Английский язык. Иваненко Т.И. - 32 стр.

     Example Do you need a machine that is completely portable?
     We need a machine that is completely portable, small,
lightweight; small enough to fit into the palm of a hand or a coat
pocket, but powerful enough to compete with a full – size model. We
are looking for something that is visually attractive; either a glossy
finish in a bright colour, or matt – black. It’s got to be tough, tough
enough to stand up to constant use, and the controls must be covered
up or protected. It will have to be adaptable for use in different tem-
peratures and with both batteries and an electrical current supply. As
you know, the current varies from country to country so an adaptor
plug will have to be supplied. We require a first delivery of about
five thousand and want it as soon as possible …

    Beyond the dictionary
    Get a foot in the door – сделать первый шаг (на поприще),
зацепиться, внедриться (начать работать)
    Get back on one’s feet – снова встать на ноги, обрести поч-
ву под ногами
    Get into the swing of smth. – войти в курс дела, освоиться
    Get through – соединиться, дозвониться
    Give the axe – зарубить план, идею
    Go far – далеко пойти, пойти в гору (добиться успеха)
    Go through channels – пройти все инстанции

    EXERCISE 6. Fill in the gaps with the phrases above.
    I was quite … things when they transferred me to another de-
partment.
    I know it’s a good company. I just want to … and with any
luck I can work my way up.
    My parents helped me a lot when I lost my job. I’m glad
I’m … now.
    My research project was the first thing to be … when the new
boss arrived.
    He is a very determined young man. I am sure he will …
    You’ll never get anywhere in this firm unless you…
    I am trying to call London but I can’t…


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