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Expression Cards: idiom

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idiom
A team player
Jemand, der gut mit anderen in einer Gruppe zusammenarbeitet.
Meaning
Someone who works well with others in a group.
Example
John is **a team player** who always supports his colleagues.
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a thing of the past
etwas, das nicht mehr existiert oder passiert
Meaning
something that no longer exists or happens
Example
With smartphones, landline phones are **a thing of the past**.
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A thirst for knowledge
Ein starkes Verlangen, neue Dinge zu lernen.
Meaning
A strong desire to learn new things.
Example
He has **a thirst for knowledge** and reads constantly.
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a thorn in one's side
eine ständige Quelle der Belästigung oder des Problems
Meaning
a constant source of annoyance or trouble
Example
The trade dispute has become **a thorn in our side**.
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a thorn in the flesh
etwas oder jemand, der ständig Probleme oder Ärger verursacht
Meaning
something or someone that causes continuous trouble or annoyance
Example
The new regulations have been **a thorn in the flesh** for small business owners.
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a ticking time bomb
Eine Situation oder Person, die jederzeit gefährlich werden könnte.
Meaning
A situation or person that could become dangerous at any moment.
Example
His anger issues make him **a ticking time bomb**.
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a tough act to follow
etwas so beeindruckendes, dass andere es schwer haben, es zu erreichen oder zu übertreffen
Meaning
something so impressive that others find it hard to match or surpass
Example
His last performance was **a tough act to follow**.
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a tough call
eine schwierige Entscheidung
Meaning
a difficult decision to make
Example
Choosing between the two offers was **a tough call**.
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a tough cookie
jemand, der stark ist und sich nicht leicht aus der Ruhe bringen lässt
Meaning
someone who is strong and not easily upset
Example
She’s **a tough cookie**; nothing can discourage her.
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a tough decision to make
eine Entscheidung, die schwer zu treffen ist wegen der möglichen Folgen
Meaning
a decision that is difficult to make because of the potential consequences
Example
Choosing between two job offers was **a tough decision to make**.
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A tough row to hoe
Eine schwierige Aufgabe oder Situation zu bewältigen.
Meaning
A difficult task or situation to handle.
Example
Starting a new business is **a tough row to hoe**.
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a trip down memory lane
sich an angenehme Ereignisse aus der Vergangenheit erinnern
Meaning
to remember pleasant events from the past
Example
Looking through old photos was **a trip down memory lane**.
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A Trojan horse
Etwas, das heimlich untergraben oder von innen Schaden anrichten soll.
Meaning
Something intended to secretly undermine or bring harm from within.
Example
The malware acted as **a Trojan horse**, allowing hackers access to private data.
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A true friend is one who stands by you
Ein wahrer Freund wird in schwierigen Zeiten für dich da sein
Meaning
A true friend will be there for you during difficult times
Example
Even in the worst of times, she proved to be a true friend. **A true friend is one who stands by you**.
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A true friend is the greatest of all blessings
Ein wahrer Freund ist der größte aller Segen
Meaning
A true friend is the most valuable gift one can have
Example
I consider myself lucky to have you as my friend. **A true friend is the greatest of all blessings**.
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a trusted ally
eine Person oder Gruppe, der man vertraut und die zuverlässig ist
Meaning
a person or group that is trusted and reliable
Example
She has always been **a trusted ally** in our business ventures.
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A truth universally acknowledged
Eine allgemein anerkannte Wahrheit.
Meaning
A widely accepted truth or belief.
Example
**A truth universally acknowledged** is that honesty is important.
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a turning point
ein Moment, in dem eine wichtige Veränderung passiert
Meaning
a moment when an important change happens
Example
Graduating from college was a **turning point** in his life.
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a universe of possibilities
unendliche Möglichkeiten oder Optionen
Meaning
endless opportunities or options
Example
Technology has opened **a universe of possibilities**.
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a vision for the future
eine klare Idee oder ein Plan, was in der Zukunft passieren sollte
Meaning
a clear idea or plan about what should happen in the future
Example
The CEO has **a vision for the future** of the company that will guide its growth.
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a wake-up call
ein Ereignis, das jemanden dazu bringt zu erkennen, dass er sich ändern muss
Meaning
an event that makes someone realize they need to change
Example
Losing his job was a **wake-up call** for him.
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a walking encyclopedia
eine Person, die viel über viele Themen weiß
Meaning
a person who knows a lot about many subjects
Example
Ask him anything about history—he’s **a walking encyclopedia**.
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A watched pot never boils
Die Zeit scheint länger zu dauern, wenn man auf etwas wartet.
Meaning
Time feels longer when you are waiting for something.
Example
Don't keep looking at the clock; **a watched pot never boils**.
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a weak link
der am wenigsten zuverlässige oder sichere Teil eines Systems oder einer Gruppe
Meaning
the least reliable or secure part of a system or group
Example
One careless employee can be **a weak link** in the security chain.
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