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Rewrite each of the following sentences in such a way that it means exactly the same
as the sentence printed before it:
1. Don’t act fast, you might make a mistake. HASTE
2. She could not answer the merchants in their own language. ABLE
3. We were asking ourselves if they were really there. WONDERING
4. Don’t you think we should ask the price? HAD BETTER
5. We can’t buy the house because the down payment is so high. SO … THAT
6. She is not a young woman which is not important because her
admirers find her ageless. NO MATTER
7. It is really difficult to control the increase of vandalism. RISING TIDE
8. Vandals are often youngsters who have done poorly in school and
want to take revenge on the administration and the teachers of the schools. GET EVEN
9. The vandals spoil the appearance of the walls and break the windows. DEFACE
10. I think I should take a coat. HAD BETTER
11. Paul won’t try because he’s afraid of failing. SO … THAT
12. They were successful in their affairs for a time. DID WELL
13. It is not important who you are because you are expected to
obey the law. NO MATTER
14. He feels stupid by comparison because his brothers are very bright. SUCH
15. When the great leader died and they were left on their own, they
began to lose their conquests. IN CHARGE OF
16. The scientists said that Voyager would reach Jupiter in March,
and it did.
ACCORDING
17. She did it because she was kind. OUT OF
18. Your brother is young, but he has enough experience for the job. DESPITE
19. Everything was covered with gold paint except two very small
holes. WITH THE …
20. Washington’s example strengthened his soldiers’determination. STRONGER
21. That noise is making people deaf. DEAFENING
22. People ask questions either because they are curious or bored. OUT OF
23. My friends are proud of their sons, but they don’t talk about
them. IN SPITE
24. Only a mother buffalo finds baby buffalos pretty. IT TAKES …
25. It is impossible to please everybody. THERE IS …
26. The offenders are determined to do better. BENT ON
27. Peter has been arrested twice for careless driving. He has
decided to be more careful. HAVING
28. Even if you are noticed, your eagerness will be helpful to you. YOUR FAVOUR
29. Be certain that your clothes are clean and well pressed. MAKE SURE
30. Joan tried to explain her ideas, but she could not convince her
father. DESPITE
31. The judge listened to their story in silence. He decided to give
them a lecture. THE JUDGE WHO
32. There’s a teacher’s meeting tomorrow; several classes are
cancelled. DUE TO
33. The boys promised to behave in the future. They were allowed
to go home. ONCE
34. The director has a good opinion of people who are early. VERY HIGHLY
35. The boys had nothing to do that evening. They thought it would
be fun to smash some windows. SINCE
36. The meeting will take place in his office. IS
37. Until now women’s vote has not made much difference. SO FAR,
38. He smoked a cigarette. At the same time he waited for the
manager. WHILE
39. Employers prefer to hire younger people. That’s the truth. THE FACT
40. They can make a mistake if they don’t know the people’s
origins. AWARE
41. Sometimes, manners are related to national customs. A MATTER OF
42. He said that his shyness prevented him from behaving well
in society. KEPT
43. He shaved his beard to please his wife. SHAVING
44. George always helped his father in the store. A HAND
45. Do you ever think that geology is a very interesting field? OCCUR
46. Perhaps I can persuade you to study. TALK … INTO
47. How can I compensate for my mistake? MAKE UP
48. We felt like going out last night. MOOD
49. That book deserves to be read. WORTH
50. Supposedly, oil can be extracted from a rock called shale. THEORY
51. The operation is far from simple. NOT AT ALL
52. Most people are impressed and afraid of nuclear energy. AWE
53. He only went to the concert because Mary wanted him to. PLEASE
54. Your contract says that you are to be here by nine every day. UNDER
55. He looks exactly like his father. IMAGE
56. His arrival was completely unexpected. TOOK
57. I’ll be unable to keep my appointment with Mr Marshall. CANCEL
58. If I’d been Jane, I wouldn’t have told Andrew about the car
accident. PLACE
59. The stories James tells about his war experiences are quite
incredible. BEYOND
60. It’s no use asking Mrs. Carrouthers to sing at the concert,
she’s going away. THERE’S
61. We shouldn’t consider the other theories. WORTH
62. I knew he was our man the moment I saw him. SET EYES
63. My brother speaks French well. COMMAND
64. The flags were sold to help the blind. AID
65. Let me know as soon as you have any news. THE MINUTE
66. I advise you not to believe what you read in the papers about me. RELY
67. We missed the bus because we had overslept. CONSEQUENCE
68. They continued to suggest that I was lying. PERSISTED
69. Both children and adults will enjoy this game. ALIKE
70. Tax contributes to the cost of local services. PAID
71. The milkman appears to be running away from your fierce dog. AS IF / THOUGH
72. I find his clothes the most irritating thing about him. WHAT
73. The discovery of how to light fires gave man a new control over
his environment. ABLE
74. However friendly he seems, he’s not to be trusted. THOUGH
75. The suitcase was extremely heavy but he managed to lift it. DESPITE
76. This must be true so we should inform the President. IF
77. He will come. It is in his own interest. BOUND
78. Although I was told that I would be unhappy I married him. IN SPITE
79. Mr Smith won’t attend the meeting. UNDER
80. Although they are poor they can afford beer. THOUGH
81. She answered the policeman’s questions as accurately as she
could. ACCURATE
82. Romantic love must be present, or the marriage will seem insincere. OTHERWISE
83. What I like about him is his honesty. MORE THAN
84. We were late because we missed the train. THROUGH
85. She said I was a liar. ACCUSED
86. To be fair to him, I don’t think he really meant to deceive you. JUSTICE
87. The cook is brilliant but knows nothing about French sauces. AS / THOUGH
88. A mistake of this kind could cause the wrong person to be arrested.
RESULT IN
89. The company may well make a profit next year. SURPRISING
90. I seldom go to pop concerts. ONLY ON …
91. This matter is too serious to be dealt with hurriedly. A MATTER
92. Don’t repeat this to anyone, but Jones has been sacked. LET
93. How do you feel about capital punishment? WHAT ARE …
94. I can’t believe the Prime Minister really means to resign. I FIND …
95. My knowledge of medieval art is very limited. I DON’T …
96. It is impossible to prove that Louis was in the flat on the night
of the murder. EVIDENCE
97. The value of this Spanish coin is about 200 pounds. WORTH
98. The raising of the school-leaving age has resulted in unforeseen
difficulties. ARISING
99. Do you agree with the Council’s plans to widen the High Street? AGREEMENT
100. As these are your conditions, I have no choice but to abide
by them. BEING
101. It’s curious that he didn’t mention it to me. ENOUGH
102. We had not expected that we should encounter so much difficulty
in finding the place. UNEXPECTEDLY
103. Although Samson was very strong, he perished at the hands
of his enemies. FOR
104. That she was a duchess made a great impact on the boy’s
family. HER
105. The problem was tricky enough to challenge the minds of the
best scientists. SO
106. Whatever your opinion on vivisection, you must admit that it
helps to save human lives. HOWEVER
107. People who cannot bear with a little inconvenience
going. HE MADE UP …
271. She did not want to get married. UNWILLING
272. He broke his promise to help me. KEEP
273. I wish you a long and happy life! MAY YOU …
274. What must I do next? WHAT AM I …
275. He preferred that nothing should be said about his
generous gifts. HE’D RATHER …
276. As he was poor, he could not afford to buy books. BEING …
277. I took my car to the garage last Saturday and they
repaired it. I HAD …
278. They didn’t prosecute any of the protesters. NONE OF …
279. He seemed to me a highly efficient manager. STRUCK
280. At first the new computer made me feel a bit afraid. AWE
281. I only called the police when I tried everything else. LAST RESORT
282. You can try as hard as you like but you won’t succeed. HOWEVER HARD …
283. I felt that it had been a mistake to write the letter. I REGRETTED …
284. Although it rained torrentially all day, we all enjoyed
the excursion DESPITE
285. I went down with flu as soon as I had recovered from
bronchitis. NO SOONER …
286. The manager is not to be disturbed. ON NO ACCOUNT …
287. She said she thought I was a liar. SHE ACCUSED …
288. If you didn’t distribute generously, we couldn’t continue
our work. BUT FOR …
289. Look after yourself! CARE
290. Be careful of thieves if you go to that part of town. WATCH OUT …
291. I put a lot of care and attention into this letter. I TOOK …
292. I’ve installed an alarm to stop thieves stealing my car. PROTECT
293. I bought it without thinking about it first. SPUR
294. You’re making a judgement before you’ve heard the facts. CONCLUSIONS
295. I choose very carefully who I discuss my private life with. PARTICULAR
296. I’ll look for you at the concert although I expect it will
be very crowded. EYES
297. She chooses the kind of hotels she stays in very carefully. FUSSY
298. Be careful not to hit your head. MIND
299. Be careful to notice a red door when you arrive –that’s my
flat. LOOK OUT …
300. He’s never afraid to say what he thinks. MIND
301. Because I believed his lies, I paid far too much. HE CONNED …
302. They cheated me. THEY RIPPED …
303. When I checked my change, I realised I’d been deliberately
charged 5 pounds more. DONE OUT
304. You didn’t believe his story, did you? TAKEN IN
305. He got angry because we all disagreed with him. TEMPER
306. I don’t want to be treated as an inferior any more! SICK AND TIRED
307. He got extremely angry when he saw the damage. FIT
308. Waiting for buses irritates me. NERVES
309. Having to get up so early is upsetting. NECK
310. I don’t think his reaons for being nice to me are sincere. SCEPTICAL
311. Think about the good things! You’re young and health
and will have plenty more opportunities. BRIGHT SIDE
312. I wasn’t sure about him at first, but now he seems very
good at his job. RESERVATIONS
313. I find the whole subject very confusing. BEWILDERS
314. What I don’t understand is why he did such a strange thing. PUZZLES
315. They look so alike that it’s very easy to confuse her with
her sister. TO MIX
316. I was so worried that my mind couldn’t function normally. STRAIGHT
317. I don’t understand how to fill in this form. CLEAR
318. The news of his death was such a shock that it hasn’t been
fully understood yet. SUNK
319. He’s got such a strong accent that half the time I can’t
understand a word he’s saying. MAKE OUT
320. He feels bad about cheating them. CONSCIENCE
321. I didn’t have the courage to tell him what I really thought. DARE
322. I don’t know what’s going to happen but I’m pessimistic. WORST
323. I don’t want to imagine how much it’s going to cost. DREAD
324. I wouldn’t dare say a thing like that. NERVE
325. I don’t mind discussing it with you. WILLING
326. I’m very excited about seeing you next week. FORWARD
327. I don’t want to criticise him because he’s a good friend. RELUCTANT
328. Her job is making her miserable. DOWN
329. She gets bored with things very quickly. BORE
330. I find grammar exercises extremely boring. STIFF
331. She’s angry that she is treated like the office slave. RESENTS
332. He feels bitter and inferior because he didn’t go to university. CHIP
333. He got revenge on her. OWN BACK
334. I don’t feel resentful towards her –she deserves her success. BEGRUDGE
335. The offer to work in Brazil was a complete surprise. BLUE
336. I’m not surprised that he’s got money problems. SURPRISE
337. I was surprised by his rudeness. TAKEN ABACK
338. I wasn’t expecting you, so I haven’t tidied the house yet. UNAWARES
339. I didn’t want a serious conversation. MOOD
340. They buy nice furniture. TASTE
341. I don’t really like this kind of music. KEEN
342. They’ve been saying how wonderful the hotel was. RAVING
343. I don’t think that violence is right in any circumstance. APPROVE
344. I don’t believe that the film is as good as people say. OVERRATED
345. People are persuaded by adverts to spend more than they
can afford. ADSTEMPT
346. I find their lifestyle quite attractive, although I probably
wouldn’t enjoy it. APPEALS
347. The dress was so tempting that I bought it. RESIST
348. I don’t know why people are attracted to spending all
began. HARDLY
478. It was the first time the cave had been entered by human
beings. NEVER
479. It was so cold that we stuffed our boots with dried grass. SO COLD WAS IT …
480. Although he found the car difficult to steer, Andrew was
able to negotiate the long course. NOTWITHSTANDING
481. The authorities failed to accept responsibility for the
accident, and that’s difficult for the drivers to come to
terms with. WHAT THE DRIVERS
482. Repeated attempts to revive the injured driver were made,
but he did not recover consciousness. IN SPITE
483. My job allows us to live where we want to and to pay the
mortgage. ALONG WITH
484. The organiser’s action almost mounted to negligence. SHORT
485. The driver had been travellin at over 180 m.p.h. IN EXCESS OF
486. Up to half a million people may have perished in the
earthquake. CLAIMED
487. The team is unlikely to reach the summit. THE ODDS …
488. The boxer agreed to take part in the match only on the
conditions he himself laid down. TERMS
489. Mrs Brown is not involved in the management of this
company. NOTHING
490. Although he liked strawberries very much, John couldn’t
face eating any more that day. MUCH AS
491. Although some of his shares had gone down in price, he had
made an overall profit. IN SPITE
492. She was interested in nothing except making money. MAKING MONEY…
493. Peter’s workload is more than he can handle. COPE
494. If you don’t pay by the end of the month, interest is charged. INCUR
495. The company does not intend to replace this model. PLANS
496. There is not much difference between these two vehicles. CHOOSE
497. It gave him great pleasure to contemplate the misfortune
that had befallen his rival. GLOATED OVE
498. Children often over-react when they learn that animals are
killed to provide meat. ON …
499. It is probable that there will be strong resistance to the
ban on shooting. LIKELY
500. Some people respond to the issue of battery farming by
avoiding it. ONE RESPONSE
501. The panther took the girl thinking she was a dog. MISTOOK
502. A child may react initially in a variety of ways but will
usually come round to accepting the parents’point of view. WHATEVER
503. The tiger was stalking the hunter, who was quite unaware. STALKED
504. The young girl died when she was attacked by the panther. LOST
505. The authorities estimate that there are only six tigers now
left in the nature reserve. PUT
506. Don’t tell anyone about our plans. BREATHE
507. Any goods in excess of what is necessary can be returned
558. Let’s not waste any time but get down to the business in
hand. FURTHER ADO
559. People are now claiming that Jones is the murderer. ALLEGED
560. Tom arrived at 11:30 when the party was really and trul
under way. SWING
561. Francis discovered the evidence to prove his theory quite
by chance. STUMBLED
562. The work he has done is not up to the standard that we expect. FALLS
563. Terry is allergic to pears and that is one way in which he
takes after his mother. WITH RESPECT
564. Stephen just couldn’t manage to explain how he made so
many spelling errors. LOSS
565. At the age of eight, Helen first encountered classical Greek
and she’s been fascinated ever since. HOOKED
566. Tom comes from Yorkshire, but you couldn’t tell his from
his accent. TRACE
567. Technical manuals are quite suitable for this purpose. BILL
568. The skier injured his back, so that was the end of his
championship hopes. PUT PAID
569. Not many people completed the questionnaire. It is
disappointing. THAT …
570. She was prepared to accept the job. This surprise
everyone. WHAT …
571. He found the treasure. We don’t know where. We will
never know. WHERE …
573. The car is very old. It continues to run well. This is amazing. HOW SUCH
574. He may be rich. He may be poor. It will make no difference
to his application to build a house in the village. WHETHER
575. People can invest 1000 pounds now.They will receive 1700
in five years’time. WHOEVER …
576. He wrote in his diary. The diary contains nothing but false
information. WHATEVER …
577. The gansters threatened Peter with violence. THREATS
578. The driver behaved in such a way as to place the
passengers in danger. THE PASSENGERS …
579. Sheila has every chance of getting the job. LIKELY
580. It wasn’t Jill’s fault that we got lost. TO BLAME
581. The full story of the disaster was not told until 2010. NOT UNTIL …
582. One is very much inclined to dismiss the whole thing as a
joke. TEMPTING
583. After a short prison sentence, he decided to go straight. SPELL
584. The right attitude to the job is as important as the right
qualifications. NO LESS
585. He paid no regard to his own comfort. INDIFFERENT
586. Compared to what we had to put up with before, the meals
we are getting now are delicious. COMPARISON
587. We have long since ceased to keep information in printe
form. AGE
588. You shouldn’t wander away from the path under any
circumstances. UNDER …
589. I didn’t leave the office at any time. AT NO TIME …
590. She could rely on nobody but him. NOBODY
591. They would not confess to the murder until the police came. NOT UNTIL …
592. We not only ran into fog but it began to rain. NOT ONLY …
593. You can try phoning but it’s possible that the car has been
sold by now. THE CAR
594. If you’ve been out of the country, you obviously haven’t
640. The man tried to say something. The people around him
did not understand him. WHAT …
641. People are unwilling to spend a lot of money. They will
always spend a lot of money if they think they are getting
a “bargain.” HOWEVER …
642. Pushy shop-assistants are unpopular. They always sell
more than their colleagues. NO MATTER …
643. British people are often dissatisfied with the products they
buy. They rarely complain about them. EVEN IF
644. High-technology products are not reliable. They are always
more expensive than less sophisticated items. DESPITE
645. He would prefer architects to study the classical style. HE’D RATHER …
646. Some bosses act like dictators. THOUGH
647. She talks like a person who has lived in a palace, but I know
she never has. AS IF
648. She thinks it’s a pity that the British are so obsessed with old-
fashiones styles. SOONER
649. I regret the fact that I bought such an expensive house. I WISH …
650. I wish I lived in a house with a garden. IF ONLY …
651. My neighbours keep interfering in my private life, which
really gets on my nerves. I WISH …
652. The horse and the dog have become workmates as well as
companions. Their history is closely linked with that of
humans. WHOSE
653. There is a good chance that the first Europeans to set foot
in North America were Vikings. MAY HAVE
654. We are sure that the ancient Egyptians were not the first
people to use a written language. CAN’T HAVE
655. It is now certain that the first humans came from East Africa. MUST HAVE
656. There is a slight possibility that Christopher Columbus was
Spanish and not Italian. MIGHT HAVE
657. There is a good chance that the Chinese invented printing
several hundred years before the Europeans. MAY HAVE
658. It was impossible for the Japanese to have known about the
American’s work on the atomic bomb before 1945. CAN’T HAVE
659. We are certain that the dinosaurs became extinct before
the appearance of humans on the earth. MUST HAVE
660. We are now sure that Marco Polo wasn’t the first European
to vist China. CAN’T HAVE
661. It is probable that Adolf Hitler burnt his diaries before he
died. COULD HAVE
662. I know a lot of people are using environment-friendly products,
but I’m really not convinced that this will help. IF I THOUGHT …
663. Annie joined the World Wildlife Fund a few months ago.
She’s very interested in animals and this is a way of
helping them. WOULDN’T HAVE
664. I would be happier if newspapers spent their time and money
on investigating stories about ordinary people. I’D RATHER …
665. I wish photographers would stop spying on famous people
with their telephoto lenses and hidden cameras. SOONER
666. Judging from the way they act the gutter press obviously
thinks that every detail of a celebrity’s personal life is
public property. AS THOUGH
667. Her friends’messages of sympathy helped her during her
illness. COMFORT
668. Please, behave in my house as you would in your own house. YOURSELF
669. He deals calmly with everything. STRIDE
670. She was relieved when she realised that her bag hadn’t
been stolen. A SIGH OF RELIEF
671. You aren’t allowed to smoke on the tube. BAN
672. The fact that he will never race again is something he
cannot accept. TERMS
673. I could tell by the tone of his voice how serious the situation
was. BROUGHT HOME
674. You should make an effort to get out and about more. HIGH TIME
675. Let’s invite the Marshalls to a barbecue on Sunday. HE SUGGESTED …
676. It was overeating which caused his heart attack. IF …
677. Alternative medicine is a complete mystery to some people. MYSTIFIED
678. “Why don’t you think about how you’re going to play the
character?”, the hynotherapist suggested to Annie. THAT ANNIE
679. The government have been reviewing their immigration
policy for some time. THE GOVERNMENT’S
680. “I’m in a bit of a hurry, but I’ll ring you tomorrow,” he
said. HURRIED
681. I find it surprising that she didn’t like her present. I WOULD …
682. She discovered eight new comets in the course of her work. RESULTED
683. The police have never arrived on our doorstep in the
middle of the night before. WE’VE NEVER …
684. My hair has never fallen out in handfuls before! NEVER BEFORE …
685. The gas explosion blew out all the shop windows. ALL THE SHOPS …
686. A thief picked my pocket on the tube. I HAD …
687. They laid a new carpet yesterday. WE HAD …
688. They’re fitting the windows tomorrow. WE’RE HAVING …
689. We had double glazing put in by the builders. WE GOT …
690. They are not allowed to smoke in my classroom. I WON’T HAVE …
691. They’ll all want to stay the night if we don’t ask them to
leave now. WE’LL HAVE …
692. She managed to walk around the room with a little
encouragement from me. I HAD HER …
693. I never thought of going to Iceland for my holidays. OCCURRED
694. His holiday insurance scheme failed through lack of support. BACK
695. It poured down all day. TORRENTS
696. It seems likely the company will fold. IN ALL …
697. I hope my remarks haven’t upset you. OFFENCE
698. There are some people who didn’t agree with the decision. UNANIMOUS
699. The decorators have finished the whole of the first floor. WE HAVE HAD …
700. It is difficult to know what one’s reaction would have been
in such a situation. IF I HAD BEEN …
701. The children are in disgrace for being so badly behaved. UNDER A CLOUD
702. My car has never broken down on a motorway before. BREAK DOWN
703. The storm completely wiped out all my crops. I’VE HAD …
704. The regiment’s reputation was greatly damaged by his
outrageous conduct. HARM
705. The ships were hardly visible through the thick fog. MAKE OUT
706. We are unaminous regarding the formation of a new
alliance. SHARES
707. The disagreement is a lot of fuss about nothing. TEACUP
708. A government official leaked the story to the world press. GOT WIND
709. It was with great reluctance that they came to our aid. LOATH
710. Organic vegetables are said to be very healthy. WONDERS
711. If you hadn’t been speeding, the police wouldn’t have
stopped you. MUST
712. It is essential that no one is told about our plans. MUSTN’T
713. It was wrong of you not to call the doctor at once. SHOULD HAVE
714. He stood no chance of passing his exams. BOUND
715. I’m sure he missed the eleven o’clock train. MUST HAVE
716. I’m annoyed with you for not phoning me to say you’d be
late. MIGHT HAVE
717. I hardly think she will agree to giving you a pay rise. I DOUBT …
718. The house has got everything except a large garden. LACKS
719. I’m afraid to say that we haven’t got any oil left. RUN OUT
720. The film is similar to Shakespeare’s Hamlet in a number of
ways. RESEMBLANCE
721. In all probability we will finish the project on Thursday. CHANCES
722. He knows he shouldn’t have said those terrible things. HE REGRETS …
723. I have to admit I’m a chain smoker. I WISH I …
724. I can’t stand the way he falls asleep in the middle of dinner. IF ONLY …
725. Oh dear! I didn’t realice it was so cheap. I WISH I …
726. They were seasoned travellers, which we had not expected
them to be. CONTRARY TO …
727. Unfortunately, he hasn’t phoned for days. I WISH HE …
728. The police arrived as the thieves were committing the crime. RED-HANDED
729. We don’t seem to have much sugar left. RUNNING
730. He celebrated his birthday last Saturday. TOOK PLACE
731. They lost not only their money but their passports as well. ADDITION
732. Bad weather delayed the flight. DUE
733. They arrived at their destination alive and kicking. SOUND
734. Travellers consider themselves superior to those who lead
a more sedentary life. LOOK DOWN
735. You’d be wasting your time trying to make him change his
mind. POINTLESS
736. She earns money from her paintings. SOURCE
737. My impression of him was that he was a very capable person. STRUCK
738. It is her father who is Italian. FATHER’S SIDE
739. They believe the senator is well over seventy. THE SENATOR …
740. They will not officially declare independence until next year. NOT …
741. He’s always ready to be of assistance, when we’re busy on
the farm. HELPING HAND
742. Every time he opens his mouth, he says something tactless. CAN’T HELP
743. Experts say that the fall in the birth rate will cause the drop
in the number of school leavers. THE DROP …
744. They feel that the forecasters are doing an unsatisfactory job. ARE FELT
745. He’s tried as hard as he can. BEST
746. They have narrowed the many applicants down to three. SHORT-LISTED
747. They disapprove of smoking in this restaurant. FROWNED
748. When she sold the jewellery at such a low price, she was
cheated. RIDE
749. We’d been thinking about helping them for some time. BACKING
750. Under no circumstances would I have missed the concert. ALL THE WORLD
751. You’ll just have to take a chance! POT LUCK
752. I can’t understand why you didn’t come and see me earlier. WHAT I …
753. She wouldn’t have been upset if you hadn’t lied about your
past. IT
754. Many school leavers speak English inadequately. COMMAND
755. Although the papers claim that they are going to get
divorced, they are not. CONTRARY
756. His memory gradually failed as he grew old. THE OLDER …
757. Vitamin intake and intelligence are not connected. CONNECTION
758. During exam time he always revised all night. IF IT …
759. He can’t be at home. He promised he would phone as soon
as he got back. IF HE WERE …
760. Why didn’t you tell me about the party? You know I like
going to parties! HAD YOU …
761. What a shame we didn’t go by air! Think of the saving in
time! IF ONLY
762. A successful interview means that you will be offered a job. PROVIDED
763. It’s a pity that the TV packed up. We can’t watch the
football now! IF THE TV …
764. Provided that you leave a forwarding address, we will be
able to contact you. UNLESS …
765. Whenever he felt depressed, he went for a long walk
across the hills. IF HE …
766. Many species of wild life are threatened with extinction. VERGE
767. Pandas need a special diet without which they perish. PROVIDED
768. He liked the new job straight away. EASE
769. We would like a copy of your new prospectus. GRATEFUL
770. She felt uncomfortable in the huge hotel. PLACE
771. I don’t see any point in trying to save endangered species. WORTH
772. No smoking in the underground. BAN
773. It is roughly estimated that some turtles lay 28,000 eggs
a year. AVERAGE
774. I regret shouting at him. IF ONLY …
775. The customs of the people no longer seemed strange. BECAME USED
776. Basically, a couple’s happiness depends on their ability
to communicate. THE MORE
777. I’m trying to eat fewer fatty foods. CUT DOWN
778. That is the most shocking story I have ever heard. I HAVE …
779. This is my brother’s first solo flight in a glider. FIRST TIME
780. The train left before the got to the station. BY THE TIME
781. The school was founded ten years ago. IT IS TEN YEARS …
782. He must learn that behaving like that is quite unacceptable. NOT ON
783. Could you explain that again –I can’t quite understand what
you’re trying to say. GETTING AT
784. Do you think that people are attracted to partners who
remind them of their parents? GO FOR
785. The latest round of peace talks have collapsed amidst
bitter recriminations. BROKEN
786. I had to throw the milk away because it was sour. GONE
787. “Why don’t you have a barbecue,?” said Tim to his mother. SUGGESTED
788. “I most certainly did not steal the money,” he said. DENIED
789. “I am the greatest gymnast ever,” said the gold medal winner. BOASTED
790. “Don’t tell anyone or you’ll be sorry,” Mary said. WARNED
791. “If I were you, I’d tell your parents about it,” Anne said
to Susie. SUGGESTED
792. “You stole my gold bracelet,” she said to me bitterly. ACCUSED
793. The business is hardly making a profit at the moment. BREAKING EVEN
794. We never purchase small quantities as we would make
less profit. BULK
795. “Please, don’t take my money, it’s all I’ve got,” said the
old woman to the intruder. BEGGED
796. Selling antiques made him a little extra money. DABBLED
797. The new manager blames me for everything that goes wrong. PICKING ON
798. They sold the car for 1,500 pounds. WENT
799. Books on animal diseases in Outer Mongolia are not
exactly best sellers. CALL
800. We shall have an in-depth discussion about these
recommendations at the next meeting. FULL
801. I would prefer you not to discuss details of this case in
public. I’D RATHER …
803. It’s a waste of time to try and get your money back. WORTH
804. They sent him to prison for three years. SENTENCED
805. This mix-up is not my fault. BLAME
806. We were not very surprised to hear that he had been
stealing money from the company. IT CAME …
807. Everyone notices that Jane was absent. CONSPICUOUS BY
808. Soldiers obey orders as a matter of course. USED TO
809. The coloner and the doctor did not get on well. TERMS
810. The three men were each sentenced to prison for life. SENTENCE
811. Try to stay inconspicuous when you get there. PROFILE
812. I’m afraid that I think she shouldn’t marry him. CAN’T HELP
813. He was working all day and all night as well. NOT ONLY
814. He hadn’t ever stayed in such a dreadful hotel before. NEVER …
815. She dances beautifully and sings sweetly too. NOT ONLY …
816. I have never met such an infuriating person before. NEVER …
817. She didn’t spill a drop. NOT …
818. They don’t spend much money on entertainment. RARELY …
819. She doesn’t understand how much suffering she has caused. LITTLE …
820. We had only just finished putting up the tent when it
started to rain. NO SOONER …
821. They didn’t understand what the whole thing was abou
until they saw the evidence for themselves. ONLY WHEN …
822. You can enter the competition to meet the cast only if you
purchase a ticket for the show. ONLY IF …
823. She didn’t shed a tear when the story ended in tragedy. NOT …
824. I suddenly realized the meaning of a “feebie.” DAWNED
825. Don’t panic about something so trivial. MOLEHILL
826. What you have done is inexcusable. AMENDS
827. The fact that they are always in trouble doesn’t surprise me. WONDER
828. The pressures of being in the public eye have proved too
much for him. COPE
829. No sooner had he bought the car than it broke down. SCARCELY
830. Mass tourism has been one of the causes of the problem. BLAME
831. He was not given details of the company’s new plans. DARK
832. The “environmentally friendly” label on this product is
misleading. CONTRARY
833. He was so overcome with emotion that he didn’t know
what to say. WORDS
834. My brother’s not feeling terribly well these days. WEATHER
835. They managed to get to the airport with only seconds to
spare. IN THE NICK
836. I resent the way that she clearly feels herself to be superior
to me. NOSE
837. I was very annoyed by his refusal to listen to reason. WHAT …
838. Starting smoking was a big mistake. I WISH …
839. The comedian soon made everyone in the audience laugh. HAD EVERYONE
840. He did not pass his driving test until he was nearly 30. IT …
841. It was the weakness of the foundations that led to the
collapse of the building. IF …
842. “I think you ought to see a doctor,” he said. SUGGESTED
843. It is thought that the Prime Minister is considering raising
taxes. IS THOUGHT
844. It started to pour with rain moments after we had started
our walk. HARDLY
845. The phone stopped ringing the moment I got downstairs. NO SOONER …
846. His disabilities did not prevent him from sailing around the
world. DESPITE
847. She agreed to go out to dinner with him because she assumed
he was not married. HAD SHE …
848. The music teacher managed to make the whole class sing
in tune after a few weeks. HAD THE CLASS
849. I just didn’t know what to say. LOST
850. The press seem to have found out about the MP’s
indiscretions. WIND
851. I enjoy being the boss of a small company. SMALL POND
852. I think you should try and be as optimistic as you can. BRIGHT SIDE
853. The sound is detected by the microphone hand set. PICKED UP
854. This is the procedure. FOLLOWS
855. When I saw the condition of the patient I realized how
serious his illness was. CAME HOME
856. You ought to go and see a doctor about those spots soon! IT’S HIGH TIME …
857. The Minister doesn’t make a good impression on TV. COME ACROSS
858. I felt that the last candidate seemed rather inexperienced. STRUCK
859. Some of Peter’s expressions make me think of my brother. REMIND
860. Dealers have been selling the new Mercedes since December. SALE
861. Oh, just go away! I’m getting very annoyed by you. PUT OUT
862. I doubt whether you will have any trouble getting a visa. IMAGINE
863. The police have been watching the house for several weeks. SURVEILLANCE
864. Apparently poverty and crime are linked. APPEARS
865. Why do I always get the boring jobs? I’m fed up with it. DONKEY WORK
866. No one ever benefited from being poor! BEING POOR
867. She looks great with that new hairstyle. WONDERS
868. Doctors say that smoking is bad for your health. HARM
869. The thief was sent to prison for the crimes he had committed. SERVED TIME
870. It’s possible that John wasn’t feeling well. MIGHT
871. It’s very annoying that you didn’t tell me you had changed
your plans. TOLD
872. It was wrong of me to speak to her like that. SPOKEN
873. You ran the risk of killing yourself by touching that wire. COULD
874. It turned out that I had been worrying about my cat
unnecessarily. WORRIED
876. I should have picked Jane up from the station, but I
completely forgot about it. SUPPOSED
877. Please stop complaining about the heat! I WISH …
878. Her career took a different course when she was 30. TACK
879. Only Maria’s mother is French. SIDE
880. Janet’s husband can behave very aggressively at times. STREAK
881. The film star is staying in a specially designed caravan. PURPOSE
882. You have 30 days in which to complete and return this
form. WITHIN
884. It appears that railroad agents distributed popular
literature throughout the US and Europe. WAS
885. I seem to offend people, however much I try not to! HELP
886. The staff are always so obliging to customers in this store. LEND
887. The coffee is just about finished. SHORT OF
888. I’m worried about Jason because he just watches TV all day. ALL HE
889. Picasso `painted GUERNICA, not Dali. IT WAS
890. Harriet was upset because she saw Peter with another
woman. IT WAS SEEING …
891. He broke the window because there was no other way of
getting into the house. THEREFORE
892. In case of emergency, break the glass and sound the alarm. SHOULD …
893. Supposing I got the job abroad, would you come with me? IF I WERE …
895. Sally is very disorganized so she has no chance of getting
the secretarial job. WERE IT NOT
896. The road was water-logged so we were unable to move our
vehicle. IF IT HADN’T …
897. After the crash, there was debris all over the runway. LITTERED
899. My mother was unsure whether my decision to become an
actor was advisable. MISGIVINGS
900. I drove 200 miles to the concert, but then found I had gone
on the wrong day. ONLY TO FIND
901. “No, I had nothing whatsoever to do with the theft,” said
the security guard. DENIED
902. “What about trying to buy more products in bulk?”, said
the Marketing Manager. SUGGESTED
903. “Unless we improve our sales figures, the firm will go to
the wall,” said the Sales Manager. WARNED
904. “Zenco is the best packaging company in the country,”
said the foreman. PRAISED
905. “The government has consistently failed to support small
businesses,” said the reporter. ACCUSED
906. “If I were you, I wouldn’t make any decisions yet,” said
Peter to his son. URGED
907. “All right, the company is only just managing to break even,”
said the accountant. CONCEDED
908. “Today is a day which will go down in history,” said the
factory owner to the workers. ANNOUNCED
909. Products which seem to lack credibility are not popular. MUCH CALL
910. Many people find themselves in difficulties by not paying
for goods immediately. DO CREDIT
911. Buying old maps was a hobby of John Samson’s. DABBLED IN
913. The twins always seem to disagree with each other. PICKING ON
914. We have run out of small sizes. OUT OF STOCK
915. When he returned home, he found that his flat had
been ransacked. ONLY TO
916. If you want to catch the 5:15 train you will have to leave
early. MEANS
917. I really wish I hadn’t said what I did. REGRET
918. The bank manager said he wouldn’t lend me what I needed. UNWILLING
919. Mozart’s last work was unfinished when he died. LEFT WITHOUT
920. Emma was very surprised when she heard she had passe
the exam. IT CAME …
921. I’ll always remember the first time I saw the Pyramids. FORGET
922. Under the circumstances the company can do little but
accept the situation. COULDN’T MAKE
923. No suitable play was found by the company to draw
audiences back to the theatre. FAILED
924. The least problem and the director always panics! MOLEHILL
925. I suddenly realized why the audience was being so hostile. DAWNED
926. There was a loud scream from backstage immediately
after the concert ended. NO SOONER …
927. The actors did not realice that the scenery was about to
fall on them. LITTLE…
928. The performer learned how to juggle by practising day
after day. ONLY …
929. Entertainment must be sympathetic to the needs of its
audience if it is to be popular. CAN’T DO WITHOUT
930. Mr Tipper’s wife was very sorry she couldn’t celebrate the
New Year with her husband. REGRETTED
931. The tabloids provide news and entertainment. NOT ONLY …
932. Who owns that car? BELONG
933. I don’t understand a single word of this letter. HEAD OR TAIL
934. She fully understands that she will have to work hard. WELL AWARE
935. He suddenly thought that he might have misunderstood her. CROSSED
936. He never thought of telling her. OCCURRED
937. That sentence doesn’t have an understandable meaning. NO SENSE
938. He didn’t know about her feelings for him. UNAWARE
939. The heat was such that I nearly fainted. IT WAS …
940. He’s getting someone to mend the windows. HE’S HAVING …
941. I haven’t enjoyed myself so much for years. IT’S YEARS …
942. We couldn’t go out because the weather was so bad. IT WAS SUCH …
943. My brother and I both went to that school. SO DID
944. She and I had never been there before. NEITHER …
945. Someone must meet him at the railway station. HE MUST …
946. I often get up early. I’M USED …
947. He borrowed my book, but he forgot to return it. I LENT …
948. They made him wait for two hours. HE WAS …
949. It’s the cheapest watch but it’s the nicest. NOT ONLY …
950. He spoke so quickly that I couldn’t understand what he said. SO QUICKLY …
951. You can exclude me. COUNT
952. They managed to extinguish the fire. PUT OUT
953. They rejected lots of perfectly good suggestions. TURNED DOWN
954. You should consider further what I’ve just suggested. THINK OVER
955. John obviously resembles his father. TAKES AFTER
956. I refused to tolerate his rudeness any longer. PUT UP
957. The plan met a lot of criticism. CAME IN FOR
958. A new manager assumed control last week. TOOK OVER
959. They Kenyan runner soon caught up with and passed the
other competitors. OVERTOOK
960. He was born at the beginning of the war. OUTBREAK
961. The chairman’s proposal seemed to be irrelevant. BESIDE
962. Although the testimonial was quite good, the employer could
read the hidden meaning. LINES
963. Valuable documents are usually kept securely locked. LOCK AND KEY
964. Generally the weather experts are right in their forecasts. BY AND LARGE, …
965. He believes in not being friendly with his employees. ARM’S LENGTH
966. Every sailor wanted to turn back, but Columbus sailed on. TO A MAN
967. Is he stupid? Certainly not. MEANS
968. He will play his accordion at a party when necessary, but
not as a general rule. OCCASION
969. The idea occurred to me suddenly. SPUR
970. Will you be able to come without much prior warning? NOTICE
971. The witness gave his evidence having sworn to tell the truth. OATH
972. The model posed for the artist without clothing. NUDE
973. Confidentially, what is your opinion of Brown? OURSELVES
974. Come later, now I am very busy. PRESENT
975. Very likely I shall be leaving you quite soon to go to South
America. IN ALL …
976. He was prepared to get hold of the enemy’s plans at any
cost. PRICE
977. Don’t tell me about your long journey, it’s irrelevant. BESIDE
978. Your retirement is impossible to be considered. QUESTION
979. A very energetic man, Tom is never still except when he is
asleep. REST
980. The train left late on account of the fog. SCHEDULE
981. The man changed jobs and started his career again from
the beginning. SCRATCH
982. When the girl saw the diamond ring she was carried away. RAPTURES
983. In tennis, it’s no good hitting the ball haphazardly. RANDOM
984. There was a feud between the two tribes, and several
murders were committed out of revenge. ON ACCOUNT
985. He was intelligent, worked his way up, and was soon
in control. SADDLE
986. The boy felt that his whole future was at issue when he
entered the examination room. STAKE
987. We decided to enjoy ourselves and have a good time to
celebrate our success. SPREE
988. John went home because he was feeling depressed. SORTS
989. Jane was dejected after she had heard the bad news. SPIRITS
990. Are you sane to make such a suggestion? SENSES
991. I wasn’t going to come, but after reconsidering I shall. SECOND
992. Counsel for the defence was quiet during the case for the
prosecution; everyone knew he had something hidden in
reserve. SLEEVE
993. His aunt asked him to stay for a short time. SPELL
994. We must work united. SHOULDER
995. Her dress was badly torn after falling down the cliff. SHREDS
996. Britain and the United States fought together against the
Nazis. SIDE
997. Keep the mixture almost boiling for half-an-hour. SIMMER
998. You cannot possibly set off not having eaten. STOMACH
999. The engine functions irregularly; I must send for a
mechanic. FITS
1000. Apples are not plentiful in December in England. SEASON
ANSWERE KEY:
1. Don’t act in haste, you might make a mistake.
2. She was not able to answer the merchants in their own language.
3. We were wondering if they were really there.
4. Hadn’t we better ask the price?
5. The down payment is so high that we can’t buy the house.
6. She is not a young woman but no matter how old she is her admirers find her
ageless.
16. According to the scientists, Voyager would reach Jupiter in March, and it did.
17. She did it out of kindness.
18. Despite your brother’s youth he has enough experience for the job.
19. With the exception of two very small holes, everything was covered with gold paint.
20. Washington’s example made his soldier’s determination stronger.
21. That noise is deafening people.
22. People ask questions out of curiosity or boredom.
23. In spite of my friends’pride, they don’t talk about their sons.
24. It takes a mother buffalo to find baby buffalos pretty.
25. There is no way of pleasing everybody.
26. The offenders are bent on doing better.
27. Having been arrested for careless driving, Peter has decided to be more careful.
28. Even if you are noticed, your eagerness will be in your favour.
29. Make sure that your clothes are clean and well pressed.
30. Despite the fact that Joan tried to explain her ideas, she could not convince
her father.
31. The judge who listened to their story in silence decided to give them a lecture.
32. Due to the teacher’s meeting tomorrow, several classes are cancelled.
33. Once the boys had promised to behave in the future they were allowed …
34. The director thinks very highly of people who are early.
35. Since the boys had nothing to do that evening, they thought it would be fun to …
36. The meeting is to take place in his office.
37. So far, women’s vote has not made much difference.
38. While waiting for the manager he smoked a cigarette.
39. The fact is that employers prefer to hire younger people.
40. They can make a mistame if they are not aware of people’s origins.
41. Sometimes, manners are a matter of national customs.
42. He said that his shyness kept him from behaving well in society.
43. Shaving his beard, he pleased his wife.
44. George always gave a hand in the store.
45. Does it ever occur to you that geology is a very interesting field?
46. Perhaps I can talk you into studying.
47. How can I make up for my mistake?
48. We were in the mood to go out.
49. That book is worth reading.
50. In theory, oil can be extracted from a rock called shale.
51. The operation is not at all simple.
52. Most people are in awe of nuclear energy.
53. He only went to the concert to please Mary.
54. Under (the terms of) your contract, you are to be here by nine every day.
55. He is the perfect/spitting image of his father.
56. His arrival took us by surprise.
57. I’ll have to cancel my appointment with Mr Marshall.
58. In Jane’s place, I wouldn’t have told Andrew about the car accident.
59. The stories are beyond belief.
60. There’s no point in asking Mrs Carrouthers to sing at the concert, she’s going …
107. Such people as cannot bear with a little inconvenience should never enter …
108. Anybody who broke into the house would trigger off the alarm automatically.
109. It’s time the commission reached an agreement.
110. There must be few people who know so little about the past as he.
111. The meeting was attended by almost everybody.
112. The crowd had never been addressed by him before.
113. I shall give this matter serious consideration.
114. There aren’t many people who would agree with you.
115. He warned them he would resign if they didn’t give him a rise.
116. Not until I had read the last sentence did I realize how important the letter was.
117. I wrote the announcement in large black letters so that everybody could notice it.
118. He is far from having influence on him.
119. He waited until the whole class was attending before speaking.
120. I did follow the doctor’s orders.
121. She had two candles ready on the table lest there (should) be a power cut.
122. As a result of skilled medical attention he recovered rapidly.
123. Only in an emergency may this door be used.
124. It is 3 hours since he started speaking.
125. I was quite unnecessarily anxious.
126. He was quite sure that he was able to deal with the matter.
127. It took him 5 years to complete the novel.
128. The explorers’aim was to follow the river to its source.
129. My cat and my dog get along/on well.
130. It looked as if it were going to rain.
131. It’s high time we went home.
132. The fortune-teller’s warning made a far greater impression on the emperor than …
133. You’re bound to have some problems if you go to live in another country.
134. It makes no difference to him whether he is worshipped or despised.
135. The police charged Bert with the robbery of the car.
136. Not until I slipped a 5-pound note into his hand, did he give the information.
137. The reason why he has had to give up his legal practice is that he is often ill.
138. As far as I’m concerned, I could stay here forever.
139. For a moment she mistook him for her long-lost husband.
140. I don’t see the point of starting so early.
141. He is used to washing in cold water.
142. He asked me if the secondhand car was worth buying.
143. In case of fire the bell in the corridor should be rung.
144. He went on to say that there were, of course, exceptions.
145. It has nothing to do with you.
146. He apologised for having lost his temper.
147. There’s no sense in returning the same day.
148. Far from being annoyed by my criticism, he found it very helpful.
149. This is quite different from the case we are considering.
150. You are running the risk of getting a serious illness if you drink …
151. What a loud speaker he is!
152. Wearing a seat belt is compulsory.
244. No matter how hard she tries, she cannot master German.
245. There has been a considerable increase in the cost of living.
246. No sooner had I stepped into the bath than the telephone rang.
247. Despite the team’s good performance they lost.
248. At no time did we suspect that he was already married.
249. On being told about the robbery, the manager confessed to being astounded.
250. Tired though/as she was after the party she washed the glasses and tidied …
251. Are you sure he is telling the truth?
252. The proposal for a new Town Hall was dropped due to lack of support.
253. Weather permitting we’ll have a picnic tomorrow.
254. She can’t tell the difference between margarine and butter.
255. Today’s correspondence is virtually finished.
256. He must have been having a bath when I called.
257. The directions will mislead him.
258. This is far from the case we are considering.
259. They took it for granted that someone would pick up their signals and …
260. His advice was resting for a month.
261. Owing to the dry weather there was a water restriction.
262. In all probability the strikers will go back to work next week.
263. It’s a fortnight since it rained.
264. In spite of the fact that the weater wasn’s very promising we went to the beach.
265. The onset of the disease is a feeling of faintness.
266. He took an aversion to politicians.
267. Had I known you wanted to come I would have called you up.
268. On getting to the station I found that the train had left.
269. He suggested painting the house green.
270. He made up his mind that nothing should prevent him from going.
271. She was unwilling to get married.
272. He didn’t keep his promise to help me.
273. May you have a long and happy life!
274. What am I to do next?
275. He’d rather nothing should be said about his generous gifts.
276. Being poor he could not afford to buy books.
277. I had my car repaired last Saturday in the garage.
278. None of the protesters were prosecuted.
279. He struck me as a highly efficient manager.
280. At first I was in awe of the new computer.
281. I only called the police as a last resort.
282. However hard mou (may) try, you won’t succeed.
283. I regretted ever writing the letter.
284. Despite the torrential rain we all enjoyed the excursion.
285. No sooner had I recovered than I went down with flu.
286. On no account is the Manager to be disturbed.
287. She accused me of being a liar.
288. But for your generous distribution, we couldn’t continue our work.
289. Take care of yourself.
290. Watch out for thieves if you go to that part of town.
291. I took a lot of trouble over this letter.
292. I’ve installed an alarm to protect my car from/against thieves.
293. I bought it on the spur of the moment.
294. You’re jumping to conclusions.
295. I’m very particular about who I discuss my private life with.
296. I’ll keep my eyes open for you at the concert, although I expect …
297. She’s very fussy about the kind of hotels she stays in.
298. Mind your head! /Mind you don’t hit your head!
299. Look out for a red door when you arrive –that’s my flat.
300. He’s never afraid to speak his mind.
301. He conned me into paying far too much.
302. They ripped me off.
303. When I checked my change I realised I’d been done out of 5 pounds.
304. You weren’t taken in by his story, were you?
305. He lost his temper when we all disagreed with him.
306. I’m sick and tired of being treated as an inferior.
307. He had a fit when he saw the damage.
308. Waiting for buses gets on my nerves.
309. Having to get up so early is a pain in the neck.
310. I’m sceptical of/about his reasons for being nice to me.
311. Look on the bright side! You’re young and …
312. I had (my) reservations about him at first, but now he seems…
313. The whole subject bewilders me.
314. What puzzles me is why he did such a strange thing.
315. They look so alike it’s very easy to mix her up with her sister.
316. I was so worried that I couldn’t think straight.
317. I’m not clear about how to fill in this form.
318. The news of his death was such a shock that it hasn’t sunk in yet.
319. He’s got such a strange accent that I can’t make out a word he’s saying.
320. He’s got a (guilty) conscience about cheating them.
321. I didn’t dare (to) tell him what I really thought.
322. I fear the worst.
323. I dread to think how much it’s going to cost.
324. I wouldn’t have the nerve to say a thing like that.
325. I’m willing to discuss it with you.
326. I’m looking forward to seeing you next week.
327. I’m reluctant to criticise a good friend.
328. Her job is getting her down.
329. Things bore her very quickly.
330. Grammar exercises bore me stiff.
331. She resents being treated like the office slave.
332. He’s got a chip on his shoulder because he didn’t go to university.
333. He got his own back on her.
334. I don’t begrudge her her success.
335. The offer to work in Brazil came (completely) out of the blue.
382. I’ m afraid I’ll be a bit late because something has cropped up.
383. The result was a foregone conclusion.
384. There’s no telling how long it will take to do this.
385. The odds are that nothing will go wrong.
386. He’s liable to get here late, he usually does.
387. The potential profit is enourmous.
388. It’s touch and go whether he’ll be able to pay the bills.
389. A lot of things keep getting in the way of my work.
390. You’ll have to get down to some serious work soon.
391. I’m trying to concentrate but all that noise is putting me off.
392. I don’t like intruding on her when she’s busy.
393. You should take the price into consideration before you decide …
394. He’s in two minds about whether to go or not.
395. I’ve weighed the pros and cons and I’ve decided …
396. She’s doing very well, bearing in mind that she’s only just started.
397. She’s having second thoughts about marrying him.
398. They will take age and experience into account when they decide …
399. I was going to argue with him, but I thought better of it.
400. I’ve ruled out that suggestion.
401. When I agreed to do this I didn’t bargain for it being so expensive.
402. Let me jog your memory.
403. I’ve gone blan k.
404. The word is on the tip of my tongue.
405. This song rings a bell.
406. I can’t place him.
407. Although I don’t speak Italian very well, I got her drift.
408. I appreciate that’s not your fault.
409. He’s oblivious to what other people say about him.
410. I gather from the paper that the economic situation is getting worse.
411. It strikes me that there’s only one thing you can do.
412. He wasn’t aware of the cost involved in buying a house.
413. After a while, it dawned on me that I’d made a terrible mistake.
414. I have no objection to changing my plans.
415. The neighbours were having a row.
416. Are we in agreement?
417. I object to having to pay so much for so little.
418. I don’t want to have an argument with you.
419. In the end we reached a compromise.
420. I’ll meet you half-way.
421. We’ve come to an agreement to share the cost.
422. I expressed my opposition to his plan.
423. He is in favour of capital punishment.
424. If you co-operate with me, everything will be all right.
425. I never row with my parents.
426. She persuaded me not to leave.
427. He pushed me into buying it.
moral support.
nowhere.
454. It seems that whatever I try to do, something always goes wrong.
455. She always gets her own way.
456. He’s going places.
457. The evening went badly and ended in an argument.
458. The house was too damaged to be repaired.
459. He said, “You can hardly expect your request to be considered reasonable.
460. Imagine my exasperation when the appointment was cancelled once again.
461. The cabinet are in disagreement about spending on arms.
462. Rabies is a cause for concern with the opening of the channel tunnel.
463. British athletics is in danger of being defeated by a South African runner.
464. Aids has now been discovered in babies.
465. A family of six has been killed in a motorway crash.
466. The barracks has been bombed in Northern Ireland.
467. He could not put up with the job.
468. It was not until midnight that the workers arrived home.
469. The ships in the harbour bore the brunt of the storm.
470. The bulk of the orders will have been processed by Friday.
471. They did up the old house.
to accept responsibility.
482. In spite of repeated attempts to revive him, he did not recover consciousness.
483. Along with paying the mortgage, my job allows us to live where we want.
484. The organiser’s action was little short of negligence.
485. The driver had been travelling in excess of 180 m.p.h.
486. The earthquake may have claimed up to half a million people.
487. The odds are that the team will not reach the summit.
488. The boxer agreed to take part in the match only on his own terms.
489. Mrs Brown has nothing to do with the management of this company.
490. Much though/as he liked strawberries, John couldn’t face eating any more …
491. In spite of the fact that some of his shares had gone down in price, he had made …
492. Making money was all/the only thing she was interested in.
493. Peter can’t cope with the workload.
494. If you don’t pay by the end of the month you will incur interest charges.
495. The company has no plans to replace this model.
496. There’s little to choose between these two vehicles.
497. He gloated over the misfortune that had befallen his rival.
498. On learning that animals are killed to provide meat, children often overreact.
499. There is likely to be strong opposition to the ban on shooting.
500. One response to the issue of battery farming is to avoid it.
501. The panther mistook the girl for a dog.
502. Whatever a child’d initial reaction, s/he’ll usually come round to accepting …
503. The hunter didn’t realise he was being stalked by the tiger.
504. The young girl lost her life when she was attacked by the panther.
505. The authorities put the number of tigers in the reserve at 6.
506. Don’t breathe a word about our plans.
507. Any goods surplus to requirements can be returned to the manufacturers.
508. I know those nursery rhymes because I was brought up on them.
509. Hardly anyone is willing to do his job.
510. What she likes more than anything else is presenting seminars on self-promotion.
511. At no time was Sally at a loss for Word.
512. He had no hesitation in writing a letter of complaint.
513. Only by using a special crane will we be able to move these containers.
514. Mary lacks the ability to accept criticism.
515. Work done before 9 a.m. doesn’t count as overtime.
516. He had no choice but to accept a transfer to another office.
563. With respect to being allergic to pears, Terry takes after his mother.
564. Stephen was at a loss to explain how …
565. Helen has been hooked on classical Greek since the age of eight.
566. Tom comes from Yorkshire, but has no trace of an accent.
567. Technical manuals fit the bill.
568. The skier’s injured back put paid to his championship hopes.
569. That not many people completed … is disappointing.
570. What surprised everyone was that she was prepared to accept the job.
571. Where he found the treasure we will never know.
572. To have lived in Spain for ten years and not to have learnt Spanish is surprising.
573. How such a very old car continues to run well is amazing.
574. Whether rich or poor will make no difference to his application to …
575. Whoever invests 1000 pounds now will receive 1700 in …
576. Whatever he wrote in his diary is false .
577. The gangsters made threats of violence against Peter.
578. The passengers were placed in danger by the driver’s behaviour.
579. It is very likely that Sheila will get the job.
580. Jill wasn’t to blame for our getting lost.
581. Not until 1990 was the full story of the disaster told.
582. It is tempting to dismiss the whole thing as a joke.
583. After a spell in prison, he decided to go straight.
584. The right attitude to the job is no less important than the right qualifications.
585. He was indifferent to his own comfort.
586. In comparison with/to what we had to put up with before, the meals …
587. It’s ages since we kept information in printed form.
588. Under no circumstances should you wander away from the path.
589. At no time did I leave the office.
590. Nobody could she rely on but him.
591. Not until the police came would they confess to the murder.
592. Not only did we run into fog but it began to rain as well.
593. The car may have been sold but you can try phoning.
594. If you’ve been out of the country, you can’t have heard about the robbery.
595. The line must have been faulty. I just don’t believe it has been engaged …
596. Don’t start worrying, he might have taken a later plane.
597. I’m sorry to trouble you but I was wondering if I might use your phone …
598. I’ve forgotten … People must have been looking everywhere for it.
599. You may not even have to show a pass to get in.
600. She can’t have left without warning anyone.
601. You’d rather I came to the hospital, wouldn’t you?
602. Don’t treat him as if he were a criminal.
603. I wish you listened to me.
604. This is confidential, I’d rather you didn’t mention it to anyone.
605. Any correspondence from the London office must be given (full) priority.
606. I advise you not to place any reliance on what you read in the papers …
607. It’s high time we left.
608. How dare you imply it was all my fault!
609. You lent me a tent which was damaged in a storm you heard about on the news.
610. Having been held up in the …, he arrived rather late.
611. The weather being unsettled, we decided not to venture…
612. Not until I was given the flight number, did I find out when the plane …
613. Once contracts are exchanged, you will be free to move …
614. I’d rather you wore something more formal to work.
615. Never have I drunk a worse coffee.
616. Far from being friendly with him I hardly even know him.
617. It’s time I got home now.
618. Provided I have plenty of warning I’ll willingly baby-sit …
619. The older he grew, the more forgetful he became.
620. Since the company’s methods were exposed … it fell into disrepute.
621. The prisoner was recaptured as he made a dash for the gate.
622. I should have finished the report by today.
623. You could have done a lot more to help people.
624. I must come to a decision soon, otherwise I might …
625. You needn’t have bought all those provisions, we’re only going …
626. Need you ask my advice about every little matter?
627. You ought to have thought of the consequences before you told …
628. She suggested that we (should) organise a protest meeting.
629. He recommended that we (should) visit the City Museum.
630. He suggested that I (should) try the corner shop.
631. They recommended that I (should) try the squid at Mario’s.
632. Not until he caught the criminal would the detective be able to relax.
633. Not since the invention of the jet engine has such a journey been possible.
634. Nowhere can you escape timetables.
635. What infuriates me is bad manners.
636. It’s my boyfriend who loves Italian food.
637. What gets on my nerves is people who don’t leave a tip.
638. A bird that learns to say hello or goodbye is as likely to use one as the other.
639. A study of higher animals reveals language systems, none of which is creative …
640. What the man tried to say people around him did not understand.
641. However unwilling to spend a lot of money, people will always do it if they …
642. No matter how unpopular pushy shop-assistants are, they always sell …
643. Even if dissatisfied with the products they buy, British people rarely complain.
644. Despite being unreliable, high-technology products are always more expensive …
645. He’d rather architects studied the classical style.
646. Some bosses act as though they were dictators.
647. Although she talks as if she lived in a palace, I know she never has.
648. She’d sooner British were not so obsessed with …
649. I wish I hadn’t bought such an expensive house.
650. If only I lived in a house with a garden.
651. I wish my neighbours stopped interfering in my private life …
652. The horse and the dog, whose history is closely linked with …, have become …
653. The first Europeans to set foot in … may have been Vikings.
654. The ancient Egyptians can’t have been the first …
655. The first humans must have come from East Africa.
656. Ch. Columbus might have been Spanish.
657. The Chinese may have invented printing several …
658. The Japanese can’t have known about the American’s work on …
659. Dinosaurs must have become extinct …
660. M. Polo can’t have been the first European …
661. A. Hitler could have burnt his diaries …
662. If I thought environment-friendly products would help, then I’d use them.
663. Annie wouldn’t have joined …if she weren’t interested in …
664. I’d rather newspapers spent their time and money investigating …
665. I’d sooner photographers stopped spying on …
666. The gutter press act as though every detail of a celebrity’s … were public …
667. Her friends’ messages of sympathy were a comfort to her during …
668. Please, make yourself at home.
669. He takes everything in his stride.
670. She breathed a sigh of relief when she realised that …
671. There’s a ban on smoking.
672. He can’t come to terms with the fact that …
673. The tone of his voice brought (it) home to me how serious …
674. It’s high time you made an effort to …
675. He suggested inviting the Marshalls to …
676. If he hadn’t overeaten he wouldn’t have had a heart attack.
677. Some people are mystified by alternative medicine.
678. The hynotherapist suggested thinking about how to play the character.
679. The government’s immigration policy has been reviewed …
680. He said he was a bit hurried but would ring the following day.
681. I would have liked the present if I were she.
682. Her work resulted in discovering 8 new comets.
683. We’ve never before had the police arrive on our doorstep.
684. Never before has my hair fallen out in handfuls.
685. All the shops had their windows blown by the gas explosion.
686. I had my pocked picked on the tube.
687. We had a new carpet laid yesterday.
688. We’re having the windows fitted.
689. We got the builders to put in double glazing.
690. I won’t have them smoking in my classroom.
691. We’ll have them staying the night if we don’t ask …
692. With a little encouragement I had her walking round the room.
693. It never occurred to me to go to Iceland …
694. His holiday insurance scheme failed because no one was prepared to back it up.
695. It came down in torrents.
696. In all probability the company wil fold.
697. I hope you haven’t taken offence at my remarks.
698. The decision was not unanimous.
699. We have had the whole of the first floor decorated.
700. If I had been in such a situation I don’t know what I would’ve done.
701. The children are under a cloud because of their bad behaviour.
702. I’ve never had my car broken down on a motorway before.
703. I’ve had all my crops completely wiped out by the storm.
704. His outrageous conduct did great harm to the regiment’s reputation.
705. You could hardly make out the ships through the thick fog.
706. Everyone shares the same opinion regarding the formation of …
707. The disagreement is a storm in a teacup.
708. The world press got wind of the story from a government official.
709. They were loath to come to our aid.
710. Organic vegetables are said to do wonders for one’s health.
711. You must have been speeding, otherwise the police wouldn’t have stopped you.
712. You mustn’t tell anyone about our plans.
713. You should have called the doctor at once.
714. He was bound to fail his exams.
715. He must have missed the 11 o’clock train.
716. You might have phoned to say you’d be late.
717. I doubt (very much) whether she will agree to giving you …
718. The only thing the house lacks is a large garden.
719. I’m afraid to say we’ve run out of oil.
720. The film bears some resemblance to Hamlet.
721. The chances are that the project will be finished on Thursday.
722. He regrets saying/having said those terrible things.
723. I wish I weren’t a chain smoker.
724. If only he wouldn’t fall asleep in the middle of dinner.
725. I wish I had realised it was cheap.
726. Contrary to our expectations, they were seasoned travellers.
727. I wish he would phone.
728. The police caught the thieves red-handed.
729. We’re running out of sugar.
730. His birthday celebration took place last Saturday.
731. In addition to their money, they lost their passports as well.
732. The flight was delayed due to bad weather.
733. They arrived at their destination safe and sound.
734. Travellers look down on those who lead a sedentary life.
735. It’s pointless trying to make him change his mind.
736. Her paintings are a source of income.
737. He struck me as (being) a very capable person.
738. She’s half Italian on her father’s side.
739. The senator is believed to be well over 70.
740. Not until next year will they officially declare independence.
741. He’s always ready to lend a helping hand when …
742. Every time he opens his mouth he can’t help saying something tactless.
743. The drop in the number of school leavers is said to be caused by the fall …
744. The forecasters are felt to be doing an unsatisfactory job.
745. He’d one his best.
746. They have short-listed 3 applicants.
27. A government official leaked the story to the world press. WIND
28. Building societies will have to guard against their rivals. LAURELS
29. He is becoming quite famous as an interviewer. NAME
30. He makes sure that he isnot associated with policies he disagrees with. DISTANCES
32. I feel I am not being treated fairly. RAW
33. Someone paid five thousand pounds for the painting. WENT
34. You can walk to the station easily from the hotel. DISTANCE
35. Pauline isn’t one of the people who know the secret. ON
36. We don’t expect that the missing climbers have survived. HOLD
37. You must accept the fact that she has left you. TERMS
38. He was not given details of the company’s new plans. DARK
39. Stop criticizing everybody! (Down)
40. Terry has just insured her life. (out)
41. In the end it was discovered that Joe was the thief. (OUT)
42. I need a calculator to arrive at the total. (OUT)
43. I met your friend David the other day. (INTO)
44. I think you’ve been overcharged, old son! (OFF)
45. I think we should increase the pressure on her to resign. (UP)
46. I won’t allow swearing in my classroom (FOR)
47. The company was bought up by a large multinational. (OVER)
48. Your story is different from the facts. (WITH)
49. She feels uncomfortable when people tell her how beautiful she is EMBARRASSES
50. Don’t you remmber anything about your lifetime in London as a child?
(RECOLLECTION
51. Any correspondence from the Canberra office must be dealt with before other
matters.(PRIORITY)
52. I advise you not to believe what you read in the papers about me. (RELIANCE).
53. “I don’t mind where the money goes as long as the people are the real beneficiaries”.
(MATTER)
54. Critics are hoping the new director can bring some postive changes into the French
film industry breath
55. The terrorists attack on the Capital Trade Center was very much like the 11-9 attack
on the WTO building. carbon.
56. It is very difficult to give the exact value of a table like this, but it’s probably worth
about $5000. figure
57. Five boys on a motorbike at the speed of 60mph is very likely to end up in hospital.
receipe
58. Detectives had stopped working on the Hornsey murders case three years previously.
book
59. He is very good at cooking spaghetti. dab
60. We all want to make him realise that he is not as important as he thinks. size
61. He really disappointed me when breaking the promise to help me out. teeth
62. He died, having nothing of his own. name
63. Have a look at this picture. It may help you to remember something. jog
64. Motorists are jamming the streets as they slow down to see the wall paintings. hold
ups
65. He is becoming quite famous as an interviewer. name
66. Social scientists find it hard to accept that the fall in the birth rate is responsble for the
old age of our society. resistance
67. Every possible effort was made by the orphanage to find the boy’s parents. stone
68. The minister gave no precise figures about the casualities. go into
69. The new musical has delighted theatre audiences throughout the country. storm
70. They’ve been arguing about the motorway extension for years. bone
71. My father doesn’t approve of my borrowing so much money from a person like John.
view
72. I like her a lot. affection
73. You look as if something unpleasant has happened to you. wars
74. It’s brillian film. – I laughed uncontrolably all through the way. head
75. She finds grammar exercies extremely boring. stiff
76. I’ll have to wait before I know whether he’ll keep his promise or not. remains
77. He was so worried that his mind couldn’t function normally. straight
78. They’ll cause a lot of trouble. cat
79. Some people say that there’s hardly any difference between love and hate. line
80. She can buy anything she wants – She’s very rich. rolling
81. A rise in temperature in the next century seems likely. chance
82. You must accept the fact that she has left you. resign
83. I just didn’t know what to say. lost
84. They arrived at the station with only a minute to spare. nick
85. They sent him to prison for three years. sentenced.
86. I don’t intend to tell you my plans. intention
87. Tim looks nothing like his father. take
88. He watched videos all day. entire
89. I don’t think she likes doing other people’s work for them. objects
90. I didn’t agree with the idea. favor
91. Teaching doesn’t suit her. cut
92. I never thought of going by train. occur
93. He is very likely to come. probability
94. The cause of the explosion is still unknown. caused
95. The train is 5 minutes late in leaving. due
96. The rain was coming down in torrent. dogs
97. Organic vegetables are said to be health. wonders
98. He is determined to become a doctor. heart
99. Mary got married without her parents’ knowledge. unaware
100. John spent all his time working. devoted
101. The desk was too crowded for him to put his book down. room
102. There is no hot water because the centre heating has broken down. order
103. the young man was very embarrassed because his proposal was turned down.
rejection
104. Find out more about working conditions before you contact the manager. Until
105. She stressed the importance of keeping the family together. Emphasis
106. They share a lot of hobbies and interests. common
107. Pandas need a special diet, without which they perish. unless
108. It is roughly estimated that some turtles lay 28 thousands eggs a year. average
109. It is not worth trying to save endangered species. waste
110. Many species of the wildlife are threatned with extinction. danger
111. The Prime Minister resigned because of his sudden illness. resulted
112. The news of the merger came as a complete surprise to the workers. aback
113. Kate has finally accepted that their friendship is over. terms
114. William tried to remain imprtial in the quarrel between his two cousins. sides
115. There is a risk that the black rhino will become extinct. threatened
116. She has always had a good relationship with the children. got
117. The new plans for the school have been approved by the authorities. met
118. Don’t tell the boss anything about this. breathe
119. We have more important things to do at the moment. fish
120. The accused became very emotional. overcome
121. Naturally, they will deduct points if you arrive late. penalised
122. The model’s clothes lay all over the floor. strewn
123. Our new director wants you to call her “Madam”. addressed
124. I can’t say I enjoy it when people tear my writing to pieces in front of me. having
125. We’ll have to make up our minds by the ed of the week, won’t we? be
126. It’s just possible the hotel may need more staff in the summer. ruled
127. Surely nobody likes it when people make fun of them in public. being
128. Never forget that the customer is always right. borne
129. This school-leaver’s qualifications are not adequate for such a damanding job, are
they? sufficiently
130. When she left home, she had to do everything on her own. fend
131. I’m afraid I’ll be a bit late because something unexpected has happened. cropped
132. He’ll probably get here late; he usually does. liable
133. It’s not certain whether I’ll be able to pay the bills this month. touch
134. It’s impossible to predict howlong it will take to do this. telling
135. When I make my complaint, I hope that you will say you agree with me. back
136. Many people believe that the death penalty deters criminals. deterent
137. She was nervous about going to the doctor’s, so I went woth her so that she
wouldn’t be alone.
moral
138. He offers them more money to encourage them to do the job quickly. incentive
139. He has always done things to help her in her career. supported
140. Many customs restrictions within the EC have been abolished. away.on
141. At the moment I can’t afford to buy a new car. question
142. I assume you are hungry. granted
143. I knoe I can convince Dave that I’m right about this matter. Bring
144. Students at the school are not allowed to go into the Rainbow Disco. Bounds
145. He has changed his opinion on the house. Heart
146. I treated him in the same way as he had treated me. Paid
147. Mr Pat was completely shocked on hearing the bad news. Arms
148. Mrs Smith is on a diet and she eats very little. Bird
149. She was really crazy about him. Head.
150. She bagan to suffer from irrational fears. Prey
151. Who will inherit the estate? Heir
152. The final version of the plan was quite different from the initial draft. resemblance
153. His irresponsible attitute is endangering his career as a doctor. Jeopardy.
154. You should excuse his bad manners, he’s only a child. allowances
155. The candle fell over and made the barn start burning. Light
156. City-dwellers often get depressed nowadays. Prone
157. Fortunately, the boat didn’t sink. Stroke
158. Bill reckoned that his succeess was due to incredible luck. Put
159. I’ve considered the advantages and disadvantages and I’ve decided not to go.
Weighed
160. After a while I realised that I’ve made a terrible mistake. Dawned
161. When she left her home, she had to do everything on her own. Fend
162. I was not sure whether to go with him or not. Minds
163. Nowadays we often buy goods and pay for them later. Credit
164. I sufferd from obsessive and agonising thoughts. prey
165. The first sign of the disease is a feeling of faintness. onset
166. As an antidote to their disaapoitnment, he bought them iec-cream. offset
167. I travel by bus only when I have no alternative. resort
168. Bill reckoned that his success was due to incredible luck. put
169. Don’t forget those who are at work on this lovely sunny day! Spare
170. The impression most people have of him is that he is an honest person. Comes.
171. The incident ruined my chances of promotion. Paid
172. She began to suffer from irrational fear. Prey
173. I can’t understand why they are reluctant to sign the contract. Baffled
174. There isn’t much that Peter doesn’t know about modern art. Gaps
175. Bob has a habit of upsetting people unintentionally. Inclined
176. Martin’s habit of taking risks doesn’t fit in with his image as a family man.
Compatible
177. John really must attend the meeting. Crucial
178. Sally became known throughout the country as a result of her popular TV series.
Househol
179. John made his teacher very angry. Incurred
180. He used to be a teacher, so he really knows what it’s like in the classrom. Firsthand
181. She writes notes on everything that was said at the meeting. Record
182. They could not warn people by electronic mail because that might spread the
computer virus. Fear
183. Jane is likely to be promoted. Chance
184. The cost of the excursion is part of the price of the holiday. includes
185. Charles and his brother are exactly alike. look as
186. What are you thinking at the moment? Mind
187. What about going to the new film at the Rex tonight? We
188. You will find me waiting outside the station. Be
189. Scientists are on the point of making a vital breakthrough. About
190. I work in a factory which has 1,500 employeess. 1,500-employee
191. Just after solving one problem I was faced with another. When
192. It is my impression that she is enjoying her new job a great deal. Seems
193. Mary rang hours and hours ago. That
194. He is so familiar with his wife that he no longer appreciates her full value. Granted
195. Knowledge without common sense is of little importance. Counts
196. She is not poor at all; in fact, she is quite rich. Means
197. A new house is impossible – we can not afford it. question
198. The fact that the judge had been involved in some illegal activities was not revealed
until several years after his death. Light
199. Don’t forget those who are at work on this lovely, sunny day! spare
200. The severity of the punishment bore no relation to the seriousness of the crime.
Proportion
201. The impression most people have of him is that he is an honest person. Comes
202. The manager told his staff that he was pleased, but he could do better. Room
203. My father is going to be really angry when he finds out that I’ve lost the car keys.
Wall
204. If you don’t like the idea then just say so. I believe you should always speak frankly.
spade
205. We’d get the job finished much quicker if everyone worked as hard as everyone
else. Weight
206. If things go wrong, James, whatever you do, don’t panic. Head
207. You have said exactly the right thing. nail
208. His shop has now stopped trading after making heavy losses. Business
209. He began to do homework as soon as he arrived home. Got
210. I think you should go by train. Were
211. Cheques should only be accepted with proof of identity. Never
212. Most people can understand him when he speaks English. Understand
213. Even if we don’t like the idea, we’ll have to go with her. Whether
214. Please go straight to the check – in desk when you arrive at the airport. On
215. She has extensive knowledge of Ancient Egypt. Very
216. At the moment I can’t afford to buy a new car. Question
217. He unwillingly asked her for help. Turned
218. Unfortunately, all his efforts were unsuccessful. Nothing
219. MR.Kenedy received a gold medal for his service to the country. Recognition
220. The effect on these pills only lasts for 3 hours. Off
221. I need someone to take my place at the ceremony. Stand
222. He gets very annoyed when you criticize him. Bull
223. Tim tried to be like one of his heros when he was a young musician. Modeled
224. The claim to provide the best service in business, but I think that can be questioned.
Dispute
225. You should punish him serverely so that others will be afraid to behave as he did.
Example
226. The boy does whatever his father wants in an obedient way. Attendance
227. I really regret to have lost the opportunity to gat the promotion. Boat
228. I am sure it will snow tomorrow. Bound
229. Could I stay with you in Chicago for a few days, John? Put
230. Unexpevtedly, we did not have enough food for the guests. which
231. The reason why the two cars collided has been unknown. No
232. Our teacher never let us leave the school. To
233. Attendance at the additional evening lectures is not obligatory fo students. Under
234. You must keep this door closed at all times when the red light is illuminated. Acount
235. As a reslut of bad weather, there may be delays on some international flights.
Subject
236. Students at the school are not allowed to go into the Rain Bow Disco. Bounds
237. The offer of a job will only be confirmed following a sucessful medical
examination. Completed.
238. It is highly unlikely that the meeting will end before 8. Chances
239. When I realized how much it was going to cost, I changed my mind. Realization
240. I didn’t feel like doing anything energetic. Mood
241. Although he was over slept, Clive wasn’t late for work. Up
242. I am not trying to make you feel any worse about this. Wish
243. It’s whether we’ll be able to afford it or not that I’m not sure about. What
244. Jeremy frequently events ridiculous stories like that! Make
245. He plays computer games all day. Entire
247. He talked about nothing except the weather. Sole
248. As soon as Grandad appeared you could bet something would go wrong with the
television.
Guaranteed
249. Can that film be seen by the general public yet? Release
250. If we accpet that majority attribute of industrial societies is achievement, then the
laws of that society
must apply to everyone. Given
251. It is unjustified to prepurpose that all men are stronger than women. Assumption
252. In 1939 World War II broke out. Advent
253. Mr.Bill managed to repair the garage roof only because his neighbour helped him.
Without
254. Travellers consider themselves superior to those who lead a more sedentary life.
Down
255. The fact that he will never race again is something he cannot accept. Terms
256. I could tell by the tone of his voice how serious the situstion was. Home
257. Local residents said they were against the new traffic scheme. disapproval.
258. Whatever happens, we must avoid adverse publicity. cost
259. This is the fisrt time I’ve seen her in my life. Set
260. It’s unlikely he’ll be picked for the Olympic swimming team. Chances.
261. I know I can convince Dave that I’m right about this matter. Bring
262. He is different form his brother in almost all respects. Bears
263. We wouldn’t want to restrict the freedom of the students in any way. Impose
264. I suddenly realized the meaning of a “freebie” Dawned
265. I wantedto learn Russian before I visited Moscow. Without.
266. When I noticed it was formal dress, it was too late. Until
267. Don’t panic about something so trivial. Mountain
268. She has always had a good relationship with the children. Got
269. You’d be better if you had a quiet holiday. Do
270. What Rachel does in her spare time doesn’t concern me. business
271. Only final-year students are allowed to use the main college car park. restricted
272. The final version of the plan was quite different from the initial draft. Resemblance
ĐÁP ÁN CHO GIÁO VIÊN
1. There is little likehood that the television will blow up at any time.
2. I picked this car up for only five hundred pounds.
3. The painting went for five thousands pounds.
4. We have broken even this year.
5. 1967 saw the advent of the transmission of programs in color.
6. I find myself at a loss to understand/ comprehend Harold’s behavior.
7. The punishment was out of proportion to the crime.
8. These problems of ours are just the tip of the iceberg.
9. In the area, Thailand is head and shoulders above all other countries in football
10. Thomas was kept in the dark about the company’s new projects.
11. I lacked (the) courage to tell him what I really thought.
12. The police put a stop to the fighting between the two gangs by arresting the leaders.
13. There is more to travelling alone than taking a good guide book with you.
14. The way he took everything she did for granted really put her back up .
15. She held her breath while the results were read out .
16. On no account / Not on any account should the house be left unlocked .
17. They invest a big fund / sum of money into the field of solar- electricity.
18. Alice’s shyness was due to ( a/her ) lack of confidence.
19. I didn’t have any clue about how to send a fax when I started work.
20. What you have been saying is beside the point.
21. Please stop running everybody down.
22. We don’t hold out much hope for the missing climbers.
23. Helen’s report seems to be lacking in clarity in places.
24. The actor was given a standing ovation for his performance.
25. Taxpayers had to foot the bill for the privatization plan.
26. He cannot come to terms with the fact that he will never race again.
27. The world press got wind of the story from a government official.
28. Building societies will not be able to rest on their laurels.
29. He is making quite a name for himself as an interviewer.
30. He makes sure (that) he distances himself from policies he disagrees with.
31. I don't have the faintest idea what you're talking about.
32. I feel I am getting / being given a raw deal.
33. The painting went for five thousand pounds.
34. The station is within easy walking distance of the hotel.
35. Pauline hasn’t been let in on the secret.
36. We don’t hold out much hope for the missing climbers.
37. You must come to terms with the fact that she has left you.
38. It was kept in the dark about the company’s new plans.
39. Stop running everybody DOWN.
40. Terry has just taken OUT insurance on her life.
41. it turned OUT that Joe was the thief.
42. I need a calculator to work OUT the total.
43. I ran INTO your friend David the other day.
44. I think you’ve been ripped OFF, old son.
45. I think we should step UP the pressure on her to resign.
46. I won’t stand FOR swearing in my classroom.
47. The company was taken OVER by a large multinational.
48. Your story does not tie in WITH the facts
49. It embarrasses her when people tell her how beautiful she is.
50. Haven’t you had any recollection of your lifetime in London as a child?
51. Any correspondence from the Canberra office must take priority (be given priority)
over other matters.
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52. I advise you not to place any reliance on what you read in the papers about me.
53. “It doesn’t matter where the money goes as long as the people are real beneficiaries”.
54. Critics are hoping the new director can breathe life into the French film industry.
55. The terrorist attack on the Capital trade Centre was carbon copy of the 11-9 attack on
the WTO building.
56. It is very difficult to put a figure/ give an exact figure on a table like this, but it’s
probably worth about
$5000.
57. Five boys on a motorbike at the spead of 60mph is a receipe for disaster.
58. Detectives had closed the book on the Hornsey murder case three years previously.
59. He is a dab hand at cooking.
60. We all want to cut him down to size.
61. He really kicked me in the teeth when breaking the promise to help me out.
62. He died with nothing to his name/ having nothing to his name/ without anything to
his name.
63. Have a look at this picture. It may help to jog your memory.
64. Motorists are causing/ cause hold ups as they slow down to see the wall painting.
65. He is making (quite) a name for himself as an interviewer.
66. There is resistance among social scientists to the idea that the fall in the birth rate is
responsible for the old age of our society.
67. The orphanage left no stone unturned in their attempt to find the boy’s parents.
68. The Minister didn’t go into details about the casualities.
69. The new musical has taken theatre audiences by storm.
70. The proposed motorway extension has been a bone of contention for years.
71. My father takes a dim view of borrowing so much money from a person like John.
72. I have a lot of affection for her.
73. You look as if you have been in the wars.
74. It’s a brilliant film – I lauhged my head off all the waythrough.
75. Grammar excercises bore me stiff.
76. It remains to be seen whether he’ll keep his promise or not.
77. He was so worried that he couldn’t think straight.
78. They will put the cat among the pigeons.
79. Some people say that there’s a thin line between love and hate.
80. She can buy anything she wants – she is rolling in money.
81. There is a (reasonable) chance that there will be a rise in temperature in the next
century.
82. You must resgin yourself to the fact that she has left you.
83. I was lost for words.
84. They arrived at the station in the nick of time.
85. He was sentenced to three years in prison/ three years imprisonment.
86. I have no intention of telling you my plans.
87. Tim doesn’t take after his father at all.
88. He spent the entire day watching videos.
89. I think she objects to doing other people’s work for them.
90. I wasn’t favor of the idea.
91. She isn’t really cut out fot teaching.
92. It never occurred to me to go by train (that I could go by train)./ The thought of going
by train never
occurred to me.
93. In all probability he will come (is coming)./ There is a high/ distinct/ strong
probability that he will
come (is coming).
94. What caused the exlposion is still unknown. / It is unknown (nobody knows) what
caused the explosion.
95. The train was due to leave 5 minutes ago.
96. It was raining cats and dogs.
97. Organic vegetables are said to do wonders for one’s health.
98. His heart is set on becoming a doctor/ He has set his heart on becoming a doctor.
99. Mary’s parents were unaware of her marriage.
100. John is devoted to his work.
101. There was no room on the desk for his books.
102. There is no hot water because the centre heating is out of order.
103. The rejection of his proposal greatly embarrassed the young man.
104. Until you find out more about working conditions, contact the manager.
105. She put/ laid the emphasis on the importance of keeping the family together.
106. They have a lot of hobbies and interests in common.
107. Unless Pandas have a special diet, they perish.
108. On average, some turtles lay 28.000 eggs a year.
109. It is waste of time trying to save endangered species.
110. Many species of wildlife are in danger of extinction.
111. The Prime Minister’s resignation resluted from his sudden illness.
112. The workers were completely taken aback at (by) the news of the merger.
113. Kates has finally come to terms with the fact that their frindship is over.
114. William tried not to take sides in the quarrel between his two cousins.
115. The black rhino is threatened with extinction.
116. She has always got along (on) well with the children.
117. The new plans for the school have met with the approval of the authorities (with the
authorities’
approval).
118. Don’t breathe a word of this to the boss./ Don’t breathe a word to the boss about
this.
119. At the moment we have another fish to fry.
120. The accused was overcome with emotion.
121. Naturally, you will be penalised (by having points deducted) if you arrive late.
122. The floor was strewn with the model’s clothes./ The model’s clothes were strewn all
over the floor.
123. Our new Director wants to be addressed as “Madam”.
124. I can’t say I enjoy having my writing torn to pieces in front of me.
125. A dicision will have to be made by the end of the week, won’t it?
126. The possibility of the hotel needing new staff in the summer can’t ?shouldn’t be
ruled out.
127. Surely nobody likes being made fun of in public.
128. It should be borne in mind that the customer is always right.
129. This school-leaver is not suffieciently qualified for such a demanding job, is he/ she?
130. When she left home she had to fend for herself.
131. I’m afraid I’ll be a bit late because something has cropped up.
132. He’s liable to get here late; he usually does.
133. It’s touch and go whether I’ll be able to pay the bills this month.
134. There’s no telling how long it will take to do this.
135. When I make my complaint, I hope you will back me up.
136. Many people believe that the death penalty is a deterent against crimes.
137. She was nervous about going to the doctor’s, so I went with her to give her a moral
support.
138. He offers them more money as an incentive to do the job quickly.
139. He has always supported her in her career.
140. Many customs restrictions within EC have been done away with.
141. At the moment a new car is out of the question.
142. I take it for granted you are hungry.
143. I know can bring Dave round to my way of thinking on this matter.
144. The Rainbow Disco is out of bounds to students at this school.
145. He has made a change of heart on the house.
146. I paid him back in his own coin.
147. Mr Pat flung his arms up in horror at the bad news.
148. Mrs Smith is on a diet and she eats like a bird.
149. She was head over heels in love with him.
150. she fell prey to irrational fears.
151. Who is the heir to the estate?
152. There is no/little/ not much resemblance between the final version and the initial
draft.
153. His irresponsible attitude is putting/ placing his career as a doctor in jeopardy ( His
career has been put in jeopardy because of his irresponsible attitude.)
154. You should make allowances for his bad manners, he’s....................
155. The candle fell over and set light to the barn.
156. City-dwellers are prone to getting depressed nowadays.
157. By a stroke of fortune, the ....................
158. Bill put his success down to ....................
159. I’ve weighed up the pro and con....................
160. After a while I dawned on me that....................
161. Whe nshe left home she had to fend for herself.
162. ....................We often buy goods on credit.
163. I was in two minds about whether to go with him.
164. I was a prey to obsessive and agonising thoughts = Obsessive and agonising
thoughts used to prey on
me/ make me their prey.
165. The onset of the disease is shown/ marked/ indecated/ characterized by a feeling of
faintness.
166. To offset their disppoinment, he bought them ice-cream.
167. I travel by bus only as a last resort = I resort to travel by bus only when I have no
alternative.
168. Bill put all his success down to incredible luck.
169. Spare a thought for those who are at work on this lovely sunny day!
170. He comes over as an honest man.
171. The incident put paid to my chances of promotion.
172. She felt prey to irrational fear.
173. Their reluctance to sign the contract baffled me.
174. There are few gaps in Peter’s knowledge of modern art.
175. Bob is inclined to upset people unintentionally.
176. Martin’s habit of taking risks is not compatible with his image as a family man.
177. It is crucial that John attend the meeting.
178. Sally became a household name as a result of her popular TV series.
179. John incurred his teacher’s anger.
180. He has firsthand experience of the classroom.
181. She kept a record of everything that was said at the meeting.
182. They could not warn people by eletronic mail for fear of spreading the computer
virus.
183. Jane stands a good chance of being promoted.
184. The price of the holiday includes the cost of excursions.
185. Charles and his brother look as like as two peas.
186. What is in your mind at the moment?
187. Shall we go to the new film at the Rex tonight?
188. I will be waiting for you outside the station.
189. Scientists are about to make a vital break through.
190. I work in a 1,500-eployee factory.
191. Hardly had I solved one problem when I was faced with another.
192. She seems to be enjoying her new job a greatdeal.
193. It was hours and hours ago that Mary sang.
194. He takes his wife for granted.
195. Knowledge without commom sense counts for little important.
196. She is by no means poor; in fact, she is quite rich.
197. A new house is out of question – we can not afford it.
198. the fact that the judge had been involved in some illegal activities did not come to
the light until
several years after his death.
199. Spare a/ some thought for those who are at work on this lovely, sunny day!
200. The punishment was out of (all) proportion to the crime.
201. He comes over as (being) an honest person.
202. The manager told his staff that there was room for (some) improvement.
203. My father’s going to go up the wall when he finds out that I’ve lost the car keys.
204. If you don’t like the idea then just say so. I believa you should call a spade a spade.
205. We’d get the job finished much quicker if everyone pull his/ her weight.
206. If things go wrong, James, whatever you do, don’t lose your head.
207. You have hit the nail on the head.
208. His shop has gone out of business after making heavy losses.
209. He got down to (doing) the homework as soon as he arrived home.
210. If I were you, I would go by train.
211. Cheques should never be accepted without proof of identity.
212. He can make most people understand him when he speaks English.
213. We’ll have to go with her whether we like the idea or not.
214. On arrival at the airport please go straight to the check-in desk.
215. She is very knowledgeable about Ancient Egypt.
216. At the moment a new car is out of the question.
217. He unwillingly turned to her for help.
218. Unfortunately all his efforts came to nothing.
219. Mr.Kenedy received a gold medal in recognition of his service to the country.
220. The effect of these pills was off after three hours.
221. I need someone to stand in for me at the ceremony.
222. That you criticize him is like a red rag to a bull.
223. As a young musician, Tim modeled himself form one of his heros.
224. They claim to provide the best service in business, but I think that they can open to
distpute.
225. You should make an example of him so that others will be afraid to behave as he
did.
226. The boy dances attendance on his father.
227. I really regret to have missed the boat to get the promotion.
228. It is bound to snow tomorrow.
229. Could you put me up in Chicago for a few days?
230. Unexpectedly, the food which we had was not enough for the guests.
231. No one has known about the reason why the two cars collided.
232. We were not allowed to leave the school by our teacher.
233. Students are under no obligation to attend the additional evening lectures.
234. On no account must you open this door when the red light is illuminated.
235. Due to the bad weather some international flights are subject to possible delay.
236. The Rain Bow Disco is out of bounds to students at the school.
237. Once a medical examination has been successfully completed, the offer of a job will
be confirmed.
238. The chances are that the meeting won’t end before 8.
239. The realization of how much it was going to cost made me change my mind.
240. I wasn;t in the mood for doing/ to do anything energetic.
241. Despite not waking up/ getting up on time, Clive wasn’t late for work.
242. I don’t wish to make you feel any worse about this. = It isn’t my Wish to make you
feel any worse
about this.
243. What I am not sure about is whether we’ll be able to afford it or not.
244. It is typical of Jeremy to make up a ridiculous story like that!
245. He spent the entire day playing computer games.
246. Tim doesn’t take after his father at all.
247. The weather is his sole topic/ subject of conversation.
248. It was guaranteed that as soon as Grandad appeared, something would go wrong
with the television.
249. Is that film on the general release yet?
250. Given that that majority attribute of ...................., the laws of that society must apply
to everyone.
251. It is a false assumption that all men are stronger than women.
252. 1939 saw the advent of World War II.
253. Wihtout the help of his neighbour Mr.Bill could never have repaired the garage roof.
254. Travellers look down on those who lead a more sedentary life.
255. He cannot come to terms with the fact that he will never race again.
256. The tone of his voice brought (it) home to me how serious the situation was.
257. Local residents expressed their disapproval of the new traffic scheme.
258. We must avoid adverse publicity at all costs.
259. I’ve never set eyes on her before.
260. His chances of being picked for the Olympic swimming team are poor/ slim.
261. I know I can bring Dave round to my way of thinking on this matter.
262. He bears little/ hardly any resemblance to his brother.
263. We wouldn’t want to impose any restrictions on the freedom of the students.
264. The meaning of a “freebie” suddenly dawned on me. = It suddenly dawned on me
what the meaning of a “freebie” was.
265. I did not want to visit Moscow wihtout learning/ having learned Russian.
266. I did not notice it was formal dress until it was too late.= It was not until it was too
late that I noticed it was formal dress = Not until it was too late did I notice it was formal
dress.
267. Don’t make mountain out of a molehill.
268. She has always got on/ along (well) with the children.
269. A quiet holiday would do you good.
270. It is none of/ not of my business. = It is not any/ no business of mine.
271. The use of the main college car park is restricted to the final-year students.
272. There was no/ little/ not much resemblance between the final version and the initial
draft.