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Expression Cards: idiom

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idiom
plug and play
einfach zu benutzen, ohne komplizierte Einrichtung
Meaning
easy to use without complex setup
Example
The new printer is **plug and play** – no installation needed.
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plug away
ständig an etwas arbeiten
Meaning
to keep working steadily on something
Example
Keep **plugging away** at the draft and it will improve.
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plug into
sich in etwas einbinden oder sich beteiligen, normalerweise in einem System oder Netzwerk
Meaning
to connect or become involved in something, usually a system or network
Example
You need to **plug into** the right social media channels to reach a wider audience.
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poetic justice
eine Situation, in der Tugend belohnt und Laster bestraft wird, oft ironisch
Meaning
a situation in which virtue is rewarded and vice is punished, often ironically
Example
It was **poetic justice** when the dishonest lawyer lost his case due to his own lies.
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point the finger
jemanden anklagen oder beschuldigen
Meaning
to accuse or blame someone
Example
Don’t **point the finger** until you have all the facts.
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Political bargaining chip
Ein Thema oder Punkt, der in der Politik zum Verhandeln oder Tauschen verwendet wird.
Meaning
An issue or point used to negotiate or exchange in politics.
Example
The trade agreement became a **political bargaining chip** during the negotiations.
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political circus
eine situation, in der politik chaotisch und theatralisch wird
Meaning
a situation where politics becomes chaotic and theatrical
Example
The election debates turned into a **political circus**.
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political football
ein Thema, das ständig diskutiert wird und für politische Vorteile genutzt wird
Meaning
an issue that is constantly debated and used for political gain
Example
The issue of immigration has become a **political football**, with both parties using it to score points.
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political hot potato
ein kontroverses Thema, mit dem niemand sich befassen möchte
Meaning
a controversial issue that no one wants to deal with
Example
Immigration reform has become a **political hot potato** for the government.
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political mileage
Vorteil aus einer politischen Situation
Meaning
advantage gained from a political situation
Example
Opposition leaders tried to gain **political mileage** from the crisis.
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Pop quiz
ein Überraschungstest ohne Vorwarnung
Meaning
a surprise test given without warning
Example
Our teacher gave us a **pop quiz** today.
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pop the champagne
ein besonderes Ereignis oder einen Erfolg feiern
Meaning
to celebrate a special event or success
Example
Let’s **pop the champagne** to celebrate our victory!
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pop the question
einen Heiratsantrag machen
Meaning
to ask someone to marry you
Example
He finally **popped the question** during dinner.
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post something
etwas in sozialen Medien teilen
Meaning
to share content on a social media platform
Example
She **posted** a beautiful picture on Instagram.
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pot luck
was auch immer verfügbar ist oder zufällig passiert
Meaning
whatever is available or happens by chance
Example
Let’s take **pot luck** and eat at that new café.
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Pour your heart out
Alle deine Gefühle ehrlich ausdrücken.
Meaning
To express all your feelings honestly.
Example
She **poured her heart out** to her best friend.
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Power behind the throne
eine Person oder Gruppe, die einen versteckten oder indirekten Einfluss auf die Führung hat
Meaning
A person or group who has a hidden or indirect influence over the leadership
Example
The chief advisor is often considered the **power behind the throne**.
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power play
ein strategischer Zug, um Kontrolle zu erlangen oder zu behalten
Meaning
a strategic move to gain or maintain control
Example
The alliance between the two countries is seen as a **power play**.
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Practice makes perfect
Je mehr du übst, desto besser wirst du.
Meaning
The more you practice, the better you become.
Example
**Practice makes perfect**, so keep trying.
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practice what you preach
nach dem Rat handeln, den man anderen gibt
Meaning
to act according to the advice you give to others
Example
If you want others to be kind, you need to **practice what you preach**.
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predictive analytics
Daten und statistische Algorithmen verwenden, um zukünftige Ergebnisse vorherzusagen
Meaning
using data and statistical algorithms to forecast future outcomes
Example
With **predictive analytics**, we can forecast market trends with high accuracy.
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predictive modeling
eine Technik, die in der KI verwendet wird, um zukünftige Trends basierend auf historischen Daten vorherzusagen
Meaning
a technique used in AI to predict future trends based on historical data
Example
The use of **predictive modeling** helps companies plan better for the future.
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press ahead
mit Entschlossenheit fortfahren trotz Hindernissen
Meaning
to continue with determination despite obstacles
Example
Let’s **press ahead** even if the timeline shifts.
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prodigal son
eine Person, die das Zuhause verlässt und bereut zurückkehrt, nachdem sie Reichtum oder Chancen verschwendet hat
Meaning
a person who leaves home and returns repentant after wasting wealth or opportunities
Example
After years abroad, he returned home like **the prodigal son**.
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