Значение идиомы weigh in

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1. Значение идиомы weigh on [weigh on] or [weigh upon] {v.} 1. To be a weight or pressure on;be heavy on. The pack weighed heavily on the soldier’s back. 2. Tomake sad or worried; trouble; disturb; upset. Sadness weighed onMary’s heart when her kitten died. John’s wrongdoing weighed uponhis conscience. The teacher’s advice weighed upon Tom’s mind. 3.To be a […]...
2. Перевод слова weigh Weigh – взвешивать, весить Перевод слова To weigh heavily – иметь большое значение weigh out – отвешивать, развешивать to weigh evidence – оценить доказательства She Weighs herself every morning. Она взвешивается каждое утро. The butcher Weighed the chicken. Мясник взвесил курицу. How much do you Weigh? Сколько вы весите?...
3. 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 […]...
4. Значение идиомы weigh one’s words [weigh one’s words] {v. phr.} To choose your words carefully; becareful to use the right words. When a teacher explains aboutreligion, he must weigh his words because his pupils may be of severaldifferent faiths. When old Mr. Jones talked to the students aboutbecoming teachers, he spoke slowly, weighing his words. In adebate, a political candidate […]...
5. Перевод идиомы weigh one’s words, значение выражения и пример использования Идиома: weigh one’s words Перевод: быть осторожным в выборе слов Пример: You should weigh your words carefully before you tell your boss what you want. Тебе следует внимательно подумать о том, что ты хочешь сказать своему начальнику, перед тем, как говорить с ним....
6. Ten pounds of pride A Texan bought a round of drinks for all in the bar and announced that his wife had just produced a typical Texas baby, weighing a whopping twenty pounds. “WOW!” was the response from everyone at the bar. Two weeks later the Texan returned to the bar. The bartender recognized him and asked, “Aren’t you […]...
7. Mike Mooney, a Yankee was driving through the south Mike Mooney, a Yankee was driving through the south when he decided he wanted to buy a pig. He stopped at a pig farm and told the farmer he wanted to buy a 100 pound pig. The farmer nodded, walked out into the sty, bent over and picked up a pig by its tail with […]...
8. Значение идиомы butt in [butt in] {v.}, {slang} To join in with what other people are doing without asking or being asked; interfere in other people’s business; meddle. Mary was explaining to Jane how to knit a sweater when Barbara butted in. Often used with “on”. John butted in on Bill and Tom’s fight, and got hurt. Compare: HORN […]...
9. Значение идиомы tee off [tee off] {v.} 1. To hit the golf ball from a small wooden peg ortee to begin play for each hole. We got to the golf course just intime to see the champion tee off. 2. {slang} To hit a ball, especially a baseball very hard or far. He teed off on the firstpitch. 3. […]...
10. Значение идиомы give as good as one gets [give as good as one gets] {v. phr.} To be able to give back blowfor blow; defend yourself well in a fight or argument. TheAmericans gave as good as they got in the war with the English. George gave as good as he got in his fight with the older boy. Compare: EYE FOR AN […]...
11. Значение идиомы cool down [cool down] or [cool off] {v.} To lose or cause to lose the heat of any deep feeling ; make or become calm, cooled or indifferent; lose interest. A heated argument can be settled better if both sides cool down first. John was deeply in love with Sally before he left for college, but he […]...
12. Some relatives A couple drove down a country road for several miles, not saying a word. An earlier discussion had led to an argument and neither of them wanted to concede their position. As they passed a barnyard of mules, goats, and pigs, the husband asked sarcastically, “Relatives of yours?” “Yep,” the wife replied, “in-laws.”...
13. Значение идиомы horn in [horn in] {v.}, {slang} To come in without invitation or welcome;interfere. Often used with “on”. Jack would often horn in onconversations discussing things he knew nothing about. Lee hornedin on Ray and Annie and wanted to dance with Annie. Compare: BUTT IN....
14. Перевод слова discussion Discussion – дискуссия, разговор Перевод слова Group discussion – групповое обсуждение to be under discussion – быть на рассмотрении to bring an issue up for discussion – выносить вопрос на обсуждение They engaged in a Discussion. Они участвовали в дискуссии. She joined a Discussion group. Она присоединилась к группе обсуждения. Some new projects came up […]...
15. Значение идиомы run for one’s money [run for one’s money] {n. phr.} 1. A good fight; a hard struggle. – Usually used with “give” or “get”. Our team didn’t win the game, but they gave the other team a run for their money. 2. Satisfaction;interest; excitement. – Usually used with “give” or “get”. Peoplelike to watch the champion fight because they […]...
16. Значение идиомы get the better of [get the better of] or [get the best of] {v. phr.} 1. To win over, beat; defeat. Our team got the best of the visitors in the lastquarter. George got the better of Robert in a game of checkers. When the opposing player fouled John, John let his anger get thebetter of his good sense […]...
17. Значение идиомы out of kilter [out of kilter] {adj. phr.}, {informal} 1. Not balanced right; notin a straight line or lined up right. The scale must be out ofkilter because when I weighed myself on it, it said 300 pounds. The wheels of my bicycle were out of kilter after it hit the tree. Contrast: IN BALANCE. 2. Needing repair; […]...
18. Значение идиомы tip the scales [tip the scales] {v. phr.}, {informal} 1. To weigh. Martin tipsthe scales at 180 pounds. 2. or [tip the balance] To have importantor decisive influence; make a decision go for or against you; decide. John’s vote tipped the scales in our favor, and we won theelection. Compare: TURN THE TIDE....
19. Перевод слова argument Argument – довод, аргумент; спор, дискуссия Перевод слова A coherent argument – логически последовательный довод compelling argument – убедительный, серьезный аргумент contentious argument – спорный аргумент This is a nonsensical Argument. Это бессмысленный спор. Your Argument isn’t very convincing. Ваш довод не очень убедителен. This is an Argument of weight. Это веский довод. Происхождение слова […]...
20. Значение идиомы at least [at least] {adv. phr.} 1. or [at the least] At the smallest guess; no fewer than; no less than. You should brush your teeth at least twice a day. At least three students are failing in mathematics. Mr. Johnson must weigh 200 pounds at least. Compare: ALL OF. 2. Whatever else you may say; anyhow; […]...
21. Значение идиомы button one’s lip [button one’s lip] also [zip one’s lip] {v. phr.}, {slang} To stop talking; keep a secret; shut your mouth; be quiet. The man was getting loud and insulting and the cop told him to button his lip. John wanted to talk, but Dan told him to keep his lip buttoned. Syn.: KEEP ONE’S MOUTH SHUT, […]...
22. Finding the right answers Did you hear about the 10 year old boy who asked his recently divorced mother her age? She told him that was not a question to ask and that he shouldn’t ask it again. He then asked her her weight. She, once again, told him that she wouldn’t answer the question and that he shouldn’t […]...
23. Перевод слова weight Weight – вес, тяжесть Перевод слова Specific weight – удельный вес unit of weight – единица веса to put on weight – прибавлять в весе, полнеть to lose weight – терять в весе, худеть This is an argument of Weight. Это веский довод. Sara’s convinced she has a Weight problem. Сара убеждена, что у нее […]...
24. Значение идиомы no deal [no deal] or [no dice] or [no go] or [no sale] or [no soap] {slang}Not agreed to; refused or useless; without success or result; no;certainly not. – Used in the predicate or to refuse something. Billy wanted to let Bob join the team, but I said that it was no dealbecause Bob was too young. […]...
25. Значение идиомы glass jaw [glass jaw] {n.}, {slang} The inability of a boxer to get a hardpunch on the jaw without being knocked out; a tendency to be knockedout easily. He would have been champion except for his glass jaw....
26. Значение идиомы hang one on [hang one on] {v. phr.}, {slang} 1. To give a heavy blow to; hithard. The champion hung one on his challenger in the second roundand knocked him out of the ring. 2. To get very drunk. After Smithlost his job, he went to a bar and hung one on....
27. Going on a Diet Decima: My Scale at home can’t be right. I Weighed myself this morning and I’ve Gained another five pounds since last month! Sebastian: You’re not the only one. My pants are feeling tight and it’s getting harder to see my feet! Decima: Okay, I’m making a decision right here, right now. I’m going on a […]...
28. Значение идиомы chime in [chime in] {v.} 1. {informal} To join in. The whole group chimed in on the chorus. When the argument got hot, John chimed in. 2. To agree; go well together. – Usually used with “with”. Dick was happy, and the holiday music chimed in with his feelings. When Father suggested going to the shore for […]...
29. Значение идиомы cross swords [cross swords] {v. phr.}, {literary} To have an argument with; fight. – Often used with “with”. Don’t argue with the teacher; you’re not old enough to cross swords with her....
30. Перевод слова scale Scale – весы, весить; масштаб, шкала Перевод слова He tips the scales at 225 pounds – он весит 225 фунтов the scale of a drawing – масштаб чертежа Fahrenheit scale – шкала Фаренгейта He weighed himself on the Scale. Он взвесился на весах. Earthquakes are measured on the Richter Scale. Землетрясения измеряются по шкале Рихтера. […]...
31. Значение идиомы put up or shut up [put up or shut up] {v. phr.} {informal} 1. To bet your money onwhat you say or stop saying it. – Often used as a command; oftenconsidered rude. The man from out of town kept saying their teamwould beat ours and finally John told him “Put up or shut up.” 2. Toprove something or stop […]...
32. Значение идиомы a la [a la] {prep.} In the same way as; like. Billy played ball like a champion today, a la the professional ball players. Joe wanted to shoot an apple off my head a la William Tell....
33. Значение идиомы cozy up [cozy up] {v.}, {slang} To try to be close or friendly; try to be liked. – Usually used with “to”. John is cozying up to Henry so he can join the club....
34. Перевод слова champion Champion – чемпион, победитель; поборник, борец Перевод слова Olympic champion – олимпийский чемпион champion of liberty – борец за свободу nonpareil champion – непревзойденный чемпион He projected himself as a Champion of the poor. Он называл себя защитником бедняков. She is a lawyer who Champions children’s rights. Она юрист, который отстаивает права детей. An outsider […]...
35. Значение идиомы take sides [take sides] {v. phr.} To join one group against another in adebate or quarrel. Switzerland refused to take sides in the twoWorld Wars. Tom wanted to go fishing. Dick wanted to take a hike. Bob took sides with Tom so they all went fishing. Compare: LINEUP. Contrast: ON THE FENCE....
36. Значение идиомы jack up [jack up] {v.} 1. To lift with a jack. The man jacked up his carto fit a flat tire. 2. {informal} To make higher; raise. Just before Christmas, some stores jack up their prices....
37. Значение идиомы get around [get around] {v.} 1a. To go to different places; move about. Mary’s father really gets around; Monday he was in Washington;Wednesday he was in Chicago; and today he is in New York. Fredbroke his leg, but he is able to get about on crutches. 1b. or [getabout] To become widely known especially by being talked […]...
38. Crossing the border While crossing the US-Mexican border on his bicycle, the man was stopped by a guard who pointed to two sacks the man had on his shoulders. “What’s in the bags?”, asked the guard. “Sand,” said the cyclist. “Get them off – we’ll take a look,” said the guard. The Cyclist did as he was told, […]...
39. Значение идиомы face up to [face up to] {v. phr.} 1. To bravely confront a person or achallenge; admit. Jack doesn’t want to face up to the fact thatHelen doesn’t love him anymore. Jane cannot face up to hermother-in-law who always wins every argument they have. 2. To confesssomething to someone; confess to having done something. Jim had toface up […]...
40. Значение идиомы lay on the line [lay on the line] or [put on the line] {v. phr.}, {informal} 1. Topay or offer to pay. The sponsors had to lay nearly a milliondollars on the line to keep the show on TV. The bank is putting$5,000 on the line as a reward to anyone who catches the robber. Compare: PUT UP. 2. […]...