Attending an Auction

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1. Attending an AuctionDiane: This is so exciting! I’ve never been to an Auction before. Martin: Sit down. It’s about to start. The Auctioneer is on the Podium with her Gavel and she’s ready to start the Bidding. Diane: Are you bidding on the first Lot? Martin: No, the Reserve is too high. See? The Opening bid is ... Читать далее...
2. At an auctionDuring an auction of exotic pets, a woman who had placed a winning bid told the auctioneer, «I’m paying a fortune for that parrot. I hope he talks as well as you say he does.» «I guarantee it, madam,» replied the auctioneer. «Who do you think was bidding against you?»...
3. Перевод слова auctionAuction — аукцион Перевод слова Auction sale — продажа с аукциона auction mart — аукционный зал public auction — публичные торги The house was sold at Auction. Дом был продан на аукционе. He made several bids at the Auction. Он сделал несколько заявок на аукционе....
4. Bidding on Online AuctionsJermaine: Wait! You shouldn’t Bid on that Auction right now. Wait until the Last minute. Bethany: This auction has a Buy-it-now price of $25 and free Shipping. Jermaine: Don’t pay the buy-it-now price. The Minimum bid on this item is $10 and the Current bid is only $12.50. There’s no Reserve, so if you wait ... Читать далее...
5. Bidding on Online AuctionsJermaine: Wait! You shouldn’t Bid on that Auction right now. Wait until the Last minute. Bethany: This auction has a Buy-it-now price of $25 and free Shipping. Jermaine: Don’t pay the buy-it-now price. The Minimum bid on this item is $10 and the Current bid is only $12.50. There’s no Reserve, so if you wait ... Читать далее...
6. Living in a Condo or Co-opDiane: I’m so Exasperated! I’m really tired of the Homeowner’s association in my condo building. Ricardo: What’s the matter with it? Diane: The people who sit on the condo association board are a bunch of Do-nothings. I’ve filed Complaint after complaint and they refuse To enforce the House rules. Ricardo: Well, that might not be ... Читать далее...
7. Top 10 Most Expensive Auction ItemsAuction house Sotheby’s announced Sept. 9 that it will sell a rare John James Audubon tome, Birds of America, and expect it to fetch between $6.2 million and $9.2 million — making it the world’s most expensive book. Only 119 copies of the bird book — most of which exist in museums and libraries — ... Читать далее...
8. Paying an Employee Under the TableMartin: I’m confused. I’ve been Going over the books and I don’t see several members of the Staff listed and Accounted for. Jina: Oh, I have a special arrangement with a few of them. I pay them Under the table. Martin: Are you sure that’s wise? You could Get busted for Tax evasion. Jina: No ... Читать далее...
9. Dating a Younger Man/WomanTadashi: Was that Diane you were talking to Just now? Helen: Yeah, do you know her? Tadashi: Diane and I Used to work together. She looked happy. Helen: Yeah, she’s dating a new man. I just got The scoop. He’s not her usual Type. Tadashi: What do you mean? Helen: Well, he’s a little younger ... Читать далее...
10. Filming a TV Show or MovieMartin: Okay, quiet on the Set! What are the Extras doing over there? They’re not in this Scene. Stephanie: Sorry, I’ll get them off the set. Is this the Lighting you wanted for this scene? If not, I can tell the lighting Crew. Martin: The lighting is fine, but this Staging is all wrong. And ... Читать далее...
11. Loan Forgiveness ProgramsMartin: One hundred eleven days And counting. Georgina: Are you Counting down To something? Martin: I’m counting down to the day when my Student loans will be Discharged. I only took this job because it Qualifies for the Loan forgiveness program. Georgina: But you’ve worked here for over two years already. You mean you’ve been ... Читать далее...
12. Значение идиомы paddle one’s own canoe[paddle one’s own canoe] {v. phr.}, {informal} To work withouthelp; earn your own living; support yourself. After his fatherdied, John had to paddle his own canoe. Syn.: HOE ONE’S OWN ROW. Compare: MAKE ONE’S WAY....
13. Значение идиомы tie the knot[tie the knot] {v. phr.}, {informal} To get married; also toperform a wedding ceremony. Diane and Bill tied the knotyesterday. The minister tied the knot for Diane and Billyesterday....
14. Перевод слова blockBlock — препятствие, блок, чурбан; квартал Перевод слова Erratic block — валун concrete block — бетонный блок around the block — за углом They live in this Block. Они живут в этом районе. The garage was made of concrete Blocks. Гараж был построен из бетонных блоков. The Liberals vote as a Block. Либералы голосуют блоком....
15. Значение идиомы up the creek[up the creek] or [up the creek without a paddle] {adj. phr.},{informal} In trouble or difficulty and unable to do anything aboutit; stuck. Father said that if the car ran out of gas in the middleof the desert, we would be up the creek without a paddle. I’ll beup the creek if I don’t pass ... Читать далее...
16. Посещение концерта/ Attending A ConcertНа английском языке Перевод на русский язык Attending A Concert Посещение концерта I’m a big fan of live music, so whenever I get a chance I go to the local Concert Hall. It’s one of my favourite places, because I also perform on this stage from time to time with the city dance troupe. We ... Читать далее...
17. Перевод слова excitingExciting — волнующий, захватывающий Перевод слова How exciting! — разг. как интересно! exciting story — увлекательный рассказ exciting life — восхитительная, интересная жизнь Let’s do something Exciting. Давайте делать что-то увлекательное. It was not an Exciting life, but it was rather interesting. Это была не то чтобы захватывающая, но довольно интересная жизнь. It can be ... Читать далее...
18. Значение идиомы on the block[on the block] {adj. phr.} To be sold; for sale. The vacanthouse was on the block. Young cattle are grown and sent to marketto be placed on the block....
19. Talking About MoviesMartin: What did you think of that movie? Joanna: It was okay, but I’m not really into Big-budget movies with a lot of Special effects and Big-name stars. Martin: Oh, you’re a film Snob. I bet you only watch Indie films made on a Shoestring budget with low Production values. Joanna: No, that’s not true. ... Читать далее...
20. Describing DurationKathryn: Are you still watching that movie? It’s been over three hours! Martin: Yeah, it’s a little long for a Feature film. Kathryn: A little long?! It’s Interminable. How can you continue to watch it? Martin: Well, the first half was interesting and Moved at a clip. The middle section did Drag a little, but ... Читать далее...
21. Financial Careers — Финансовая карьераWhat am I going to do after school or university? Maybe I should consider a job in the financial world. There’s a surprisingly wide range to choose from — for example, I could raise money for charities or sell famous paintings or write about economics as a financial journalist or run my own company or. ... Читать далее...
22. Attending an Ex’s WeddingAndy: What did you do last weekend? Yuka: I went to Jamal’s Wedding. Andy: Jamal?! Your Ex Jamal? Yuka: Yes, that Jamal. Andy: He Had the nerve to invite you to his wedding? Yuka: I actually thought it was nice of him to invite me. Whatever happened between us years ago is Water under the ... Читать далее...
23. Значение идиомы in the clear[in the clear] {adj. phr.} 1. Free of anything that makes moving orseeing difficult; with nothing to limit action. The plane climbedabove the clouds and was flying in the clear. Jack passed the ballto Tim, who was in the clear and ran for a touchdown. 2. {informal}Free of blame or suspicion; not thought to be ... Читать далее...
24. While attending a spelling session in school one dayWhile attending a spelling session in school one day, The teacher asked if anyone could spell the word DUMB? Darla raises her hand and says «I can, I can» The teacher replies, «OK, go ahead Darla…» Darla replies…»D-U-M-B» The teacher replies, «very good», and «can you use that word in a sentence?» Darla replies, «Sure, ... Читать далее...
25. Диалог на английском языке с переводом «Поход в кино (Going to the cinema)»По-английски Перевод на русский Martin: Lucy, let’s go to the cinema. I know there is something interesting on. Мартин: Люси, давай пойдем в кино. Я знаю там что-то интересное на экранах. Lucy: Ok. I don’t mind. But what’s on? Люси: Ок. Я не против. А что там на экранах? Martin: One of my colleagues told ... Читать далее...
26. Значение идиомы call to order[call to order] {v. phr.} 1. To open formally. The chairman called the committee to order. The president pounded with his gavel to call the convention to order. 2. To warn not to break the rules of a meeting. The judge called the people in the courtroom to order when they talked too loud....
27. Training Inexperienced EmployeesKazuko: I really appreciate you helping with the training of the Newbies. I couldn’t have done it without you. Martin: Don’t mention it. I remember when I was still Wet behind the ears and the Veterans in the company gave me the benefit of their time and Expertise. They Propped me up until I could ... Читать далее...
28. Диалог на английском языке с переводом «Where are you off to»Augus Огус Where are you off to in such a hurry? Куда ты идешь в такой спешке? Martin Мартин I’m just off to the movie theater to see the latest Nicole Kidman movie. Я иду в кинотеатр на новый фильм с участием Николь Кидман. Augus Огус I’ve seen it, it’s really good. Have you got ... Читать далее...
29. My dog ate my homework«Johnny, where’s your homework?» Miss Martin said sternly to the little boy while holding out her hand. «My dog ate it,» was his solemn response. «Johnny, I’ve been a teacher for eighteen years. Do you really expect me to believe that?» «It’s true, Miss Martin, I swear,» insisted Johnny. «I had to force him, but ... Читать далее...
30. Значение идиомы hoe one’s own row[hoe one’s own row] {v. phr.} To make your way in life by your ownefforts; get along without help. David’s father died when he waslittle, and he has always had to hoe his own row. Syn.: PADDLE ONE’SOWN CANOE, STAND ON ONE’S OWN FEET....
31. Значение идиомы chip off the old block[chip off the old block] {n. phr.} A person whose character traits closely resemble those of his parents. I hear that Tom plays the violin in the orchestra his father conducts; he sure is a chip off the old block....
32. Значение идиомы anything like[anything like] or [anywhere near] {adv.} Nearly. — Used in negative, interrogative, and conditional sentences, often in the negative forms «nothing like» or «nowhere near». It’s not anything like as hot today as it was yesterday. Do you think that gold ring is worth anywhere near a hundred dollars? Today’s game was nowhere near as ... Читать далее...
33. Значение идиомы knock one’s block off[knock one’s block off] {v. phr.}, {slang} To hit someone veryhard; beat someone up. Stay out of my yard or I’ll knock your blockoff. Jim will knock your block off if he catches you riding hisbike....
34. Значение идиомы look like a million dollars[look like a million dollars] {v. phr.}, {informal} To look welland prosperous; appear healthy and happy and lucky; look pretty andattractive. John came back from Florida driving a fine new car, tanned and glowing with health. He looked like a million dollars. Dressed in the new formal and in a new hairdo, Betty looked like ... Читать далее...
35. Flying in the planeSue and Bob, a pair of tight wads, lived in the mid west, and had been married years. Bob had always want to go flying. The desire deepen each time a barn stormer flew into town to offer rides. Bob would ask, and Sue would say, «No way, ten dollars is ten dollars.» The years ... Читать далее...
36. Значение идиомы writer’s block[writer’s block] {n. phr.} A condition of being unable to write; aperiod when the words just won’t come. One of the more commonproblems writers occasionally experience is a writer’s block that maylast a shorter or a longer time. They say that the reason forErnest Hemingway’s suicide was a severe and seemingly endless writer’sblock....
37. Значение идиомы kick over[kick over] {v.} 1. Of a motor: To begin to work. He had notused his car for two months and when he tried to start it, the motorwould not kick over. 2. {slang} To pay; contribute. The gangforced all the storekeepers on the block to kick over $5 a week. 3.{slang} To die. Mrs. O’Leary’s ... Читать далее...
38. Перевод слова startStart — начало, старт, отправление, начинать Перевод слова From start to finish — с начала до конца we shall make an early start for town — рано утром мы отправимся в город to start on a journey — отправиться в поездку when do I start? — когда мне приступить (к работе)? When can you Start? ... Читать далее...
39. FCC slaps Florida highway cell phone jammer with $48K fineA Florida man is in big trouble for using a cell phone jammer while driving on the highway. 60-year-old Jason Humphreys admitted to police he’d used the device on his daily commute for roughly two years because he didn’t want drivers around him talking on their cell phones. But the powerful cell jammer shut down ... Читать далее...
40. Elderly romanceThere’s an elderly man and woman sitting in the sunroom of a retirement home. The old man says to the woman, «For five dollars, I’ll have sex with you on that rocking chair over there. For ten dollars, I’ll have sex with you on that couch. But for twenty dollars, I’ll take you to my ... Читать далее...