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One might think he had seen a ghost. +1
literature
призрак
призраки
Фрэмтон задаётся вопросом, не призраки ли вернувшиеся мужчины; позднее в рассказе объясняется, что произошло на самом деле.
The Window That Changed the Story
The Window That Changed the Story — complete contextual material in English.
Therewith she gave up her ghost. +1
literature
дух
В выражении «give up his ghost» это слово обозначает дух или жизнь, покидающую тело.
King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table
"King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table" by Sir Thomas Malory is a prose compilation written around 1470. This Middle English work weaves together legendary tales of King Arthur, Guinevere, Lancelot, Merlin, and the Knights of the Round Table. Malory assembled and reworked material from various French and English sources to create a complete narrative spanning Arthur's conception to his death. The compilation includes the quest for the Holy Grail and the legend of Tristan and Iseult, creating one of the most influential works of Arthurian literature.
a village mob summons ghosts
literature
призраки
Призраки — сверхъестественные существа, которых вызывают в драме.
European Theatre Migrants in the Age of Empire
This collection examines the journeys and working lives of European theatre practitioners during the age of empire. Historical case studies explore migration, performance, cultural exchange and the political conditions shaping theatrical careers across national borders.
keeps ghosts and negative entities at bay
religion
призраки
Призраки — одни из сверхъестественных существ, от которых Сарна защищает людей.
Environmental Humanities in India
This collection examines environmental questions in India through literature, culture, Indigenous knowledge and the arts. Its essays explore relationships between people and landscapes, conservation, ecological justice and representations of environmental change.
While the reform did not fully eliminate ghost workers or drastically reduce payment leakage, it led to substantial improvements in the payment experience.
employment
фиктивный
В переносном значении в сочетании «ghost workers» так называют людей, включённых в платёжные ведомости, но, возможно, не существующих или не работающих на указанной должности.
The Ultimate Guide to Teacher Well-Being
This practical guide explains how education policy, school environments and individual habits can support teacher well-being. It presents research-based measures, implementation steps and examples from schools around the world, with dashboards for assessing the evidence and likely impact of each approach.
The reform did not fully eliminate ghost workers.
payroll
фиктивные работники
Работники, числящиеся в ведомости, но фактически не работающие там.
The Ultimate Guide to Teacher Well-Being
This practical guide explains how education policy, school environments and individual habits can support teacher well-being. It presents research-based measures, implementation steps and examples from schools around the world, with dashboards for assessing the evidence and likely impact of each approach.
One would think he had seen a ghost.
general
увидеть привидение
Переносно говорится о человеке, который выглядит крайне испуганным или потрясённым.
The Open Window — Complete Original Text
The Open Window — Complete Original Text — complete contextual material in English.
One might think he had seen a ghost.
general
увидеть призрака
Здесь выражение намекает на то, что человек выглядит очень испуганным или потрясённым.
The Window That Changed the Story
The Window That Changed the Story — complete contextual material in English.
to live haunted by the ghost of an untrue dream
literature
быть преследуемым призраком несбывшейся мечты
Оставаться мучительно преследуемым воспоминанием о ложной или несбывшейся мечте.
The Souls of Black Folk
"The Souls of Black Folk" by W. E. B. Du Bois is a collection of essays published in 1903. This groundbreaking work explores the African-American experience through personal observations and social analysis. Du Bois introduces influential concepts like "double consciousness"—the experience of viewing oneself through both one's own eyes and those of a prejudiced society—and "the veil" that separates black and white Americans. Through essays on education, freedom, and justice, he examines the color line dividing races and argues for voting rights, quality education, and equal treatment.
He was awakened next morning while the east was still sealed with darkness, and found his grey-bearded ally standing like a ghost beside his bed.
general
как призрак
Так, что напоминает призрака, особенно внешностью или внезапной безмолвностью.
The Man Who Was Thursday: A Nightmare
"The Man Who Was Thursday: A Nightmare" by G. K. Chesterton is a philosophical novel with elements of adventure and satire, written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the enigmatic character Gabriel Syme, a police detective who infiltrates a group of anarchists in London to uncover their plans and identities. As the narrative unfolds, it explores complex themes of order, chaos, and the nature of evil, often through witty dialogue and absurd situations that challenge conventional thinking. At the start of the novel, readers are introduced to the suburb of Saffron Park, with its colorful and eccentric inhabitants, primarily poets and artists. One evening, during a striking sunset, the anarchistic poet Lucian Gregory meets Gabriel Syme, who surprises him with bold arguments in favor of law and order, challenging Gregory's views. Their conversation escalates into a duel of ideologies when Gregory reveals his deep commitment to anarchism, which leads to a confrontation between the two. In a twist of fate, Syme's true identity as a detective is disclosed, and as he joins the anarchists disguised as one of them, the stage is set for a profound exploration of the philosophical conflict between chaos and structure in society.
The pictures and furniture could not vanish like so many ghosts.
mystery
призраки
Ghosts — это метафора, сравнивающая исчезнувшие предметы с существами, которые могут таинственно исчезать.
The Extraordinary Adventures of Arsène Lupin, Gentleman-Burglar
"The Extraordinary Adventures of Arsène Lupin, Gentleman-Burglar" by Maurice Leblanc is a collection of stories published in 1907. This debut collection introduces the charming and cunning Arsène Lupin, a master thief who outsmarts police and high society alike. Through nine tales of daring heists, clever disguises, and audacious escapes, Lupin proves himself an unmatched criminal genius. From shipboard robberies to prison breaks, he taunts authorities—including a famous English detective—while stealing priceless treasures with impeccable style and wit.
Sir Gawain gave up his ghost
literature
испустил дух
Умер; буквально — выпустил свой дух. Это литературная и архаичная идиома.
King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table
"King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table" by Sir Thomas Malory is a prose compilation written around 1470. This Middle English work weaves together legendary tales of King Arthur, Guinevere, Lancelot, Merlin, and the Knights of the Round Table. Malory assembled and reworked material from various French and English sources to create a complete narrative spanning Arthur's conception to his death. The compilation includes the quest for the Holy Grail and the legend of Tristan and Iseult, creating one of the most influential works of Arthurian literature.