132 I’d like to return this
I’d like to return this, this one doesn’t suit me.
I’d like to return this, I found
it broken when I got home.
A: you look good in red. B: thank you, but I’d like to return this. A: why? B: because I’d like to
get one in a larger size.
131 we are in the same boat
We both have no jobs, we are in
the same boat.
We both don’t have any money, we are in the same boat.
A: are you taking a vacation this summer? B: yes, but we’re not going anywhere. A: what do you mean? B: everything is sky high. We don’t have enough money for a vacation . how about you? A:
we’re in the same boat. With both boys in college, it’s been tough. We simply can’t afford a vacation this year. B: maybe next year, things will be better.
130 where was I ?
Let’s back up, Where was I ?
A: where was I ? B: you were going to tell us why you don’t like
that restaurant.
A: let’s back up. Where was I ? B: you were talking about your life
in America. A: oh, yes, now I remember. B: so, how was that? A: you don’t know, I met the
greatest people in the world.
129 far from it
A: can you help me with my English homework? You’re a genius. B: far from it, but I’ll try to help you. What’s your problem?
A: we have finished this task successfully. B: far from it,
there are still a lot of work to
be done here.
128 don’t give me that
Don’t give me that, I know all
the details.
Don’t give me that, I know she hates my cooking.
A: why weren’t you at home last night? B: I had a meeting with my clients, and when it’s finished,
it was so late, so… A: don’t
give me that, I saw you in a bar with a girl.
127 take credit for
I can’t take credit for this, we both know that this wasn’t me.
You took credit for my work, Peter.
A: you did a good job, and we’re thinking about giving you an award. B: thank you, but I can’t take credit for this, because Mike did most of it.
126 I’m not myself today
I’m not myself today.
Sorry, I’m not myself today, My son just had a severe fever.
A: we had a meeting at 10 o’clock. Where were you? B: I’m sorry, I guess I forgot. A: forgot? How could you forget? B: I don’t know. I’m not myself today. A: what’s wrong? B: maybe I’m just tired. I haven’t been getting much sleep.
125 I goofed up
Don’t goof up. This project is
too important.
Don’t goof up his computer system.
A: I’m sorry, but I didn’t
finish it on time. B: what happened? A: I goofed up the whole thing.
124 I mean it
I mean it=I am serious.
I mean it, I’m serious.
I don’t want to see you again in my life and I mean it.
A: are you kidding me? B: no, I mean it.
123 it’s a piece of cake
Never say die, it’s a piece of cake.
I guess it’s a piece of cake for you.
A: I can’t believe you solve this math problem in 30 seconds. B: well, it’s a piece of cake.
122 by all means
By all means
By any means
By no means
By all means, I must visit my sick friend.
You must get there by all means before dark.
A: could I borrow your pen, please? B: by all means.
121 I beg your pardon I beg your pardon, I didn’t hear what you said.
I beg your pardon, I didn’t mean it.
A: I beg your pardon, please slow down.
B: ok, listen, I don’t like the way you work.
120 have faith in
Have no faith in
I have faith in his ability to success.
Have faith in your judgement.
A: I don’t know if I can do this. B: I have faith in you. A: you do? B: yeah, you’re really hard-working.
119 change into
You can’t change iron into gold.
I want to change dollars into pounds.
A: yesterday I bought a sweater from your store. And I’m afraid
it’s too small for me. So I want
to change that into a bigger one.
B: ok, wait a minute.
118 lose one’s balance
Keep one’s balance
The car lost a wheel, and lost its balance.
I’m trying not to lose balance between work and the rest of my life.
A: you’ve spent too much time on your computer games. B: so what? A: nothing, just remind you not to
lose balance between study and entertainment.
117 give way to
Never give way to fears.
The storm gave way to bright sunshine.
A: I’m afraid I can’t do this. B: just believe yourself. Never give way to your fears.
116 only to , only too
The police hurried to the spot,
only to find that the damaged car had been taken away.
He got to the station, only to
find the bus had gone.
I was only too pleased to help.
A child can be difficult as we
know only too well.
115 go back on
Go back on one’s word
He never goes back on his word.
He would rather die than go back
on his friends.
A: something must be wrong with
Bob recently. B: yeah, he’s in a bad mood, coz some of his friends have gone back on him.
114 now and then
I try to buy myself something now and then.
We probably still need to refuel now and then.
A: how’s your school life? B: not too good, actually. A: why? Coz
you can’t go home often? B: yeah, I can only call my parents now and then.
113 if possible I want to avoid the rush hour
traffic if possible.
A: do you know how to lose weight? B: I’m not too sure, but I’ll go to the gym if possible. A: yeah,
but it costs a lot of money.
112 for ages
For ages =for a long time
I have been knocking away for ages, but nobody has answered the door.
I haven’t eaten meat for ages.
A: hi, Lily, I haven’t seen you
for ages, how have you been? B: well, good, you? A: I’m doing pretty well.
111 in a word
In conclusion/sum
In a word, we must leave right now.
In a word, they can do everything they like with money.
A: how’s your new boyfriend? B: well, he’s tall, handsome and gentle. A: wow, that’s good. B:
in a word, he’s my cup of tea.
110 have a habit of
He had a habit of eating fingers while reading.
I have a habit of taking a walk after supper.
A: where is Lily? B: she is in the wash room. A: what? Everybody’s dancing, why is she in the wash room? B: she has a habit of hiding in the wash room while there are a lot of people around her.
109 I’m flattered
I’m flattered , but I can’t.
it’s very sweet of you though.
I’m flattered that you asked, but I’m not ready to start a relationship right now.
A: you’re the most beautiful girl in the world. B: I’m flattered.
108 blow hot and cold
Mary blows hot and cold about her job; every day she changes her mind.
He tends to blow hot and cold.
A: look, the girl is so beautiful and she is smiling at me. B: she is so lovely. A: I can’t agree with you. She’s pretty, but she always blows hot and cold.
107 don’t get me wrong
Don’t get me wrong, but you look awful.
Don’t get me wrong, I’d love to work with you.
A: do you really hate my shoes? B: don’t get me wrong. I think they’re ok.
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