Expression Cards: idiom
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idiom
plug and play
複雑な設定なしで簡単に使える
Meaning
easy to use without complex setup
Example
The new printer is **plug and play** – no installation needed.
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plug away
何かに着実に取り組むこと
Meaning
to keep working steadily on something
Example
Keep **plugging away** at the draft and it will improve.
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plug into
何かに接続する、または関与すること、通常はシステムやネットワーク内で
Meaning
to connect or become involved in something, usually a system or network
Example
You need to **plug into** the right social media channels to reach a wider audience.
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poetic justice
美徳が報われ、悪が罰せられる状況、しばしば皮肉的に
Meaning
a situation in which virtue is rewarded and vice is punished, often ironically
Example
It was **poetic justice** when the dishonest lawyer lost his case due to his own lies.
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point the finger
誰かを非難したり、責めたりする
Meaning
to accuse or blame someone
Example
Don’t **point the finger** until you have all the facts.
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Political bargaining chip
政治で交渉または交換に使用される問題やポイント。
Meaning
An issue or point used to negotiate or exchange in politics.
Example
The trade agreement became a **political bargaining chip** during the negotiations.
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political circus
政治が混乱し、劇的になる状況
Meaning
a situation where politics becomes chaotic and theatrical
Example
The election debates turned into a **political circus**.
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political football
絶えず議論され、政治的利益のために使われる問題
Meaning
an issue that is constantly debated and used for political gain
Example
The issue of immigration has become a **political football**, with both parties using it to score points.
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political hot potato
誰も対処したくない論争の問題
Meaning
a controversial issue that no one wants to deal with
Example
Immigration reform has become a **political hot potato** for the government.
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political mileage
政治的状況から得られる利点
Meaning
advantage gained from a political situation
Example
Opposition leaders tried to gain **political mileage** from the crisis.
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Pop quiz
予告なしで行われるサプライズテスト
Meaning
a surprise test given without warning
Example
Our teacher gave us a **pop quiz** today.
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pop the champagne
特別な出来事や成功を祝う
Meaning
to celebrate a special event or success
Example
Let’s **pop the champagne** to celebrate our victory!
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pop the question
プロポーズする
Meaning
to ask someone to marry you
Example
He finally **popped the question** during dinner.
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post something
ソーシャルメディアプラットフォームで何かを共有する
Meaning
to share content on a social media platform
Example
She **posted** a beautiful picture on Instagram.
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pot luck
利用可能なものまたは偶然に起こること
Meaning
whatever is available or happens by chance
Example
Let’s take **pot luck** and eat at that new café.
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Pour your heart out
すべての感情を正直に表現する。
Meaning
To express all your feelings honestly.
Example
She **poured her heart out** to her best friend.
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Power behind the throne
リーダーシップに対して隠れたまたは間接的な影響を持つ人物やグループ
Meaning
A person or group who has a hidden or indirect influence over the leadership
Example
The chief advisor is often considered the **power behind the throne**.
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power play
コントロールを得るか維持するための戦略的手段
Meaning
a strategic move to gain or maintain control
Example
The alliance between the two countries is seen as a **power play**.
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Practice makes perfect
練習すればするほど、あなたは上手になります。
Meaning
The more you practice, the better you become.
Example
**Practice makes perfect**, so keep trying.
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practice what you preach
他の人に与えるアドバイスに従って行動すること
Meaning
to act according to the advice you give to others
Example
If you want others to be kind, you need to **practice what you preach**.
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predictive analytics
データと統計アルゴリズムを使用して将来の結果を予測すること
Meaning
using data and statistical algorithms to forecast future outcomes
Example
With **predictive analytics**, we can forecast market trends with high accuracy.
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predictive modeling
歴史的なデータに基づいて将来の傾向を予測するためにAIで使用される技術
Meaning
a technique used in AI to predict future trends based on historical data
Example
The use of **predictive modeling** helps companies plan better for the future.
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press ahead
障害にもかかわらず決意を持って進む
Meaning
to continue with determination despite obstacles
Example
Let’s **press ahead** even if the timeline shifts.
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prodigal son
家を出て、財産や機会を無駄にした後、悔い改めて戻ってくる人
Meaning
a person who leaves home and returns repentant after wasting wealth or opportunities
Example
After years abroad, he returned home like **the prodigal son**.