Значение идиомы any old how
[any old how]
[any old way] {adv. phr.}, {informal} Doing something in a casual, haphazard, or careless way.
“John,” the teacher said, “you can’t just do your homework any old way; you must pay attention to my instructions!”
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- Значение идиомы pay attention [pay attention] {v. phr.} To listen to someone; hear and understandsomeone alertly. “Pay attention, children!” the teacher cried,”Here is your homework for next week!”...
- Перевод слова careless Careless – небрежный, невнимательный, легкомысленный Перевод слова Careless driving – неосторожная езда careless of dangers – не думающий об опасности careless execution – небрежное исполнение It was a Careless mistake.... ...
- Значение идиомы harum-scarum [harum-scarum ] {adv.}, {informal} In a careless, disorderly orreckless way. Jim does his homework harum-scarum, and that is whyhis schoolwork is so poor....
- Перевод слова casual Casual – повседневный; непроизвольный, случайный Перевод слова Casual discovery – случайное открытие casual tone – небрежный тон casual perusal – беглый взгляд The house was full of visitors and Casuals.... ...
- Значение идиомы carry out [carry out] {v.} To put into action; follow; execute. The generals were determined to carry out their plans to defeat the enemy. John listened carefully and carried out the teacher’s... ...
- Значение идиомы right away [right away] or {informal} [right off] also {informal} [right offthe bat] {adv. phr.} Immediately; as the next thing in order; withoutdelay. Phil’s mother told him to do his homework right... ...
- Значение идиомы high sign [high sign] {n. phr.}, {informal} A silent signal of recognition, greeting, or warning; an open or secret signal between two persons. – Used with “get” or “give”. The Joneses saw... ...
- Значение идиомы bawl out [bawl out] {v.}, {informal} To reprove in a loud or rough voice; rebuke sharply; scold. The teacher bawled us out for not handing in our homework. Compare: HAUL OVER THE... ...
- Значение идиомы kick up a fuss [kick up a fuss] or [kick up a row] or [raise a row] also [kick upa dust] {v. phr.}, {informal} To make trouble; make a disturbance. When the teacher gave... ...