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Tommy Tran
2022-09-14 05:09
Trouble (oneself) (to do something) spoken verb phrase
This phrase is often used in negative constructions to tell someone not to help you in a polite way.
To do something that would help someone.
A: "Hey there! Do you need a hand?" B: "Don't trouble yourself, mate. This is nothing. I can handle it."
Marie was so tired that she didn't even trouble herself to get changed when she got home.
Used to to emphasize that attention is paid to the individuals who complain or cause problems
To assist someone to do something illegal or wrong
Use one's influence and power to support someone
1. Said when you decide to use your social influence to have an advantage over other people
2. To make money quickly by selling your personal properties or financial assets
3. To die or pass away
Do you see anything wrong?
Daughter: So I really want all my friends to have a great time. I was thinking it would be a good idea to have some candy out on the tables for people to snack on.
Mother: Well, if you want them to really enjoy themselves, candy is dandy but liquor is quicker.
