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nip in the bud in Irish

nip in the bud in Irish is rud a mharú san ubh, rud a stopadh ina thús.

nip in the bud in Irish

rud a mharú san ubh

verb

(idiomatic) To stop something at an early stage.

rud a stopadh ina thús

verb

(idiomatic) To stop something at an early stage.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "nip in the bud" in Irish?

"nip in the bud" in Irish is rud a mharú san ubh, rud a stopadh ina thús.

Are there other ways to say "nip in the bud" in Irish?

Yes — Irish has 2 translations listed for "nip in the bud": rud a mharú san ubh, rud a stopadh ina thús.

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