Expression Cards: idiom
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dial in
Meaning
to connect to a meeting or call remotely
Example
I’ll **dial in** from the airport lounge.
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dial into
Meaning
to connect to a call or meeting
Example
We’ll **dial into** the client briefing at noon.
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die of envy
Meaning
to be extremely jealous
Example
He’ll **die of envy** when he sees your new car.
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dig deep
Meaning
to use all your strength and determination to achieve something
Example
You’ll have to **dig deep** to finish this marathon.
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Dig deeper
Meaning
To investigate more thoroughly or find out more details.
Example
Journalists are trained to **dig deeper** into stories.
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dig in your heels
Meaning
to refuse to give up or change your position
Example
He **dug in his heels** and refused to quit until he succeeded.
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dig into
Meaning
to explore or investigate something in detail
Example
We’ll **dig into** the customer feedback this afternoon.
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dig out
Meaning
to retrieve something that has been stored or buried
Example
Could you **dig out** last year’s budget notes?
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digital brainchild
Meaning
a product or idea created using digital or AI technology
Example
ChatGPT is the **digital brainchild** of OpenAI.
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digital conscience
Meaning
ethical awareness in designing or deploying AI
Example
Developers need a **digital conscience** to create responsible AI systems.
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digital detox
Meaning
a period when a person avoids using digital devices or social media
Example
I’m going on a **digital detox** this weekend.
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digital footprint
Meaning
the trace of information left by a user's online activities
Example
Be cautious about what you post online; your **digital footprint** lasts forever.
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digital twin
Meaning
a virtual representation of a physical object or system used for simulation and analysis
Example
Using **digital twin** technology, we can simulate the performance of machinery before production.
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diplomatic immunity
Meaning
legal protection given to diplomats from prosecution
Example
He could not be arrested because he had **diplomatic immunity**.
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diplomatic tightrope
Meaning
a delicate situation requiring careful diplomacy
Example
The president walked a **diplomatic tightrope** between the two rival nations.
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dirty politics
Meaning
political activities that are considered dishonest or unethical
Example
His campaign was full of **dirty politics**, using false information to attack his opponent.
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Disrupt the market
Meaning
To radically change an industry with innovation.
Example
Their app aims to **disrupt the market** for food delivery.
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disruptive innovation
Meaning
an innovation that significantly alters or revolutionizes an existing market or industry
Example
The smartphone was a **disruptive innovation** that changed the way we communicate.
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dive into
Meaning
to start doing something with enthusiasm
Example
Let’s **dive into** the agenda after coffee.
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divide and conquer
Meaning
to gain control by causing disagreement among others
Example
The dictator used a **divide and conquer** strategy to maintain power.
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do good to others
Meaning
to act in a way that helps other people
Example
It is always a good idea to **do good to others**.
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do one's duty
Meaning
to fulfill one's responsibilities or obligations
Example
Every citizen should **do their duty** to help their country.
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do someone a favor
Meaning
to help someone out of kindness
Example
Could you **do me a favor** and close the window?
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do the right thing
Meaning
to act in a morally or socially responsible way
Example
Even when it’s hard, always **do the right thing**.