Значение идиомы get on one’s nerves

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1. Значение идиомы battle of nerves[battle of nerves] {n. phr.} A contest of wills during which the parties do not fight physically but try to wear each other out. It has been a regular battle of nerves to get the new program accepted at the local state university. See: WAR OF NERVES....
2. Перевод идиомы get on someone’s nerves, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: get on someone’s nerves Идиома: get on someone’s nerves разг. Перевод: действовать кому-либо на нервы Пример: The woman’s constant complaining is beginning to get on my nerves. Постоянное нытье этой женщины начинает действовать мне на нервы....
3. Диалог на английском языке с переводом «Get on my nerves»Penny Пенни What’s the matter? You look really annoyed. В чем дело? Ты выглядишь очень раздраженным. Guy Гай You’re not kidding. Harry brought his friend Ray round for a drink today. And that guy really Got on my nerves. Еще как. Гарри сегодня привел своего друга Рея, чтобы выпить. И этот парень очень сильно Действовал ... Читать далее...
4. Перевод слова nervousNervous — нервный Перевод слова Nervous exhaustion — нервное истощение nervous giggle — нервный смех nervous disorder — нервное расстройство the higher nervous system — высшая нервная деятельность Don’t be Nervous. Не волнуйтесь. It was a very Nervous situation. Обстановка была очень нервной. Sit back, there’s no need to be Nervous. Расслабься, беспокоиться не о ... Читать далее...
5. Значение идиомы have oneself[have oneself] {v. phr.}, {nonstandard} To enjoy. — Sometimes usedin very informal speech to provide emphasis. As soon as theirparents left, the boys had themselves some fun. After working hardall day, John had himself a good night’s sleep....
6. Значение идиомы shoot questions at[shoot questions at] {v. phr.} To interrogate rapidly andvigorously. The attorney for the prosecution shot one questionafter another at the nervous witness....
7. Значение идиомы shy away[shy away] or [shy off] {v.} To avoid; seem frightened or nervous. The boys shied away from our questions. The horse shied offwhen Johnny tried to mount it....
8. Значение идиомы Nervous Nellie[Nervous Nellie] {n.}, {informal} A timid person who lacksdetermination and courage. I say we will never win if we don’t stopbeing Nervous Nellies!...
9. Burger conversationsM. I. T.: «I had a nervous breakdown this weekend.» «Have some fries.» Caltech: «I had three nervous breakdowns this weekend.» «Have some fries.» Yale: «I got mugged on the way to class today.» «Have some fries.» Brown: «I got a nose ring this weekend, Professor Smith.» «Cool! Me too! Have some fries.» Swarthmore: «I ... Читать далее...
10. Значение идиомы wear on[wear on] {v.} 1. To anger or annoy; tire. Having to stayindoors all day long is tiresome for the children and wears on theirmother’s nerves. 2. To drag on; pass gradually or slowly; continue inthe same old way. Johnny tried to wait up for Santa Claus but asthe night wore on, he couldn’t keep his ... Читать далее...
11. Значение идиомы eating one[eating one] {v. phr.} To cause someone to be angry or ill-humored. We can’t figure out what’s eating Burt, but he hasn’t spoken onepleasant word all day....
12. Значение идиомы nervous prostration[nervous prostration] {n.} An illness of the mind that makes youfeel very tired, worried, and bored, and that often causes headaches, upset stomach, and other sickness. Aunt Jane said that taking careof us children all day was enough to give any woman nervousprostration....
13. Значение идиомы nervous breakdown[nervous breakdown] {n.} A mild or severe attack of mental illness;a collapse of a person’s ability to make decisions and solve problemsbecause of overwork, great mental strain, or the like. When themother saw her baby run over, she suffered a nervous breakdown....
14. Перевод идиомы a nervous Nellie, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: a nervous Nellie Перевод: робкий человек, лишенный мужества, решительности Пример: He is a nervous Nellie and is afraid of the other students in the school. Он очень робкий и пугливый, и он боится других учеников в школе....
15. Значение идиомы run ragged[run ragged] {v. phr.} To tire out; make nervous by too much worryor work. Trying to keep up with too many clubs, sports, andactivities in addition to his homework ran Tom ragged. On a rainyday the children sometimes ran Mother ragged. Compare: WEAR OUT....
16. Значение идиомы on edge[on edge] {adj. phr.} Excited or nervous; impatient. Themagician kept the children on edge all through his show. We wereall on edge as we listened to the TV for news of the electionresults. Father was on edge after driving home through the heavyholiday traffic. See: SET ONE’S TEETH ON EDGE. Contrast: AT EASE....
17. Пословица / поговорка old habits die hard — перевод и значение, пример использованияПословица / поговорка: old habits die hard Перевод: от старой привычки трудно избавиться Пример: Old habits die hard and it is very difficult for my grandfather to change some of his habits. От старой привычки трудно избавиться, и моему дедушке очень сложно поменять некоторые свои привычки....
18. 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.»...
19. Значение идиомы dig in[dig in] {v.}, {informal} 1. To dig ditches for protection against an enemy attack. The soldiers dug in and waited for the enemy to come. 2a. To go seriously to work; work hard. John dug in and finished his homework very quickly. 2b. To begin eating. Mother set the food on the table and told ... Читать далее...
20. Bum in need of foodOne afternoon, a man was riding in the back of his limousine when he saw two men eating grass by the road side. He ordered his driver to stop and he got out to investigate. «Why are you eating grass?», he asked one man. «We don’t have any money for food.», The poor man replied. ... Читать далее...
21. Young Amanpreet never quite got over his miserableYoung Amanpreet never quite got over his miserable childhood as an orphan in the ghetto. When he turned 18 he joined the Marines, but old habits die hard and one night the sergeant found him rummaging around the garbage and eating out of the discarded cans and jars. «On your free, Lizard Pecker,» he bellowed. ... Читать далее...
22. Перевод слова nerveNerve — нерв, нервная система; нервозность Перевод слова Nerves of steel — стальные нервы nerve specialist — врач по нервным болезням, невропатолог nerve storm — истерика; неудержимые рыдания to suffer from nerves — страдать расстройством нервной системы The brandy made him choke, but it restored his Nerve. Он задохнулся от бренди, но оно вернуло ему ... Читать далее...
23. Значение идиомы children should be seen and not heard[children should be seen and not heard] A command issued by adults to children ordering them to be quiet and not to interrupt. — A proverb. Your children should not argue so loudly. Haven’t you taught them that children should be seen and not heard?...
24. Значение идиомы work on[work on] also [work upon] {v.} 1. Have an effect on; influence. Some pills work on the nerves and make people feel more relaxed. 2.To try to influence or convince. Senator Smith worked on the othercommittee members to vote for the bill....
25. A man was riding in the back of his limousineA man was riding in the back of his limousine when he saw a man eating grass by the roadside. He ordered his driver to stop and he got out to investigate. «Why are you eating grass?» he asked the man. «I don’t have any money for food,» the poor man replied. «Oh, please come ... Читать далее...
26. Перевод сленгового выражения all, значение и пример использованияСленговое выражение: all Перевод: иногда используется в значении слов Very — «очень» или So — «так, в такой степени» (см. примеры) Пример: He was all nervous. = He was very nervous. Он очень нервничал. He was all happy. = He was very happy. Он был очень счастлив. Don’t get all emotional. = Don’t get so ... Читать далее...
27. Значение идиомы partake of[partake of] {v.}, {formal} 1. To take some of; receive a share of;eat. He partook of ordinary country fare as he traveled. 2. Tohave the same qualities as; show the characteristics of. Her way ofcooking partook of both Italian and American habits....
28. Значение идиомы on the shelf[on the shelf] {adv.} or {adj. phr.}, {informal} Laid aside; notuseful anymore. When a girl grows up, she puts childish habits onthe shelf. Mr. Myron’s company put him on the shelf when hereached the age of 65....
29. Значение идиомы new deal[new deal] {n.}, {informal} 1. A complete change; a fresh start. People had been on the job too long; a new deal was needed to getthings out of the old bad habits. 2. Another chance. The boy askedfor a new deal after he had been punished for fighting in school....
30. Visiting Childcare CentersAdam: What’s that? Noelle: It’s a list of questions I’m going to ask at the Childcare center when we visit today. I want to be prepared. Adam: We already know that it’s Licensed and has a good Reputation. What other questions are you going to ask? Noelle: Lots. For instance, I want to know what ... Читать далее...
31. Значение идиомы quick study[quick study] {n. phr.} One who acquires new skills and habits inrecord time. Sue is new at her job but people have confidence inher because she is a quick study....
32. Значение идиомы get the jitters[get the jitters] {v. phr.} To become very nervous or excited. Ialways get the jitters when I sit in an airplane that’s about to takeoff....
33. Значение идиомы give the willies[give the willies] {v. phr.} To cause someone to be uncomfortable, fearful, or nervous. Sue hates to camp out in a tent; the buzzingof the mosquitoes gives her the willies....
34. Значение идиомы wouldn’t put it past one[wouldn’t put it past one] {v. phr.} To think that someone is quitecapable or likely to have done something undesirable or illegal. Congressman Alfonso is insisting that he didn’t violate congressionalethics, but knowing both his expensive habits and his amorousescapades, many of us wouldn’t put it past him that he might havehelped himself to funds ... Читать далее...
35. Значение идиомы come apart at the seams[come apart at the seams] {v. phr.}, {slang}, {informal} To become upset to the point where one loses self-control and composure as if having suffered a sudden nervous breakdown. After his divorce Joe seemed to be coming apart at the seams....
36. Psychological DisordersBrett: Hi, Dr. Mollie. Could I speak to you for a few minutes? Dr. Mollie: Certainly. Have a seat. Brett: I’m really enjoying your Psychology class and I was wondering if I could ask you a few questions. Dr. Mollie: Sure, go ahead. Brett: Well, I have a friend who is Nervous all the time, ... Читать далее...
37. Значение идиомы keyed up[keyed up] {adj.}, {informal} Excited; nervous; anxious to dosomething. Mary was all keyed up about the exam. Mother wouldnot let Tom read a ghost story at bedtime; she said it would get himkeyed up....
38. Значение идиомы at loose ends[at loose ends] {adj. phr.} Without a regular job or settled habits; uncertain what to do next; having nothing to do for a while; undecided; unsettled; restless. Feeling at loose ends, I went for along walk. He had finished college but hadn’t found a job yet, so he was at loose ends....
39. Значение идиомы children and fools speak the truth[children and fools speak the truth] Children and fools say things without thinking; they say what they think or know when grown-ups might not think it was polite or wise to do so. — A proverb. «Uncle Willie is too fat,» said little Agnes. «Children and fools speak the truth,» said her father....
40. Being Alike and DifferentFabian: Oh, your babies are Adorable. They’re like Two peas in a pod. Clarissa: They may look like Mirror images of each other, but they’re Nothing alike. They each have their Distinct personalities. Randy likes to sleep during the day and Dominic likes to sleep at night. Fabian: That’s like my babies at home. They’re ... Читать далее...