 20  3. So you can imagine how embarrassing it all is. I'm simply beside myself. (I. Murdoch) (2) to set one's mind on something — to be intent on; to be determined about 1. It was true that he had his ways. When he set his mind on something, that was that. 2. I may as well tell you that I should have thrown it up, only, I'm not in the habit of giving up what I've set my mind on. (J. Galsworthy) (3) to take pains (be at pains) — to take the trouble to get something or do something; to try to do something 1. ... a queer, penetrating look mingled, too, with intelligent interest which, as our eyes met, he took pains to conceal. (A. Cronin) 2. They took pains not to stand next to one another or begin any private discussion (J. Wain) 3. Now that her means were adequate she took great pains with her dress (W. S. Maugham) (4) into the bargain — beyond what has been stipulated; extra; besides; in addition 1. "I know it's a bit thick to rob you of a cheroot and then grill you with personal questions into the bargain," he began. (J. Wain) 20 |
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