Значение идиомы can’t make an omelette without breaking eggs

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1. Значение идиомы put all one’s eggs in one basket[put all one’s eggs in one basket] {v. phr.} To place all yourefforts, interests, or hopes in a single person or thing. Goingsteady in high school is putting all your eggs in one basket toosoon. To buy stock in a single company is to put all your eggs inone basket. He has decided to specialize ... Читать далее...
2. Значение идиомы walk on eggs[walk on eggs] {v. phr.} To act with utmost caution due to being ina precarious position. Tom has been walking on eggs ever since hestarted working for a new boss in Cincinnati....
3. Breaking her heartDear John, I have been unable to sleep since I broke off our engagement. Won’t you fogive and forget? Your absence is breaking my heart. I was a fool, nobody can take your place. I love you. All my love, Belinda. PS Congratulations on winning this week’s lottery....
4. 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.»...
5. Значение идиомы pressure group[pressure group] {n. phr.} An organization whose goal it is tocreate changes by lobbying for the benefit of its own members. Certain unscrupulous pressure groups stop at nothing to achieve theirselfish aims....
6. Значение идиомы use every trick in the book[use every trick in the book] {v. phr.}, {informal} To availoneself of any means at all in order to achieve one’s goal, notexclusive of possibly immoral or illegal acts. Algernon used everytrick in the book to get Maxine to go out with him, but she keptrefusing....
7. 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...
8. Перевод слова goalGoal — цель, задача Перевод слова One’s goal in life — цель в жизни to get a goal — достичь цели my goal is in sight — я уже вижу место своего назначения Their Goal is out of reach. Их цель находится вне досягаемости. The Goal is zero population growth Целью является нулевой рост населения. ... Читать далее...
9. Перевод слова proverbProverb — пословица, притча Перевод слова Vulgar proverb — народная пословица be a proverb and a byword — быть притчей во языцех grow into a proverb — войти в пословицу Her grandfather has a Proverb for every occasion. У ее деда была пословица на каждый случай в жизни. He should take care not to be ... Читать далее...
10. Значение идиомы all roads lead to Rome[all roads lead to Rome] {literary} The same end or goal may be reached by many different ways. — A proverb. «I don’t care how you get the answer,» said the teacher, «All roads lead to Rome.»...
11. Значение идиомы goal line stand[goal line stand] {n.} A strong defensive effort right in front ofthe goal line. A goal line stand by the home team held the visitorson the two-yard line....
12. Значение идиомы get in wrong[get in wrong] {v. phr.} To incur the anger or dislike of someone;come into disfavor. Although he means well, Fred is always gettingin wrong with someone at the office....
13. Guinea pig to become father to 400 after breaking into female enclosureRandy escaped his male only enclosure at Hatton Adventure World in Warwick and broke into the female-only area. Staff at Hatton Country World in Warwickshire couldn’t understand why they suddenly had 100 pregnant guinea pigs on their hands — until they released one of the male rodents had managed to escape his enclosure and infiltrate ... Читать далее...
14. Перевод слова achieveAchieve — добиваться, достигать Перевод слова To achieve victory — одержать победу to achieve the impossible — добиться невозможного to achieve harmony — достигать согласия His words Achieved their object. Его слова достигли своей цели. A diet that Achieves dramatic results Диета, которая помогает достичь значительных результатов. He hoped to Achieve fame and fortune. Он ... Читать далее...
15. Значение идиомы live and learn[live and learn] You learn more new things the longer you live; youlearn by experience. — A proverb. «Live and learn,» said Mother. «Inever knew that the Indians once had a camp where our house is.» Janet made her new dress from cheap cloth, and when she washed it, itshrank and was too little. Live ... Читать далее...
16. Значение идиомы field goal[field goal] {n.} 1. A score in football made by kicking the ballover the bar between the goal posts. The Giants were not able tomake a touchdown but they kicked two field goals. Compare: EXTRAPOINT. 2. A score in basketball made by a successful shot through thebasket not made on a free throw. A field ... Читать далее...
17. Значение идиомы over the top[over the top] {adv. phr.} 1. Out of the trenches and against theenemy. The plan was to spend the night in the trenches and go overthe top at dawn. Johnny found that he was braver than he thoughthe would be when his company went over the top. 2. Over the goal. Our goal was to ... Читать далее...
18. Значение идиомы through the mill[through the mill] {adv. phr.} 1. Experienced. You could tellimmediately that the new employee had been through the mill. 2.Through real experience of the difficulties of a certain way of life. Poor Jerry has had three operations in one year, and now he’s backin the hospital. He’s realty gone through the mill. Compare: GOTHROUGH HELL ... Читать далее...
19. Значение идиомы cluck and grunt[cluck and grunt] {n.}, {slang}, {avoid it in restaurants} The familiar restaurant dish of ham and eggs; since ham is made of pork and eggs come from hens. «I am sorry I can’t fix you an elaborate meal, but I can give you a quick cluck and grunt.»...
20. Значение идиомы be the making of[be the making of] {v. phr.} To account for the success of someone or something. The strict discipline that we had to undergo in graduate school was the making of many a successful professor. The relatively low cost and high gas mileage are the making of Chevrolet’s Geo Metro cars....
21. Breaking Bad HabitsCounselor: Welcome everybody. You’ve all joined this Support group because you have some Bad habits that you’d like To break. Would anyone like to introduce themselves and tell us about their bad habit? Stu: Uh yeah, I’m Stu and my wife Signed me up for this support group because she says I have some really ... Читать далее...
22. Перевод слова damageDamage — вред, повреждение, ущерб Перевод слова Physical damage — механическое повреждение to claim damages — требовать возмещения убытков brain damage — разрушение, повреждение мозга The house was Damaged by fire. Дом пострадал от огня. His reputation was badly Damaged. Его репутация сильно пострадала. I have billed him for the Damage. Я выставил ему счет ... Читать далее...
23. The Latest Breaking News on the GoodTimes VirusIt turns out that this so-called hoax virus is very dangerous after all. Goodtimes will re-write your hard drive. Not only that, it will scramble any disks that are even close to your computer. It will recalibrate your refrigerator’s coolness setting so all your ice cream goes melty. It will demagnetize the strips on all ... Читать далее...
24. Значение идиомы rolling stone gathers no moss[rolling stone gathers no moss] A person who changes jobs or wherehe lives often will not be able to save money or things of his own. — A proverb. Uncle Willie was a rolling stone that gathered no moss. He worked in different jobs all over the country....
25. Значение идиомы drive a bargain[drive a bargain] {v. phr.} 1. To buy or sell at a good price; succeed in a trade or deal. Tom’s collie is a champion; it should be easy for Tom to drive a bargain when he sells her puppies. Father drove a hard bargain with the real estate agent when we bought our new ... Читать далее...
26. Значение идиомы line[line] See: BLOW ONE’S LINES or FLUFF ONE’S LINES, CHOW LINE, DOWNTHE LINE, DRAW A LINE or DRAW THE LINE, DROP A LINE, END OF THE ROADor END OF THE LINE, FOUL LINE, GOAL LINE, GOAL LINE STAND, HOLD THELINE, HOOK, LINE AND SINKER, IN LINE, IN LINE WITH, INTO LINE, LAY ONTHE LINE or ... Читать далее...
27. Значение идиомы bad trip[bad trip] {n.}, {slang}, {also used colloquially} A disturbing or frightening experience, such as terrifying hallucinations, while under the influence of drugs; hence, by colloquial extension any bad experience in general. Why’s John’s face so distorted? — He had a bad trip. How was your math exam? — Don’t mention it; it was a bad ... Читать далее...
28. Перевод слова experienceExperience — жизненный опыт, стаж Перевод слова Childhood experiences — впечатления детства to speak from experience — говорить на основании личного опыта experience in teaching — опыт преподавания Experience is a good teacher. Опыт — хороший учитель. The best way to learn is by Experience. Лучший способом учиться являются практические занятия. She has 10 years ... Читать далее...
29. Значение идиомы charge off[charge off] {v.} 1. To consider or record as a loss, especially in an account book. The store owner charged off all of the last season’s stock of suits. Syn.: WRITE OFF. 2. or [charge up] {informal} To accept or remember as a mistake and not worry about it any more. — Often used with ... Читать далее...
30. Значение идиомы going through changes[going through changes] {v. phr.}, {slang}, {informal} To be introuble, to have difficulties, to be trapped in unfavorablecircumstances. «What’s the matter with Joe?» — «He’s going throughchanges.»...
31. Значение идиомы cut no ice[cut no ice] {v. phr.} To have no effect; achieve no result; be insignificant. The fact that the accused is a millionaire will cut no ice with this particular judge....
32. Значение идиомы every dog has his day[every dog has his day] Everyone will have his chance or turn;everyone is lucky or popular at some time. — A proverb. Mary willbe able to go to dances like her sister when she grows up. Every doghas his day....
33. Buying Car InsuranceAgent: Hello, Krashit Insurance. Jackie: Hi, I wanted to get a Quote for car insurance. Agent: Sure, I can help you with that. I Assume you want Liability insurance, but what other Coverage would you like to get? Jackie: Umm…I’m not sure. This is my first car. Agent: In that case, let me make a ... Читать далее...
34. Значение идиомы well-off[well-off] {adj. phr.} 1. Rich. They may not be millionaires, but they are sufficiently well-off. 2. In good condition; free ofproblems or difficulties. He is pleased that his business iswell-off....
35. Значение идиомы end in itself[end in itself] {n. phr.} Something wanted for its own sake; apurpose, aim, or goal we want for itself alone and not as a way tosomething else. The miser never spent his gold because for him itwas an end in itself....
36. Russian Country-LifeRussia has always been a great agricultural country. Russian agriculture produces almost all the farm crops known in the world. The total area under cultivation is largely occupied by grain crops such as wheat, maize, barley, rye, oats, etc. The rest is occupied by potatoes and other vegetables, legumes, fruits and industrial crops. In the ... Читать далее...
37. Значение идиомы on the way[on the way] or [on one’s way] {adv.} or {adj. phr.} Coming; goingtoward a place or goal; started. Help was on the way. The trainleft and Bill was on his way to New York. He is well on the way tobecoming a fine mechanic....
38. Значение идиомы have lots going for one[have lots going for one] {v. phr.} To have abilitiesor qualities that help in achieving one’s goal; assets working inone’s favor. The young woman will surely get the job; she haseverything going for her....
39. Перевод идиомы be to blame, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: be to blame Перевод: быть виноватым Пример: He is not to blame for breaking the computer. Он не виноват в поломке компьютера, он его не ломал....
40. Значение идиомы do a job on[do a job on] {v. phr.}, {slang} To damage badly; do harm to; make ugly or useless. The baby did a job on Mary’s book. Jane cut her hair and really did a job on herself....