Перевод идиомы all manner of (someone or something), значение выражения и пример использования
Идиома: all manner of (someone or something) Перевод: все люди или вещи, люди или вещи всех образцов Пример: There were all manner of people at the party. На вечере были самые разнообразные люди.
Значение идиомы how so
[how so] {interrog.} How is that so? Why is it so? How? Why? Isaid the party was a failure and she asked. “How so?” He said hisbrother was not a good dancer and I
Значение идиомы tongue-lashing
[tongue-lashing] {n.} A sharp scolding or criticism. Jim’smother gave him a tongue-lashing for telling family secrets. Syn.:PIECE OF ONE’S MIND.
Значение идиомы dance to another tune
[dance to another tune] {v. phr.} To talk or act differently, usually better because things have changed; be more polite or obedient because you are forced to do it. Johnny refused to do his
Значение идиомы make one out to be
[make one out to be] {v. phr.} To accuse someone of beingsomething. Don’t make me out to be such a grouch; I am really quitehappy-go-lucky.
Значение идиомы spoil for
[spoil for] {v. phr.} To want something very badly; be belligerentor pugnacious about something. After a few drinks it becameembarrassingly evident that Hal was spoiling for a fight. Compare:HANKER AFTER, LUST FOR.
Значение идиомы choke off
[choke off] {v.} To put a sudden end to; stop abruptly or forcefully. It was almost time for the meeting to end, and the presiding officer had to move to choke off debate. The
Значение идиомы behind the times
[behind the times] {adj. phr.} Using things not in style; still following old ways; old-fashioned. Johnson’s store is behind the times. The science books of 30 years ago are behind the times now. Mary
Значение идиомы cup of tea
[cup of tea] also [dish of tea] {n. phr.}, {informal} 1. Something you enjoy or do well at; a special interest, or favorite occupation. Used with a possessive. You could always get him to
Значение идиомы bite the hand that feeds one
[bite the hand that feeds one] {v. phr.} To turn against or hurt a helper or supporter; repay kindness with wrong. He bit the hand that fed him when he complained against his employer.