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Vardagsliv - Fritid & Nöje

Behärska engelska idiomen om fritid och nöje, som "ta ordet" och "ha jättekul".

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to [paint] the town (red|)

to go out and drink alcohol, dance, or do whatever one pleases

Ex: For New Year's Eve, the city came alive with fireworks and festivities as people gathered to paint the town in celebration.
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to [ring] out the old (year|)

to celebrate the end of the year and prepare for a new year

Ex: With the start of the new academic year, the school administration decided to ring out the old curriculum and introduce a more modern approach to teaching.
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to [tickle] the ivories

to play the piano, typically in a skillful or enjoyable manner

Ex: After a long day at work, she finds solace in her piano, spending hours tickling the ivories to unwind and relax.
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to [hit] the airwaves

(of music, shows, etc.) begin broadcasting, typically through radio or television

Ex: The company's advertising campaign will hit the airwaves during prime time, targeting a broad audience.
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trick or treat

said by children during Halloween to request candy or other treats from the homeowner

Ex: In the spirit of Halloween, the community organized a 'trick or treat' event, allowing children to visit local businesses for treats and fun.
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to [wet] the baby's head

to celebrate the birth of a baby, particularly by having an alcoholic drink

Ex: The playful threat of 'trick or treat' delighted both children and adults as they enjoyed the Halloween tradition.
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to [take] the floor

to go out onto a dance floor and start dancing

Ex: During the salsa class, participants were encouraged to take the floor and practice their moves.
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swishing party
swishing party
[Substantiv]

an event in which people, often women, can swap items of clothing or accessories with their friends or acquaintances

klädbytestfest, modesbyteevenemang

klädbytestfest, modesbyteevenemang

Ex: The annual swishing party became a tradition for friends who enjoyed updating their wardrobes in an eco-friendly way .Den årliga **klädbytetfesten** blev en tradition för vänner som njöt av att uppdatera sina garderober på ett miljövänligt sätt.
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to [have] a blast

to have a really good time or enjoy oneself tremendously in a specific activity or event

Ex: Despite the rainy weather, we had a blast during our board game night, laughing and competing all evening.
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to [bust] a move

to dance, particularly in a nice way

Ex: In the park, a group of young people gathered to bust a move, showcasing their urban dance talents to passersby.
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to [tear] up the dance floor

to dance energetically or enthusiastically

Ex: During the talent show, the young hip-hop dancer tore up the dance floor with a routine that earned a standing ovation.
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to [have] a ball

to enjoy oneself to a great extent

Ex: The family reunion was a fantastic event, and all generations had a ball, reminiscing and creating new memories together.
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a whale of time

an extremely enjoyable or thrilling time

Ex: The hiking trip in the mountains was a challenge, but the group had a whale of a time conquering the trails and admiring the breathtaking views.
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