Conducting a Search

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1. Перевод слова search Search – поиск, искать, отыскивать Перевод слова The search for the missing airmen – поиски пропавших летчиков to search out all the facts – выяснить все факты to search out an old friend – разыскать старого друга Mark went in Search of water. Марк отправился на поиски воды. A Search found 46 websites. Поиск нашел […]...
2. Значение идиомы in search of [in search of] or {literary} [in quest of] {prep.} Seeking orlooking for; in pursuit of. Many men went West in search of gold. The hunter stayed in the woods all day in quest of game. Welooked everywhere in search of our dog....
3. Значение идиомы search me [search me] {informal} I don’t know; how should I know? – May beconsidered rude. When I asked her what time it was, she said,”Search me, I have no watch.”...
4. ‘Missing’ woman unknowingly joins search for herself A woman who was reported missing from an Icelandic tour unwittingly joined a search for herself. According to the Reykjavik Grapevine, a woman described as “Asian, about 160cm, in dark clothing and speaks English well” was listed as missing Saturday near the Eldgjá volcanic canyon in southern Iceland. A search continued through the weekend with […]...
5. Перевод идиомы in search of someone or something, значение выражения и пример использования Идиома: in search of someone or something Перевод: в поисках кого-либо или чего-либо Пример: I have been in search of a good restaurant for the family dinner for several weeks now. Я уже несколько недель нахожусь в поиске хорошего ресторана для семейного ужина....
6. Значение идиомы search one’s heart [search one’s heart] or [search one’s soul] {v. phr.}, {formal} Tostudy your reasons and acts; try to discover if you have been fair andhonest. The teacher searched his heart trying to decide if he hadbeen unfair in failing Tom. – [heart-searching] or [soul-searching]{n.} or {adj.} After much heart-searching, Jean told Beth she wassorry for the […]...
7. Значение идиомы bottom drop out [bottom drop out] or [bottom fall out] {v. phr.} {informal} 1. To fall below an earlier lowest price. The bottom dropped out of the price of peaches. 2. To lose all cheerful qualities; become very unhappy, cheerless, or unpleasant. The bottom dropped out of the day for John when he saw his report card. The […]...
8. Перевод слова security Security – безопасность, секретность; службы безопасности Перевод слова System of collective security – система коллективной безопасности national security – безопасность страны security report – донесение службы контрразведки Security is a primary need. Главное – обеспечить безопасность. Security measures were stepped up. Были приняты усиленные меры безопасности. America’s national Security is at issue. На карту поставлена […]...
9. Значение идиомы bottom [bottom] See: BET ONE’S BOOTS or BET ONE’S BOTTOM DOLLAR, FROM THE BOTTOM OF ONE’S HEART, FROM — TO –, GET TO THE BOTTOM OF, HIT BOTTOM or TOUCH BOTTOM, ROCK BOTTOM, SCRAPE THE BOTTOM OF THE BARREL....
10. LEGO Is Investing Millions To Ditch Their Oil-Based Plastics In Search Of Environmentally Friendly Alternative LEGO’s toy dominance over the last half century has been built on petroleum-based plastics. The toy company is investing hundreds of millions of dollars dedicated to research, development and implementation of new, sustainable, raw materials to manufacture LEGO elements as well as packaging materials. By 2030, the Danish-based toy company says that their plastic bricks […]...
11. Значение идиомы stone [stone] See: CAST THE FIRST STONE, HAVE A HEART OF STONE, KILL TWOBIRDS WITH ONE STONE, LEAVE NO STONE UNTURNED, PEOPLE WHO LIVE INGLASS HOUSES SHOULD NOT THROW STONES, ROLLING STONE GATHERS NO MOSS....
12. Перевод слова bottom Bottom – низ, дно Перевод слова Bottom shelf – нижняя полка bottom fish – донная рыба bottom door – трап, люк It’s on the Bottom shelf. Это на нижней полке. The pants flare at the Bottom. Брюки книзу расширяются. He tripped on the Bottom step. Он споткнулся о нижнюю ступеньку....
13. Значение идиомы leave no stone unturned [leave no stone unturned] {v. phr.} To try in every way; miss nochance; do everything possible. – Usually used in the negative. Thepolice will leave no stone unturned in their search for the bankrobbers. Compare: ALL OUT, BEND HEAVEN AND EARTH, FINE-TOOTH COMB....
14. Evaluating employees RE: Quotes Taken from actual performance evaluations: “Since my last report, this employee has reached rock bottom and has started to dig.” “His men would follow him anywhere, but only out of morbid curiosity.” “I would not allow this employee to breed.” “This associate is really not so much of a has-been, but more of […]...
15. Getting Access to Restricted Areas Security officer: Excuse me, sir, but this is a Restricted area. Only Authorized personnel are Permitted. Carl: I just want to take a quick look. Is this really where the president will be speaking? Security officer: I can Neither confirm nor deny that, sir. Please step aside. Carl: What if I have Press credentials? Could […]...
16. You are in trouble An evil Atheist explorer in the deepest Amazon suddenly finds himself surrounded by a bloodthirsty group of natives. Upon surveying the situation, he says quietly to himself “Oh God, I’m screwed!!!!!.” There is a ray of light from heaven and a voice booms out: “No, you are NOT screwed. Pick up that stone at your […]...
17. Значение идиомы cast about [cast about] also [cast around] {v.}, {literary} 1. To look everywhere; search. The committee was casting about for an experienced teacher to take the retiring principal’s place. 2. To search your mind; try to remember something; try to think of something. The teacher cast about for an easy way to explain the lesson. Jane cast […]...
18. Перевод слова spread Spread – распространение, рост, увеличение Перевод слова The spread of an elastic material – растяжимость эластичного материала to spread concrete – распределять бетон to spread discord – сеять вражду He Spread his arms wide. Он широко раскинул руки. The bird Spread its wings. Птица расправила крылья. Spread the toast thinly with jam. Намажьте поджаренный хлеб […]...
19. Перевод слова chief Chief – руководитель, начальник, вождь; главный, основной Перевод слова Chief editor – главный редактор chief intimate – лучший друг chief supporter – основной сторонник chief reasons – главные причины The Chief wants you. Вас требует начальник. The fire Chief suspects arson. Начальник пожарной охраны подозревает поджог. Safety is our Chief concern. Безопасность – наша главная […]...
20. Making a Restaurant Reservation Hostess: Thank you for calling Sakia Restaurant. How may I help you? Randy: I’d like to make a Reservation. Hostess: For which day and for what time? Randy: It’s for Friday, the 24th, at 7 o’clock. Hostess: How many will be in the party? Randy: There will be seven of us. Hostess: And the name […]...
21. Значение идиомы cut off [cut off] {v.} 1. To separate or block. The flood cut the townspeople off from the rest of the world. The woods cut off the view. His rudeness cuts him off from friends he might have. 2. To interrupt or stop. The television show was cut off by a special news report. We were told […]...
22. Значение идиомы hit bottom [hit bottom] or [touch bottom] {v. phr.}, {informal} 1. To be atthe very lowest. In August there was a big supply of corn and theprice hit bottom. When Johnny failed the exam his spirits hitbottom. 2. To live through the worst; not to be able to go any lower. After all their troubles, they thought […]...
23. Перевод слова interrupt Interrupt – прерывать, перебивать, препятствовать Перевод слова Traffic was interrupted by floods – сообщение было прервано наводнением don’t interrupt! – не перебивайте! the building interrupts the view from our window – здание закрывает вид из нашего окна Don’t Interrupt me when I’m reading Не перебивай меня, когда я читаю. His dinner was Interrupted by a […]...
24. Значение идиомы look high and low for [look high and low for] {v. phr.} To look everywhere; search allover. Everyone has been looking high and low for the lost key butno one could find it....
25. Renting an Apartment Heather: Hi, are you the Apartment manager? I saw the Vacancy sign outside and I’m looking for an apartment. Sam: Yes, I’m Sam. We have one Unit available right now. When are you looking To move in? Heather: The Lease on my apartment Is up soon, so I’d like to move in The first of […]...
26. Getting Directions and Parking Instructions Receptionist: So the meeting is set for 2:00 on Thursday. Do you know how to get to our offices? Asha: No, I don’t. Could you give me Directions? Receptionist: Certainly. We’re located on Main Street. The Cross street is Udall. If you’re taking the freeway, the best Exit to take is Udall East. Once you’re […]...
27. Losing a Passport While Traveling Nina: Oh, my God! I can’t find my Passport. I never should have put it in my purse. I’m sure a Pickpocket took it. Serge: Calm down. Maybe you just Misplaced it. Let’s Turn out all of your pockets and search for it before we Panic. Nina: I know it’s gone. I know it! Flag […]...
28. Finding a Parking Space Alan: We have to find a Parking space. Let’s drive around the Block one more time. Did you say that the restaurant we’re going to has no Off-street parking at all? Sasha: None. When I called the restaurant earlier today, I was told they have Ample street parking. Alan: Obviously not on a Saturday night. […]...
29. Changing the Subject in Conversation Laura: I think that’s all we need to talk about regarding last month’s report. Let’s Turn to this month’s report, Shall we? I didn’t get a copy of it. Could someone Hand me one? Gaius: By the way, I have just one last comment before we Shift our focus to this month’s report. It seems […]...
30. Traditions A man and a woman got married, and he told her : ” since you are my wife you should respect my traditions and habits…and i have 3 traditions. So, first tradition: On wednesdays i play football with my friends…no matter what..whether it snows or it rains…i dont care..i play football!! -Is it clear for […]...
31. A hearty breakfast A man goes into a greasy spoon-type cafe and he says, “I would like one of your special full English breakfasts”. “No problem.” Comes the greasy little fat girls reply from behind the counter. “But I want it MY way.” says the man. “What do you mean your way?” comes the reply. The man says, […]...
32. One day there was an indian chief who was constipated One day there was an indian chief who was constipated. he sent one of his warriors to the witch doctor to get some medicine. The warrior says “Big Chief, no shit”. the doctor gave him 1 pill and told him that the chief should be fine tomorrow. The warrior went back to the chief and […]...
33. Значение идиомы rest on one’s oars [rest on one’s oars] {v. phr.} To stop trying; stop working for awhile; rest. The man who wants to become a millionaire can neverrest on his oars. A high school student who wants to go to collegecannot rest on his oars....
34. Значение идиомы rock-bottom [rock-bottom] {n.} The lowest possible point. The nation’smorale hit rock bottom in the hours following the president’sassassination. – Often used like an adjective, with a hyphen. Therock-bottom price of this radio is $25....
35. Перевод идиомы make an exception (for someone), значение выражения и пример использования Идиома: make an exception (for someone) Перевод: сделать исключение для кого-либо Пример: The security guard made an exception for me and allowed me to enter the parking lot after it was closed. Охранник сделал для меня исключение и пустил меня на парковку после закрытия....
36. Parking Instructions I arrived for my meeting at the headquarters of Woon Enterprises and I stopped at the Kiosk to ask for directions. It’s a huge organization and the offices are located on a 30-acre Compound, so it’s very hard To find your way around Without some help. Guard: Good morning. Edyta: Good morning. I’m here for […]...
37. Kitchen Appliances Victoria: As you can see, this Executive apartment is Fully equipped. When you called and asked for the best available apartment, I thought of this one immediately. Just look at this kitchen! All of the Appliances are Top of the line. Justin: Do you mind if I Take a closer look? I like to cook. […]...
38. The First Use of ‘to Google’ on Television? Buffy the Vampire Slayer Today I learned that, beyond the success entailed for Joss Whedon-late of – directing fame-it has a nerdly milestone of its own. According to Charles Arthur in his book Digital Wars, the first use of To google on television appeared in Buffy. On October 15, 2002, in the fourth episode of the show’s final season, […]...
39. Значение идиомы cast the first stone [cast the first stone] {v. phr.}, {literary} To be the first to blame someone, lead accusers against a wrongdoer. Jesus said that a person who was without sin could cast the first stone. Although Ben saw the girl cheating, he did not want to cast the first stone....
40. Profit and Loss Dolores: Manuel in accounting is supposed to help me with this report, but he called in sick today! I can’t believe my luck. He’s supposed to be Training me in and he’s left me Holding the bag. Anton: Let me see if I can help. Dolores: I’m supposed to use the information from this Profit […]...