To invent a false story.
Придумать ложную историю. (pridumat lozhnuyu istoriyu)
"He cooked up a story to explain why he was late."
"Он придумал историю, чтобы объяснить, почему опоздал." (on pridumal istoriyu chtoby obyasnit pochemu opozdal)
something that makes someone feel very happy or pleased
A significant advancement or achievement.
to be extremely surprised or shocked
to stay informed or at the same level as something or someon...
A difficult task or challenge.
to make a decision based on your feelings