englische Härte

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German

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Etymology

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Literally, English toughness, relating to the traditional tolerance of English referees towards tough defending in one-on-one situations.

Noun

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englische Härte f (no plural)

  1. (idiomatic, soccer) the degree of tough defending one must expect or cope with when playing against an English side, or under an English referee
  2. (idiomatic, figurative) a course of action that may seem unfair, but is considered within the limits of common practices

Declension

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  • See the adjective englisch. The noun does not change.
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See also

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