EXAGGERATION AND UNDERSTATEMENT Flashcards

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PASSIONATE

A

having, showing, or caused by strong feelings or beliefs.

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2
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spontaneous

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(spontaneity): performed or occurring as a result of a sudden impulse or inclination and without premeditation or external stimulus.

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3
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to hit the roof

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suddenly become very angry.

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4
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  • To be knackered
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tired, exhausted

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5
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to be as thick as two short planks

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very stupid

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6
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to be dying of something

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to be very eager to have something

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7
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to be out of order

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not following the formal rules of a meeting, court session, etc.

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8
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to be loaded

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: having a great deal of money; rich

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9
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lahko bi nekaj jedel

A

i could do with something to eat

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10
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to have a stiff upper lip

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emotionless face
you’re not showing true emotions, you don’t react even if it is hard

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11
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to worship something

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the feeling or expression of reverence and adoration for a deity.

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12
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to deminish

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cause to seem less impressive or valuable.

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13
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emotional impact

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how strong the feeling is

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14
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to be keen

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having or showing eagerness or enthusiasm

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