Summary: book "Britain for Learners of English", James O'Driscoll



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Boxing
Saved by the bell – saved from a bad or dangerous situation On the ropes – in a weak position Floored – defeated Throw in the towel – admit defeat
Other sports in general
Team player – somebody who is good at cooperating with other people in groups Run with the pack (hunting) – have no individual opinions but just blindly follow the majority Win hands down (gambling) – win easily A safe pare hands – reliable A level playing field – a situation where neither side in a contest starts with an advantage over the other Go to the dogs – start to lead an aimless and self-destructive life On the final straight/on the last lapin the last stage of some process
A national passion
Sport is very important in the lives of the Brits. Schools devote more time on organized sport than schools inmost other European countries. Millions take part in some kind of sport at least once a week. The Brits are so fond of competition that they introduce it into their other enthusiasm. Gardening is one example. Many people indulge in an informal rivalry with their neighbours as to who can grow the better flowers or veggies.

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Chapter 22: The Arts
What is culture
The word culture also has two meanings. It could be used in an anthropological sense meaning the way of life. But many people also use it as a synonym for the arts.
What are the arts
It’s an umbrella term for literature, music, painting, sculpture, crafts, theatre, opera, ballet, film, etc. It usually implies seriousness. Arts or fine arts is often used to refer to those arts which use space, but not time for their appreciation. The word artist can sometimes refer only to a person working in the fine arts and sometimes to a person working in any field of the arts.

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