Going on a Cruise

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1. A New Year’s Cruise My friends and I decided to do something a little different this year. Instead of going to a crowded club or throwing a party on New Year’s Eve, we decided to take a Harbor cruise instead. The cruise would be four hours long, and it included dinner, music, dancing, and a great view of the […]...
2. Athletes Behaving Badly Connie: I just got a call from Ron’s Agent. He’s In hot water again. Walt: Not again! What did he Get up to now? Connie: He got into another fight outside of a bar, and he’s in Police custody right now Cooling his heels. I don’t know what he was thinking. Walt: It’s the Off-season, […]...
3. The Bachelor Diet Monday Breakfast – Who can eat Breakfast on a Monday? Swallow some toothpaste while brushing your teeth Lunch – Send your secretary out for six “gutbombers” – those little hamburgers that used to cost a dime but now cost sixty five cents. Also order French fries, a bowl of chilli, a soft drink and have […]...
4. The bachelor’s diet Bachelor’s Diet MONDAY: BREAKFAST – Who can eat breakfast on a Monday? Swallow some toothpaste while brushing your teeth LUNCH – Send your secretary out for six “gutbombers” those little hamburgers that used to cost a dime but now cost sixty five cents. Also order French fries, a bowl of chili, a soft drink and […]...
5. Bargaining With Store Owners Connie: You speak McQuillanese. Ask the store owner the price of this Vase. Ivan: All right. He says it’s $60. Connie: That’s actually a great price, but let’s see if I can Talk him down a little. You should never accept the Starting price and the prices in these stores are all Negotiable. Ask him […]...
6. Перевод слова cabin Cabin – будка, каюта, хижина Перевод слова First-class cabin – каюта первого класса driver’s cabin – кабина водителя crew cabin – кабина экипажа We were snug in the Cabin. Мы уютно устроились в салоне. He repaired to his Cabin in the woods. Он возвратился в свою хижину в лесу. The Cabin was compact but perfectly […]...
7. Eating Breakfast Foods Emil: Look at this Breakfast buffet. Wow, I’ve Died and gone to heaven! Tammy: I think I’ll just grab some Cereal, fruit, and a Bagel. Emil: What?! How can you Pass up this amazing buffet? I’m starting with some Bacon, Scrambled eggs, and Hash browns. Tammy: I don’t normally eat a big breakfast. If I’m […]...
8. An old lady was standing at the railing of the cruise ship An old lady was standing at the railing of the cruise ship holding her hat on tight, so that it would not blow off in the wind. A gentleman approached her and said: “Pardon me, madam. I do not intend to be forward, but did you know that your dress is blowing up in this […]...
9. Types of Car and Vehicles Robert: Hi, I’m Robert. What are you In the market for today? Mary: I want to buy a new car, but I’m not sure what I want. Robert: Well, you’ve come to the right place. We have a very large selection of cars and Trucks – Just about any type of Vehicle you can think […]...
10. Catching the bear Two men went bear hunting. While one stayed in the cabin, the other went out looking for a bear. He soon found a huge bear, shot at it but only wounded it. The enraged bear charged toward him, he dropped his rifle and started running for the cabin as fast as he could. He ran […]...
11. Перевод слова lunch Lunch – обед, ланч, второй завтрак Перевод слова Half lunch – легкий завтрак alfresco lunch – завтрак на свежем воздухе box lunch – обед фабричного изготовления в упаковке They joined us for Lunch. Они присоединились к нам за обедом. They broke for Lunch. У них перерыв на обед. He blew $50 on Lunch. Он выкинул […]...
12. Getting a Massage Robert: Why are you Twisting your back like that? Staci: I’m in pain. My back and shoulders really hurt. I think it’s from sitting at this computer all the time. Robert: What you need is a good Massage. It can get rid of the Knots in your Muscles and get you some Pain relief. Staci: […]...
13. Being Cautious or Thrill-Seeking Paula: Did you get an invitation to Kip and Sheri’s wedding? Robert: Yeah, I did. I’m still trying To wrap my head around the two of them getting married. Never in my wildest dreams would I put those two together. It Boggles my mind that they’re In the least compatible. Paula: What do you mean? […]...
14. Eating at a Buffet I love eating at All-you-can-eat buffets. It doesn’t matter what kind of food it is, I’m Up for it. Last week, I went to a High-end seafood buffet with my friends. We walked in and the Hostess seated us at a table. She asked if we wanted to order any drinks. Drinks other than water […]...
15. Moonlighting Robert: You look Exhausted. You Must have been out late last night having fun. Muriel: I wish. I’ve actually started Moonlighting. I’ve decided to go back to school and need the extra money To make ends meet. Robert: Good for you. That’s great. Where are you moonlighting? Muriel: I’m working at the university library. At […]...
16. Going into the Military Chantelle: Attention! Aren’t you supposed To salute? Robert: You’re not my Superior officer. Stop Goofing around. I’m busy. Chantelle: You’re Packing already? You don’t need To report to duty for two days. Are you afraid they’ll think you went AWOL? Robert: I just want to be prepared. Now, leave me alone so I can finish […]...
17. Speaking About the Future Robert: These designs are really Futuristic-looking. Mara: I’m trying to be Forward-thinking and imagine what the world will be like in 50 to 100 years. Robert: You think that the world will be filled with Space-age gadgets like these? Mara: That’s the natural Evolution of Technology for the next 100 years, I think. We will […]...
18. Starting a New School Year Mom: It’s your first day at a new school. I’m worried about you. Paul: Mom, I’ll be fine. Mom: Do you have all of your books and Supplies in your Backpack? Oh and I’ve Packed you a lunch already. Paul: You didn’t have to do that, Mom. I was going to buy lunch at school. […]...
19. Two afroamericans Two afroamericans go in a bus. One turns to the other and says: “So, eMma comes first, then I come, then two aSSes together, then I come once again, Pee twice and then I come for the last time”. A woman standing by goes: “You, insolent, ignorant pigs! We normally do not discuss our private […]...
20. Types of Meetings Susanna: All right, then. This meeting is over. We’ll meet again next week for a Status update. Juan: Hey, do you have a few minutes to talk about tomorrow’s Teleconference? Susanna: Sorry, I’ve got to run. I’m late for my department’s weekly Brainstorming session. Can it wait? Juan: Sure, how about a Lunch meeting? Susanna: […]...
21. Air and Water Pollution Julia: Stop Poisoning us! Stop poisoning us! Robert: Why are you Picketing in front of this factory? Julia: This factory is Polluting our air and water. They’re responsible for Contaminating the Environment with dangerous Chemicals and Waste. Robert: But your entire family works here. Aren’t you concerned you’ll cause trouble for them and the other […]...
22. Перевод слова ship Ship – судно, корабль; перевозить Перевод слова Merchant ship – торговое судно ship of war – военный корабль to ship goods by rail – перевозить груз по железной дороге All the people were Shipped. Все поднялись на борт. The Ship will unload tomorrow. Судно будет разгружаться завтра. It was among the first firms to Ship […]...
23. Steve is going on an ocean cruise, and he tells his doctor Steve is going on an ocean cruise, and he tells his doctor that he’s worried about getting real seasick. The doctor tells him, “Just eat two pounds of stewed tomatoes before you leave the dock.” Steve says, “Will that keep me from getting sick?” The doctor says, “No, but it’ll look real pretty in the […]...
24. An On-Site Estimate I work for a Building contractor and I spend most of my workday giving On-site estimates. I mainly go to people’s homes, discuss the work they want done, Inspect the site, and give them a Quote. Robert: You want to Expand your kitchen, is that right? Abigail: Yes, with our growing family, we need more […]...
25. Перевод слова dinner Dinner – обед Перевод слова Cracking good dinner – отличный обед dinner companion – сотрапезник at dinner – за обедом Dinner is ready. Обед готов. Wouldn’t he stay to Dinner? Не останется ли он пообедать? We’re having ham for Dinner. У нас ветчина на ужин....
26. Значение идиомы at sea [at sea ] {adv.} or {adj. phr.} 1. On an ocean voyage; on a journey by ship. They had first met at sea. 2. Out on the ocean; away from land. By the second day the ship was well out at sea. Charles had visited a ship in dock, but he had never been on […]...
27. Types of Hotels and Accommodations Jamal: Have you found a place for us to stay in Chicago? Erin: I’m still Exploring the options. Instead of a Run-of-the-mill chain hotel, I thought we could do something different. Jamal: How different? Erin: I thought we might stay in a Cabin near the lake. Jamal: A cabin? That sounds a little too rustic […]...
28. 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 […]...
29. The Diet BREAKFAST 1/2 grapefruit 1 slice whole wheat toast 8 oz glass skim milk LUNCH 4 oz lean broiled chicken breast 1 cup steamed zucchini 1 Oreo cookie MID-AFTERNOON SNACK rest of the package of Oreo cookies 1 quart Rocky Road ice cream 1 jar hot fudge DINNER 2 loaves garlic bread 1 large pepperoni & […]...
30. Working in a Laboratory I was working in the Lab, as usual, when my Colleague brought his three-year-old son into work. … Tony: Hi, Gale. This is my son, Philippe. There was a problem with his Daycare today, so he’ll be spending the day here with me. I’ll teach him all about doing Research. Gale: I’m not sure this […]...
31. Перевод слова nap Nap – дремота, дремать Перевод слова After-dinner nap – послеобеденный сон to take a nap – вздремнуть to be caught nap ping – быть застигнутым врасплох I usually take a Nap after lunch. Обычно, я непрочь вздремнуть после обеда. She Naps everyday after lunch for an hour. Она спит каждый день после обеда в течение […]...
32. Значение идиомы throw together [throw together] {v.} 1. also [slap together] To make in a hurryand without care. Bill and Bob threw together a cabin out of oldlumber. The party was planned suddenly, and Mary threw together ameal out of leftovers. 2. To put in with other people by chance. The group of strangers was thrown together when the […]...
33. Перевод слова restaurant Restaurant – ресторан Перевод слова Buffet restaurant – ресторанчик, работающий по системе “шведский стол” decent restaurant – приличный ресторан to dine at a restaurant – обедать в ресторане We had dinner at a local Restaurant. Мы поужинали в местном ресторане. That Restaurant was a real find! Тот ресторан был настоящей находкой! The Restaurant opened earlier […]...
34. Значение идиомы at times [at times] {adv. phr.} Not often; not regularly; not every day; not every week; occasionally; sometimes. At times Tom’s mother lets him hold the baby. You can certainly be exasperating, at times! We have pie for dinner at times. Syn.: FROM TIME TO TIME, NOW AND THEN, ONCE IN A WHILE....
35. A stuffy matron is with a new man in a top restaurant A stuffy matron is with a new man in a top restaurant. The onion soup gets to her, and as the waiter is serving the main dishes she lets loose a bombastic fart. Trying to save face, she says to the waiter: “Sir! Please stop that immediately.” “Certainly, madame,” replies the waiter with a bow, […]...
36. My diet В топике Моя диета я рассказываю о своих предпочтениях в еде. Несмотря на то, что в нашей стране принято подавать на завтрак много высококалорийных блюд, обычно, я ограничиваюсь стаканом сока, чая, бутербродом или омлетом. В течение дня не часто удается нормально пообедать, поэтому для студентов, главный прием пищи – это ужин, состоящий из супа, второго […]...
37. Hiding from the Police I read an article in the newspaper this morning about a man who had been On the lam for 12 years. He was Wanted by the police because they believed he had committed a murder. But before the man could go to trial, he Bolted and left the country. He has been on the “Most […]...
38. A present for the anniversary A middle-aged Jewish guy is out to dinner with his wife to celebrate her fortieth birthday. He says, “So what would you like, Julie? A Jaguar? A sable coat? A diamond necklace?” She says, “Bernie, I want a divorce.” He says, “I wasn’t planning on spending that much.”...
39. Значение идиомы landing ship [landing ship] {n.} A ship built to land troops and army equipmenton a beach for an invasion. The landing ship came near the beach, doors in the bow opened, and marines ran out....
40. Значение идиомы heave to [heave to] {v.} To bring a ship to a stop; bring a sailing ship toa standstill by setting the sails in a certain way. “Heave to!” thecaptain shouted to his crew. We fired a warning shot across thefront of the pirate ship to make her heave to....