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1. Cheating on a TestOscar: What are you doing? Elena: I’m getting ready for the test. Oscar: By writing the answers on a cheat sheet? You’re not going To get away with That. Elena: I got a “D” on the last test and I have to do better on this one. If I don’t get at least a “B,” ... Читать далее...
2. Перевод слова adjustAdjust — подгонять, приспосабливаться, привыкать Перевод слова To adjust the blind — поправить штору adjust while running — регулировать на ходу adjust continuously — плавно регулировать I Adjusted the volume on the radio. Я отрегулировал громкость радио. He had to Adjust to the new climate. Ему пришлось приспосабливаться к новому климату. He paused to Adjust ... Читать далее...
3. Перевод слова injureInjure — ранить, причинять боль, вредить Перевод слова To injure oneself — пораниться, ушибиться crops injured by hail — побитые градом посевы to injure smb.’s pride — задеть чье-л. самолюбие She fell and Injured herself. Она упала и ушиблась. Two people have been critically Injured in a road accident. Два человека серьезно пострадали в автомобильной ... Читать далее...
4. Sports-Related InjuriesGrace: What happened to you?! Paul: I had a little accident at the game today. Grace: Little accident?! You’re Limping and obviously in pain! Paul: I just Pulled a muscle in my back and Aggravated my Runner’s knee, that’s all. It’s nothing to worry about. Grace: And you’re still recovering from the Sprained ankle, Concussion, ... Читать далее...
5. Work-Related InjuriesDarrelle: I just went to a Seminar about Work-related injuries. I really have to Rethink my Workspace. Kim: Work-related injuries? It’s not like we’re doing Heavy lifting every day. We sit at our desks all day. Darrelle: That’s the problem. Look at how you’re Slouching over your keyboard. Poor Posture can cause a lot of ... Читать далее...
6. Перевод слова hospitalHospital — больница, госпиталь Перевод слова Mental hospital, hospital for the insane — психиатрическая больница hospital attendant — санитар больницы hospital bill — счет за лечение в больнице She works at Hospital. Она работает в больнице. Hurry them to the Hospital! Быстро отправьте их в больницу. She phoned the Hospital daily. Она звонила в больницу ... Читать далее...
7. Перевод слова relatedRelated — связанный, родственный Перевод слова Related phenomena — связанные между собой явления related by marriage — родственники по мужу или по жене a related organization — родственная организация to be directly related to — непосредственно зависеть от I might be Related to him. Я, вероятно, имею с ним родственные связи. I am Related to ... Читать далее...
8. Buying Travel InsuranceJosette: I admit it. I’m a nervous traveler and I don’t like traveling internationally. Tae-jin: You could get Travel insurance. Doing that would make you feel more Secure, wouldn’t it? Josette: Maybe. What types of Coverage are available? Tae-jin: You could get insurance to cover Mishaps on the trip, such as cancelled flights or Missed ... Читать далее...
9. Значение идиомы survival of the fittest[survival of the fittest] {n. phr.} The staying alive or in actionof the best prepared; often: idea that those living things best ableto adjust to life survive and those unable to adjust die out. Lifein the old West was often a case of survival of the fittest. Withchanges in the world’s climate, dinosaurs died but ... Читать далее...
10. Hero cat saves baby from freezing to deathEat your heart out, Lassie! Masha, a long-haired tabby cat, saved the life of a baby abandoned in the streets of Russia — after she climbed into the box he was discarded in and kept him warm, health officials said. «The baby had only been outside for a few hours and thanks to Masha… he ... Читать далее...
11. After a bad accidentPatient: I’m in a hospital! Why am I in here? Doctor: You’ve had an accident involving a train. Patient: What happened? Doctor: Well, I’ve got some good news and some bad news. Which would you like to hear first? Patient: Well… The bad news first… Doctor: Your legs were injured so badly that we had ... Читать далее...
12. The good and the badPatient: I’m in a hospital! Why am I in here? Doctor: You’ve had an accident involving a bus. Patient: What happened? Doctor: Well, I’ve got some good news and some bad news. Which would you like to hear first? Patient: Give me the bad news first. Doctor: Your legs were injured so badly that we ... Читать далее...
13. Describing Speed and PaceChiu: Come on, Slowpoke, Hurry up! We’ll never get to the top of the hill if you don’t Get a move on. Sarah: There’s no way you’re going to get me to move at Breakneck speed. I’ve gone up at least 500 steps already, and my legs are about to fall off. Tell me again ... Читать далее...
14. A blind man is standing at the cornerA blind man is standing at the corner with his seeing eye dog waiting to cross the street, when his pooch lifts his leg and pisses down the side of his nice herringbone tweed trousers. The guy immediately reaches into his jacket pocket and retrieves a doggie biscuit which he starts to offer to Fido. ... Читать далее...
15. I have a dream to be a doctorВ топике У меня есть мечта – стать врачом, я расскажу о том, почему я хочу получить медицинское образование, стать практикующим врачом и работать в больнице. В нашей семье мой дедушка и моя мама – врачи. Мой дедушка – хирург, он очень внимательно относится к своим пациентам и искренне радуется их выздоровлению. Я его очень ... Читать далее...
16. The people are waitingUpon returning to their car from a shopping tour, one of the young ladies realized that she had forgotten to stop at the pharmacy for her birth control pills. She rushed into the nearest pharmacy and gave her prescription to the pharmacist. «Please fill this immediately,» she asked. «I’ve got people waiting in my car!»...
17. A little girl was talking to her teacher about whalesA little girl was talking to her teacher about whales. The teacher said it was physically impossible for a whale to swallow a human because even though it was a very large mammal its throat was very small. The little girl stated that Jonah was swallowed by a whale. Irritated, the teacher reiterated that a ... Читать далее...
18. The modest man is in the hospital for a series of testThe modest man is in the hospital for a series of test. One of the last test has left his system upset. Upon making several false alarms to the bathroom he decided the latest was another. He completely filled his bed up with human waste and was embarrased beyond anything he could possibly face. Losing ... Читать далее...
19. Construction Worker Hides Waldo On Site For Kids In Hospital Next DoorOne man is helping kids find a little joy. Jason Haney, a construction foreman, hides a life-size cutout he made of Where’s Waldo on site every day for kids who are staying at a hospital next door to find. «It’s just for the kids to get their minds off of things,»Haney told The Huffington Post. ... Читать далее...
20. Donating BloodMichelle: Did you hurt yourself? Gabriel: No, why? Michelle: You have a Band-Aid on your arm. Gabriel: Oh, that. I Donated blood today. Michelle: You did? That’s great. I’d like to donate blood, but every time I get close to a Needle, I feel Light-headed. I’m afraid if I Go through with it, and they ... Читать далее...
21. From rescuer to rescued: Doctor and paramedic save each other’s lives 30 years apartWhen Dr Michael Shannon saved the life of a premature baby 30 years ago, he would never have thought decades later, the favour would be returned. KTLA reported on Sunday the incredible story of two men in California who saved each other’s lives in two very different ways. The news station said that Dr Michael ... Читать далее...
22. Volunteer WorkSome people say that it’s Civic duty to «give back» to your community. That’s true but for me, I want to do some Volunteer work so that I can feel useful. I’ve been working at the same job for years and it’s not at all Rewarding. Yes, I Make good money, but I never feel ... Читать далее...
23. OprectomyKENMORE HOSPITAL 61 COMMONWEALTH AVE. BOSTON, MA. 02115 DATE:____________ NAME: ADDRESS: Please be advised that your Oprectomy operation is scheduled for _______________, at ___________(a. m.)(p. m.). The purpose of this Extremely delicate operation is to sever the cord that connects Your eyes to your rectum and hopefully get rid of your shitty Outlook on life. ... Читать далее...
24. Значение идиомы from the bottom of one’s heart[from the bottom of one’s heart] or [with all one’s heart] {adv. phr.} With great feeling; sincerely. A mother loves a baby from thebottom of her heart. John thanked his rescuer from the bottom ofhis heart. The people welcomed the returning soldiers from thebottom of their hearts....
25. Using the CopierTim: Damn it! Pam: What’s the matter? Tim: It’s this Copier. My Original didn’t come out of the Feeder and there’s a paper Jam. Pam: Let me see if I can Clear it. This machine is really Temperamental. Tim: Tell me about it. Pam: Okay, I found your original, but it’s Stuck. I’m afraid if ... Читать далее...
26. Seventy year old George went for his annual physicalSeventy year old George went for his annual physical. All of his tests came back with great results. Dr. Smith said, «George everything looks great physically. How are you doing mentally, emotionally and are you at peace with your self and have a good relationship with God?» George replied, «God and me are tight. We ... Читать далее...
27. Appearance: Legs and Feet — Внешность: ноги и ступниAt the hospital, Bill took off his sock and pulled his trouser leg up over his knee onto his thigh. The doctor looked down at the injured foot, which was already getting bigger and changing colour. «Hm. Nasty accident,» he said. «What happened?» «A skier smashed into my foot,» explained Bill. «Oh, dear. Very nasty. ... Читать далее...
28. Значение идиомы tune in[tune in] To adjust a radio or television set to pick up a certainstation. Bob tuned in his portable radio to a record show. Tomtuned in to Channel 11 to hear the news....
29. The organization is like a tree full of monkeysThe organization is like a tree full of monkeys, all on different limbs at different levels. Some monkeys are climbing up, some down. The monkeys on top look down and see a tree full of smiling faces. The monkeys on the bottom look up and see nothing but assholes....
30. Значение идиомы lust for[lust for] {v. phr.} To physically yearn for; hanker after; wantsomething very strongly. Ed has been lusting after Meg for a verylong time....
31. Cloning — КлонированиеThe idea of cloning has always stirred fervent debate. Some say it’s immoral and unethical, others agree that it’s a great breakthrough in medical science. Animal cloning has been introduced almost twenty years ago from now and this has opened a number of possibilities for human cloning. The benefits are mainly connected with producing spare ... Читать далее...
32. Three year old miracle girl found alive after 11 days in Siberian taiga — thanks to her puppyHer dog saved her by caring for Karina for nine days then returning home and guiding rescuers to her. Details are emerging today of the heroic rescue of the girl in the remote Sakha Republic, thanks to her loyal and loving dog. Karina Chikitova was huddled in tall grass after wandering away from home, apparently ... Читать далее...
33. Punishment that fits the crimeThree dogs are sitting in the waiting room of a vets office. One is a poodle, one is a schnauzer and the other is a great Dane. The poodle turns to the schnauzer and asks «why are you here?» The schnauzer responds, «I’m 17 years old. I don’t see or hear very well. I’ve been ... Читать далее...
34. Reserving a Rental CarI will be in Chicago next week and needed a rental car. I called up Bargain Rental Cars and made a Reservation. After I got through the Phone tree, I spoke with a reservation Agent. Agent: Welcome to Bargain Rental Car. Jeff: I’d like to reserve a rental car. Agent: What city will you be ... Читать далее...
35. Training Inexperienced EmployeesKazuko: I really appreciate you helping with the training of the Newbies. I couldn’t have done it without you. Martin: Don’t mention it. I remember when I was still Wet behind the ears and the Veterans in the company gave me the benefit of their time and Expertise. They Propped me up until I could ... Читать далее...
36. Calling an AmbulanceBrad: Are you all right? Lydia: What…what happened? Brad: You Lost consciousness and someone called 911. My name is Brad and I’m a Paramedic. Can you answer a few questions for me? Lydia: I’ll try. Brad: Have you ever Blacked out before? Lydia: No, I don’t think so. Brad: Do you have A history of ... Читать далее...
37. This woman goes into a dentist’s officeThis woman goes into a dentist’s office, after he is through examining her he says: «I am sorry to tell you this, but I am going to have to drill a tooth.» The woman then says with anticipated agony, «Ooooohhhh, I’d rather have a baby!» To which the dentist replies: «Well make up your mind. ... Читать далее...
38. Wounded elephant seeks help from safari lodge after being shot by poachersAn alarming sight to be sure — Ben, an injured bull elephant, approached the lodge to ask for help. IF YOU need further proof that elephants are highly-intelligent animals, this is it. Ben, an injured bull elephant — thought to be 30-years-old — gave staffers at the Bumi Hills Safari Lodge in Kariba, Zimbabwe the ... Читать далее...
39. Getting a Dream JobTandia: Do you want these Want ads after I’m finished with them? Hank: No, I’m not going to find my Dream job in the Classifieds. I’m going to have to get more creative with my Job search. Tandia: What are you looking for? Hank: I want a job that’s Rewarding and Fast-paced, and with good ... Читать далее...
40. Значение идиомы tear into[tear into] {v. phr.} To attack vigorously, physically or verbally. The anxious buyers tore into the wedding gowns on sale at thefamous department store. See: RIP INTO....