life
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Come full circle
To return to a previous state, situation, or idea after a period of change or development.
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Fork in the road
A point in life or a situation where a difficult choice must be made between two or more alternative paths or options.
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From rags to riches
This idiom describes a person's journey from extreme poverty and hardship to great wealth and success.
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Go with the flow
To adapt to circumstances and accept what is happening rather than trying to resist or control it.
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When it rains it pours
When one misfortune occurs, it is often quickly followed by many more.
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Turn the page
To move on from a past situation or experience and begin a new phase.
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To make the best of a bad situation
To adapt to an unfortunate circumstance and find the most positive or beneficial outcome possible.
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Wake up and smell the coffee
To become aware of and accept the reality of a situation, especially one that is unpleasant or requires immediate attention.
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going with the flow
To adapt flexibly to circumstances and accept events as they unfold rather than trying to control them.
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A fresh sheet
A new beginning or opportunity, free from past problems or mistakes.
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When one door closes, another opens
Even if one opportunity ends, new ones will always appear.
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There's good in every bad
This phrase suggests that even within negative or unfortunate situations, there is always some positive aspect, lesson, or opportunity to be discovered.
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It's an ill wind that blows nobody any good
Even negative or unfortunate events often bring some benefit to someone.
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A string of misfortunes
A series of unfortunate events or bad luck that happen one after another.
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A catalogue of disasters
This phrase refers to a long and often depressing list or series of unfortunate events, failures, or serious problems.
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A miserable existence
A life characterized by profound unhappiness, hardship, and suffering.
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A bed of roses
A bed of roses refers to a comfortable, easy, or luxurious situation that is free from difficulties or problems.
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Here today, gone tomorrow
This phrase describes something that is temporary, transient, or likely to disappear quickly and unexpectedly.
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Gotta do what you gotta do
This expression acknowledges that sometimes unpleasant or difficult actions are unavoidable and must be undertaken due to circumstances.
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Making the best of a bad situation
To improve a difficult or unpleasant circumstance as much as possible by focusing on positive aspects or finding advantageous solutions.
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A turning point
A significant moment or event that causes a crucial change in a situation, often leading to a completely new direction.
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To revive
To bring someone or something back to consciousness, health, or a strong condition after a period of weakness, dormancy, or decline.
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Rise to fame
To become well-known or celebrated by the public, often suddenly or rapidly.
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Live it up
To enjoy oneself to the fullest, often with extravagance and abandon.
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You don't know what you've got 'til it's gone.
This phrase means that people often do not appreciate the value or presence of something until they no longer have it.
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Street smart
Possessing the practical knowledge and quick wit needed to navigate difficult or unconventional situations effectively, especially in an urban environment, rather than theoretical or academic intelligence.
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At a fork in the road
To be at a point in life, a situation, or a process where a significant choice must be made between two or more courses of action.