Słowniki ISEL – Słownik frazeologiczny ISEL-1500: U

The police are going to go there under cover, so he won’t realise he’s being followed.

We won’t have any problems breaking into that house under cover of darkness. No one will see us.

We haven’t decided yet. The issue is still under discussion, but we should have an answer for you by the end of the day.

I could not go on living with someone who married me under false pretences.

I work best under pressure. I can do twice as much when I’m stressed and know that a deadline is near.

She only took the job under threat of unemployment.

The shop will be closed until further notice. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

When it comes to extracurricular activities in the school, it’s an unwritten law that the seniors are given priority.

It worked up to a point, but we had to change it slightly.

My boss got rid of all those whose work was not up to the mark.

I’ve been having my ups and downs recently, but I’m starting to stand on my feet again.

You are holding the picture upside down, turn it round.