Nukus state pedagogical institute foreign language faculty english language and literature department

black. When someone gives you a black look, they look at you in a very angry way.

black. If you are in a black mood, you are unhappy or angry and in a bad mood.

black and white. Something that is in black and white is written on paper (for example, a letter or a contract). Note that we cannot say white and black. Do not confuse this with "Black or white?" (an expression that is used when we want to know if someone wants milk in their tea or coffee).

black and blue. Someone who is black and blue (all over) is covered with bruises (= dark marks onblue is an informal (and usually friendly) expression for the police.

white. If you tell a white lie, you tell someone something that is not true in order to avoid hurting their feelings.

white. A white elephant is something that costs a lot of money and is not very useful.