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1. Перевод слова volunteerVolunteer — волонтер, доброволец Перевод слова Volunteer evidence — добровольно данные показания volunteer concept — принцип комплектования ВС добровольцами volunteer donor — донор-доброволец The rescuer was a Volunteer. Спасатель был добровольцем. She joined in as a Volunteer. Она поступила добровольцем. She now helps in a local school as a Volunteer three days a week. Сейчас ... Читать далее...
2. Trying Unusual FoodsAntonio: What is that smell?! It Stinks! Candace: This is a dish my roommate taught me to make. It’s really good. Want a Bite? Antonio: You’ve got to be kidding me! You actually eat that? You can Stomach something that smells that Foul? Candace: Don’t knock it until you’ve tried it. I admit that it’s ... Читать далее...
3. Значение идиомы in favor of[in favor of] {prep.} On the side of; in agreement with, Everyone in the class voted in favor of the party. Most girls arein favor of wearing lipstick. Compare: IN BACK OF....
4. Перевод слова ChristianChristian — христианский, христианин, христианка Перевод слова The Christian commonweal — христианский мир law Christian — церковное право to turn Christian — обратиться в христианство She is an evangelical Christian. Она евангельская христианинка. Many of my friends are Christian. Многие мои друзья — христиане. It was a good Christian household. Это была хорошая христианская семья....
5. Значение идиомы curry favor[curry favor] {v.} To flatter or serve someone to get his help or friendship. Joe tried to curry favor with the new teacher by doing little services that she didn’t really want. Jim tried to curry favor with the new girl by telling her she was the prettiest girl in the class. Compare: POLISH THE ... Читать далее...
6. Перевод слова favorFavor — расположение, благосклонность Перевод слова Argue in favor of — приводить доводы в пользу odds in favor — благоприятные шансы under favor of the darkness — под покровом темноты May I ask you a Favor? Могу я попросить у вас одолжения? He tried to win his teacher’s Favor with flattery. Он попытался привлечь внимание ... Читать далее...
7. Перевод слова projectProject — проект, план, программа, проектировать Перевод слова Commercial project — коммерческий проект finance for a project — финансирование проекта to carry out a project — осуществлять проект to draw up a project — составлять, разрабатывать проект My Project failed. Моя затея не удалась. This Project looks fishy. Этот проект выглядит сомнительно. We teamed up ... Читать далее...
8. Перевод слова tasteTaste — вкус; склонность, пристрастие Перевод слова To develop a taste for opera — полюбить оперу educated taste — развитой вкус taste improver — улучшитель вкуса, вкусовая добавка He is not a man to our Taste. Он — человек не в нашем вкусе. It didn’t Taste much of ginger. Я особо не почувствовал имбирь. She ... Читать далее...
9. Feeding a Picky EaterJeremy: It’s really nice of you to make dinner for me tonight. Keeley: I’m glad to do it. You’re been so helpful to me, It’s only fair that I Return the favor. I hope you’ve Brought your appetite. Jeremy: You bet. Keeley: Great! Here’s the first Course, a light soup. How do you like it? ... Читать далее...
10. Biology ClassIn a biology class, the professor was discussing the high glucose levels found in semen. A young female (FRESHMAN) raised her hand and asked, «If I understand, you’re saying there is a lot of glucose, as in sugar in male semen?» «That’s correct», responded the professor, going on to add statistical info. Raising her hand ... Читать далее...
11. Polygamy andA child at a Christian school was studying the early days of Mormonism in his class. He wrote on his paper, «The early Mormons believed in having more than one wife. This is called polygamy. But we believe in having only one wife. This is called monotony»...
12. Two men were talking to each other about how pussy tastesTwo men were talking to each other about how pussy taste. The first guy said»I think it taste like cherry pie».The other guy said «I think it taste like shit».Then the first guy said «you are supposed to turn her over». $ $Sent by Don Chamberlin...
13. You can eat your plateTaipei, Taiwan (AP) — Diners tempted to lick a plate after a delicious meal can now go a step further — eat the plate. Chen Liang-erh, 50, an amateur inventor, announced Friday that he had perfected an edible plate made from wheat grain, and that he planned to mass-produce it and other edible crockery including ... Читать далее...
14. Значение идиомы to the kings taste[to the kings taste] or [to the queen’s taste] {adv. phr.}Perfectly; just as anyone could want it; very satisfactorily. Therooms in her new home were painted and decorated to the queen’staste. The soldiers dressed and marched to the king’s taste....
15. Перевод идиомы in bad taste / in poor taste, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: in bad taste / in poor taste Перевод: в плохом вкусе; грубый; непристойный Пример: The jokes that the man told at the dinner were in very bad taste. Шутки, которые этот человек рассказывал за ужином, были очень грубые и непристойные....
16. Значение идиомы turn the scales[turn the scales] {v. phr.} To affect the balance in favor of oneparty or group against the other. It could well be that the speechhe made turned the scales in their favor....
17. Borrow a sewing machine? Sacramento Public Library to start loaning more than booksSacramento Public Library patrons will soon be able to check out a variety of tools, technology and home appliances through a «Library of Things» program. Have you ever had the urge to play around with a music synthesizer or take a GoPro camera on an adventure, but didn’t want to own one? It may soon ... Читать далее...
18. Значение идиомы in bad[in bad] {adv. phr.}, {substandard} Out of favor; unpopular; indifficulty; in trouble. No, I can’t go swimming today. Father toldme to stay home, and I don’t want to get in bad. — Usually used with»with». Mary is in bad with the teacher for cheating on the test. The boy is in bad with the police ... Читать далее...
19. Talking About AstronomyDad: What are you working on, Honey? Mariko: It’s a Project for school about the Earth and its place in the Universe. I have to write a Report and build a Model of what scientists can see with a Telescope in Space. Dad: I can help you with that. I was always good in science, ... Читать далее...
20. 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...
21. How Chuko Liang Used A Lute To Single-Handedly Defeat An Army Of 150,000During China’s Three Kingdoms period there was a brilliant general and master strategist of Shu Han named Chuko «Sleeping Dragon» Liang. During the War of the Three Kingdoms, he had sent a majority of his soldiers many miles away before he was alerted that an opposing army of 150,000 was headed towards the small town ... Читать далее...
22. Значение идиомы old college try[old college try] {n. phr.} An attempt to win a favor from anotherby mentioning the fact that one had gone to the same college oruniversity as the party from whom the favor is requested. Since heneeded a job, he decided to use the old college try when he contactedJerry, but it didn’t work. Compare: OLD ... Читать далее...
23. Перевод идиомы in favor of someone or something, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: in favor of someone or something Перевод: в пользу кого-либо или чего-либо Пример: Most members of the city council were in favor of building the new stadium. Большинство членов городской администрации были за постройку нового стадиона....
24. Значение идиомы leave a bad taste in one’s mouth[leave a bad taste in one’s mouth] {v. phr.} To feel a badimpression; make you feel disgusted. Seeing a man beat his horseleaves a bad taste in your mouth. His rudeness to the teacher lefta bad taste in my mouth....
25. Meeting a DeadlinePam: You wanted to see me? Ed: Yes, I did. Have a seat. I want to talk to you about the Pulsen project. Pam: I know I’m a little late in getting that report to you, but I’ve been Pulling out the stops to get it done. Ed: But it’s still not done, is it? ... Читать далее...
26. Designing a BuildingKathy: Seeing these Blueprints really Brings this project to life. I can now Envision what this building will look like when it’s built. Brett: I’m really glad. As the Architect on this project, it’s my job to turn your ideas into Design. Kathy: You did a great job. Brett: I had the help of the ... Читать далее...
27. HomecomingFall is once again Upon us, and that means that Homecoming celebrations are Just around the corner. Homecoming is an American tradition each September and October for high schools and colleges where they celebrate their School spirit with a football game and other celebrations. I remember the homecoming events when I was in school. First, ... Читать далее...
28. TeamworkJeff: So, does that sound okay with you? Lucy: What? Oh, I’m sorry. I didn’t hear what you said. Jeff: You seem Preoccupied today. What’s up? Lucy: Oh, it’s this guy I know from this class I’m taking. His name is Richard. I think I’ve mentioned him before. Jeff: Yeah, sure, the guy you’re working ... Читать далее...
29. Перевод идиомы decide in favor of someone or something, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: decide in favor of someone or something Перевод: решить в пользу кого-либо или чего-либо Пример: The city decided in favor of building a new bridge over the river. Город решил вопрос в пользу постройки нового моста через реку....
30. Значение идиомы acquire a taste for[acquire a taste for] {v. phr.} To become fond of something; get to like something. Jack acquired a taste for ripe cheeses when he went to France....
31. Converting to Another ReligionDebbie: Okay, I’m off. I’ll be back around eight o’clock. Marcelo: Hey, where are you going in such a hurry? Debbie: I’m going to my Religious education class. Marcelo: Religious education class? What’s that about? Debbie: Well, I’ve decided To convert to McQuillanism. Marcelo: I’m not familiar with that Denomination. It is Christian, isn’t it? ... Читать далее...
32. Staying Home from SchoolCarin: We’re going to be late for school. Hurry up! Hwan: I’m not going to school today. I’m sick. Carin: You’re not sick. You’re Playing hooky. You’re not going To put one over on Mom. She’ll know you’re Faking. Get up! Let’s go! Hwan: No, she won’t, and why are you Giving me such a ... Читать далее...
33. Being Conservative and DaringWendy: I really don’t think Monty is the right person for this project. He’s too Conservative in his thinking. We need someone who’s a Risk taker. Burt: Monty will get the job done. That’s the most important thing. Wendy: Not if the finished product is Staid and boring. Our client won’t be happy with that. ... Читать далее...
34. When ‘thirty-seven-fifty’ for your wine means $3750You’re at a restaurant and can’t be bothered with looking at the wine list, so why not ask the waiter for a suggestion, right? But for one New Jersey man, this move led to an expensive misunderstanding. According to NJ. com, customer Joe Lentini was at Bobby Flay Steak in Atlantic City, N. J. when ... Читать далее...
35. Диалог на английском языке с переводом «Take after»Sally Селли Mark was called up again to Mr. Allen’s room. Apparently, he went against his class teacher again. Марку снова сказали явиться в кабинет Мистера Аллена. Видимо, он опять пререкался с учителем. Joey Джоуи They say he Takes after his elder brother, Bobby. He too used to get into a lot of trouble in ... Читать далее...
36. Перевод идиомы in someone’s favor, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: in someone’s favor Перевод: в пользу кого-либо, в чью-либо пользу Пример: The judge decided the court case in our favor and we didn’t have to pay the court costs. Судья решил дело в нашу пользу, и нам не пришлось платить судебные издержки....
37. Значение идиомы in one’s favor[in one’s favor] {adv.} or {adj. phr.} In a way that is good foryou. Both teams claimed the point, but the referee decided in ourfavor. Bob made good grades in high school, and that was in hisfavor when he looked for a job. Compare: COME ONE’S WAY....
38. High School ReunionWhen I got home from work, I opened my mail. The letter Turned out to be a bombshell. I Held in my hand an invitation to my 10-year High school reunion. It was a shock because I couldn’t believe it had been 10 years. The first thing I did was to call my Oldest and ... Читать далее...
39. 15 THINGS THAT YOU DIDN’T KNOW ABOUT AMERICAN PSYCHOIt’s been 15 years since Christian Bale brought the serial killer (?) and charismatic, Huey Lewis-obsessed Wall Street yuppie Patrick Bateman to our screens. People are still debating whether Patrick Bateman actually did kill all those people and went mad from this gory modern masterpiece. So, to celebrate the films 15th birthday, here are 15 ... Читать далее...
40. Перевод идиомы return the favor, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: return the favor Перевод: отплатить услугой за услугу; поступить хорошо с кем-либо, кто раньше уже поступил с кем-либо хорошо Пример: I returned the favor to my friend who had recently helped me to move from my apartment. Я помог своему другу, который недавно тоже помог мне выехать из моей квартиры....