Colocation in use Lesson 11-12 24.08.2026

Gain power /ɡeɪn ˈpaʊə(r)/

Example: The new political party worked hard to gain power through democratic elections.

Meaning: To acquire political control, authority, or influence over a country or group.
Перевод: Получить / захватить власть.

Gain control /ɡeɪn kənˈtrəʊl/

Example: The pilot managed to gain control of the aircraft after severe turbulence.

Meaning: To take charge or management of a situation, process, or territory.
Перевод: Получить контроль.

Gain access /ɡeɪn ˈækses/

Example: You need a special security badge to gain access to the server room.

Meaning: To succeed in entering a place, or obtaining permission to use something.
Перевод: Получить доступ.

Gain a reputation /ɡeɪn ə ˌrepjuˈteɪʃn/

Example: The restaurant has gained a reputation for serving exceptional local seafood.

Meaning: To become known or recognized for a particular quality or skill.
Перевод: Завоевать репутацию.

Gain publicity /ɡeɪn pʌbˈlɪsəti/

Example: The startup launched a creative marketing campaign to gain publicity.

Meaning: To attract public attention, media coverage, or notice.
Перевод: Получить известность / огласку.

Gain recognition /ɡeɪn ˌrekəɡˈnɪʃn/

Example: Her research paper on data analytics began to gain recognition globally.

Meaning: To receive formal acknowledgment, appreciation, or validation for achievements.
Перевод: Получить признание.

Gain an advantage /ɡeɪn ən ədˈvɑːntɪdʒ/

Example: Early preparation helps students gain an advantage during exams.

Meaning: To put oneself in a superior or more favorable position compared to others.
Перевод: Получить преимущество.

Win an award /wɪn ən əˈwɔːd/

Example: The independent film managed to win an award at the international festival.

Meaning: To receive a prize or certificate for excellence in a competition or field.
Перевод: Выиграть награду / премию.

Win a prize /wɪn ə praɪz/

Example: She was thrilled to win a prize in the local writing competition.

Meaning: To be successful in a contest or lottery and receive a reward.
Перевод: Выиграть приз.

Win a medal /wɪn ə ˈmedl/

Example: The athlete trained for four years to win a medal at the Olympics.

Meaning: To earn a metallic token of honor for coming first, second, or third in a sports event.
Перевод: Завоевать медаль.

Win a match /wɪn ə mætʃ/

Example: Our team played brilliantly and managed to win the match in the final minutes.

Meaning: To be the victorious side in a sports game or competition.
Перевод: Выиграть матч.

Win a battle /wɪn ə ˈbætl/

Example: Winning a battle does not automatically mean winning the entire war.

Meaning: To defeat an adversary in a specific military engagement or conflict.
Перевод: Выиграть битву.

Win a war /wɪn ə wɔː(r)/

Example: Allied forces combined their resources to win the war.

Meaning: To achieve ultimate victory in a prolonged armed conflict between nations or groups.
Перевод: Победить в войне.

Win an election /wɪn ən ɪˈlekʃn/

Example: The candidate traveled across the country to win the presidential election.

Meaning: To receive the majority of votes in a political contest.
Перевод: Победить на выборах.

Earn a salary /ɜːn ə ˈsæləri/

Example: Junior data analysts usually earn a competitive starting salary.

Meaning: To receive regular financial compensation for employment.
Перевод: Получать / зарабатывать зарплату.

Earn money /ɜːn ˈmʌni/

Example: He takes on freelance projects on weekends to earn extra money.

Meaning: To get cash or income in exchange for labor, services, or investments.
Перевод: Зарабатывать деньги.

Make a profit /meɪk ə ˈprɒfɪt/

Example: The small business managed to make a profit in its first year of operation.

Meaning: To gain financial financial surplus when total revenue exceeds expenses.
Перевод: Извлекать / получать прибыль.

Make money /meɪk ˈmʌni/

Example: It takes time and strategic planning to make money in e-commerce.

Meaning: To generate income or accumulate wealth through business or enterprise.
Перевод: Делать / зарабатывать деньги.

Achieve success /əˈtʃiːv səkˈses/

Example: Consistency and hard work are essential factors if you want to achieve success.

Meaning: To reach a desired outcome or accomplish a major objective.
Перевод: Добиться успеха.

Achieve your goals /əˈtʃiːv jɔː(r) ɡəʊlz/

Example: Writing down a clear plan helps you achieve your goals much faster.

Meaning: To successfully reach targets or objectives that you have set for yourself.
Перевод: Достигнуть своих целей.

Achieve your aims /əˈtʃiːv jɔː(r) eɪmz/

Example: The marketing strategy was adjusted to help the company achieve its aims.

Meaning: To fulfill your intended purposes or planned targets.
Перевод: Достигнуть своих целей / задач.

Beat a team / an opponent /biːt ə tiːm / ən əˈpəʊnənt/

Example: They had to work hard to beat the reigning champions in the semi-finals.

Meaning: To win against a specific rival competitor or group in a game or contest.
Перевод: Обыграть команду / соперника.

Defeat a team / an opponent /dɪˈfiːt ə tiːm / ən əˈpəʊnənt/

Example: The knight managed to defeat his opponent in the duel.

Meaning: To successfully win against an enemy or opponent in battle, politics, or sports.
Перевод: Нанести поражение / победить команду или противника.

Take warm clothes /teɪk wɔːm kləʊðz/

Example: Make sure to take warm clothes because temperatures drop significantly at night.

Meaning: To bring appropriate apparel with you when traveling or going outside into cold weather.
Перевод: Брать с собой теплую одежду.

Carry a mobile phone /ˈkæri ə ˈməʊbaɪl fəʊn/

Example: Most people carry a mobile phone wherever they go nowadays.

Meaning: To have a telephone device on your person as you move around.
Перевод: Носить с собой мобильный телефон.

Wear a hat /weə(r) ə hæt/

Example: It is wise to wear a hat to protect your face from the strong midday sun.

Meaning: To have a head covering placed on your head as an item of dress.
Перевод: Носить головной убор / шляпу.

Carry a bag /ˈkæri ə bæɡ/

Example: She offered to carry a bag for her grandmother at the grocery store.

Meaning: To hold or support a handbag, backpack, or sack while transporting it from place to place.
Перевод: Нести сумку.

Wear a dress /weə(r) ə dres/

Example: She decided to wear a silk dress to the evening reception.

Meaning: To have a one-piece women's garment on your body as clothing.
Перевод: Носить платье.

Use a laptop /juːz ə ˈlæptɒp/

Example: I prefer to use a laptop at my desk when writing code or reports.

Meaning: To operate a portable personal computer for work, study, or entertainment.
Перевод: Работать за ноутбуком / использовать ноутбук.

Spend time /spend taɪm/

Example: I like to spend time reading detective novels on weekends.

Meaning: To pass a duration of time doing a specific activity or in a particular place.
Перевод: Проводить / тратить время.

Spend money /spend ˈmʌni/

Example: Try to budget carefully before you spend money on unnecessary gadgets.

Meaning: To pay out cash or funds to buy goods, services, or investments.
Перевод: Тратить деньги.

Have ambitions /hæv æmˈbɪʃnz/

Example: Young data analysts who have ambitions often study advanced Python and machine learning on their own.

Meaning: To have a strong desire and determination to achieve success, power, or a specific goal.
Перевод: Иметь амбиции / стремиться к чему-то великому.

Have goals /hæv ɡəʊlz/

Example: It is much easier to succeed in your career when you have goals and a structured plan.

Meaning: To possess clear objectives or targets that you aim to accomplish in the future.
Перевод: Иметь цели / ставить перед собой задачи.

Win a gold medal /wɪn ə ɡəʊld ˈmedl/

Example: The hardworking athlete trained for years just to win a gold medal at the championship.

Meaning: To finish first in a sports competition or tournament and receive the highest metallic prize.
Перевод: Завоевать золотую медаль.

Have a good salary /hæv ə ɡʊd ˈsæləri/

Example: Highly skilled programmers and data engineers usually have a good salary in major tech companies.

Meaning: To receive a high or very fair regular financial compensation for your work.
Перевод: Иметь хорошую зарплату.

Get a new job /ɡet ə njuː dʒɒb/

Example: After completing her training courses, she managed to get a new job as a junior analyst.

Meaning: To successfully find and start working in a different professional position or employment.
Перевод: Получить новую работу / устроиться на новую работу.

Pass a week sightseeing /pɑːs ə wiːk ˈsaɪtsiːɪŋ/

Example: They decided to pass a week sightseeing in Rome before returning home.

Meaning: To spend a week traveling around a new place visiting places of interest.
Перевод: Провести неделю за осмотром достопримечательностей.

Fulfill / achieve a lifelong ambition /fʊlˈfɪl / əˈtʃiːv ə ˈlaɪflɒŋ æmˈbɪʃn/

Example: Traveling across Latin America to explore local cultures helped him fulfill a lifelong ambition.

Meaning: To successfully accomplish a major dream or goal that you have held for your entire life.
Перевод: Исполнить / реализовать мечту всей жизни.

Lose an election /luːz ən ɪˈlekʃn/

Example: The incumbent mayor was disappointed to lose an election after serving two terms.

Meaning: To fail to receive enough votes to win a political contest or position.
Перевод: Проиграть выборы.

Lose control /luːz kənˈtrəʊl/

Example: The driver tried to brake on the icy road, but suddenly began to lose control of the car.

Meaning: To become unable to manage your actions, emotions, or a physical situation.
Перевод: Потерять контроль.

Be defeated in a match /bi dɪˈfiːtɪd ɪn ə mætʃ/

Example: Despite playing well in the first half, the team happened to be defeated in a match.

Meaning: To lose against an opponent in a sports game or competition.
Перевод: Потерпеть поражение в матче.

Make a loss /meɪk ə lɒs/

Example: Due to poor sales and high expenses, the small shop started to make a loss every month.

Meaning: Of a business or financial venture, to spend more money than it earns (the opposite of make a profit).
Перевод: Понести убытки / работать в убыток.

Win a trophy /wɪn ə ˈtrəʊfi/

Example: The captain lifted the cup high after helping his team win a trophy.

Meaning: To earn a decorative cup, plaque, or statuette awarded as a prize for winning a tournament or contest.
Перевод: Выиграть трофей / кубок.

Sunny day /ˈsʌni deɪ/

Example: We decided to spend the sunny day walking by the lake.

Meaning: A meteorological day with bright sunlight and clear skies.
Перевод: Солнечный день.

Sunny smile /ˈsʌni smaɪl/

Example: She greeted everyone at the office with a sunny smile.

Meaning: A bright, warm, and cheerful smile that lights up someone's face.
Перевод: Сияющая / лучезарная улыбка.

Sunny faces /ˈsʌni ˈfeɪsɪz/

Example: The children ran outside with sunny faces when they heard about the holiday trip.

Meaning: Faces that look happy, bright, and full of joy.
Перевод: Сияющие / счастливые лица.

Face shines /feɪs ʃaɪnz/

Example: Her face shines with joy whenever she talks about her favorite hobby.

Meaning: A face looks bright and radiant because of happiness, health, or pleasure.
Перевод: Лицо сияет (от удовольствия).

Eyes shine /aɪz ʃaɪn/

Example: His eyes shine with excitement every time he plays a game of chess.

Meaning: Eyes sparkle or look bright due to excitement, enthusiasm, or joy.
Перевод: Глаза сияют (от восторга / азарта).

Face lights up /feɪs laɪts ʌp/

Example: Her face lights up whenever her friends come to visit.

Meaning: Suddenly look very happy or animated.
Перевод: Лицо озаряется (радостью).

Eyes light up /aɪz laɪts ʌp/

Example: The boy's eyes light up when he sees a new puzzle game.

Meaning: Eyes suddenly look bright with sudden interest, understanding, or delight.
Перевод: Глаза загораются / загораются радостью.

Atmosphere lightens /ˈætməsfɪə(r) ˈlaɪtnz/

Example: A good joke told by a colleague helped lighten the atmosphere during the meeting.

Meaning: The mood or tension in a room becomes more relaxed and less serious.
Перевод: Атмосфера разряжается / становится легкой.

Mood lightens /muːd ˈlaɪtnz/

Example: His mood lightens instantly after listening to some calm blues music.

Meaning: Someone's emotional state becomes happier and less burdened.
Перевод: Настроение улучшается / становится более светлым.

Dark thoughts /dɑːk θɔːts/

Example: She tried to push away dark thoughts and focus on positive goals.

Meaning: Gloomy, unhappy, or pessimistic thoughts in one's mind.
Перевод: Мрачные / темные мысли.

Dark days / Dark times /dɑːk deɪz / dɑːk taɪmz/

Example: They managed to support each other through dark times in the past.

Meaning: Difficult, unhappy, or troubled periods in life or history.
Перевод: Мрачные / тяжелые дни / времена.

Face darkens /feɪs ˈdɑːkənz/

Example: His face darkens whenever someone brings up that unpleasant topic.

Meaning: A person's expression becomes angry, grim, or unhappy.
Перевод: Лицо темнеет / мрачнеет.

Eyes darken /aɪz ˈdɑːkənz/

Example: Her eyes darken with anger when she hears about injustice.

Meaning: Eyes look serious, angry, or filled with sorrow.
Перевод: Глаза темнеют (от гнева / печали).

Expression darkens /ɪkˈspreʃn ˈdɑːkənz/

Example: The manager's expression darkens upon reading the report about budget losses.

Meaning: A facial expression changes to look severe, worried, or angry.
Перевод: Выражение лица становится мрачным.

Ideas flow /aɪˈdɪəz fləʊ/

Example: Once you start writing down your thoughts, the ideas flow naturally.

Meaning: Thoughts and creative ideas come easily and continuously.
Перевод: Идеи текут / поступают непрерывно.

Conversation flows /ˌkɒnvəˈseɪʃn fləʊz/

Example: Over a cup of coffee, the conversation flows effortlessly between old friends.

Meaning: People talk easily, naturally, and without awkward pauses.
Перевод: Разговор клеится / течет легко.

A flood of tears / Floods of tears /ə flʌd əv tɪəz / flʌdz əv tɪəz/

Example: She broke down in floods of tears after watching the sad movie scene.

Meaning: A sudden, heavy outpouring of crying.
Перевод: Море слез / поток слез.

Tears stream down someone's face /tɪəz striːm daʊn ˈsʌmwʌnz feɪs/

Example: Tears streamed down her face as she listened to the heartfelt story.

Meaning: Tears run continuously down a person's cheeks.
Перевод: Слезы катятся / текут по лицу.

People pour somewhere /ˈpiːpl pɔː(r) ˈsʌmweə(r)/

Example: Fans began to pour into the stadium before the football match.

Meaning: A large number of people move continuously in a specific direction.
Перевод: Люди валят / льются потоком куда-либо.

People stream somewhere /ˈpiːpl striːm ˈsʌmweə(r)/

Example: People streamed out of the theater after the performance ended.

Meaning: People move in a continuous, orderly line or flow towards a destination.
Перевод: Люди движутся непрерывным потоком.

People trickle /ˈpiːpl ˈtrɪkl/

Example: Guests started to trickle into the reception hall fifteen minutes before the start.

Meaning: People arrive or move somewhere slowly, in small numbers or groups.
Перевод: Люди проникают / собираются поодиночке (по капле).

A stream of visitors / traffic /ə striːm əv ˈvɪzɪtəz / ˈtræfɪk/

Example: The museum experiences a stream of visitors throughout the summer season.

Meaning: A continuous, steady movement of people or vehicles.
Перевод: Поток посетителей / поток машин.

Heated debate / discussion / conversation /ˈhiːtɪd dɪˈbeɪt / dɪˈskʌʃn / ˌkɒnvəˈseɪʃn/

Example: The team had a heated discussion regarding the new project deadlines.

Meaning: An intense, passionate argument or discussion where people are emotionally charged.
Перевод: Жаркие дебаты / бурное обсуждение / напряженный разговор.

Fiery temper /ˈfaɪəri ˈtempə(r)/

Example: He is known for his fiery temper, so people choose their words carefully around him.

Meaning: A tendency to get angry very quickly and intensely.
Перевод: Вспыльчивый / взрывной характер.

Tempers flare /ˈtempəz fleə(r)/

Example: As the argument continued, tempers flared among the committee members.

Meaning: People suddenly become very angry with each other during a dispute.
Перевод: Страсти / накал эмоций вспыхивают.

Violence / troubles flare up /ˈvaɪələns / ˈtrʌblz fleə(r) ʌp/

Example: Tensions rose quickly, causing old disputes to flare up unexpectedly.

Meaning: Violence or problems suddenly start or become intense again.
Перевод: Вспыхивает насилие / возобновляются проблемы.

Cheeks burn with embarrassment /tʃiːks bɜːn wɪð ɪmˈbærəsmənt/

Example: Her cheeks burned with embarrassment when she realized she made a silly mistake.

Meaning: The face becomes hot and red due to feeling ashamed or embarrassed.
Перевод: Щеки горят от смущения.

A blaze of glory /ə bleɪz əv ˈɡlɔːri/

Example: The veteran player ended his career in a blaze of glory by winning the final championship match.

Meaning: A spectacular, dramatic, and impressive finish or achievement, often despite failure or ending.
Перевод: Блеск славы / триумф.

A blaze of publicity /ə bleɪz əv pʌbˈlɪsəti/

Example: The new product was launched amidst a blaze of publicity.

Meaning: Intense, overwhelming public attention and media coverage.
Перевод: Шумиха в прессе / широкое освещение в СМИ.

In a good mood /ɪn ə ɡʊd muːd/

Example: She arrived at work in a good mood and greeted everyone with a bright smile.

Meaning: Feeling cheerful, happy, and positive at a particular time.
Перевод: В хорошем настроении.

Tell the news /tel ðə njuːz/

Example: He sat down with his friends to tell the news about his recent promotion.

Meaning: To inform someone about recent events, updates, or information.
Перевод: Сообщать / рассказывать новости.

A trickle of vehicles /ə ˈtrɪkl əv ˈviːəkliːz/

Example: Late at night, only a trickle of vehicles could be heard passing down the empty street.

Meaning: A very small, slow-moving number of cars or transport arriving one by one.
Перевод: Редкий / незначительный поток машин (машины едут поодиночке).

Enter the car park /ˈentə(r) ðə kɑː(r) pɑːk/

Example: We had to wait for several minutes to enter the car park during the busy morning hours.

Meaning: To drive or go into a designated area for parking automobiles.
Перевод: Въезжать на парковку.

A steady stream of vehicles /ə ˈstedi striːm əv ˈviːəkliːz/

Example: The highway carried a steady stream of vehicles heading towards the city center.

Meaning: A continuous, uninterrupted flow of cars moving along a road.
Перевод: Непрерывный / постоянный поток машин.

Pour out of the stadium /pɔː(r) aʊt əv ðə ˈsteɪdiəm/

Example: Thousands of excited fans began to pour out of the stadium right after the final whistle.

Meaning: To emerge from a large sports arena in a massive, continuous crowd.
Перевод: Толпой / потоком валить (выходить) со стадиона.

Surrounded by a blaze of publicity /səˈraʊndɪd baɪ ə bleɪz əv pʌbˈlɪsəti/

Example: The celebrity arrived at the film festival surrounded by a blaze of publicity.

Meaning: Completely enveloped or accompanied by intense, overwhelming media attention and public spotlight.
Перевод: Окруженный шумным вниманием прессы / находящийся в центре внимания СМИ.