Expression Cards: idiom
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idiom
wait and see
何かがはっきりするまで我慢する
Meaning
to be patient until something becomes clear
Example
Let’s **wait and see** what happens next.
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Wait for the dust to settle
状況が明確または落ち着くまで待つ。
Meaning
Wait until a situation becomes clear or calm.
Example
Let’s **wait for the dust to settle** before making a decision.
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wait in the wings
必要に応じて交代または介入する準備をする
Meaning
to be ready to take over or step in when needed
Example
The assistant manager was **waiting in the wings** for a promotion.
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wake up to
重要な何かに気づく
Meaning
to become aware of something important
Example
Communities are **waking up to** the impact of noise pollution.
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walk a fine line
二つの難しい選択肢や対立する側の間でバランスを取る
Meaning
to balance between two difficult choices or opposing sides
Example
The diplomat had to **walk a fine line** between honesty and tact.
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walk a tightrope
注意深いバランスが必要な難しい状況にいる
Meaning
to be in a difficult situation requiring careful balance
Example
The manager **walked a tightrope** between the demands of staff and management.
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walk on air
とても幸せな気分になる
Meaning
to feel very happy
Example
She was **walking on air** after hearing his message.
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walk on eggshells
誰かを怒らせないように言ったりしたりする際に非常に慎重になる
Meaning
to be very careful about what you say or do to avoid upsetting someone
Example
Ever since the argument, I've been **walking on eggshells** around him.
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walk tall
自信を持ち、誇りを持って行動する
Meaning
to behave confidently and proudly
Example
You have every reason to **walk tall** after your success.
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walk with confidence
自分の能力を信じて行動すること
Meaning
to move or act in a way that shows belief in one's abilities
Example
He always **walks with confidence** during his presentations.
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walking on air
とても幸せで興奮している気分になる
Meaning
to feel very happy and excited
Example
After winning the match, he was **walking on air**.
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walking on eggshells
誰かを怒らせないようにとても気をつける
Meaning
being very careful not to upset someone
Example
I feel like I am **walking on eggshells** around my boss.
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wallflower
内気で社交的な活動を避ける人
Meaning
a shy person who avoids social activities
Example
She used to be a **wallflower**, but now she’s more confident.
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wander off
目的や方向なしで歩く
Meaning
to walk away without purpose or direction
Example
The child **wandered off** while we were shopping.
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wanderlust
世界を旅行し、探検したいという強い欲望
Meaning
a strong desire to travel and explore the world
Example
His **wanderlust** took him to every continent on Earth.
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war of words
言い争いまたは口論
Meaning
an argument or verbal conflict
Example
The two politicians engaged in a **war of words** on TV.
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warm the cockles of one's heart
誰かを幸せや感謝の気持ちにさせる
Meaning
to make someone feel happy or grateful
Example
Her thoughtful gift really **warmed the cockles of my heart**.
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warm up
活動のために体や心を準備する
Meaning
to prepare the body or mind for activity
Example
Let’s **warm up** before we dive into the rehearsal.
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warm up to
誰かや何かに徐々に慣れること
Meaning
to gradually become more comfortable with someone or something
Example
She slowly **warmed up to** the new routine.
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warm-hearted
親切で同情的
Meaning
kind and sympathetic
Example
She is a **warm-hearted** person who cares for everyone.
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warp speed
非常に高速; 極めて速い進行
Meaning
very high speed; extremely fast progress
Example
The project is moving at **warp speed** now.
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wash one’s hands of something
何かから手を引く
Meaning
to stop being responsible for something
Example
He **washed his hands of** the project after it failed.
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wash your hands of something
何かから手を引く、または責任を放棄する
Meaning
to stop being involved in or responsible for something
Example
After the scandal, the manager **washed his hands of** the project.
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wave off
ジェスチャーやコメントで何かを拒否する、または断る
Meaning
to dismiss or refuse something with a gesture or comment
Example
She **waved off** the compliments with a smile.