... general, invitation
and rejecting invitation in English and Vietnamese in particular.
Chapter II gives the ways of rejecting invitation in English and
Vietnamese and the differences and similarities ... similarities and differences in using refusal
of invitation in English and Vietnamese.
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{3}a. Move out of the way!
b. Do you have to stand in front of the TV?...
...
Burning question
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A bit much
If ...
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Death of a thousand cuts
If something is suffering the death of a thousand cuts, or death by a thousand...
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Argue the toss
(UK) If you argue the toss, you refuse to accept a decision and argue about it.
Arm and a leg
If something ... end.
Climb on the bandwagon
When people climb on the bandwagon they do something because it is popular and everyone else is doing it.
Close at hand
If something is close at hand,...
... BACKGROUND
1 .Idioms in English
1.1. Definition of idioms
1.2. Features of idioms
2.Proverbs in English
2.1. Definition of idioms
2.2. Features of idioms
3.Distinction between English idioms and ...
4.Role of idioms and proverbs in life
CHAPTER II: ENGLISH IDIOMS AND PROVERBS EXPRESSING
HUMAN FEELINGS AND EMOTIONS
2.1.Overview on English idioms a...
... LEARN ENGLISH
IDIOMS AND PROVERBS
Each language has its own idioms and proverbs. They are the quintessence of
the language and contribute to the colour of the language.
It is the idioms and ... caused by food and drinks customs 19
3.8. The influence caused by pets 20
CHAPTER II: THE STUDY ON TECHNIQUES TO LEARN ENGLISH
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1. Studying Engl...
... hurt himself
he injured himself
he made a bad mistake for himself
he damaged his body
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Send the right message
1. This sort ... sorry I can't follow that, run that past me again.
explain that once more
hurry up
try and catch me up
come across
6. Keep your spirits up, it may not be as bad as you think....
... area
into safety
away from danger
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Up to his ears
1. He's up to his ears in work and cannot possibly see you
now.
... through her hat and refused
to accept a word of what she said.
talking sense
talking straight
2. If you give me a hand, then I shall be able to finish more
quickly.
take my hand...
... sorry I can't follow that, run that past me again.
explain that once more
hurry up
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Send the right message
1. This ... opening
are exposing
3. I hear what you are saying but I don't agree with you.
I understand what you mean
I believe your words
I am able to catch your words
I think you are ri...