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Street Talk 1 - A Closer Look: Lesson 8

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Street Talk 1
animal
[Adjective]

marked by the appetites and passions of the body

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to have a hard time staying calm due to being extremely nervous or excited about something

Ex: They were full of ants in their pants as they anxiously waited for the winner to be announced.
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antsy
[Adjective]

having a fidgety feeling caused by nervousness

Ex: The long silence made everyone in the room a little antsy.
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to go ape
[phrase]

to become extremely excited or enthusiastic about something

Ex: When the band started playing their favorite song , the went ape, dancing and cheering with uncontainable excitement .
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to become extremely angry to the extent that one displays wild and uncontrollable behavior

Ex: When I accidentally spilled coffee on his laptop, he went ape and started shouting at me.
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ass
[noun]

a pompous fool

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jackass
[noun]

a man who is a stupid incompetent fool

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an unconventional or unique behavior that is often considered crazy, risky, or confusing

Ex: After staying up all night working on the project, I've got a few bats in my belfry today.
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batty
[Adjective]

slightly crazy, eccentric, or behaving in a way that seems mentally odd

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used to refer to someone who is unable to see well

Ex: Without my reading glasses , Ias blind as a bat to all the fine print .
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extremely active, busy, and hardworking

Ex: The construction crew was busy as beavers, working to complete the building on time.
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an energetic and eager individual who is willing to work hard

Ex: The new intern is a real eager beaver.
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something one is extremely obsessed with and keeps talking about

Ex: The politician has bee in his bonnet about income inequality and consistently advocates for policies to address the issue .
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extremely busy with work, activities, etc.

Ex: The construction workers were busy as bees, putting up the scaffolding and beginning work on the building.
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to refrain from interfering in someone else's private affairs

Ex: At the neighborhood block party, John tactfully told his neighbors to mind their own beeswax when they offered unsolicited advice about his home renovation project.
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an anonymous or unidentified source of information

Ex: If it was n't you , then I a little bird told him .
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bird
[noun]

a young female adult

Ex: The lads went out to chat up some birds at the pub .
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used to imply that people with similar interests or characteristics tend to associate with each other

Ex: Birds of a feather flock together, which is why the group of musicians spent so much time together .
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someone who has a tendency to get up early every morning

Ex: The conference starts at 8 AM , so all the early birds will get the best seats in the front row .
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to have a very little desire to eat

Ex: I was surprised when he finished the large pizza all by himself ; I thought he eat like a bird, but he has a big appetite .
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used to refer to something that does not deserve one's attention due to not being important or interesting enough

Ex: Attending that meeting felt like a total waste of time ; it was for the birds.
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to intentionally and rudely display an offensive hand gesture, involving raising the middle finger while extending the others downward, as a sign of strong disapproval, annoyance, or disrespect toward someone

Ex: In a fit of frustration, she rolled down her car window and gave the slow-moving traffic the bird.
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jailbird
[noun]

a criminal who has been jailed repeatedly

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used to imply that the person who starts their day or task early will have an advantage over those who start later or procrastinate

Ex: The early bird catches the worm, so I made sure to submit my application first .
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buck
[noun]

one dollar

Ex: He bet his friend a buck that his favorite team would win the game .
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to encourage someone when they are sad or discouraged

Ex: The teacher's words of encouragement really bucked me up before the exam.
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used to refer to something that is very soothing and comforting

Ex: Wrapped in a warm scarf and a cozy sweater , she ventured out into the winter chill , snug as a bug in a rug.
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bug
[noun]

a fairly mild yet infectious illness that is caused by a virus or bacteria

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to bug
[Verb]

to persistently annoy someone, often by making repeated requests or demands

Ex: Ignoring a person's desire for solitude and continuing to talk may bug them.
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to find a solution to a problem

Ex: She helped me work out the best way to approach the problem .
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bullshit
[noun]

obscene words for unacceptable behavior

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bullheaded
[Adjective]

obstinate and stupid

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a story that seems impossible, particularly one that is used as an excuse

Ex: The tall tales in that novel were a collection of cock-and-bull stories that made it a bestseller among adventure enthusiasts .
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to directly and bravely deal with a difficulty or danger

Ex: It 's time take the bull by the horns and make those tough decisions .
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someone whose behavior is marked by foolishness or ignorance

Ex: You really thought you could win the lottery with those numbers?
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to be really excited or nervous about what is going to happen

Ex: We felt butterflies before the big game, but once we started playing, the adrenaline took over.
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one of several difficulties happening after one another that finally makes it intolerable for someone to continue something

Ex: The student had been juggling multiple assignments, extracurricular activities, and personal challenges.
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to catnap
[Verb]

to take a short and light nap, typically lasting only a few minutes

Ex: He catnapped for a few minutes before the important meeting .
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copycat
[noun]

a person who imitates the actions, clothes, ideas, etc. of someone else

Ex: When Mark started using the same catchphrases as his friend , he playfully called him a copycat and suggested coming up with something unique .
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used to imply that while excessive curiosity can have negative consequences, the pursuit of knowledge or exploration can also be rewarding and fulfilling despite the risks

Ex: Despite the danger, the explorers were curious about what lay beyond the mountains.
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to rain really hard

Ex: The rain was coming down in buckets , like it raining cats and dogs, during the outdoor concert .
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to look very disorganized and untidy

Ex: Yesterday , she felt like something the cat brought in after staying up all night studying , mentally drained and sleep-deprived .
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said to someone who is annoyingly quiet when they are expected to speak

Ex: When her friend suddenly stopped talking about the party, Sarah asked, "Hey, cat got your tongue?
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to not to do something one planned because they feel scared or hesitant

Ex: Are you going to chicken out of the competition?
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a person who is weak and lacks courage

Ex: Instead of facing the problem head-on , he acted like a chickenshit and ran away .
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to be cautious and not assume that something will succeed or happen as planned, as there is always a possibility of unforeseen obstacles or problems

Ex: After the successful job interview, he advised his friend not to count her chickens before receiving the official job offer.
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used to refer to someone who tends to achieve things in a clever way, particularly by deceiving other people

Ex: The politician sly as a fox; he can manipulate public opinion to his advantage effortlessly .
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difficulty in speaking, particularly due to one's throat being dry

Ex: Mary a frog in her throat whenever she has to sing in front of an audience , but she practices diligently to overcome it .
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to really annoy or frustrate someone

Ex: While I was studying , their continuous distractions getting my goat.
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to be specially careful, gentle, or considerate when dealing with someone or something

Ex: In negotiations , it 's crucial handle the sensitive topic with kid gloves to maintain a positive atmosphere .
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scapegoat
[noun]

a person who suffers the consequences of others people's wrongdoings

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to goose
[Verb]

pinch in the buttocks

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hog
[noun]

a person regarded as greedy and pig-like

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used to indicate a state of great happiness, bliss, or contentment

Ex: With a plate full of her favorite desserts, she was in hog heaven, savoring each sweet bite.
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to hog
[Verb]

take greedily; take more than one's share

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hogwash
[noun]

an absurd idea or discussion

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hoggish
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acting in a way that is greedy, selfish, or gluttonous, similar to the behavior of a pig

Ex: The children grabbed the toys in a hoggish manner .
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road hog
[noun]

someone who drives aggressively or selfishly, often taking up more space on the road than necessary

Ex: He encountered a road hog on his way to work , forcing him to slow down .
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to waste one's time and energy for something that has no chance of achieving success or yeilds no profit

Ex: The team had already decided to change their strategy , but the coach kept talking about the old approach - it was beating a dead horse.
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a muscular cramp (especially in the thigh or calf) following vigorous exercise

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(of information) from an accurate or valid source

Ex: She learned about the promotion directly from her manager , so it 's from the horse 's mouth.
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indulge in horseplay

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used to describe someone who is extremely confused and excited

Ex: When the teacher announced a surprise pop quiz, the students started flipping through their notes like chickens with their heads cut off, trying to find the answers.
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a young individual with little or no experience

Ex: Olivia is exploring different musical instruments ; she 's a spring chicken in the world of music .
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clam
[noun]

a piece of paper money worth one dollar

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to suddenly become silent or refuse to talk, often because of nervousness, fear, or a desire to keep information secret

Ex: As soon as the topic of her recent project came up , Emily clam up and did n't want to reveal any details .
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holy cow
[interjection]

said when one is surprised, shocked, or amazed

Ex: She got a promotion and a raise?
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used to describe a prolonged or indefinite period of time, often implying that something will continue for a very long duration

Ex: We have been waiting for the results until the cows come home, and they still haven't arrived.
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dog
[noun]

a woman or girl who is uninteresting, unattractive, and unpleasant

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dog do
[noun]

fecal droppings from a dog

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dog-eared
[Adjective]

showing signs of wear and tear from excessive use, particularly with pages that have bent or folded corners

Ex: Despite its dog-eared condition , the diary held precious memories of his travels .
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to be in trouble with someone, typically because of a mistake or wrongdoing

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dog-tired
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completely worn out, typically from intense physical or mental effort

Ex: He 'd gone to bed dog-tired, barely able to keep his eyes open .
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dog eat dog
[phrase]

(in business, politics, etc.) a situation in which the competition is so fierce that everyone is willing to do whatever it takes to be successful, even if it means harming others

Ex: The competition for the job is fierce , and it 's dog eat dog situation .
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hound
[noun]

someone who is morally reprehensible

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used to say that one's feet are in pain

Ex: Lisa spent the entire day on her feet at the busy retail store, and by closing time, her dogs were barking with exhaustion.
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to behave in a pretentious way to prove one is rich or fashionable

Ex: The celebrity couple put on the dog at the red-carpet event, arriving in a lavish entourage and flaunting their expensive attire.
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used to refer to someone who is extremely ill or unwell

Ex: We were as sick as dogs after eating that spoiled food at the restaurant.
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top dog
[noun]

a person who holds the highest rank in a particular group or organization

Ex: They were the top dog in the industry for years , but lost their position after a series of scandals .
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dead duck
[noun]

someone or something that has never succeeded or is very unlikely to succeed in the future

Ex: The project is behind schedule and over budget , and it 's becoming a dead duck.
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someone or something that lacks enough defense or protection and is easy to be targeted

Ex: When you 're the only candidate opposing the incumbent with widespread support , you can feel like a sitting duck in the political arena .
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used to describe someone who is totally bald

Ex: Peter was losing hair rapidly.
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eagle eye
[noun]

someone who is keenly aware or observant

Ex: The security guard 's eagle eye caught the suspicious behavior of a person in the crowd .
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to easily be able to remember things and rarely forget them

Ex: The historian had a memory like an elephant, and he could recall dates, names, and events with incredible accuracy.
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a thing that is of no value or use because it is excessively expensive to keep it in a good condition

Ex: The new software system , despite its promising features , proved to be a white elephant for the company due to constant glitches and compatibility issues .
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fishy
[Adjective]

suggestive of dishonesty or something dubious

Ex: She sensed a fishy motive behind his sudden kindness .
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to look at someone in a way that shows one is very passionate about them

Ex: Patricia could n't help cast sheep 's eyes at Tom from across the room , hoping he would notice her interest .
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an issue or subject that is not in any way connected to what one was talking about

Ex: Raising a teenager a different kettle of fish from raising a young child .
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fox
[noun]

a good-looking young person, especially a woman

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foxy
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(of a woman) sexually appealing

Ex: Her foxy smile and playful wink left a lasting impression on everyone she met .
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horseshit
[noun]

a statement, idea, or act that is obviously untrue, foolish, or unreasonable

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***said of a man who is sexually well-endowed

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one's arrogant and pretentious behavior that is meant to prove one's superiority over others

Ex: Trying to climb on any high horse would only be embarrassing at best , and at the very least hypocritical .
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used to describe an individual who behaves in a very kind and gentle way

Ex: The nurse gentle as a lamb while caring for the elderly patients .
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soon or in a quick manner

Ex: The team resolved the issue in two shakes of a lamb's tail, preventing any further complications.
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to make a problem appear more serious or dangerous than it actually is

Ex: Don't make a mountain out of a molehill; it was just a minor miscommunication.
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a mechanic or someone who works on cars

Ex: She became known as the neighborhood grease monkey for her car repair skills .
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to do something that makes a person appear foolish in front of others

Ex: He thought he could outsmart us , but we ended making a monkey of him in the negotiation .
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