Su doble cara le costó la confianza de sus amigos y familiares.
His forked tongue cost him the trust of his friends and family.
El nuevo estudiante se sintió aislado cuando sus compañeros le hicieron el vacío.
The new student felt isolated when classmates gave him the cold shoulder.
Sus talentos quedan sin uso porque le falta confianza para solicitar trabajos.
His talents go begging because he lacks the confidence to apply for jobs.
Después de años en el trullo, le costó adaptarse a la vida fuera.
After years in the can, he struggled to adjust to life outside.
El médico le dijo que dejara de fumar al instante por su salud.
The doctor told him to stop smoking at once for his health.
El ir y venir del aeropuerto siempre le emocionaba antes de los viajes.
The hustle and bustle of the airport always excited him before trips.
Su abogado le aconsejó interponer una denuncia por difamación contra el periódico.
His lawyer advised him to press charges for defamation against the newspaper.
Su excusa por llegar tarde era agua de borrajas; nadie le creyó.
His excuse for being late was weak tea; nobody believed him.
Su medicación le ayuda a mantenerse sin altibajos durante todo el día.
His medication helps him stay on an even keel throughout the day.
El jefe le dijo que se calmara con las quejas constantes.
The boss told him to cool it with the constant complaints.
Su mal genio a menudo le causaba problemas en el trabajo.
His short temper often got him into trouble at work.
Su labia le ayudó a convencer rápidamente a los inversores escépticos.
His silver tongue helped him win over the skeptical investors quickly.
El hombre sin hogar estaba agradecido por la calderilla que la gente le daba.
The homeless man was grateful for the loose change people gave him.
