Expression Cards
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idiom
disruptive innovation
既存の市場や業界を大きく変える、または革命的に進化させるイノベーション
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
熱意を持って何かを始める
Meaning
to start doing something with enthusiasm
Example
Let’s **dive into** the agenda after coffee.
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divide and conquer
他人の間に対立を引き起こすことによって支配権を得る
Meaning
to gain control by causing disagreement among others
Example
The dictator used a **divide and conquer** strategy to maintain power.
phrasal-verb
do away with
何かを取り除くこと；廃止する
Meaning
to get rid of something; to abolish
Example
They plan to **do away with** the old system soon.
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do good to others
他の人を助ける方法で行動すること
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
自分の義務を果たす
Meaning
to fulfill one's responsibilities or obligations
Example
Every citizen should **do their duty** to help their country.
phrasal-verb
do over
何かをもう一度やり直すこと；場所を装飾または改装すること
Meaning
to do something again; to decorate or renovate a place
Example
You’ll have to **do over** the report because it’s full of errors.
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do someone a favor
親切で誰かを助ける
Meaning
to help someone out of kindness
Example
Could you **do me a favor** and close the window?
phrasal-verb
do someone in
誰かを殺すか、疲れさせる
Meaning
to kill or exhaust someone
Example
The long hike really **did me in**.
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do the right thing
道徳的または社会的に責任ある方法で行動する
Meaning
to act in a morally or socially responsible way
Example
Even when it’s hard, always **do the right thing**.
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do the right thing by someone
誰かを公平かつ尊敬の気持ちで扱う
Meaning
to treat someone fairly and with respect
Example
It's important to always **do the right thing by your colleagues**.
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do time
刑務所で時間を過ごす
Meaning
to spend time in prison
Example
He had to **do time** for his crimes.
phrasal-verb
do up
ボタンやひもなどを締めること; 装飾または改装すること
Meaning
to fasten something such as buttons or laces; to decorate or renovate
Example
Can you help me **do up** the back of my dress?
phrasal-verb
do up like a dog’s dinner
誇張したり派手に装ったりする
Meaning
to dress or decorate in an exaggerated or showy way
Example
She was **done up like a dog’s dinner** for the party.
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do without
何かが欠けていても管理する
Meaning
to manage even when something is missing
Example
We’ll **do without** a projector and use prints instead.
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do your own thing
他人がどう思うか気にせず、自分のやりたいことをする
Meaning
to do what you want without worrying about what others think
Example
He prefers to **do his own thing** and not depend on anyone.
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dodged a bullet
危険または不運な状況を辛うじて回避すること。
Meaning
To narrowly escape a dangerous or unlucky situation.
Example
We really **dodged a bullet** when that deal fell through.
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dog days
夏の最も暑い日々
Meaning
the hottest days of summer
Example
During the **dog days** of summer, everyone stays indoors.
phrasal-verb
doll up
素敵な服やメイクをして自分をもっと魅力的に見せること
Meaning
to make oneself look more attractive by wearing nice clothes or makeup
Example
She **dolled up** for the evening party.
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dollar for dollar
価値または金額の正確な一致または同等
Meaning
an exact or equivalent match in value or amount
Example
The government promised a **dollar for dollar** match for all donations.
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Don Quixote
あまりにも理想主義的で、非現実的または非実用的な人。
Meaning
A person who is overly idealistic, unrealistic, or impractical.
Example
He’s being **a Don Quixote**, chasing impossible dreams.
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don't count your chickens before they hatch
起こるかもしれないことを当てにして計画を立てるな
Meaning
don't make plans for something that might not happen
Example
You should wait until you get the job offer before you start celebrating. **Don't count your chickens before they hatch**.
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Don't cry over spilled milk
過ぎたことを気にして時間を無駄にしないで。
Meaning
Don’t waste time worrying about things that have already happened.
Example
**Don't cry over spilled milk**; learn from your mistake.
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don't judge a book by its cover
見た目だけで誰かや何かを判断すべきではない
Meaning
you shouldn't form an opinion on someone or something based purely on what you see on the outside
Example
She may look serious, but **don't judge a book by its cover**.