Enduring Hazing

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1. Buying Fake ProductsLindsay: Look at this Designer bag I bought. It was such a Steal! Rafael: Let me see that. You do know that this is an Imitation, not The real thing, right? Lindsay: What do you mean? Of course it’s real. Rafael: Where did you buy it? Lindsay: Well, there was a guy on the street ... Читать далее...
2. Buying Fake ProductsLindsay: Look at this Designer bag I bought. It was such a Steal! Rafael: Let me see that. You do know that this is an Imitation, not The real thing, right? Lindsay: What do you mean? Of course it’s real. Rafael: Where did you buy it? Lindsay: Well, there was a guy on the street ... Читать далее...
3. Getting a Mortgage LoanKiko: Figuring out how to fill out this Mortgage loan application is like trying to read a foreign language. I don’t know what all these terms mean. Rafael: Let’s see if we can figure it out together. I think we want a Fixed-rate mortgage, not an Adjustable-rate mortgage. We want To lock in a good ... Читать далее...
4. A Graduation CeremonyRafael: They’re playing Pomp and Circumstance and the Graduates are Filing in. Do you see your daughter? I don’t see my son. April: No, we’re too far from the field and everybody is wearing a Cap and gown. It’s hard to see who’s who. Rafael: Oh, there’s the Dean and I think that’s the Commencement ... Читать далее...
5. Перевод слова clubClub — клуб Перевод слова Tennis club — теннисный клуб nature-study club — клуб натуралистов-любителей to join a club — стать членом клуба Shall we go to a Club? Мы пойдем в клуб? You have to play a Club. Вы должны играть в клубе. I’ll see you at the Club. Увидимся в клубе....
6. Перевод слова dirtDirt — грязь Перевод слова To play in the dirt — играть в грязи to fling dirt about — злословить to scour the dirt off — отчистить грязь He treats me like Dirt. Он меня ни во что не ставит. We traveled over rough Dirt roads. Мы ехали по неровной проселочной дороге. Dirt had coated ... Читать далее...
7. New Year’s PartyI walked into the office and saw Rob with his Head down on his desk. I Tapped him on the shoulder. Christy: You look like you had a good New Year’s. Rob: Yeah, too good. I’m trying To catch up on sleep. Christy: Oh yeah? What did you do? Rob: I went to a New ... Читать далее...
8. Значение идиомы pay dirt[pay dirt] {n.}, {slang} 1. The dirt in which much gold is found. The man searched for gold many years before he found pay dirt. 2.{informal} A valuable discovery. — Often used in the phrase «strikepay dirt». When Bill joined the team, the coach struck pay dirt. Jean looked in many books for facts about ... Читать далее...
9. Значение идиомы the picture[the picture] {n.} The way things are or were; the facts aboutsomething; the situation; what happened or happens. Where doesSusan come into the picture. When you are looking for a job youreducation enters into the picture. Old Mr. Brown is out of thepicture now and his son runs the store. After the fight on theplayground, ... Читать далее...
10. Getting Around Without a CarCaitland: How are you planning on getting to school and to your job without a car? Bruno: I’ve Got it covered. I have my Skateboard. Caitland: Your skateboard won’t be any use on those Dirt roads. Bruno: No big thing. I’ll just take my Bike. Caitland: Your bike was stolen, along with your Rollerblades, remember? ... Читать далее...
11. At a NightclubMy friend Sabrina and I decided to go out dancing last weekend. We went to a Club called the Fine Line and when we got there, there was long line outside. That’s one thing I hate about L. A. clubs. The Hottest ones have long lines and it’s hard To get in unless you’re on ... Читать далее...
12. Значение идиомы rope Into[rope Into] {v.}, {informal} 1. To trick into; persuadedishonestly. Jerry let the big boys rope him into stealing someapples. 2. To get to join in; persuade to work at. Itwas Sue’s job to bathe the dog but she roped Sam into helping her. Mother did not go to the first meeting of the club because ... Читать далее...
13. Значение идиомы line[line] See: BLOW ONE’S LINES or FLUFF ONE’S LINES, CHOW LINE, DOWNTHE LINE, DRAW A LINE or DRAW THE LINE, DROP A LINE, END OF THE ROADor END OF THE LINE, FOUL LINE, GOAL LINE, GOAL LINE STAND, HOLD THELINE, HOOK, LINE AND SINKER, IN LINE, IN LINE WITH, INTO LINE, LAY ONTHE LINE or ... Читать далее...
14. Making a BetSuzanna: Hey, the Back of the line is over there. Ivan: I was here. I just Stepped out of line for a minute to get some cash. Suzanna: Yeah, right. I don’t remember you being in line Ahead of me. Ivan: Come on. Let’s do this. We’ll Flip for it. If it’s Heads, I win ... Читать далее...
15. Перевод слова joinJoin — соединять(ся), связывать, соединение Перевод слова To join the crowd — примкнуть к толпе to join in the conversation — вступить в разговор to join in marriage — объединиться в браке to join wires — (при)соединить провода Our paths Joined. Наши пути соединились. They Joined us for lunch. Они присоединились к нам за обедом. ... Читать далее...
16. Перевод слова materialMaterial — материал, вещество; материальный Перевод слова Building materials — строительные материалы fissionable materials — расщепляющиеся материалы insulating material — изоляционный материал This Material crushes easily. Этот материал легко мнется. He tackled his Material problems. Он взялся за решение своих материальных проблем. He’s a not bad leadership Material. Из него выйдет неплохой лидер....
17. Going to a Concert II (Fast)My friend Ben and I have been waiting a month to see our favorite band in concert. This was the night. We were so excited. In a small Venue like the Whiskey, there wouldn’t be a Bad seat in the house. So, we get to the Whiskey really early to find Street parking and Snagged ... Читать далее...
18. Значение идиомы eat dirt[eat dirt] {v. phr.}, {informal} To act humble; accept another’sinsult or bad treatment. Mr. Johnson was so much afraid of losinghis job that he would eat dirt whenever the boss got mean....
19. Значение идиомы dish the dirt[dish the dirt] {v. phr.}, {slang} To gossip, to spread rumors about others. Stop dishing the dirt. Sally, it’s really quite unbecoming!...
20. Значение идиомы cozy up[cozy up] {v.}, {slang} To try to be close or friendly; try to be liked. — Usually used with «to». John is cozying up to Henry so he can join the club....
21. Значение идиомы hit the dirt[hit the dirt] {v. phr.}, {slang}, {military} To take cover undergunfire by falling on the ground. We hit the dirt the moment weheard the machine gun fire....
22. And Badly-Behaved ChildrenJosephine: Hello. Ray: Hi, Josephine, it’s Ray. We have a meeting today at 10 a. m. and I was wondering if you would mind if I brought my kids with me. Their babysitter didn’t show up. Josephine: Oh, sure. That’s no problem. Your children are so Well-behaved. Even at their age, they have Impeccable manners. ... Читать далее...
23. Перевод слова picturePicture — картина, рисунок, изображение Перевод слова Picture book — иллюстрированная книга to draw a grim picture — нарисовать мрачную картину famous picture — знаменитая картина She is just a Picture. Она прямо как с картинки. You have Pictured her very vividly. Вы очень живо нарисовали ее. The Picture hung askew. Картина висела криво. Примеры ... Читать далее...
24. Reviewing Job ApplicationsMissy: Okay, let’s sort this Stack of applications into three Piles: good Candidates, those Worth a second look, and definite “no’s.” Jonathan: Well, that didn’t take long. With this poor economy, I thought we’d get An embarrassment of riches, but these applications are pretty Pathetic. I only see two of these people as employee Material. ... Читать далее...
25. In a RutWoman: What do you want to do tonight? Man: I don’t know. What do you want to do? W: I have no idea. Do you think we’re In a rut? M: What do you mean? W: Well, we do the same things every weekend. We go to the same restaurants. We see the same friends. ... Читать далее...
26. TraditionsA 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 ... Читать далее...
27. Значение идиомы dirt cheap[dirt cheap] {adj.} Extremely inexpensive. The apartment we are renting is dirt cheap compared to other apartments of similar size in this neighborhood....
28. The real treasureAn 8 year old boy walks home from school each day past an 8 year old girls house. One day as he is passing by, carrying a football, he can’t resist taunting the girl. He holds up the football and says, «See this football? Football is a boys game, and only boys can have a ... Читать далее...
29. Значение идиомы boys will be boys[boys will be boys] Boys are only children and must sometimes get into mischief or trouble or behave too roughly. Boys will be boys and make a lot of noise, so John’s mother told him and his friends to play in the park instead of the back yard....
30. Pop and Jazz MusicAbby: Hey, what are you listening to? Bill: Right now I’m listening to the Foo Fighters’ latest Album. There are some really good Tracks on this CD, including their new Single. Abby: Let me see Your iPod for a minute. It looks like you’ve got a Ton of good stuff Loaded up. I like Gwen ... Читать далее...
31. Participating in Internet Discussion GroupsDale: I didn’t know you read that Forum. What’s your Screen name? Jessie: It’s «jessiegirl,» but I don’t Post very often. I like to Lurk and follow the different Threads, but I prefer to Keep a low profile. Dale: Really? I post all the time. I just put my new web address on my Profile, ... Читать далее...
32. Feeling DisillusionedDaniela: I did it. I finally met Mandy Timpkin. Tony: Mandy Timpkin, your Idol? Daniela: Yeah, I stood in line for two days at her Book signing and finally met her. It was a big Disappointment. Tony: Really? I thought she Could do no wrong, As far as you’re concerned. Daniela: Well, that was before ... Читать далее...
33. Types of Students in SchoolCheech: Is this your old Yearbook? Boo: Yeah, I found it while cleaning out my closet. Cheech: Look at your picture! You look like you were an Honor roll student. Boo: Don’t be fooled. I was just an average student, not the Valedictorian, but not a Dropout either. Cheech: Who is that? She’s very pretty. ... Читать далее...
34. Значение идиомы lay on the line[lay on the line] or [put on the line] {v. phr.}, {informal} 1. Topay or offer to pay. The sponsors had to lay nearly a milliondollars on the line to keep the show on TV. The bank is putting$5,000 on the line as a reward to anyone who catches the robber. Compare: PUT UP. 2. ... Читать далее...
35. Ordering at a Sandwich ShopEmployee: Welcome to Grubway. What can I get for you? Jared: I’m still deciding. I’m trying to lose weight and I hear that eating a sandwich for lunch every day will help me do that. Do you guys have a BLT or a Club? Employee: We don’t have a BLT, but we do have a ... Читать далее...
36. A wish for ChristmasIt is around christmas time and santa is sitting in the middle of the mall in his big holiday setup. He has a line of kids lined up to sit on his lap and tell him what they want for christmas. As the line dwindles down; a little 5 year old boy comes up and ... Читать далее...
37. Job LayoffsPhillip: So, have you Heard the news? Mary: No, What’s up? Phillip: I just heard that the company is planning To lay off 20 percent of the employees in the next two months. Mary: You’re Kidding! I knew they were looking for some way To cut costs with the Lower profits this quarter, but I ... Читать далее...
38. Moshe Rabbinowitz decides to join the country clubMoshe Rabbinowitz decides to join the country club near his home. He goes in and is turned down flat because he does not meet their «standards.» So he enrolls in the finest schools to learn the art of being culturally rich. Moshe learns to cook the finest of foods, appreciate the best art, drive the ... Читать далее...
39. Giving First AidJeng: What did you do this summer? Cynthia: I worked at a summer camp as a Nurse’s aide. I thought we would be giving simple First aid, but you wouldn’t believe the kinds of Injuries the kids came in with. Jeng: You mean like Poison ivy, bee stings, bug bites, and Scraped knees? Cynthia: Yeah, ... Читать далее...
40. Перевод слова lineLine — линия, черта, ряд Перевод слова To draw a line from A to B — провести линию от A до B a long line of low hills — длинный ряд невысоких холмов long-distance line — междугородная или международная линия Hold the Line! Не вешайте трубку! He stood second in Line. Он был вторым в ... Читать далее...