Значение идиомы on the spot

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1. Перевод идиомы in a tight spot / in a tough spot, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: in a tight spot / in a tough spot Перевод: в трудном положении, ситуации Пример: The man was in a tight spot after he lost his job. Мужчина находился в трудном положении, когда потерял работу....
2. Значение идиомы Johnny-on-the-spot[Johnny-on-the-spot] {adj. phr.} At the right place when needed;present and ready to help; very prompt; on time. A good waterboy isalways Johnny-on-the-spot. The firemen were Johnny-on-the-spot andput out the fire in the house soon after it started. Compare: ON THEJOB....
3. Значение идиомы sore spot[sore spot] or [sore point] {n.} A weak or sensitive part; asubject or thing about which someone becomes angry or upset easily. Don’t ask Uncle John why his business failed; it’s a sore spot withhim. Compare: WHERE THE SHOE PINCHES....
4. Значение идиомы hit the spot[hit the spot] {v. phr.}, {informal} To refresh fully or satisfyyou; bring back your spirits or strength. — Used especially of food ordrink. A cup of tea always hits the spot when you are tired. Mother’s apple pie always hits the spot with the boys....
5. Значение идиомы blind spot[blind spot] {n.} 1. A place on the road that a driver cannot see in the rear view mirror. I couldn’t see that truck behind me, Officer, because it was in my blind spot. 2. A matter or topic a person refuses to discuss or accept. My uncle Ted has a real blind spot about ... Читать далее...
6. Перевод идиомы on the spot, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: on the spot Перевод: 1. тотчас же, сразу, на месте, не откладывая; 2. в затруднительном или неловком положении, в тяжелом положении Пример: It’s noon, and I’m glad you’re all here on the spot. Now we can begin. Сейчас полдень, и я рад, что вы все на месте. Теперь мы можем начинать. The man was ... Читать далее...
7. Значение идиомы X marks the spot[X marks the spot] An indication made on maps or documents ofimportance to call attention to a place or a feature of someimportance. The treasure hunter said to his companion, «Here it is;X marks the spot.»...
8. Значение идиомы spot check[spot check] {n. phr.} A sample check or investigation. InternalRevenue Service employees often conduct a spot check of individualreturns when the figures don’t add up....
9. Значение идиомы have a soft spot in one’s heart for[have a soft spot in one’s heart for] {v. phr.} To besympathetically inclined towards; entertain a predilection for. Ronalways had a soft spot in his heart for intellectual women wearingminiskirts....
10. Перевод идиомы tight spot, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: tight spot Перевод: трудная ситуация, положение Пример: We are in a very tight spot since the top salesman quit. Мы находимся в очень трудном положении, потому что ведущий продавец уволился....
11. Перевод идиомы X marks the spot, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: X marks the spot Перевод: то самое место, точное место, локация Пример: We looked at the map and saw that X marked the spot where the accident had taken place. Мы посмотрели на карту и увидели точно место того, где произошел несчастный случай....
12. Перевод идиомы have a soft spot for someone or something, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: have a soft spot for someone or something Перевод: питать слабость к чему-либо или кому-либо из-за чувства сильной привязанности Пример: He’s always had a soft spot for his youngest son. Он всегда испытывал особую привязанность к своему младшему сыну....
13. Перевод слова spotSpot — пятно, позор; пачкать, позорить Перевод слова Sun spots — пятна на Солнце without a spot on his reputation — с незапятнанной репутацией table spotted with ink — стол, закапанный чернилами plague spot of sin and imperfection — клеймо греха и несовершенства You have a Spot on your tie. У вас пятно на галстуке. ... Читать далее...
14. Перевод сленгового выражения hit the spot, значение и пример использованияСленговое выражение: hit the spot Перевод: фраза, означающая «это было просто отлично», или «это было как раз тем, что мне нужно» Пример: Mmmm — that cup of coffee really hit the spot! Мммм… эта чашка кофе была просто превосходной! I needed a good laugh, and that slang cartoon really hit the spot. Мне хотелось хорошо ... Читать далее...
15. Перевод слова broadcastBroadcast — радио — телевещание, трансляция Перевод слова Television broadcast — телевизионное вещание to jam a broadcast — глушить передачу the broadcast method — распространенный метод The programme will be Broadcast nationally. Программа будет транслироваться на национальном уровне. They Broadcast the news people want to see. Они показывают такие новости, какие люди хотят видеть. His ... Читать далее...
16. Перевод идиомы a sore point / spot, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: a sore point / spot Перевод: больное место, уязвимое место Пример: I tried not to make any reference to Jim’s drinking habits — I know it’s a sore point with Tess at the moment. Я старался никак не упоминать о проблемах Джима с выпивкой, я знаю, что это сейчас больное место для Тесс....
17. Значение идиомы go to pot[go to pot] {v. phr.}, {informal} To be ruined; become bad; bedestroyed. Mr. Jones’ health has gone to pot. The motelbusiness went to pot when the new highway was built. Compare: GO TOWRACK AND RUIN, GO TO THE DOGS....
18. Current events. Press. PoliticsТопик Текущие события. Пресса. Политика рассказывает о том, сколько полезной информации мы можем получить из газетных публикаций, потому что они охватывают все основные темы нашей жизни. По сравнению с другими СМИ, такими как телевидение, интернет и журналы, газеты освещают все новости намного подробнее и своевременнее. Nowadays our world is overloaded with various events. Every day ... Читать далее...
19. Значение идиомы in any case[in any case] also [in any event] or [at all events] {adv. phr.} 1.No matter what happens: surely; without fail; certainly; anyhow;anyway. It may rain tomorrow, but we are going home in any case. I may not go to Europe, but in any event, I will visit you during thesummer. 2. Regardless of anything else; ... Читать далее...
20. Значение идиомы press conference[press conference] {n. phr.} A meeting with news reporters. Thereporters questioned the president about foreign affairs at the pressconference. The press conference with the senator was broadcast ontelevision....
21. Значение идиомы shout from the housetops[shout from the housetops] or [shout from the rooftops] {v. phr.},{informal} To tell everyone; broadcast, especially one’s own personalbusiness. Mr. Clark was so happy when his son was born that heshouted the news from the housetops. When Mary bleached her hair, her neighbors shouted it from the housetops....
22. Problems from the startJohn got off the elevator on the 50th floor and nervously knocked on his blind date’s door. She opened it and was as beautiful and charming as everyone had said. «I’ll be ready in a few minutes,» she said. «Why don’t you play with Spot, my dog, while you’re waiting?» He does wonderful tricks. He ... Читать далее...
23. That Spot на английском языке писателя Jack LondonI don’t think much of Stephen Mackaye any more, though I used to swear by him. I know that in those days I loved him more than my own brother. If ever I meet Stephen Mackaye again, I shall not be responsible for my actions. It passes beyond me that a man with whom I ... Читать далее...
24. Значение идиомы then and there[then and there] {adv. phr.} At that very time and place in thepast; right then. He said he wanted his dime back then and there, so I had to give it to him. Compare: IN ONE’S TRACKS, ON THE SPOT, HERE AND NOW....
25. Значение идиомы waiting list[waiting list] {n.} A list of persons waiting to get into something. The nursery school enrollment was complete, so thedirector put our child’s name on the waiting list. The landlordsaid there were no vacant apartments available, but that he would putthe Rogers’ name on the waiting list....
26. Значение идиомы strike[strike] or [hit a sour note] {v. phr.} To spoil the mood at agathering by hearing some bad news. The news of Mr. Brown’s suddenillness struck a sour note during our New Year’s Eve party. Compare:SPIT INTO THE WEDDING CAKE....
27. 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...
28. Значение идиомы out of touch[out of touch] {adj. phr.} Not writing or talking with each other;not getting news anymore. Fred had got out of touch with people inhis hometown. On his island Robinson Crusoe was out of touch withworld news. Compare: LOSE TOUCH, LOSE TRACK. Contrast: IN TOUCH....
29. Значение идиомы in the hole[in the hole] {adv.} or {adj. phr.}, {informal} 1a. Having a scorelower than zero in a game, especially a card game; to a score belowzero. John went three points in the hole on the first hand of thecard game. 1b. Behind an opponent; in difficulty in a sport or game. We had their pitcher in ... Читать далее...
30. ‘Kung Fu Panda’ Hits A Sore Spot in ChinaWhy a Quintessentially Chinese Movie Was Made in Hollywood BEIJING — The blockbuster success of an American animated movie that’s set in ancient China, highlights Chinese culture, mythology and architecture and stars a kung fu fighting panda has filmmakers and ordinary Chinese wondering: Why wasn’t this hit made. . . in China? «Kung Fu Panda» ... Читать далее...
31. Значение идиомы get at[get at] {v.} 1. To reach an understanding of; find out themeaning. This book is very hard to get at. 2. To do harm to. The cat is on the chair trying to get at the canary. Compare: GETBACK AT. 3. To have a chance to do; attend to. I hope I have timeto get ... Читать далее...
32. My Favourite TV ProgramТопик Моя любимая телевизионная программа рассказывает о роли телевидения в нашей жизни. Просмотр ТВ передач – самое популярное развлечение, из разнообразных программ мы узнаем о текущих событиях в мире и в нашей стране, смотрим оперные и балетные постановки, музыкальные концерты, развлекательные шоу и спортивные передачи. Есть также образовательные передачи для школьников. Транслируется много художественных фильмов ... Читать далее...
33. Значение идиомы keep up[keep up] {v.} 1a. To go on; not stop; continue. The rain keptup for two days and the roads were flooded. Compare: KEEP ON. 1b. Togo on with ; continue steadily; never stop. Mrs. Smithtold John to keep up the good work. The teacher asked Dick to stopbothering Mary, but he kept it up. Compare: ... Читать далее...
34. Moscow NewsТопик Московские новости рассказывает об истории создания и развития знаменитой газеты «Московские новости» на английском и русском языках, известную каждому изучающему английский язык. Из этой газеты можно узнать обо всем, что происходит в России, Москве, других странах мира. В газете много интересных рубрик и рекламы. «Moscow News» is a national weekly newspaper. The first issue ... Читать далее...
35. Значение идиомы first class[first class] {n.} 1. The first rank; the highest class; the bestgroup. The pianist was quite good but he was not in the firstclass. 2. The most expensive or comfortable class of travel; the bestor one of the best groups in which to travel, especially by ship, train, or airplane. Most people can’t afford the ... Читать далее...
36. Перевод слова expensiveExpensive — дорогой, дорогостоящий, расточительный Перевод слова Expensive clothes — дорогая одежда expensive furs — ценные меха expensive man — расточительный человек expensive of health — подрывающий здоровье It’s more Expensive to live in the city than in the country. В городе жить намного дороже, чем в деревне. She’s always Expensively dressed. Она всегда дорого ... Читать далее...
37. Значение идиомы in a hole[in a hole] or [in a spot] {adj. phr.}, {informal} In anembarrassing or difficult position; in some trouble. When therestaurant cook left at the beginning of the busy season, it put therestaurant owner in a hole. Compare: BEHIND THE EIGHT BALL, IN THEHOLE....
38. Значение идиомы clear-eyed[clear-eyed] {adj.} Understanding problems or events clearly; being able to tell very well the results of a way of acting. Tom is very clear-eyed. He knows he doesn’t have much chance of winning the race, but he will try his best. He is a clear-eyed and independent commentator on the news....
39. Значение идиомы off the beaten track[off the beaten track] {adv. phr.} Not well known or often used;not gone to or seen by many people; unusual. The theater is off thebeaten track. We are looking for a vacation spot that is off thebeaten track. Compare: OUT OF THE WAY....
40. Значение идиомы right away[right away] or {informal} [right off] also {informal} [right offthe bat] {adv. phr.} Immediately; as the next thing in order; withoutdelay. Phil’s mother told him to do his homework right away so thathe could enjoy the weekend. The Red Cross aids disaster victimsright away. Jill knew the answer right off. The teacher saidhe could not ... Читать далее...