in, such as an accomplishment, honor, etc.

Ex: Being selected as the team captain was feather in his cap, reflecting his leadership skills and dedication to the sport .
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to reveal information that were supposed to be kept secret, often by accident

Ex: The couple had champagne taste on a beer budget, constantly longing for lavish vacations and extravagant experiences they couldn't afford.
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lifeless
[adjektiv]

without any signs of life or vitality

livlös, död

livlös, död

Ex: After the accident , the paramedics found the driver slumped over the steering wheel , his body appearing lifeless.Efter olyckan hittade ambulanspersonalen föraren hängande över ratten, hans kropp verkade **livlös**.
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pearly
[adjektiv]

having a shiny, white or light-colored surface similar to that of a pearl

pärlemoraktig, pärlliknande

pärlemoraktig, pärlliknande

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shrivelled
[adjektiv]

having become dry, wrinkled, and smaller in size, often due to a loss of moisture or aging

skrumpen, vissen

skrumpen, vissen

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watery
[adjektiv]

having too much water and little taste

vattenhaltig, smaklös

vattenhaltig, smaklös

Ex: The smoothie was watery and bland , lacking the creaminess and sweetness of properly blended fruit .Smoothien var **vattenhaltig** och smaklös, saknade krämigheten och sötman av ordentligt blandad frukt.
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to leave a place or go on a journey, especially for a specific destination

ge sig av, bege sig ut

ge sig av, bege sig ut

Ex: She decided to head out early to avoid the rush hour traffic .Hon bestämde sig för att **ge sig av** tidigt för att undvika rusningstrafiken.
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to be fired from one's position or job

Ex: She 's been warned about her behavior , and if she does n't improve , sheget the sack.
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to experience a lot of problems, setbacks, damages, etc., as a result of something

Ex: The took it on the chin as a symbol of the system in the Sixties .
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to show or teach someone how a particular job or task is done

Ex: The mentor taught him the ropes of public speaking.
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to refrain from revealing one's true intentions or plans

Ex: The entrepreneur held her cards close to her vest when discussing her new invention, protecting her intellectual property until she secured proper patents.
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to honestly share one's thoughts, feelings, or plans

Ex: The employee decided to put her cards on the table and openly address the issues that were affecting her productivity in the workplace.
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(of a particular idea, statement, or situation) challenging to accept as true

Ex: I found her story hard to swallow.
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