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1. Getting an Advantage in SportsTammy: What are you doing this year to give your team an Advantage? Phillip: I Have a few tricks up my sleeve. We’re going to have a Winning season. Tammy: Are you going To start Wang? Phillip: No, I’m Redshirting Wang. I want him to sit out his first year so he can Sharpen his ... Читать далее...
2. Cancelling a ServiceDiana: You’ve reached Customer service for Bully Services. How may I help you today? Phillip: I’d like to Cancel my service. Diana: Why do you want to cancel? Phillip: I’m Switching to another company with cheaper services. I’m no longer Under contract so there should be no Early-termination penalties. Diana: Let’s take a look at ... Читать далее...
3. Different Political PhilosophiesCarla: Our government should do more to help people who can’t find jobs. Adam: Be careful. You’re starting to sound like a Socialist. Haven’t you always said that you’re a Staunch capitalist? Carla: Of course, I’m a capitalist, but that doesn’t mean I think the government should be completely Hands-off. We pay Taxes and the ... Читать далее...
4. Being an EntrepreneurI had lunch today with my friend Sam. She recently quit her job with a large company to Strike out on her own. She has always been an Entrepreneur in small ways, but she decided to start her own business. The Start-up she Launched provided technology Consulting services for small — to Medium-sized Companies. At ... Читать далее...
5. VW’s $1.85 Million Bugatti Escapes Cuts as Successor EyedVolkswagen AG wants to make sure this year isn’t the last chance to get a new Bugatti. There are fewer than 20 left of the VW unit’s Veyron, a limited production line of 450 Bugatti cars that start at 1.46 million euros ($1.85 million). Now VW is testing at least three different concepts for a ... Читать далее...
6. Перевод сленгового выражения jump ship, значение и пример использованияСленговое выражение: jump ship Перевод: уйти с работы; попасть из одной ситуации в другую Пример: When the company announced that it was losing money, many of its employees jumped ship. Когда компания объявила, что она теряет деньги, многие из ее работников уволились....
7. Перевод слова percentPercent — процент Перевод слова Percent by volume — объемный процент accurate within 1 percent — с точностью до 1 процента to overvalue the home by X percent — переоценивать дом на X процентов The value has increased half a Percent. Значение выросло на половину процента. I agree with you a hundred Percent. Я согласен ... Читать далее...
8. Перевод слова newsNews — новости, хроника Перевод слова What’s the news? — что нового? here is an interesting piece of news — вот интересная новость latest news — последние известия We heard that item on the late News. Мы услышали об этом в последнем выпуске новостей. That is no News. Это уже всем известно Pass the News ... Читать далее...
9. Business Emails and AbbreviationsDear Sam, I am writing to follow up on our phone conversation Re: the upcoming meeting. We’ve made good Headway in our planning, having Settled many of the arrangements, e. g., the date, time, and Venue. However, we still need to decide on the Agenda, i. e., who will speak, in what order, and for ... Читать далее...
10. Micromanaging the StaffBarry: Where are you going? Jane: I’m Checking up on Rudy. I gave him a Task an hour ago and I want to make sure he’s doing it right. Barry: You’re not Micromanaging again, are you? Jane: Of course, not. I’m only going To observe his work and make sure that he’s following the detailed ... Читать далее...
11. Значение идиомы bandy about[bandy about] {v. phr.} To spread rumors or whisper secrets. The news of Jim and Mary’s divorce was bandied about until everyone at the office had heard it....
12. Hiring a ContractorMy company decided that it was time to Remodel our offices and I was Put in charge of getting Bids from contractors. The trouble was, I had heard Horror stories From friends who did remodeling and I was worried about finding a company that would get the job done On time and Under budget. No ... Читать далее...
13. Limits to Advancement at WorkGloria: Did you hear that Manuel is quitting? He took a job with another company. Sam: I’m not surprised. He came up against the Glass ceiling and he decided To jump ship. Gloria: Really? I didn’t know he was Bucking for promotion. Sam: He’s been trying to become a manager for three years, but other ... Читать далее...
14. Negotiating PriceJustin: Hello. Rachel: Hi, Justin. It’s Rachel from McQ Corp. Justin: Oh hi, Rachel. Did you get our Bid for the job? Rachel: Yes, we did. We like your proposal, but we still need To come to terms on the price. Justin: We’ve already given you our Rock-bottom price because we want to get this ... Читать далее...
15. Questions and Answers at a PresentationOur company hired an Outside firm to Set up a computer system to help us Keep track of the progress on major projects. The company gave us a presentation on how the new system Worked. Afterwards, the employees got a chance to ask questions. Cecelia: So, In a nutshell, those are the Features of the ... Читать далее...
16. The last requestFather O’Grady was saying his goodbyes to the parishioners after his Sunday morning service as he always does when Mary Clancey came up to him in tears. «What’s bothering you so, dear?» inquired Farther O’Grady. «Oh, father, I’ve got terrible news.» Replied Mary. «Well what is it, Mary?» «Well, my husband, passed away last night, ... Читать далее...
17. Recovering After a SetbackCarl: Come on, let’s go. I have $500 Burning a hole in my pocket. Shelly: Where are we going? Carl: We’re going to the Track. I have a Tip on a Sure thing for one of this afternoon’s Races. This is exactly what I need after last week’s Setback. Shelly: You mean after losing all ... Читать далее...
18. Arriving for an AppointmentI arrived a little early for my sales appointment with the Office manager of Lyon Industries, and spoke to the Receptionist. Juri: Hello. I’m here for my 11:30 appointment with Sue Gibbons. Receptionist: What is your name? Juri: It’s Juri Lakoff. Receptionist: I’ll let her know that you’re here. [Speaking into the telephone] Sue, this ... Читать далее...
19. Working from a Home OfficeAdrina: So this is your new home office. It’s nice. Victor: It’s Functional, and I like it. When my company decided to lower its Overhead by Decentralizing, it gave employees the option to work from home. When I heard that, I didn’t Think twice about making the change. Adrina: I’m not surprised. Lots of people ... Читать далее...
20. Time Off from WorkMy buddy from college, Jack, was getting married and our friend Rob was planning a Bachelor party for him in Vegas. It was going to be the Last weekend of the month and I wanted to go. The trouble was, I was scheduled to work that weekend. I needed to get the Time off from ... Читать далее...
21. The definition of a phallic symbolThis girl walks in to a doctors office and she asks «Whats a failic symbol? Doctor says «you’re kidding..» Girl says «no! I don’t know! Whats a failic symbol???» Doctor pulls his pants and underwear down and says «You see? This is a failic symbol!» Girl says «Oh! Its just like a penis, only smaller»...
22. Значение идиомы plan on[plan on] {v.} 1. To have the plan of; have in mind. — Used with averbal noun. I plan on going to the movies after I finish myhomework. Mary was planning on seeing John at the baseball game. Syn.: FIGURE ON. 2. To think you will do or have; be sure about;expect. I’m hoping to ... Читать далее...
23. Rumors and SecretsJack: So, what do you think of the New guy? Kate: Oh, You mean Bernard? He’s okay, I guess. Why? Jack: Well, I heard that he left his last company under Mysterious circumstances. I tried to find out more from Libby, but she was very Hush-hush about it. Kate: I’m not surprised. Libby doesn’t like ... Читать далее...
24. Corporate SpyingJoachim: I’m really having Second thoughts about hiring a firm to do Corporate spying for us. I don’t want to do anything that’s Ethically questionable. Dawn: We have no choice but to do it. All of our competitors conduct corporate Espionage. Joachim: I can understand spying on our competitors, but I Draw the line at ... Читать далее...
25. Значение идиомы make something of[make something of] {v. phr.} 1. To make seemimportant. When girls see another girl with a boy, they often tryto make something of it. 2. To start a fight over; use as an excuseto start a quarrel. Bob accidentally shoved Bill in the corridor, and Bill made something of it. Ann didn’t like what Mary ... Читать далее...
26. Learning Work Rules and RoutinesI was happy to finally get a job, but I wasn’t ready for a first day of work like this one. … Boss: This is your first day and my job is To give you the rundown on how we do things around here. This is a Well-oiled machine. Everybody has To pull his or ... Читать далее...
27. Пословица / поговорка no news is good news — перевод и значение, пример использованияПословица / поговорка: no news is good news Перевод: отсутствие вестей — хорошая весть Пример: Although the woman had not heard from her son for several weeks, she believed that no news is good news and she did not worry. Хотя женщина и не получала известий от своего сына несколько недель, она считала, что отсутствие ... Читать далее...
28. Naming ChildrenCeleste: So, here is my Shortlist. Albert: A shortlist for what? Celeste: Baby names. Albert: We have months to decide. Don’t you think we should wait? Celeste: No, I want to be prepared. Here, take a look. See what you think. Albert: Ezekiel?! You want to name our child Ezekiel? He’ll be Teased by every ... Читать далее...
29. The First Use of ‘to Google’ on Television? Buffy the Vampire SlayerToday 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, ... Читать далее...
30. Значение идиомы work in[work in] {v.} 1. To rub in. The nurse told Mary to put somecream on her skin and to work it in gently with her fingers. 2. Toslip in; mix in; put in; When Mary was planning the show, sheworked a part in for her friend Susan....
31. Перевод идиомы break the news (to someone), значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: break the news (to someone) Перевод: сообщать кому-либо какие-либо новости, известия Пример: He is planning to break the news about his transfer tomorrow. Он собирается рассказать о своем переводе завтра....
32. Best Buy Confirms The Existence Of Its Secret WebsiteIn the wake of an investigation launched by the Connecticut Attorney General’s office, Best Buy has finally admitted that the now-infamous «secret intranet» (used to mislead in-store customers about BestBuy’s online prices) exists. The website looks identical to BestBuy. com…except for the prices. The secret website was first revealed by George Gombossy of the Hartford ... Читать далее...
33. Значение идиомы burst into tears[burst into tears] {v. phr.} To suddenly start crying. Mary burst into tears when she heard that her brother was killed in a car accident....
34. Planning a WeddingSeamus: What’s that? Cathy: It’s a planning book for our Wedding. Seamus: We aren’t getting married for a year and a half. Cathy: I know, but there are so many things to plan. We have to book the Hall far in advance, you know, and once we Set the date, we have to send out ... Читать далее...
35. Watching the Olympic GamesMary Lou: Am I too late for the Opening ceremony? Jesse: No, it’s just starting. The runner is just coming into Olympic Village with the Torch. Mary Lou: Oh, this is so exciting! I love the summer Olympics. Track and field, gymnastics, swimming – I can’t wait! Jesse: Oh, here come the Athletes from each ... Читать далее...
36. Значение идиомы keep company[keep company] {v. phr.} 1. To stay or go along with sothat he will not be lonely to visit with. John kept Andycompany while his parents went to the movies. I’ll go shoppingwith you just to keep you company. 2. To go places together as acouple; date just one person. After keeping company for one ... Читать далее...
37. Being Diagnosed With and Treated For CancerVivian: Do you see this Lump? I’m sure I have Cancer. Guy: Don’t Jump to conclusions. It could be something completely Benign. Vivian: I know it’s not benign. It’s got to be a Malignant tumor. The cancer is probably at Stage two or three already. The Oncologist will probably want to start me on Radiation ... Читать далее...
38. Driving a Company CarMichael: Shall we? Robin: Oh, this is nice. Did you get a new car? Michael: No, this is a Company car. Getting to drive one is one of the Perks of my new job. Robin: Does your new position Call for a lot of driving? Michael: It does. As the Regional supervisor, I have To ... Читать далее...
39. Dealing with Unhappy EmployeesAsa: I don’t know how we Got stuck with reviewing employee Complaints. This has got to be the worst job ever! Samantha: This is important work and somebody has to do it. Come on, let’s get started. Asa: I think it’s bad for Morale to allow employees to file complaints. We’re all Overworked and Underpaid, ... Читать далее...
40. Launching an Initial Public OfferingZoe: What are you looking at? Midas: It’s the Prospectus for Boogle’s IPO. I wish I could Get in on the Initial public offering, but since I can’t, I’ll buy stock as soon as the company becomes Publicly traded. Zoe: I’m not really familiar with how the Stock market works. You mean you’re going to ... Читать далее...