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to [clear] the decks [Fras]

to get ready for action by removing physical and mental obstacles

Ex: Clearing the decks before Christmas , that 's my plan .

saved by the bell [Fras]

rescued from an unpleasant or difficult situation at the last moment by an unexpected event, action, or intervention

Ex: I wish I had been saved by the bell .

addicted [adjektiv]

beroende

Ex: She felt addicted to exercise , feeling anxious if she missed a day at the gym .

Hon kände sig beroende av träning och kände sig orolig om hon missade en dag på gymmet.

addiction [Substantiv]

beroende

Ex: His addiction to video games kept him from focusing on his schoolwork .

Hans beroende av videospel hindrade honom från att fokusera på skolarbetet.

bald [adjektiv]

flintskallig

Ex: He used a special shampoo to try to prevent becoming completely bald .

Han använde en speciell schampo för att försöka förhindra att bli helt flintskallig.

baldness [Substantiv]

skallighet

Ex: Baldness can be caused by genetics or medical conditions.

Skallighet kan orsakas av genetik eller medicinska tillstånd.

deaf [adjektiv]

döv

Ex: The deaf child communicates using sign language .

Det döva barnet kommunicerar med teckenspråk.

deafness [Substantiv]

dövhet

Ex: Deafness can occur at any stage of life .

Dövhet kan uppstå i vilket skede av livet som helst.

disabled [adjektiv]

funktionshindrad

Ex: He uses a wheelchair to get around because he is disabled .

Han använder en rullstol för att ta sig fram eftersom han är funktionshindrad.

disability [Substantiv]

handikapp

Ex: He was born with a disability that affects his ability to walk .

Han föddes med en funktionsnedsättning som påverkar hans förmåga att gå.

imperfect [adjektiv]

ofullkomlig

Ex: The old chair was comfortable but imperfect , with a wobbly leg .

Den gamla stolen var bekväm men ofullkomlig, med ett vingligt ben.

imperfection [Substantiv]

ofullkomlighet

obese [adjektiv]

fetma

Ex: Due to his sedentary lifestyle and poor diet , Tom has become obese .

På grund av sin stillasittande livsstil och dåliga kost har Tom blivit fetma.

obesity [Substantiv]

fetma

Ex: Obesity increases the risk of developing chronic diseases such as diabetes , heart disease , and certain types of cancer .

more than meets the eye [Fras]

used for saying that a person or thing has more of a specific quality than it seems

Ex: The new employee seemed quiet and reserved , but there was definitely more than meets the eye as she turned out to be a talented artist and musician .

{one's} heart [is] {not} in {sth} [Mening]

used to show one's lack of genuine interest or enthusiasm for something

Ex: Her heart wasn’t in the speech; she seemed uninterested and distant.

to [dig] {one's} heels in [Fras]

to stubbornly refuse to change one's ideas, plans, etc.

Ex: It was really the British who , by digging their heels in , prevented any last-minute deal .

to [come] to {one's} senses [Fras]

to start to think in a logical or correct way after admitting one's mistakes

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

dismally [adverb]

dyster

Ex: The sky was dismally gray , reflecting the mood of the day .

Himlen var dyster grå, vilket speglade dagens stämning.

flowing [adjektiv]

flytande

Ex: The car’s flowing design reduces air drag.

Bilens flytande design minskar luftmotståndet.

head and shoulders above {sb/sth} [Fras]

used to describe someone or something that is far superior when compared to others of the same type

Ex: The talented pianist was head and shoulders above the other competitors in the music competition , showcasing exceptional skill and artistry .

to [feel] {sth} in {one's} bones [Fras]

to believe something strongly, even though one cannot explain why

Ex: When she first set foot in the new city, she knew in her bones that it was the right place for her to start a new chapter in life.

(at|in) the back of {one's} mind [Fras]

in the part of the mind that holds thoughts and memories that are not often recalled or thought about

Ex: I 've been so busy with work that the idea of taking a vacation has been at the back of my mind for months .

two heads are better than one [Mening]

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 that two heads are better than one when it comes to launching a successful venture .

in vain [adverb]

förgäves

Ex: Despite hours of searching , the lost keys were found in vain , and she had to get a spare set .

Trots timmars sökning hittades de förlorade nycklarna förgäves, och hon var tvungen att hämta en reservuppsättning.

body and soul [Fras]

with all that one has

Ex: She was now committed to the band , body and soul .

to [keep] {sth} in mind [Fras]

to remember or consider a particular piece of information or advice

Ex: Keep in mind that the meeting is at 3 PM.

weight off {one's} shoulders [Fras]

a sense of relief gained as a result of no longer being in a difficult or worrisome situation

Ex: So I told him that if he needs me as an assistant to do the odd jobs which are once or twice a year , I 'd be willing to take some weight off his shoulders .

faint heart never won fair (lady|maiden) [Mening]

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. Her coach reminded her that faint heart never won fair lady, and encouraged her to push her limits.

to [pull] the wool over {one's} eyes [Fras]

to hide the truth from someone and make them believe something that is not true

Ex: The salesman tried to pull the wool over my eyes by telling me that the car was in perfect condition , when in fact it was full of problems .

feather in {one's} cap [Fras]

a thing that someone takes pride in, such as an accomplishment, honor, etc.

Ex: Completing the marathon was a feather in his cap he 'd long dreamed of .

to [let] the cat out of the bag [Fras]

to reveal information that were supposed to be kept secret, often by accident

Ex: She wanted to buy designer clothes and dine at fancy restaurants, but with her student budget, she had champagne taste on a beer budget.

lifeless [adjektiv]

livlös

Ex: The lifeless body of the bird lay motionless on the ground .

Fågelns livlösa kropp låg orörlig på marken.

pearly [adjektiv]

pärlemoraktig

shrivelled [adjektiv]

skrumpen

watery [adjektiv]

vattenhaltig

Ex: The soup was disappointingly watery , lacking the rich flavor of homemade broth .

Soppan var besvikande vattenig och saknade den rika smaken av hemlagad buljong.

to head out [Verb]

ge sig av

Ex: She heads out for her morning run every day .

Hon ger sig av för sin morgonjogg varje dag.

to [get] the (sack|boot|axe) [Fras]

to be fired from one's position or job

Ex: If the company has to make cutbacks , some employees may get the axe .

to [take] {sth} on the chin [Fras]

to experience a lot of problems, setbacks, damages, etc., as a result of something

Ex: After losing the championship match , the team took it on the chin but remained determined to come back stronger next season .

[show|teach] {sb} the ropes [Fras]

to show or teach someone how a particular job or task is done

Ex: When it comes to astronomy, Professor Smith really knows his stuff.

to [keep|play|hold] {one's} cards close to {one's} (chest|vest) [Fras]

to refrain from revealing one's true intentions or plans

Ex: The negotiator kept his cards close to his chest during the business deal , not revealing his true bottom line to the other party .

to [put|lay] {one's} cards on the table [Fras]

to honestly share one's thoughts, feelings, or plans

Ex: During the negotiation , she decided to put her cards on the table and honestly discuss her expectations and limitations .

hard to (swallow|take) [Fras]

(of a particular idea, statement, or situation) challenging to accept as true

Ex: He said the news that the farm was being sold was hard to swallow at first .

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