Значение идиомы call names

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1. Перевод идиомы call the shots / call the tune, значение выражения и пример использования Идиома: call the shots / call the tune Перевод: быть главным, быть во главе; отдавать поручения, задания, приказы, и т. п. Пример: The vice-president is now calling the shots and is in control of the company. Сейчас во главе находится вице-президент, и он управляет компанией....
2. Значение идиомы call one’s shot [call one’s shot] {v. phr.} 1. To tell before firing where a bullet will hit. An expert rifleman can call his shot regularly. The wind was strong and John couldn’t call his shots. 2. or [call the turn] To tell in advance the result of something before you do it. Mary won three games in […]...
3. Значение идиомы on call [on call] {adj. phr.} 1. Having to be paid on demand. Jim didn’thave the money ready even though he knew the bill was on call. 2.Ready and available. This is Dr. Kent’s day to be on call at thehospital. The nurse is on call for emergency cases....
4. Перевод идиомы drop names, значение выражения и пример использования Идиома: drop names Перевод: упоминать, называть имена известных людей, как если бы говорящий был знаком с ними лично Пример: Nobody likes the girl because she is always dropping names when she meets her friends. Никому не нравится эта девушка, потому что она постоянно хвастается, будто бы знает кучу знаменитостей....
5. Значение идиомы call the tune [call the tune] {v. phr.}, {informal} To be in control; give orders or directions; command. Bill was president of the club but Jim was secretary and called the tune. The people supported the mayor, so he could call the tune in city matters. Syn.: CALL THE SHOTS....
6. What Do You Know about Names? As long as their has been language, there have been names. Through naming we differentiate one person or thing from all others. In Christian societies the child is christened in church. He or she is given a name and accepted into the religion. In the past it was considered unlucky for anyone outside the family […]...
7. Значение идиомы call in question [call in question] or [call into question] or [call in doubt] {v. phr.} To say may be a mistake; express doubt about; question. Bill called in question Ed’s remark that basketball is safer than football....
8. Значение идиомы call a spade a spade [call a spade a spade] {v. phr.} To call a person or thing a name that is true but not polite; speak bluntly; use the plainest language. A boy took some money from Dick’s desk and said he borrowed it, but I told him he stole it; I believe in calling a spade a spade....
9. Перевод идиомы call it a day / call it a night, значение выражения и пример использования Идиома: call it a day / call it a night Перевод: считать что-либо законченным; закончить работу, и пойти домой Пример: I called it a day and decided to go home early. Я закончил работу и решил пойти домой пораньше....
10. Значение идиомы call the roll [call the roll] {v. phr.} To read out the names on a certain list, usually in alphabetical order. The sergeant called the roll of the newly enlisted volunteers in the army....
11. Waiting for a Man or Woman to Call Lyla: Okay, here’s a Hypothetical. You ask a girl for her Number, but wait two weeks to call her. What gives? George: Well, that Depends. Why? Lyla: Well, I met this guy two weeks ago at a party. We spent the entire evening talking and I thought we really Hit it off. We had a […]...
12. Фразовый глагол call on / call upon (1) – перевод и значение, пример использования Фразовый глагол: call on / call upon (1) Перевод: вызывать, апеллировать (как правило, в формальных ситуациях) Пример: I now call upon the President to address the assembly. Сейчас я призываю Президента обратиться к собранию....
13. Фразовый глагол call on / call upon (2) – перевод и значение, пример использования Фразовый глагол: call on / call upon (2) Перевод: навестить, заходить к Пример: Mark called on Naomi while he was in town. Марк зашел к Наоми, когда он был в городе....
14. Значение идиомы within call [within call] or [within hail] {adv. phr.} 1. Near enough to heareach other’s voices. When the two ships were within hail, theirofficers exchanged messages. Billy’s mother told him to staywithin call because supper was nearly ready. 2. In a place where youcan be reached by phone, radio, or TV and be called. The sick manwas […]...
15. This Is Why We Call It’Soccer,’ Not’Football’ As the FIFA World Cup kicks off in Brazil this week, fans of the globe’s most popular sport have been tuning in to watch the greatest names in the game square off. But one question continues to crop up: Why is it that Americans insist on calling the sport “soccer,” while the rest of the […]...
16. Значение идиомы at call [at call] {adj.} or {adv. phr.} 1. Ready or nearby for use, help, or service; on request. Thousands of auto insurance agents all over the country are at the insured person’s call, wherever he may travel. 2. At the word of command; at an order or signal. The dog was trained to come at call....
17. Значение идиомы port of call [port of call] {n. phr.} 1. Any of the ports that a ship visitsafter the start of a voyage and before the end; a port wherepassengers or cargo may be taken on or put off; an in-between port. Savannah is a port of call for many Atlantic coasting vessels. 2. Aplace you visit regularly or […]...
18. Значение идиомы call it a day [call it a day] {v. phr.} To declare that a given day’s work has been accomplished and go home; to quit for the day. “Let’s call it a day,” the boss said, “and go out for a drink.” It was nearly midnight, so Mrs. Byron decided to call it a day, and left the party, […]...
19. Значение идиомы pot call the kettle black [pot call the kettle black] {informal} The person who iscriticizing someone else is as guilty as the person he accuses; thecharge is as true of the person who makes it as of the one he makes itagainst. When the commissioner accused the road builder of bribery, the contractor said the pot was calling the kettle […]...
20. Значение идиомы call on [call on] or [call upon] {v.} 1. To make a call upon; visit. Mr. Brown called on an old friend while he was in the city. 2. To ask for help. He called on a friend to give him money for the bus fare to his home....
21. Значение идиомы call the shots [call the shots] {v. phr.}, {informal} To give orders; be in charge; direct; control. Bob is a first-rate leader who knows how to call the shots. The quarterback called the shots well, and the team gained twenty yards in five plays. Syn.: CALL THE TUNE....
22. Значение идиомы at one’s beck and call [at one’s beck and call] or [at the beck and call of] {adj. phr.} Ready and willing to do whatever someone asks; ready to serve at a moment’s notice. A good parent isn’t necessarily always at the child’s beck and call....
23. Значение идиомы in at the kill [in at the kill] {adj. phr.}, {informal} Watching or taking part, usually with pleasure, at the end of a struggle; present at thefinish. Frank and John have been quarreling for a long time andtonight they are having a fight. Bill says he wants to be in at thekill, because he is Frank’s friend....
24. Значение идиомы call off [call off] {v.} To stop ; quit; cancel. When the ice became soft and sloppy, we had to call off the ice-skating party. The baseball game was called off because of rain....
25. Значение идиомы call a halt [call a halt] {v. phr.} To give a command to stop. The scouts were tired during the hike, and the scoutmaster called a halt. When the children’s play got too noisy, their mother called a halt....
26. Значение идиомы call out [call out] {v. phr.} 1. To shout; speak loudly. My name was called out several times, but I was unable to hear it. 2. To summon someone. If the rioting continues, the governor will have to call out the National Guard....
27. Значение идиомы answer the call of nature [answer the call of nature] or [obey the call of nature] {v. phr.}, {slang} To go to the bathroom to relieve oneself by urinating or defecating. Ted was hiking in the mountains when suddenly he had to answer the call of nature but since there was no bathroom in the woods, he excused himself and […]...
28. Перевод идиомы call it quits, значение выражения и пример использования Идиома: call it quits Идиома: call it quits разг. Перевод: прекратить, покончить, поставить точку Пример: The dust is bothering all of us. I think we should call it quits. Пыль мешает нам всем. Думаю, нужно заканчивать....
29. Значение идиомы call girl [call girl] {n.}, {slang} A prostitute catering to wealthy clientele, especially one who is contacted by telephone for an appointment. Rush Street is full of call girls....
30. Значение идиомы call down [call down] also [dress down] {v.}, {informal} To scold. Jim was called down by his teacher for being late to class. Mother called Bob down for walking into the kitchen with muddy boots. Compare: CALL ON THE CARPET, CHEW OUT, BAWL OUT, READ THE RIOT ACT....
31. Перевод слова call Call – окликать, звонить, вызывать Перевод слова To call for help – взывать о помощи to call out the firemen – вызвать пожарных I’ll call you back – я вам потом перезвоню Did you Call? Вы меня звали? Did anyone Call? Мне кто-нибудь звонил? The complex whole which we Call “civilization”. Сложное единство, которое мы […]...
32. Значение идиомы toll call [toll call] {n. phr.} A long distance telephone call for which onehas to pay. We had several toll calls on last month’s telephonebill....
33. Значение идиомы call it a night [call it a night] {v. phr.} To declare that an evening party or other activity conducted late in the day is finished. I am so tired that I am going to call it a night and go to bed....
34. A Call from a Telemarketer Doris: Hello. Telemarketer: Hello, may I speak to The lady of the house? Doris: What is this regarding? Telemarketer: I’m calling from Cheetam Cable Company and we have a very special offer. This month only, you can get a Bundle of services for the low, low price of $69.99! This offer… Doris: Thank you, but […]...
35. A Call from a Telemarketer Doris: Hello. Telemarketer: Hello, may I speak to The lady of the house? Doris: What is this regarding? Telemarketer: I’m calling from Cheetam Cable Company and we have a very special offer. This month only, you can get a Bundle of services for the low, low price of $69.99! This offer… Doris: Thank you, but […]...
36. Значение идиомы words of one syllable [words of one syllable] {n. phr.} Language that makes the meaningvery clear; simple, or frank language. – Usually used after “in”. Mary explained the job to Ann in words of one syllable so that shewould be sure to understand. Some people say that John is cute andmischievous, but in words of one syllable, he’s just […]...
37. Перевод идиомы on call, значение выражения и пример использования Идиома: on call Перевод: готовый к работе или выполнению чего-либо по вызову, по звонку Пример: I’m sorry, but I can’t go out tonight. I’m on call at the hospital. К сожалению, сегодня вечером я не смогу никуда пойти. Меня могут вызвать на работу в больницу....
38. Значение идиомы call on the carpet [call on the carpet] {v. phr.}, {informal} To call before an authority for a scolding or reprimand. The worker was called on the carpet by the boss for sleeping on the job. The principal called Tom on the carpet and warned him to stop coming to school late....
39. Значение идиомы call to order [call to order] {v. phr.} 1. To open formally. The chairman called the committee to order. The president pounded with his gavel to call the convention to order. 2. To warn not to break the rules of a meeting. The judge called the people in the courtroom to order when they talked too loud....
40. Значение идиомы close call [close call] or [shave] {n. phr.} A narrow escape. That sure was a close call when that truck came near us from the right! When Tim fell off his bicycle in front of a bus, it was a very close shave....