Значение идиомы gird one’s loins

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1. Значение идиомы just the other way[just the other way] or [the other way around] {adv. phr.} Just theopposite. One would have thought that Goliath would defeat David, but it was the other way around....
2. Значение идиомы roll up one’s sleeves[roll up one’s sleeves] To get ready for a hard job; prepare towork hard or seriously. When Paul took his science examination, hesaw how little he knew about science. He rolled up his sleeves andwent to work....
3. Перевод слова preparePrepare — готовить, подготавливать Перевод слова To prepare a lecture — подготовить лекцию to prepare a scheme of action — подготовить план действий to prepare for the worst — готовиться к худшему This dish is very quick to Prepare. Приготовление этого блюда занимает совсем немного времени. We were assigned to Prepare a meal. Нам поручили ... Читать далее...
4. Значение идиомы hang on to your hat[hang on to your hat] or [hold on to your hat] or [hold your hat]{v. phr.}, {informal} 1. Watch out; be prepared. — Used as a command, usually to warn of an unexpected action. «Hold on to your hat,»said Jim as he stepped on the gas and the car shot forward. 2. Getready for a ... Читать далее...
5. Перевод слова giantGiant — гигант; громадный, исполинский Перевод слова A man of giant strength — человек огромной силы giant planets — большие планеты mental giant — гигант мысли The building was shaped like a Giant pyramid. Здание было выстроено в форме гигантской пирамиды. Giant pandas emit a gentle bleat instead of a mighty roar. Гигантские панды издают ... Читать далее...
6. Gone fishingHenry Abel’s son, David, burst into the house, crying like everything. His Mama asked him what the problem was. «Pop and I were fishing, and he hooked a giant fish. Really big. Then, while reeling it in, the line busted and the fish got away.» «Now come on, David,» his mother said, «a big boy ... Читать далее...
7. Перевод слова struggleStruggle — борьба, усилие, бороться Перевод слова The class struggle — классовая борьба to give in without a struggle — сдаться без боя to struggle for existence — бороться за существование They Struggled to remain alive. Они боролись за жизнь. Maths is a real Struggle for her. Математика дается ей с большим трудом. He Struggled ... Читать далее...
8. Значение идиомы go halves[go halves] {v. phr.}, {informal} To share half or equally becomepartners. The boys went halves in raising pigs. The men aregoing halves in a new business. The girl bought a box of candy andwent halves with her roommate....
9. Перевод слова literaryLiterary — литературный Перевод слова Literary studies — литературные исследования literary works — литературные произведения the literary profession — профессия литератора или писателя She hired a Literary agent. Она наняла литературного агента. The Literary language of England became afflicted with Gallicisms. Литературный язык Англии заражен галлицизмами. I am growing more and more sick of gossip ... Читать далее...
10. Jack LondonJack London was born in 1876 in San Francisco. His real name was John Griffit. His father was a farmer. The family was extremely poor and the boy had to earn his living after school. He sold newspapers, worked at a factory. Later he became a sailor; during some time he wandered vrith the unemployed. ... Читать далее...
11. Перевод слова actionAction — действие, деятельность, поступок, работа Перевод слова Clarion call to action — громкий призыв к действию a coherent plan for action — согласованный план действий to compromise an action — закончить дело миром consecution of action — последовательность действий Lights, camera, Action! Свет, камера, мотор! Now’s the time for Action. Пришло время действовать. The ... Читать далее...
12. Значение идиомы happen on[happen on] or [happen upon] {v.}, {literary} To meet or findaccidentally or by chance. The Girl Scouts happened on a charminglittle brook not far from the camp. At the convention I happenedupon an old friend I had not seen for years. Syn.: CHANCE ON, COMEACROSS, . Compare: HIT ON....
13. Значение идиомы make ends meet[make ends meet] {v. phr.} To have enough money to pay one’s bills;earn what it costs to live. Both husband and wife had to work tomake ends meet....
14. Значение идиомы hold one’s horses[hold one’s horses] {v. phr.}, {informal} To stop; wait; bepatient. — Usually used as a command. May be considered rude. «Holdyour horses!» Mr. Jones said to David when David wanted to call thepolice....
15. Значение идиомы rat race[rat race] {n.}, {slang} A very confusing, crowded, or disorderlyrush; a confusing scramble, struggle, or way of living that does notseem to have a purpose. The dance last night was a rat race. It wastoo noisy and crowded. School can be a rat race if you don’t keepup with your studies. This job is a ... Читать далее...
16. Значение идиомы out of action[out of action] {adv. phr.} Useless; crippled; damaged so as to bequiescent. American bombers put Nazi heavy industry out of actionduring World War II. When I broke my leg I was out of action forthe entire football season....
17. At the MoviesMy friend Jim and I decided to see the latest Blockbuster this weekend. I like a good Action movie once in a while. We decided to meet at the movie theater After work. When I got the theater, I looked around and didn’t see Jim. So, I thought I would get in line to buy ... Читать далее...
18. Nervous at an Interview III was Just in time for my interview and I was very nervous. I walked up to the Receptionist. She was talking into a Headset and typing on her keyboard. David: Good morning. I’m David Laso. I have an appointment with Dale Mendoza at 10 o’clock. Could you please let her know that I’m here? ... Читать далее...
19. Значение идиомы go halfway[go halfway] or [go halfway to meet one] or [meet one halfway] {v. phr.} To give up part of what you want or to do your share in reachingan agreement with someone. Our neighbors are willing to go halfwayto meet us and pay their share for a fence between our houses. Bobwants to make up ... Читать далее...
20. Значение идиомы have it made[have it made] {v. phr.}, {slang} To be sure of success; haveeverything you need. With her fine grades Alice has it made and canenter any college in the country. The other seniors think Joe hasit made because his father owns a big factory....
21. Значение идиомы follow through[follow through] {v. phr.} 1. To finish a movement that you havestarted; continue an action to its natural ending. A footballpasser should follow through after he throws the ball. 2. To finishan action that you have started. Bob drew plans for a table for hismother, but he did not follow through by making it....
22. Kick-ass sermonA new priest at his first mass was so nervous he could hardly speak. After mass he asked the monsignor how he had done. The monsignor replied, » When I am worried about getting nervous on the pulpit, I put a glass of vodka next to the water glass. If I start to get nervous, ... Читать далее...
23. Значение идиомы throw a party[throw a party] {v. phr.}, {informal} To hold a party; have aparty. The club is throwing a party in the high school gym Saturdaynight. The Seniors threw a masquerade party on Halloween....
24. David Duchovny — Дэвид ДуховныDavid Duchovny was born in New York City on the 7th of August, 1960. His father is a writer and his mother is a housewife. Before David was bom his parents had been English teachers. When his parents divorced, David was raised by his mother, along with his sister Laurie and his brother Daniel. David ... Читать далее...
25. Mending a Broken HeartDavid: Why has Joyce been Moping around all week? What’s wrong with her? Victoria: She’s Suffering from a broken heart. Her boyfriend Broke up with her over the weekend. They had been together for two years. David: Did she tell you the Gruesome details? Victoria: Not really. She just said that she’s feeling Depressed and ... Читать далее...
26. Talking About Attractive Men and WomenPamela: You know that your tongue is hanging out of your mouth, right? David: That’s because I’ve never seen so many beautiful women in one place before. Why have I never been to this beach before? Look at her! She’s a Hottie! Pamela: Isn’t that what you said about that woman over there? David: No, ... Читать далее...
27. Значение идиомы parting of the ways[parting of the ways] {n. phr.} 1. The point where a road or pathdivides; a fork. They stood undecided at a parting of the ways, where a forest path forked. 2. A time or place where a choice must bemade; a deciding point. He had come to a parting of the ways: hehad to choose ... Читать далее...
28. Перевод идиомы a course of action, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: a course of action Перевод: ход действий; что-либо, чего нужно придерживаться, чтобы что-либо сделать Пример: We decided on our course of action before we told our boss about our decision. Мы продумали ход действий до того, как рассказали своему начальнику о нашем решении....
29. Значение идиомы high jinks[high jinks] {n. phr.}, {informal} Noisy or rough gaiety; wildplay; tricks. The sailors were on shore leave, and high jinks wereto be expected. The high school seniors engaged in high jinksafter commencement....
30. A Publicity StuntHank: What’s that for? Svetlana: This Costume? I’m planning a Publicity stunt to get our store more business. Hank: You think that Dressing up as a giant banana will get our store more business? Svetlana: We need to get Media coverage for the Grand opening of our store and Attract as much Attention as possible. ... Читать далее...
31. Значение идиомы carry through[carry through] {v.} 1a. To put into action. Mr. Green was notable to carry through his plans for a hike because he broke his leg. 1b. To do something you have planned; put a plan into action. Jean makes good plans but she cannot carry through with any of them. Compare: GO THROUGH WITH, CARRY ... Читать далее...
32. Значение идиомы spending money[spending money] or [pocket money] {n.} Money that is given to aperson to spend. When the seniors went to New York City on a trip, each was given $10 in spending money. Father gave John a nickel inpocket money when he went to the store with Mother....
33. Перевод идиомы all talk (and no action), значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: all talk (and no action) Перевод: пустые разговоры; говорить о том, чтобы сделать что-либо, но так и не делать этого Пример: Our boss is all talk and no action and nothing new is ever done in our department. Наш начальник постоянно ведет пустые разговоры, и в нашем отделении никогда не делается ничего нового....
34. Значение идиомы breathe down one’s neck[breathe down one’s neck] {v. phr.}, {informal} To follow closely; threaten from behind; watch every action. Too many creditors were breathing down his neck. The carpenter didn’t like to work for Mr. Jones, who was always breathing down his neck....
35. Значение идиомы meet up with[meet up with] {v. phr.} To meet by accident; come upon withoutplanning or expecting to. When he ran around the tree, Bob suddenlymeet up with a large bear. The family would have arrived on time, but they met up with a flat tire....
36. John and David were both patients in a Mental hospitalJohn and David were both patients in a Mental hospital. One day, John suddenly dived into the deep end of the swimming pool. David jumped in and saved him, and the medical director came to know of his heroic act. He immediately order David to be discharged from the mental hospital as he is OK. ... Читать далее...
37. Значение идиомы bump into[bump into] {v.}, {informal} To meet without expecting to; happen to meet; come upon by accident. Mary was walking down the street, when she suddenly bumped into Joan. Ed was surprised to bump into John at the football game. Syn.: RUN INTO....
38. Buying Theater TicketsSusie: I can’t believe I’m going to get to see my favorite actor in a Play. I want Front row seats! David: I’m looking at the Venue’s seating plan right now and all front row seats are Taken for the entire Run. I’m guessing that Season ticket holders got those. Susie: Damn! All right. Let’s ... Читать далее...
39. David Copperfield is doing his magic show andDavid Copperfield is doing his magic show and asks if anyone would like to show him a trick. «I will», replies a guy in the audience, «but I’m going to need your wife Claudia and a table.» «Ok», says David and the guy gets on stage. He then bends Claudia over the table, pulls down ... Читать далее...
40. Значение идиомы cold war[cold war] {n.} A struggle that is carried on by other means and not by actual fighting; a war without shooting or bombing. After World War II, a cold war began between Russia and the United States....