[in fact] also [in point of fact] {adv. phr.} Really truthfully. – Often used for emphasis. No one believed it but, in fact, Mary didget an A on her book report. It was a
Идиома: That’s about the size of it. Идиома: That’s about the size of it. разг. Перевод: Да, примерно так. Наверное, это так. Скорее всего, ты прав. Пример: “I guess maybe you’re as nervous about
[next to ] {adv.} Almost; nearly. It was next to impossible tobelieve that in a month the grass would be green and flowers would beblooming. It was next to unthinkable that the boy would
[turn the tide] {v. phr.} To change what looks like defeat intovictory. We were losing the game until Jack got there. His comingturned the tide for us, and we won. Compare: TIP THE SCALES.
[ride the gravy train] {v. phr.} To live a life of plenty andluxury. Those who have a wealthy executive or heir to a fortune fora spouse can ride the gravy train without doing any
[holy cats] or [holy cow] or [holy mackerel] or [holy Moses]{interj.}, {informal} – Used to express strong feeling ; used in speech or when writingconversation. “Holy cats! That’s good pie!” said Dick. “Holycow! They
[all out] {adv. phr.}, {informal} With all your strength, power, or determination; to the best of your ability; without holding back. -Usually used in the phrase “go all out”. We went all out to
[stand on ceremony] {v. phr.} To follow strict rules of politeness;be very formal with other people. – Usually used with a helping verbin the negative. Grandmother does not stand on ceremony when hergrandchildren call.
Идиома: off one’s rocker / nut / trolley / head Перевод: сумасшедший, не в своем уме, рехнувшийся Пример: The man must be off his rocker if he thinks that he can spend much money
[know if one is coming or going] or [know whether one is coming orgoing] {v. phr.} To feel able to think clearly; know what to do. – Usually used in the negative or with