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buy it

/baɪ ɪt/

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phrase

/baɪ ɪt/B2slang
  • ruНеформальное выражение, означающее принять что-то за правду или поверить в историю или объяснение, часто с оттенком скептицизма или удивления. Также может означать умереть или быть убитым, особенно внезапно или насильственно.

An informal expression meaning to accept something as true or believe a story or explanation, often with a sense of skepticism or surprise. It can also mean to die or be killed, especially in a sudden or violent manner.

  1. B2informal

    To accept or believe something, often a story or explanation, especially when it is not true.

    ruПоверить

    • He told me he was late because of traffic, but I didn't buy it.
    • She said she'd finish the work by tomorrow, but I'm not buying it.
    • They tried to sell me a fake story, but I didn't buy it.
  2. Die or be killedC1slang

    A slang expression meaning to die, especially in a violent or sudden way.

    ruПогибнуть

    • In the movie, the villain bought it in the final scene.
    • He almost bought it in that car accident.
    • The soldier bought it during the battle.