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1. Значение идиомы on the bench[on the bench] 1. Sitting in a law court as a judge. JudgeWyzanski is on the bench this morning. 2. Sitting among thesubstitute players. The coach had to keep his star player on thebench with a sprained ankle. Compare: BENCH WARMER....
2. Перевод слова benchBench — скамья Перевод слова Garden bench — скамейка в саду small bench — скамеечка, табурет bench mark — исходный пункт, исходные базисные данные We sat on a park Bench. Мы сидели на скамейке в парке. He photographed the women sitting on the Bench. Он фотографировал женщин, сидящих на скамейке. Our team has a strong ... Читать далее...
3. Значение идиомы in terms of[in terms of] {prep.} 1. In the matter of; on the subject of;especially about; about. He spoke about books in terms of theirpublication. What have you done in terms affixing the house? The children ate a great many hot dogs at the party. In terms ofmoney, they ate $20 worth. 2. As to the amount ... Читать далее...
4. Перевод слова announceAnnounce — объявлять, сообщать Перевод слова To announce an engagement — объявлять о помолвке to announce a competition — объявлять конкурс to announce smb.’s arrival — извещать о чьем-л. прибытии We’ll Announce the winners next Sunday. Мы объявим победителей в следующее воскресенье. It is my pleasure to Announce that… Имею удовольствие сообщить, что… He Announced ... Читать далее...
5. Two old women were sitting on a bench waiting for their busTwo old women were sitting on a bench waiting for their bus. The buses were running late, and a lot of time passed. Finally, one woman turned to the other and said, «You know, I’ve been sitting here so long, my butt fell asleep!’. The other woman turned to her and said «I know! I ... Читать далее...
6. Two story houseA man appears before a judge one day, asking for a divorce. The judge quietly reviews some papers and then says, «Please tell me why you are seeking a divorce.» «Because,» the man says,»I live in a two-story house.» The Judge replies, «What kind of a reason is that? What is the big deal about ... Читать далее...
7. Значение идиомы warm the bench[warm the bench] {v. phr.}, {informal} To act as a substitute on anathletic team. Bill has been warming the bench for three footballseasons; he hopes that the coach will let him play this year. -[bench warmer] {n.}, {informal} A substitute player. Last year Tedwas only a bench warmer, but this year he is the team’s ... Читать далее...
8. Значение идиомы bring to terms[bring to terms] {v. phr.} To make agree or do; make surrender. The two brothers were brought to terms by their father for riding the bicycle. The war won’t end until we bring the enemy to terms. Contrast: COME TO TERMS....
9. Proffessional TermsThe pro quarterback was petitioning the court to have his recent marriage annulled. «On what grounds?» questioned the Judge, «This court does not take annulments lightly.» «Non-virginity,» replied the quarterback, «When I married her, I thought I was getting a tight end, but instead, I found that I had married a wide receiver.»...
10. The Big ScareLee was known among his friends for the punctuality with which he sent his wife her alimony payment each month. When he was asked the reason for his haste he shivered and replied: «I’m afraid that if I should ever fall behind in the payments to that witch, she might well try to repossess me.»...
11. Значение идиомы come to terms[come to terms] {v. phr.} To reach an agreement. Management and the labor union came to terms about a new arrangement and a strike was prevented....
12. Every damn timeSpeaking of divorce (I was), this woman petitions the court for a divorce on the grounds that her husband «beats her.» The Judge, wanting every detail asked how often it was he beat the woman. «Every damn time your Honor,» she sighed, «Every damn time!»...
13. Значение идиомы fork over a lot of money[fork over a lot of money] {v. phr.} To pay an excessive amount ofmoney often unwillingly. «According to my divorce decree,» Alancomplained, «I have to fork over a lot of money to my ex-wife everymonth.»...
14. Three little old ladies, sitting on a park benchThree little old ladies, sitting on a park bench. The town flasher comes by and shows them his ALL! The first little old lady had a huge stroke. The second little old lady had a little stroke. The third little old lady would have had a stroke…………….but her arms weren’t quite long enough....
15. Перевод идиомы on speaking terms (with someone), значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: on speaking terms (with someone) Перевод: в дружеских, хороших отношениях с кем-либо Пример: My mother is not on speaking terms with her older sister. Моя мать не общается со своей старшей сестрой....
16. Перевод идиомы come to terms with someone or something, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: come to terms with someone or something Перевод: договориться с кем-либо; принять что-либо; согласиться на что-либо Пример: We finally came to terms with the bank and were able to buy the house. Мы, наконец, договорились с банком и смогли купить дом....
17. Divorce decision«Mr. Clark, I have reviewed this case very carefully,» the divorce court judge said, «and I’ve decided to give your wife $775 a week.» «That’s very fair, your honor,» the husband said. «And every now and then I’ll try to send her a few bucks myself.»...
18. Two wives were airing their troublesTwo wives were airing their troubles: «I’d like to get a divorce,» said the first. «My husband and I just don’t get along.» «Why don’t you sue him for incompatibility?» asked the second. «I would if I could catch him at it,» replied the first....
19. Перевод идиомы on good terms (with someone), значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: on good terms (with someone) Перевод: быть в хороших, дружеских отношениях с кем-либо Пример: We have always been on good terms with our neighbors. Мы всегда были в хороших отношениях с нашими соседями....
20. The local courtroom was packed as testimony beganThe local courtroom was packed as testimony began in the sentencing hearing of a woman convicted of murdering her husband of 20 years by poisoning his coffee. The defense attorney knew he had his work cut out for him trying to make his client appear more sympathetic to the Judge, especially since she had been ... Читать далее...
21. Appeals Court Orders Woman Who Hid $1.3 Million Lottery Jackpot From Estranged Husband to Give It to HimA woman who kept $1.3 million in lottery winnings secret from her estranged husband to avoid having to give him half in their divorce settlement will now have to turn over the whole pot to him, this district’s Court of Appeal ruled Friday. Denise Rossi must give up her entire lottery share under a Family ... Читать далее...
22. Stupid people stories 02Stupid people DEADHEADS A man in Orange County Municipal Court had been ticketed for driving alone in the carpool lane. He claimed that the four frozen cadavers in the mortuary van he was driving should be counted. The judged ruled that passengers must be alive to qualify. THIS WOULD BE ME The judge called the ... Читать далее...
23. Proffessional Terms III can’t help but wonder sometimes though why lovemaking is almost always referred to in theatrical terms. For example, surely you’ve heard men refer to their «performance». Well, even these days I don’t have a lot of trouble with that. But… since I’m now past fifty, the «encores» are getting tuffer and tuffer....
24. Some fishing termsTen common fishing terms explained Catch and Release — A conservation motion that happens most often right before the local Fish and Game officer pulls over a boat that has caught over it’s limit. Hook — (1) A curved piece of metal used to catch fish. (2) A clever advertisement to entice a fisherman to ... Читать далее...
25. An old man is sitting on the park bench cryingAn old man is sitting on the park bench crying. Another old man sits down next to him and says, «Mister, what’s the problem?» The old man wipes the tears from his eyes and explains, «I’ve got this beautiful, 35 year old wife, and all she wants to do is make love from the moment ... Читать далее...
26. As US tourists in IsraelAs US tourists in Israel, a man and his wife were sitting outside a Bethlehem souvenir shop, waiting for fellow tourists. An Arab salesman approached them carrying belts. After an impassioned sales talk yielded no results, he asked where they were from. «America,» the husband replied. Looking at her dark hair and olive skin, the ... Читать далее...
27. Following a bitter divorceFollowing a bitter divorce a husband saw his wife at a party and sneered, «You know, I was a fool when I married you.» The wife simply sighed and replied, «Yes, dear, I know, but I was in love and didn’t really notice.»...
28. A man went to the doctor for a check upA man went to the doctor for a check up. «How do you feel?» asked the doctor. «Fine.» he replied. After a few more general health questions the doctor asked, «How many times do you have sex per month?» «About two or three.» the man replied. «You should be doing better than that.» the doctor ... Читать далее...
29. A recently divorced woman is walking along the beachA recently divorced woman is walking along the beach contemplating how badly screwed she got over the divorce settlement, when she spies a magic lamp washing up onshore. She rubs the lamp, and out pops a magical genie!! The genie notices her anger and lets her vent her troubles to him. As a consolation, the ... Читать далее...
30. One Sunday morning the pastor noticed little JohnnyOne Sunday morning the pastor noticed little Johnny was standing staring up at the large plaque that hung in the foyer of the church. The young man of seven had been staring at the plaque for some time, so the pastor walked up and stood beside him and gazing up at the plaque he said ... Читать далее...
31. Visiting a lawyer for advice, the wife saidVisiting a lawyer for advice, the wife said, «I want you to help me get a divorce. The Lawyer says OK, what are your grounds. My husband is getting a little queer to sleep with.» «What do you mean?» asked the attorney. «Does he force you to indulge in unusual sex practices?» «No,» replied the ... Читать далее...
32. Getting a DivorceNicole: I’m really sorry to hear about you and Catherine getting a Divorce. Tom: I appreciate it, but it was A long time coming. We’ve been heading toward divorce for years. I just hope it doesn’t get too Messy. Nicole: I don’t mean To pry, but didn’t the two of you have a Prenup? Tom: ... Читать далее...
33. A couple on their honeymoon woke up after their big nightA couple on their honeymoon woke up after their big night. The bride rolled over and said, «That was nice but tell me, what did my pussy look like before you rooted it?» The husband replied «Like a beautiful rose with drops of dew on it.» «That’s nice honey» she replied, «What did it look ... Читать далее...
34. It was a somber day in Disney landIt was a somber day in Disney land, Mickey And Minnie were in divorce court.. The judge was about to make his decision he said ‘Im sorry mickey, I cant grant you a divorce based on your statement that Minnie has prominant teeth» Mickey retorted » I DIDNT SAY SHE had prominent teeth, I SAID ... Читать далее...
35. Why lawyers should never ask a witness a questionWhy lawyers should never ask a witness a question if they aren’t prepared for the answer: In a trial, a Southern small town prosecuting attorney called his first witness to the stand — a grandmotherly, elderly woman. He approached her and asked, «Mrs.. Jones, do you know me?» She responded, «Why, yes I do know ... Читать далее...
36. SufferingA young couple on the brink of divorce visit a marriage counselor. The counselor asks the wife about the problem. She responds, «My husband suffers from premature ejaculation.» The counselor turns to her husband and inquires «Is that true?» The husband replies «Well not exactly, she’s the one that suffers, not me.»...
37. Talk to the judgeA judge, bored and frustrated by a lawyer’s tedious arguments, had made numerous rulings to speed the trial along. The attorney had bristled at the judge’s orders, and their tempers grew hot. Finally, frustrated with another repetition of arguments he had heard many times before, the judge pointed to his ear and said, «Counselor, you ... Читать далее...
38. A man and his wifeFlorence Flask was… dressing for the opera when she turned to her husband and screamed, «Erlenmeyer! My joules! Someone has stolen my joules!» «Now, now, my dear,» replied her husband, «keep your balance and reflux a moment. Perhaps they’re mislead.» «No, I know they’re stolen,» cried Florence. «I remember putting them in my burette… We ... Читать далее...
39. Hick computer termsRedneck computer terms Log On: Makin’ the wood stove hotter. Log Off: Don’t add no wood. Monitor: Keepin’ an eye on the wood stove. Download: Gettin’ the firewood off the pickup. Mega Hertz: When yer not careful down loadin’. Floppy Disk: Whatcha git from pilin’ too much firewood. Ram: The hydrolic thingy that splits the ... Читать далее...
40. A judge asked a defendant to please standA judge asked a defendant to please stand. «You are charged with murdering a school teacher with a chain saw.» From out in the audience a man shouted, «Lying bastard!» «Silence in the court!», the judge shouted back to the man. He turned to the defendant and said, «You are also charged with killing a ... Читать далее...