A reason for break-up

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1. A promise to keep«But this isn’t an engagement ring.» the young lady protested. «Why it’s just a tiny unset diamond.» «Yeah! I know.» said the fellow, «And, it’ll be mounted in a cluster around a big one, the very day after you are.»...
2. Значение идиомы break off[break off] {v.} 1. To stop suddenly. The speaker was interrupted so often that he broke off and sat down. When Bob came in, Jean broke off her talk with Linda and talked to Bob. 2. {informal} To end a friendship or love. I hear that Tom and Alice have broken off. She broke off ... Читать далее...
3. Перевод идиомы break a law / break the law, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: break a law / break the law Перевод: нарушать закон Пример: The young man broke the law when he drove his friend’s car without a proper license. Молодой человек нарушил закон, когда водил машину друга без разрешения на право вождения....
4. Перевод слова diamondDiamond — алмаз, бриллиант Перевод слова Diamond of the first water — бриллиант чистой воды cut diamond — отшлифованный алмаз, бриллиант industrial diamond — промышленный алмаз That’s a whopper of a Diamond ring. Какое громадное бриллиантовое кольцо! There is a microscopic crack in the Diamond. В алмазе есть микроскопические трещины. The ruby was surrounded by ... Читать далее...
5. Breaking her heartDear John, I have been unable to sleep since I broke off our engagement. Won’t you fogive and forget? Your absence is breaking my heart. I was a fool, nobody can take your place. I love you. All my love, Belinda. PS Congratulations on winning this week’s lottery....
6. A buxom blonde wore, at a charity ball, an enormous diamondA buxom blonde wore, at a charity ball, an enormous diamond. «It happens to be the third most famous diamond in the whole world,» she boasted. «The first is the Hope Diamond, then comes the Kohinoor, and then comes this one, which is called Lipshitz.» «What a diamond!» «How lucky you are!» «Wait, wait, nothing ... Читать далее...
7. Значение идиомы break one’s balls[break one’s balls] {v. phr.}, {slang}, {vulgar}, {avoidable} To do something with maximum effort; to do something very difficult or taxing. I’ve been breaking my balls to buy you this new color TV set and you aren’t the least bit appreciative! Compare: BREAK ONE’S NECK....
8. The definition of a phallic symbolThis girl walks in to a doctors office and she asks «Whats a failic symbol? Doctor says «you’re kidding..» Girl says «no! I don’t know! Whats a failic symbol???» Doctor pulls his pants and underwear down and says «You see? This is a failic symbol!» Girl says «Oh! Its just like a penis, only smaller»...
9. Значение идиомы break out[break out] {v.} 1. To begin showing a rash or other skin disorder. — Often used with «with». He broke out with scarlet fever. 2. To speak or act suddenly and violently. He broke out laughing. She broke out, «That is not so!» 3. To begin and become noticeable. Fire broke out after the earthquake. ... Читать далее...
10. Перевод слова qualityQuality — качество Перевод слова To check a product for quality — проверять качество изделия to clothe with quality — придавать качество competitive quality — конкурентоспособное качество degraded audio quality — плохое качество звука Quality is our watchword. Наш девиз — качество. That was a Quality job you did. Вы выполнили работу качественно. He had ... Читать далее...
11. Пословица / поговорка diamond cuts diamond — перевод и значение, пример использованияПословица / поговорка: diamond cuts diamond Перевод: один другому не уступит Эквивалент в русском языке: нашла коса на камень Пример: Even though the two friends in fact shared each other’s opinion, they wouldn’t admit it. Diamond cuts diamond. Хотя эти два друга и придерживались одного и того же мнения, они бы ни за что не ... Читать далее...
12. A partially deaf gentleman was extolling the virtuesA partially deaf gentleman was extolling the virtues of his new hearing aid. «It’s marvelous,» he enthused to a friend. «Since I acquired it I can hear the birds chirping on the hearth. I can also hear clearly a conversation being held in an apartment a full block away!» «You don’t say,» said his friend. ... Читать далее...
13. A guy bought his wife a beautiful diamond ring forA guy bought his wife a beautiful diamond ring for Christmas. A friend of his said, «I thought she wanted one of those sporty 4-Wheel drive vehicles.» «She did,» he replied. «But where in the hell was I gonna find a fake Jeep?»...
14. The reason for runningA police officer attempts to stop a car for speeding and the guy gradually increases his speed until he’s topping 100 mph. He eventually realizes he can’t escape and finally pulls over. The cop approaches the car and says, «It’s been a long day and my tour is almost over, so if you can give ... Читать далее...
15. A reason for divorce«Well, Mrs. O’Connor, so you want a divorce?» the solicitor questioned his client. «Tell me about it. Do you have a grudge?» «Oh, no,» replied Mrs. O’Connor. «Shure now, we have a carport.» The solicitor tried again. «Well, does the man beat you up?» «No, no,» said Mrs. O’Connor, looking puzzled. «I’m always first out ... Читать далее...
16. Household itemsBack in the ’70s, days of conspicuous (ahem) consumption, Hugh Hefner was showing a friend around the Playboy Mansion. At one point, Hefner turned to his friend, and said, «Did you ever hear this joke? A woman receives flowers from her boyfriend. She turns to her friend, and says, ‘Oh, great. Now I’ll have to ... Читать далее...
17. Judge: Is there any reason you could not serveJudge: Is there any reason you could not serve as a juror in this case? Juror: I don’t want to be away from my job that long. Judge: Can’t they do without you at work? Juror: Yes, but I don’t want them to know it....
18. Sending a 3,106 carat diamond by Parcel Post!The Cullinan Diamond is the largest rough diamond ever found — at 3,106.75 carats. It was found in South Africa in 1905 and had to be transported from South Africa to England to be presented to King Edward VII. Transporting such a valuable diamond was a huge security risk. So how did they do it? ... Читать далее...
19. Перевод идиомы leave a lot to be desired, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: leave a lot to be desired Перевод: оставлять желать лучшего Пример: The job performance of the new employee leaves a lot to be desired. Качество работы нового сотрудника оставляет желать лучшего....
20. And I will do anything for loveThe beautiful secretary of the president of a bank goes on a sight-seeing tour with a very rich African king who was a very important client. The client out of the blue asks her to marry him. Naturally, the secretary is quite taken aback. However, she remembers what her boss told her, …don’t reject the ... Читать далее...
21. Arizona Man Trades $160K Diamond for $20 Weed, Cops SayAn Arizona man could have gotten himself one of the fanciest cars on the road and had money left over with what a diamond he allegedly stole was worth, but instead police say he traded the $160,000 gem for $20 worth of marijuana. Walter Earl Morrison, 20, of Phoenix, Az., was charged with felony theft ... Читать далее...
22. Значение идиомы diamond in the rough[diamond in the rough] {n. phr.} A very smart person without a formal education who may have untutored manners. Jack never went to school but he is extremely talented; he is a veritable diamond in the rough....
23. Перевод слова reasonReason — причина, основание; мыслить, умозаключать Перевод слова The reason of eclipses — причина затмений for economy reasons — по соображениям экономии to spot the reason of the trouble — определить причину неполадок to reason from past experience — сделать выводы из опыта прошлого There is no Reason to panic. Нет никаких причин для паники. ... Читать далее...
24. Значение идиомы within reason[within reason] {adv.} or {adj. phr.} Within the limits of goodsense; in reasonable control or check; moderate. I want you to havea good time tonight, within reason. If Tom wants to go to thefair, he must keep his expenses within reason. Jean’s plans arequite within reason....
25. The Reason to Take Off Shoes in JapanIn Japan, as in many cultures, it is considered disrespectful to fail to remove shoes before entering a home. This practice, while at one time a practical necessity, has long become tradition and is common in many parts of the world, including Hawaii. While the reasons for swapping shoes for slippers before entering the home ... Читать далее...
26. Значение идиомы in reason[in reason] {adv. phr.}, {formal} Following the rules of reasoning;sensibly; reasonably. One cannot in reason doubt that freedom isbetter than slavery....
27. Значение идиомы see reason[see reason] {v. phr.} To think or act sensibly, especially afterrealizing what the facts are on a certain matter and accepting adviceabout it. He finally saw reason and reshaped his sales strategy bylowering the prices as his older brother had suggested....
28. Значение идиомы rhyme or reason[rhyme or reason] {n. phr.} A good plan or reason; a reasonablepurpose or explanation. — Used in negative, interrogative, orconditional sentences. Don could see no rhyme or reason to the plotof the play. It seemed to Ruth that her little brother had tempertantrums without rhyme or reason....
29. Значение идиомы stand to reason[stand to reason] {v. phr.} To seem very likely from the knownfacts. If you have a driver’s license, it stands to reason you candrive. Joe is intelligent and studies hard; it stands to reasonthat he will pass the examination....
30. Значение идиомы neither rhyme nor reason[neither rhyme nor reason] {n. phr.} No emotional or intellectualsubstance. As far as I am concerned, his proposal makes no sense;it has neither rhyme nor reason....
31. Значение идиомы listen to reason[listen to reason] {v. phr.} To listen to and think about advicethat you are given. Joe was stubborn and would not listen toreason. It will save you a lot of trouble if you will just listento reason....
32. Some Chimps Are Putting Grass in Their Ears For No Particular ReasonSome chimp are creating their own «ear accoutrements,» perhaps the animal equivalent of a fashion statement. It all started with a Zambian chimpanzee named Julie in 2010. Julie stuck a piece of grass into her ear, and left it there. And she would do it over and over again. But why? To save it for ... Читать далее...
33. Two old friends from the mountains ran into each otherTwo old friends from the mountains ran into each other at the local bar. One said, «Heard ya went to the big city Jeb.» His friend replied, «Yep. Even tried me out one of those ‘loose women’ ya always hear about.» «You don’t say.» said the first man. «Bet that was costly.» «Nope.» Jeb smirked. ... Читать далее...
34. Перевод слова confirmConfirm — подтверждать Перевод слова To confirm a hypothesis — подтверждать гипотезу to confirm the legitimacy — подтверждать законность to confirm a diagnosis — подтвердить диагноз Later events Confirmed his determination. Последующие события укрепили его решимость. Please, Confirm your message. Подтвердите, пожалуйста, ваше сообщение. He was Confirmed in his position as chairman. Его утвердили на ... Читать далее...
35. Break outФразовый глагол / Phrasal verb To break [breIk] — неправильный глагол: Broke [brouk] (II форма); broken [broukn] (III форма) Break out (131) – 1) вырваться, прорваться (из тюрьмы, и т. п.), of — из; Forget about ’em. Fast! — No. I can’t. I have to Break out of here. Can it be done? Забудь о ... Читать далее...
36. Star of the SouthThe Star of the South, also known as Estrela do Sul, is a diamond found in Brazil in July 1853. The diamond is cut into a cushion shape and weighs 128.48 carats (25.696 g). The Star of the South is graded as a type IIa diamond, with a colour grading of fancy light pinkish-brown and ... Читать далее...
37. Three guys were sitting in a bar talkingThree guys were sitting in a bar talking. One was a Doctor, one was a Lawyer, and one was a Biker. After a sip of his martini, the doctor said; «You know, tomorrow is my anniversary. I got my wife a diamond ring and a new Mercedez. I figure that if she doesn’t like the ... Читать далее...
38. Значение идиомы can’t make an omelette without breaking eggs[can’t make an omelette without breaking eggs] To achieve a certain goal one must sometimes incur damage, experience difficulties, or make sacrifices. — A proverb. When we drove across the country, we put a lot of mileage on our car and had a flat tire, but it was a pleasant trip. «Well, you can’t make ... Читать далее...
39. College DormOn the first day of college, the Dean addressed the students, pointing out some of the rules: «The female dormitory will be out-of-bounds for all male students, and the male dormitory to the female students. Anybody caught breaking this rule will be fined $20 the first time.» He continued, «Anybody caught breaking this rule the ... Читать далее...
40. The power of the pressTwo boys are playing football in Golden Gate Park when one is attacked by a Rottweiler. Thinking quickly, the other boy rips off a board of the nearby fence, wedges it down the dog’s collar and twists, breaking the dog’s neck. A reporter who is strollin by sees the incident, and rushes over to interview ... Читать далее...