Expression Cards: idiom
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plug and play
fácil de usar sin configuración compleja
Meaning
easy to use without complex setup
Example
The new printer is **plug and play** – no installation needed.
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plug away
seguir trabajando de manera constante en algo
Meaning
to keep working steadily on something
Example
Keep **plugging away** at the draft and it will improve.
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plug into
conectar o involucrarse en algo, generalmente un sistema o red
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
una situación en la que la virtud es recompensada y el vicio castigado, a menudo de manera irónica
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
acusar o culpar a alguien
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
Un tema o punto utilizado para negociar o intercambiar en política.
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
una situación donde la política se vuelve caótica y teatral
Meaning
a situation where politics becomes chaotic and theatrical
Example
The election debates turned into a **political circus**.
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political football
un tema que se debate constantemente y se usa para obtener ventajas políticas
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
un tema controvertido que nadie quiere tratar
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
ventaja obtenida de una situación política
Meaning
advantage gained from a political situation
Example
Opposition leaders tried to gain **political mileage** from the crisis.
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Pop quiz
una prueba sorpresa dada sin previo aviso
Meaning
a surprise test given without warning
Example
Our teacher gave us a **pop quiz** today.
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pop the champagne
celebrar un evento o éxito especial
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
hacer una propuesta de matrimonio
Meaning
to ask someone to marry you
Example
He finally **popped the question** during dinner.
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post something
compartir contenido en una plataforma de redes sociales
Meaning
to share content on a social media platform
Example
She **posted** a beautiful picture on Instagram.
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pot luck
lo que esté disponible o suceda por casualidad
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
Expresar todos tus sentimientos honestamente.
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
una persona o grupo que tiene una influencia oculta o indirecta sobre el liderazgo
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
un movimiento estratégico para ganar o mantener el control
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
Cuanto más practicas, mejor te vuelves.
Meaning
The more you practice, the better you become.
Example
**Practice makes perfect**, so keep trying.
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practice what you preach
actuar según el consejo que das a los demás
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
usar datos y algoritmos estadísticos para predecir resultados futuros
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
una técnica utilizada en la inteligencia artificial para predecir tendencias futuras basadas en datos históricos
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
continuar con determinación a pesar de los obstáculos
Meaning
to continue with determination despite obstacles
Example
Let’s **press ahead** even if the timeline shifts.
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prodigal son
una persona que deja su hogar y regresa arrepentido después de malgastar riquezas o oportunidades
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**.