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1. Перевод слова disciplineDiscipline — дисциплина, обучение Перевод слова To keep children under discipline — держать детей в руках to enforce discipline — вводить жесткую дисциплину violation of discipline — нарушение порядка intellectual discipline — тренировка ума I’m trying to Discipline myself to eat less. Я пытаюсь дисциплинировать себя, чтобы меньше есть. Parents must Discipline their children. Родители ... Читать далее...
2. Перевод слова graduateGraduate — выпускник (университета); окончить (учебное заведение) Перевод слова He is an Oxford graduate — он окончил Оксфордский университет to graduate from Harvard — окончить Гарвардский университет to graduate with honors — заканчивать с отличием to graduate from high school — закончить среднюю школу He is taking Graduate classes at the university. Он принимает выпускные ... Читать далее...
3. Значение идиомы nothing succeeds like success[nothing succeeds like success] Success in one thing makes successin other things easier; people like a successful person. — A proverb. The girls all like Bob because he is football captain. Nothingsucceeds like success....
4. Значение идиомы account[account] See: CALL TO ACCOUNT, CHARGE ACCOUNT, LEAVE OUT OF ACCOUNT, ON ACCOUNT, ON ACCOUNT OF, ON ONE’S ACCOUNT, ON ONE’S OWN ACCOUNT, SAVINGS ACCOUNT, TAKE INTO ACCOUNT....
5. Перевод слова undergoUndergo — испытывать, подвергаться Перевод слова To undergo an operation — подвергнуться операции to undergo hardships — терпеть лишения to undergo an ordeal — подвергнуться суровому испытанию He Underwent a great change. Он очень изменился. His views Underwent a very thorough change in course of time. Его взгляды сильно изменились с течением времени. They Underwent ... Читать далее...
6. Dropping Out of CollegeAaron: Mom, I have something to tell you and you’re not going to like it. Margo: What is it? Aaron: I’m Dropping out of college. I want to get out into The real world and get a job. I’m wasting time in school. Margo: You’ll get a better job if you stay in school and ... Читать далее...
7. Значение идиомы rate with someone[rate with someone] {v. phr.} To be esteemed highly by another. The professor really rates with both the graduate students and theundergraduates....
8. Значение идиомы call to account[call to account] {v. phr.} 1. To ask to explain why he did something wrong. The principal called Jim to account after Jim left school early without permission. 2. To scold ; reprimand. The father called his son to account for disobeying him....
9. After their love-making session the young bride asks her husbandAfter their love-making session the young bride asks her husband «Was making love to me really the same as making love to Marilyn Monroe?» «Yes, she’s dead to!»»Was making love to me really the same as making love to Marilyn Monroe?» «Yes, she’s dead to!»...
10. Значение идиомы shudder to think[shudder to think] {v. phr.} To be afraid; hate to think aboutsomething. The professor is so strict I shudder to think what hisfinal exam questions will be like....
11. Значение идиомы take into account[take into account] {v. phr.} To remember and understand whilejudging someone or something; consider. How much time will we needto get to the lake? You have to take the bad road into account. His acting in the play was remarkable, taking into account his youthand inexperience. Syn.: RECKON WITH. Contrast: LEAVE OUT OF ACCOUNT....
12. Перевод слова strictStrict — строгий, точный Перевод слова The strict truth — истинная правда the strict import of the word — точное значение слова to give strict orders — приказывать строго-настрого The doctor enjoined a Strict diet. Доктор предписал строгую диету. The army has a Strict code of conduct. В армии строгие правила поведения. Mike had had ... Читать далее...
13. MD Qs and AsWhat does a graduate student with a science degree ask? «Why does it work?» What does a graduate student with an engineering degree ask? «How does it work?» What does a graduate student with an accounting degree ask? «How much will it cost?» What does a graduate student with a liberal arts degree ask? «Do ... Читать далее...
14. Значение идиомы to-be[to-be] {adj.} That is going to be; about to become. — Used afterthe noun it modifies. Bob kissed his bride-to-be. The principalof the high school greeted the high school students-to-be on theirlast day in junior high....
15. Значение идиомы proof of the pudding is in the eating[proof of the pudding is in the eating] Only through actualexperience can the value of something be tested. — A proverb. Hewas intrigued by the ads about the new high mileage sports cars.»Drive one, sir,» the salesman said. «The proof of the pudding is inthe eating.»...
16. Значение идиомы on one’s account[on one’s account] {adv. phr.} For your good; because you want tohelp or please someone. Barry studied hard on his mother’saccount. I hope you didn’t bring tea to the picnic just on myaccount. The teacher stayed in school a little late on Tom’saccount. Compare: OF ONE’S OWN ACCORD, ON ACCOUNT OF....
17. Driving a Company CarMichael: Shall we? Robin: Oh, this is nice. Did you get a new car? Michael: No, this is a Company car. Getting to drive one is one of the Perks of my new job. Robin: Does your new position Call for a lot of driving? Michael: It does. As the Regional supervisor, I have To ... Читать далее...
18. Значение идиомы leave out of account[leave out of account] {v. phr.} To fail to consider; forget about. The picnic planners left out of account that it might rain. Contrast: TAKE INTO ACCOUNT....
19. Making Soups and StewsCharlotte: Mmm, something smells good. Mohamed: Hey, put down that Lid! Charlotte: Sorry, I just wanted to see what you’re making. Mohamed: I’m making chicken Soup. Charlotte: I’m really in the mood for a Hearty stew. There’s nothing more Appetizing on a cold day than a good stew. Mohamed: Right, well, this is a simple ... Читать далее...
20. Значение идиомы death on[death on] {adj. phr.}, {informal} 1. Very successful in meeting or dealing with. Joe is death on fast balls. He usually knocks them out of the park. 2. Disliking or strongly against; very strict about. The new teacher is death on students who come late to class. The twins’ grandmother is death on smoking....
21. Значение идиомы make time[make time] {v. phr.}, {slang} 1. To be successful in arriving at adesignated place in short or good time. We’re supposed to be thereat 6 P. M., and it’s only 5:30 — we’re making good time. 2. To besuccessful in making sexual advances to someone. Joe sure is makingtime with Sue, isn’t he?...
22. Making Controversial CommentsVivian: That News commentator should be Fired for making such Inflammatory comments. At least I won’t watch this show again until she is. William: As usual, you’re Making a mountain out of a molehill. She was just expressing her opinion, Albeit a Controversial one. Vivian: Her opinion is Offensive. Mark my words: Before the end ... Читать далее...
23. Значение идиомы savings account[savings account] {n.} An account in a bank, where people put moneyto save it, and the bank uses the money and pays interest every year. If you leave your money in your savings account for six months or ayear, the bank will pay interest on it. Compare: CHECKING ACCOUNT....
24. Значение идиомы charge account[charge account] {n.} An agreement with a store through which you can buy things and pay for them later. Mother bought a new dress on her charge account. Mr. Jones has a charge account at the garage on the corner....
25. Перевод слова professorProfessor — профессор, преподаватель Перевод слова Former University professor — бывший преподаватель университета professor of sociology — преподаватель социологии a promotion to the rank of professor — присвоение звания профессора The new Professor always pontificates. Новый профессор всегда занимался догматическими разглагольствованиями. He looked like a nutty Professor. Он выглядел как полоумный профессор. The Professor flunked ... Читать далее...
26. Значение идиомы day of reckoning[day of reckoning] {n. phr.} 1. A time when one will be made to account for misdeeds. When the criminal was caught and brought to trial his victims said, «finally, the day of reckoning has come.» 2. A time when one’s will and Judgment are severely tested. «You always wanted to run the department,» the ... Читать далее...
27. Значение идиомы live in an ivory tower[live in an ivory tower] {v. phr.} To be blind to real life; livean unrealistically sheltered existence. Professor Nebelmacher hasno idea of the cost of living; he lives in an ivory tower....
28. Значение идиомы howling success[howling success] {n.}, {informal} A great success; something thatis much praised; something that causes wide enthusiasm. The partywas a howling success. The book was a howling success....
29. Значение идиомы high jinks[high jinks] {n. phr.}, {informal} Noisy or rough gaiety; wildplay; tricks. The sailors were on shore leave, and high jinks wereto be expected. The high school seniors engaged in high jinksafter commencement....
30. Making a WillLast week, I Got a wake-up call. One of my oldest friends from high school died suddenly in an accident, leaving no Will. With no Estate planning at all, his Assets went into Probate and his Dependents were left In limbo. My friend was a young man, the same age as me. At our age, ... Читать далее...
31. Значение идиомы on top of the world[on top of the world] or [sitting on top of the world] also [sitting on high cotton] {adj. phr.}, {informal} Feelingpleased and happy; feeling successful. John was on top of the worldwhen he found out that he got into college. When Ruth won firstprize in the contest, she felt as though she was sitting on ... Читать далее...
32. Making Business ContactsPhan: Hi, Montel. Thanks for agreeing to meet with me. Montel: It’s my pleasure. Phan: Since I’m new here, I was hoping you might be willing to give me some Pointers on how to get new clients. To be honest, I’ve never been on This side of the fence before and I’m a little Out ... Читать далее...
33. Перевод слова costCost — цена, стоимость Перевод слова At cost value — по себестоимости saving in cost — экономия затрат to cost smb. dear — дорого обходиться кому-л. How much does it Cost per kilo? Сколько стоит килограмм? It Cost three dollars. Это стоит три доллара. This mistake Cost him his job. Эта ошибка стоила ему работы....
34. A college couple is under a tree on campus making outA college couple is under a tree on campus making out. After a while, the girl says, «I wish you had a flashlight.» He says, «Why’s that?» She says, «Because you’ve been eating grass for fifteen minutes.»...
35. Перевод слова successfulSuccessful — успешный, удачный Перевод слова Successful play — пьеса, пользующаяся успехом successful career — удачная карьера successful passers — успешно сдавшие экзамен He is Successful in everything. Ему везет во всем. He made a name as a Successful actor. Он сделал себе имя, прославившись как актер. I was still striving to be Successful. Я ... Читать далее...
36. How does physics save lives?One day our professor was discussing a particularly complicated concept. A pre-med student rudely interrupted to ask «Why do we have to learn this stuff?» «To save lives.» the professor responded quickly and continued the lecture. A few minutes later, the same student spoke up again. «So how does physics save lives?» he persisted. «It ... Читать далее...
37. Значение идиомы little frog in a big pond[little frog in a big pond] or [small frog in a big pond] {n. phr.}An unimportant person in a large group or organization. In a largecompany, even a fairly successful man is likely to feel like a littlefrog in a big pond. When Bill transferred to a larger high school, he found himself a small ... Читать далее...
38. One day a guy and a girl were making out in the guy’s carOne day a guy and a girl were making out in the guy’s car in the girl’s driveway. They began to get pretty hot and heavy when the guy reached into his pants and placed his cock in her hand. She froze, jumped up and said, «I’ve got two words for you, DROP DEAD!» Then ... Читать далее...
39. A middle-aged guy and his date are making out hot and heavyA middle-aged guy and his date are making out hot and heavy in the movies when his toupee slides off. As he’s groping around for it, his hand goes between her legs, up under her skirt, and lands on her twat. She says, «That’s it! That’s it!» He says, «It can’t be. I part mine ... Читать далее...
40. Значение идиомы on account of[on account of] {prep.} As a result of; because of. The picnicwas held in the gym on account of the rain. Compare: ON ONE’SACCOUNT, OF ONE’S OWN ACCORD....