hammer out- придумывать, изобретать, приходить к решению после длительного обсуждения.
Example:The union and managers were able to hammer out an agreement before midnight last night.hand down- передавать по наследству, оставлять.
Example:My grandmother handed down her silver jewellery to my mother.hard-boiled- грубый; упрямый; жестокий.
Example:"Because you were two minutes late," my hard-boiled boss cried, "I will deduct fifteen minutes worth from your salary!"have a mind- быть склонным к; быть расположенным к чему-либо.
Example:If I'd thought you capable of turning on me like this, I'd never have spoken to you. I've a good mind never to speak to you again.have a screw loose- крыша поехала.
Example:He might have a screw loose, if he believes in all this.have not the foggiest idea- не иметь ни малейшего представления.
Example:I have not the foggiest idea what you are talking about.head above water- большие трудности, неприятности.
Example:My brother has been having a hard time keeping his head above water since he lost his job.hem and haw- заикаться, запинаться, затрудняться с ответом.
Example:He hemmed and hawed when I asked him if he knew where the missing money was.high and dry- без средств, покинутый в беде, устаревший, отставший (от времени и т. п.).
Example:They left him high and dry when they moved the company to Europe.hit the spot- подкрепиться; восстановить силы; воспрять духом.
Example:A cup of tea always hits the spot when you are tired.
