Значение идиомы minority leader

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1. Значение идиомы majority leader[majority leader] {n.} The leader of the political party with themost votes in a legislative house. The majority leader of the Houseof Representatives tried to get the members of his party to supportthe bill. Compare: MINORITY LEADER....
2. Перевод слова minorityMinority — меньшинство Перевод слова Minority government — правительство меньшинства minority group — меньшинство to be in a minority — быть в меньшинстве minority report — особое мнение или заявление меньшинства to say for a minority — выступить от имени меньшинства Only a Minority of people support these new laws. Лишь немногие люди поддерживают эти ... Читать далее...
3. Перевод слова leaderLeader — лидер, вождь, глава, руководитель Перевод слова The leader of an expedition — глава, руководитель экспедиции spiritual leader — духовный лидер opposition leader — лидер оппозиции He’s got all the qualities to be a Leader. У него есть все качества, необходимые для того, чтобы стать лидером. Sol was the Leader of the pack. Сол ... Читать далее...
4. Значение идиомы cut into[cut into] {v.} 1. To make less; reduce. The union made the company pay higher wages, which cut into the profits. The other houses got old and shabby, and that cut into the value of his house. At first Smith led in votes, but more votes came in and cut into his lead. 2. To ... Читать далее...
5. A Girl Scout troop leaderA Girl Scout troop leader suddenly came upon a clearing where a young couple was engaged in oral sex. «Back ladies, back!» cried the leader. «There’s a very dangerous beast out there!» But it was too late, as several of her girls had more-or-less seen the deed happening. They asked their leader what it was ... Читать далее...
6. A good leader — Хороший лидерIt is a common perception that leaders are born, not made. This may be true to some extent because many people display some intrinsic traits right from birth, which put them in the position where they are looked up as leaders. A person’s authoritativeness, confidence in speech and action and the ability to handle crisis ... Читать далее...
7. Значение идиомы get one’s feet wet[get one’s feet wet] {v. phr.}, {informal} To begin; do somethingfor the first time. The party was at Bill’s house and when Ruth andI got there the party had already started. «Jump right in and don’t beafraid to get your feet wet,» said Bill. «It’s not hard to danceonce you get your feet wet,» said ... Читать далее...
8. Значение идиомы silent majority[silent majority] {n.}, {informal} The large majority of peoplewho, unlike the militants, do not make their political and socialviews known by marching and demonstrating and who, presumably, canswing an election one way or the other. Sidney Miltner is a memberof the silent majority....
9. Значение идиомы hold off[hold off] {v.} 1a. To refuse to let become friendly. The president’s high rank and chilly manner held people off. Compare: KEEP AT A DISTANCE. 1b. To be rather shy or unfriendly. Perkins was a scholarly man who held off from people. Compare: KEEPAT A DISTANCE. 2. To keep away by fighting; oppose by force. ... Читать далее...
10. The British ParliamentThe British Parliament is the oldest in the world. It originatedin the 12th century as Witenagemot, the body of wise councillorsto consult the King in his policy. The BritishParliament consists of the House of Lords and the House ofCommons and the Queen as its head. The House of Commons plays themajor role in law-making. It ... Читать далее...
11. Значение идиомы in order[in order] {adv.} or {adj. phr.} 1. In arrangement; in the properway of following one another. Come to my desk in alphabetical orderas I call your names. Line up and walk to the door in order. Name all the presidents in order. Compare: IN TURN. 2. In propercondition. The car was in good working order ... Читать далее...
12. Значение идиомы olive branch[olive branch] {n. phr.} An overture; a symbol of peace. Tiredof the constant fighting, the majority government extended an olivebranch to the militant minority....
13. Bill and Bob met at the club for their weekly golf gameBill and Bob met at the club for their weekly golf game. And for the third week in a row, it was raining too hard to play. Bill: Well, Bob, what do you want to do now? Bob: Darts? Bill: Nah. Bob: Shoot some pool? Bill: Nah. Bob: Cards? Bill: Nah. Hey, I’ve got an ... Читать далее...
14. Political System of Great Britain — Политическая система Великобритании (1)The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland is a constitutional monarchy. Britain does not have a written constitution. Parliament is the most important authority in Britain. The monarch serves formally as head of state. The present sovereign is Queen Elizabeth II (the second). The House of Commons consists of Members of Parliament. General ... Читать далее...
15. Перевод слова majorityMajority — большинство Перевод слова The majority of mankind — большая часть человечества in the majority of cases — в большинстве случаев absolute majority — абсолютное большинство The Democrats have a slim Majority in the House. В палате демократы имеют незначительное большинство. The vast Majority of people will support us. Подавляющее большинство людей нас поддержит. ... Читать далее...
16. Значение идиомы take the stump[take the stump] or [take to the stump] {v. phr.} To travel aroundto different places making political speeches. The men running forpresident took to the stump to attract votes....
17. Значение идиомы hold out[hold out] {v. phr.} 1. To put forward; reach out; extend; offer. Mr. Ryan held out his hand in welcome. The clerk held out a dressfor Martha to try on. The Company held out many fine promises toJack in order to get him to work for them. 2. To keep resisting; notyield; refuse to give ... Читать далее...
18. Значение идиомы baby kisser[baby kisser] {n.}, {slang} A person campaigning for votes in his quest for elected political office; such persons often kiss little children in public. Nixon was a baby kisser when he ran for Vice President with Eisenhower....
19. Значение идиомы go along[go along] {v.} 1. To move along; continue. Uncle Bill made upthe story as he went along. Compare: GO ON. 2. To go together oras company; go for fun. — Often used with «with». Mary went alongwith us to Jane’s house. John just went along for the ride to theball game. He didn’t want to ... Читать далее...
20. Margaret Thatcher (2)Топик Маргарет Тэтчер (2) продолжает рассказывать о жизни и политической карьере первой в Великобритании женщины Премьер-министра. На этом посту Тэтчер предприняла энергичные усилия по реформированию британской экономики и всего общества. После победы Британии в Фолклендской войне, у Тэтчер был имидж сильного и авторитетного лидера. Но, в ноябре 1990 года, после возникших разногласий в Консервативной партии ... Читать далее...
21. Значение идиомы blow in[blow in] {v.}, {slang} To arrive unexpectedly or in a carefree way. The house was already full of guests when Bill blew in. Compare SHOW UP....
22. Значение идиомы rule the roost[rule the roost] {v. phr.}, {informal} To be leader or boss; be incharge. Jim is very bossy; he always wants to rule the roost. Who rules the roost in the Smith’s house? Compare: WEAR THETROUSERS....
23. Значение идиомы big cheese[big cheese] or [big gun] or [big shot] or [big wheel] or [big wig]{n.}, {slang} An important person; a leader; a high official; a person of high rank. Bill had been a big shot in high school. John wanted to be the big cheese in his club. Compare: WHOLE CHEESE....
24. Значение идиомы at least[at least] {adv. phr.} 1. or [at the least] At the smallest guess; no fewer than; no less than. You should brush your teeth at least twice a day. At least three students are failing in mathematics. Mr. Johnson must weigh 200 pounds at least. Compare: ALL OF. 2. Whatever else you may say; anyhow; ... Читать далее...
25. Значение идиомы fellow traveller[fellow traveller] {n.} A sympathizer with a political movement whodoes not officially belong to the political party in question. ManyGermans after World War II were innocently accused of being fellowtravellers of Nazism. During the McCarthy era, many Americans wereaccused of being Communist fellow travellers....
26. US Attorney General John Ashcroft was visiting an elementary schoolUS Attorney General John Ashcroft was visiting an elementary school. After fifteen minutes speaking he says: ‘I will now answer any questions you have.’ Bobby stands up and says: ‘I have four questions’: 1. How did Bush win the election with fewer votes than Gore? 2. Why haven’t you caught Osama bin Laden? 3. Why ... Читать далее...
27. Значение идиомы come across[come across] {v.} 1. or [run across] To find or meet by chance. He came across a dollar bill in the suit he was sending to the cleaner. The other day I ran across a book that you might like. I came across George at a party last week; it was the first time I ... Читать далее...
28. Political System of Great Britain — Политическая система Великобритании (2)The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland is a constitutional monarchy. It means that the sovereign reigns but does not rule. Britain does not have a written constitution, but a set of laws. Parliament is the most important authority in Britain. Technically Parliament is made up of three parts: the Monarch, the House ... Читать далее...
29. Значение идиомы foot the bill[foot the bill] {v. phr.} To cover the expenses of; pay forsomething. The bride’s father footed two-thirds of the bill for hixdaughter’s wedding. Compare: PICK UP THE TAB....
30. Значение идиомы pick up the tab[pick up the tab] {v. phr.} To pay the bill in a restaurant; be theone who underwrites financially what others are doing. «I am alwaysthe one who picks up the tab,» Charlie complained bitterly. «Othersget away with being freeloaders.» Compare: FOOT THE BILL....
31. The Political System of the USAWashington, the capital of the United States, is situated on the Potomac River in the District of Columbia. The district is a piece of land which doesn’t belong to any state but to all the states. Under the Constitution, the federal government is divided into three branches. The legislative power is vested in Congress and ... Читать далее...
32. Значение идиомы wade in[wade in] or [wade into] {v.}, {informal} 1. To go busily to work. The house was a mess after the party, but Mother waded in and soonhad it clean again. 2. To attack. When Bill had heard Jim’sargument, he waded in and took it apart. Jack waded into the boyswith his fists flying....
33. Значение идиомы take charge[take charge] {v. phr.} To begin to lead or control; take controlor responsibility; undertake the care or management. When Mrs. Jackson was in the hospital, her sister tookcharge of the Jackson children until Mrs. Jackson could care forthem. The child care class gave a party for the nursery children, and Mary took charge of the ... Читать далее...
34. Значение идиомы come out[come out] {v.} 1. {Of a girl:} To be formally introduced to polite society at about age eighteen, usually at a party; begin to go to big parties, In society, girls come out when they reach the age of about eighteen, and usually it is at a big party in their honor; after that they ... Читать далее...
35. Значение идиомы out on a limb[out on a limb] {adv. phr.} With your beliefs and opinions openlystated; in a dangerous position that can’t be changed. Thepresident went out on a limb and supported a foreign aid bill thatmany people were against. Grandfather went out on a limb beforethe summer was over and said that the next winter would be long ... Читать далее...
36. Congress of the USA – Конгресс СШАThe legislative branch of national government consists of two houses — the Senate and the House of Representatives — each with a different role, different powers, and a different electoral procedure. The House of Representatives is the institution of the federal government. The states are divided into congressional districts or constituencies of roughly equal size ... Читать далее...
37. Значение идиомы zero in on[zero in on] {v.} 1. To adjust a gun so that it will exactly hit ; aim at. Big guns were zeroed in on the enemy fort. American missiles have been zeroed in on certain targets, to be firedif necessary. 2. {slang} To give your full attention to. TheSenate zeroed in on the Latin-American problems. ... Читать далее...
38. Значение идиомы welcome mat[welcome mat] {n.} 1. A mat for wiping your shoes on, often withthe word «welcome» on it, that is placed in front of a door. Motherbought a welcome mat for our new house. 2. {informal} A warm welcome;a friendly greeting. — Used in such phrases as «the welcome mat isout» and «put out the welcome ... Читать далее...
39. Значение идиомы beyond one’s depth[beyond one’s depth] {adj.} or {adv. phr.} 1. Over your head in water; in water too deep to touch bottom. Jack wasn’t a good swimmer and nearly drowned when he drifted out beyond his depth. 2. In or into something too difficult for you; beyond your understanding or ability. Bill decided that his big brother’s ... Читать далее...
40. Значение идиомы throw together[throw together] {v.} 1. also [slap together] To make in a hurryand without care. Bill and Bob threw together a cabin out of oldlumber. The party was planned suddenly, and Mary threw together ameal out of leftovers. 2. To put in with other people by chance. The group of strangers was thrown together when the ... Читать далее...