Słowniki ISEL – Słownik frazeologiczny ISEL-1500: G

Sarah learned Spanish while in Spain so she gained advantage over other students in her class.

It’s important to gain professional experience while at university.

I didn’t know what to do next so I simply tried to gain time.

Generally speaking, I am interested in music and culture.

Sam got a beating for no reason.

You can’t spend your whole life being depressed. Get a grip of yourself and do something with your life!

I really should get a permanent job, I need the stability.

You’re spending all of your time online. Get a life!

I ran a very successful project, and as a result I got a pay rise.

I really struggled for a while, but I managed to get back on my feet.

My sister was always really mean to me, but recently I was able to get even.

Sarah always gets in my way whatever I am trying to do.

I always find it hard to get into a conversation with people I don’t know.

Mike gets into arguments with his mum all the time.

I got into serious debt when I bought my new car.

Get lost! I really don’t need your mercy!

I was married at the age of 16 and divorced at 21.

We’d better get moving if we’re to get there on time.

Get off my back and find something else to do.

You are really getting on my nerves. Why can’t you just leave me alone.

Anna always plays tricks on me, but this time I finally got my revenge!

What have I got myself into! I didn’t realise how difficult it was going to be.

I finally managed to get out of debt after two years of paying it back.

It’s very hard to get any message across to Sandra so I am not looking forward to working with her.

I’m not sure if I got it right. Can you explain it to me again?

I’ve got a feeling that it’s going to be an amazing party.

It took me a while to learn how to ski, but I think I’m finally getting the hang of it.

It took me a while to explain it to the class, but they finally got the message.

I have to get to sleep early tonight. I have to be at work at 8 am tomorrow.

You’d better get to work if you are to finish on time. Just 30 minutes left!

Our new president gave a welcome speech in front of all the employees.

The book gives a really good account of the history behind the last presidential elections.

Sarah has given birth to three children and she looks absolutely amazing.

Giving false evidence at court is a criminal offence.

You should only give first aid if you know how to, otherwise it’s better to call an ambulance.

Oh, come on, give it a rest! Do you really believe what you’ve just said?

Just give it a try! I know that windsurfing for the first time can be scary, but you’ll grow to enjoy it!

Sam is not used to talking to people he works with; he only gives orders.

Listening to classical music gives me a lot of pleasure.

My manager gave me a free hand with the project.

I found the project really challenging so I asked Tara to give me a hand.

I had been away from work for two days. Afterwards my manager gave me a really hard time.

Can you give me a lift? I’m in a real hurry.

I had to give Amy the sack when, for no reason, she missed work three days in a row.

The promotion gave me wings and I am really keen on taking the challenge.

It’s a secret so make sure you don’t give the game away.

When she gave birth, Sarah decided to give up her work for a while longer.

I’ve always wanted to study abroad.

It goes against the grain for me to give up.

Go ahead and try it! Skydiving is amazing!

I have to go and see my tutor tomorrow.

We were supposed to go on holiday together, but Claire went back on her word and it didn’t work out.

We are going camping next weekend so I have to buy a sleeping bag.

The last elections will go down in history as the most broadcast ones.

Houses were down in value recently because of the crisis.

You never know what to expect from Rob. He always goes from one extreme to the other.

Shall we go halves on the bottle of wine?

I don’t want to go into details; let’s just say I am moving abroad.

I can’t join you at girls night out because I am going on a date tomorrow.

I am going on a journey to France next summer.

We always go on two school trips a year.

I work a lot and rarely go on holiday these days.

I think I might go one step further and move to Asia next year.

Mini skirts went out of fashion last year.

My family are going through a difficult stage at the moment because of my grandfather’s death.

My grandma’s house went to ruin because no one lived there for about ten years.

I think you went too far. You shouldn’t get too friendly in a professional environment.

God willing, everything will work out just fine.

Good luck. I’m sure you’ll do just great at the exam!

This is such an amazing opportunity. I think you should grab the chance, it might not happen again!

You need a great deal of patience to be able to work with little children.

He always does everything on his own and never asks for help, unless he’s got ground burning under his feet.

I bought Anna a lovely dress last year, but she has already grown out of it.