Значение идиомы clear the decks

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1. Значение идиомы clear up[clear up] {v.} 1. To make plain or clear; explain; solve. The teacher cleared up the harder parts of the story. Maybe we can clear up your problem. 2. To become clear. The weather cleared up after the storm. 3. To cure. The pills cleared up his stomach trouble. 4. To put back into a ... Читать далее...
2. Перевод идиомы clear someone’s name, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: clear someone’s name Перевод: вернуть себе доброе имя; доказать, что кто-либо не виновен в чем-либо Пример: The man tried very hard to clear his name regarding his past criminal activity. Мужчина очень старался вернуть себе доброе имя из-за своего преступного прошлого....
3. Значение идиомы clear[clear] See: COAST IS CLEAR, IN THE CLEAR, OUT OF THE BLUE or OUT OF A CLEAR SKY or OUT OF A CLEAR BLUE SKY, SEE ONE’S WAY CLEAR, STEER CLEAR OF....
4. Значение идиомы coast is clear[coast is clear] No enemy or danger is in sight; there is no one to see you. When the teacher had disappeared around the corner, John said, «Come on, the coast is clear». The men knew when the night watchman would pass. When he had gone, and the coast was clear, they robbed the safe. ... Читать далее...
5. Значение идиомы in the clear[in the clear] {adj. phr.} 1. Free of anything that makes moving orseeing difficult; with nothing to limit action. The plane climbedabove the clouds and was flying in the clear. Jack passed the ballto Tim, who was in the clear and ran for a touchdown. 2. {informal}Free of blame or suspicion; not thought to be ... Читать далее...
6. Значение идиомы steer clear of[steer clear of] {v.} 1. To steer a safe distance from; go aroundwithout touching. A ship steers clear of a rocky shore in stormyweather. 2. {informal} To stay away from; keep from going near. Fred was angry at Bill, and Bill was steering clear of him. Somewords Martha always spells wrong. She tries to steer ... Читать далее...
7. Значение идиомы clear out[clear out] {v.} 1. To take everything out of; empty. When Bill was moved to another class he cleared out his desk. 2. {informal} To leave suddenly; go away; depart. The cop told the boys to clear out. Bob cleared out without paying his room rent. Clear out of here! You’re bothering me. Compare: BEAT ... Читать далее...
8. Значение идиомы clear-eyed[clear-eyed] {adj.} Understanding problems or events clearly; being able to tell very well the results of a way of acting. Tom is very clear-eyed. He knows he doesn’t have much chance of winning the race, but he will try his best. He is a clear-eyed and independent commentator on the news....
9. Перевод слова clearClear — светлый, ясный, прозрачный Перевод слова Clear glass — прозрачное стекло clear day — ясный день clear conclusion — ясный вывод Clear this with the boss. Согласуй это с шефом. I get a Clear £50 a week. Я получаю £50 в неделю чистыми. A good walk might Clear my head. Хорошая прогулка может прочистить ... Читать далее...
10. Значение идиомы clear-cut[clear-cut] {adj.} Definite; well defined. The president’s new policy of aggressive action is a clear-cut departure from his old methods of unilateral appeasement....
11. Voting in an ElectionKhaled: Are you going to the Polling place or are you Voting by Absentee ballot again? Bernice: I always vote with an absentee ballot so I can vote in the comfort of my own home and In my own time. In fact, I’ve already mailed in my ballot. Khaled: Good for you. Which Candidate did ... Читать далее...
12. Значение идиомы see one’s way clear[see one’s way clear] {v. phr.} To know no reason for not doingsomething; feel that you are free. John finally saw his way clearto help his friends. Mary had to do her homework and help hermother before she could see her way clear to go to the movies withJane....
13. Значение идиомы clear one’s name[clear one’s name] {v. phr.} To prove someone is innocent of a crime or misdeed of which he has been accused. The falsely accused rapist has been trying in vain to clear his name....
14. Перевод идиомы out of a clear (blue) sky, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: out of a clear (blue) sky Идиома: out of a clear (blue) sky Перевод: неожиданно, внезапно; словно из ниоткуда Пример: The boy asked his girlfriend, out of a clear blue sky, to get married. Парень внезапно попросил девушку выйти за него замуж....
15. Перевод идиомы clear the air, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: clear the air Перевод: разрешить все споры, недомолвки; положить конец недоразумениям Пример: We had a big argument but now it is time to clear the air. Мы сильно поспорили, но сейчас пора мириться....
16. Перевод идиомы the coast is clear, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: the coast is clear Перевод: путь свободен, препятствий нет Пример: When the coast is clear we will try to enter the building. Когда путь будет свободен, мы попытаемся зайти в здание....
17. Перевод идиомы make someone’s position clear, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: make someone’s position clear Перевод: делать ясной свою позицию, точку зрения по какому-либо вопросу Пример: The politician made his position clear on the issue of taxes. Политик ясно изложил свое отношение к вопросу о налогах....
18. Фразовый глагол clear out — перевод и значение, пример использованияФразовый глагол: clear out Фразовый глагол: clear out разг. Перевод: уходить, уезжать Пример: Everybody clear out! We’re closed. Просим всех удалиться! Мы закрыты....
19. Перевод слова governorGovernor — правитель, губернатор Перевод слова The governors and the governed — правители и их подданные governor of a state — губернатор штата to elect smb. governor — выбрать кого-л. губернатором The Governor will run for a second term. Губернатор будет баллотироваться на второй срок. The new Governor pledged to reduce crime. Новый губернатор пообещал ... Читать далее...
20. Перевод идиомы smooth / clear / plain sailing, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: smooth / clear / plain sailing Перевод: простое, легкое дело, пустяки Пример: After we left the city it was smooth sailing on the highway until we got to our destination. После того, как мы выехали из города, по шоссе ехать было легко, вплоть до нашего места назначения. Once you’ve passed that exam, it will ... Читать далее...
21. Фразовый глагол clear up (1) — перевод и значение, пример использованияФразовый глагол: clear up (1) Перевод: выяснять, выясняться Пример: I need to clear it up before meeting with them. Мне нужно выяснить это до того, как я встречусь с ними....
22. Значение идиомы favorite son[favorite son] {n.} A man supported by his home state forPresident. At a national convention, states often vote for theirfavorite sons first; then they change and vote for another man....
23. Фразовый глагол clear up (2) — перевод и значение, пример использованияФразовый глагол: clear up (2) Перевод: проясниться, улучшаться (о погоде) Пример: The weather forecast says that the skies will clear up toward the evening. В прогнозе погоды говорится, что ближе к вечеру небо должно расчиститься....
24. Значение идиомы clear the air[clear the air] {v. phr.} To remove angry feelings, misunderstanding, or confusion. The President’s statement that he would run for office again cleared the air of rumors and guessing. When Bill was angry at Bob, Bob made a joke, and it cleared the air between them....
25. Перевод слова eliminateEliminate — устранять, исключать, ликвидировать Перевод слова To eliminate errors — устранять ошибки to eliminate the hazard — устранять опасную ситуацию to eliminate war — ликвидировать войны Fatty foods should be Eliminated from the diet. Жирную пищу следует исключить из рациона. Our team was Eliminated in the first round. Наша команда выбыла в первом раунде. ... Читать далее...
26. Значение идиомы show of hands[show of hands] {n. phr.} An open vote during a meeting when thosewho vote «yes» and those who vote «no» hold up their hands to becounted. The chairman said, «I’d like to see a show of hands ifwe’re ready for the vote.»...
27. Перевод слова assemblyAssembly — сборка, собрание Перевод слова Factory assembly — заводская сборка freedom of assembly — свобода собраний to work on an assembly line — работать на конвейере The marking-out of the Assembly position was not difficult. Указать сборный пункт было нетрудно. They demanded the right of Assembly. Они требовали права на собрания. Every country town ... Читать далее...
28. Значение идиомы on one’s coattails[on one’s coattails] {adv. phr.} Because of another’s merits, success, or popularity. Bob and Jim are best friends. When Jim wasinvited to join a fraternity, Bob rode in on his coattails. Manypeople vote straight for all the candidates in the same politicalparty. Most people voted for President K., so Governor B. rode in onK.’s coattails....
29. Перевод слова voteVote — голосование, голос Перевод слова Voice vote — устное голосование rollcall vote — поименное голосование casting vote — решающий голос Let’s have a Vote on it. Давайте проголосуем. This website was Voted the Best Site of the Month. Этот веб-сайт был признан лучшим сайтом месяца. Did you Vote in the last election? Ты голосовал ... Читать далее...
30. Значение идиомы on the bandwagon[on the bandwagon] {adj. phr.}, {informal} In or into the newestpopular group or activity; in or into something you join just becausemany others are joining it. — Often used after «climb», «get», or»jump». When all George’s friends decided to vote for Bill, Georgeclimbed on the bandwagon too. See: JUMP ON THE BANDWAGON....
31. Значение идиомы vote one out[vote one out] {v. phr.} To terminate one’s elected office bycasting a negative vote about that person, mostly so that someone else might occupy the same position. Congressman Smith was voted out last November in favor ofCongresswoman Bradley....
32. Перевод идиомы vote of thanks, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: vote of thanks Перевод: благодарная речь (организатору чего-либо, выступающему, и т. д.) Пример: The speaker received a vote of thanks from the audience. Слушатели поблагодарили выступающего....
33. Значение идиомы dog-eat-dog[dog-eat-dog ] {n.} A way of living in which every person tries to get what he wants for himself no matter how badly or cruelly he must treat others to get it; readiness to do anything to get what you want. In some early frontier towns it was dog-eat-dog....
34. Перевод идиомы cast one’s vote, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: cast one’s vote Перевод: голосовать Пример: We arrived early to cast our vote in the election. Мы прибыли пораньше, чтобы проголосовать на выборах....
35. Перевод слова activityActivity — активность, деятельность, мероприятие Перевод слова Burst of activity — вспышка деятельности kinetic activity — двигательная активность cortical activity — активность коры головного мозга Business Activity was paralyzed. Деловая активность была парализована. The square was humming with Activity. Площадь кипела жизнью. Physical Activity helps burn up calories. Занятия спортом помогают сжигать калории. Происхождение слова ... Читать далее...
36. Being Clear or ConfusingLaurent: So I’m Confused. Who’s David again? Bethany: David is my roommate’s friend’s brother. Haven’t you been listening? Laurent: I have, but how am I supposed To keep all of these people straight? Your stories are always so Convoluted, with too many Twists and turns. Why don’t you try telling a Straightforward story For once? ... Читать далее...
37. Значение идиомы get across[get across] {v.} 1. To explain clearly, make clear; tomake clear the meaning of. Mr. Brown is a good coach because he canget across the plays. Syn.: PUT ACROSS. 2. To become clear. Theteacher tried to explain the problem, but the explanation did not getacross to the class....
38. Значение идиомы vote a straight ticket[vote a straight ticket] {v. phr.} To not differentiate one’sballot according to individual names and posts, but to vote for allcandidates for all positions of the same party. «I never havetime. to study the ballot in detail,» Marie said, «and so I tend tovote a straight Republican ticket.»...
39. Значение идиомы of age[of age] {adj. phr.} 1a. Old enough to be allowed to do or managesomething. Mary will be of driving age on her next birthday. Contrast: OVER AGE, UNDER AGE. 1b. Old enough to vote; having theprivileges of adulthood. The age at which one is considered of ageto vote, or of age to buy alcoholic drinks, ... Читать далее...
40. Значение идиомы out of the blue[out of the blue] or [out of a clear sky] or [out of a clear bluesky] {adv. phr.}, {informal} Without any warning; by surprise;unexpectedly. At the last minute Johnny came out of the blue tocatch the pass and score a touchdown. The cowboy thought he wasalone but suddenly out of a clear sky there were ... Читать далее...