Learn to Speak English. Асафова Г.К - 40 стр.

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IV. IDIOMS
Think Twice before Doing Something
(to think about something more thoroughly)
I don’t think that going by plane in such weather is a good idea. I would think
twice before buying the tickets.
At the Drop of a Hat
(without delay or good reason)
These days Russian visas are issued at the drop of a hat.
Fire in the (or one’s) Belly
(a powerful sense of ambition or determination)
There’s no fire in the belly, no sense of urgency.
Take a Flyer
(take a chance)
I know it’s extremely difficult, but you can take a flyer at least.
V. USEFUL EXPRESSIONS
Going by plane
How do I get to the airport?
What’s the plane schedule from ... to ... ?
I’d like to make a round trip reservation
One ticket for the 6 p.m. plane for ...
Where can I buy a ticket for the shuttle flight?
What time do I have to be at the airport?
Where’s the check-in desk?
Where can I leave my luggage?
How much luggage is allowed free of charge?
Has the boarding time been announced?
Which direction is gate number ...?
When’s our plane taking off?
What’s the departure time for flight number ...?
When does the plane for ... take off?
When does the next plane leave for ...?
How long is the flight?
How long is the flight to ...?
Is this a non-stop (direct) flight?
Where does the plane stop on the way?
At what time does the plane arrive in ...?
What’s the arrival time at ...?
What airport will we arrive at?