binomials

Question 1

every now and then

Answer 1

Occasionally but not very often

Question 2

first and foremost

Answer 2

To emphasize what you think is most important. Adv. Antes que nada…first and foremost let’s review the minutes from the last meeting.

Question 3

here and there

Answer 3

In various places

Question 4

law and order

Answer 4

Social discipline

Question 5

long and hard

Answer 5

You put a lot of effort into it over a long period of time

Question 6

on and off

Answer 6

Intermittenly

Question 7

peace and quiet

Answer 7

Quiet atmosphere. Lack of interruptions

Question 8

rules and regulations

Answer 8

Rules or laws in a particular place

Question 9

sick and tired of something

Answer 9

Estar más que harto de…
She was sick and tired of their endless complaining