Expression Cards: phrasal-verb
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phrasal-verb
spark off unrest
вызвать гнев или протест, чтобы они начались внезапно
Meaning
to cause anger or protest to start suddenly
Example
The new tax policy **sparked off unrest** among the citizens.
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spark up
начать что-то веселое или живое, как улыбка или разговор
Meaning
to begin something cheerful or lively, such as a smile or conversation
Example
He **sparked up** a smile as soon as he saw her.
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speak about
говорить о конкретной теме или вопросе
Meaning
to talk about a particular topic or issue
Example
He will **speak about** effective communication at the seminar.
phrasal-verb
speak across borders
эффективно общаться с людьми из других стран
Meaning
to communicate effectively with people from other countries
Example
Social media allows us to **speak across borders** instantly.
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speak against
критиковать или выражать противоположное мнение о чем-то или о ком-то
Meaning
to criticize or express opposition to something or someone
Example
He **spoke against** the policy in the meeting.
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speak around
обсуждать тему, не затрагивая её напрямую
Meaning
to discuss a topic without addressing it directly
Example
He tends to **speak around** the real issue instead of confronting it.
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speak down to
говорить с кем-то, как если бы он был менее умным
Meaning
to talk to someone as if they are less intelligent
Example
Don’t **speak down to** your colleagues; treat them equally.
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speak fondly of
говорить о ком-то с теплотой или любовью
Meaning
to talk warmly or affectionately about someone
Example
She always **speaks fondly of** her first teacher.
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speak for
представлять мнение или точку зрения другого человека
Meaning
to represent someone’s opinion or view
Example
I can’t **speak for** everyone, but I think this idea is worth trying.
phrasal-verb
speak for others
выражать озабоченность от имени отсутствующих людей
Meaning
to voice concerns on behalf of people who are absent
Example
Leaders should **speak for others** who aren't in the room.
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speak for unity
выражать мнения, способствующие глобальному единству и пониманию
Meaning
to express opinions promoting global harmony and understanding
Example
Leaders often **speak for unity** at international forums.
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speak for yourself
вежливо пояснить, что ваше мнение отличается от мнения другого человека
Meaning
to politely clarify that your opinion differs from someone else's
Example
You may think it’s boring, but please **speak for yourself**.
phrasal-verb
speak from
выражать мнение, основанное на личном опыте
Meaning
to express an opinion based on personal experience
Example
She **speaks from** experience when she warns about that company.
phrasal-verb
speak from experience
вежливо оправдывать свое мнение, основанное на личном опыте
Meaning
to politely justify your opinion based on personal experience
Example
I **speak from experience** when I say this method really works.
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speak glowingly about
говорить с большим энтузиазмом и похвалой
Meaning
to talk with great enthusiasm and praise
Example
The boss **spoke glowingly about** your performance.
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speak highly of
хвалить кого-то или что-то
Meaning
to praise someone or something
Example
Everyone **speaks highly of** her work ethic.
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speak kindly of
говорить положительные вещи о ком-то как форма признательности
Meaning
to say positive things about someone as a form of appreciation
Example
Everyone **speaks kindly of** her because she’s always generous.
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speak kindly to
использовать мягкие и уважительные слова при разговоре с кем-то
Meaning
to use gentle and respectful words when talking to someone
Example
Always **speak kindly to** others even when you disagree.
phrasal-verb
speak on
говорить о конкретной политической или социальной проблеме
Meaning
to talk about a specific political or social issue
Example
The minister will **speak on** the new environmental policy tomorrow.
phrasal-verb
speak on behalf of
вежливо представлять мнение другого человека
Meaning
to represent someone else's opinion politely
Example
I’d like to **speak on behalf of** my team regarding this issue.
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speak openly about
открыто обсуждать чувствительные или сложные темы
Meaning
to discuss sensitive or challenging topics honestly
Example
Our CEO encourages everyone to **speak openly about** diversity issues.
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speak out about
публично выражать мнение или обеспокоенность
Meaning
to publicly express one’s opinion or concern
Example
The whistleblower **spoke out about** corruption in the department.
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speak out against
выражать публичное возражение против чего-либо
Meaning
to publicly express opposition to something
Example
Many citizens **spoke out against** the unfair law.
phrasal-verb
speak out against injustice
выражать протест против несправедливости
Meaning
to express opposition to unfair treatment or actions
Example
Activists continued to **speak out against injustice** despite threats.