Значение идиомы nuts and bolts of
[nuts and bolts of] {n. phr.} The basic facts or important detailsof something. “Ted will he an excellent trader,” his millionairegrandfather said, “once he learns the nuts and bolts of theprofession.”
Значение идиомы bat an eye
[bat an eye] or [bat an eyelash] {v. phr.}, {informal} To show surprise, fear, or interest; show your feelings. – Used in negative sentences. When I told him the price of the car he
Значение идиомы strings attached
[strings attached] {adv. phr.} With some special proviso orcondition that is a handicap. John inherited a large fortune butwith the string attached that he could not touch a penny of it beforehis 28th birthday.
Значение идиомы out of the way
[out of the way] {adv. phr.} 1. Not where people usually go;difficult to reach. When little Tommy comes to visit her, AuntSally puts her lamps and vases out of the way. – Often used
Значение идиомы gross out
[gross out] {v.}, {slang} To commit a vulgar act; to repel someoneby saying a disgusting or vulgar thing. You are going to gross outpeople if you continue talking like that.
Значение идиомы hit one’s stride
[hit one’s stride] {v. phr.} 1. To walk or run at your best speed;reach your top speed or game. After walking the first mile, Jim wasjust hitting his stride. The horse began to hit
Значение идиомы make book
[make book] {v. phr.} To serve as a bookmaker taking bets on thehorse races. The police were out to prosecute anybody who made bookillegally.
Значение идиомы suck in
[suck in] {v.} 1. {informal} To pull in by taking a deep breath andtightening the muscles; flatten. “Suck in those stomachs,” the gymteacher said. 2. {slang} To make a fool of; cheat. The uneducatedfarmer
Значение идиомы bosom friend
[bosom friend] {n. phr.} A very close friend; an old buddy with whom one has a confidential relationship. Sue and Jane have been bosom friends since their college days.
Значение идиомы face
[face] See: BLUE IN THE FACE, CUT OFF ONE’S NOSE TO SPITE ONE’SFACE, FLY IN THE FACE OF, HATCHET FACE, HIDE ONE’S FACE, IN ONE’SFACE, IN THE FACE OF, LONG FACE, LOOK IN THE