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1. Значение идиомы natural-born [natural-born] {adj.} 1. Being a because you were born inthe country. Mr. and Mrs. Schmidt came to the United States fromGermany and are naturalized citizens but their children arenatural-born citizens. 2. Born with great ability to become ; having great ability almost fromthe start. Joe had never played baseball before trying out for theteam but […]...
2. Значение идиомы first of all [first of all] {adv. phr.} Chiefly; primarily; as the first thing. After we get to Chicago, we will, first of all, try to find areliable used car....
3. Значение идиомы at half mast [at half mast] {prep. phr.} Halfway up or down; referring primarily to flag posts, but may be used jokingly. When a president of the United States dies, all flags are flown at half mast....
4. Значение идиомы sunbelt [sunbelt] {n.}, {informal} A portion of the southern United Stateswhere the winter is very mild in comparison to other states. TheSimpsons left Chicago for the sunbelt because of Jeff’s rheumatism....
5. The USA (2) The United States of America is another important English-speaking country. It consists of fifty different states and the District of Columbia joined together under one government. The USA covers an area of almost 9400000 square kilometres and is twice as large as all the countries of Europe combined. It is placed in the middle of […]...
6. Значение идиомы open-door policy [open-door policy] {n. phr.} A policy that states that newcomersare welcome to join the company, firm, or country in question. During the nineteenth century the United States had an open-doorpolicy regarding immigration....
7. Перевод слова primarily Primarily – первоначально, в первую очередь, сначала Перевод слова Primarily responsible – несущий основную ответственность primarily liable – ответственный в первую очередь be primarily responsible for – являться главной причиной He aimed his criticism Primarily at parents. Свою критику он направлял главным образом на родителей. Ketchup is Primarily made from tomatoes. Кетчуп, в основном, делается […]...
8. The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland Great Britain lies on the Atlantic coast of Western Europe, separated from France by only 34 km of water. It is made up of three countries, England, Scotland and Wales. Great Britain with Northern Ireland forms the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. The capital of the United Kingdom is London, in England. […]...
9. Перевод слова country Country – страна, местность, деревня Перевод слова Country of origin – страна происхождения country speech – просторечие country town – провинциальный город country bumpkin – деревенщина The two Countries have a lot in common. У этих двух стран много общего. I’m just a Country boy. Я простой деревенский парень. The Country is opposed to war. […]...
10. Биография Барака Обамы на английском языке. Biography of Barrack Obama Barack H. Obama is the 44th President of the United States. His story is the American story – values from the heartland, a middle-class upbringing in a strong family, hard work and education as the means of getting ahead, and the conviction that a life so blessed should be lived in service to others. With […]...
11. 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, […]...
12. President precedent Difference Between a Bad *President* and a Bad *Precedent* … BAD *PRECEDENT: Tipper: “How does it feel to be the big man, Hon?” Al: “Well Tip, it took 17 lawsuits and 18 months of election recounts, but I’d do it all again.” … BAD *PRESIDENT: Mr. Bush, repeat after me. I do solemnly swear – […]...
13. Значение идиомы opposite number [opposite number] {n. phr.} A person occupying the same position assomeone in a different group, organization, or country. Theopposite number of the President of the United States in Germany isthe Chancellor of the Federal Republic....
14. Great Britain The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (commonly known as the United Kingdom, the U. K., or Britain) is a country to the northwest of mainland Europe. It comprises the island of Great Britain, the northeast part of the island of Ireland and many small islands. Northern Ireland is the only part of […]...
15. Great Britain (2) Топик Великобритания (2) продолжает знакомить вас с Соединенным Королевством Великобритании и Северной Ирландии, с населением более 57 миллионов человек. Самая длинная река – Северн, самая глубокая и важная – Темза, есть много красивых озер. Наиболее известные Университеты – Оксфорд и Кембридж. Страна – монархия, во главе с Королевой. The United Kingdom of Great Britain and […]...
16. Great Britain (4) Из топика Великобритания (4) вы узнаете много интересных подробностей о населении, климате, рельефе, реках, деревнях и климате страны. В тройку известных университетов, кроме Оксфорда и Кембриджа, можно добавить и университет Глазго. В Великобритании хорошо развита промышленность и сельское хозяйство. Главные промышленные центры – Шеффилд, Бирмингем и Манчестер. Крупнейшие города страны – Лондон, Бирмингем, Кардифф, Манчестер, […]...
17. Clinton country A guy is sitting at a bar and orders a drink. At the same time the TV go’s on and there is Bill Clinton about to give a speech. The man yells, “There’s a horses ass” A guy gets up and punches him.. And the man left.. Then when Hilary Clinton came on he said […]...
18. Helping this country One night, Bill Clinton was awakened by George Washington’s ghost in the White House. Clinton saw him and asked, “George, what is the best thing I could do to help the country?” “Set an honest and honorable example, just as I did,” advised George. The next night, the ghost of Thomas Jefferson moved through the […]...
19. Ideas On Living In A Foreign Country В топике Мнение о проживании в другой стране – автор высказывает свое личное мнение о том, почему люди меняют место жительства и выбирают другие страны. Причины могут быть разными: политические или религиозные гонения, нищета, ужасные условия жизни, климат и др. Вновь прибывшие в чужую страну могут хорошо вписаться в другую культуру, но могут возникнуть и […]...
20. Значение идиомы brain drain [brain drain] {n.}, {informal} 1. The loss of the leading intellectuals and researchers of a country due to excessive emigration to other countries where conditions are better. Britain suffered a considerable brain drain to the United States after World War II. 2. An activity requiring great mental concentration resulting in fatigue and exhaustion That math […]...
21. English Country-Side England looks like a great well-ordered park. The hedges surrounding the gardens look beautiful in spring. In summer when they are covered with leaves and flowers they are even better. In autumn they are gold, brown and red. In winter they are still beautiful, especially in the early winter when you can see a few […]...
22. Moshe Rabbinowitz decides to join the country club Moshe Rabbinowitz decides to join the country club near his home. He goes in and is turned down flat because he does not meet their “standards.” So he enrolls in the finest schools to learn the art of being culturally rich. Moshe learns to cook the finest of foods, appreciate the best art, drive the […]...
23. Geographical Position of Great Britain – Географическое положение Великобритании There are two large islands and several smaller ones, which lie in the north-west coast of Europe. Collectively they are known as the British Isles. The largest island is called Great Britain. The smaller one is called Ireland. Great Britain is separated from the continent by the English Channel. The country is washed by the […]...
24. Country and City – Деревня или город People are always wondering whether the country or the city is the ideal place to live. If there is one preference-which I take leave to make a conclusion-then it is the country rather than the city that provides people with optimal living conditions. There widespread testimonies for it and the primary ones are listed as […]...
25. The USA (8) The United States of America is the fourth largest country in the world (after Russia, Canada and Chine). It occupies the southern part of North America and stretches from the Pacific to the Atlantic Ocean. It also includes Alaska in the north and Hawaii in the Pacific Ocean. The total area of the country is […]...
26. Save the country A woman shows up at the white house in a trench coat and scarf and says, “I received your emergency phone call, Mrs. Clinton, and came right away, but what could “I” possibly do to save the country?” Mrs. Clinton: “Come inside and let me explain, Mrs. Bobbit…”...
27. Значение идиомы know-how [know-how] {n.}, {slang} Expertise; ability to devise andconstruct. The United States had the know-how to beat the SovietUnion to the moon in 1969....
28. The Geographical Position of Great Britain – Географическое положение Великобритании (1) There are two large islands and several smaller ones, which lie in the north-west coast of Europe. Collectively they are known as the British Isles. The largest island is called Great Britain. The smaller one is called Ireland. Great Britain is separated from the continent by the English Channel. The country is washed by the […]...
29. Значение идиомы come out for [come out for] {v. phr.} To support; declare oneself in favor of another, especially during a political election. Candidates for the presidency of the United States are anxious for the major newspapers to come out for them....
30. Why was Washington made the capital of the United States? After the War of Independence the United States needed a capital city. Different cities in different parts of the country wanted to be the nation’s capital. After all, it was decided to build a new city. In 1791 George Washington, the first president, chose the place where the city now stands. The land around the […]...
31. Значение идиомы keep step with [keep step with] {v. phr.} To maintain the same degree of progressas someone else. The United States has no choice but to keep stepwith potential enemies in terms of modern defense systems....
32. Russian Country-Life Russia has always been a great agricultural country. Russian agriculture produces almost all the farm crops known in the world. The total area under cultivation is largely occupied by grain crops such as wheat, maize, barley, rye, oats, etc. The rest is occupied by potatoes and other vegetables, legumes, fruits and industrial crops. In the […]...
33. Значение идиомы open letter [open letter] {n. phr.} A public message in the form of a letteraddressed to a particular person or to a group. There was an openletter to the president of the United States in today’s morningpaper....
34. It was during a ball at Andrew Jackson country home It was during a ball at Andrew Jackson’s country home that the family physician approached Mrs. Jackson to say, “You’re looking wonderful tonite, Rachel! What keeps you so radiant and effervescent?” “Having such a popular husband, of course.” “Surely there must be more to it than that, madam.” “Well, there’s Old Hickory’s dickery, doc.”...
35. Значение идиомы tell it to the marines [tell it to the marines] or [tell it toSweeney] {slang} I don’tbelieve you; Stop trying to fool me. John said, “My father knowsthe President of the United States.” Dick answered, “Tell it to themarines.”...
36. Значение идиомы keep out [keep out ] {v. phr.} 1. To stay out; remain out of. Thesign on the fence said, “Danger! Keep out!” 2. To stave off; notallow in. The border patrol near El Paso, Texas, is trying to keepillegal immigrants out of the United States....
37. A ventriloquist was driving in the country A ventriloquist was driving in the country when he was attracted to a large farm. He asked for and was given a tour. As he was shown through the barn, the ventriloquist thought he’d have some fun. He proceeded to make one of the horses talk. The hired hand, wide-eyed with fear, rushed from the […]...
38. Значение идиомы stand for [stand for] {v.} 1. To be a sign of; make you think of; mean. The letters “U. S. A.” stand for “United States of America.” Thewritten sign “=” in an arithmetic problem stands for “equals.” Ourflag stands for our country. The owl stands for wisdom. 2. Tospeak in favor of something, or show that you […]...
39. On a cross-country bus trip On a cross-country bus trip, Mrs. Davis became extremely queasy due to motion sickness. She make her way to the restroom, only to find it locked. She went back to her seat, laid her head back and tried to fight off the nausea. Unsuccessfully, she rolled her head to the right and threw up on […]...
40. Значение идиомы out of reach [out of reach] {adv. phr.} Unreachable; unattainable;unobtainable. Sam wanted to be a United States senator but he cameto realize that such a dream was out of his reach....