Expression Cards: idiom
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idiom
follow through on
計画通りにタスクや約束を完了する
Meaning
to complete a task or promise as planned
Example
She always **follows through on** what she says she will do.
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follow your dreams
自分の本当にやりたいことを追求する
Meaning
to pursue what you truly want in life
Example
He quit his job to **follow his dreams** of becoming a musician.
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follow your gut
意思決定時に直感を信じる
Meaning
to trust your instincts when making a decision
Example
Sometimes it's best to **follow your gut**.
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follow your heart
自分の気持ちに基づいて決断する
Meaning
to make a decision based on your feelings
Example
When choosing a career, it’s best to **follow your heart**.
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Follow your nose
自分の直感を信じて、正しいと感じる方向に進んでください。
Meaning
Trust your instincts and go in the direction that feels right.
Example
If you're lost, just **follow your nose** and you'll find the way.
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food for thought
真剣に考えさせるもの
Meaning
something that makes you think seriously
Example
His comment gave me **food for thought**.
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foot the bill
何かを支払う、特に高価なもの
Meaning
to pay for something, especially something expensive
Example
His father will **foot the bill** for the wedding.
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footloose and fancy-free
自由に好きなことができる; 束縛なし
Meaning
free to do whatever you want; without commitments
Example
He loves being **footloose and fancy-free** after retirement.
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for what it’s worth
役に立つかもしれないし、立たないかもしれない意見を述べるために使う
Meaning
used to introduce an opinion that may or may not be useful
Example
**For what it’s worth**, I think you did the right thing.
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forbidden fruit
魅力的だが許されない、または道徳的に間違っている何か
Meaning
something attractive but not allowed or morally wrong
Example
For teenagers, breaking rules often feels like **forbidden fruit**.
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forever grateful
長い間何かに感謝している
Meaning
thankful for something for a long time
Example
I’ll be **forever grateful** for what you’ve done.
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forgive and forget
誰かの過ちを忘れて怒らないこと
Meaning
to stop being angry and not remember someone’s mistake
Example
Let’s **forgive and forget** and move on.
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form follows function
建物や物の形は、その目的や機能に主に関連すべきである
Meaning
the shape of a building or object should primarily relate to its intended function or purpose
Example
In modern architecture, **form follows function** is a principle that's widely accepted.
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Fortune favors the bold
リスクを取る者は成功する可能性が高い。
Meaning
Those who take risks are more likely to be successful.
Example
Remember, **fortune favors the bold**, so don’t be afraid to invest in new opportunities.
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forty winks
短い昼寝
Meaning
a short nap or brief sleep
Example
He likes to take **forty winks** after work.
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frame of mind
人の気分や精神状態
Meaning
a person's mood or mental state
Example
He’s not in the right **frame of mind** to make decisions.
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Frankenstein’s monster
創造者に反抗する創造物。
Meaning
A creation that turns against its creator.
Example
Social media became a **Frankenstein’s monster** for its inventors.
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freak out
非常に不安、動揺、または怖がること
Meaning
to become very anxious, upset, or scared
Example
She **freaked out** when she saw the spider.
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free as a bird
完全に自由で、制限がない
Meaning
completely free; without restrictions
Example
After leaving his job, he felt **free as a bird**.
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free up
時間、お金、またはスペースを空ける
Meaning
to make time, money, or space available
Example
Clearing old files will **free up** storage on the drive.
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freshen up
リフレッシュを感じるために自分を洗ったり整えたりすること
Meaning
to wash or tidy oneself to feel renewed
Example
Guests can **freshen up** in the lounge before dinner.
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Freudian slip
本人の本当の考えや感情を無意識に表してしまうミス。
Meaning
An unintentional mistake that reveals one's true thoughts or feelings.
Example
He made a **Freudian slip** when he called his boss ‘mom’.
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friends in high places
力や影響力を持っている人々、あなたを助けることができる人々
Meaning
people with power or influence who can help you
Example
He got the job because he has **friends in high places**.
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from my point of view
自分の視点から物事を考えること
Meaning
considering something from one's own perspective
Example
**From my point of view**, the plan makes sense.