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Common sentences used by native speakers

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The sentences below are commonly used by native speakers, so non-native speakers of English can make full use of their speeches in their daily English conversation I just have to stop off ( to visit or stay at a place briefly when you are going somewhere else ) in the bathroom Shona : " Jeannie, may I use your bathroom ? " Jeannie : Go ahead, but make it snappy, okay ? ( to tell someone that you want them to something immediately and to it quickly ) You should have heard the fuss my mom kicked up ! And could I have a long-sleeved jacket this time ? The short-sleeved ones are so babyish Sorry, I am terrible with names ! If it's any consolation, Mom yells the most at the students she thinks are the best I guess I'm grinning because Jeannie didn't holler very much for a change Hugh MacKendrick is a real slave driver He's so cute that it's a shame he's not nicer even though Hugh is obviously out of my league.( to be too good or too expensive for you ) The championship doesn't have to be Oh, Shona You are such a party pooper ( someone who spoils other people's enjoyment by disapproving of or not taking part in a particular activity ) You could if you put your mind to it I saw them going into that pizza parlor on Austin Street Are they dating ? hoping she didn't sound too breathless I thought it might brighten up my practices Well, we're just starting out, so we foul up sometimes Don't you need a jacket or anything ? It's freezing out Hugh : And here you are spending your coffee break with another Highland dancer Shona : But that's by choice If you keep working on it hard, I think you have a real shot at it this year, But I haven't been very up front about - somebody else maybe he just wants more people to fill out the audience, but I am dying to go I'll call you later about Friday night, OK ? You'd think I was planning to pull an all-nighter or something she was speechless with delight I don't want to gush or anything, but well, you are great You should come jam with us sometime Bye, Mom don't wait up This girl definitely has taste It's not fair, MacKendrick You always hog all quality women This round's on me You can get the next one if you want Myles seemed to be a big hit with all the girls Last Sunday I wanted to kiss you too, but I was afraid that if I did, you'd think I was being fresh ( being too confident and showing a lack of respect, or showing by your actions or words that you want to have sex with someone ) savoring ( to enjoy food or an experience slowly, in order to appreciate it as much as possible ) the memory of Hugh's kisses I was a total wreck ( A person who is physically or mentally broken down or worn out ) that day I thought maybe you had an ulterior motive So you saw through my diabolical plot, uh ? I understand you have a pretty good shot at that second runner-up again Shona has an even better shot at winning first place, Aynsley, so you'd better be on your toes Hugh let out a whoop of laughter It's a lot of hard work and everything, but I really love it You can't risk it, not with the championships so close Finally they nodded their heads in unison I wish you two wouldn't holler at me like that It's awfully embarassing when I'm with a guy You better win that championship just to make up for all this neglect Have you got your hooks into John Powell yet ? Mom, you weren't supposed to let on, I wanted to surprise her You're really starting to show a lot of poise, Pair that with poise, and in my opinion you've got Aynsley beat She's still on my case for coming home late the last couple of times we went out You'll have a whole week to rest up for it I fell on the way home, I didn't damage anything vital, but I feel kind of achy Will you please stop channel-hopping In answer to her parents' worried questions, she confessed that she and Hugh had broken up I'm just picking up a pair of panty hose would you believe every pair I own has a run ( a long vertical hole in tights and stockings ) I bet she's planning on making a big play for him tonight at Cathy Davidson's very exclusively party Now that Hugh's available, she'll probably be all over him, trying to catch him on the rebound I don't like any of these dresses, they're really tacky ( of cheap quality or in bad style ) you should have seen him tripping all over his feet He simply couldn't keep time with the music Afterward she ran some errands for her mother, then spent the rest of the day working on an English paper, doing household chores, and listening for the phone Vandals is a new teen club that just opened up You're not much of a talker, are you ? Kim : I thought he'd be a refreshing change from you-know-who Shona : ' Refreshing ' is hardly the word for it Can't you put a smile on your face and make the best of it for tonight ? I was feeling kind of lonely and mixed up Her legs felt rubbery ( weak ) as she climbed the stairs, as if You're not still moping about Hugh, are you ? He's bound to be there, whether he wants to come or not Jeannie and Christina wouldn't let him wimp out ( to decide not to something because you are too frightened ) Ok that's enough play-by-play ( A detailed commentary of an event as it unfolds ), I don't want to know what happens next ! Are you two up to joining me ? Aynsley was talking a blue streak ( to talk quickly and without stopping ) , but Hugh didn't seem to be paying much attention I can't believe she actually got him up on his feet I think I just saw him heading for the refreshment stand Your father just threw his back out ( to injure one's back in some way ) on the dancer floor I told you I was a rotten dancer Shona raced to the kitchen on tiptoe I know I should have called you, but I guess my pride got in the way I was so wrapped up in how important the championship is to me that I didn't spare a thought for how important your gig was to you You'll need to be well rested for the competition tomorrow I'm just beginning to recuperate from an overdose of it You absolutely sparkled up there onstage Oh please, you're going to give me a swelled head She knew she stood a better chance of winning the championship since her chief competitor wasn't in top form Today's competition would determine whether she was a champion Highland dncer or just an also-ran ( someone in a competition who is unlikely to well or who has failed ) If you don't want me to coach you for the nationals, I won't Mark was definitely up to no good Spare me the details, please He may be poetry in motion on the basketball court, You actually laid bets on whether or not Collete would go out with Gary ? No, I refuse to have anything to with this tacky scheme of yours Beth : If he asked one of you to the prom, would you go ? Audrey : Hmmmm That's a tough call ( a difficult decision to make ) He had a short attention span, and it didn't take much to distract him Mark said you could get me in shape for the prom Gary just needs some pointers on how to get his girl Unfortunately, my brother was wise to my tactics I am going to drag you into my family squabbles I don't know exactly what weakened my resolve In a world full of guys all trying to act super cool, Gary's total lack of pretension was a refreshing change Gary had never struck me as any kind of a genius, but since I was barely squeaking by with C's, I couldn't afford to be choosy I put the car in reverse instead of forward The only trouble is, she's so beautiful that I get all choked up and can't think of anything to say those guys usually had other attributes that made up for their shortcomings, like style or charisma when she drew up even with me, I nodded for Gary to make his move Yes, lately it seems as if we've been having weather every day Mark's bed was unmade, I think I am beginning to catch on your room is a health hazard they were made for durability, not style You're in for the surprise of your life I am terrible at algebra I'll keep him in mind, if I ever get desperate It might be best to level with him right away How you know you're not setting him up for a bigger disappointment later on Guys just aren't sensitive about that sort of thing Until I paid him off, I'd have to continue with Gary's tutoring I look quickly away, confused by my reaction to his nearness My nervousness grew with every passing minute Whenever there is work to be done, my brother has a habit of disappearing Colette's already gotten her hooks into him If Gary was willing to shell out that kind of money for a trial run, he must have high hopes for prom night I can tell you've a lot of experience bossing guys around The rest of the evening seemed sort of anti-climatic after all we'd been through I was quiet during the drive home, you both handled the situation with a lot of maturity to tell you the truth, this wasn't my first brush with the law Gary is prime-time in love with her I couldn't hold it in any longer I'll pay off your debt to Mark, and you can make the rest of the payments to me Beth, you mind if we have another look at that sale rack I just had a sudden urge to buy a party dress She's away for the weekend Colette is his for the asking All my fighting spirit faded away at the sight of her He's probably just bashful Gary's still not used to being the center of attention Gary looked just as good up close as he had from a distance I hate disappoint you, but I am claiming all of Gary's slow dances Eddie's thinking of asking your friend Jan to the prom, and he wants to know if you'd put in a good word for him Now a new fear gripped me I was just about to give up in despair, As she hurried off to so, I pasted on a smile and tried to exude a confidence I didn't really feel I felt myself blushing I was scared half to death I bet you wear contacts B J was the jealous type Scott : There's my ride I've got to go Nice meeting you, Scott Tralain : Same here Guess I will be seeing you around B J's jealousy was also pretty hard to take I'm just tired Dad ran me ragged ( make them a lot of work ) today Since I had everything worked out in my mind, it didn't take long to make my list I never laid eyes on Scott until today If I were you, I'd steer clear of ( to try to avoid someone or something unpleasant or difficult ) Scott Tyson I'll call B J and he'll be here in a flash I blew a loud blast on my whistle Mind if I volunteer ? I didn't mean to upstage ( to something that takes people's attention away from someone else who is more important ) you I just thought you could use a little help During the rest of that week at Camp Merrywood, I didn't feel nearly as hassled We never went anywhere fancy, That's an ugly rumor I am afraid he'll be really crushed, if I don't come to his party In that case, my first suggestion still stands so I left a message with his mother You'd better hustle downstairs Tralain, I will be along in a minute the former owners were tennis freaks who played day and night, what you say ? I don't know how much competition I'll be able to give you I beat you fair and square, Tyson Admit it ! Besides, I couldn't really bring myself to believe it you already have a boyfriend so I figured either you'd turn me down or he'd beat me up Can I see you again ? I have some time off on Saturday I threw on a robe over my shortie pyjamas I think it's pretty low-down of you ( dishonest, unkind ) to make up that story you could go out with Scott behind my back You're as hooked on Tyson as he is on drugs Where you get off,( to tell someone that they are asking you for too much or are behaving in a way you will not accept ) bad mouthing Scott when all you have to go on is gossip ? Can't you see how cruel that is ? I'd been bored with B J for a long time, but hadn't had the courage to break up with him until he forced the issue the thought of spending an entire day with him gave me a lift all through the rest of the week we both sang along with the music for a while My legs are kind of cramped from sitting in the van for so long Tralain : After the way you beat me at tennis Monday night, I thought you were in great shape Scott : I am, but I never said I run marathons ! Tralain : I am kind of winded too although he didn't seem to be breathing hard I am just going to show Tralain around, and then we're off The place smelled strongly of fish Are you still hungry, Tralain ? Those sandwiches are pretty skimpy Get off my case, will you, Dad, ? I am seventeen years old, not seven I hoped my parents wouldn't have a fit when they saw how skimpy the outfit was I was almost deafened by rock music blaring at top volume from the speakers I asked as soon as Jill was out of earshot but I'd feel like a freak if I dressed this way all the time I didn't mean to get you all upset But seriously, Nik, a lot of guys go for that kind of look It's very special to me because you inspired it You're loaded with talent, Nikki, but you won't get anywhere until you bring your material up to date You want me to butt out and leave you alone, is that it ? Cool, it's settled then It was obvious that I had been right about Scott's feelings for me Every night I cried myself to sleep What had he been about to say ? for the next hour I actually forgot my troubles Today's schedule was pretty light, You should let him know you're willing to meet him halfway I am afraid I am fresh out of answers You've to figure that one out all by yourself I felt the adrenaline surging through me I hate to back out on you guys, but you'll have to give me a rain check I wanted so much to make up with him What good would that ? It's damaging to her ego It was impossible to shut him out of my mind completely I stood there in a daze All of a sudden I ran smack into someone She said I was a control freak who always had to have things my way I did a lot of thinking over this past weekend I promise I won't butt in I make you a small proposition ( an offer or suggestion ) Samantha, you are too young to be so cynical ( unwilling to believe that people have good, honest, or sincere reasons for doing something ) It's rained every day for a week The whole thing gave her a huge headache She's so good with kids You're gorgeous, smart and talented What's to stop you It's just that sometimes I wonder if an education might not be a good thing She was soaking wet, He's actually really nice about it Sometimes she wondered whether she was missing some essential experience and would end up sorry years from now Sam's feelings were a mass of confusion, Allie had cut her hair a while back, We're totally on the cutting edge of music You left the kitchen a mess Since when you get to make the rules ? She wondered if she'd overstepped her bounds Darcy was as tall as Sam but had a fuller build Better it quick ! the salesgirl said as she walked over to them There's a hookup to each store's computer Sometimes I get flashes about things, and other times I am just a total blank Whew, it's still pouring out !!! She loathed Diana even more than Sam did I was sitting right by Graham, and he loved it Everything had worked out so perfectly, she had to pinch herself to believe that it was all real It must be ten stories tall in here, she thought, staring straight up Emma was impressed by the luxury It's not as easy as those books made it sound She was completely absorbed in the book when a shadow fell over her He had brown hair cut short in the back and long in the front England's such a total bore in the summer You are all talk, no action That color is great with your tan, you look sensational Geoffrey was off on an endless story about That was genius Emma and Carrie exchanged looks is that too difficult for you to grasp his face lighting up with pleasure when he saw her we are an excellent match, no ? She'd soon put a stop to that I was cast in this new play, " exhaling darkness " Therefore it doesn't count, no matter what you Valerie and I have parted ways Emma found it hard to overcome the reality of the situation It will help assuage his massive guilt about me Sam, Carrie and I didn't bring formal wear, I've got a hell of a headache all of a sudden I am going for low return, higher probability Carrie was just conservative by nature She placed another bet on the table That gown is splendid on you I think you would find it amusing I don't want to sit at your side and bring you luck I watched you lose a bundle, it can happen to anyone If you keep playing, your luck will change, it's just the odds, you know It was all the money she had managed to save from her job Panic welled up inside her I have totally messed up this time Do you think a man like me must pay to have his way with a woman You insult me with your insinuation Jean-Claude took a deep breath and seemed to regain his composure ( become calm after feeling angry or upset ) He's a decent sort, and he's usually very generous Not that friendly, if you catch my drift ( understand the general meaning ) A man like Jean-Claude is used to getting his way she turned around for a parting shot ( something you say as you are leaving ) It seems one of them has taken a liking to you You should feel honored, he even didn't that for Jodie Foster You'll find your spot one day You don't seem exactly thrilled to see me Anger welled up in Emma Problems I'm too chicken to tell my two best friends about How late did you stay out last night Have you heard from Susan ? I would really like it if you would just leave me alone I have a score ( settle a score to something to harm or hurt someone who has harmed or hurt you in the past ) to settle with your little friend This is so sudden You're a lifesaver But the show is in fine taste, I even bring my grandbabies to see it She and Emma made their way out the stage door and into the hall all the awful feelings came rushing back let get some really fattening stuff I've done a million dumb things myself Now, that's what I call a leading question ( a question that deliberately tricks someone into giving the answer you want ) It was completely unreal to you, though Appearances can be deceiving How can I face myself Look at it this way, everything here is a big fantasy None of it is real, so it doesn't count I resent her for giving me up for adoption You came through for me with flying colors ( come through with sth to give people something important, especially when they have been worried that you would not produce it in time ) But the gift, that's something you were born with, in the genes Oh, so you think that makes it okay ? I wish I had that moment on videotape I really can anything I set my mind to Tragically, Belinda died two short years later from bone cancer It's no biggie Darcy sensed she didn't want to hurt her feelings Darcy reminded herself, giving herself a mental shake When are you going to graduate and earn your keep (=do things in return for the things that are huh, little one provided for you), Marianne : I know you need that money infinitely ( very much ) more than I Darcy : I'll get by ( to have enough money to buy the things you need, but no more ) She turned on her heel to head back to her large circle of friends and family You looked really weird there for a moment I knew there was just no way that I was going to pull off anything spectacular I just couldn't seem to get the hang of it at all she's the one who conned me into signing up for the class Patty is always sunny and easygoing, while I'm more moody and sensitive I like to style in different funky ways I have very long legs, which makes me look athletic even though I have two left feet It took a while for me to pull myself together Tell me, have you played a lot of sports ? I thought all this physical-fitness stuff was highly overrated My parents agreed with me on that sometimes a person forms an image of herself that turns into a self-fulfilling prophecy I think you have all the makings of an athlete The tone of my voice hadn't registered with Patty, just the words Her thoughts were still centered on Blair You're crazy ! What could be more fun than dancing up a storm ? I'd like to get in a dance before the band takes a break The noise began to die down Ms Werner's voice broke into my thoughts I just know you're going to be thrilled by your weekend at Massequot on a whitewater rafting adventure ! as if I were frozen to the spot a feeling of absolute dread washed over me What on earth had I gotten myself into ? I was pretty tempted myself, even though I was scared to death Still, it might be worth risking life and limb if I could be rescued from the rapids by a guy like that I waved my hand frantically to shut her up and said into the receiver I almost choked it out All my fears came flooding back Robby's voice was breezy and warm You are a guide ? Patty sized her up, obviously impressed Yes, that's perfect What did I tell you - You're a natural I must have looked apprehensive because Robby leaned over to me I have heard of out-of-body experiences when you die They were terrific on the basketball court or baseball diamond He turned and smiled at me, making my knees go all wobbly Maybe Merilee thought we were sneaking off for some romantic rendezvous I've never quit on anything I knew I could But there are somethings I know I can't do, and that's where I draw the line ! You may not think of yourself as an athlete, but you've got potential Come on I know you can handle it Beside, you've already had your initiation It was a perfect day to be outdoors They roll up the sidewalks when the sun goes down Robby : We all grew up watching television and those tunes kind of sink into your head after a while Gale : That's true, but you seem to have total recall I am not gifted that way, unfortunately I had to study like mad in high school to keep my average up I graduated high school a little early This was getting more impressive by the minute Instead of being a dumb jock Robby was obviously a real brain but I sure am developing a competitive streak he gave me an approving smile that made me tingle I know he really loves me, so I try to ignore it when he plays up to other girls I'd wised up, I wasn't going to let him make a fool of me anymore Come on, Robby, be a sport Don't you have a conscience There was a sharp pain in my shoulder and a stinging sensation on my right cheek, but that was the least of my worries the sky had cleared and the sun was shining brightly, drying our wet clothing So I guess that means you think I'm a total slimeball All things considered, this had been the most exciting weekend of my life How I wished I could skate with the self-assurance he possessed ! My eyes shot daggers at him while we finished our breakfast, I haven't thought that far ahead yet Karen : Plan ? What plan ? Lindsey : The one you said you were going to think up for me ? Good things come in small packages Karen gave me a startled look Paul eased the car through the parking lot and out into the traffic I hoped he was going to say something thrilling I knew I was head over heels in love with Paul Taylor Girls don't have to sit around anymore waiting for guys to ask them out Would you by any chance want to go to the Winter Formal with me, Lindsey ? I knew it was only a matter of time before he got up the courage to ask me out Please, Karen, give me a break! I don't need you getting all philosophical on me Let's go get some ice cream! And while we are pigging out, we'll talk about the way to ask Paul to the dance I stole a sideways glance at Becky, noticing how engrossed she seemed to be in what Paul was saying Suddenly a gust of wind seized the door behind me, and slammed it shut I had actually worked up the nerve to ask Paul Taylor to the dance But he's the one who asked you for a date, remember All you're doing is accepting, no strings attached The next two weeks flew by in a blur After we buckled our seat belts, I eased out into the traffic and changed lanes carefully At least, your car doesn't look badly damaged But the car behind you really sure took the beating Your father's taken the car to get some repair estimates for the insurance company Aside from everything else, it does throw some slight kink into our production I wondered what I had gotten myself into Karen held up her hand in defeat They looked so close and cozy, as if they were sharing an intimate secret I am sure Paul's sorry for getting a little short-tempered Tickets are selling at a good rate, the proceeds going to a local charity I realised that for the first time we had made it through the entire scene without a hitch But you have to admit the way you treated him was pretty crummy Being on the ice gave me a sense of accomplishment and self-worth I was too wrapped up in my own thoughts I was so thrilled by his praise that I was speechless My head was spinning It's so hard for me to open up to a guy about my feelings, I knew it was rotten to use Trent like that, he's an awfully nice guy Tiffany figures it's the only explanation for why you're not swooning over her I didn't mean to be nosy It's none of my business I know you don't like to be gossiped about, but it's too late Everyone's already buzzing You've worked hard to build a career don't throw it away on a whim You know as well as I that Reeves is in a sweat about the competition from the Post Let's talk this through What set you off this time ? She had a falling-out with old man Reeves Too bad Portia's such a nasty piece of work if you should be the teensy, weensiest bit late I'll wait up for you He doesn't have any claim on me the lenses appeared to be clear and nonprescriptive And Robert's a perfect gentleman it's not like he's some bum I picked up on the street I feel out of element ( to be unhappy and feel uncomfortable in a particular situation ) Just be yourself and you'll charm the pants off all of them It would be heaven if we could always be together They had to return to reality and face it head-on, whether they wanted to or not Bruce could talk things out with Greg and the other guy, they could work out a compromise It's as if they've undergone complete personality transplants "Elizabeth isn't an easy act to follow She makes being good seem so easy I don't trust her, Liz There's something about the way she looks at a person, as if she's searching for a weak spot to sink her teeth into Some of the guys were beginning to wonder whether or not you were going to show I told them you'd never wimp out on us I think Rosie hides behind that tough exterior because she's shy She seems so withdrawn and I don't know how to reach her And maybe his girlfriend wouldn't go postal ( go crazy ) when she heard they were partners I'm going to have it out ( settle decisively ) with that girl once and for all Liz, I've been hurt too many times in my life, and I'm not setting myself up for that again I guess I'm still steaming over the way Erica has been treating us One minute you're happy then you're crying then you're screaming your head off at me Olivia is totally clueless when it comes to fighting dirty There was a cold edge in her voice that made him suspicious Now all I have to is apologize to him for flipping out on him last night That's probably why he's not here this morning he's avoiding me until he works up the nerve to tell me it's over He seemed to be easy-going and friendly, and he got along with everyone don't you go acting all high and mighty with me I know what you did You're no better than anyone else I wanted to talk to you, but I felt like such a jerk I couldn't get up the nerve to call you I was so turned around I didn't know who my friends were anymore Actually, it's really hard work I don't think I could hack it myself It takes a lot of guts Every time we this there's something missing ! You guys must have your brains in a permanent airlock I just love running on the beach I feel so in tune with life Most boys turned to jelly the minute Jessica turned her blue-green eyes on them I think you could whatever you set your mind to Todd, I had no idea you were so handy in the kitchen ! I'll be delighted to wait on you both hand and foot Are you on weird pills, Liz ? You're not making a whole lot of sense I know the real thing's a long way off, but maybe we could start practicing Once you got beyond appearances, however, it was easy to tell them apart Yep, we got off to a rough start this afternoon, but we're on track now You were the one who was all fired up to come here ... thing Until I paid him off, I''d have to continue with Gary''s tutoring I look quickly away, confused by my reaction to his nearness My nervousness grew with every passing minute Whenever there is... Confused, she tried to sort out her feelings But somehow, the emotional tug was no longer there Sally : But you two fight like cats and dogs Marty : Yeah, well, It''s all a front, ( to be used. .. want him to me any favors, He''d only used her to make Lila jealous and now he was using DC to get back into the good graces ( to be liked and approved by someone at a particular time ) of that

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