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1. Значение идиомы miss by a mile [miss by a mile] {v. phr.}, {informal} 1. To shoot at something andbe far from hitting it; not hit near. Jack’s first shot missed thetarget by a mile. 2. To be very wrong; be far from right. Leetried to guess on the examination, but his answers missed by a mile. 3. To fail badly; not […]...
2. Значение идиомы miss the boat [miss the boat] also [miss the bus] {v. phr.}, {informal} To failthrough slowness; to put something off until too late; do the wrongthing and lose the chance. Mr. Brown missed the boat when hedecided not to buy the house. In college he didn’t study enough sohe missed the boat and failed to pass. Ted could […]...
3. Taking Care of Your Teeth Martha: Oh, I have a Toothache! George: It sounds like you’re In for a visit to the Dentist. Martha: That would be the Last resort. I hate going to the dentist. I don’t like needles and the sound of the Drill scares me to death. I’m hoping the toothache will just go away. George: You […]...
4. Значение идиомы make a day of it [make a day of it] {v. phr.}, {informal} To do something all day. When they go to the beach they take a picnic lunch and make a day ofit. Compare: MAKE A NIGHT OF....
5. Значение идиомы kick oneself [kick oneself] {v. phr.}, {informal} To be sorry or ashamed;regret. When John missed the train, he kicked himself for nothaving left earlier. Mary could have kicked herself for lettingthe secret out before it was announced officially....
6. Значение идиомы get off easy [get off easy] {v. phr.}, {informal} To have only a little trouble;escape something worse. The children who missed school to go to thefair got off easy. John got off easy because it was the first timehe had taken his father’s car without permission....
7. Значение идиомы take care of [take care of] {v. phr.} 1. To attend to; supply the needs of. She stayed home to take care of the baby. Syn.: KEEP AN EYE ON, LOOK AFTER. Compare: IN CHARGE. 2. {informal} To deal with; do whatis needed with. I will take care of that letter. The coach toldJim to take care of […]...
8. Значение идиомы couldn’t care less [couldn’t care less] {v. phr.}, {informal} To be indifferent; not care at all. The students couldn’t care less about the band; they talk all through the concert. Also heard increasingly as “could care less” ....
9. Значение идиомы miss out [miss out] {v.}, {informal} To fail; lose or not take a goodchance; miss something good. Jim’s mother told him he missed out ona chance to go fishing with his father because he came home late. You missed out by not coming with us; we had a great time. Compare:LOSE OUT....
10. Значение идиомы so help me [so help me] {interj.}, {informal} I promise; I swear; may I bepunished if I lie. I’ve told you the truth, so help me. So helpme, there was nothing else I could do....
11. Значение идиомы yum-yum [yum-yum] {interj.}, {informal} – Used usually by or to children, to express great delight, especially in the taste of food. “Yum-Yum! That pie is good!”...
12. Значение идиомы and how! [and how!] {interj.}, {informal} Yes, that is certainly right! – Used for emphatic agreement. “Did you see the game?” “And how!” “Isn’t Mary pretty?” “And how she is!” Syn.: YOU BET, YOU SAID IT. Compare: BUT GOOD....
13. Значение идиомы do tell [do tell] {interj.}, {informal} An inelegant expression used to show that you are a little surprised by what you hear. “You say George is going to get married after all these years? Do tell!” said Mrs. Green. Syn.: YOU DON’T SAY....
14. Значение идиомы you don’t say [you don’t say] {interj.}, {informal} – Used to show surprise atwhat is said. Your ring is a real diamond? You don’t say! “Billand Jean are going to get married.” “You don’t say!” Syn.: DO TELL....
15. Значение идиомы I’ll say [I’ll say] or [I tell you] {interj.}, {informal} I agree with thiscompletely. – Used for emphasis. Did the children all enjoy AuntSally’s pecan pie? I’ll say! I’ll say this is a good movie!...
16. Значение идиомы gee whiz [gee whiz] {interj.}, {informal} Used as an exclamation to showsurprise or other strong feeling. Rare in written English. Geewhiz! I am late again....
17. Значение идиомы go in one ear and out the other [go in one ear and out the other] {v. phr.}, {informal} To be notreally listened to or understood; be paid no attention. Theteacher’s directions to the boy went in one ear and out the other. Mother scolded Martha, but it went in one ear and out the other....
18. Значение идиомы hot dog [hot dog] {interj.}, {informal} Hurrah! – A cry used to showpleasure or enthusiasm. “Hot dog!” Frank exclaimed when heunwrapped a birthday gift of a small record player....
19. Значение идиомы yoo-hoo [yoo-hoo] {interj.} – Used as an informal call or shout to a personto attract his attention. Louise opened the door and called”Yoo-hoo, Mother – are you home?” See: ALL RIGHT FOR YOU, I’M TELLINGYOU, SAYS WHO or SAYS YOU, THAT’S — FOR YOU, WHAT HAVE YOU....
20. Значение идиомы it’s a deal [it’s a deal] {informal sentence} Consider it done; OK; it isagreed. “How much for this used car?” Bill asked. “Two thousand,”the man answered. “I’ll give $1,500,” Bill said. “It’s a deal!” theowner answered as they sealed the transaction....
21. Значение идиомы baloney [baloney] {n.}, {informal} Nonsense, unbelievable, trite, or trivial. John brags that he’s won the $10 million lottery, and I think it’s just a lot of baloney. “Will you marry Joe?” mother asked. “Baloney,” Susie answered with a disgusted look. Do you still believe all that baloney about socialism excluding free enterprise? Look at China and […]...
22. Значение идиомы tut-tut [tut-tut] {interj.}, {informal} Used to express mild disapproval. “Tut-tut,” said the teacher. “You shouldn’t cross the street withoutlooking.” Tut-tut, put that piece of candy back. You’ve alreadyhad three pieces....
23. Значение идиомы give a hang [give a hang] or [care a hang] {v. phr.}, {informal} To have anyinterest or liking; care. – Used also with other words in the place of”hang”, such as “damn”, “rap”, “straw”; usually used in the negative. You can quit helping me if you want to. I don’t give a hang. Some people don’t care a […]...
24. Значение идиомы I’ll bet you my bottom dollar [I’ll bet you my bottom dollar] {interj.}, {informal} Anexaggerated assertion of assurance. I’ll bet you my bottom dollarthat the Cubs will win this year....
25. Значение идиомы I declare [I declare] {interj.}, {dialect} Well; oh my; truly. – Used foremphasis. I declare, it has been a very warm day! Mother said,”I declare, John, you have grown a foot.”...
26. Значение идиомы big deal [big deal] {interj.}, {slang}, {informal} Trifles; an unimportant, unimpressive thing or matter. So you became college president – big deal!...
27. Значение идиомы here goes nothing [here goes nothing] {interj.}, {informal} I am ready to begin, butthis will be a waste of time; this will not be anything great; thiswill probably fail. – Used especially before beginning something thattakes skill, luck or courage. “Here goes nothing,” said Bill at thebeginning of the race....
28. Значение идиомы sock it [sock it] {v. phr.}, also {interj.}, {slang}, {informal} To giveone’s utmost; everything one is capable of; to give all one is capableof. Right on, Joe, sock it to ’em! I was watching the debate ontelevision and more than once Bill Buckley really socked it to them....
29. Значение идиомы here goes [here goes] {interj.}, {informal} I am ready to begin; I am nowready and willing to take the chance; I am hoping for the best. – Saidespecially before beginning something that takes skill, luck, orcourage. “Here goes!” said Charley, as he jumped off the highdiving board. “Here goes!” said Mary as she started the test....
30. Значение идиомы heavy-footed [heavy-footed] {adj.} 1. Slow and clumsy in walking or movement;awkward in using your feet. The fat man tried to dance, but he wastoo heavy-footed. Martha is not fat, but she is heavy-footed andwalks noisily. 2. Awkward in choice and order of words; not smoothand graceful; clumsy. In Mary’s compositions, the words seem todance, but John’s […]...
31. Значение идиомы hang it [hang it] {interj.}, {informal} An exclamation used to expressannoyance or disappointment. Oh, hang it! I forgot to bring thebook I wanted to show you. Hang it all, why don’t you watch whereyou’re going?...
32. Значение идиомы right on [right on] {adj.}, {interj.}, {slang}, {informal} 1. Exclamation ofanimated approval “Yes,” “That’s correct,” “You’re telling the truth,””we believe you,” etc. Orator: And we shall see the promised land! Crowd: Right on! 2. Correct; to the point; accurate. Thereverend’s remark was right on!...
33. Значение идиомы for shame [for shame] {interj.} Shame on you; you should be ashamed ofyourself. – An exclamation no longer in common use, having beenlargely replaced by “shame on you”. “For shame, John, taking thetoy from your baby brother!”...
34. Значение идиомы heavenly days! [heavenly days!] {interj.}, {informal} Exclamation of amazement anddisbelief with negative coloring. Heavenly days! Look whathappened! The dog did it again on the Persian carpet! Compare: GOODGRIEF!...
35. Значение идиомы you’re telling me [you’re telling me] {interj.}, {informal} – Used to show that athing is so clear that it need not be said, or just to show strongagreement. “You’re late.” “You’re telling me!” Compare: YOU BET, YOU SAID IT....
36. Setting the Table William: This is a very special dinner. It’s not everyday that I have my bosses over for dinner. It has to be perfect. Martha: I know. Why do you think I took out our best China? Instead of worrying, why don’t you help me Set the table? William: Right. I should make myself useful. Is […]...
37. Значение идиомы John Hancock [John Hancock] or [John Henry] {n.}, {informal} Your signature;your name in writing. The man said, “Put your John Hancock on thispaper.” Joe felt proud when he put his John Henry on his veryfirst driver’s license....
38. Значение идиомы eat up [eat up] {v.} 1. To eat all of. After hiking all afternoon, theyquickly ate up all of the dinner. 2. To use all of. Idle talk hadeaten up the hour before they knew it. 3. {slang} To accept eagerly;welcome. The girls told John he was a hero because he made thewinning touchdown, and he ate […]...
39. Значение идиомы take charge [take charge] {v. phr.} To begin to lead or control; take controlor responsibility; undertake the care or management. When Mrs. Jackson was in the hospital, her sister tookcharge of the Jackson children until Mrs. Jackson could care forthem. The child care class gave a party for the nursery children, and Mary took charge of the […]...
40. Значение идиомы great Godfrey [great Godfrey] or [great guns] or [great Scott] {interj.},{informal} A saying usually used to show surprise or anger. GreatGodfrey! Uncle Willie is sitting on top of the flagpole! Greatguns! The lion is out of his cage. Great Scott! Who stole mywatch?...