Article #3 Flashcards
wash over - pv
A feeling of relief washed over her.
if a feeling … you, you suddenly feel it very strongly
in advance (of something) - p
I should warn you in advance that I’m not a very good dancer.
Many thanks, in advance, for your help.
before something happens or is expected to happen
depart - v
The plane departs at 6 a.m.
to leave, especially when you are starting a journey/
tear something up - pv
She tore up his letter and threw it away.
to tear a piece of paper or cloth into small pieces
particular - adj
Most students choose one particular area for research.
a thing or person is the one that you are talking about, and not any other
genuine - adj
‘Did he really?’ Her surprise seemed genuine.
is one that you really feel, not one you pretend to feel/ really is what it seems to be
coherent - adj
He sounded coherent, but he was too ill to have any idea what he was saying.
it is clear and carefully considered, and each part of it connects or follows in a natural or reasonable way/ they are talking in a way that is clear and easy to understand
controversial - adj
He is a controversial figure (=person who does controversial things) in the art world.
causing a lot of disagreement, because many people have strong opinions about the subject being discussed
leave someone/something out - pv
I’ve made a list of names - I hope I haven’t left anyone out.
to not include someone or something
hook up - pv
He hooked up with the other members of the band in Amsterdam.
to meet or begin to work with another person or other people/to begin a romantic or sexual relationship with someone
inappropriate - adj
I think it would be inappropriate (for you) to invite her to a party so soon after her husband’s death.
not suitable or right for a particular purpose or in a particular situation
appropriate - adj
Is this film appropriate for small children?
correct or suitable for a particular time, situation, or purpose
lovebirds - n
Look at those two lovebirds holding hands and gazing into each other’s eyes.
two people who are obviously very much in love with each other
flu - n
Steven’s still in bed with flu.
a common illness that makes you feel very tired and weak, gives you a sore throat, and makes you cough and have to clear your nose a lot
