Test 1 Flashcards

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A new lease on life

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finding a new energy on life

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Living the life of riley

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living a luxury and careless life

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when it comes to the crunch

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when it comes to make an important decision

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be at crossroads

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having to make an important decision between two or more things

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live and let live

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just that, hippie asf idiom

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living life in the fast lane

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living at a fast pace

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pivotal

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essential, can change the course of events

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catalytic

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causing or accelerating significant change

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transformative

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causing a marked change in something

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momentous

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of great importance or significance, especially in its bearing on the future

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epochal

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highly significant or important

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ambivalent

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reflecting mixed feelings or contradictory emotions about a change

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daunting

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a sense of intimidation or apprehension about a major life decision or change

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egregious

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used to express the shock or outrage at a sudden negative turn of events

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pensive

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showing deep or serious thoughtfulnes, often brought on by crucial life moments

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serene

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maintaining a calm and peaceful demeanor in the face of life’s changes

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tumultuous

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experiencing a turbulent or disorderly emotional state due to significant life changes

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uproarious

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finding immense joy or humor in a situation that marks a positive turn in life

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whimsical

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displaying playfulness or fanciful behavior in response to a life changing event

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