Значение идиомы cracked up

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1. Значение идиомы crack down[crack down] {v. phr.}, {informal} To enforce laws or rules strictly; require full obedience to a rule. After a speeding driver hit a child, the police cracked down. — Often used with «on». Police suddenly cracked down on the selling of liquors to minors. The coach cracked down on the players when he found they ... Читать далее...
2. Значение идиомы crack up[crack up] {v.} 1. To wreck or be wrecked; smash up. The airplane cracked up in landing. He cracked up his car. 2. {informal} To become mentally ill under physical or mental overwork or worry. He had kept too busy for years, and when failures came, he cracked up. It seemed to be family problems ... Читать далее...
3. Значение идиомы crack a smile[crack a smile] {v. phr.}, {informal} To let a smile show on one’s face; permit a smile to appear. Bob told the whole silly story without even cracking a smile. Scrooge was a gloomy man, who never cracked a smile. When we gave the shy little boy an ice cream cone, he finally cracked a ... Читать далее...
4. Значение идиомы pan out[pan out] {v.}, {informal} To have a result, especially a goodresult; result favorably; succeed. Suppose the class tried to makemoney by selling candy. How would that pan out? Edison’s effortsto invent an electric light bulb did not pan out until he usedtungsten wires....
5. 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...
6. Значение идиомы plain[plain] or [smooth sailing] {n. phr.} An uncomplicated, unhampered, or easy course. For a graduate of such a famous university as hewas, that assignment was plain sailing....
7. Значение идиомы weather eye[weather eye] {n.} 1. Eyes that can tell what the weather will be. Grandfather’s weather eye always tells him when it will rain. 2.Eyes ready or quick to see; careful watch. — Usually used in phraseslike «keep a weather eye on», «open», or «out for». Mrs. Brown kepta weather eye on the children so they ... Читать далее...
8. Значение идиомы take it away[take it away] {v. phr.}, {informal}, {Theatrical expression}You’re on; it’s your turn; you’re next. And here comes thatwonderful comedian, Bob Hope. The announcer said, «Take it away. Bob.»...
9. Перевод слова independentIndependent — независимый Перевод слова Independent conclusion — самостоятельный вывод independent workman — частный ремесленник independent research — независимое исследование I can understand her wanting to live alone and be Independent. Я могу понять ее желание жить одной и быть независимой. She is a strong-minded, Independent woman. Она сильная, независимая женщина. I determined upon an ... Читать далее...
10. Значение идиомы take it from the top[take it from the top] {v. phr.}, {informal} {Musical andtheatrical expression} To start again from the beginning. Theconductor said, «We must try it once again. Take it from the top andwatch my baton.»...
11. Значение идиомы in one’s tracks[in one’s tracks] {adv. phr.}, {informal} 1. Just where one is atthe moment; abruptly; immediately. The hunter’s rifle cracked andthe rabbit dropped in his tracks. Mary stopped dead in her tracks, turned around, and ran back home. Syn.: ON THE SPOT, THEN ANDTHERE. 2. See: FOLLOW IN ONE’S FOOTSTEPS....
12. Значение идиомы do tell[do tell] {interj.}, {informal} An inelegant expression used to show that you are a little surprised by what you hear. «You say George is going to get married after all these years? Do tell!» said Mrs. Green. Syn.: YOU DON’T SAY....
13. Значение идиомы That will do![That will do!] Informal expression of impatience meaning «stop,»»no more.» «That will do, Tommy,» his mother cried. «I’ve had justabout enough of your drumming on the table.»...
14. Значение идиомы how about that[how about that] or [what about that] {informal} An expression ofsurprise, congratulation, or praise. When Jack heard of hisbrother’s promotion, he exclaimed, «How about that!» Bill won thescholarship! What about that!...
15. Значение идиомы thing or two[thing or two] {n. phr.}, {informal} 1. Facts not generally known, or not known to the hearer or reader; unusual or importantinformation. Mary told Joan a thing or two about Betty’s realfeelings. 2. A lot; much. Bob knows a thing or two about sailing. Compare: TELL A THING OR TWO....
16. Перевод слова expressionExpression — выражение; оборот речи Перевод слова Literary expression — литературный оборот to offer an expression of regret — принести сожаления dead-pan expression — невозмутимое выражение He had a stupid Expression on his face. У него было глупое выражение лица. She spoke in a quite voice but used remarkably coarse Expressions. Она говорила спокойным голосом, ... Читать далее...
17. Значение идиомы to advantage[to advantage] {adv. phr.} So as to bring out the good qualitiesof; favorably; in a flattering way. The jeweler’s window showed thediamonds to advantage. The green dress showed up to advantage withher red hair....
18. 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....
19. Значение идиомы sail under false colors[sail under false colors] {v. phr.} 1. To sail a ship, oftenpirate, under the flag of another country. The pirate ship flew theAmerican flag until it got near, then raised the black flag. 1. Topretend to be what you are not; masquerade. The garage hired Jonesas a mechanic, but fired him when they found he ... Читать далее...
20. Значение идиомы life[life] See: BETWEEN LIFE AND DEATH, BIG AS LIFE, CAT HAS NINELIVES, CHARMED LIFE, COME ALIVE OT COME TO LIFE, FACTS OF LIFE, FORDEAR LIFE, FOR THE LIFE OF ONE, LEAD A DOG’S LIFE, NIGHT LIFE, NOT ONYOUR LIFE OR ONE’S LIFE, TAKE ONE’S LIFE IN ONE’S HANDS, TIME OF ONE’SLIFE, YOU BET or YOU ... Читать далее...
21. Значение идиомы not on your life[not on your life] {adv. phr.}, {informal} Certainly not; not ever;not for any reason. — Used for emphasis. I wouldn’t drive a carwith brakes like that — not on your life. Did he thank me for myadvice? Not on your life....
22. Значение идиомы lead a dog’s life[lead a dog’s life] {v. phr.}, {informal} To live a hard life, workhard, and be treated unkindly. A new college student of long agoled a dog’s life....
23. Значение идиомы choke up[choke up] {v.} 1a. To come near losing calmness or self-control from strong feeling; be upset by your feelings. When one speaker after another praised John, he choked up and couldn’t thank them. When Father tried to tell me how glad he was to see me safe after the accident, he choked up and was ... Читать далее...
24. Значение идиомы big as life[big as life] or [large as life] {adj. phr.} 1. or [life-size] The same size as the living person or thing. The statue of Jefferson was big as life. The characters on the screen were life-size. 2. or [big as life and twice as natural] {informal} In person; real and living. I had not seen ... Читать далее...
25. Значение идиомы keep one’s mouth shut[keep one’s mouth shut] {v. phr.}, {informal} To be or stay silent.- A rude expression when used as a command. When the crooks werecaptured by the police, their leader warned them to keep their mouthsshut. Charles began to tell Barry how to kick the ball, and Barrysaid angrily, «Keep your mouth shut!» Syn.: SHUT UP....
26. Значение идиомы cart before the horse[cart before the horse ] {n. phr.}, {informal} Things in wrong order; something backwards or mixed up. — An overused expression. Usually used with «put» but sometimes with «get» or «have». When the salesman wanted money for goods he hadn’t delivered, I told him he was putting the cart before the horse. To get married ... Читать далее...
27. Перевод слова weatherWeather — погода Перевод слова Flight weather briefing — предполетный инструктаж по метеообстановке brutal weather — отвратительная погода weather bureau — бюро погоды What lousy Weather! Что за мерзкая погода! I like cold Weather. Мне нравится холодная погода. I detest hot Weather. Я терпеть не могу жару....
28. Значение идиомы scratch one’s back[scratch one’s back] {v. phr.}, {informal} To do something kind andhelpful for someone or to flatter him in the hope that he will dosomething for you. Usually used in the expression «You scratch my backand I’ll scratch yours.» Mary asked Jean to introduce her to herbrother. Jean said, «You scratch my back and I’ll scratch ... Читать далее...
29. Значение идиомы make a face[make a face] {v. phr.}, {informal} To twist your face; make anugly expression on your face. Theboy made a face at his teacher when she turned her back. The sickboy swallowed the medicine and made a face....
30. Значение идиомы take a bow[take a bow] {v. phr.} To stand up or come on a stage to be clappedfor or praised for success. The audience shouted for the author ofthe play to take a bow. The basketball team should take a bow forfine work this season....
31. Значение идиомы life of Riley[life of Riley] {n. phr.}, {informal} A soft easy life; pleasant orrich way of living. He’s living the life of Riley. He doesn’t haveto work anymore. Compare: BED OF ROSES, IN CLOVER, LIVE HIGH OFF THEHOG....
32. Значение идиомы rave about[rave about] {v. phr.} To talk very enthusiastically about someoneor something. Hank praised the new TV show very highly but wedidn’t think it was anything to rave about....
33. Значение идиомы wear out one’s welcome[wear out one’s welcome] {v. phr.}, {informal} To visit somewheretoo long or come back too often so that you are not welcome any more. The Smith children have worn out their welcome at our house becausethey never want to go home. This hot weather has worn out itswelcome with us....
34. Значение идиомы horselaugh[horselaugh] {n. phr.} A loud, sarcastic, and derisive laugh. When the speaker praised politics as one of the oldest and noblestprofessions, his audience of college students gave him a horselaugh....
35. Значение идиомы set back[set back] {v.} 1. To cause to put off or get behind schedule; slowup; check. The cold weather set back the planting by two weeks. 2.{informal} To cause to pay out or to lose ; cost. His new car set him back over $3000....
36. Значение идиомы blow up[blow up] {v.} 1a. To break or destroy or to be destroyed by explosion. He blew up the plane by means of a concealed bomb. The fireworks factory blew up when something went wrong in an electric switch. 1b. {informal} To explode with anger or strong feeling; lose control of yourself. When Father bent the ... Читать далее...
37. Значение идиомы take the starch out of[take the starch out of] {v. phr.}, {informal} 1. To make feel weak or tired. The hot weather took the starch out of Mrs. Jones, and she didn’t feel like doing a thing. The cross-countryrun took all the starch out of the boys. 2. See: TAKE THE WIND OUT OFONE’S SAILS....
38. Значение идиомы friction tape[friction tape] {n.} Black cloth tape with one sticky side usedaround electric wires. The boy fixed his cracked baseball bat withsome friction tape....
39. Перевод идиомы under the weather, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: under the weather Перевод: нездоровый, больной, плохо себя чувствующий Пример: He is feeling under the weather so he is going to bed early tonight. Он не очень хорошо себя чувствует, поэтому сегодня он собирается лечь спать пораньше....
40. Значение идиомы such as it is[such as it is] Just as it appears or is presented, not being anybetter or worse than most others of its kind; being average ormediocre. This pie, such as it is, is the best I can make. Janetold her grandmother her grades, such as they were....