Expression Cards: idiom
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idiom
plug and play
легкий в использовании без сложной настройки
Meaning
easy to use without complex setup
Example
The new printer is **plug and play** – no installation needed.
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plug away
непрерывно работать над чем-то
Meaning
to keep working steadily on something
Example
Keep **plugging away** at the draft and it will improve.
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plug into
подключаться или участвовать в чем-то, обычно в системе или сети
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
ситуация, в которой добродетель вознаграждается, а порок наказывается, часто иронично
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
obvinjat' ili vinovat' kogo-to
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
Проблема или вопрос, используемый для переговоров или обмена в политике.
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
ситуация, когда политика становится хаотичной и театральной
Meaning
a situation where politics becomes chaotic and theatrical
Example
The election debates turned into a **political circus**.
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political football
вопрос, который постоянно обсуждается и используется для политической выгоды
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
проблема, которую никто не хочет решать
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
преимущество, полученное из политической ситуации
Meaning
advantage gained from a political situation
Example
Opposition leaders tried to gain **political mileage** from the crisis.
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Pop quiz
неожиданный тест, проведенный без предупреждения
Meaning
a surprise test given without warning
Example
Our teacher gave us a **pop quiz** today.
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pop the champagne
отметить особое событие или успех
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
сделать предложение о браке
Meaning
to ask someone to marry you
Example
He finally **popped the question** during dinner.
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post something
поделиться контентом в социальной сети
Meaning
to share content on a social media platform
Example
She **posted** a beautiful picture on Instagram.
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pot luck
что есть в наличии или происходит случайно
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
Выразить все свои чувства честно.
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
человек или группа, имеющая скрытое или косвенное влияние на руководство
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
стратегический ход для получения или удержания контроля
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
Чем больше ты практикуешь, тем лучше ты становишься.
Meaning
The more you practice, the better you become.
Example
**Practice makes perfect**, so keep trying.
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practice what you preach
действовать в соответствии с советом, который ты даешь другим
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
использование данных и статистических алгоритмов для прогнозирования будущих результатов
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
техника, используемая в ИИ для предсказания будущих тенденций на основе исторических данных
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
продолжать с решимостью несмотря на препятствия
Meaning
to continue with determination despite obstacles
Example
Let’s **press ahead** even if the timeline shifts.
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prodigal son
человек, который покидает дом и возвращается раскаявшись после того, как потратил богатства или возможности
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**.