GoFluent - Amid drought, California declares war on lush lawns Flashcards
LUSH
covered with healthy, green plants
The lush forest is home to hundreds of animal and plant species.
SPROUTED
suddenly appeared in large numbers
Dozens of casual dining places have sprouted since the construction of the new residential area.
RESERVOIRS
man-made lakes used for storing a large supply of water
Several reservoirs provide the water supply for the whole city.
FOOT THE BILL FOR (SOMETHING)
to pay for all the expenses of something
The health foundation offered to foot the bill for the patient’s medical treatment.
REBATE
money or service that businesses, organizations, banks, etc., offer back to customers for doing something, such as purchasing a product or service
Get a 10% rebate for every purchase of a printer.
DROUGHT
a long period of dryness and no rain
The drought last summer lasted for several months and damaged many crops.
ABATING
getting weaker; decreasing in strength
Weather forecasts indicate that the storm is slowly abating.
TARNISHING
damaging the good quality of something
Rumors of unhealthy food preparation is tarnishing the restaurant’s reputation.
NORM
a behavior, appearance, method, etc., that is accepted by most people
Having a successful career and family is the norm among his friends.
WINDFALL
an unexpected amount of money that one receives as a prize or gift
The lottery win came as a windfall for James.
SUCCULENTS
plants that store water in their leaves or stems
Cacti and aloes are examples of succulents.
covered with healthy, green plants
LUSH
suddenly appeared in large numbers
SPROUTED
man-made lakes used for storing a large supply of water
RESERVOIRS
to pay for all the expenses of something
FOOT THE BILL FOR (SOMETHING)
money or service that businesses, organizations, banks, etc., offer back to customers for doing something, such as purchasing a product or service
REBATE
a long period of dryness and no rain
DROUGHT
getting weaker; decreasing in strength
ABATING
damaging the good quality of something
TARNISHING
a behavior, appearance, method, etc., that is accepted by most people
NORM
an unexpected amount of money that one receives as a prize or gift
WINDFALL
plants that store water in their leaves or stems
SUCCULENTS
amid
en medio de / entre / en torno a
lush
exuberante / frondoso
