[beat time] {v. phr.} To follow the rhythm of a piece of music by moving one’s fingers or feet. Jack was beating time with his foot during the concert, which annoyed his neighbor.
Идиома: butterflies in one’s stomach Перевод: волноваться; душа замирает; мурашки по спине бегают (часто используется с глаголами Get, Have, Give) Пример: Whenever I have to speak in public, I get butterflies in my stomach.
[tough it out] {v. phr.} To live through and endure a tryingsituation. The tourists got lost in the desert without a compass, and they had to tough it out for three days on a
[is that so] {informal} 1. Oh, indeed? That’s interesting. – Usedin simple acceptance or reply. “The Republicans have pulled a trickat city hall.” “Is that so?” 2. Surely not? – Used in disbelief orsarcasm.
[like a hole in the head] {adv. phr.} Not at all; scarcely;grudgingly; in an unwelcome manner. Joan needs her mother-in-law tostay with her for a week like a hole in the head.
[let the chips fall where they may] {v. phr.} To pay no attentionto the displeasure caused others by your actions. The senatordecided to vote against the bill and let the chips fall where theymay.
Идиома: at the end of the day Перевод: с учетом всего; когда все остальное было принято во внимание Пример: At the end of the day, it was impossible to get the money to build
[out for] {prep.} Joining, or planning to join; taking part in;competing for a place in. John is out for the basketball team. Mary is going out for the school newspaper. Compare: TRY OUT.
[find fault] {v. phr.} To find something wrong; complain;criticize. She tries to please him, but he always finds fault. They found fault with every box I made. Compare: JUMP ON, PICKAT.
[well-heeled] {adj.}, {slang} Wealthy; having plenty of money. Bob’s father, who is well-heeled, gave him a sports car. Compare: INCLOVER, ON EASY STREET.