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goof off
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Phraseologism: Goof off.
Meaning: To disgrace, to be in an uncomfortable position.
Origin: In ancient times, walking bareheaded was considered a disgrace. There was no greater shame for a man when his hat was torn off in a crowded place.
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We did not teach dialectics according to Hegel.
Meaning:
About the lack of a systematic, real education, the lack of which allegedly more than replaces rich life experience.
Origin:
From the poem "Out loud" (1930) by Vladimir Vladimirovich Mayakovsky (1893-1930): "We did not teach dialectics according to Hegel, // With the rattling of battles, it burst into verse." |
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