2. Вежливый способ выразить просьбу дать говорящему возможность пройти сквозь группу людей;

Would you excuse us, please? просьба посторониться и дать возможность выйти из лифта.

Пример: There were two people talking in the corridor blocking it. Tom said, "Would you excuse me?" They stepped aside.

Пример: FRED: Would you excuse me? This is my floor. SALLY: Sure. It's mine too.

Would you excuse us, please? See Could you excuse us, please?

Would you please? фраза, выражающая согласие с предложением что-либо сделать.

Пример: BILL: Do you want me to take this over to the bank? MARY: Would you please?

Пример: Том: Can I take your coat? SALLY: Would you please?

Wow! восклицание, выражающее удивление и изумление.

Пример: "Wow! A real shark!" said Billy.

Пример: SALLY: Wow! I won the contest! What do I get? RACHEL: A stuffed doll. SALLY: Oh, goodie.

Пример: JANE: Wow! I just made it. I thought I would miss this flight for sure. SUE: Well, you almost did.

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