![to [batten] down the hatches](https://cdn.langeek.co/photo/46521/thumb/350?type=jpeg "to [batten] down the hatches")
to get ready for trouble, difficulty, or danger
готовиться к трудностям, запасаться на чёрный день
![to [burn] {sth} to a (crisp|cinder)](/assets/img/no-pic-700w.png "to [burn] {sth} to a (crisp|cinder)")
to cause significant damage or destruction to something by subjecting it to intense heat or fire
сжечь дотла, спалить до углей
to suggest something as fitting or essential in a given situation
призывать к, требовать
something that is remarkable, extreme, or difficult, often in a surprising way
нечто замечательное, нечто потрясающее
snow that has become compacted and firm, typically due to repeated freezing and thawing or heavy traffic
утрамбованный снег, плотный снег
a period of hot weather, usually hotter and longer than before
сильная жара
(of wind or storms) to intensify or increase in strength
усиливаться, нарастать
the level of mercury in a thermometer used to indicate temperature
уровень ртути, столбик ртути
to approach or advance someone or something from different directions, often with a threat or intention to take action
приближаться, продвигаться к
extremely unpleasant or disagreeable
отвратительный, мерзкий
used to introduce a contrasting aspect of a situation
с другой стороны, в то же время
light, dry, and fluffy snow, often ideal for skiing or snowboarding
пухляк, порошковый снег
to enjoy the sun, typically by lying or sitting outside, to absorb its warmth or light
