Expression Cards: idiom
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idiom
A team player
Alguien que trabaja bien con otros en un grupo.
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
algo que ya no existe o sucede
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
Un fuerte deseo de aprender cosas nuevas.
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
una fuente constante de molestia o problema
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
algo o alguien que causa problemas o molestias continuas
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
Una situación o persona que podría volverse peligrosa en cualquier momento.
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
algo tan impresionante que otros lo encuentran difícil de igualar o superar
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
una decisión difícil
Meaning
a difficult decision to make
Example
Choosing between the two offers was **a tough call**.
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a tough cookie
alguien que es fuerte y no se altera fácilmente
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
una decisión que es difícil de tomar debido a las posibles consecuencias
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
Una tarea o situación difícil de manejar.
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
recordar eventos agradables del pasado
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
Algo destinado a socavar o causar daño en secreto desde dentro.
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
Un verdadero amigo estará allí para ti durante tiempos difíciles
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
Un verdadero amigo es el mayor de todos los regalos
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
una persona o grupo en quien se confía y es confiable
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
Una verdad universalmente aceptada.
Meaning
A widely accepted truth or belief.
Example
**A truth universally acknowledged** is that honesty is important.
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a turning point
un momento cuando ocurre un cambio importante
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
oportunidades o opciones interminables
Meaning
endless opportunities or options
Example
Technology has opened **a universe of possibilities**.
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a vision for the future
una idea clara o plan sobre lo que debería pasar en el futuro
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
un evento que hace que alguien se dé cuenta de que necesita cambiar
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
una persona que sabe mucho sobre muchos temas
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
El tiempo parece más largo cuando esperas algo.
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
la parte menos confiable o segura de un sistema o grupo
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.