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The act of expressing deep sorrow, grief, or regret, often in a public or formal manner.
Mourning, grieving, sorrow, weeping, wailing
Lamentation
Her heartfelt … over the missed opportunity resonated deeply with those who had faced similar disappointments.
lamentation
A phrase used to emphasize or affirm a point, often in response to a statement. It can also be part of informal expressions.
Exactly, indeed, precisely, affirmatively.
That’s What
“The test was harder than expected.”
“… I was saying! It was way more difficult than last year’s.”
That’s what
Are you saying this policy will fail?”
“… the data suggests—there’s no evidence of long-term benefits.”
That’s what
Individuals who oppose official policies, especially in authoritarian regimes, and often speak out against the government or established authority.
Rebels, protestors, opposition, critics, activists.
Dissidents
Many political … have been forced into exile due to their outspoken criticism of the regime.
dissidents
Able to be maintained, defended, or justified logically, strategically, or scientifically.
Defensible, justifiable, sustainable, reasonable, viable.
Tenable
A … diplomatic solution is needed to resolve the ongoing conflict without further escalation.
tenable
A polite and informal way to indicate that you need to leave a meeting or conversation quickly due to other commitments.
I need to go, I have to head out, I need to leave, I have to dash, I have to step away.
I have to run
I wish I could stay longer, but I have … . Let’s continue this discussion in our next session.
to run
I’m feeling a bit … today= I’ve got a bit of a cold
under weather
Could you please let me know whom you have been in contact … from Technical Services?
with
I will unlock the building … for you now. Once you’re inside, could you please … the package outside my apartment door?
entrance
leave
A phrase used to encourage someone, show approval, or acknowledge a positive attitude, determination, or enthusiasm. It is often said when someone displays optimism, motivation, or the right mindset in a challenging situation.
Well said! That’s the attitude! Keep it up! Now you’re getting it!
That’s the spirit!
His determination to keep going despite setbacks made his mentor say, “… ! Never give up.”
That’s the spirit
A phrase used to express secondhand embarrassment or discomfort on someone else’s behalf.
That’s so awkward, I feel embarrassed for you, that’s painful to watch, secondhand embarrassment.
دلم برات میسوزه
I’m cringing for You
She forgot her speech halfway through the presentation, and I was sitting there thinking, … .
I’m cringing for you
A measure of how quickly someone acquires new skills or knowledge, often referring to the difficulty of learning something over time. A steep learning curve means a skill is difficult to learn at first but improves quickly.
Rate of learning, adaptation process, skill development, learning progression.
Learning Curve
Starting a new job always comes with a …, but with practice, everything becomes easier
learning curve
A phrase used to describe when two people meet or reconnect, often by chance.
Our paths crossed
I never thought … again after college, but here we are working in the same company.
Our Paths would cross
Acronym, British Slang Stands for “Wives and Girlfriends”, typically used to refer to the partners of professional athletes, particularly in football (soccer).
Athlete’s partners, footballer’s wives, sports spouses.
WAGS
The media always focuses on the … at major football tournaments as much as the players themselves.
WAGS