Решение и Контроль - послушание

Узнайте, как английские идиомы, такие как "toe the line" и "come to heel", связаны с послушанием в английском языке.

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to [dance] to {one's} tune [фраза]

делать то

Ex: Despite his reservations, John danced to his boss's tune and implemented the changes as instructed.

to [have] {sb} by the balls [фраза]

иметь полный контроль над одним

Ex: The ruthless businessman knew he had his competitor by the balls after uncovering damaging information.

like sheep [фраза]

люди ведут себя как овцы

Ex: The protesters marched in unison , following their leaders like sheep , without questioning the cause they were advocating for .

{one's} (wish|word) [is] {one's} command [Предложение]

Я сделаю все

Ex: In the presence of the genie, your wish is your command; he'll grant whatever you desire.

to [have] {sb} (in the palm|eating out) of {one's} hand [фраза]

иметь полный контроль над одним

Ex: The charismatic cult leader had his followers in the palm of his hand, obediently carrying out his every command.

under {one's} thumb [фраза]

полностью под чьим-то влиянием или контролем

Ex: Although the job paid well, I couldn't stand the way I was under the boss's thumb.

to [wrap|twist|wind] {sb} around {one's} (little|) finger [фраза]

иметь полный контроль над (кем-то)

Ex: With her charming personality and persuasive skills , she could twist anyone around her finger , getting them to do whatever she desired .

at {one's} beck and call [фраза]

всегда готов и способен сделать все

Ex: The dedicated secretary was always at her boss's beck and call, promptly attending to every task and request.

to [come] to heel [фраза]

подчиниться

Ex: The strict coach expected the players to come to heel and follow his instructions without question .

to [say|give] the word {~noun} [фраза]

отдать кому-то приказ что-то сделать

Ex: Sarah is always there for her best friend, ready to lend a helping hand whenever she says the word.

to [bring] {sb} to heel [фраза]

применять силу

Ex: The strict teacher had to bring the unruly students to heel by implementing stricter discipline measures.

[have] {sb} by the short hairs [фраза]

иметь полный контроль над другим человеком

Ex: The detective had the suspect by the short hairs, possessing undeniable evidence of their guilt.

to [toe] the line [фраза]

Придерживаться правил чего-то

Ex: The rebellious employee was warned to toe the line and follow company policies or face potential consequences .

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