Значение идиомы under one’s breath

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1. Значение идиомы breath [breath] See: CATCH ONE’S BREATH, DRAW A LONG BREATH or TAKE A LONG BREATH, HOLD ONE’S BREATH, IN THE SAME BREATH, OUT OF BREATH, SAVE ONE’S BREATH, SECOND WIND also SECOND BREATH, TAKE ONE’S BREATH AWAY, UNDER ONE’S BREATH, WASTE ONE’S BREATH....
2. Значение идиомы waste one’s breath [waste one’s breath] {v. phr.} To speak or to argue with no result;do nothing by talking. The teacher saw that she was wasting herbreath; the children refused to believe her. I know what I want. You’re wasting your breath....
3. Значение идиомы take one’s breath away [take one’s breath away] {v. phr.} To surprise greatly; impressvery much; leave speechless with surprise or wonder or delight;astonish. The sunset is so beautiful it takes our breath away. His refusal was so unexpected it took my breath away. Compare: CATCHONE’S BREATH....
4. Значение идиомы catch one’s breath [catch one’s breath] {v. phr.} 1. To breathe in suddenly with fear or surprise. The beauty of the scene made him catch his breath. Compare: TAKE ONE’S BREATH AWAY. 2a. To rest and get back your normal breathing, as after running. After running to the bus stop, we sat down to catch our breath. 2b. […]...
5. Значение идиомы out of breath [out of breath] {adj.} or {adv. phr.} Not breathing easily orregularly; gasping; panting. The fat man was out of breath afterclimbing the stairs. The mile run left Bill out of breath....
6. 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....
7. Значение идиомы hold one’s breath [hold one’s breath] {v. phr.} 1. To stop breathing for a momentwhen you are excited or nervous. The race was so close thateveryone was holding his breath at the finish. 2. To endure greatnervousness, anxiety, or excitement. John held his breath for daysbefore he got word that the college he chose had accepted him....
8. Значение идиомы in the same breath [in the same breath] {adv. phr.} 1. At the same time; withoutwaiting. John would complain about hard times, and in the samebreath boast of his prize-winning horses. Jane said Bill wasselfish, but in the same breath she said she was sorry to see himleave. 2. In the same class; in as high a group. – […]...
9. Перевод слова breath Breath – дыхание Перевод слова Short of breath – страдающий одышкой deep breath – глубокий вдох to bate one’s breath – затаить дыхание Sara took a deep Breath. Сара сделала глубокий вдох. It’s so cold outside that I can see my Breath. На улице так холодно, что я могу видеть собственное дыхание. His Breath quickened. […]...
10. Значение идиомы save one’s breath [save one’s breath] {v. phr.}, {informal} To keep silent becausetalking will not help; not talk because it will do no good. Saveyour breath; the boss will never give you the day off....
11. Перевод идиомы under one’s breath, значение выражения и пример использования Идиома: under one’s breath Перевод: шепотом, тихим голосом Пример: He was talking under his breath in the movie theater and somebody complained. Он что-то негромко говорил в кинотеатре, и кто-то начал жаловаться....
12. Значение идиомы short of breath [short of breath] {adj.} Panting and wheezing. He ran up sixflights of stairs so rapidly that he was short of breath for severalminutes....
13. Перевод идиомы in the same breath, значение выражения и пример использования Идиома: in the same breath Перевод: почти одновременно, в одном и то же время, в тот же момент Пример: My friend said that he was busy on Friday but in the same breath he suggested that we go away for the weekend. Мой друг сказал, что был занят в пятницу, но тут же предложил отправиться […]...
14. Перевод идиомы waste one’s breath, значение выражения и пример использования Идиома: waste one’s breath Перевод: говорить бестолку, не достигать желаемого результата Пример: He is very stubborn and you are wasting your breath to argue with him. Он очень упрям, и ты бестолку пытаешься спорить с ним....
15. Перевод идиомы catch one’s breath, значение выражения и пример использования Идиома: catch one’s breath Перевод: восстановить дыхание (после физической нагрузки) Пример: After running from the station it took a moment to catch my breath. После пробежки с вокзала я мигом отдышался....
16. Перевод идиомы hold one’s breath, значение выражения и пример использования Идиома: hold one’s breath Перевод: задержать дыхание Пример: I had to stop and hold my breath while I was waiting for the announcement of the winning name. Я задержал дыхание, пока ждал объявления победителя....
17. Перевод идиомы wait with bated breath, значение выражения и пример использования Идиома: wait with bated breath Перевод: ждать, затаив дыхание Пример: I waited with bated breath for the results of my exams. Я ждал результатов экзаменов, затаив дыхание....
18. Перевод идиомы save one’s breath, значение выражения и пример использования Идиома: save one’s breath Перевод: промолчать, не тратить лишних слов Пример: You may as well save your breath and not talk to her as she will not believe you anyway. Можешь даже и не тратить лишних слов и не разговаривать с ней, потому что она тебе все равно не поверит....
19. Значение идиомы bandy about [bandy about] {v. phr.} To spread rumors or whisper secrets. The news of Jim and Mary’s divorce was bandied about until everyone at the office had heard it....
20. Having a Best Friend Lucy: I’m so excited! My friend, Marlene, is coming to town for a visit. Buddy: Have I met Marlene? Lucy: No, I don’t think so. We Grew up together and we were always Joined at the hip. Buddy: When I was little, I had a friend like that. We were Blood brothers. Lucy: Yeah, Marlene […]...
21. Giving CPR Joyce: Lie down on the floor. Steve: Why? Joyce: I have to practice for my CPR exam tomorrow. I’m taking it so I can get my CPR Certification. Lie down please. Steve: Okay, okay. Now what do I do? Joyce: You just lie there and pretend to be Unresponsive, like you’re in Cardiac arrest. Okay, […]...
22. Перевод слова aloud Aloud – вслух, громко Перевод слова To read aloud – читать вслух to laugh aloud – громко смеяться cry aloud – громко кричать; орать He read the poem Aloud. Он читает стихотворение вслух. The pain made him cry Aloud. Боль заставила его плакать вслух. Oh, sorry. I was thinking Aloud. Ох, извините. Я думал вслух. […]...
23. Meeting an Out of Town Friend Lucy: Hey Jeff, Have you met my friend? Jeff: No, I don’t think I have. Lucy: Well, this is my Oldest and best friend, Marlene. She’s visiting From out of town. Jeff: Hi, I’m Jeff. Marlene: Hi, iT’s nice meeting you. Jeff: How long do you plan to be in town? Marlene: I’m here for […]...
24. Значение идиомы stage whisper [stage whisper] {n. phr.} A loud whisper intended to reach otherears than those of the person addressed. Some jokes should betold in a stage whisper....
25. An Apology Becky: Curt. Curt: Oh, hi. Becky: Can I talk to you for a minute? Curt: I’m really busy right now. Becky: Just one minute. I Promise it won’t take long. Curt: Okay. Let’s talk over here. Becky: Curt, I’m really Sorry that I told Joyce that you had A crush on her. We were just […]...
26. Перевод слова whisper Whisper – шепот, слух; шептать, сообщать по секрету Перевод слова To speak in a whisper – говорить шепотом a whisper of scandal – сплетни, “шепоток” stage whisper – подсказка суфлера A Whisper ran through the crowd. По толпе пробежал шепот. What were they Whispering about? О чем они шепчутся? She Whispered to us that she […]...
27. Значение идиомы in the running [in the running] {adj.} or {adv. phr.} Having a chance to win; notto be counted out; among those who might win. At the beginning ofthe last lap of the race, only two horses were still in the running. A month before Joyce married Hal, three of Joyce’s boyfriendsseemed to be still in the running. Al […]...
28. Diversity at Work Jeff: What were you and Richard talking about earlier? It looked Intense. Lucy: Yeah, Richard said something to me that I Didn’t Appreciate. Jeff: Oh, no. I know how Insensitive he can be. What has he done now? Lucy: He asked me how long it took me to learn English. Jeff: But, you were born […]...
29. Значение идиомы think aloud [think aloud] or [think out loud] {v.} To say what you arethinking. “I wish I had more money for Christmas presents,” Fatherthought aloud. “What did you say?” said Mother. Father answered, “I’msorry. I wasn’t talking to you. I was thinking out loud.”...
30. Значение идиомы on the level [on the level] {adj. phr.}, {informal} Honest and fair; telling thewhole truth. Our teacher respects the students who are on the levelwith her. Joyce wondered if the fortune-teller was on the level....
31. Bargaining with a Seller It was Saturday afternoon and I was shopping in the Garment district in downtown L. A. If you want to find good Deals on clothes, shoes, and Accessories, this is the place to come. To get the best deal, though, you have to be ready to bargain. I walked by a Stall and saw a […]...
32. Bargaining with a Seller It was Saturday afternoon and I was shopping in the Garment district in downtown L. A. If you want to find good Deals on clothes, shoes, and Accessories, this is the place to come. To get the best deal, though, you have to be ready to bargain. I walked by a Stall and saw a […]...
33. Problems at the Office Lucy: Hey Jeff, can I Pick your brain for a minute? Jeff: Sure, what’s up? Lucy: Well, I have a Sticky situation at work and I wanted to get your Input. You’re always so Tactful. Jeff: Thanks. I’m not sure I can help but I’ll give you my two cents. Lucy: Well, it’s like this. […]...
34. Значение идиомы repeat oneself [repeat oneself] {v. phr.} To say the same thing over again, oftenin the same words; repeat ideas because you forget what you said orbecause you want to stress their importance. Grandfather isforgetful and often repeats himself when he tells a story. Ateacher often has to repeat herself several times before her pupilsremember what she tells […]...
35. Taking Credit Jeff: You’re not going to believe what happened? Lucy: Oh, is the big meeting over? What happened? Jeff: Dan tried To take credit for Our idea for the new Campaign. Lucy: You’re kidding me! I thought he might try To pull something Like this, but I didn’t think he’d Have the nerve To do that. […]...
36. Getting Travel Documents Joyce: We need to apply for our Passports now if we want to have them In time for our trip to McQuillanland. Steven: I have a passport. Joyce: Yes, but it Expired last year. You need to Renew it before you can get a Visa. McQuillanland requires a visa and Vaccinations before they’ll allow Entry […]...
37. The Blind Date I Broke up With my boyfriend last month. We had Gone out for a year and I was ready to Settle down. But, I could tell that he still wanted to Play the field before getting married. I don’t think Don ever Cheated on Me, but I finally realized that he wasn’t The Marrying type. […]...
38. A good student It was the first day of school and a new student named Martinez, the son of a Mexican restaurateur, entered the fourth grade. The teacher said, “Let’s begin by reviewing some American history. Who said “Give me Liberty, or give me Death?” She saw a sea of blank faces, except for Martinez, who had his […]...
39. Who keeps saying those things A man walked in to a bar after a long day at work. As he began to drink his beer, he heard a voice say seductively “You’ve got great hair!” The man looked around but couldn’t see where the voice was coming from, so he went back to his beer. A minute later, he heard […]...
40. Teamwork Jeff: So, does that sound okay with you? Lucy: What? Oh, I’m sorry. I didn’t hear what you said. Jeff: You seem Preoccupied today. What’s up? Lucy: Oh, it’s this guy I know from this class I’m taking. His name is Richard. I think I’ve mentioned him before. Jeff: Yeah, sure, the guy you’re working […]...