Expression Cards: idiom
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idiom
driven by passion
être motivé par une passion ou un amour fort pour quelque chose
Meaning
to be motivated by strong enthusiasm or love for something
Example
He is **driven by passion** to help others succeed.
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driving innovation
mener ou inspirer de nouvelles idées créatives.
Meaning
leading or inspiring new and creative ideas.
Example
The startup is **driving innovation** in renewable energy solutions.
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drop a bombshell
annoncer quelque chose de choquant ou d'inattendu
Meaning
to announce something shocking or unexpected
Example
She **dropped a bombshell** by quitting her job.
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drop a comment
laisser un message ou une opinion sur une publication sur les réseaux sociaux
Meaning
to leave a message or opinion on a social media post
Example
Don’t forget to **drop a comment** below if you liked the video.
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drop a line
envoyer un petit mot à quelqu'un
Meaning
to send someone a short message or note
Example
Please **drop me a line** when you arrive safely.
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drop in the ocean
une quantité très petite ou insignifiante par rapport à ce qui est nécessaire
Meaning
a very small or insignificant amount compared to what is needed
Example
Our recycling efforts are just a **drop in the ocean** compared to the global pollution problem.
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drop someone a line
contacter quelqu’un par écrit ou message
Meaning
to contact someone by writing or message
Example
Please **drop me a line** when you arrive.
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drop the ball
faire une erreur ou échouer à faire quelque chose d'important
Meaning
to make a mistake or fail to do something important
Example
I really **dropped the ball** by forgetting to send that important email.
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drop your guard
relâcher votre vigilance ou devenir moins prudent
Meaning
to relax your vigilance or become less careful
Example
Never **drop your guard** when dealing with competitors.
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drop your jaw
avoir la mâchoire qui tombe
Meaning
to be extremely surprised or shocked
Example
Everyone’s jaws **dropped** when they saw the price.
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drum up
augmenter l'intérêt ou le soutien pour quelque chose
Meaning
to increase interest or support for something
Example
The volunteers are visiting schools to **drum up** excitement for the festival.
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dump someone
mettre fin à une relation amoureuse soudainement ou de manière impolie
Meaning
to end a romantic relationship suddenly or unkindly
Example
She **dumped** him by text message.
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Dust yourself off
Se remettre après un revers et continuer avec confiance.
Meaning
Recover after a setback and continue with confidence.
Example
He fell short this time, but he’ll **dust himself off** and try again.
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dwell on
penser ou parler de quelque chose de manière répétée
Meaning
to think or speak about something repeatedly
Example
Try not to **dwell on** the minor mistake.