Some things never change

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1. Not that my wife is the jealous type or anything, but one day at workNot that my wife’s the jealous type or anything, but one day at work, I had taken this temp who was filling in for my secretary to lunch in gratitude for an outstanding job on a very difficult project. As luck would have it, there was my wife waiting in the office for my return. ... Читать далее...
2. An Irish man went to the courthouse to change his nameAn Irish man went to the courthouse to change his name legally changed. When he replied, the desk clerk asked «Can i help you sir?» Our man said «Yes, I would like to change my name.» «What is your current name?» asked the clerk. «Martin Arsehole,» replied the man. The clerk laughed, and said «I ... Читать далее...
3. 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...
4. Перевод слова changeChange — менять, изменять Перевод слова Change of weather — перемена погоды change of scene — перемена обстановки marked change — значительные перемены Can you Change the baby? Ты не мог бы поменять подгузник? The car needs an oil Change. Этот автомобиль нуждается в замене масла. He Changed his name Он изменил свое имя....
5. Change is always for the better — Перемены всегда к лучшемуA change is an act or result of something becoming different. It can be also a fact of a situation, a place or an experience being different from what is usual and therefore likely to be interesting, enjoyable, etc. «Chocolat» is a film that is one of the brightest illustrations for an act of change. ... Читать далее...
6. Значение идиомы change of pace[change of pace] {n. phr.} A quick change in what you are doing. John studied for three hours and then read a comic book for a change of pace. The doctor told the man he needed a change of pace....
7. Значение идиомы change of heart[change of heart] {n. phr.} A change in the way one feels or thinks about a given task, idea or problem to be solved. Joan had a change of heart and suddenly broke off her engagement to Tim. Fred got admitted to medical school, but he had a change of heart and decided to go ... Читать далее...
8. Перевод слова wageWage — заработная плата; проводить, осуществлять Перевод слова To wage a campaign — проводить кампанию to wage a contest — состязаться, соревноваться wage scale — шкала заработной платы; расценки dismissal wage — выходное пособие He earned a substantial Wage. Он получал приличную зарплату. The Wages of sin is death. Расплата за грехи — смерть. Napoleon ... Читать далее...
9. Military work rules1. 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 ... Читать далее...
10. How many managers does it take to change a light bulb?Q: How many managers does it take to change a light bulb? A: We’ve formed a task force to study the problem of why light bulbs burn out, and figure out what, exactly, we as supervisors can do to make the bulbs work smarter, not harder....
11. Перевод идиомы when least expected, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: when least expected Перевод: когда кто-либо совсем не ожидает чего-либо Пример: When least expected the secretary always asks for time off from work. Секретарь всегда отпрашивается с работы, когда этого меньше всего ждешь....
12. Значение идиомы change one’s tune[change one’s tune] {v. phr.}, {informal} To make a change in your story, statement, or claim; change your way of acting. The man said he was innocent, but when they found the stolen money in his pocket he changed his tune. Bob was rude to his teacher, but she threatened to tell the principal and ... Читать далее...
13. Перевод слова minimumMinimum — минимум Перевод слова Minimum custody — режим минимальной изоляции angle of minimum deflection — угол наименьшего отклонения to hold price increases to a minimum — сдерживать рост цен Its Minimum height from the sea is 900 feet. Его минимальная высота над уровнем моря — 900 футов. The Minimum of time had been given ... Читать далее...
14. Значение идиомы change horses in the middle of a stream[change horses in the middle of a stream] or [change horses in midstream] {v. phr.} To make new plans or choose a new leader in the middle of an important activity. When a new President is to be elected during a war, the people may decide not to change horses in the middle of a ... Читать далее...
15. How to Change Your LifeВ топике Как изменить свою жизнь даются хорошие советы, как можно изменить свою жизнь, внося даже небольшие изменения в каждодневную рутину. Очень важно намечать долгосрочные планы, ставить важные цели и время от времени анализировать свою жизнь: соответствует ли то, как ты живешь, твоим ожиданиям? Что можно исправить и что нужно сделать, чтобы жизнь становилась только ... Читать далее...
16. A Change Of VowsDuring the wedding rehearsal, the groom approached the pastor with an unusual offer. «Look, I’ll give you $100 if you’ll change the wedding vows. When you get to me and the part where I’m to promise to ‘love, honor and obey’ and ‘forsaking all others, be faithful to her forever,’ I’d appreciate it if you’d ... Читать далее...
17. Значение идиомы change hands[change hands] {v. phr.} To change or transfer ownership. Ever since our apartment building changed hands, things are working a lot better....
18. Getting Through on the PhoneI have been trying to get a meeting with the CEO of Medofact to talk about a Partnership between our company and theirs. But I’ve had a hard time trying to Get through on the phone. First, there was the phone tree. I had to go through three Menus before I got the Option to ... Читать далее...
19. A little changeThe patient shook his doctor’s hand in gratitude and said: «Since we are the best of friends, I would not want to insult you by offering payment. But I would like for you to know that I had mentioned you in my will.» «That is very kind of you,» said the doctor emotionally, and then ... Читать далее...
20. Перевод идиомы have a change of heart, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: have a change of heart Перевод: изменить свое отношение или решение (обычно с отрицательного на положительное) Пример: I had a change of heart and will let my friend use my car tomorrow. Я поменял свое решение и дам завтра моему другу попользоваться машиной....
21. Перевод идиомы change of scenery, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: change of scenery Перевод: смена обстановки; какое-либо другое место, где все по-другому Пример: My sister and her husband have decided to move because they want a change of scenery. Моя сестра и ее муж решили переехать, потому что им требовалась смена обстановки....
22. Перевод идиомы change the subject, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: change the subject Перевод: сменить тему разговора Пример: I tried to change the subject when my friend began to talk about the money that I owed him. Я попытался поменять тему разговора, когда мой друг начал говорить о деньгах, которые я ему задолжал....
23. Перевод идиомы change of heart, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: change of heart Перевод: перемена чьих-либо чувств, мыслей, отношения касательно чего-либо или кого-либо Пример: The woman had a change of heart and decided to let her child go to the circus. Женщина передумала и решила отпустить своего ребенка в цирк....
24. Пословица / поговорка times change — перевод и значение, пример использованияПословица / поговорка: times change Перевод: времена меняются Пример: Times change and when my friend went to buy some tapes for her tape recorder she found that they were no longer being produced. Времена меняются, и когда моя подруга пошла купить пленки для магнитофона, она узнала, что их больше не производят....
25. 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...
26. Перевод слова secretarySecretary — секретарь Перевод слова Press secretary — пресс-секретарь executive secretary — ответственный секретарь chartered secretary — управляющий делами They traced the leak to a Secretary. Они выяснили, что утечка информации шла от секретарши. We require our Secretary to be on time. Мы требуем от нашего секретаря чтобы он приходил во время. She is a ... Читать далее...
27. 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...
28. Пословица / поговорка a leopard can’t change his spots — перевод и значение, пример использованияПословица / поговорка: a leopard can’t change his spots Перевод: барс не может изменить свои пятна; человек не может изменить свою природу Пример: The supervisor tried to have a good relationship with his staff but a leopard can’t change his spots and he still had problems with those around him. Менеджер старался быть в хороших ... Читать далее...
29. Mr. Jones had hired a new secretaryMr. Jones had hired a new secretary. She was young, sweet and very polite. While taking dictation one morning, she noticed that his fly was open. Upon leaving the room she said, «Mr. Jones, your barracks door is open.» He was puzzled by her remark, but later that day he noticed that his zipper was ... Читать далее...
30. Annoying some waiters10. Eight hour lunch, two dollar tip. 9. Ask, «Excuse me, are you a really bad singer, or a really bad actor?» 8. After he describes each special, you shout, «Garbage!» 7. Whenever he walks by, cough and mutter, «Minimum wage». 6. Every few seconds, yell, «More waffles, Cuomo!» 5. Insist that before ordering, you ... Читать далее...
31. Change the world yourself — Измени мир самForeign languages are of paramount importance for everyday life. The world is no longer a combination of separate countries; it is a complex of interrelated parts, connected in many ways. Learning a foreign language is a very useful skill. Firstly, it aids communication and global understanding. Secondly, it helps cultural exchange. Thirdly, you can find ... Читать далее...
32. Hiring Temp WorkersBethany: I just talked to Steve about hiring Replacements for Cyril, who quit last month and for Megan, who is leaving at the end of this week. Do you know what he told me? He doesn’t want to hire Permanent replacements. He wants To make do with Temps! Enrique: I can see it from Steve’s ... Читать далее...
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34. Change your course nowThis is the transcript of an actual radio conversation of a US naval ship with Canadian authorities off the coast of Newfoundland in October, 1995. Radio conversation released by the Chief of Naval Operations on November 10, 1995. Americans: Please divert your course 15 degrees to the North to avoid a collision. Canadians: Recommend you ... Читать далее...
35. Перевод идиомы a lost cause, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: a lost cause Перевод: безнадежное дело Пример: Trying to change the work habits of our secretary is a lost cause. She will never change. Пытаться изменить рабочие привычки нашего секретаря — это безнадежное дело. Она никогда не поменяется....
36. Значение идиомы change off[change off] {v.}, {informal} To take turns doing something; alternate. John and Bill changed off at riding the bicycle. Bob painted one patch of wall and then he changed off with Tom....
37. Saintly NaiveteI’ve never been much on fashion, but got quite a few compliments on a new sports jacket I wore to work one day. My secretary asked me where I got it and I told her that it was a surprise from my wife. I went home early yesterday, and there it was, on the back ... Читать далее...
38. Returning from her vacationReturning from her vacation, the young secretary was telling anyone who would listen about what a fun time she had. She then asked for two weeks leave in which to get married. «But you just had two weeks off,» said the boss. «Why didn’t you get married then?» «What and ruin my vacation?» she whined....
39. Значение идиомы change one’s mind[change one’s mind] {v. phr.} To alter one’s opinion or judgment on a given issue. I used to hate Chicago, but as the years passed I gradually changed my mind and now I actually love living here....
40. Перевод слова pleasurePleasure — удовольствие, наслаждение Перевод слова Pleasure to come — предвкушаемое удовольствие life of pleasure — жизнь, полная наслаждений to forgo a pleasure — воздерживаться, отказываться от удовольствия He laughed his Pleasure. Он рассмеялся от удовольствия. He spent his income all on Pleasure. Он тратил деньги только на развлечения. It is my Pleasure to announce ... Читать далее...