Keeping a high profile in an office

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1. Following a High-Profile Court CaseDanny: Have you been following the Schirru case? Carol: Yeah, I have. I think he’s Guilty. Danny: You’re kidding, right? He’s Innocent and this is a Show trial. The District attorney is conducting a Witch-hunt for his own Political Ambitions. Carol: No, he’s not. It is a High-profile case, but that’s only because he wants ... Читать далее...
2. Play the Office GameHere’s a way to spice up your office. Pick two or three colleagues and agree to play the Office Game which awards points as follows: ONE POINT Run one lap around the office at top speed. Walk sideways to the photocopier. Find the vacuum and start vacuuming around your desk. When they’re not looking, pour ... Читать далее...
3. Перевод слова cupboardCupboard — буфет, шкаф для посуды Перевод слова Skeleton in the cupboard — семейная тайна (скелет в шкафу) built-in cupboard — встроенный шкаф china cupboard — сервант; буфет cry cupboard — быть голодным This Cupboard’s full of junk. В этом шкафу полно хлама. It’s in the kitchen Cupboard. Это в кухонном шкафу. That teapot belongs ... Читать далее...
4. Перевод слова corridorCorridor — коридор, проход Перевод слова Curved corridor — кривой коридор come out into the corridor — выходить в коридор aerial corridor — воздушный коридор I heard a step in the Corridor. Я слышу шаги в коридоре. He rushed off down the Corridor. Он помчался по коридору. They staggered along the Corridor. Пошатываясь, они шли ... Читать далее...
5. Changed HR policiesCasual Fridays: Week 1 — Memo No. 1 Effective this week, the company is adopting Fridays as Casual Day. Employees are free to dress in the casual attire of their choice. Week 3 — Memo No. 2 Spandex and leather micro-miniskirts are not appropriate attire for Casual Day. Neither are string ties, rodeo belt buckles ... Читать далее...
6. Перевод слова disturbDisturb — тревожить, беспокоить, волновать Перевод слова Sorry to disturb you — извините за беспокойство to disturb the balance — нарушить равновесие to disturb the sample — повреждать образец I’m engaged now, don’t Disturb me. Я занят, не беспокойте меня. I’m sorry to Disturb you at such a late hour. Я сожалею, что побеспокоил вас ... Читать далее...
7. Organizing Your OfficeI have a very Disorganized office. My co-workers have been making jokes about my office for a long time, and my boss finally Cracked down on me. He told me: “Get the office organized by Friday – no excuses!” What choice did I have? I’ve always been a Pack rat. I hate to throw anything ... Читать далее...
8. Special High Intensity TeachingMemo to all students: In order to assure the highest levels of quality work and productivity From students, it will be our policy to keep all students well taught through our program of SPECIAL HIGH INTENSITY TEACHING (S. H. I. T.). We are trying to give our students more S. H. I. T. than any ... Читать далее...
9. Перевод идиомы make a note of something, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: make a note of something Перевод: записать что-либо, сделать заметку о чем-либо Пример: I made a note of the people that I was going to phone on the weekend. Я записал имена людей, которым собирался позвонить в конце недели....
10. Things That Sound Dirty At The Office But Are NotThings That Sound Dirty At The Office But Aren’t I need you to whip it out by 5:00! Mind if I use your laptop? Put this in my box before you leave. I want it on my desk now! Hmm.. I think I’m out of fluid. My equipment’s so old, it takes forever to finish! ... Читать далее...
11. A man answers the phone and has the followingA man answers the phone and has the following conversation: «Yes, mother, I’ve had a hard day. Gladys has been most difficult — I know I ought to be more firm, but it is hard. Well, you know how she is. «Yes, I remember you warned me. I remember you told me that she was ... Читать далее...
12. Значение идиомы out of keeping[out of keeping] {adj. phr.} Not going well together; not agreeing;not proper. Loud talk was out of keeping in the library. It wasout of keeping for the kind man to kick the dog. Contrast: INKEEPING....
13. HOT STEAMNew secretary (second day on the job) answers telephone as is told in official tones: «This is the phone company. We are testing a new circuit wiring scheme in your offices. Please keep everyone off the phones for the next 10 minutes. We will be verifying the correct wiring of your system by passing HOT ... Читать далее...
14. Asking Someone OutI walked into the coffee room and saw that Brad was writing something on a piece of paper. When he saw me come in, he Slipped the note Out of sight. Trisha: Hey, What’s up? Brad: Oh, Nothing. Trisha: What were you writing? Brad: (Laugh) All right. You Caught me in the act. I finally ... Читать далее...
15. 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...
16. Don’t Forget!An 80-year-old couple were having problems remembering things, so they decided to go to their doctor to get checked out to make sure nothing was wrong with them. When they arrived at the doctor’s, they explained to the doctor about the problems they were having with their memory. After checking the couple out, the doctor ... Читать далее...
17. Keeping FitThe fitness boom of the past decades led to a big rise in the numbers of people participating in sports and activities. Those who pursue the latest fitness fashion are convinced that staying in good physical form requires much more than regular exercise and balanced meals. For anyone who really wants to be healthy, fitness ... Читать далее...
18. Expressing Bitter FeelingsLaurent: I’m Done with women! They’re Liars and Manipulators. Julie: Let me guess. You’ve had a bad Breakup? Laurent: It wasn’t just bad. It was Monumentally awful. I’m never going to date again. Julie: You’re just feeling Bitter right now, but you’ll Get over it. You won’t always feel so Jaded. Wait a second. Did ... Читать далее...
19. Sister Ann, arent you putting on a little weight?«Sister Ann, aren’t you putting on a little weight?» inquired Father Dan during his visit to the convent, suspiciously eyeing her bulging stomach. «Why, no Father,» answered the nun demurely, «It’s just a little gas.» A few months later Father Dan put the same question to the nun noticing her habit barely fit across her ... Читать далее...
20. Keeping a Meeting On TrackLynda: Could I say one more thing about that? Bruce: I’m afraid we’re Running short on time. Maybe we could Wrap up this discussion now. Lynda: Before we leave this topic, though, I really think we should talk about next year’s plans. Bruce: That’s Outside the scope of this meeting. We can put it on ... Читать далее...
21. An Annoying Cell Phone UserCarl: I’m sorry, say that again. I couldn’t hear you Over that guy at the next table Shouting into his cell phone. Stephanie: That guy is so Rude. We’re trying to have a Leisurely conversation over a cup of coffee, and we have To out shout some Inconsiderate jerk. Carl: Do you think he realizes ... Читать далее...
22. A couple, age 67, went to the doctors officeA couple, age 67, went to the doctor’s office. The doctor asked, «What can I do for you?» The man said, «Will you watch us have sexual intercourse?» The doctor looked puzzled, but agreed. When the couple finished, the doctor said, «There is nothing wrong with the way you have intercourse.» And he then charged ... Читать далее...
23. 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...
24. Keeping their marriage togetherI know a husband and wife who have separate bedrooms, drive different cars, take separate vacations, work different shifts, have their own computers, and even have their own ISPs, separate e-mail addresses and Home Pages. They say they’re doing everything they can to keep their marriage together....
25. Перевод слова deskDesk — письменный стол, парта; стойка, касса Перевод слова Writing desk — письменный стол to clear one’s desk — навести порядок на своем столе front desk — конторка портье, консьержа He parked behind a Desk. Он устроился за партой. His Desk is always messy. У него на письменном столе всегда беспорядок. No one was manning ... Читать далее...
26. Next time you think your hotel bill is too high you might want to consider thisHusband and wife are traveling by car from Key West to Boston After almost twenty-four hours on the road, They’re too tired to continue, and they decide to stop for a rest. They stop at a nice hotel and take a room, but they only plan to sleep for four hours and then get back ... Читать далее...
27. Значение идиомы take note of[take note of] or [take notice of] {v. phr.} 1. To look carefullyat; pay close attention to; observe well. A detective is trained totake note of people and things. 2. To notice and act in response; payattention. Two boys were talking together in the back of the roombut the teacher took no notice of them. ... Читать далее...
28. Dealing With a Language BarrierCarol: Send another Memo to the Gibberese office. I think we Have our wires crossed again. Art: Don’t you think it would be better to call the office and speak to someone there? You might be able To get to the bottom of the Misunderstanding more quickly. Carol: I don’t speak Gibberish and we don’t ... Читать далее...
29. Перевод слова noteNote — заметка, записка; банкнта Перевод слова Critical notes — критические заметки short-hand notes — стенограмма notes on Tacitus — комментарии к Тациту a note of thanks — благодарственное письмо Did you read my Note? — Uh-huh. Ты читала мою записку? — Угу. Can you change a £20 Note? Вы можете разменять банкноту в 20 ... Читать далее...
30. Buying Office FurnitureNatalia: Is that the Office Shop Catalogue? Kei: Yeah, I’m in charge of Furnishing the new offices on the second floor. They need everything – Desks, file cabinets, bookcases – you name it. Natalia: That sounds like fun. I love shopping for new furniture. Can I help? Kei: Yes, definitely. I’ve picked out a few ... Читать далее...
31. The wealthy, high-society mother of a 17-year-old girlThe wealthy, high-society mother of a 17-year-old girl was concerned that her daughter was having sex. Worried the girl might become pregnant, and adversely impact the family’s status, she consulted the family doctor. The doctor told her that teenagers today were very willful, and any attempt to stop the girl would probably result in rebellion. ... Читать далее...
32. Пословица / поговорка live high off the hog / eat high off the hog — перевод и значение, пример использованияПословица / поговорка: live high off the hog / eat high off the hog Перевод: жить в роскоши; жить припеваючи Эквивалент в русском языке: как сыр в масле кататься Пример: I have been living high off the hog since I got my new job with its high salary. С тех пор, как я получил свою ... Читать далее...
33. In the Office and in the Factory — В офисе и на фабрикеThings in the office File, calendar, notice board, computer, monitor, keyboard, filing cabinet, desk, diary, calculator, drawers, wastepaper basket, briefcase. Office work Brenda works for a company, which produces furniture. She works in an office, which is just opposite the factory where the furniture is made. This is how she spends her day: She works ... Читать далее...
34. Keeping Fit and Doing Sports — Спорт и здоровый образ жизниPeople all over the world like sport. Sport makes you healthier, keep you fit and it is just a great pastime! International matches and tournaments unite nations; they play an important role in establishing good relations between countries. In Russia, a huge amount of attention has always been given to sport, especially in schools, colleges ... Читать далее...
35. At the Post-Office — На почтеI like to go to the post-office because post is one of the things that link people living in different cities and coun­tries. There are some counters at the post-office. At one of them you can buy envelopes, stamps, post cards. You can write a letter right there and post it or you can write ... Читать далее...
36. At the Post-OfficeВ топике На почте рассказывается, для каких целей существуют почтовые отделения. Вы узнаете, как нужно оформить посылку и как отправить письмо. If you want to buy stamps, postcards, envelopes, to send a telegram or money order, to subscribe to newspapers or magazines, you have to go to the post-office. At some post-offices there is a ... Читать далее...
37. A mother-daughter conversationA mother and daughter are sitting down over afternoon tea. The mother wants to show her daughter that she’s a hip parent and tries to get her daughter to open up and talk about dating boys and what it’s like for her. Mom: So….now that you have started dating, what’s it like getting intimate with ... Читать далее...
38. The office happeningsQuote from a recent meeting: «We are going to continue having these meetings, everyday, until I find out why no work is getting done». Quote from the Boss… «I didn’t say it was your fault. I said I was going to blame it on you.» A motivational sign at work: The beatings will continue until ... Читать далее...
39. Working Late at the OfficeI was so glad it was Friday afternoon. I’ve been thinking-TGIF-all day. I was On my way out of the office when I saw Nick sitting at his desk. Even though the office was nearly empty, he didn’t look like he was ready to leave. In fact, he looked like he was still Swamped with ... Читать далее...
40. Перевод слова phonePhone — телефон, звонить по телефону Перевод слова Phone booth — телефонная будка to leave the phone off the hook — не повесить телефонную трубку to call smb. to the phone — пригласить кого-л. к телефону to speak on the phone — говорить по телефону Can you get the Phone? Можешь принести телефон? I’ll Phone ... Читать далее...