Levels 7-9 Week 3 Flashcards
Critical
Definition: Very important or serious.
Example: It’s critical that we finish this report by tomorrow.
Decent
Definition: Good enough but not the best.
Example: We had a decent meal at the new restaurant.
Duration
Definition: The length of time something lasts.
Example: The duration of the movie is two hours.
Every little bit helps
Definition: Even small contributions or efforts are useful.
Example: Please donate whatever you can; every little bit helps.
Fall into a trap
Definition: To make a mistake or be caught in a difficult situation.
Example: Don’t fall into the trap of overspending during the holidays.
I can’t stress enough that…
Definition: Used to emphasize something is very important.
Example: I can’t stress enough that you need to arrive on time.
Independent contractor
Definition: A person who works for different companies and is not a full-time employee.
Example: He works as an independent contractor for several clients.
Maternity leave
Definition: Time off from work for a woman to have a baby.
Example: She is on maternity leave for three months after having her baby.
Paternity leave
Definition: Time off from work for a father after the birth of his child.
Example: He took two weeks of paternity leave when his daughter was born.
Point of view
Definition: A way of thinking about something.
Example: From her point of view, the project was a success.
Possession
Definition: Something that belongs to someone.
Example: His car is his most valuable possession.
Salaried employee
Definition: A worker who is paid a fixed amount every month.
Example: She is a salaried employee, so she gets paid the same even if she works fewer hours.
Scarce
Definition: Hard to find or in short supply.
Example: Fresh water is scarce in some parts of the world.
Source of income
Definition: The way someone makes money.
Example: Her main source of income is her online business.
There’s no question that…
Definition: Used to emphasize that something is certain.
Example: There’s no question that he is the best candidate for the job.
