#4 Flashcards

1
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A short leisurely walk.

A

stroll - прогулка

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2
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A leisurely stroll.

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saunter - медленная прогулка

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3
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A long dress, typically having a close-fitting bodice and a flared or flowing skirt, worn on formal occasions.

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gown - платье

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4
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A persistent feeling of ill will or resentment resulting from a past insult or injury.

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grudge - неприязнь

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5
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Wild and noisy disorder or confusion; uproar.

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pandemonium - смятение, столпотворение

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An event causing great and often sudden damage or distress; a disaster.

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calamity - бедствие

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7
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One that begs, especiallya person who lives by asking for gifts.

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beggar - нищий, попрошайка

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8
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The state of being tedious.

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tedium - скука

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9
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A water-worn ravine.

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gully - водосток, промоина

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10
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An eccentric or foolish person.

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crackpot - чокнутый, ненормальный

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A large, lively party, especially one celebrating something.

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shindig - шумная вечеринка, веселье

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12
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A violent confrontation.

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clash - столкновение, конфликт

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13
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A sharing of characteristics or origins.

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kinship - родство

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14
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A person who is lazy and dirty or messy.

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slob - неряха

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15
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A strong and fast-moving stream of water or other liquid.

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torrent - поток

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16
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An abrupt uncontrolled movement, especially an unsteady tilt or roll.

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lurch - шаткая походка

17
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A sloping position or movement.

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tilt - наклон

18
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A large draft of drink.

A

swig - большой глоток

19
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A studious or hardworking person.

A

wonk - зубрила

20
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A close friend.

A

buddy - дружище

21
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A petty quarrel, especially one between friends or lovers.

A

tiff - размолвка

22
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A person considered to be insignificant, especially because they are small or young.

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pipsqueak - ничтожная личность

23
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A peculiar behavioral habit.

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quirk - выверт, бзик

24
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A small piece or brief extract.

A

snippet - отрывок

25
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Reluctance to work or make an effort; laziness.

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sloth - леность