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1. Asking for a First DateNatalie: Hello. Sergio: Hi, Could I speak to Natalie? Natalie: This is she. Sergio: Oh hi, this is Sergio. How are you? Natalie: Good. How about you? Sergio: I’m great. Uh, well, the reason I’m calling is I was wondering if you’d like To go out sometime? Natalie: You mean on a Date? Sergio: Yeah, ... Читать далее...
2. Complimenting Your HostAnton: Jenny, you’ve Outdone yourself. This is quite a Spread. Jenny: Thank you. I’m glad you approve. Anton: Approve? I think everything on this table looks Exquisite and Mouthwatering. Jenny: That’s nice of you to say. I wanted everything to be perfect. Anton: You’ve Surpassed all expectations. If this food tastes even half as good ... Читать далее...
3. Passing Through Airport SecurityRoland: Why are you so nervous about flying? Natalie: I’m not nervous about being in the air. It’s going through Security. I hear it’s a Hassle and I don’t want to end up being Strip-searched. Roland: You won’t be strip-searched. All you need to do is to follow a few simple rules. When you get ... Читать далее...
4. Losing Employees to Other CompaniesDiego: That’s three in six months! Natalie: What’s three in six months? Diego: That’s three of this company’s employees who have been Hired away by other companies. First, there was Lamar. I wasn’t surprised that Headhunters were interested in Lamar, since he was clearly a Rising star. Natalie: Yeah, Lamar was a Tough loss. His ... Читать далее...
5. Flying on a Budget AirlineAnton: It’s amazing that we were able to get these airline tickets so cheaply. Federica: It’s great, isn’t it? We can fly to Lawrence City for a fun weekend. Let’s Check in using this Kiosk. Anton: Hmm, this is asking me to pay $50 to bring a piece of luggage aboard. I didn’t know there ... Читать далее...
6. Перевод слова detectDetect — замечать, обнаруживать Перевод слова To detect the murderer — найти убийцу to detect several mistakes — заметить несколько ошибок to detect a leakage of gas — обнаружить утечку газа I Detected agitation in his voice. Я заметил волнение в его голосе. These dogs are trained to Detect drugs. Эти собаки обучены обнаруживать наркотики. ... Читать далее...
7. Talking About WealthAnton: Look at that guy. He’s been in town two weeks and he’s already Throwing his money around. Vanessa: You know as well as I do that Money talks. He’s just trying To make a splash in the business community. Anton: If that were all he was doing then I wouldn’t say anything, but he’s ... Читать далее...
8. Перевод слова maskMask — маска Перевод слова Surgical mask — хирургическая, санитарная маска oxygen mask — кислородная маска ski mask — лыжная маска under the mask of smth. — под маской чего-л. Her sarcasm is a Mask for her insecurity. Ее сарказм — это маска скрывающая ее беспомощность и незащищенность. He Masked his disappointment Он скрыл свое ... Читать далее...
9. Profit and LossDolores: 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 ... Читать далее...
10. Alan MilneAlan Milne was born in London on the 18th of January in 1882. His father was the headmaster of a small preparatory school. One of the teachers at the school was the famous writer H. G. Wells. Milne went to Westminster School at the age of 11 and then went on to Cambridge to become ... Читать далее...
11. Stupid people fearingWANTED FOR ATTEMPTED MURDER (actual AP headline) Linda Burnett, 23, a resident of San Diego, was visiting her inlaws, and while there, she went to a nearby supermarket to pick up some groceries. Several people noticed her sitting in her car with the windows rolled up and with her eyes closed, with both hands behind ... Читать далее...
12. Conservationists dye rhino horns red to deter poachersOfficials in South Africa are taking the grave situation of the vanishing rhino population into their own hands — infusing their horns with red dye and toxins to ensure that poachers can’t sell the valuable body parts. More than 1,000 rhinos were killed last year and the Rhino Rescue Project has decided to do something ... Читать далее...
13. Retiring From a JobMeredith: Are you going to Stanley’s Retirement party? Oscar: Sure, I want a Glimpse of the future. I can’t wait To retire. Meredith: It’ll be a long time before you get the Golden handshake. Me? I may be ready for Early retirement. Oscar: Are you seriously thinking about taking the early retirement Package the company ... Читать далее...
14. Late one night, a mugger wearing a ski mask jumpedLate one night, a mugger wearing a ski mask jumped into the path of a well-dressed man and stuck a gun in his ribs. «Give me your money», he demanded. Indignant, the affluent man replied, «Hey, watch it — I’m a United States Congressman!» «In that case,» replied the mugger, «give me MY money.»...
15. Перевод слова attackAttack — атаковать, нападать Перевод слова Brutal attack — ожесточенная атака defenceless against any attack — беззащитный перед любым нападением an attack of dysentery — приступ дизентерии Acid Attacks metals. Кислота разъедает металлы. The Attack began at dawn. Атака началась на рассвете. She had an Attack of hiccups. На нее напала икота. Интересные факты Massive ... Читать далее...
16. Значение идиомы bright and early[bright and early] {adj. phr.} Prompt and alert; on time and ready; cheerful and on time or before time. He came down bright and early to breakfast. She arrived bright and early for the appointment....
17. Перевод слова readyReady — готовый, приготовленный Перевод слова Ready for use — готовый к употреблению ready for the press — готовый к печати ready for all emergencies — готовый ко всем неожиданностям I am Ready. Я готов. He was always Ready to help us. Он всегда был готов помочь нам. Ready, set, go! На старт, внимание, марш!...
18. Getting a Bad ReputationLance: Did you see Kim at the party last Saturday? Paulina: Yeah, I saw her. Why? Lance: She was wearing a Skimpy dress and all of the men were Leering at her all night. I used to think she was a Nice girl. Isn’t she worried that she’ll get a Reputation? Paulina: A reputation for ... Читать далее...
19. Childhood Illnesses and DiseasesRebecca: You look exhausted! Another tough day at the Daycare center? Puneet: Yeah, it was. This is a Record year for the kids getting sick. The Chicken pox is Going around. Last year, it was the Measles. The year before that, it was the Mumps. This year, it’s the chicken pox. Rebecca: You sent the ... Читать далее...
20. From a Southwest Airlines employee«Welcome aboard Southwest Flight XXX, to YYY. To operate your seatbelt, insert the metal tab into the buckle, and pull tight. It works just like every other seatbelt, and if you don’t know how to operate one, you probably shouldn’t be out in public unsupervised. In the event of a sudden loss of cabin pressure, ... Читать далее...
21. Перевод слова earlyEarly — рано, ранний Перевод слова Early morning — раннее утро early fruit — скороспелка, скороспелый сорт in the early 20th century — в начале XX века They must have come home Early. Они должны были прийти домой пораньше. I knew I had to get up Early. Я знал, что мне придется встать рано утром. ... Читать далее...
22. A man gets home early from workA man gets home early from work and hears strange noises coming from the bedroom. He rushes upstairs to find his wife naked on the bed, sweating and panting. «What’s up?» he says. «I’m having a heart attack,» cries the woman. He rushes downstairs to grab the phone for ambulance, but just as he’s dialing, ... Читать далее...
23. Biological Weapons — Биологическое оружиеBiological warfare is the use of any bacteria, virus or other disease-causing organism or toxin found in nature, as a weapon of war to incapacitate or kill an adversary. The use of biological agents for military purposes is not new, but before the 20th century, biological warfare took two main forms. The first is deliberate ... Читать далее...
24. Значение идиомы set on[set on] also [set upon] {v.} 1. To begin suddenly to fightagainst; attack fiercely. Tom was walking through the park when agang of boys set on him. 2. To cause to attack. Some boys went tosteal melons but the farmer set his dog on them....
25. Значение идиомы early bird catches the worm[early bird catches the worm] or [early bird gets the worm] Aperson who gets up early in the morning has the best chance ofsucceeding; if you arrive early or are quicker, you get ahead ofothers. — A proverb. When Billy’s father woke him up for school hesaid, «The early bird catches the worm.» Charles began ... Читать далее...
26. Значение идиомы x-raying machine[x-raying machine] {n.}, {slang}, {citizen’s band radio jargon}Speed detection device by radar used by the police. The smokies areusing the x-raying machine under the bridge! Y...
27. Airplane AnnouncementsI had to fly from Minneapolis to Los Angeles recently, and like most travelers, I’ve almost memorized the standard Safety announcement made by the Flight attendants. It goes something like this: Good afternoon and welcome to Flight 345, Service to Los Angeles International Airport. We appreciate your full attention to this important safety announcement. This ... Читать далее...
28. Garage SalesOne of the things I like to do on the weekends is go to garage sales. I’m a Bargain hunter and Collector, so garage sales are good places for me. I look in the newspapers or just follow Homemade signs To find the sales in my neighborhood. Whether it’s because people are doing Spring cleaning ... Читать далее...
29. Man goes to a fancy dress partyMan goes to a fancy dress party wearing only a glass jar on his p*nis. Lady asks, «What are you?» He says, «I’m a fireman.» «But you’re only wearing a glass jar,» says the woman. He says, «Exactly, in an emergency, break glass.» Pull knob and I’ll cum as fast as I can!»...
30. Значение идиомы rough-and-ready[rough-and-ready] {adj.} 1. Not finished in detail; not perfected;rough but ready for use now. We asked Mr. Brown how long it wouldtake to drive to Chicago and his rough-and-ready answer was two days. 2. Not having nice manners but full of energy and ability. Jim is arough-and-ready character; he’d rather fight than talk things over....
31. Spotting TrendsHeidi: You look very relaxed reading magazines in the middle of the workday. Tim: It’s my job. I’m Tasked with spotting new Trends. Heidi: And you do that by reading magazines with your feet up? Tim: Why not? I also Frequent places where Hipsters hang out, listening to their conversations and observing what they’re wearing, ... Читать далее...
32. Being Famous and AnonymousErik: Why are you wearing that Getup? Juliana: I’m trying To stay under the radar. I don’t want to create a Mob by going outside without a Disguise. People are going to Recognize me. Erik: So? Are you trying to tell me that you think you’re Famous after being in one play? Juliana: Of course! ... Читать далее...
33. Outdoor Sun ProtectionJune: Wait! You forgot your Sun hat. Wally: I’m not wearing that hat. It looks ridiculous on me. June: It’ll protect you from the sun’s Rays. You’re too Fair to be Outdoors for long without Protection. You don’t want to get another Sunburn. Wally: I’m wearing Sunscreen. I’ll be fine. June: This ChapStick has an ... Читать далее...
34. A gruesome discoveryA girl was intrigued at the kilt that a Scottsman was wearing, wondering what he would be wearing underneath. «What’s underneath your kilt?», she asked him. «Why don’t you take a look», he replied. Curiosity overcomming her, she lifted the kilt. then let it go,»Oh, it’s gruesome!» «Well, why don’t you take another look, it ... Читать далее...
35. Перевод слова fakeFake — поддельный, фальшивый Перевод слова Fake fur — искусственный мех a fake antique — подделка под антикварную вещь fake attack — отвлекающий удар; ложная атака He was wearing a Fake mustache. У него были накладные усы. The results of the experiments were Faked. Результаты экспериментов были подделаны. I hid my face in my hands ... Читать далее...
36. A bartender was getting ready to close for the nightA bartender was getting ready to close for the night when a robber with a ski mask burst in and pulls a gun. He yells to the bartender, «This is a stick-up! Put all your dough in this bag!» The scared bartender pleads, «Don’t shoot, please! I’ll do as you say!» The robber yells, «Shut ... Читать далее...
37. Political AdvertisingHilary: The Election is still two months away and I’m already Sick of the Political ads. Look at these Flyers we got in the mail just today, not to mention the Canvassers ringing our Doorbell nonstop! Bill: It’s worse if you watch TV, with Attack ad after attack ad. It’s gotten completely Out of hand. ... Читать далее...
38. Значение идиомы draw a bead on[draw a bead on] {v. phr.} {informal} 1. To aim at; sight. The deer bounded into the forest before the hunters could draw a bead on them. John drew a bead on the elk, but didn’t have the heart to pull the trigger. 2. To take as an aim or goal. «I’m drawing a bead ... Читать далее...
39. Пословица / поговорка early to bed, early to rise — перевод и значение, пример использованияПословица / поговорка: early to bed, early to rise Перевод: кто рано ложится, тот и рано встает Пример: The man believed that early to bed, early to rise was good for him and he always went to bed at 9:30 every night. Этот человек полагал, что рано ложиться и рано вставать было полезно для него, ... Читать далее...
40. Перевод слова cancerCancer — рак, беда, бедствие Перевод слова A cancer — раковая опухоль cancer detection centre — онкологический центр liver cancer — рак печени He died of Cancer last month. Он умер от рака в прошлом месяце. «How did she die?»She had Cancer.» «Как она умерла?»У нее был рак.» She works in the Cancer ward. Она ... Читать далее...