[latch on] or [hitch onto] {v.}, {informal} 1. To get hold of;grasp or grab; catch. He looked for something to latch onto andkeep from falling. The football player latched onto a pass. 2.{slang} To
[set on] also [set upon] {v.} 1. To begin suddenly to fightagainst; attack fiercely. Tom was walking through the park when agang of boys set on him. 2. To cause to attack. Some boys
[visiting nurse] {n.} A nurse who goes from home to home takingcare of sick people or giving help with other health problems. After John returned home from the hospital, the visiting nurse cameeach day
[fence with] or [spar with] {v.} To talk with as if youwere fighting like a swordsman or boxer; to give skillful answers orarguments against. The governor was an expert at fencingwith reporters at press
[for hours on end] {adv. phr.} For many hours; for a very longtime. We have been trying to get this computer going for hours onend, but we need serious professional help.
Идиома: as good as one’s word Перевод: держать свое слово Пример: My friend is as good as his word. You can always trust him. Мой друг держит свое слово. Ему всегда можно довериться.
Идиома: get the upper hand (on someone) Перевод: иметь превосходство над кем-либо, господствовать над кем-либо Пример: I got the upper hand during my dispute with the apartment manager. У меня было превосходство во время
Идиома: hand in glove / hand and glove (with someone) Перевод: в тесной связи, заодно Пример: The supervisor and manager work hand in glove to create a positive atmosphere in the company. Руководитель и
[bright and early] {adj. phr.} Prompt and alert; on time and ready; cheerful and on time or before time. He came down bright and early to breakfast. She arrived bright and early for the
[I’ll bet you my bottom dollar] {interj.}, {informal} Anexaggerated assertion of assurance. I’ll bet you my bottom dollarthat the Cubs will win this year.