Expression Cards: idiom
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idiom
follow through on
completar una tarea o promesa como se planeó
Meaning
to complete a task or promise as planned
Example
She always **follows through on** what she says she will do.
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follow your dreams
perseguir lo que realmente deseas en la vida
Meaning
to pursue what you truly want in life
Example
He quit his job to **follow his dreams** of becoming a musician.
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follow your gut
confiar en tus instintos al tomar una decisión
Meaning
to trust your instincts when making a decision
Example
Sometimes it's best to **follow your gut**.
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follow your heart
tomar una decisión basada en tus sentimientos
Meaning
to make a decision based on your feelings
Example
When choosing a career, it’s best to **follow your heart**.
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Follow your nose
Confía en tus instintos y ve en la dirección que se siente correcta.
Meaning
Trust your instincts and go in the direction that feels right.
Example
If you're lost, just **follow your nose** and you'll find the way.
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food for thought
algo que te hace pensar seriamente
Meaning
something that makes you think seriously
Example
His comment gave me **food for thought**.
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foot the bill
pagar por algo, especialmente algo caro
Meaning
to pay for something, especially something expensive
Example
His father will **foot the bill** for the wedding.
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footloose and fancy-free
libre para hacer lo que quieras; sin compromisos
Meaning
free to do whatever you want; without commitments
Example
He loves being **footloose and fancy-free** after retirement.
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for what it’s worth
usado para introducir una opinión que puede o no ser útil
Meaning
used to introduce an opinion that may or may not be useful
Example
**For what it’s worth**, I think you did the right thing.
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forbidden fruit
algo atractivo pero no permitido o moralmente incorrecto
Meaning
something attractive but not allowed or morally wrong
Example
For teenagers, breaking rules often feels like **forbidden fruit**.
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forever grateful
agradecido por algo durante mucho tiempo
Meaning
thankful for something for a long time
Example
I’ll be **forever grateful** for what you’ve done.
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forgive and forget
dejar de estar enojado y no recordar el error de alguien
Meaning
to stop being angry and not remember someone’s mistake
Example
Let’s **forgive and forget** and move on.
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form follows function
la forma de un edificio u objeto debe relacionarse principalmente con su función o propósito previsto
Meaning
the shape of a building or object should primarily relate to its intended function or purpose
Example
In modern architecture, **form follows function** is a principle that's widely accepted.
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Fortune favors the bold
Aquellos que toman riesgos tienen más probabilidades de tener éxito.
Meaning
Those who take risks are more likely to be successful.
Example
Remember, **fortune favors the bold**, so don’t be afraid to invest in new opportunities.
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forty winks
una siesta corta o un breve descanso
Meaning
a short nap or brief sleep
Example
He likes to take **forty winks** after work.
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frame of mind
el estado de ánimo o el estado mental de una persona
Meaning
a person's mood or mental state
Example
He’s not in the right **frame of mind** to make decisions.
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Frankenstein’s monster
Una creación que se vuelve contra su creador.
Meaning
A creation that turns against its creator.
Example
Social media became a **Frankenstein’s monster** for its inventors.
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freak out
ponerse muy ansioso, molesto o asustado
Meaning
to become very anxious, upset, or scared
Example
She **freaked out** when she saw the spider.
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free as a bird
completamente libre; sin restricciones
Meaning
completely free; without restrictions
Example
After leaving his job, he felt **free as a bird**.
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free up
hacer tiempo, dinero o espacio disponible
Meaning
to make time, money, or space available
Example
Clearing old files will **free up** storage on the drive.
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freshen up
lavarse o arreglarse para sentirse renovado
Meaning
to wash or tidy oneself to feel renewed
Example
Guests can **freshen up** in the lounge before dinner.
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Freudian slip
Un error involuntario que revela los verdaderos pensamientos o sentimientos de alguien.
Meaning
An unintentional mistake that reveals one's true thoughts or feelings.
Example
He made a **Freudian slip** when he called his boss ‘mom’.
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friends in high places
personas con poder o influencia que pueden ayudarte
Meaning
people with power or influence who can help you
Example
He got the job because he has **friends in high places**.
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from my point of view
considerando algo desde la propia perspectiva
Meaning
considering something from one's own perspective
Example
**From my point of view**, the plan makes sense.