Expressions (A–Z)
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De'eshtakad, Mid'eshtakad of the Past Year
Of last year; since last year (eshtakad means ‘last year’; the origin of the exp...
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Dead flesh does not feel the knife
The dead cannot feel pain. By extension: A person in a most difficult situation...
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Dead man/ weak/ valueless person
By metaphor: a person lacking ability. A person lacking hope. Literally: a slain...
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Dead Sea
A sea that stretches between the Jordan Valley and the Arava along Israel's east...
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Deaf-mute
A person who cannot speak or hear.
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Deaf, Fool, and Minor/ deaf, insane and a minor
A nickname for someone who does not understand various subjects.
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Deaf, mentally incompetent, and minor / deaf, insane and minor
By extension: people who have difficulty understanding what is happening around...
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Dear Jew
A Jew with special qualities or notable abilities.
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Dear to his heart
Of great emotional value to him.
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Dearer Than Gold
More precious than gold. Figuratively: very precious ("paz" means pure gold).
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