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idiom
patch over
問題を本当に解決せずに覆い隠す
Meaning
to cover up a problem without truly fixing it
Example
We can’t just **patch over** the security flaws.
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patch over differences
対立を無視して平和を回復しようとする
Meaning
to try to ignore disagreements and restore peace
Example
They decided to **patch over differences** and move on.
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patch things up
けんかの後に関係を修復する
Meaning
to repair a relationship after a disagreement
Example
They finally **patched things up** after their fight.
phrasal-verb
patch things up with
議論や対立後に関係を修復する
Meaning
to repair a relationship after an argument or conflict
Example
They finally **patched things up with** each other after weeks of silence.
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patch together
何かを急いで粗雑に組み立てる
Meaning
to assemble something quickly and roughly
Example
We managed to **patch together** a plan before the call.
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patch up
何かを修理する、または壊れた関係を改善する
Meaning
to repair something or improve a damaged relationship
Example
They managed to **patch up** their friendship after the argument.
phrasal-verb
patch up bugs
ソフトウェアの小さなエラーや問題を修正する
Meaning
to fix small errors or issues in software
Example
Developers are working to **patch up bugs** found in the latest release.
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patience is a virtue
忍耐は美徳です
Meaning
being patient is a good quality
Example
Remember, **patience is a virtue**, so take your time.
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Patience is bitter, but its fruit is sweet
待つのは辛いが、結果は良い。
Meaning
Although waiting is hard, it results in good outcomes.
Example
It might be tough, but **patience is bitter, but its fruit is sweet**.
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Patience pays off
忍耐は最終的に良い結果をもたらします。
Meaning
Being patient will eventually lead to positive results.
Example
I know you’ve been waiting for a long time, but trust me, **patience pays off**.
phrasal-verb
pause within
反応する前に、気持ちを観察するために心の中で一息つく
Meaning
to take a mental break and observe your feelings before reacting
Example
He learned to **pause within** before saying something hurtful.
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pave the way
他の人が進歩しやすくする
Meaning
to make progress easier for others to follow
Example
Her research **paved the way** for future discoveries.
phrasal-verb
pave the way for
何かを可能にするための条件を作る
Meaning
to create conditions that make something possible
Example
Her strong performance **paved the way for** her promotion.
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pay a compliment
誰かに賞賛や敬意を表す
Meaning
to give praise or admiration to someone
Example
He always knows how to **pay a compliment** to make someone feel better.
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pay attention to
何かに注意を払うか、注意深く聞く
Meaning
to listen carefully or give thought to something
Example
You should **pay attention to** the details of the project.
phrasal-verb
pay back
借りたお金を返すこと
Meaning
to return money that you borrowed
Example
I will **pay back** the money I borrowed from you next week.
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Pay dividends
後で利益や報酬をもたらす。
Meaning
To bring benefits or rewards later.
Example
Investing in education always **pays dividends** in the long run.
phrasal-verb
pay down
定期的な支払いを行うことによって、借金を徐々に減らす
Meaning
to reduce a debt gradually by making regular payments
Example
She’s trying to **pay down** her credit card debt.
phrasal-verb
pay for
何かのためにお金を支払う; 結果を受ける
Meaning
to give money in exchange for something; to suffer the consequences
Example
You will **pay for** your mistakes one day.
phrasal-verb
pay homage to
誰かや何かに敬意を表する
Meaning
to show deep respect or tribute to someone or something
Example
Citizens **pay homage to** national heroes on Independence Day.
phrasal-verb
pay in
銀行または口座にお金を預ける
Meaning
to deposit money into a bank or account
Example
She **paid in** a large sum yesterday.
phrasal-verb
pay into
銀行口座または基金にお金を預ける
Meaning
to deposit money into a bank account or fund
Example
I **paid into** my savings account yesterday.
idiom
pay it forward
親切を受けた後、他の人に親切をすること
Meaning
to do something kind for someone else after receiving kindness
Example
After receiving help from a stranger, he decided to **pay it forward** by helping someone in need.
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pay off
努力の結果として良い結果を得る
Meaning
to yield good results after effort
Example
All those late nights finally **paid off** during the launch.