Deck 3 Flashcards
A [] of tempers broke out in the courtroom.
- A sudden outburst (as of excitement or anger).
A flare of tempers broke out in the courtroom.
The judge directed the courtroom spectators to refrain from any [] when the verdict was read.
- A violent expression of feeling.
The judge directed the courtroom spectators to refrain from any outbursts when the verdict was read.
She was more [] about his past than they expected.
- Characterized by openness, candidness, and forthrightness.
She was more forthcoming about his past than they expected.
The preparation of his [] novel had us all on tenterhooks.
- Being about to appear or to be produced or made available.
The preparation of his forthcoming novel had us all on tenterhooks.
The preparation of his forthcoming novel had us all [ph].
- In a state of uneasiness, strain, or suspense.
The preparation of his forthcoming novel had us all on tenterhooks.
The player [ph-] heavy [-ph] from the enemy attack.
- To suffer harm or injury, or to experience a reduction in health or resources, often used in the context of games or combat.
The player took/sustained/suffered heavy damage from the enemy attack
The garden was [] with flowers.
- Abundant. Exuberant.
The garden was riotous with flowers.
The [ ] dancing is, for the attendees, those lucky few, a salve on life’s burn.
- Of the nature of a riot. Turbulent.
The riotous dancing is, for the attendees, those lucky few, a salve on life’s burn.
The magazine runs on a [] annual budget of 5000 euros.
- Operating on, accomplished by, or consisting of a small amount of money or capital.
The magazine runs on a shoestring annual budget of 5000 euros.
Richard started the business [ph].
- A small sum of money. Capital inadequate or barely adequate to the needs of a transaction.
Richard started the business on a shoestring.
And don’t forget lots of ice to keep the cocktail chilled as the party [] on.
- To be in tumult. To be in a fit of violent and uncontrolled anger, violent action, or an intense feeling.
And don’t forget lots of ice to keep the cocktail chilled as the party rages on.
Back then, masturbatory chairs at school in order to keep students engaged were all the [].
- A fad pursued with intense enthusiasm.
Back then, masturbatory chairs at school in order to keep students engaged were all the rage.
Jimbo Mulligan was [] as the next Bukowski minus the literary talent.
- To make much of. Promote. Talk up.
Jimbo Mulligan was touted as the next Bukowski minus the literary talent.
By the end of 2022, Google would shut down Stadia entirely, [] even more game developers.
- To surprise unpleasantly.
By the end of 2022, Google would shut down Stadia entirely, blindsiding even more game developers.
