Значение идиомы song and dance

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1. Перевод идиомы song and dance / songs and dances, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: song and dance / songs and dances Идиома: song and dance / songs and dances разг. Перевод: целая история, сказки (история, придуманная с целью оправдаться, ввести в заблуждение, или обмануть) Пример: My friend gave me a song and dance about being busy but I did not believe him. Мой друг рассказал мне целую историю ... Читать далее...
2. Значение идиомы stuff and nonsense[stuff and nonsense] {n.} Foolish or empty writing or talk;nonsense. Fred told a long story about his adventures in Africa, but it was all stuff and nonsense. Often used as an interjection. When Jane said she was too sick to go to school, her mother answered,»Stuff and nonsense! I know there’s a test today.»...
3. Значение идиомы for a song[for a song] {adv. phr.}, {informal} At a low price; for a bargainprice; cheaply. He sold the invention for a song and its buyerswere the ones who got rich. They bought the house for a song andsold it a few years later at a good profit....
4. Перевод слова songSong — песня, песнь Перевод слова The song of praise — хвалебная песнь prick song — дразнилка give us a song — спойте нам что-нибудь evergreen song — песня на все времена The Song is 24 bars long. В этой песне 24 такта. He sang a love Song. Он пел песню о любви. She whistled ... Читать далее...
5. Learning to DanceArthur: You know that you’ve Taken on an impossible task, right? Martha: Teaching you to dance? I’m sure you’re Selling yourself short. Arthur: No, really, I Have two left feet. I’m completely Uncoordinated and have no Sense of rhythm. I’m just not Cut out for dancing. Martha: Let’s not Get ahead of ourselves. We’ll just ... Читать далее...
6. Значение идиомы dance to another tune[dance to another tune] {v. phr.} To talk or act differently, usually better because things have changed; be more polite or obedient because you are forced to do it. Johnny refused to do his homework but punishment made him dance to another tune. Compare: CHANGE ONE’S TUNE, SING A DIFFERENT TUNE....
7. Перевод слова danceDance — танцевать, танец Перевод слова To dance a waltz — танцевать вальс to dance in the air — кружиться в воздухе dance music — танцевальная музыка Shall we Dance? Потанцуем? Dance is an art. Танец — это вид искусства. They met at a Dance. Они познакомились на танцах. rel=»nofollow»>...
8. Значение идиомы buy for a song[buy for a song] {v. phr.} To buy something very cheaply. Since the building on the corner was old and neglected, I was able to buy it for a song....
9. Значение идиомы lead one a merry dance[lead one a merry dance] {v. phr.} To cause someone unusualdiscomfort or expense; tire someone by causing one to overdo. Withher personal extravagances and constant social activities that cost afortune, Carol led her husband a merry dance....
10. 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...
11. Значение идиомы swan song[swan song] {n. phr.}, {literary} A farewell or last appearance. The famous soprano gave her swan song in La Traviata before sheretired....
12. Перевод идиомы for a song, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: for a song Перевод: за бесценок, почти даром (обычно используется с глаголами Buy и Get) Пример: I was able to buy my new car for a song. Я смог купить новую машину за бесценок....
13. Перевод слова nonsenseNonsense — абсурд, глупости, чушь Перевод слова Nonsense! — вздор!, пустяки! to talk nonsense — говорить чепуху, городить вздор to cut the nonsense — пресекать вздор Her plan is rank Nonsense. Ее план — полная чушь. Stow that Nonsense! Брось эти глупости! You’re to stop that Nonsense, do you hear me? Прекрати нести эту чушь, ... Читать далее...
14. For me life is a dance — Для меня жизнь это танецFor me life is a dance. I cannot imagine myself without it. Every movement, swing, turn, makes the world brighter. I have been dancing since I was 5. And it is passion of my life. At first, I danced ballroom dancers. It is very beautiful and elegant. Dress, heels, hair — what could be more ... Читать далее...
15. Birth Order and Sibling RivalriesNancy: Isn’t this a great time of year? Families get together over the holidays. Yasmani: Maybe it’s nice for some families, but I Dread my family Get-togethers. Nancy: How come? Yasmani: I have a big family and there has always been a lot of Sibling rivalry. Nancy: I’m sure that was true when you were ... Читать далее...
16. It’s not a danceTwo prisoners were having a chat. The first one said. «I’ve go two tickets for the warden’s ball, Do you want to buy one?» «No thanks, mate,» said the second guy. «I can’t dance.» «It’s not a dance, mate,» said the first prisoner. «It’s a raffle!»...
17. Значение идиомы hot air[hot air] {n.}, {informal} Nonsense, exaggerated talk, wasted wordscharacterized by emotion rather than intellectual content. That wasjust a lot of hot air what Joe said....
18. Значение идиомы give in[give in] {v.} To stop fighting or arguing and do as the otherperson wants; give someone his own way; stop opposing someone. Mother kept inviting Mrs. Smith to stay for lunch, and finally shegave in. After Billy proved that he could ride a bicycle safely, his father gave in to him and bought him one. ... Читать далее...
19. Значение идиомы take pity on[take pity on] also [take pity upon] {v. phr.} To feel sympathy orpity and do something for. Mary took pity on the orphan kittens. The farmer took pity upon the campers, and let them stay in his barnduring the rain....
20. Значение идиомы double-talk[double-talk] {n.} 1. Something said that is worded, either on purpose or by accident, so that it may be understood in two or more different ways. The politician avoided the question with double-talk. 2. Something said that does not make sense; mixed up talk or writing; nonsense. The man’s explanation of the new tax bill ... Читать далее...
21. Writing a Love SongIsaac: Can you Keep it down in there? I’m trying to write a song. Brittany: You are? What kind of song? Isaac: It’s None of your business. Brittany: Come on. Tell me. Isaac: It’s for Melanie. Brittany: Oh, it’s a Love song. That’s so romantic. Are you going To serenade her? Isaac: Maybe. Now leave ... Читать далее...
22. Значение идиомы weigh down[weigh down] also [weight down] 1. To make heavy; cause to go downor bend with weight; overload. The evergreens are weighed down bythe deep snow. — Often used with «with» or «by». There are so manychildren in the back seat that they are weighing down the back of thecar. 2a. To overload with care or ... Читать далее...
23. Значение идиомы not a leg to stand on[not a leg to stand on] {n. phr.}, {informal} No good proof orexcuse; no good evidence or defense to offer. The man with a gunand $300 in his pocket was accused of robbing an oil station. He didnot have a leg to stand on....
24. Перевод слова foolishFoolish — глупый, дурашливый, нелепый Перевод слова It was a foolish thing to say — глупо было говорить это to look foolish — выглядеть нелепо to feel foolish — неловко себя чувствовать He was wearing a Foolish grin. Он глупо улыбался. Besides being heartbroken, she felt Foolish. В добавок к разбитому сердцу, она чувствовала себя ... Читать далее...
25. Значение идиомы pep talk[pep talk] {n.}, {informal} A speech that makes people feel good sothey will try harder and not give up. The football coach gave theteam a pep talk. Mary was worried about her exams, but felt betterafter the teacher’s pep talk....
26. Перевод идиомы as dull as dishwater / as dull as ditchwater, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: as dull as dishwater / as dull as ditchwater Идиома: as dull as dishwater / as dull as ditchwater разг. Перевод: крайне неинтересный Пример: The speakers at the conference were as dull as dishwater. Выступающих на конференции было очень неинтересно слушать....
27. Значение идиомы for the birds[for the birds] {adj. phr.}, {slang} Not interesting; dull; silly;foolish; stupid. I think history is for the birds. I saw thatmovie. It’s for the birds....
28. Ordering Food DeliveryOrder clerk: Hello, Torino’s Restaurant. Nancy: Hello, I’d like To place a Delivery order. Order clerk: Can I have your address and the Major cross streets, please? Nancy: It’s 1212 Main Street, and the nearest cross streets are Speedway and Highland. Order clerk: Okay, it looks like you’re in our Delivery area. What would you ... Читать далее...
29. Перевод слова pityPity — жалость, сострадание, сожаление Перевод слова To have pity — пожалеть pity is akin to love — жалость сродни любви devoid of pity — безжалостный Once famous, he was now a mere object of Pity. Некогда знаменитый, теперь он лишь вызывал жалость. It’s a Pity you are not here. Жаль, что тебя здесь нет. ... Читать далее...
30. Значение идиомы cut in[cut in] {v.} 1. To force your way into a place between others in a line of cars, people, etc.; push in. After passing several cars, Fred cut in too soon and nearly caused an accident. — Often used with «on». A car passed Jean and cut in on her too close; she had to ... Читать далее...
31. Значение идиомы pitch in[pitch in] {v.}, {informal} 1. To begin something with much energy;start work eagerly. Pitch in and we will finish the job as soon aspossible. 2. To give help or money for something; contribute. Everyone must pitch in and work together. We all pitched in aquarter to buy Nancy a present. Syn.: CHIP IN. Compare: FALL ... Читать далее...
32. A young couple got married, and in their familyA young couple got married, and in their family, it was tradition that the best man dance with the bride for the first song. Well, this happened…but then they danced for the second song too. And the third. By the time the fourth song came on, the groom ran up and kicked the bride between ... Читать далее...
33. Why Do We Dance?Why do people dance? They do it for different reasons but probably the most expected answer is that they dance because they simply like it. It is difficult to say when dance became an important part of human culture. Dance has been used during different ceremonies, rituals and celebrations since prehistoric times. Archeologists have found ... Читать далее...
34. Перевод слова dullDull — глупый, скучный, тупой Перевод слова Dull beggar — зануда dull blade — тупое лезвие dull weather — пасмурная погода It’ll be Dull today. Сегодня будет пасмурно. It sounded pretty Dull to me. Это звучало довольно скучно для меня. When other people were merry, Mrs. Varden was Dull. Когда все веселились, миссис Варден грустила....
35. Nancy Reagan is the celebrity contestant on PasswordNancy Reagan is the celebrity contestant on Password. It’s her turn to guess the word. Voice Over: And the password is. . . black dick! Nancy: Um. . . is it a place? Her partner: No. Nancy: Is it a person? Her partner: No. Nancy: Hmm, then it must be a thing. Um, is it ... Читать далее...
36. Значение идиомы brush off[brush off] or [give the brush off] {v. phr.} 1. To refuse to hear or believe; quickly and impatiently; not take seriously or think important. John brushed off Bill’s warning that he might fall from the tree. I said that it might rain and to take the bus, but Joe gave my idea the brush ... Читать далее...
37. Значение идиомы tickle pink[tickle pink] {v. phr.}, {informal} To please very much; thrill;delight. Usually used in the passive participle. Nancy was tickledpink with her new dress....
38. Значение идиомы sweet talk[sweet talk] 1. {n.}, {informal} Too much praise; flattery. Sometimes a girl’s better judgment is overcome by sweet talk. 2.{v.}, {informal} To get what you want by great praise; flatter. Polly could sweet talk her husband into anything....
39. Значение идиомы in a family way[in a family way] or [in the family way] {adj. phr.}, {informal}Going to have a baby. Sue and Liz are happy because their mother isin the family way. The Ferguson children are promising kittens toeveryone because their cat is in a family way. Compare: WITH CHILD....
40. A peculiar dressNancy & Betty, and Jim & Tom were in the old people’s home. Nancy & Betty thought Jim & Tom weren’t getting enough excitement so they decided to run naked past Jim & Tom’s room. Later that night they did just that. Jim looked at Tom and said, «Did you see that? What in the ... Читать далее...