Lesson 7 - Cindy Asks Mark to Get Back Together

Question 1

to talk about work when away from the office

Answer 1

TO TALK SHOP

Sorry to talk shop at a party, but what do you think we should do about the contract?

Question 2

a saying that means one should finish one’s work before enjoying oneself

Answer 2

BUSINESS BEFORE PLEASURE

At our holiday party, the boss stood up and said, ”Before we start eating and drinking, I’d like to announce our recent sales results. Business before pleasure.”

Question 3

to argue a lot

to not get along well

Answer 3

TO FIGHT LIKE CATS AND DOGS

I don’t know how Scott and Lisa stay married. They fight like cats and dogs!

Question 4

to get to the point
to be brief
որ երկար բարակ չասեմ

Answer 4

TO MAKE A LONG STORY SHORT

To make a long story short, I’ve decided to quit my job and move to Prague to open a coffee shop.

Question 5

someone who is unfaithful to their partner or spouse

Answer 5

TWO-TIMER

Joan’s ex−husband was a two-timer. She caught him in bed with his administrative assistant.

Question 6

you know what I’m saying

I’ve said enough to make it clear what I’m talking about

Answer 6

YOU GET THE PICTURE

My roommate throws dirty laundry on the floor, leaves old food in the refrigerator, and, well, you get the picture.

Question 7

the man who would make the perfect husband

the perfect man

Answer 7

MR. RIGHT

”Is Liz married?” — ”No, she’s still looking for Mr. Right.”

Question 8

1. someone who is a good person to have a relationship with or to marry because they are rich, attractive etc. – often used humorously
2. said to praise someone for spotting a mistake in something

Answer 8

GOOD CATCH

1. Amanda got a good catch. Her fiancé is a successful investment banker, good−looking, and a nice guy.
2. “There’s a zero missing from our bottom line.” - “Wow, good catch, Amanda”

Question 9

to wait until one gets exactly what one wants
to keep refusing with the hope that the ideal thing or person will come later
համբերել-դիմանալ-ակնկալել մեկ այլ բան

Answer 9

TO HOLD OUT FOR

We’ve received several offers on our house, but we’re holding out for a price we think is fair.

Question 10

to accept something or someone that is not exactly what one wants

Answer 10

TO SETTLE FOR

José dreamed of becoming a professional football player, but he settled for becoming a high school football coach instead.