Значение идиомы slow on the draw

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1. Фразовый глагол slow down / slow up — перевод и значение, пример использованияФразовый глагол: slow down / slow up Перевод: замедлять, замедляться Пример: Because Mary’s level in English is lower than the rest of the students, she slows the class down. Мэри тормозит всех в классе из-за того, что уровень ее английского ниже уровня других учеников....
2. Значение идиомы draw a line[draw a line] or [draw the line] {v. phr.} 1. To think of as different. The law in this country draws a line between murder and man slaughter. Can you draw the line between a lie and a fib? 2. To set a limit to what will be done; say something cannot be done. We ... Читать далее...
3. Значение идиомы slow burn[slow burn] {n.}, {informal} A slowly increasing feeling of anger. The boys kept teasing John, and watched him do a slow burn. Barbara’s slow burn ended only when Mary explained themisunderstanding....
4. Перевод слова drawDraw — рисовать, чертить; привлекать; натягивать Перевод слова To draw a boundary — провести границу to draw a bow — натягивать лук the play continues to draw — пьеса все еще пользуется успехом Can you Draw me a map of how to get there? Можете ли вы нарисовать мне карту, как туда добраться? How many ... Читать далее...
5. Значение идиомы draw a bead on[draw a bead on] {v. phr.} {informal} 1. To aim at; sight. The deer bounded into the forest before the hunters could draw a bead on them. John drew a bead on the elk, but didn’t have the heart to pull the trigger. 2. To take as an aim or goal. «I’m drawing a bead ... Читать далее...
6. Перевод слова slowSlow — медленный, неторопливый; туповатый, отсталый Перевод слова Slow speed — тихий ход slow train — почтовый поезд he is slow to make up his mind — он не скор на решения slow child — отсталый ребенок Play was very Slow. Игра шла очень медленно. Slow down, I need to catch my breath. Сбавь скорость, ... Читать далее...
7. Значение идиомы draw blood[draw blood] {v. phr.}, {informal} To make someone feel hurt or angry. If you want to draw blood, ask Jim about his last money-making scheme. Her sarcastic comments drew blood....
8. Значение идиомы draw fire[draw fire] {v. phr.} 1. To attract or provoke shooting; be a target. The general’s white horse drew the enemy’s fire. 2. To bring criticism or argument; make people say bad things about you. Having the newest car in your group is sure to draw fire....
9. Значение идиомы draw a parallel[draw a parallel] {v. phr.} To make a comparison. It is easy to draw a parallel between the characters of Saint Francis of Assisi and Great Saint Theresa of Aquila, but this doesn’t mean that all saints are alike....
10. Значение идиомы draw a blank[draw a blank] {v. phr.}, {informal} 1. To obtain nothing in return for an effort made or to get a negative result. I looked up all the Joneses in the telephone book but I drew a blank every time I asked for Archibald Jones. 2. To fail to remember something. I am trying to think ... Читать далее...
11. Перевод идиомы draw blood, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: draw blood Перевод: пускать кровь; разозлить кого-либо Пример: The politician was very careful not to draw blood during the debate. Политик был очень внимателен, чтобы не разозлить своего оппонента во время дебатов....
12. Перевод идиомы draw the line between something and something else, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: draw the line between something and something else Перевод: разделять две вещи; отличать одно от другого; проводить границу, разграничить, различать Пример: It’s very hard to draw a line between slamming a door and just closing it loudly. Очень сложно провести границу между хлопаньем двери и просто громким ее закрытием....
13. Значение идиомы draw up[draw up] {v.} 1. To write in its correct form; put in writing. The rich man had his lawyers draw up his will so that each of his children would receive part of his money when he died. 2. To plan or prepare; begin to write out. The two countries drew up a peace treaty ... Читать далее...
14. Перевод идиомы draw the line at something, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: draw the line at something Перевод: установить границы (дозволенного); провести черту, которую говорящий не собирается пересекать; решать остановиться на чем-либо Пример: We have to draw the line somewhere to limit the costs of the party. Нужно где-то остановиться, чтобы ограничить затраты на вечеринку. When it comes to drugs, he draws the line. He won’t ... Читать далее...
15. Значение идиомы slow down[slow down] {v. phr.} To go more slowly than usual. The road wasslippery, so Mr. Jones slowed down the car. Pat once could run amile in five minutes, but now that he’s older he’s slowing down. Compare: LET UP. STEP DOWN. Contrast: SPEED UP....
16. Значение идиомы slow up[slow up] {v.} 1. To go more slowly. The truck slowed up as itapproached the toll gate. Construction on the road slows uptraffic. 2. To become less busy. Business slows up at the storesafter Christmas....
17. Значение идиомы draw a conclusion[draw a conclusion] {v. phr.} To make an inference. After he failed to keep an appointment with me for the third time, I drew the conclusion that he was an unreliable person....
18. Перевод сленгового выражения luck of the draw, значение и пример использованияСленговое выражение: luck of the draw Перевод: по воле случая или судьбы Синоним: that’s the way the ball bounces Пример: Everyone else’s computer works just fine, but mine is broken. I guess that’s the luck of the draw. У всех остальных с компьютерами все в порядке, но мой не работает. Видимо, мне просто не повезло....
19. Значение идиомы draw lots[draw lots] {v. phr.} To select at random from a series in order to determine precedents or apportionment. The refugees to be evacuated drew lots on who would get a place on the first airplane out of the besieged city....
20. Значение идиомы draw on[draw on] {v. phr.} 1. To arrive; approach. As midnight drew on, the New Year’s Eve party grew louder and louder. 2. To secure funds from a bank or person. Jack kept drawing on his bank account so much that several of his checks bounced....
21. Пословица / поговорка slow and steady wins the race — перевод и значение, пример использованияПословица / поговорка: slow and steady wins the race Перевод: тише едешь, дальше будешь Пример: Slow and steady wins the race and the man was successful because of his hard work and patient determination. Тише едешь, дальше будешь, и у этого человека был успех потому, что он много работал и был очень решительно настроен....
22. Перевод идиомы draw to a close, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: draw to a close Перевод: заканчиваться, подходить к концу, приближаться к окончанию Пример: The tournament was drawing to a close and everybody was going back home. Чемпионат заканчивался, и все возвращались домой....
23. Значение идиомы draw and quarter[draw and quarter] {v. phr.}, {literary} 1. To execute someone in the barbaric medieval fashion of having him torn into four pieces by four horses tearing his body in four different directions. The captured foreign marauders were drawn and quartered by the angry citizens of ancient Frankfurt. 2. To punish someone very severely. «If you ... Читать далее...
24. Значение идиомы draw a long breath[draw a long breath] or [take a long breath] {v. phr.} To breathe deeply when getting ready to speak or act. Father asked who broke the window. Jim drew a long breath and admitted that he had done it. The salesman took a long breath and started his talk....
25. Значение идиомы draw out[draw out] {v. phr.} 1. To take out; remove. Johnny drew a dollar out of the bank to buy his mother a present. The hunter drew out his gun and shot the snake. 2. To make talk or tell something. Jimmy was bashful but Mrs. Wilson drew him out by asking him about baseball. 3. ... Читать далее...
26. Describing Brisk and Slow BusinessClint: Anya! Long time no see. Let me buy you a drink. I’m celebrating. Anya: Oh, yeah? What’s the good news? Clint: My company has had a Banner month. Since we Launched our new Line of software, we’re having trouble Keeping up with demand. Every product is Flying off the shelves. Anya: Wow, that’s great ... Читать далее...
27. Фразовый глагол draw up — перевод и значение, пример использованияФразовый глагол: draw up Перевод: составлять (документ) Пример: An agreement was drawn up and signed by the two parties. Соглашение было составлено и подписано обеими сторонами....
28. Meeting a New NeighborNancy: Hello there! Hello! Eric: Hello. Nancy: I’m Nancy, your Neighbor across the street. You’re new to the neighborhood. Eric: Yes, I just moved in last weekend. Nancy: That’s nice. How are you Settling in? Eric: Fine, thanks. Nancy: Would you like to come over and have a cup of coffee? I can give you ... Читать далее...
29. Fighting a Parking TicketMindy: Hey, where are you going? Eric: I’m going to Traffic court. I got a parking Ticket and I’m going to Fight it. Mindy: How much was the Fine? Eric: It was Only $40. But it’s not the money, it’s the Principle of the thing. Mindy: Why? Weren’t you parked Illegally? Eric: No, I wasn‚Aot. ... Читать далее...
30. Slow golfers aheadJoe decides to take his boss Phil to play 9 holes on their lunch. While both men are playing excellent they are often held up by two women in front of them moving at a very slow pace. Joe offers to talk to the women and see if they can speed it up a bit. ... Читать далее...
31. Dealing With the HeatJolene: I’m Sweating like a pig. When is this Heat wave going to end? Eric: I’ve no idea, but I’m Not moving a muscle until it does. Hand me that Pitcher of iced tea, would you? Jolene: Get it yourself. I’m not moving until it Drops below 80 Degrees. Eric: It’s not the Temperature. It’s ... Читать далее...
32. Shopping for a HatChristine: What do you think of this one? Eric: We’re here to buy hats To protect us from the sun while we’re on vacation. Do you think a Beret will do that? Christine: No, but it looks great on me, don’t you think? Isn’t it great to be getting away to the beach in the ... Читать далее...
33. Shopping for a HatChristine: What do you think of this one? Eric: We’re here to buy hats To protect us from the sun while we’re on vacation. Do you think a Beret will do that? Christine: No, but it looks great on me, don’t you think? Isn’t it great to be getting away to the beach in the ... Читать далее...
34. Перевод слова smartSmart — сообразительный, толковый; сильный, значительный Перевод слова A smart few — довольно большое число smart punishment — суровое наказание smart person — умный человек You’re looking very Smart. Вы выглядите очень умным. She was Smart to refuse. У нее хватило ума отказать. Poodles are said to be Smart dogs. Как говорят, пудели — умные ... Читать далее...
35. Being Late for an EventEric: Let’s Get a move on or we’ll be late – again! Carmen: Hold your horses. I’m On the verge of being ready. Rome wasn’t built in a day, you know. Eric: A day? I’d Settle for a week. Why is it that every time we have someplace to be you’re always Running late? Carmen: ... Читать далее...
36. Taking Up a New HobbyEric: Who were you talking to on the phone? Melissa: My mother. I was Commiserating with her about Dad’s Retirement. Eric: Your father retired two months ago. That was a good thing, right? Melissa: Well, it’s good that he doesn’t have to work anymore, but he’s Driving my mother up the wall. He Putters around ... Читать далее...
37. Describing Student AchievementJeannie: Everything okay? William: No, I just got off the phone with my daughter’s school and they’re not putting her in the Gifted and talented program. Jeannie: That’s disappointing, but wasn’t she Struggling in school last year? William: Her teachers were thinking of putting her in Remedial classes. Can you believe that? My daughter is ... Читать далее...
38. Значение идиомы poor as a church mouse[poor as a church mouse] {adj. phr.}, {informal} Penniless; broke;extremely poor. The newly arrived boat people were poor as churchmice....
39. Planting Flowers and TreesZuly: Hurry up! Mom will be home any minute and we’re not done Planting. Eric: Whose idea was it anyway to plant a Garden for Mom for her birthday? We’ve been working under this hot sun all day and the smell of the Fertilizer is really Getting to me. Zuly: It was Our idea, remember? ... Читать далее...
40. Перевод слова poorPoor — бедный, жалкий, скромный Перевод слова Poor peasant — крестьянин-бедняк poor fellow — бедняга, несчастный in my poor opinion — по моему скромному мнению a poor ten shillings — жалкие десять шиллингов I am a Poor swimmer. Я плохо плаваю. Oh, you Poor thing. Ах ты, бедняжка! We were too Poor to buy new ... Читать далее...