run for one's money

Английский Язык - Английский Язык

Определение run for one's money в Английский Язык Английский Язык словарь

A difficult challenge for the person indicated, especially one involving a competitive situation

After beating Bush in New Hampshire, McCain gave him a two month run for his money. Bush had to prove he wasn't just a famous name.

A reasonable opportunity to succeed, perform acceptably, or escape harm, especially in a difficult situation

I say he'll get a run for his money. If there's any killing to be done, it will be in fair fight..

Связанные Термины

for one's money

in return for what one pays

Расстановка переносов

run for one's mon·ey

Турецкое произношение

rʌn fôr wʌnz mʌni

Произношение

/ˈrən ˈfôr ˈwənz ˈmənē/ /ˈrʌn ˈfɔːr ˈwʌnz ˈmʌniː/