ESLPOD [066;067;068] Flashcards
to spend a lot of money, especially on something special as a way of making yourself feel good
splurge
to make a big effort so that something happens or is successful
pull out all the stops
a piece of jewelry that you wear around your wrist
(chain) bracelet
a stiff circular bracelet jewelry worn around the wrist
bangle
a silver-gray metal used in industry and for making expensive jewelry
platinum
a bright green stone used in expensive jewelry
emerald
a hard clear blue stone, used in expensive jewelry
sapphire
to have the qualities that someone needs or has asked for
fit the bill
a metal object used to fasten a piece of jewelry, bag, belt, etc.
clasp
an informal social occasion
get-together
grandparents, uncles, aunts, and cousins, whether they live together within the same household or not.
immediate family
an informal meal to which guests bring food
potluck
the job of organizing the food and drinks for an event such as a party or meeting
catering
a deep dish with a lid, used for cooking a mixture of meat, vegetables, etc.
casserole
an extremely important guest at a meeting, party, or other event
guest of honor
