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This will help ____ things into perspective.
[= to clarify the true value, to give more idea]

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This will help put things into perspective.

to put something into perspective
- to clarify, appraise, or assess the true value, importance, or significance of something.
- to compare with something similar to give a clearer, more accurate idea.
Example: these expenses may seem high, but they need to be put into perspective

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If you go to the police as soon as you become suspicious, you may __ __ __.
(= be lucky and escape serious injury, punishment or trouble)

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If you go to the police as soon as you become suspicious, you may get off lightly.

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We as humans don’t really have control of our feelings.
If you’re feeling depressed, and someone comes up to you and says, “Hey, just ____ out of __,” that’s rude.
[stop it]

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We as humans don’t really have control of our feelings.
If you’re feeling depressed, and someone comes up to you and says, “Hey, just snap out of it,” that’s rude.

snap out of it: to stop experiencing something unpleasant or stop behaving in a negative way: to stop being in or to cause (someone) to stop being in (an unhappy condition or mood, a daydream, etc.)
I was depressed, and I couldn’t snap out of it.
I don’t know how to get her to snap out of her depression.

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sauerkraut

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What is the one thing that ______ out in your mind about the Roman World?

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What is the one thing that stands out in your mind about the Roman World?

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It’s easy to criticize with the ______ of ________.
[задним числом]

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It’s easy to criticize with the benefit of hindsight.

hindsight /ˈhaɪndsaɪt/
understanding of a situation or event only after it has happened or developed.

in/with hindsight
with the benefit of hindsight

With the benefit of hindsight, it was a mistake.

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I definitely should have gone there in _______ , I have to say.
[оглядываясь на прошлое]

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I definitely should have gone there in hindsight I have to say.

With the benefit of hindsight, it would have been a better choice to…

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but it’s easy to say this with the benefit of __________.
(= задним числом, оглядываясь на прошлое)

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but it’s easy to say this with the benefit of hindsight.

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операционная

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an operating theatre
operating room
operating suite
operation suite
operation theatre

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__ __ to __, I don’t respect what they do, so I wouldn’t be the right teacher.
(= достаточно сказать)

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Suffice it to say, I don’t respect what they do, so I wouldn’t be the right teacher.

suffice /səˈfaɪs/ to be enough

suffice (it) to say (that)…
​used to suggest that although you could say more, what you do say will be enough to explain what you mean.

*I won’t go into all the details. Suffice it to say that the whole event was a complete disaster.

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I can’t take ___ any extra work.
We’re not taking ___ any new clients at present.
She has taken ___ far too much work.
You can’t take ____ responsibility for the whole event.

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I can’t take on any extra work.
We’re not taking on any new clients at present.
She has taken on far too much work.
You can’t take on responsibility for the whole event.

take something/somebody on
to decide to do something; to agree to be responsible for something/somebody

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эльф, фея

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a pixie

a pixie vs a fairy
Pixies are often described to be smaller than fairies. They have pointed ears. Pixies are said to have more magical powers such as bestowing wealth, kindness and intelligence. Pixies in folklore are often naked or poorly dressed, but in modern portrayals they often wear a green outfits and pointy hats.

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I’ve been on the ____ all day - I’m exhausted!
(= very active and busy)

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I’ve been on the go all day - I’m exhausted!

on the go very active and busy

If you stay physically active and are always moving from one activity to another, you can say that you are on the go or, in informal contexts, on the move

He’s a busy child who is always on the move and never sits still.

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Мой муж подарил мне смартфон на день рождения.

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My husband gave me a smartphone for my birthday.

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Okay. Fuck it. I’m gonna go for __ __ here.
(= выкладываю все карты на стол)

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Okay. Fuck it. I’m gonna go for full disclosure here.

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He was charged with the o__ of driving without a license.

(= crime, illigal act)

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He was charged with the offense of driving without a license.

offense: en illegal act, crime

offence - US spelling

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So, it’s definitely worth a _____ (= worth a try)!

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So, it’s definitely worth a shot!

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Viktar Babaryka is currently ______ a 14-year ________ for politically motivated charges.
(= отбывает срок, наказание)

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Viktar Babaryka is currently serving a 14-year sentence for politically motivated charges.

to serve a sentence
to serve the full sentence

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Больше я на это не попадусь.

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I’m not falling for that again

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I just wanted to quickly touch __ with you: did you get an email from my secretary about the meeting?

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I just wanted to quickly touch base with you: did you get an email from my secretary about the meeting?

to touch base with briefly make or renew contact with someone

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Well, maybe we can use this opportunity to ______ base _____ our feelings.

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Well, maybe we can use this opportunity to touch base about our feelings.

to touch base to talk to someone for a short time to find out how they are or what they think about something

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We had to sit __ two hours of speeches.
(= высидеть)

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We had to sit through two hours of speeches.

to sit through to stay until the end of an event such as a meeting or performance that is very long or boring

to sit through the whole movie
to sit through boring and seemingly endless meetings
to sit through lots of math courses

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It is i______ to talk to someone who just aimlessly scrolls their mobile phone.

(= extremely annoying)

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It is infuriating to talk to someone who just aimlessly scrolls their mobile phone.

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Ben’s been ____ing me __ all day.
Are you _____ing me ___?
She just knows how to _____ me ___.

(= annoy or upset sb, бесить, злить, раздражать)

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Ben’s been winding me up all day.
Are you winding me up?
She just knows how to wind me up.

wind up
UK, informal

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No need to get w__ __. Okay? (= get upset or angry)
No need to **get worked up**. Okay? **worked up (about** something) very excited or upset about something There's no point in **getting worked up about it**. **What are you so worked up about**?
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Спасибо, но я не хочу навязываться.
Thank you, but I don’t want to **impose**. to impose on you
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Belarusian authorities unleashed a widespread, brutal crackdown on peaceful protesters and their supporters in the ______ of the August 9, 2020 presidential election. (= coming after, following)
Belarusian authorities unleashed a widespread, brutal crackdown on peaceful protesters and their supporters **in the wake of** the August 9, 2020 presidential election. **in the wake of sb/sth** ​coming after or following somebody/something There have been demonstrations on the streets **in the wake of the recent bomb attack**.
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It's so i__! (= **extremely annoying, upprörande; раздражающий, бесит**)
It's so **infuriating**! NB: we can use **infuriating** both for people and for things.
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You are so i_________! ( = ты бесишь! / you drive me crazy / you are incredibly annoying)
You are so **infuriating**!
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And then everything changed for me in the ______ of 9/11... (= after, после, из-за)
And then everything changed for me **in the wake of** 9/11.. If something happens **in the wake of** something else, it happens **after and often because of it**:
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euphemism [pronunciation]
/ˈjuː.fə.mɪ.zəm/ a word or phrase used to avoid saying an unpleasant or offensive word
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"Senior citizen" is a __ __ "old person". (= эвфемизм для)
"Senior citizen" is a **euphemism for** "old person". /ˈjuː.fə.mɪ.zəm/
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Are you ___ ___ leg? (= ты с меня прикалываешься?)
Are you **pulling my leg**? **to pull sb's leg** to tell someone something that is not true as a way of joking with the person Stop pulling my leg – you didn’t have lunch with Bono!
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It never fails to amaze me when people offer __ __ on how get over being depressed. (= **непрошеный совет**)
It never fails to amaze me when people offer **unsolicited advice** on how get over being depressed.
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It has been vandalized, from ___ ___ of it. (= судя по всему)
It has been vandalized, **from the looks of it**. **from/by the look(s) of ot** **by the looks of things** judging by the information we have now
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Transplant patients take drugs which ____ ____ ____ ____. (= подавляют иммунную систему)
Transplant patients take drugs which **suppress the immune system**. to suppress the immune system / appetite / pain
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I was d_______ to see history repeating itself. (= **shocked and disappointed**)
**I was dismayed to see** history repeating itself. dismayed and disappointed / shocked and dismayed /dɪˈsmeɪd/
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I think I can get p__ it. (= **stop thinking about it**)
I think I can **get past it**.
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There’s absolutely no _____ that we will stay in Kosovo more than half a year. (= **under no circumstances, not at all; you are emphasizing that you think it will definitely not happen**)
**There’s absolutely no way** that we will stay in Kosovo more than half a year.
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gimmick publicity gimmick sales/marketing gimmick
gimmick /ˈɡɪm.ɪk/ something that is not serious or of real value that is used to attract people's attention or interest temporarily, especially to make them buy something трюк, уловка
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Not happening [meaning]
Not happening = да ни за что (here Present Continuous refers to Future, not Present). Example: Well, an apology from me is not happening
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Well, an apology from me is not h__. (= **не случится, не дождетесь**)
Well, an apology from me is **not happening**.
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catch on [two meanings]
1. to become **popular or fashionable** He invented a new game, but it never really **caught on**. 2. (informal) to **understand** something He is very **quick to catch on to things**.
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Oh, Oliver, you'll never c__ on. (= understand, especially after a long time)
Oh, Oliver, you'll never **catch on**. He doesn't take hints very easily, but he'll **catch on** (to what you're saying) **eventually**. We were teasing Jim, but he was **slow to catch on that we were joking**.
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I actually designed that chart, kind of hoping it c__ on. (= **becomes fashionable or popular**)
I actually designed that chart, kind of hoping it **catches on**. Why did the electronic gadget **catch on so fast**?
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Seriously, h__ __ __! (= выслушай меня)
Seriously, **hear me out**! **hear sb out** to listen until somebody has finished saying what they want to say I know you’re furious with me, but please hear me out.
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​I feel like I'm being a phony, and I can't t__ __ anymore. (= **I can’t stand it, it’s unbearable**) phony /ˈfəʊni/ not real or true; false, and trying to trick people
I feel like I'm being a phony, and **I can't take it anymore**.
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I guess in the __ scheme __ __, I can't really complain that much. (= with everything considered, в глобальном плане)
I guess in the grand scheme of things, I can't really complain that much. **in the (grand) scheme of things** with everything considered. with everything taken into account. overall reasons
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Yeah, well, we've all had such competitiveness ___ in us. (= **deep-rooted, укоренившийся**)
Yeah, well, we've all had such competitiveness **ingrained in us**. **ingrained (in** somebody/something) (of a habit, an attitude, etc.) that has existed for a long time and is therefore difficult to change ingrained prejudices / habits deeply ingrained
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I’m so glad my dad __ed me __ yesterday otherwise I could have been in a lot of trouble! The writer doesn't __ __ his opinions with examples. (= **support other people that you agree with something they did or something they said**)
I’m so glad my dad **backed me up** yesterday otherwise I could have been in a lot of trouble! The writer doesn't **back up his opinions with example**. to back up = to support other people that you agree with something they did or something they said.
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Today, I want to talk about some of the most common language peeves, where they come from, and maybe even __ a few of the most persistent **myths**. (= **show that an idea, a belief, etc. is false**) (sb's pet) peeve - больное место, любимая мозоль
Today, I want to talk about some of the most common language peeves, where they come from, and maybe even **debunk** a few of the most **persistent myths**.
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If you see yourself developing a bad habit, try and **nip __ in __ b__** before it becomes ingrained in your brain.
If you see yourself developing a bad habit, try and **nip it in the bud** before it becomes ingrained in your brain.
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Technology has always been a d__-__ s__. (= has have both advantages and disadvantages)
Technology has always been a **double-edged sword**.
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I mean, we are in an era that we are so __ fed by algorithms on social media of content that agrees with us.
I mean, we are in an era that **we are so spoon fed by algorithms on social media** of content that agrees with us.
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San Diego is one of the most visited tourist destinations in America, and for __ __. (= **не зря, по веской/уважительной причине**)
San Diego is one of the most visited tourist destinations in America, **and for good reason**.
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As a parent, you must n__ in __ __ any attempts of physical aggression between siblings and teach them how to solve conflicts in a different way. (= **stop something before it has an opportunity to develop**)
As a parent, you **must nip in the bud** any attempts of physical aggression between siblings and teach them how to solve conflicts in a different way.
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I'm afraid you still have to __ __ m__. (= **accept criticism or punishment for something you have done**)
I'm afraid you still have to **face the music**.
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__ __ music whatever that might be. (= **accept criticism or punishment for something you have done**)
**Face the music** whatever that might be.
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What I'm describing is accountability -- a common-sense, m__-g__ approach (= a set of opinions, decisions, etc. that two or more groups who oppose each other can agree on; **a position that is not extreme**)
What I'm describing is accountability -- a common-sense, **middle-ground** approach. Where is that middle ground? Parents must find a middle ground between a hands-off and hands-on approach.
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Perhaps we need to find a __ __ that allows us to respect both perspectives while moving forward together. (= **a position that is not extreme**)
Perhaps we need to **find a middle ground** that allows us to respect both perspectives while moving forward together.
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__ thing __ __, I was in line to buy it, and I realized I have a toaster, and I have an oven. (= **all of a sudden, out of nowhere**)
**Next thing you know**, I was in line to buy it, and I realized I have a toaster, and I have an oven. **(The) next thing you know / knew** used to talk about part of a story that happens in a sudden and surprising way
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And I give him that crumb, and **next __ __ k__**, all the cookies in the cabinet are gone. (=all of a sudden, out of nowhere)
And I give him that crumb, and **next thing you know**, all the cookies in the cabinet are gone. **(The) next thing you know** used to talk about part of a story that happens in a sudden and surprising way
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But the police realized the charges were b__ and dropped them. (= **fake; pretending to be real or true**)
But the police realized the charges were **bogus** and dropped them. /ˈbəʊɡəs/ a bogus claim / argument / psychic It's completely **bogus**.
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Will we ever __ to a __ where handmade clothes no longer exist? Will we ever __ to a point where all waste is 100% recycled? (= **наступит ли момент/ дойдем ли мы до момента**)
**Will we ever get to a point where** handmade clothes no longer exist? **Will we ever get to a point where** all waste is 100% recycled?
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You threw such a h__ f__ about the window and now look at you. (= **a sudden short period of angry behaviour for no good reason; tantrum**)
You **threw such a hissy fit about** the window and now look at you. **a hissy fit** /ˈhɪ**s**.i ˌfɪt/ a sudden period of uncontrolled and silly anger like a child's **throw a hissy fit**
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That's completely b__. (= fake; pretending to be real or true)
That's **completely bogus**. /ˈbəʊɡəs/
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It's a cheap __ of the real thing. (= подделка, an object such as a fashion item or an electronic device that is a cheaper copy of the original, more expensive version).
It's **a cheap knockoff of** the real thing. *informal* a cheap knockoff of the original a knockoff iPhone a knockoff copy a pretty accurate iPhone 10 knockoff
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Look, I know I'm probably way __ __ l__ here, but I really gotta tell you about my situation. (= beyond what is considered acceptable behavior)
Look, I know I'm probably way **out of line** here, but I really gotta tell you about my situation. BrE **out of order** I might be a little out of line here
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Hey you're __ __ __, kid. (= beyond what is considered acceptable behavior / переходишь все границы )
Hey you're **out of line**, kid.
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I think you're way __ of l__ talking to me like that. (= **beyond what is considered acceptable behavior / переходишь все границы**)
I think you're way **out of line** talking to me like that**.
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I apologise for the o__. (= оплошность, недосмотр)
I apologise for the **oversight**. **oversight** the fact of making a mistake because you forget to do something or you do not notice something
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You seem to be well equipped to repair that o__, Mr. Stromberg. (= оплошность, недосмотр)
You seem to be well equipped to repair that **oversight**, Mr. Stromberg. **oversight** the fact of making a mistake because you forget to do something or you do not notice something
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Can I ask why she's __ a ___? (= принимает капельницу)
Can I ask why she's **on a drip**? She's been **put on a drip**.
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You seem to __ __ my dad's jacket. *seem to take* or *seem to have taken*?
You **seem to have taken** my dad's jacket.
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Every cloud has a __ __, that's for sure. (= an advantage that comes from a difficult or unpleasant situation)
**Every cloud has a silver lining**, that's for sure.
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Still, I'm surprised such news would have spread __ and __. (= in every direction, everywhere)
Still, I'm surprised such news would have spread **far and wide**.
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I've searched __ and ___ for the perfect partner for this launch. (= **in every direction, everywhere**)
I've **searched far and wide for** the perfect partner for this launch.
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People came from __ and __. (= from a large number of places)
People **came from far and wide**.
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David, I think, was f__ and a__ the best performer and a real good guy. (= **вне всякого сомнения; by a very great amount**)
David, I think, was **far and away** the best performer and a real good guy. **far and away** (followed by comparative or superlative adjectives) by a very great amount She's far and away the best player.
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I'm going to make this __ and __. (= **brief but pleasant or relevant**)
I'm going to make this **short and sweet**. His comments were **short and sweet**.
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спячка
hibernation /ˌhaɪbəˈneɪʃn/ /ˌhaɪbərˈneɪʃn/ hibernate /ˈhaɪbəneɪt/
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What’s the difference? • drop off to sleep • drift off to sleep • fall asleep
• drop off to sleep - a quick transition • drift off to sleep - a slow and gentle process • fall asleep - a neutral term
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be my guest [meaning, use]
**please do / sure, I don't mind / go ahead** is used to give someone permission to do something that they have asked to do *‘Do you mind if I open the window?’ ‘Be my guest.’* can be used in *a sarcastic way* *If you think you can do it better, then be my guest!*
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If you want to waste your time, be __ g__. (= go ahead, sure, *here: sarcastic*)
If you want to waste your time, **be my guest**.
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This could become a problem __ __. This is going to be a major factor __ __. (= **in the future, from now on**)
This could become a problem **going forward**. This is going to be a major factor **going forward**. **going/moving forward** used, especially in business, to mean "in the future" ❗️Note: some people think that it's **overused** and find it extremely **annoying**
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During the presentation, I was __-__, struggling to find the right words to say. (= **растерялся, стал косноязычным; not able to speak because you are shy or nervous**).
During the presentation, I was **tongue-tied**, struggling to find the right words to say. /ˈtʌŋ taɪd/ I always get nervous and **tongue-tied** in interviews.
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I'm completely f__ by all of this attention and... What exactly do you do, Miss Van Pallen? (= **greatly surprised or astonished; feeling shocked, usually because of something you were not expecting**)
I'm completely **flabbergasted** by all of this attention and... What exactly do you do, Miss Van Pallen? uk /ˈflæb.ə.ɡɑː.stɪd/ us /ˈflæb.ɚ.ɡæs.tɪd/ *informal*
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If you have skin problems or feel sluggish and run-down, then it may be time to __. (= **детокс; a period when you stop taking unhealthy or harmful foods, drinks, or substances into your body for a period of time, in order to improve your health**)
If you have skin problems or feel sluggish and run-down, then it may be time to **detox**. /ˈdiː.tɒks/
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What’s the difference between **smooth**, smoothe and **sooth**?
**to sooth** (verb) = relieve, calm down, comfort **smooth (adj)** = flat and even (гладкий), happening or continuing without any problems (a smooth transition/flight etc) **to smooth (verb)** = make something smooth, смягчать, сглаживать *smoothe* = smooth - spelling is ok, but not common
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I never know if he’s genuine or just playing me - he's a slick talker and s__ o__ who gets what he wants. (= **a person who achieves social success or manipulates others through a calm, charming, and persuasive manner**) *informal, especially disapproving* *slick* ​(sometimes disapproving) speaking very easily and smoothly but in a way that does not seem sincere
​I never know if he’s genuine or just playing me - he's a slick talker and **smooth operator** who gets what he wants. *informal, especially disapproving* **a smooth/slick/shrewd/smart operator** Also: • someone who performs a task with great skill and grace: This lawyer is highly recommended as a smooth operator—astute, personable, and committed to her clients' interests. • something, such as a machine, computer program, etc., that is easy to use and runs flawlessly Both engines are smooth operators, but the EX version of the car brings a little more pep to passing.
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(antonym) light sleeper
a good sleeper a heavy sleeper
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All I get from the sun is red __. (= пятна)
All I get from the sun is red **blotches**.
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[pronunciation] acne
/ˈækni/ to suffer from acne to have acne
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[pronunciation] gel
/dʒel/ hair/shower gel shaving gel
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Yeah, I mean, like, don't __ me started __ that.
Yeah, I mean, like, **don't get me started** *on* that. Don't get me sterted on/about sth
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Let's __ real. (= **used for telling someone that they should try to understand the true facts of a situation and not hope for what is impossible**)
**Let's get real**. Посмотрим на вещи трезво.
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G__ r__! He's never going to give you the money. (= **cмотри на вещи трезво**)
**Get real!** He's never going to give you the money. **get real** used for telling someone that they should try to understand the true facts of a situation and not hope for what is impossible
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He led a full and v__ life. I've had a v__ career. (= **not staying the same, but changing often**)
He led a full and **varied** life. I've had a **varied** career. /ˈveərid/ /ˈverid/, /ˈværid/
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If it wasn't for my family если бы не моя семья
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What are you u__ to? (= “What are doing?")
“What are you up to?” can be used as a casual greeting that doesn’t require a very detailed response. Possible answers: Them: “Hey, whatcha up to?” You: Not much, really. You?” Them: “Nothing. Just wanted to say hi.” Not much. Why?” “Nothing really. Why? What’s up?” “I’m in the middle of cleaning my room. Why?” When you suspect someone is asking what you’re up to because they want to know if you’re free, add a simple “Why?” to your response.
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I would be so s__ if you stayed. (= **excited and pleased about something**)
I would be so **stoked** if you stayed. *especially North American English, informal*
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You don't have to be so goddamn g__ about it. (= **happy, excited, or pleased**)
You don't have to be so goddamn **gleeful** about it.
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We're willing to l__ it s__ this time if you promise to keep your kids under control. (= **to ignore a mistake, problem, remark etc, without becoming angry or trying to punish it**)
We're willing to **let it slide** this time if you promise to keep your kids under control. do nothing about (something, such as another person's mistake or bad behavior) : to ignore (something)
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Now, I'm going to l__ it s__ this time. (= **do nothing about another person's mistake or bad behavior etc., ignore**)
Now, I'm going to **let it slide** this time. Opposite: I can't let it slide. *informal*
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I just never got __ __ it. (= **и не дошли руки до этого**)
I just **never got around to it**.
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I finally __ __ to organazing my desk. (= **наконец, дошли руки**)
I finally **got around to** organaz**ing** my desk.
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[pronunciation] control freak
/kənˈtrəʊl friːk/
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Could you __ your __ to letting us borrow the machine on Wednesday? (= **to be willing to do something**)
Could you **see your way to** lett**ing** us borrow the machine on Wednesday? see your way (clear) to doing something
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I kind of like to hear it from the h__ __, so to speak. (= **из первых рук/уст; directly from the source; firsthand**)
I kind of like to **hear it (straight) from the horse's mouth**, so to speak.
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If you don't believe me, go talk to him and hear it s__ from the h__ __. It's true. (= **из первых рук/уст; directly from the source; firsthand**)
If you don't believe me, go talk to him and **hear it straight from the horse's mouth**. It's true.
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In that relationship it's very much Lorna who wears the trousers, **so to** __ ( = Lorna makes all the important decisions). (= **так сказать, used to clarify non-literal or metaphorical speech**)
In that relationship it's very much Lorna who wears the trousers, **so to speak**. She was, **so to speak**, glued to her phone all day.
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So I let this demo walk the walk, so to speak.
So I let this demo walk the walk, so to speak.
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A: "You missed the office prank yesterday. The boss's entire room was filled with balloons!" B: "Oh, I can imagine. He must've been completely t__ a__ when he saw it." (= **unpleasantly surprised, shocked**)
A: "You missed the office prank yesterday. The boss's entire room was filled with balloons!" B: "Oh, I can imagine. He must've been completely **taken aback** when he saw it." She **was taken aback by** the sudden news. **be taken aback**
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That must’ve hurt like __! Ouch! That must’ve really hurt!
That must’ve hurt like mad! Ouch! That must’ve really hurt!
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**stand out** or **stick out**? - They wrote the notice in big red letters so that it would __ out. - Her bright red dress made her __ out at the party.
They wrote the notice in big red letters so that it would **stick/stand out**. Her bright red dress made her **stand out** at the party. Stand out and stick out are **synonyms**, with the meaning "**to be easily seen or noticed**". **stand out** - often has a *positive* connotation. One more meaning - be much better or more important than somebody/something, outstanding **stick out** - *can have a negative connotation*
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гидроэлектростанция
water power station
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Deciding on the right school for your kid can be a __ call. (= **difficult decision between two alternatives, сложный выбор, непростое решение**)
Deciding on the right school for your kid can be a **tough call**.
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The academic bubble can s__ creativity and practical skills development. (= **surpress, подавлять**)
The academic bubble can **stifle** creativity and practical skills development. /ˈstaɪfl/ • stifle the unrest • stifle a yawn / his impatience / her sobs • stifle creativity / spontaneity / innovation
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