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1. Значение идиомы exception proves the rule [exception proves the rule] Something unusual that does not followa rule tests that rule to see if it is true; if there are too manyexceptions, the rule is no good. – A proverb. Frank is very shortbut is a good basketball player. He is the exception that proves therule....
2. Пословица / поговорка the exception proves the rule – перевод и значение, пример использования Пословица / поговорка: the exception proves the rule Перевод: исключение подтверждает правило; нет правил без исключения Пример: All of the salespeople at the office are very talkative and outgoing but one person is the exception that proves the rule. He is very quiet and shy. Все продавцы в этом заведении очень болтливые и общительные, но […]...
3. Перевод слова exception Exception – исключение, возражение, неодобрение Перевод слова The exception proves the rule – исключение подтверждает правило by way of exception – в виде исключения I take exception to this remark – я считаю такое замечание неуместным Unfortunately there is an Exception to every rule. К сожалению, существует исключение к каждому правилу. The sanitary conditions were, […]...
4. Значение идиомы take exception to [take exception to] {v. phr.} To speak against; find fault with; bedispleased or angered by; criticize. There was nothing in thespeech that you could take exception to. Did she take exception tomy remarks about her cooking....
5. Значение идиомы rule out [rule out] {v.} 1. To say that must not be done; notallow; also: decide against. The principal ruled out dances onschool nights. The play was ruled out by the referee. Jeanprobably will not go to college, but she has not ruled that out. 2.To show that is not a possibility; make itunnecessary to think about; […]...
6. Перевод слова rule Rule – правило, норма, принцип; управлять, править Перевод слова Unanimity rule – принцип единогласия hard and fast rule – точный критерий to make it a rule – взять за правило to rule the market – господствовать на рынке It is a Rule with them. У них так заведено. This Rule applies to all. Это правило […]...
7. 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....
8. Значение идиомы ground rule [ground rule] {n.} 1. A rule in sports that is made especially forthe grounds or place where a game is played. – Usually used in theplural. There was such a big crowd at the baseball game, that theground rules of the field were changed in case a ball went into thecrowd. 2. A rule, usually […]...
9. Значение идиомы rule of thumb [rule of thumb] {n. phr.} A simple and practical method that hasproven successful or useful in the past. It is a very good rule ofthumb to look up all unfamiliar words in a good dictionary....
10. Значение идиомы rule the roost [rule the roost] {v. phr.}, {informal} To be leader or boss; be incharge. Jim is very bossy; he always wants to rule the roost. Who rules the roost in the Smith’s house? Compare: WEAR THETROUSERS....
11. Перевод слова logical Logical – логический, логичный, разумный Перевод слова Logical symbol – символ логической связи logical conclusion – логичный вывод logical behaviour – разумное поведение logical addition – логическое сложение, дизъюнкция It is Logical to assume that they will attend. Логично думать, что они явятся. It was a Logical deduction. Это был логический вывод. He tried to […]...
12. Ancients rule! A team of archaeologists was excavating in Israel when they came upon a cave. Written on the wall of the cave were the following symbols in order of appearance. 1. A dog 2. A donkey 3. A shovel 4. A fish 5. A Star of David They decided that this was a unique find and […]...
13. Значение идиомы abide by [abide by] {v.} To accept and obey; be willing to follow. A basketball player may know he did not foul, but he must abide by the referee’s decision. The members agree to abide by the rules of the club....
14. Перевод слова possibility Possibility – возможность, вероятность Перевод слова Within the range of possibility – в пределах возможного a degree of possibility – степень вероятности to have great possibilities – иметь большие возможности No Possibility must be left out. Ни одна возможность не должна быть упущена. There’s a strong Possibility that the concert will be canceled. Существует высокая […]...
15. Men writing the rules If Men Were to Rewrite “The Rules” Rule # 1 Anything we said six or eight months ago is inadmissible in an argument. All comments become null and void after seven days. Rule # 2 If we say something that can be interpreted in two ways, and one of the ways makes you sad or […]...
16. Перевод слова defeat Defeat – поражение, проигрыш, отмена Перевод слова To concede defeat – признавать поражение to defeat a motion – отклонить ходатайство the defeat of a bill – провал законопроекта We were Defeated by 3 goals to 2. Мы проиграли со счетом 3 : 2. She was a woman who hated to admit Defeat. Она была женщиной, […]...
17. Перевод слова agree Agree – соглашаться Перевод слова To agree on conditions – оговорить условия to agree to an exchange – соглашаться на обмен to agree reluctantly – неохотно соглашаться to agree on all points – договориться по всем пунктам All Agree. Все согласны. I Agree with you. Я с вами согласен. Agreed! Разг. решено!, по рукам! We […]...
18. Перевод слова accept Accept – принимать, соглашаться Перевод слова To accept a bet – согласиться на пари to accept a challenge – принять вызов to accept a condition – принимать условие I Accept your kind offer. Я принимаю ваше любезное предложение. Please Accept this small gift. Пожалуйста, примите этот маленький подарок. I cannot Accept your invitation Я не […]...
19. European Union The European Union or the EU is an intergovernmental and supranational union of 25 European countries, known as member states. The European Union was established under that name in 1992 by the Treaty on European Union, the Maastricht Treaty. However, many aspects of the Union existed before that date through a series of predecessor relationships, […]...
20. Значение идиомы eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth [eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth] A blow or injury should begiven back as hard as each one that is received; every crime or injuryshould be punished or paid back. In ancient times if a man’s eyewas put out by his enemy, he might get revenge by putting his enemy’seye out. […]...
21. Some relatives A couple drove down a country road for several miles, not saying a word. An earlier discussion had led to an argument and neither of them wanted to concede their position. As they passed a barnyard of mules, goats, and pigs, the husband asked sarcastically, “Relatives of yours?” “Yep,” the wife replied, “in-laws.”...
22. Перевод слова follow Follow – следовать, идти за, сопровождать Перевод слова Follow me – идите за мной this thought follows me everywhere – эта мысль не оставляет меня night follows day – за днем наступает ночь I would fain Follow your advice. Я с радостью последую вашему совету. You go ahead, and we’ll Follow on. Идите вперед, а […]...
23. Значение идиомы beaten path [beaten path] {n. phr.} The usual route or way of operating that has been conventionally established. If we always follow the beaten path, we’ll never have the courage to try something new....
24. New rules for bowling Supplemental Rules for Bowling If you holler “overs!” before the ball passes the arrows, you get to throw the ball over, unless of course, you get a strike. In which case, you can renege on the “overs”. When your team is about 10 marks down in the 8th or 9th frame, you can invoke the […]...
25. Значение идиомы live up to [live up to] {v.} To act according to; come up to; agree with;follow. So far as he could, John had always tried to live up to theexample he saw in Lincoln. Bob was a man who lived up to hispromises. The new house didn’t live up to expectations....
26. A blonde got lost in her car in a snow storm A blonde got lost in her car in a snow storm. She remembered what her dad had once told her. “If you ever get stuck in a snow storm, wait for a snow plow and follow it”. Pretty soon a snow plow came by, and she started to follow it. She followed the plow for […]...
27. Lost In The Snow A blonde got lost in her car in a snow storm. She remembered what her dad had once told her. “If you ever get stuck in a snow storm, wait for a snow plow and follow it.” Pretty soon a snow plow came by, and she started to follow it. She followed the plow for […]...
28. Перевод слова establish Establish – учреждать, устанавливать Перевод слова To establish a state – создать государство to establish a newspaper – основать газету to establish relations – установить отношения The school was Established in 1989 by an Italian professor. Школа была основана в 1989 г. итальянским профессором. The film Established her as a star. Фильм сделал ее звездой. […]...
29. Stress-Relieving Prayer Lord, Grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, The courage to change the things I cannot accept, And the wisdom to hide the bodies of those people I had to kill today because they pissed me off. And, help me to be careful Of the toes I step on today as […]...
30. Значение идиомы run true to form [run true to form] {v. phr.} To follow a usual way; act asexpected; agree with how a person usually acts. The little boy’sactions ran true to form. He bothered his mother until she gave himhis way. Compare: PAR FOR THE COURSE....
31. Значение идиомы follow in one’s footsteps [follow in one’s footsteps] also [follow in one’s tracks] {v. phr.}To follow someone’s example; follow someone exactly, He followed inhis father’s footsteps and became a doctor. Compare: LIKE FATHER, LIKE SON....
32. Значение идиомы hands-off [hands-off] {adj.}, {informal} Leaving alone, not interfering;inactive. The United States told the European governments to followa hands-off policy toward Latin America. I did not approve of hisactions, but I have a hands-off rule in personal matters, so I saidnothing....
33. Значение идиомы follow through [follow through] {v. phr.} 1. To finish a movement that you havestarted; continue an action to its natural ending. A footballpasser should follow through after he throws the ball. 2. To finishan action that you have started. Bob drew plans for a table for hismother, but he did not follow through by making it....
34. Значение идиомы follow one’s nose [follow one’s nose] {v. phr.}, {informal} 1. To go straight ahead;continue in the same direction. Just follow your nose and you’llget there. 2. To go any way you happen to think of. Oh, I don’tknow just where I want to go. I’ll just follow my nose and see whathappens....
35. Corporate Image Adam: With our Expansion into these new areas of business, I think we need to think seriously about changing our Corporate image. We’re much more than just a paper company now. Eva: I think you’re right. Our Brand has changed, and if we want to keep Brand loyalty, we need to think about protecting and […]...
36. Значение идиомы follow out [follow out] {v. phr.}, {informal} 1. To do fully; finish The boy followed out the instructions and made afine model plane. Compare: FOLLOW THROUGH. 2. To keep working at until it is finished; give your attentionuntil it comes to an end or conclusion. The student followed outall the index references in the encyclopedia until he […]...
37. Значение идиомы see the light [see the light] {v. phr.}, {informal} To understand or agree, oftensuddenly; accept another’s explanation or decision. I did notapprove of his action, but he explained his reason and then I saw thelight. Bill wanted Harry to help him, but Harry wasn’t in the mooduntil Bill offered to pay him. Then Harry saw the light. Marythought […]...
38. Значение идиомы take on oneself [take on oneself] or [take upon oneself] {v. phr.} 1. To accept asa duty or responsibility. He took it on himself to see that thepackages were delivered. 2. To assume wrongfully or withoutpermission as a right or privilege. You should not have taken itupon yourself to accept the invitation for the whole family....
39. Ending a Restaurant Meal Server: Can I Clear these plates and get them Out of your way? Alvin: Sure, we’re all done. Can I get the rest of that in a Doggie bag? Server: No problem. I’ll Wrap it up for you. Is there anything else I can get you? Did you Leave room for dessert? How about some […]...
40. Military work rules 1. Sickness: No excuses will be acceptable. We will no longer accept the Medical Officer’s statement as proof of illness as we believe that if you are able to go on sick parade, you are able to come to work. 2. Leave of Absence for an Operation: We are no longer allowing this practice. We […]...