to moan

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to groan

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gutted

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"Believe" означает считать что-то правдой или реальностью, даже если нет окончательного доказательства. Глагол может относиться к информации, словам человека, идеям или убеждениям. Believe someone обычно значит считать, что человек говорит правду.

Что означает английское слово "believe" в этом употреблении?

to believe

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to [make] sense

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"Fair" здесь описывает человека или решение, которые относятся ко всем правильно, беспристрастно и справедливо. Быть fair не всегда значит обращаться со всеми совершенно одинаково; это может означать справедливое отношение к каждому с учётом обстоятельств и разумных правил.

Что означает английское слово "fair" в этом употреблении?

fair

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waste of time

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The phrase "give someone a break" is a idiomatic expression that originates from informal English. It is used to request or suggest that someone should be granted some respite, compassion, or understanding in a situation where they may be facing undue pressure, criticism, or difficulty.

What is the origin of the idiom "give someone a break" and when to use it?

(give|cut) {sb} a break

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The idiom "out of hand" has its roots in literal usage, referring to something physically escaping one's grasp or control. In this sense, it originated from the image of a situation where an object or animal slips out of someone's hand, making it difficult to manage or contain. It is often employed when referring to conflicts, arguments, or disputes that have escalated to a point where they cannot be effectively resolved or mediated.

What is the origin of the idiom "out of hand" and when to use it?

out of hand

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shame

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annoying

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to [kick] {oneself}

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The origin of the idiom "be beyond a joke" is unclear, as it has been in use for a considerable period. It is likely that the phrase developed over time through the natural evolution of language and idiomatic usage. This phrase is used to convey that the situation has reached a point where it is no longer funny or tolerable and has become a source of frustration, annoyance, or distress.

What is the origin of the idiom "be beyond a joke" and when to use it?

to [be|go|get] beyond a joke

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Here you will find the vocabulary from Everyday English Unit 9 in the Headway Upper Intermediate coursebook, such as "gutted", "out of hand", "groan", etc.

Headway Upper Intermediate «Everyday English Unit 9» Лексика