27.02 Work 2 Flashcards
idiomatic expression that means to succeed or to reach a goal. It can be used in different contexts, such as achieving success in a career, arriving somewhere, or overcoming a challenge.
make it
- After years of hard work, she finally made it as a professional singer!
- We got stuck in traffic, but we still made it to the airport on time
- It was a tough exam, but I think I made it!
an idiom that means not suited for a particular task, job, or lifestyle due to a lack of ability, interest, or personality traits.
(Not) cut out for (or “not cut out to be”)
- He’s just not cut out for politics.
- I tried working as a teacher, but I realized I’m not cut out for it.
is an idiom that means to be able to compete, perform, or defend oneself well in a difficult situation, especially when facing strong competition or challenges. It implies confidence and competence.
Hold my own
- Even at 60, my dad can still hold his own when hiking with younger people.
- Despite being outnumbered, the lawyer held his own in the debate.
used to describe behaviour or characteristics that are like those of a boy
boyish /ˈbɔɪ.ɪʃ/
- She had her hair cut in a boyish style.
a girl who acts and dresses like a boy, liking noisy, physical activities
tomboy /ˈtɒm.bɔɪ/
- She likes to think of herself as a tomboy, but her attractive looks and rebellious streak finds her many admirers.
phrasal verb
1. to move towards someone
2. to be mentioned or talked about in conversation
3. Rise for the sun or moon
4. Job becomes available
5. to happen, usually unexpectedly
come up
- A small child came up and asked me for money.
- What points came up at the meeting?
- A position has come up in the accounts department.
- I’ve got to go - something has just come up at home and I’m needed there.
likely to achieve success soon or in the near future
= rising star
up-and-coming
- up-and-coming young actresses
to meet someone socially, especially someone who belongs to an opposing army or team, or has a different social position
fraternize /ˈfræt.ə.naɪz/
- The soldiers were accused of fraternizing with the enemy.
to be silent and refuse to smile or be pleasant to people because you are angry about something that they have done
sulk /sʌlk/
- He’s sulking in his room because I wouldn’t let him have any more chocolate.
phrasal verb
to continue doing something although it is difficult
soldier on /ˈsəʊl.dʒər/
- I admired the way she soldiered on when her business ran into trouble
