четвртак, 19. децембар 2019.

Idioms, Phrases & Phrasal Verbs (F-L)

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fall asleep - zaspati
(e.g. I fell asleep as soon as my head hit the pillow. She fell asleep during the movie. One in seven road accidents is caused by drivers falling asleep at the wheel. I tossed about all night, unable to fall asleep. No, I couldn't fall asleep. He always falls asleep during lectures. Tom has fallen asleep.)
* asleep:  fast/sound (= completely) asleep;  half asleep (= not completely awake)

feast your eyes on sth/sb - to take great pleasure in looking at someone or something
(e.g. If you’re looking for new kitchen utensils, feast your eyes on these goodies. We walked through the valley, feasting our eyes on the beauty all around us.)

(get) fed up - dojaditi
(e.g. Have you got fed up with the city traffic? He got fed up with all the traveling he had to do...... I'm fed up with cleaning up after you all the time.)

feel blue - be depressed or sad                                           [under the weather]
(e.g. I was really feeling blue after she told me she was leaving. You look like you feel blue. What's wrong? I feel blue every time I think about that time. I have been feeling blue ever since I have heard that my daughter will be moving abroad for good. The men in the army have started feeling blue after being on post for more than six months without getting a single holiday.)

(feel/look) under the weather - Feel sick, poor health, tired or exhausted        [feel blue]
(e.g. I'm feeling a bit under the weather - I think I'm getting a cold. I’ve been feeling a bit under the weather this week. If you are feeling under the weather this morning, how are we going to fix it?.......I noticed that the cat was looking a little under the weather.................I think that he is a bit under the weather at the moment. I'm a bit under the weather.)

find oneself - to realize that you are in a place ……..or……... doing something without really intending or planning to {sa gerundom}
(e.g. I found myself agreeing with everything she said. After an evening of Richard's company, it was easy to find oneself talking like him. I found myself just doing things without even thinking about them. And the other morning I found myself feeling guilty.............in: We fell asleep in the back of the car and woke up to find ourselves in Atlanta. Lost in a deep reverie, I suddenly found myself in a neighborhood. to find oneself in trouble)
* pronaci sebe u necemu - informal to discover what you really like and what you want to do
(e.g. Many students leave college and realize that they still have yet to find themselves.  I know you're unhappy in your job, so I think you should take some time off to really find yourself. She went to India to find herself.)

find one's way (into/to/onto/back)……......make one's way {slicno znacenje}{moze bez predloga, ili sa to, around, back. etc.}
- find one's way: to look for and find where to go in order to get somewhere or often used figuratively
(e.g. into: It's estimated that 65 percent of these chemicals find their way into our lakes, rivers and underground aquifers. Firearm registration is important because we do not want firearms to easily find their way into the hands of irresponsible people. Along with wastewater on the factory deck, various fish waste and other debris would routinely find its way into the drain wells………...to: The settlers eventually found their way to California. It is going to find its way to a place where fish do exist……...back: She got lost trying to find her way back to the hotel. Brazil stressed that stored mercury should not find its way back into the mainstream or the black market…….onto: There are many ways in which an e-mail address can find its way onto a spam list. This production demonstrated one of the five key messages that will find its way onto the SmartBoater Website………..bez predloga: I found my way home without any problems.)
* gain/get access to
(e.g. We can also show you how the animal gained access to your property. The police managed to gain access through an upstairs window. Investigators are trying to gain/get access to his financial records.)
- make one's way: to advance in life or succeed ........ili .....to walk or travel somewhere
(e.g. smo: He made his way to the stage. He made his way home at last. Passengers, please make your way toward the exit. I'm making my way by car to New York City. How are we going to make our way through this underbrush?.......sth: Dust makes its way into the air vents....................After college, she set out to make her way in the world as a lawyer. He made his way to the marketplace, as he had been instructed to do. His family hasn't much money so he'll just have to make his own way in the world.)

first and foremost                  [first things first, first of all, for starters]
Moze ili na pocetku recenice (Prvo i osnovno,) ili u sredini recenice (je pre svega) - vidi primere:
(e.g. The first and foremost way to increase your personal injury settlement is to hire an attorney. The Razor Hovertrax 2.0, first and foremost, has been given the UL 2272 listing for safety.)

first of all - used for introducing the first of several things that you are going to say; before doing anything else
(e.g. First of all, I’d like to give you a little background information. First of all, I’d like to ask you a few questions. First of all, clean the surface that you are going to paint.)

first things first - used to tell someone that more important things should be done before less important things       [first and foremost]
(e.g. First things first, let's have something to eat. First things first, you’ll want to choose between a fixed mount or a detachable one. I know you're eager to start shopping for a car, but first things first—you need to find out how much you can afford to spend. We have a lot to discuss, but, first things first, let’s have a cup of coffee!)

fit like a glove - to be the perfect size and shape for someone:
(e.g. The scope fits many rifles like a glove. I love these pants because they fit like a glove and they're so comfortable. My new shoes fit like a glove. That dress fits you like a glove!)

fit the bill - to be suitable for a particular purpose         [serve the purpose, fulfill its purpose]
(e.g. This new software fits the bill. Some travel policies don't fit the bill, because they limit the amount of time you can spend abroad. A floral design with a Regency stripe background, for example, fits the bill perfectly. There were of course other ways in which Worldwide Plaza fit the bill very well.)
- fit for purpose - if something is fit for purpose, it does what it is intended to do [serve the/a/one’s purpose]
(e.g. I have spent a lot of my time making this organization fit for purpose.)

followed by - You use followed by to say what comes after something else in a list or ordered set of things.
(e.g. Potatoes are still the most popular food, followed by white bread. You are likely to have periods of active illness followed by periods of remission.)

follow up with
(e.g. Clean the leather with leather cleaner, then follow up with a leather conditioner.)

follow something (up) with - to happen or come after something
Follow sth up - Cambridge: to find out more about something, or take more action connected with it
Oxford: Pursue or investigate something further

Follow up on something - nadovezati se na

for/over an extended period(s) (of time).....= for/over a prolonged period(s) (of time).....= for/over a long period(s) (of time)         [suprotno: in a short amount/period of time]

for good (na kraju recenice) - permanently, forever
* once and for all - jednom zauvek - completely and finally:
(e.g. The Supreme Court’s ruling should decide this matter once and for all. We have to decide, once and for all, whether we want to ask Dad for money.  We have to resolve this matter once and for all. If we act fast, we can once and for all prevent wild animals in Britain from suffering terrible cruelty. At this time our technicians would remove the door, screen off permanently and back-fill the remaining area once and for all.)

for naught - uzalud
come to/be for naught - to have no effect or fail completely (= worthless, useless)
(e.g. You might have created the most interesting and visually appealing blog post, but everything will be for naught if there is no call to action. All of my hard work on that budget report was for naught when the computer system crashed.………...All our efforts came to naught. All those hours I spent researching my graduate thesis have come to naught.)
*** in vain - uzalud           
(e.g. We walked on, looking in vain for a taxi. He stopped at the door, waiting in vain for her to acknowledge his presence. It became obvious that all her complaints were in vain. Did all these young men die in vain?)
*** go to waste - to not be used: to be wasted
(e.g. And all that effort went to waste. So much effort and talent will go to waste if we are forced to drop the film. Unfortunately, most of these useful and innovative ideas go to waste without investigation. We can't let all our hard work go to waste. All of our hard work will go to waste if the board rejects our proposal. Don’t let your good social media content go to waste. Don’t let all this food go to waste.)

for starters (za pocetak) - used to say that something is the first in a list of things:                  [first and foremost, first things first, first of all]
(e.g. Try this exercise for starters. These prizes are just for starters. You have to put down a $500 deposit, and that's just for starters..............For starters, we ought to explain why we’re here. For starters, it should compost the waste without odor.)

(just, only) for the sake of (it) - radi
(e.g. We replace the natural ground coverings with flowerless grass for the sake of looks. You like to quarrel only for the sake of an argument. They stayed together for the sake of the children……..it: I don't ever want to do stuff just for the sake of it. An ability and willingness to wind up people just for the sake of it?...............gerund: Is everything allowed just for the sake of making money? Don't sacrifice other nutrients for the sake of increasing protein in your diet.)
- for the sake of it
(e.g. We drove around town just for the sake of it. He was just talking for the sake of it. She likes spending money just for the sake of it.)

for the time being - zasad (= for now)

for (many) years to come   [in years to come]

from/at the comfort of your (own) home/sofa

- full of
(e.g. Their gestures are large enough to embrace the room full of people. Nearly a day and a half after the collapse, the air was still full of dust. He had a Filofax full of contacts and appointments. A place for gathering and relating that is full of life. It is full of features and has been ported to various platforms.)
- chock-full of - completely full, full to the limit (pun puncat)      (loaded with, packed with)
(e.g. Hotels chock-full of tourists. The whole room was chock-full of books. Chock-full of features and awesome performance, Thecus®' N7700PRO is the gold standard in desktop NAS devices.)
- loaded with
(e.g. This Sport Boat is loaded with features such as a satellite-ready JBL Marine sound system, integrated swim platform, electronic speedometer, bimini top and aluminum wakeboard tower. Indeed, the information highways reach us, loaded with all kinds of information. For one thing, we are much less stressed, even if we are loaded with work. The weight of water displaced when fully loaded with cargo.)
- packed with
(e.g. It is packed with a lot of information that will be valuable for our committee. February may be the shortest month of the year but is packed with special events! The three-day show is utterly packed with must-see activities and events. A vast and beautiful world to explore, packed with people to meet, monsters to battle and priceless treasures to discover. They are virtually fat-free and are packed with proteins and antioxidants.  The milling drum assembly of the W 200 is packed with a wide range of technical solutions. This powerful NAS unit is packed with abundant features as well as technology of the future. Packed with exciting new features, brand new graphics and animations, and an engrossing storyline.)
* jam-packed with - containing or seeming to contain the greatest quantity or number possible:
(e.g. Rutabagas are jam-packed with nutrients. The streets were jam-packed with tourists. A film jam-packed with spectacular action sequences. His room was jam-packed with fruit, flowers, gifts etc.)

G

Gap
  • rupa u prostoru: (e.g. The children squeezed through a gap in the wall. The wind tearing through gaps in the window frames. She has a small gap between her front teeth.)
  • rupa u vremenu: (e.g. After a gap of five years, Juanita decided to go back to work full-time. The second volume in the series came out after a gap of seven years…….. There's a ten-year gap between Kay's two children. There was an 18-minute gap in the tape recordings.)
  • imaginarno - ni prostor ni vreme (e.g. There are many gaps in our understanding of what happened. A gap in her knowledge. His death leaves a huge/big/large/wide/narrow/tiny gap in the theatrical life of New York. There exists nowadays a yawning gap between fashion and style. A growing /widening /unbridgeable /substantial gap in the training and education.)
  • gap in the market - an opportunity for a product or service that does not already exist: (e.g. The company is hoping to fill a gap in the market. There is a gap in the magazine market that needs to be filled. Spotting a gap in the market, she decided to set up a clothes storage service. Like a good businessman, Stewart identified a gap in the market. The sales director believes there is a gap in the market for small jets.)
  • a trade gap, the gender gap, the generation gap, an age gap, a cultural gap

- difference between two things:
  • fill (in) the/a gap(s)/void
(e.g. He's trying to fill the gaps in his CD collection. We will then carry out research to fill in the gaps in our knowledge. Some people read to fill in gaps in their education........He wondered how he would ever fill the void left by his son’s death.)
  • bridge the gap   {often + between}
(e.g. The program helps working families bridge the gap between income and rent. The president singled out education as a vital tool in bridging the gap between rich and poor. His work bridges the gap between popular fiction and serious literature. ….. I thought Senator Davis was working to bridge the gap between the parties on this controversial issue. A lingua franca is used to bridge the gap between people who do not speak the same language.)
  • close (e.g. The Bill aims to close gaps in existing law on fraud. The policies are designed to close the gap between rich and poor.)
  • reduce (e.g. The government's change of policy is intended to reduce the gap between the haves and have-nots in our society.)
  • increase (e.g. The report states that the gap between the rich and the poor has increased dramatically over the past decade.)
  • grow (e.g. The gap between rich and poor is growing all the time.)
  • narrow (e.g. We must strive to narrow the gap between rich and poor. Polls show the gap between the two candidates has narrowed.)
  • widen (e.g. The gap between rich and poor is still widening. Excessive bonuses have only served to widen the gap between executives and other staff. Technology has widened the gap between people with and without computer skills.)
  • plug (e.g. They are meant to plug the gaps in the trade embargo. Insurance companies aim to plug the gap. With so few trained doctors, paramedics were brought in to plug the gap.)

get a bad rap - a bad reputation, unjustified criticism (kada se nesto neosnovano kritikuje)  
(e.g. Marijuana frequently gets a bad rap. Stained glass windows get a bad rap. Beets tend to get a bad rap! Butter has been getting sort of a bad rap lately……..for: The 250 million cars and trucks on America’s roads get a bad rap for being environmentally unfriendly. For-profit colleges and universities have been getting a bad rap for the past several months for allegedly being diploma mills.  Milk Gets a Bad Rap for no Good Reason. Why does rap get such a bad rap for explicit content when country music doesn't?)

- idea: get/give/have an (a better/clear(er)/wrong, etc) idea of/about
(e.g. give: We’ll expand on that list a little to give you a better idea of the types of experiences you’re looking for. Can you give me an idea of the cost? I didn’t want to give him the wrong idea about the job…………….....get: We can break our video services into some general categories for you to get you an idea of what we offer. This will get you an idea about things you need to consider. This will get you an idea about what you can do with. To get you an idea of how bad my luck has been lately…..Once you see and feel the various product lines, as well as examining their functionality, you will get a better idea of what will suit your needs. Look at the carpet and you'll get an idea of how tasteful it is……………...have: It is still too early to have a clear idea of what will be involved. You should have a clear idea of the areas in question. We will also have a good idea of the challenges globalization. It is important that we have a good idea of when you need the translation.)
- feel: have/get/give a feel for something
(e.g. Please have a read of previous articles to get a feel for the style of our website. He was here to get a feel for the place. You can get a feel for what kind of changes you need to make to ensure that your content reaches a wide audience. We want you to get a better feel of how to react calmly in unexpected situations.……..Exercises that give a child a feel for numbers.)
- feeling: 
(e.g. You get the feeling that he could go round again, he is such an out and out stayer. I get the feeling that you're an honest man………...Appropriate and ergonomic space planning gives you the feeling that you invested your money the right way……...If the readers have a feeling that the described events are just some kind of anonymous war story...It is just as important to have a feeling for developments in a market.)
- sense: get/have a (clear(er)) sense of  
(e.g. Once you’ve figured out what you can spend, you’ll have a clearer sense of what you can spend on tile, fixtures, and extras. A common problem for managers is having no clear, strong sense of whether their employees are high-performing or not……...Doing this will give you a sense of whether your budget is in line with your competition........ I get a sense that people are feeling better about themselves. To get a sense of how far from standards compliance most of today's Web sites are, we need to take a quick look back at HTML's development and examine the difficulties most sites face today. To get a sense of the various groups' interests, we regularly seek to make contact with all stakeholders.)
- vision: a clear vision of
(e.g. If you’re like most prospective homeowners, you have a clear vision of your dream home. Your job as a leader is to have a clear vision of where you want to go. By having a clear vision of what you want to accomplish, you will attract followers and people who want to align themselves with your vision. Do you have a clear vision of the future?............In tandem with your coach, you will begin to create a clear vision of the life you want to live. Develop a clear vision of what is most important for personal satisfaction, happiness.)
- picture:
(e.g. The techniques used are intended to get the picture of the energy balance in a facility. The reports also have information on credits to help your employees get a clear picture of the status of their medical expense. When you finish reading this article you will get a clear picture of which toilet to chose to buy for your needs. Check out the introductory film to get the full picture of the historic events.)
- understanding: get/gain/give/have a good/better/clear/deep(er)/richer/basic/thorough/ comprehensive understanding of 
(e.g. Click on the mobile tab to get a better understanding of how mobile your customers are. Before selecting a therapist or treatment plan, it’s important to have a thorough understanding of each therapy as well as how they differ. By combining all of our sensor data, we get a richer understanding of the world………..The roadkill maps give researchers a better understanding of the environmental impacts of roads. The scientists hope the expedition will give them a better understanding of why the condition can lead to death…………We are hoping to gain a better understanding of the underlying process. That can help people gain an understanding of it. It is about gaining an understanding of weaknesses………….Policy makers often fail to have a clear understanding of what the implications of their decisions will be on ground forces. NGOs have a good understanding of public concerns on the environment. Make Sure You Have a Deep Understanding of Value.)
- have a good/perfect knowledge of
(e.g. To be a religious scholar one must have a good knowledge of contemporary sciences. We also recommend that the President must have a good knowledge of English………………...IT systems that will have a perfect knowledge of users' habits and energy consumption. Persons who have a perfect knowledge of the necessary precautions.)
* gain an understanding/insight(s)/impression etc
  • insight
(e.g. get/gain/give/provide: We can gain insight into the behavior of these complicated beams. This guidance helped them gain insight into the characteristics. To visit them is to gain an insight into what many of our own wetlands must have been like. Pupils use drama to gain insights into moral and social issues in works of literature. In order to enable students to get an insight into this topic. WITTENSTEIN will provide an insight into tomorrow's electric and hybrid drive technologies. Other plans which might give a competitor insight into the current or future competitiveness.)
  • impression
(e.g. The racing driver walks the course before driving it, in order to gain an impression of its quality. This enabled me to gain an overall impression of the school. An important pre-requisite to reducing negative externalities from transport is to gain a good impression of the actual cost. You gain a picturesque impression of it being one. To help them gain a general impression of its scope and scale.)
- get the hang of something - to learn how to do something or use something; To begin having or acquire a general sense of how to do or use something or how something operates; to become familiar with something:
(e.g. imenica: He was finally getting the hang of his job…….gerund: She's getting the hang of driving. I increasingly got the hang of handling Berni……..I'm starting to get the hang of how this computer works……..it: It's a bit tricky at first till you get the hang of it. I know it's a little tricky getting the hang of the machine, but just keep practicing. It seems difficult at first, but you’ll soon get the hang of it. I’ll teach you how to use the design program – you’ll get the hang of it after a while.)

get a lot of use out of, get plenty of use out of - dobiti mnogo koristi od necega
(e.g. You'll get a lot of use out of these. I get a lot of use out of my backpacks. She's going to get a lot of use out of them for years to come! I feel like I'm going to get a lot of use out of this GIFs…………...You'll get plenty of use out of them for camping, traveling, and sleepovers. I know you guys will get plenty of use out of them. A mortal musician can get plenty of use out of software like this.)
- get the most out of - iskoristiti do maksimuma......make the most (out) of, ili make the very most of
(e.g. I do what I can to get the most out of life. How To Get The Most Out Of Social Media. Get the most out of your reading. I try to get the most out of my employees. ...........Charming and friendly, she will help you make the most of your visit. We’re only in Paris for a day, so let’s make the most of it. Happiness is the ability to make the most of what you have.......Tips On How To Make The Very Most Of A Business Trip. Life Is So Short, Let's Make the Very Most of It!)

get familiar with = familiarize yourself with - upoznati se sa

get in shape, get back in shape, stay in (good) shape, get back/chest/(your) body in shape
(So you want to eat healthier and get in shape? 10 Ways to Get in Shape Faster. You have to make an effort to get into good shape. Ever feel like you're doing all the right things to get in shape and get healthy, yet you just aren't getting results as fast as you thought you would?................Want to Get Back in Shape? How to get back in shape again at any age? How to Get Back in Shape After a Long Workout Hiatus?..........She exercises and eats right to stay healthy. keep your body healthy. 7 Things Really Fit People Do to Stay in Shape.)
* to be + in good/better/excellent/top/satisfactory/bad  shape/condition/form
(e.g. This car isn't in good shape. He was still in better shape than many young men. It is still in satisfactory shape for you. The trees were in bad shape from dry rot. ………... Mary is in good condition. You need to consider if the property is in good condition. [Keeping your plasma lighter in good/perfect/top/superior working condition is the key to getting a long life out of it.] The clay courts remain in excellent condition. I'd like to have one that's in better condition. This way, your soil can stay in top condition all year round. Cummins Filtration offers two types of cleaners to keep your cooling system in top condition. Many houses are in bad condition and maybe the time and neglect are partly responsible..………. We all hope that Westerwelle returns in good form. We will use 2006 very intensively to get the company in good form for further necessary growth.)
- keep fit, be fit, get fit, look fit
(e.g. I jog to keep fit. I do everything I can to keep fit. What do you do to keep fit?........ You need to be very fit to hike the Inca Trail. She's remarkably fit for a 95-year-old............He's jogging around the park every morning in an effort to get fit for the football season. Start here: four weeks to get fit. No Gym Required: How to Get Fit at Home...........You look fit.)
* adopt a healthy/healthier lifestyle………...get healthy/healthier

get in/into the habit of -  begin to do something regularly or often.........to be + in the habit of
(e.g. Get in the habit of looking over your floor and picking up small messes. It's a great way to get into the habit of paying yourself first.)
- get out of the habit of doing sth - odvikavati se od necega
(e.g. Get out of the habit of filling the tank to the brim. He reported having difficulty falling asleep because, during his vacation, he had gotten out of the habit of retiring early.)
*** kick the habit of
(e.g. of + gerund: Overall, it is a great option for those who want to kick the habit of using the typical gas-powered mower. The reality is that very few young people kick the habit of smoking during their lives……….The scheme helps smokers to kick the habit. Once the motivation to stop arises, it is not so difficult to kick the habit.)

get into the swing of it/things - to start to understand, enjoy, and be active in something; to become very involved in it and enjoy what you are doing.                    [get used to]
(e.g. I’ve been here a week, and I’m only just beginning to get into the swing of things. It was hard to get back into the swing of things after such a long absence............I hadn't worked in an office for several years, so it took me a while to get back into the swing of it. But once you get into the swing of it, the anatomy takes care of itself.)
*** get comfortable with
(e.g. Despite the ease of installing devices and the ability to use an app to log time, it still takes fleet management and drivers generally a couple of months to get comfortable with the technology. You may experience frustration until you get comfortable with your pouching system. We generally recommend using the lower dosing and water flow amounts until you get comfortable with the system. It's a role I'm not comfortable with, but I'm going to have to get comfortable with it............gerund: Until banks get comfortable with deploying these funds into the marketplace, QE will have limited effect on real activity. Get comfortable with using ethical language to explain their own decisions.)
* make yourself comfortable
(e.g. Make yourself comfortable and I’ll be back in a minute. Sit down and make yourself comfortable. Lie down on your bed and make yourself comfortable.)

get into the wrong hands - doci u pogresne ruke

get/run into trouble - upasti u nevooju

get it/sth right - to do, say, or understand (something) accurately or correctly
(e.g. That is why it’s important to get it right when you install a basement floor. You'll save yourself a bunch of work if you just get it right the first time. Don't practice until you get it right. When you're making a measurement be careful to get it right……….sth: They never get the facts right. Airlines seem to get this right.)
* do it right
(e.g. This is one of our specialities, and we do it right. Every single one of the witnesses told us the same thing: if we are going to do it, we must do it right.)
* the right way (= properly, correctly)
(e.g. Here is how to use your new vape pen the right way.)

get/lay/put your/my/his/her hands on sth - to find something; to succeed in getting sth
(e.g. I can never lay my hands on a stapler. People seem to be buying up everything they can lay their hands on………….She’s only marrying him to get her hands on his money.)
* put se koristi kad se bukvalno misli, obicno kod nekih vezbi
(e.g. Sit down in a relaxed way, put your hands on your belly and observe your breathing. Put your hands on your pelvic bones. Lying on the floor, chin down, knees bent, feet in the air, put your hands on your knees.)

- be/get used to + imenica/gerund - navici se na nesto           [get into the swing of it/things]
(imenica: e.g. It's very noisy here, but you'll get used to it. It’s hard at first, but you’ll get used to it……..gerund: I’m getting used to driving on the right.………….……..glagol to be: I found Slovak food very strange at first but I’m used to it now. The company is used to much stronger growth………....She is used to working long hours.)
* be/get/become accustomed to:
(e.g. He had become accustomed to living without electricity. She quickly became accustomed to his messy ways............to be: I'm not accustomed to being treated like this. The little luxuries to which she was accustomed. We were accustomed to working together. .............. Men and women around the world get accustomed to being overweight. I need time to get accustomed to the routine again. Get accustomed to talking to each other.)
- imenica + used to + infinitive - to talk about things that happened in the past – actions or states – that no longer happen now {nema glagol to be posle imenice!}:
(e.g. She used to be a long distance runner when she was younger. I used to eat meat but I became a vegetarian 5 years ago. He used to play football for the local team, but he’s too old now…...….negativni oblik - didn’t use to: It didn’t use to be so crowded in the shops as it is nowadays….....upitan oblik - Did you use to …?: Did you use to work with Kevin Harris?)

get to work - baci se na posao
(e.g. We need to stop delaying and get to work. Stop socializing and get to work! There's a lot to do. I'd better get to work. He promised to get to work on the state's massive deficit. We'd better get to work on stacking this wood if we want to finish before it gets dark.)

get worse - pogorsati............get better - poboljsati
- get worse 
(e.g. If the symptoms get worse, consult your doctor. My cold seems to be getting worse. If the rain gets any worse we'll have to go back. The (traffic) congestion in the city gets even worse during the summer. Investors Are Getting Stressed, And It Can Get Much Worse)
- get better
(e.g. Things can only get better. Living conditions may get worse before they get better. I had a bad cold, but it's getting better. Her English isn’t really getting any better. The first part of the book is pretty boring, but it gets a lot better as the story goes on. Life Can't Get Much Better)

get your (business/brand’s) name out there - da ti ime postane poznato
(e.g. 10 Unique Ways to Get Your Name Out There. It'll get your name out there. You don't need to pay big bucks to get your name out there. This is the easiest way to promote, communicate, and get your name out there............151 Ways To Get Your Band's Name Out there. Being active on Instagram is an amazing way to get your brand's name out there…….How to Get Your Business Out There.)
*** How to Get Your Business Name Known. One of the easiest ways to get your business name known locally is to register details on search engine directories……….8 Free Ways To Promote Your Business. 21 Ways to Market Your Business Online. Search engine marketing is the most effective way to promote your products and grow your business.)

give a try - pokusati, probati nesto, dati necemu ili nekome sansku
- give something a try  (= give something a whirl, give something a go, give something a shot)
- give someone a try
- give it a try

give the green light - to give permission for someone to do something or for something to happen         [give thumbs up]
(e.g. We're just waiting our manager to give us the green light before we release the latest software update.  The food industry was given a green light to extend the use of these chemicals. The council has given the green light to the new shopping center.)

give yourself a break, give yourself a well-deserved break

- given something - knowing about or considering a particular thing
(e.g. Given his age, he's a remarkably fast runner. Given the uncertainty over Leigh's future, I was left with little another choice. Given the condition of the engine, it is a wonder that it even starts.)
- given (the fact) that - If you say given that sth is the case, you mean taking that fact into account.  [= owing to the fact that, considering that]
(e.g. Usually, I am sensible with money, as I have to be, given that I don't earn that much. Given that all are equal before the law, women have the right to vote.............Given the fact that I'm an American native English speaker, you should listen to me. Given the fact that most people don't have a disaster plan, we are urging family and friends to get prepared now before a natural disaster strikes. Given (the fact) that he's had six months to do this, he hasn't made much progress.)
- considering that
(e.g. Considering that you are no longer involved with this man, your response is a little extreme. Considering that 75% of users judge a company’s credibility by its website design, an investment in a better site almost always pays off.)
- Considering this fact,
(e.g. Considering this fact, determining how to market dental implants successfully using online marketing may seem like a huge undertaking.)
* Given (the fact) that vs. Considering that

Glance
- (see) at a glance, at first glance
(e.g. I could see at a glance that it wasn’t his own work. You can see at a glance there's a shorter route............An expert can tell at a glance whether it's a real diamond or a fake. One could tell at a glance that she was a compassionate person.……...She was able to identify the problem at a glance. The structure of your project needs to be visible, almost at a glance. That Holy Trinity is different from most Catholic parishes is evident at a glance.)
- at first glance - na prvi pogled (= at first sight {nije “on first sight” kao u Google Translate}, at first blush……...on the face of it - kad nesto nije onako kako izgleda na prvi pogled)
(e.g. At first glance, the deal looked wonderful, but after reading the fine print he wasn’t so sure. At first glance the twins look identical. It was love at first sight. This is not as heretical a suggestion as it might seem at first sight.)
- take/have/give a glance (at)      [skim through/over]  
(e.g. You can take a glance at the pages and read the summaries in bold letters below each headline. Take a quick glance at some of the advantages our members enjoy...........She had a quick glance at the newspaper as she gulped down her coffee. Have a glance at some examples!)

go above and beyond (sth) - to do more or better than would usually be expected:
(e.g. He's always been a good friend, but while I was ill he really went above and beyond...........We have a very dedicated team of people who go above and beyond what is required...........imenica {obicno ide sa call of duty}: A medal for bravery that goes above and beyond the call of duty……..gerung: The My20 ELD is packed with features to streamline your drive and go above and beyond just logging your hours.)
- go beyond sth
(e.g. The appeal of this device goes beyond convenience. The behaviour of people with ADHD goes beyond occasional fidgeting or disorganization. It allows them to go beyond just compliance and access additional solutions. Juicing goes beyond just nourishing the immune system.)

go for a stroll - ici u setnju (= go for a walk)..............take a walk  {isto znacenje ime} [take a shower: https://idioms.thefreedictionary.com/take+a+shower]
(Let’s go for a walk before it gets too hot…..It was a really pretty afternoon, so we went for a stroll and then sat at an outdoor café for an hour or two……................Feel free to take a walk around the garden. I take a walk every day. Take a walk for 30 minutes every day. )
* Take a Walk VS Go For a Walk: Advanced English Vocabulary Lesson: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bpah3rEv4YM

go from there.........take it from there  {isto znaci} - to proceed or continue after a result, certain amount of time, after an event or situation.; To decide on or begin a new course of action from a specific point onward:
(e.g. I will review your resume and we will go from there. Once we get the blood results back from the lab, we will go from there. The worried teacher decided she would talk to the student’s parents and go from there............ Let's just see how much the repairs will cost and take it from there. We've got to see what the studio thinks of your changes to the script, and then we can take it from there.)

go wrong - krene po zlu....pogresiti: e.g.you can't go wrong (with) - не можете да погрешите (sa), it’s hard to go wrong with - tesko je pogresiti sa

Gone are the days (of/when) - prosli su dani 
(e.g. Gone are the days of fine print and impossible-to-understand ‘legalese’. Gone are the days when children would play outside.)
- to be + gone
(e.g. The times when you had to carry a bulky projector with you are now gone as the technology got better and many manufacturers flooded the market with small products. The dialogue choices and wealth of NPCs that littered past Fallout games are entirely gone.)

- good for the price/money - dobar za tu cenu {misli se da je nesto jeftino a opet dobro  [kad se kaze worth the money/price to znaci skupo ali vredi platiti za to]
* good/best sth for the money/price 
(e.g. good-money: Rapide CLX 40 wheels provide very good performance for the money. We believe that all four of these metrics play a vital role in determining good coolers for the money.………….best-money: Choose the best fish finder for the money that fits your style. Best Cooler for the Money…………good-price: Good sound quality for the price. a good knife for the price……………..best-price: Best display for the price. The guide is here to help you out when you're choosing for the best skateboard bearings for the price.)
- (good/excellent/great/best/better) value for money - Used in reference to something that is well worth the money spent on it.                   [best bang for the buck]
(e.g. to be: This camera is really good value for money. The menu is great value for money……….…...give/offer/provide/get: It is about keeping the fans entertained and giving them value for money. Parliament must continue to apply this policy and provide the best value for money. Each formula offers excellent value for money. ……..*your/their money: Which phone time product will give you the best value for your money? They can get better value for their money elsewhere.)
* get your money's worth (from sth) - to get good value:
(e.g. We were determined to get our money's worth from our day tickets and went to every museum in the city. Those sneakers lasted for four years – he really got his money’s worth from them. Some publishers feel they haven't been getting their money's worth from the show..........Get there early to make sure you get your money’s worth. At that price, you want to make sure you get your money’s worth.)
* you get what you pay for - If you do not pay much money for something, it is probably of poor quality; a thing that can be bought for a very low price probably isn't very good
(e.g. That cheap camera I bought is broken already. Well, you get what you pay for. I know you get what you pay for, but this wasn't even worth the low price.)

(to be) good to go - to be prepared and ready to do something:   [you are all set]
(e.g. Just chop the fruits, throw them in the infuser and you are good to go. Let me grab a jacket and then I'm good to go. We have all the tools and supplies we need, so we're good to go. As soon as we bandage up your knee, you'll be good to go. When you have the right manometer, you just need to learn how to operate it and you are good to go. We can start the debate if you're both good to go. I've checked everything and we are good to go. Everything's good to go and we will start immediately.)

grow in something - to increase in some quality
(e.g. She was growing in confidence every day. The area has gradually grown in importance. As I got older, I was supposed to grow in wisdom and other good things. Sam grew in strength as he got over the disease. Alphaform is a strong company that is fit for the future, and that our shares have the potential to consistently grow in value. The legislative measures confer an advantage on banks, enabling them to grow in size.)
- grow/gain/increase/explode in popularity - start to be liked by many people
(e.g. grow: In recent years cycling has grown in popularity. Country music is growing in popularity. Cruising Holidays grow in popularity. Crossovers continue to grow in popularity. Extreme sports are growing in popularity. …….…...gain: Another, newer type of yeast is gaining in popularity. What is the best way to gain popularity on social media? Rutu Modan has gained popularity in Israel. Dual flush toilets are still relatively new to the market, however, they are gaining increasing popularity. That has gained particular popularity with/among pianists and listeners. Zoosk is quickly gaining in popularity with disabled singles…....……...increase: Frozen food has greatly increased in popularity ever since Clarence popularized frozen peas. The Youth Club has increased in popularity this session. The juicing diet trend has increased in popularity over the years………..…explode: Apple AirPods will explode in popularity next year. Text messages have exploded in popularity, particularly among young people. Blueberries have exploded in popularity because of their rebranding as a "superfood". The games exploded in popularity with the rise of the Internet.)
* rise in popularity {imenica nije glagol!; cesto ide ispred glagol “enjoy” a to vazi i za ostale primere ne samo za rise}: 
(e.g. The band has enjoyed an unstoppable rise in popularity. Renault enjoyed a huge rise in popularity among British buyers. However, with the rise in popularity of organic products, Australian wines have once again gained their popularity. There are several reasons for this rise in popularity. This period also saw the rise in popularity of the MP3 music file. But analysts are predicting a rise in popularity soon.)
*** moze i ovako da se kaze (adjectives: great/enormous/tremendous/immense/wide/
growing/increasing/rising/continuing/enduring):
(e.g. Rawlings's friends and foes alike say he survived only because of the enormous popularity with which he began his rule. Lee's popularity started to fade somewhat. The popularity of cellular phones has grown in the last five years. His great popularity with British audiences dates from that period. The enormous popularity of Coca-Cola. the increasing popularity of organic food. Today, the novel enjoys enduring popularity and ranks among the USA's top-selling books. The growing popularity of optical and dental benefits helps explain why the incidence of claims steadily increased throughout the post-war period.)

(have) a gut feeling(s) - an intuition or instinct
(e.g. have: I have a gut feeling that something bad is going to happen. I had a gut feeling that he was lying too. Jennifer's mother had a gut feeling that something was wrong when her daughter wasn't home by 10 o'clock...............bez have: My gut feeling was that this woman was a good woman. Why Trusting Your 'Gut Feeling' Is Often the Best Strategy. Is it rational to trust your gut feelings? Gut feelings really do stop you making mistakes.)

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(go) hand in hand - ruku pod ruku (moze bukvalno da znaci ili figurativno).....arm in arm - samo se koristi za bukvalno znacenje.......side by side
(e.g. Injuries and car accidents tend to go hand in hand. The consideration of high-speed rail and public transit ought to go hand in hand.…………...with: Very often, social inequalities go hand in hand with environmental inequalities. The swifter implementation that we would wish to see must go hand in hand with greater transparency.)
* go head to head with somebody - to deal with or oppose someone in a very direct and determined way:
(e.g. Rather than go head to head with their main rivals, they decided to try a more subtle approach. Jim finally went head to head with his boss.)
*** accompany
(e.g. High-interest rates accompany payday loans…….The illness is often accompanied by nausea.)
*** often occur together

have a hard/tough/difficult time 
- hard time: e.g. I’m glad she’s happy at last – she’s had such a hard time.
(1) + gerund: (e.g. If you live with someone, you may have a hard time finding a quiet place to do anything. I'm having a tough time fitting in at my new workplace. These persons have a difficult time planning their future.) 
(2) with + imenica: (e.g. He's been having a hard time with his research paper. We might think we have a tough time with new security laws. When I started this plant I had a difficult time with its leaves becoming small and turning brown very quickly.)
(3) have a hard time of it: (e.g. Vegetarians still often have a hard time of it when it comes to eating out. Even the birds have a hard time of it.)
* have trouble + gerund
(e.g. I have trouble saying "no" to people's requests. But I still have trouble expressing myself. People with ADHD have trouble focusing on tasks that are not interesting to them. You will have less trouble maintaining the game’s most powerful equipment.)
* have difficulty + gerung 
(e.g. He sometimes has difficulty keeping his temper under control. She had great difficulty finding a job. They have difficulty seeing the wisdom of having each gun registered. Those pupils have difficulty writing can shade the part that corresponds to the writing on their page............have difficulty in + gerund: It would seem that they even have difficulty in maintaining their fleets of vehicles. We have difficulty in managing migratory flows.)
*** you may find yourself struggling with/to
(e.g. with: Even if it's not your first child, you may find yourself struggling with feelings of depression, isolation, and inadequacy just to name a few. At some point in your life, you may find yourself struggling with some form of mental health issue. You may find yourself struggling with the basic demands of daily life. You may find yourself struggling with dead keys, loose keycaps, and sticky buttons…………..to: You can get help from professionals if you find yourself struggling to implement a practical and useful approach to these problems. Did you find yourself struggling to think of accomplishments that you want to highlight?)

have/has been around for - su tu vec godinama, decenijama,... 
(e.g. Android projectors have been around for (quite) some time. Neural networks used for robotics and control applications have been around for a (relatively) long time. The idea of providing services over the Internet has been around for a while………….despite the fact that employment subsidy programmes have been around for years. the automobile technologies that have been around for more than 100 years. Although the concept of 'cool' has been around for hundreds of years in one form or another. It has been around for decades. It has been around for nearly half a century and is continuing to evolve. We researched the recipes for success perfected by companies that have been around for centuries.………...They have been around since the 1930s.)
* exist in the market

have/has nothing to do with - nemati nikakve veze sa necim/nekim
(e.g. Much of the bill has nothing to do with civil rights. This lecture has nothing to do with your grades. He said that he had nothing to do with the decision.)
- suprotno: have/has something to do with - imati neke veze sa
(e.g. I'm not sure what he does exactly - it's something to do with finance. It might have something to do with the way it's made. I can’t always open my e-mails – it has something to do with the type of attachment they come with. This may have something to do with the Archibald Brooks' case. It might have something to do with the leather-tanning process. I'm concerned they may have something to do with our generator problems.)

have something in common - imati nesto zajednicko
(e.g. All of those listed conditions have something in common: They’re a lot easier to treat if they’re caught early. There are other winning lines too but they have one thing in common. I didn’t think Larry and Patricia had anything in common, but they talked all evening. My husband is a good man but we no longer have anything in common. He had very little in common with his sister. These three tribes may seem to have little in common. Photos have a lot in common with video. You have too much in common with your friend.)
* share a common bond
(e.g. All compliant electronic logging devices share a common bond: They can record data coming in from the system that controls the truck’s engine and component parts. These women all lead very different lives, but they share a common bond.)
*** moze i ovako: Both share some unique features. All toilets share the same basic features but when....One-seat and two-seat toilets share many similar features.
* common trait
(e.g. We each share one common trait: a passion for making driving, and life itself, a little more enjoyable. These sectors share a common trait: They export a high portion of output to the United States and import a relatively small share of inputs.............A common trait of those examples is that they are not consumption taxes. The common trait of people who benefit from the three books: humility. This is a common trait of surface water supplies.)
*** While there are certain similarities,

have/has your eye on something - baciti oko na nesto sto zelis da imas   [keep an eye on]
(e.g. She has her eye on that new bike. You may buy that big purchase item you have had (got) your eye(s) on.)

headache
- save (you) a lot/lots of headaches
(e.g. This will save you a lot of headaches. THESE 5 STEPS CAN SAVE YOU A LOT OF HEADACHES BEFORE YOU MOVE IN OKLAHOMA CITY. How this simple advice can save you lots of headaches……...Protecting them from the tag with anti-graffiti paint will save a lot of headaches. By using CSS and becoming W3C compliant, we can probably save a lot of headaches later on.)
*** save you the hassle of
(e.g. Sure, pizza delivery is convenient, and it saves you the hassle of heating up your oven in the summertime. Pay saves you the hassle of writing a check to Excelsior EMC each month. Cookies save you the hassle of repeatedly entering the same data.)
- save yourself a (lot of) headache
(e.g. Save yourself a headache and hire a travel agent who can help you in at least these 10 ways. You can save yourself a lot of headaches by working with an experienced distributor. It takes a lot of time to build a shared vision, but when you do take the time, you're saving yourself a lot of headaches down the road.)
*** save yourself the hassle of  ili avoid the hassle of [without the hassle of]  [bother (with)]
(e.g. Take your pet away with you and save yourself the hassle of finding someone to look after your pet while you are away.……….Avoid the hassle of copying and managing files in content delivery network (CDN) storage. By choosing Infinica, you avoid the hassle of having incompatible Word versions.)
- save you/someone the headache of
(e.g. A locking system can save you the headache of needing to do a repair. Knowing the vulnerabilities of a workstation can save users the headache of reinstalling the operating system.)
- a lot/lots of headaches
(e.g. Even if only one employee in a hundred is falsely labeled illegal, that will cause a lot of headaches. The ATM is currently causing a lot of headaches in the village. He is giving me lots of headaches as he is pushing himself into the team. At the end of the day if we don't brush this out of the budget we're going to be dealing with lots of headaches from accounting.)

head to (= go somewhere) - uputiti se negde.................= head for, head toward - ima isto znacenje

high time - krajnje vreme
(e.g. bilo je krajnje vreme..: It is high time you bought {imenica + past tense} a motion activated sprinkler. It is high time you behaved as a responsible person…….It is high time to consider the problem. It is high time for the western Balkans to turn towards the future, and that future lies in Europe. ……..It is high time that someone gives him the punishment he deserves!)

hold on - pricekati sa necim ili na nesto (= to wait)..........hold on a minute
- while: The manager asked him to hold on while he investigated. The operator asked us to hold on while the number we'd dialed was being checked.
* stop doing something {sa gerundom} e.g. Hold on writing that article.
* put a hold on / put something on hold - to stop something from happening now, although it may happen later; To restrict the ability of something to function or be used fully, properly, or at all, especially as a punishment for something
(e.g. We need to put a hold on this legislation. Some observers suggest that, as a result of this, he'll just put the project on hold until the political climate changes.............gerund: We'll have to put a hold on completing the deal until these legal issues have been resolved................restrict: They said they're putting a hold on my account because of discrepancies with some of my recent transactions. The FBI has put a hold on the suspect's passport so he can't flee the country.)

hold up - (izdrzati, drzati se, podnei nesto = withstand, resist) to remain strong or successful  {ima i druga znacenja}:
(e.g. I hope the repairs hold up until we can get to a garage. These poles hold up the outer part of the tent. That wall holds up the house. Her legs were almost too shaky to hold her up. Mills have iron pillars all over the place holding up the roof.)
* hold up to   {obicno se korisi kad se govori o durability}      [take a beating]
(e.g. Any material you choose for your commercial space will need to hold up to all the activity you throw at it. ABS Plastic Earcups Hold Up to Continued Usage. They are subject to damage if not packed well and will not hold up to heavy usage. See how well a table may hold up to repeated use. This hardness means it holds up well to wear and tear. Thicker ones hold up to damage better than thin ones………..Vinyl tiles are a waterproof option that can hold up to all kinds of spills as well as foot traffic……….How does the leather hold up to water and sweat? Hopefully, you’ll never need your tent to hold up to extreme heat, but it is something to look for.)
*** withstand
(e.g. She is an artist whose work will undoubtedly withstand the test of time………weather: Our products are made in Britain of mild steel coated in black high-density polyethylene to withstand the toughest/bad/harsh weather. Field Shelters Sturdy shelters constructed from top quality softwood timber and treated to withstand the most severe/difficult/rough (weather/outdoor) conditions. withstand harsh environments. The building has to be strong enough to withstand severe winds and storms. This fabric can withstand steam and high/extreme temperatures. Plants that can withstand extremes of temperature. Their capacity to withstand extremes of heat, cold and drought without destruction. withstand the (severity of English) winters. Most wooden dog houses are handcrafted and use the highest quality materials to withstand humidity. fabrics are designed to withstand the elements ………....wear and tear: Rugged enough to withstand hard/normal/regular wear and tear. It must also be robust enough to withstand the wear and tear of the postal system. The new material withstands even the greatest wear and tear. withstand a lot of wear and tear.. can withstand excessive wear and tear.……...use/abuse: withstand (the rigors of) continuous/ repeated/regular/rigorous/frequent/extensive/heavy use. Furniture should be child-sized and sturdy enough to withstand years of energetic use. With care, a natural bristle brush can withstand many years of daily use. The rugged design can withstand a fair bit of abuse. This rugged handset is built to withstand all kinds of abuse. They are built to withstand a great deal of use and abuse.………..ostalo: withstand rugged/rough/a lot of activity. Valve chambers are specially constructed to withstand heavy pressures. withstand the extraneous forces. Tough enough to withstand heavy weights. This laminate is made to withstand a lot of foot traffic. This may be due to individuals ' ability to withstand stress. They dry faster, are crease resistant and can withstand frequent washing. A fabric that will withstand chemicals.)

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(if/when) the need/problem/difficult(y)ies/complication(s)/opportunity(ies)/situation/occasion arises - ako se javi potreba/etc.     [encounter ili run into problems/difficulties]
(e.g. Problems arose over plans to build a new supermarket here. A problem has arisen with my passport. …….They are ready to fight if the need arises. Her powers seem curiously independent of age, and she can call upon extraordinary sources of energy when the need arises……….If any complications arise, let me know and I'll help.........An occasion may arise when you can use your knowledge of French..........An unforeseen difficulty has arisen.)
* arise from/out of + imenica/gerund - Occur as a result of.
(e.g. Did anything interesting arise from the meeting? Motorists are liable for damages arising out of accidents. This is not simply the kind of conflict that arises from wanting to do two things in time adequate for only one of them.)
* lie in sth
(e.g. But in some cases, the problem lies elsewhere. The main problem lies in the economic effects of sudden price fluctuations. Part of the problem lies in balance. But the big problem lies in enforcement. Another problem lies in the character names. The problem lies in the fact that the Commission's report contains no analysis.………....The reason lies in the fact that we are strongly involved in three areas that have experienced a massive slump. The reason lies in how we teach our kids to eat. The reason lies in both mundane scheduling details and more serious concerns about the stars' health. The reason lies in protecting the high price of broadcast & cable advertising rates…………...The secret of success behind their individual services lies in building up and maintaining a personal relationship with their customers over many years. The secret of success lies in the subtle nature of the experience…….The success of our campaign lies in establishing trust among rural voters. Our continued success lies in our commitment to service. [= The key to success/successful] …………Her strength lies in her faith. The strength of the book lies in the fact that the material is from the classroom experience…………..The difficulty lies in knowing what to do next. The difficulty lies in providing sufficient evidence.…………...ostalo: His skill lies in his ability to communicate quite complex ideas very simply. Its power lies in the security and the allocation of access permissions. The play's interest lies in the questions it raises about sexuality.)

(if) money/cost/expense/price is no object - ako novac, trosak nije problem, nije vazno
(e.g. If money is no object, and the most expensive is the best in your world, this eyelash growth serum could be for you. For a millionaire like him, money is no object. When they take a vacation, money is no object. Money should be no object when it comes to the safety of these courageous men and women............Don't worry about how much they cost because expense is no object. If cost were no object we'd buy a new car instead of fixing the old one. Price is no object; if it's wonderful, we'll pay whatever you ask.)
* be no object - it does not need to be considered as a problem, because you have a lot of it; used to say that something is not important or worth worrying about
(e.g. a property where acreage is no object. Distance is no object and suddenly the only point of a pool is to use it to cool off after a strenuous day. If time is no object, I'd like to build the shelves from scratch.)

If sth is your top concern
(e.g. If cost is your top concern, they can serve the purpose of keeping you compliant without breaking the bank. If price is your top concern, it certainly is a good choice. If budget is your top concern, your top option should be the Guide Gear Full Size Truck Tent. If value is your top concern, these are some of our favourite resources to get the most out of your design dollars./money…...…….If safety is your top concern, the extended coverage and MIPS should ease your fears. If security is your top concern, you should...If accuracy is your top concern, then check out Leupold's signature rangefinder. If quality is your top concern then you will probably appreciate our top choice. The company’s recently-released Regulus is a standout if durability is your top concern. If portability is your top concern, then the iPad Pro is the 2-in-1 tablet for you.)
*** If cost is a big concern for you, talk to your dentist about payment options. 

if you're a kind of person (who)........if you're one of those people who {posle toga neki stavljaju glagol za jedninu a neku za mnozinu?}
(e.g. If you're a kind of person who loves saving money and discounts then you're sure to love this. And if you're a kind of person who loses things easily, you can buy a set of clip-on microchips. ....Estimating expenses is not as easy as it may seem especially if you're a kind of person whose expenses change dramatically.)...........(e.g. Hands up if you're one of those people who never wants to go out. If you're one of those people who worry that the English language is going to the dogs, linguists are of no help to you. 6 things you can relate to if you're one of those people who moves a lot. Read This If You’re One Of Those People Who Doesn’t Dig Scars)

if you/he/she/they etc so desire(s) - ako tako zelite
(e.g. You can also choose to unlock it so that you can freely move it if you so desire.)

If you are in the market for something
(e.g. If you are in the market for an affordable, compact juicing machine then the Black & Decker 32 oz. Citrus Juicer may be the product for you. If you're in the market for a new radio, you'll see that the latest models are very different.)

in the first place - used to indicate what was true or what should have been done at the beginning of a situation
(e.g. We should never have gone there in the first place. I didn't care much for the job in the first place. Ideally, we should avoid gaffes in the first place. I don't think we should have been there in the first place. These chairs look good in the first place......In the first place, hardware occupations are more likely to have professional engineering.)
* accompanied by in the second place         (= kao prvo...a kao drugo....)
(e.g. I'm not going to tell you because, in the first place, it's none of your business, and in the second place, you would tell everyone else. I'm not joining the health club because, in the first place, I don't like their hours, and in the second place, I can't afford the dues……..In the first place you are not old and in the second place you are a very attractive man. )


inspire confidence - uliva poverenje; make people feel confident because they trust your ability
(e.g. The salesman's disheveled appearance did not inspire confidence in his product. His driving hardly inspires confidence. The hospital’s record does not inspire confidence. )
* to inspire confidence in sb
(e.g. 25 Phrases To Inspire Confidence In Your Child. To inspire confidence in other people to command respect and loyalty, ...)

interfere with - ometati: Camb.dict: to prevent something from working effectively or from developing successfully
(e.g. Even a low level of noise interferes with my concentration. Mum says I can get a job if it doesn’t interfere with my homework. The defective gene interferes with normal body processes.)

in a blink of an eye - za tren oka...........= in a jiffy https://idioms.thefreedictionary.com/in+a+jiffy

in a couple of minutes/hours/days/weeks

in a matter of seconds (in a few seconds) - року од неколико секунди

in a short amount/period of time, over a (relatively, very) short period of time (= in a while, in no time)        [over a long period of time, over an extended period of time, in the short run]
(e.g. This machine can also be used to lose weight in a short amount of time……. I am confident that I can qualify as an accountant in a short period of time. There were three homicides in a very short period of time. Displaying an impressive variety of cichlids that diverged over a relatively short period of time.)

in a timely manner (+timely, promptly) - blagovremeno

in case of = in the event of - u slucaju………….in case = if
- in (the) case of…..in event of
(e.g. In case of bad weather, the wedding will be held indoors. In case of breakdown, please press the alarm button and call this number…...Duty teacher always knows where the key is in case of emergency/ies. It comes into play in cases of adultery, where it can increase the penalty……..………..In the event of an actual emergency, you will be told what to do. In the event of rain, the race will be canceled. Below it was a notice giving the fire drill in the event of an emergency. I had worked out a vague plan of escape in the event of a fire…...In the event that the performance is canceled, you can get your money back. In the event that any part of the deal may be blocked, the rest would go ahead.)
- in case = if
(e.g. In case you were wondering, I’m here to see your brother, not you. In case we are surprised, keep by me………..John carries a gun in case he is attacked. Let’s take our swimming costumes in case there’s a pool at the hotel. I’ll take cash in case we need it on the ferry.)
* just in case - za (svaki) slucaj    {kad je na kraju recenice ne mora zarez}
(e.g. I guess we've already talked about this but I'll ask you again just in case. I’ll take my umbrella too, just in case………... I brought some snacks for us, just in case we get stuck in traffic. Be sure to set two alarms, just in case the first one doesn't go off. I’ll make some sandwiches, just in case we get hungry later on.)

in charge of + imenica/gerund - zaduzen za (= responsible for)

in comfort = comfortably ................in style - sa stilom…………..in safety (and security)
(e.g. There is enough room for four people to travel in comfort………..This is sure to attract many people who want to ride in style………….Write in comfort and style. The new pop-up privacy enclosure and redesigned console make sure that you can do that in comfort and style…………...These people have a right to roads that are built to the highest standard possible and they have a right to travel in comfort and safety. We affirm the right of all civilians to live in safety and security.)
* with confidence
(e.g. Cosmetic dentistry lets you display the warm side of your personality by allowing you to smile with confidence. Eat, speak and smile with confidence.)
* with interest {moze i drugo da znaci kao interesna rata isplate}………...in the interest(s) of 
(e.g. She looked about her with interest. I looked at myself with interest. Other passengers were watching with interest. Max explored the mini-bar with interest. I've read them all with interest.…….…….A call for all businessmen to work together in the interests of national stability. It would be in the interest of you to have your lawyer review the contract before you sign it. In the interest of fairness, we decided to get everyone's opinion before making a decision.)

in/from the comfort of your (own) home
(e.g. We like to watch movies in the comfort of our own home. Pampering spa treatment in the comfort of your own home. Buy tickets in the comfort of your home. .................10 Ways to Make Money from the Comfort of Your Own Home. 20 Jobs That You Can Do From The Comfort Of Your Home. Learn from the comfort of your home. You can shop from the comfort of your home and contribute to Frontline Missions.)
* 5 Exercises You Can Do From The Comfort Of Your Chair. Spacewalking from the comfort of your armchair. Now you can watch the latest films in the comfort of your own room.

in dire need of - preko potreban;    dire - very serious or extreme: e.g. dire warning, dire consequences, dire impact, dire situations, dire poverty
(e.g. These people are in dire need of help. Bilingualism is in dire need of formal models. The family is in dire need of money. in dire need of assistance. )
* in urgent need of, in desperate need of

in line with sth                 
Ima dva znacenja:
- similar to; in agreement with, in accordance with smb/sth: 
(e.g. The company's results are in line with stock market expectations. The results were in line with expectations. The costs were very much in line with what we expected. We're seeking a pay rise that's in line with inflation. Her views on education are quite out of line with the official view. The changes being made are in line with the new policy. Doing this will give you a sense of whether your budget is in line with your competition. My thinking is in line with yours. The red one is more in line with what I had in mind.)
* line up 
- to form or get into a line in the same orientation as something else.
(e.g. The books are lined up on a shelf above the desk. All children must line up when the whistle goes.  The senior leaders lined up behind him in orderly rows. The gym teachers lined us up against the cement walls.……………..with: Make sure the holes on either side of the toilet line up with the pivot mounts. Make sure each tile you lay lines up perfectly with the others. We want the north side of the football field to line up with the south side of the high school. …...line sth up with: You have to line the car up with the ones beside you. Line the book up with the other ones by the same author.)
- To be in agreement or accordance with something
(e.g. Her testimony lines up with the defendant's alibi. Tom's estimates line up perfectly with my own calculations.)

in miniature, in small - u malom

in no particular order - bez narocitog reda

in question 
1) the person or thing in question is the one that you are talking about (= o kome je rec)
(e.g. The painting in question is by Rembrandt. The player in question is Mark Williams.)
2) in a state of doubt or uncertainty
(e.g. His suitability for the job is in question. The results of the study are in question. Are you saying that the validity of the test is in question?)

in sync (with) - Camb. dic.: If two things are in/out of sync, they reach the same or related stage at the same time/at different times.
- to be + in sync: 
(e.g. The quarterback was in sync with his receivers. His ideas are in sync with a nation demanding change……..The President is not in sync with the concerns of the people. The soundtrack is not quite in sync with the picture.)
* She moved in sync with her partner. The two mechanisms have to work in sync.........Try to get in sync with whatever your kids are already doing. Keep in sync with your body's natural sleep-wake cycle.)
*** Moze i ovako:
synchronized with (e.g. They synchronized their trip with the annual tulip festival. Finding out if your password is synchronized with other IDs. It is fully synchronized with an Android-based tablet.).............in synchronization (e.g. Costumed singers performed in front, often in synchronization with the images. Jack and Meg were in perfect synchronization.).........synchronization between (e.g. The operations required a high degree of synchronization between the parties.)..........synchronization with (e.g. The senior will perform a remote synchronization with the firm's server. The light flashes of fireflies tend to synchronize with one another.)
- out of sync
(e.g. They seemed somewhat out of sync with the rest of his getup. My watch and your watch are out of sync. She was out of sync with the other dancers.)
*** sth works in tandem with sth……...work together with……...work in combination with……..work in conjunction with……….work in unison
(e.g. A lid-integrated UV light works in tandem with a zirconium photocatalystic glaze to further break down dirt and grime……….. The Commission and the Council to work together with the Indian government to improve the situation of those groups…………..Liko has developed several types of unique curtain systems that work in combination with overhead lift systems…………..These viewprims work in conjunction with the orthogonal viewprims to define an oblique viewing direction………….The two organizations, PROSTEP AG and ProSTEP iViP Association, work in unison to solve the integration problems faced by the manufacturing industry.)

in the same vein (with), in a similar vein (with) - na isti ili slican nacin
(e.g. Leeds had dominated the game throughout the first half, and the second half began in a similar vein with another goal after only five minutes. In the same vein, he places a premium on individual self-expression in his later works. Her second novel is a thriller, very much in the same vein as the first.)

- in the long run - na duze staze
(e.g. It seems a lot of effort but I'm sure it's the best solution in the long run. It may be our best option in the long run. All our hard work will be worth it in the long run..……...oko para: It will pay off in the long run. While the company was initially criticized for their new marketing strategy, it seems to have paid off for them in the long run. I know it's a lot of money to spend on a mattress, but trust me, it will be worth it in the long run. Buying your own house is a big expense at first but in the long run, it’s cheaper than paying rent. Sometimes expensive drugs or other treatments can be economical in the long run. What's a good way to save money in the long run? 20 products that will save you money in the long run.)

- in the short run - at a time that is near in the future:      [in a short period of time]
(e.g. It's not a long-term solution, but it will save money in the short run. This may save money in the short run, but it will eventually cost you more. These changes may improve profits in the short run, but they are going to cost us money in the long run. It won't make any difference in the short run............In the short run, Garmin will likely be more expensive.)

in (the) coming years, in the years to come - u narednim godinama (isto vazi za days, weeks, months)

Indulge  (= enjoy; prepustiti se nekom uzivanju) - to allow yourself or another person to have something enjoyable       {1)=2)}                         
1) indulge in + imenica/gerund
(e.g. If this kind of cricket brings interest to the people, cricketers will be happy to indulge in it. We took a deliberate decision to indulge in a little nostalgia. When we allow the mind to indulge in such attractions, we lose our concentration. We indulged in a cream tea. I indulge in chocolate.......You can expect to clearly indulge in working with us. I invite you to indulge in making your own list.)
2) indulge passion/desire/craving/taste/interest/etc. for + imenica/gerund
(e.g. He indulged his passion for skiing whenever he could. He returned to Britain so that he could indulge his passion for football.....to indulge a desire for new clothes. to indulge a craving for sweets)
3) indulge- prepustiti se sebi i svojim hirovima ili nekome do mile volje
(e.g. I love champagne but I don't often indulge myself. You can indulge yourself without spending a fortune. At Christmas, he liked to indulge himself. He did not agree with indulging children.)

it goes without saying (that) - podrazumeva se, nepotrebno je reci...This goes without saying.
[= needless to say]

it (has) emerged that - ispostavilo se da; to become known, especially as a result of examining something:        [it turned out that; It turns out (that)]
(e.g. It has emerged that secret talks had been going on between the two companies before the takeover was announced. It emerged that she had lied to her employers. It emerged that the PM and the Chancellor are still at loggerheads.  It emerged that he had saved a child by donating his kidney.)

it pays to - isplati se da          [it's worth it, pay off] 
(e.g. It pays to study your notes after every class. In my experience, it pays to have a seasoned legal expert look over every deal you're making before you sign the paperwork.)

it is common knowledge that - poznato je da 
(e.g. It is common knowledge that eyewitness testimony can be highly unreliable.)
* It is a known fact that
(e.g. It is a known fact that human resources are a business’ most important asset.)

it is not uncommon
(e.g. that: It is not uncommon that a customer arrives with a small van. It is not uncommon that employees and customers perceive communication via e-mail............to: It is not uncommon to purchase equipment from different suppliers. For example, it is not uncommon to find a number of "key" controls in a payroll process...............for sth/smo to: Furthermore, it is not uncommon for insurance companies to also carry out bank activities. Here in the Leithaberg region, it is not uncommon for the grapes to still be ripening on the vines.)
- it is not unusual
(e.g. It is not unusual that computer software can have hidden defects. Where there are ministries for development, it is not unusual to link their expenditure authority to the ODA classification. It is not unusual for a special personal relationship to develop between the families and their specialist doctor.)

It's estimated that 
(e.g. It's estimated that 65% of these chemicals find their way into our lakes and rivers)
- By some estimates,
(e.g. By some estimates, dirty window glass cuts daylight by 20%.)
- According to some estimates,
(e.g. According to some estimates, these can reach levels of up to 20% of the investment value annually……...The number of monthly casualties totals around 500 killed and more than 1,200 injured according to some estimates.)

it’s hard to / can’t go wrong with - tesko je pogresiti sa

it's no big deal - to not be a serious problem; not important;  it’s not anything to worry about
(e.g. We'll have to pay a little more - it's no big deal. I’d like to work out today, but if I can’t it’s no big deal. It's no big deal if you want me to drive you to the airport tomorrow………...It's no big deal to have missed a film that will be released in a week. It's not a big deal to have ADHD, but it is important to get the help you need……….This should be no big deal for you. It's no big deal for me to sleep in the car tonight.)
- not a big deal
(e.g. That's not a big deal. It's not a big deal. An audit is not a big deal as long as you filled out the application forms correctly. Ruedi has to bog the OKA in the soft sand, which is not a big deal with this heavy weight truck. Most of us cannot pass on the car, but it's not a big deal to save fuel, emissions and of course some money.)
* no-brainer - something that requires or involves little or no mental effort; something such as a decision that is very easy or obvious:
(e.g. Yeah, this is a no-brainer, which is why it’s last on this list. Taking that job over the one I had was a no-brainer. Switching to it seemed like a no-brainer. That's a no-brainer. The decision was a complete no-brainer..........It seems like a no-brainer to improve standards. Seems like a no-brainer to me. It will be an absolute no-brainer to them to do so via a Lisa.)
* it’s not rocket science
(e.g. Even if you are completely new to vaping cannabis, it’s not rocket science.)

It should be noted/indicated/pointed out that…...It is important to note/indicate/point out that
primeri:

it shouldn't/doesn't come as a surprise that; come as no surprise that, should come as no surprise that; it’s no surprise that        
- it’s no surprise (that):             [=it’s little/no/small wonder that]
(e.g. The SKS is an incredibly popular rifle, so it’s no surprise the weapon receives an extreme amount of aftermarket support. It's no surprise that Jennifer senior is insightful, provocative magazine cover story.)
* catch/take someone by surprise - iznenaditi nekog      [catch someone off guard]
(e.g.  Don't let hidden bank fees catch you by surprise. Runs very quiet, which might catch some by surprise due to its industrial looks.)  
*** don't be surprised if/to/that/when
*** (it’s) little/no/small wonder (that) - used for showing that you are not surprised by a particular situation or event
* no wonder because (e.g. This is no wonder because it is only seven miles away from Split.)

it/that remains to be seen.... it/that remained to be seen - ostaje da se vidi
*** Time will tell

J

jack of all trades - sveznalica.........moze i spojeno  jack-of-all-trades (malo j)
- Jack of all trades, master of none........ ili spojeno jack-of-all-trades, master of none
*** master of all trades, expert of none

just about (= almost, nearly) - skoro
- any, anything, anybody, anyone, every, everything, everybody, everyone
- imenica, pridev, glagol u gerundu/past tensu (e.g. finished, done)
- enough to + glagol u infinitivu, enough time to + glagol u infinitivu
- the worst/first/only etc

just because u sredini recenice………..Just because...doesn't mean.............simply because - jednostavno zato sto
(e.g. Just because an insurer offers many discounts doesn’t mean it offers the lowest overall price. Just because I'm lending you my dress for tonight doesn't mean you can borrow it whenever you want to. Just because your friends do it, that doesn't mean that you should do it, too. …………Don't get nervous just because the teacher might ask you a question. …………...simply because: The reason we didn’t come was simply because of the rain. This is simply because the smuggling networks prefer to deal with their own.)

K

to be + kind of like - pomalo kao, nekako kao
(e.g. When you fall in love, it’s kind of like you go crazy. Being from Utah is kind of like being from the south. The song is kind of like the foundation.)

keep an eye on someone/something - drzati na oku

keep/have an open mind - to wait until you know all the facts before forming an opinion or making a judgment:
(e.g. We should keep an open mind until all of the evidence is available. To maximize the value of your budget, it’s important to keep an open mind and seek out new opportunities as they emerge. I know you think that Morton is a dullard, but try to keep an open mind—once you get to know him better, you'll find that he's really quite funny...............I told the committee that I had an open mind on the matter. If you're not going to have an open mind about this, I don't see how we're going to have a productive discussion about it.)

keep (someone) in the loop - To keep someone informed about and/or involved in something, such as a plan or project; To keep someone informed of any major decisions
(e.g. We've hired a new intern to help you with data entry, so be sure to keep her in the loop about the project. You can take charge of the project, just keep me in the loop.)

keep away from
- keep someone/something away from someone/something - drzati nesto na distanci ili avoid
(e.g. A real mother would never keep her children away from father. You can’t keep the kids away from the computer. I will try to keep the smokers away from you. Try to keep the dog away from the roast. Keep your cat away from my dog! Кeep ladders and decorations away from overhead power lines. Learn how to keep moisture and humidity away from your basement floor during a basement floor remodel.)
- keep away from someone/something
(e.g. You should keep away from fried foods. The doctor said I should keep away from alcohol.)

keep something/someone at a distance
(e.g. Jay had always tended to keep his girlfriends at a distance. Please try to keep Tom at a distance. I wanted to keep the smelly plant at a distance. The first step of understanding about own wisdom is to keep oneself always at a safe distance from women.)
- keep your distance - to avoid going near someone or something,...........or to avoid getting too friendly with people:
(e.g. She walked up the path, keeping her distance from the dogs. A lighthouse on the cliff warns ships to keep their distance...............drugi slucaj: The new boss was coldly professional, and kept his distance. I've tried being friendly but she keeps her distance. The neighbours tend to keep their distance.)
* stay a certain distance away from
(e.g. TIL children had to stay a certain distance away from Kings in early England. A restraining requires a perpetrator of domestic violence to stay a certain distance away from the victim.)

keep someone/sebe/something out of someone/something 
- to prevent yourself or someone else from involvement in something [stay out of]; prevent smo/sth from influencing
(e.g. Carolyn keeps out of the public eye. I prefer to keep out of arguments about money. You keep out of this. It’s none of your concern. Don’t use credit cards and you’ll keep out of debt. …..You should keep your personal life out of your work.)
- to prevent smo/sth from entering a place: 
(e.g. How to Keep Bed Bugs Out of Your House? 7 Tips for Keeping Pests Out of Rental Property…....Cars should be kept out of the city centre.)
*** moze i ovako - prevent sth/smo from getting into/enteringinvading
(e.g. How to Prevent Bed Bugs from Getting into Your Home? Harmful energy is prevented from getting into the Earth.………….4 Ways to Prevent Mice from Entering Your Home. Cloned animals are prevented from entering the food chain…………..Prevent bed bugs from invading your home.)
*** keep sth free of
(e.g. How to Keep Your Home Free of Rodents? Keep your garden free of pests. Keep your computer free of malware. How to Keep Your Pool Free of Leaves. 3D printed teeth to keep your mouth free of bacteria. ..............8 Tips to Keep Your Desk Clutter-Free. How to Keep Your Yard and Garden Pest-Free Without Harsh Chemicals. How to Keep Your Office Germ-Free.)

keep sth out of (the) reach (of smo/children) - At a distance at which someone or something cannot be touched or grasped.
(e.g. Keep chemicals out of the reach of children. Be sure to keep the medication behind a locked door that is out of reach of any children............. Place the cookies out of reach, or the children will eat them all. Keep sharp objects out of reach, as well as items that could be swallowed.)
* within reach (of) - close enough to be touched or picked up….close enough to be achieved 
(e.g. He kept a dictionary within reach. Victory was within reach. Molly is on bed rest, so be sure to leave anything she’ll need within her reach. My goals are almost within my reach, so I know I'll succeed...............of: The beach is within easy reach of the hotel. But you will need a power outlet around the toilet within reach of the power cord.)
*** moze i ovako: e.g. Spy toys should be kept away from children.

keep from + gerund/imenica {potpuno isto znacenje kao prevent from}
(e.g. They are designed to keep water from entering into the material and getting to your feet. These worries kept her from sleeping properly. The troops withheld fire to keep the situation from escalating.)

keep someone/something safe/secure from (= protect from)     [stay safe from: e.g. stay safe from hurricanes]         
(e.g. keep home safe from burglars, keep your computer safe from hackers, Keep Your Items Safe From Theft or Misplacement)
* keep you free of            [keep someone/sebe/something out of someone/something]
(e.g. Our number one goal is to keep you free of disease and pain. You should use special care to keep free of obstructions the ventilation openings. Do not use with any opening blocked, keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce airflow.)

keep track (of) - pratiti  
(e.g. My sister has had so many different jobs, it's hard for me to keep track. There's so much going on that it's hard to keep track………..of: Keep track of your medical treatments and costs. I watch the news to keep track of current events. We need a system to keep track of all our expenses. It's her job to keep track of how the money is spent. Do you keep track of what you read?)
- track - to follow a person or animal by looking for proof that they have been somewhere, or by using electronic equipment............to record the progress or development of something over a period:
(e.g. The military use radar satellites to track targets through clouds and at night. We spent the day tracking deer in the forest…………..Radar equipment tracked the progress of the ships. The study tracked the careers of 1,226 doctors who trained at the Medical School.)
* lose track (of)
(e.g. What he was saying was so complicated that I lost track after the first couple of sentences. Can you remember what number we were working on? I've lost track.............of: I've lost track of the number of times he's asked me to lend him money. I've lost track of what she’s doing now. I just lost all track of time.)

keep up - continue
(e.g. Keep up the good work.)
- keep up with sb/sth - odrzati korak sa
(e.g. By studying hard she managed to keep up. He started to walk faster and the children had to run to keep up.................Wages are failing to keep up with inflation. The other runners struggled to keep up with the leader. I find it hard to keep up with the news. We always try to keep up with our competitors. He talks so fast, I can't keep up with what he's saying. We try to keep up with what’s happening.)

key to
- sth + is the key to + success/sth……….The key to + sth/success + is + sth
(e.g. Hard work is the key to success. Investment in higher education is the key to our future. Clark, who is a former champion, said consistency was the key to their victory……...The key to happiness is self-acceptance and the expression of love. The key to success is to look carefully at what went wrong.)
* The key to successful + sth + is to + infinitiv        [= The secret of success lies in]
The key to successful flooring installations is to ensure that the basement is dry. The key to successful pricing is to match the product with the consumer's perception of value.)
* gerund:
(I was always of the opinion that the key to empowering women was to provide them with choice. The key to getting into shape without injury is consistency. The key to making money is to stay invested.)
- The key is to (= The goal is to, The idea is to………..it is imperative to, it is important to, of high importance, it is critical/crucial)
(e.g. The key is to match the person to the job and vice versa. When exfoliating, the key is to remove the dead skin cells but leave healthy ones intact.
*** imperative
(e.g. A properly functioning firearm is imperative...........Since body and soul of humans are one, it is imperative that the motions... ........It is imperative to secure prosperity.)
*** goal
(e.g. The goal is to have a fully electronic awarding process in place. The goal is to optimize production costs.).................with the goal/aim of + gerund
*** The idea is to…………..The idea behind sth is to
(e.g. The idea is to glide floating across the surface. The idea is to establish a school which provides a framework for reflection…………..behind: The idea behind the exhibition is to provide a fascinating journey through the world of the newspaper. The idea behind the ALM portfolio is to ensure that the assets.)
*** it is of the great/utmost/crucial/vital/high importance to + infinitiv           [of the utmost/crucial/high importance]

know your/one's stuff - zna svoj poso
(e.g. If you have any questions, John really knows his stuff. I think Nicole is our best candidate for the job—she really knows her stuff when it comes to corporate accounting. I know my stuff. I can do my job. It went really well and it showed me that Desiree and Kyome really know their stuff.)
* someone knows/understand/learn/etc. the ins and outs of something - the details or facts relating to something:
(e.g. She knows the ins and outs of the law. I'm not surprised he made such a stupid mistake—he doesn’t know the ins and outs of this business. She had been at the store for five years and knew all the ins and outs. I don’t really know all the ins and outs of the matter. Jane knows the ins and outs of repairing computers...…………...I know how to use computers, but I don't really understand the ins and outs of how they work. I don't understand the ins and outs of politics…………...I'm still learning all the ins and outs of American politics.) 

L

Last but not least,
{kad se nabraja nesto.......na pocetku recenice}
(e.g. Last but not least, here is a combination package that includes all of the materials needed to set up a heavy duty ventilation system in your grow room. Last but not least, you should not miss the brief but intriguing glimpse into Czech culture.)
* e.g. The last, but certainly not least effective gun cleaning kit on our list is the Real Avid Premium.)

learning curve
(e.g. Both he and the crew are on a steep learning curve. It's a steep learning curve when you're thrown into a job. There is a learning curve in the process of seeking employment. There is a learning curve when it comes to drinking and talking, but you will not be impeded for more than a day. There has been a learning curve for the company in discovering what works and what doesn't. I'm still only half way up the learning curve. I'm on a steep learning curve in this new job. The employee owners of the new mutuals will face a steep learning curve. Other devices have more buttons and a steeper learning curve.)

leave a lot/much to be desired - to be of a very low quality or standard; to be not as good as it should be.; to be much worse than you would like:           [room for improvement]
(e.g. But the hardware, driver process, and support leave a lot to be desired. Apparently, Meg's cooking leaves a lot to be desired. I feel the quality of some of our policemen leaves a lot to be desired. The selection of programmes leaves a lot to be desired.............Food seems to have been available, even if the quality left much to be desired.)
*** put a damper on something - to make something less enjoyable; to have an effect on it which stops it being as enjoyable or as successful as it should be.:
(e.g. The bad weather put a damper on this year's New Year celebrations. The cold weather put a damper on our plans. The bad news put a damper on the party. That would put a damper on the future growth of U.S. steel exports.)

leave behind something/someone - to go away and not take something or someone with you:
(e.g. A gas grill doesn't create much smoke, so there’s little soot left behind.  When people flee a country at the outbreak of war, they do not leave their valuables behind. He left behind a wife and six-year-old twin boys. I think I might have left my wallet behind. It’s time to leave the past behind.)

leave over - left over (from) - preostati
(e.g. So much income is devoted to monthly mortgage payments that nothing is left over. When everyone took a partner there was one person left over. After we’ve paid the bills, there’s never much left over............They ate some bread rolls left over from the night before. There was some ham left over from lunch. These attitudes are left over from the war.)
* leftover - imenica i pridev  {obicno se misli na ostatke od hrane}: https://dictionary.cambridge.org/dictionary/english/leftover
- left untouched………...left untreated…………. left unattended
(e.g. Those areas will not be left untouched. The automotive industry has been left untouched by climate policy for a long time. Nobody will be completely left untouched by this crisis. .................This is a condition which, if left untreated, can actually cause much more serious health conditions to develop. Periodontal processes caused by an infection often result in loosening and ultimately loss of the affected teeth if left untreated. Even diarrhea can be dangerous when left untreated. Infections of the cochlea may become permanent when left untreated……………..They can cause permanent damage to building materials and automobiles if left unattended. (bez nadzora))
*** go unanswered/unnoticed/unrewarded etc
(e.g. They are able to come and go quietly and can go unnoticed for years. He hoped that his nervousness would go unnoticed...................All my letters went unanswered.)

leave (something) to chance - prepustiti slucaju
(e.g. Do not leave your future to chance. Don't leave anything to chance. They planned for every possibility and left nothing to chance. There is nothing more foolish than leaving things to chance in business. That's not the kind of thing you want to leave to chance. You could just pick a few different investments and leave the whole process to chance, or you could let our firm plan your investments meticulously in order to maximize your return.)

live up to sth (expectations) - ispuniti ocekivanja: be as good as what was expected or promised; to achieve what is expected:          [meet..……….satisfy ……….fulfill]
- expectations:
(e.g. The concert was brilliant - it lived up to all our expectations. Did the holiday live up to your expectations? We expected a lot of her, and her performance lived up to our expectations.)
- za druge stvari sem ocekivanja    [meet..……….satisfy ……….fulfill]
(e.g. The bank is insolvent and will not be able to live up to its obligations. Are you living up to your potential? And they are justly criticized for failure to live up to the higher standards of behavior expected of role models.)
* exceed someone’s expectations - nadmasiti ocekivanja
(e.g. 7 Ways To Exceed Customer Expectations. This year’s sales have exceeded all expectations. Phonak Virto Q has unique and proven technologies that will exceed your expectations.)

Let’s face it, - something that you say before you say something that is unpleasant but true
(e.g. Let's face it, we both know why I stopped working there. Let's face it, we're not going to win. Let’s face it, I’m never going to be a great artist. She was always attracted to younger men. …...But, let's face it, who is not?.......And let’s face it — neglected feet and unkempt toes are not a pretty sight. )

let alone - a kamo li da   {uvek ude zarez pa let alona pa imenica/glagol u infinitivu}
(e.g. They can't afford a meal out, let alone a holiday. I can't afford wine, let alone champagne. He was incapable of leading a bowling team, let alone a country. I don't want to share the same room with her and the hounds, let alone a mortgage.............glagol: It is incredible that the 12-year-old managed to even reach the pedals, let alone drive the car. At the time he had no idea how to start a business, let alone find the financial backing to realize his dream. After a long search, he came to the conclusion that he cannot afford to rent a home in Epsom, let alone buy one.)

and the list goes on (and on)
(e.g.  The list could go on and on. We help them to call home, mail their letters, listen to their problems, advocate for them, and the list goes on and on. If you think my list is long now, my list goes on.)

Long time no hear! (from you), Long time no see. - Dugo se nismo culi/videli

look no further (than)........... should/need look no further 
(e.g Climber's who want one harness that can do it all, and don't mind paying a premium for it, should look no further. Anyone in search of a new job need look no further than our careers website. You need look no further than last weekend for examples …….....Want a quiet country retreat for your weekend break? Then look no further! Often they decide they like the idea of running one particular business and they look no further. For evidence, look no further than the campaign trail. If the sheer quantity of information about 1992 is clouding your vision, look no further for the silver lining. Are you searching for a large, padded and extremely functional range bag for your handgun? Look no further, you’ve just found it.)

look after sb/sth - to take care of or be in charge of someone or something:   (= look out for)
(e.g. sb: It’s hard work looking after three children all day. We look after the neighbours' cat while they're away.........sth: If you look after your clothes they last a lot longer. Who’s looking after the department while you’re away?)

look out for
- someone:  to take care of someone and make sure that they are treated well; To watch over someone to ensure their wellbeing
(e.g. You need to look out for your little sister on this trip. I’m the oldest, and I always look out for my younger sisters. Mary was assigned to look out for the youngsters on the playground……...It turns out he was just looking out for himself. I can look out for myself.)
- something: To be aware of one's surroundings in order to look for or be aware of something
(e.g. Look out for slippery rocks on that trail. I always look out for deals when I'm shopping.  Look out for broken glass on the floor. In buying a home, there are many potential problems (that) you should look out for.)
*** watch for - to pay attention so that you notice it, either because you do not want to miss it or because you want to avoid it
(e.g. Watch for slippery rocks on that trail—I've fallen there several times. He called out to them to watch out for the unexploded mine...............She watches for her school bus from inside her house. I always watch for deals when I'm shopping.)
* look out for someone/something - to look carefully at people or things around you in order to try to find a particular person or thing
(e.g. We were told to look out for a blue van. He’s looking out for a nice apartment downtown.)

looking to do something - planning to do something
(e.g. We’re looking to buy a new car early next year. We’re looking to expand the business.  I'm looking to get a new job. The company is looking to increase its sales in Europe during the next two years.)

lose weight
(e.g. If you want to lose weight you should start by avoiding sugar and starch. So, you'd like to lose weight quickly? These safe diet tips will tell you how to lose weight at a healthy pace. How to Lose Weight Fast. How to lose weight fast in 2 weeks. 8 Ways to Lose Weight Without Dieting. 11 Proven Ways to Lose Weight Without Diet or Exercise. How to lose weight without exercise? How to lose weight naturally?)
* lose n pounds
(e.g. Easy Ways to Lose 10 Pounds Without Exercise. How to lose 5 pounds in 2 days? Here are the 7 steps you should follow in order to lose 10 pounds in a week. How do I lose 1 pound a day?)
- weight loss
(e.g. A product is mainly designed to improve overall metabolism and help with weight loss. Doing this can lead to more weight loss than you ever imagined. Using dietary fiber can help in reducing appetite and increase the feeling of satiety in consumers leading to weight loss. This leads to weight loss. What you eat is important for weight loss, but it's so much more than that. Does Metamucil Work for Weight Loss?..............weight loss effects, weight loss supplement, weight loss tips, weight loss (diet) plan, weight loss diet, weight loss foods)
- shed weight/pounds
(e.g. Did you know it may actually help you shed pounds? This helps in shedding those extra pounds. You need to shed a few pounds. A quick way to shed unwanted pounds..........The Best Diet to Shed Weight for Summer. The 5-Minute Workout That Will Shed Weight Fast. How to shed weight for the long term?)
- slim down          (ima i druga znacenja)
(e.g. He's really slimmed down over the last few months. He’s slimmed down since he had his heart attack………...Regular exercise has helped him slim down considerably. 8 Fat Releasing Habits to Help You Slim Down)
- burn fat
(e.g. The 14 Best Ways to Burn Fat Fast. Try these simple, expert-approved tricks that boost metabolism and burn fat. What's the best way to burn fat?.......... Implement these 9 fat-burning tips that use exercise and diet and watch the body fat melt like the butter you're no longer using. Turning Your Body Into a Fat-Burning Machine)
- burn calories
(e.g. You can burn more calories throughout the day with these easy, effortless tricks. Here are eight possible ways to burn more calories and fight fat. Aerobic exercise is the most efficient way to burn calories. Do you know how many calories you burn each day?)
Suprotno
- gain weight…..weight gain
(e.g. How to Gain Weight Fast and Safely. How can I gain weight in a week? My friend is gaining weight.............What diseases cause rapid weight gain? What causes rapid weight gain in females?)
- put on weight
(e.g. I'm lucky really as I never put on weight. I think I am putting on a little weight. I had better go on a diet. He has put on a lot of weight since last year.)
- get/gain fat
(e.g. Here are 12 filling foods you can eat a lot of without getting fat. 21 Effective Ways To Easily Get Fat. How can I eat a lot and not get fat? How can I get fat quickly?..........20 Little Things That Make You Gain Fat. How to Gain Fat: 15 Steps. Not only is stress a great way to gain fat, but it's also a great way to maintain body fat levels.)

- Luckily (= fortunately)
(e.g. Luckily, we both love football. Luckily we get on pretty well so it makes life easy.............But luckily this reflects well on me and strengthens my role as a mother and a grandmother. But luckily we came back.)
- Lucky for you/me/her/him/them, - srecom po tebe
(e.g. Lucky for you, the train was delayed. Lucky for you, everyone else is late too…...Luckily for me, he spoke very good English.)
- Luckily enough
(e.g. Luckily enough, this twist and step exercise machine has great customer comments. Luckily enough it was when they were watching. Luckily enough we got one……Strawley had lost power in his house but, luckily enough, hadn't flooded. Because there was no village in the vicinity, and luckily enough nobody had seen me, I could look around for the best starting point.)
* lucky/unfortunate enough to do something
(e.g. They were unlucky enough to be caught in the storm. Alan was lucky enough to discover a scorpion in the fruit bowl.)
*** The good news is that
(e.g. The good news is that this state of affairs is not being meekly accepted. The good news is that studies in animals demonstrated several agents with potentially beneficial effects.)

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