Vocabulary 1 Flashcards
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To convey
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To communicate (a message)
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To seize
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To grab
Example: I seized his arm and made him turn to look at me.
If the police or other officials seize something, they take possession of it with legal authority
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Merely
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Just, only (de abia)
Example: I wasn’t complaining, I merely said that I was tired.
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To Hail
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To shout to in order to attract attention
Example: Shall we hail a taxi?
Example: I tried to hail her from across the room.
If it hails, small, hard balls of ice fall from the sky like rain
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Bearing in mind
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Considering
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To rant
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To speak, write or shout in a loud, uncontrolled, or angry way, often saying confused or silly things
Example: He’s always ranting (on) about the government.
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To rave
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To speak in an uncontrolled way, usually because you are upset or angry, or because you are ill
Example: She was ranting and raving about some imagined insult.
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To disclose
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To tell secret information
Example: The police have disclosed that two officers are under internal investigation.
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Reluctant (to do something)
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Unwilling to do something
Example: She persuaded her reluctant husband to take a trip to Florida with her.
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To dread
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To fear greatly
Example: He’s dreading the exam - he’s sure he’s going to fail.
Example: I dread to think what they say about me behind my back.
Example: I’m dreading having to meet his parents.
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To fumble
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To use one’s hands awkwardly and with difficulty
Example: I fumbled with the lock.
Example: He fumbled in his pockets for some change.
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Beforehand
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Before (no additional details)
Example: I got informed beforehand.
Earlier (than a particular time)
Example: I knew she was coming that afternoon because she had phoned beforehand to say so.
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To reckon
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To consider, think, understand
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To create a stir (or cause a stir)
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To incite trouble or excitement (a crea discuții)
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To stir up
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To agitate, provoke
To cause an unpleasant emotion or problem to begin or grow
Example: The teacher told him to stop stirring up trouble.
Example: The photographs stirred up some painful memories.
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To incite
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To provoke, to stir up
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Kettle
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Teapot
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To take off
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To begin to fly
To quickly increase or become successful
To remove a piece of clothing
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Kernel
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Core
Seed (porumb)
20
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To quake
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To shake
To tremble
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To tremble
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To shake
Example: His voice started to tremble, and I thought he was going to cry.
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Arguably
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Possible, probable
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Drawback
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Disadvantage
Example: One of the drawbacks of living with someone is having to share a bathroom.
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Flabby
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Soft, loose flesh
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To snigger
To smile
Silly laugh
Example: What are you two sniggering at/about?
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To cease
To stop
Example: The company has decided to cease all UK operations after this year.
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To have a bash at something
To try something
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Potty
Silly or slightly crazy
Example: She must have been potty to sell that car so cheaply.
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Parlour
A room in a private house used for relaxing
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Handyman
A man who is skilled at repairing and making things inside or outside the house
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Serviced office/apartment
A property for rent that is supplied with all the necessary furniture and equipment:
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Ubiquitous
Seeming to be everywhere
Example: The Swedes are not alone in finding their language under pressure from the ubiquitous spread of English.
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To recount
To tell a story
Example: He recounted his adventures since he had left home.
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Knick-knack
Small, decorative object
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Virtually
Almost
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Entrenched
Fixed
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Foible
A strange habit or characteristic that is seen as not important and not harming anyone
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Quirky
Unusual in an attractive and interesting way
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Quirk
An unusual habit or part of someone's personality
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Bewildering
Confusing
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Contentious
Likely to cause disagreement
Example: She has some very contentious views on education.
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Compelling (argument)
Strong
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Likelihood of sth
The chance that something will happen
Example: This latest dispute greatly increases the likelihood of a strike.
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Seafarer
Person who travels by sea
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Freighter
Large ship for carrying goods
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Dreadful
Causing fear, shock
Example: The news report was so dreadful that I just had to switch it off.
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Vessel
Large boat/ship
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Reek
Strong unpleasant smell
Example: The room was filled with the reek of stale beer.
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Stale
No longer new or fresh
Example: The bread/biscuits/cake had gone stale.
Example: The morning after the party, their apartment smelled of stale cigarette smoke.
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Steadily
Gradually
Example: Prices have risen steadily.
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Impassable
An impassable road or path cannot be travelled on because of bad weather conditions or because it is blocked
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Outgoing
Friendly, energetic
Example: She has an outgoing personality.
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Ongoing
Continuing to exist or develop, or happening at the present moment
Example: No agreement has yet been reached and the negotiations are still ongoing.
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Speedy
Quick
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Outstanding
Excellent
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To withstand
To be strong enough, or not be changed by something, or to oppose a person or thing successfully
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Upstanding
Behaving in a good and moral way
Example: She is regarded as an upstanding citizen in the local community.
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Motionless
Without moving
Example: I sat completely motionless as the spider crawled along my arm.
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Steady
Happening in a smooth, gradual, and regular way, not suddenly or unexpectedly
Example: Progress has been slow but steady.
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Unsteady
Moving slightly from side to side, as if you might fall
Example: She's been in bed with flu, and she's still a little unsteady on her feet.
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Decaffeinated
Having had caffeine removed
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To dehydrate
To lose water
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To demotivate
To make someone less enthusiastic about a job
Example: She was very demotivated by being told she had little chance of being promoted.
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To deregulate
To remove national or local government controls or rules from a business or other activity
Example: The government plans to deregulate the banking industry/the bus system.
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Sensible
Based on or acting on good judgment and practical ideas or understanding
Example: It would be sensible to take an umbrella.
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Sensitive (to something)
Easily upset by the things people say or do
Example: Her reply showed that she was very sensitive to criticism.
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To sensitize (sensitise)
To make someone sensitive to something
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To devalue
To reduce the rate at which money can be exchanged for foreign money
Example: Last year Mexico was forced to devalue the peso.
To cause someone or something to be considered less valuable or important
Example: I don't want to devalue his achievement, but he managed to get a promotion without working very hard.
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To conduct
Perform an activity
Example: The experiments were conducted by scientists in New York.
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Tide
The rise and fall of the sea
Example: The tide is out/in.
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Midst
The middle of something
Example: I'm sorry but I'm too busy - I'm in the midst of writing a report.
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To stagger
To move with difficulty as if you are going to fall
Example: After he was attacked, he managed to stagger to the phone and call for help.
Example: The company is staggering under a $15 million debt and will almost certainly collapse by the end of the year.
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To shudder
To shake suddenly with very small movements because of a very unpleasant thought or feeling
Example: The sight of so much blood made him shudder.
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To emerge
To appear by coming out of something or out from behind something
Example: She emerged from the sea, blue with cold.
To come to the end of a difficult period or experience
Example: She emerged triumphant from the court after all the charges against her were dropped because of a lack of evidence.
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Resilient
Able to be happy, successful, etc. again after something difficult or bad has happened
Example: She's a resilient girl - she won't be unhappy for long.
Example: Optimists argue that the economy may prove more resilient.
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Resilience (resiliency - formal)
The ability to be happy, successful, etc. again after something difficult or bad has happened
Example: The plant fibre has incredible strength and resilience.
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Deceitful (adj.)
Dishonest or hiding the truth
Example: Deceitful behavior.
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Deceit (noun)
(an act of) keeping the truth hidden, especially to get an advantage
Example: The story is about theft, fraud, and deceit on an incredible scale.
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To deceive
To persuade someone that something false is the truth, or to keep the truth hidden from someone for your own advantage
Example: The company deceived customers by selling old computers as new ones.
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Cunning (adj.)
Cunning people are clever at planning something so that they get what they want, especially by tricking other people, or things that are cleverly made for a particular purpose
Example: He's a very cunning man.
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Seldom (adv.)
Almost never
Example: Now that we have a baby, we seldom get the chance to go to the cinema.
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To deter
To prevent or discourage someone from doing something
Example: High prices are deterring many young people from buying houses.
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To resemble
To look like or be like someone or something
Example: You resemble your mother very closely.
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To frown
To bring your eyebrows together so that there are lines on your face above your eyes to show that you are annoyed or worried
Example: He frowned as he read the instructions, as if puzzled.
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Twig
A small, thin branch of a tree or bush, especially one removed from the tree or bush and without any leaves:
Example: We collected dry twigs to start the fire.
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Branch
A part of something larger
Example: In the US, the president is part of the executive branch of the government.
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Intricate (adj.)
With many complicated details that make something difficult to understand
Example: The tiled floor is installed in an intricate pattern.
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Pattern
A particular way in which something is done, is organized, or happens
Example: The pattern of family life has been changing over recent years.
Example: It is difficult to discern any pattern in these figures.
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Earnest (adj.)
Serious and determined, especially too serious and unable to find your own actions funny
Example: He was a very earnest young man.
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To abound
To exist in large numbers
Example: Theories abound about how the universe began.
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Briefly (adv.)
For a short time or using few words
Example: We chatted briefly about the weather.
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Commodity
A substance or product that can be traded, bought, or sold
Example: The country's most valuable commodities include tin and diamonds.
A valuable quality
Example: If you're going into teaching, energy is a necessary commodity.
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Overdue (adj.)
Not done or happening when expected or when needed; late
Example: Changes to the tax system are long overdue.
Example: The baby is two weeks overdue (= the baby was expected to be born two weeks ago).
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Undue (adj.)
Excessive
Example: His writing is elegant without calling undue attention to itself.
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Exaggerate
To make something seem larger, more important, better, or worse than it really is
Example: Don't exaggerate - it wasn't that expensive.
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Swiftly (adv.)
Quickly or immediately
Example: Walking swiftly, he was at the office within minutes.
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Eager (adj.)
Wanting very much to do or have something, especially something interesting or enjoyable
Example: She sounded very eager to meet you.
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Backgammon
A game for two people in which you throw dice and move circular pieces around a special board with a pattern of narrow triangles
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Bias (noun)
The action of supporting or opposing a particular person or thing in an unfair way, because of allowing personal opinions to influence your judgment
Example: The senator has accused the media of bias.
Example: There was clear evidence of a strong bias against her.
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Biased (adj.)
Showing an unreasonable like or dislike for a person based on personal opinions
Example: The newspapers gave a very biased report of the meeting.
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To baffle
To cause someone to be completely unable to understand or explain something
Example: She was completely baffled by his strange behaviour.
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Hunch
An idea that is based on feeling and for which there is no proof
Example: I had a hunch that you'd be here.
Example: Sometimes you have to be prepared to act on/follow a hunch.
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To overhaul
To repair or improve something so that every part of it works as it should
Example: I got the engine overhauled.
Example: The government has recently overhauled the healthcare system.
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Assessment (noun)
The act of judging or deciding the amount, value, quality, or importance of something, or the judgment or decision that is made
Example: Would you say that is a fair assessment of the situation?
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To assess
To judge or decide the amount, value, quality, or importance of something
Example: Exams are not the only means of assessing a student's ability.
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Query
A question, often expressing doubt about something or looking for an answer from an authority
Example: If you have any queries about your treatment, the doctor will answer them.
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Conscientious
Putting a lot of effort into your work
Example: a conscientious student
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To cram
To force a lot of things into a small space
Example: Eight children were crammed into the back of the car.
To try to learn a lot very quickly before an exam.
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Brainchild
An original idea, plan, or invention
Example: The project was the brainchild of one of the students.
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Brainwave
A sudden clever idea
Example: I couldn't see how I could get home from the station - then I had a brainwave.
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Sudden (adj.)
Happening or done quickly and without warning
Example: Drop the gun, put your hands in the air, and don't make any sudden movements.
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Misapprehension
A failure to understand something, or an understanding or belief about something that is not correct
Example: Most industrialists labour under a misapprehension (= wrongly believe) that unrestrained economic growth can be achieved without damaging the environment.
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Dim (adj.)
Not giving or having much light
Example: The lamp gave out a dim light.
Not very clever
Example: He's a nice guy, but a little dim.
Example: A dim point of view.
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Syllabus
(a plan showing) the subjects or books to be studied in a particular course, especially a course that leads to an exam
Example: Which novels are on the syllabus this year?
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Latter (adj.)
Near or towards the end of something
Example: Building of the new library should begin in the latter part of next year.
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Latter (noun)
The second of two people, things, or groups previously mentioned
Example: She offered me more money or a car and I chose the latter.
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To suss
To realize, understand, or discover
Example: He never sussed (out) that they'd tricked him.
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Recurring
Happening many times, or happening again
Example: Francis suffered all his life from a recurring nightmare that he was trapped in a falling house.
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Thorough
Detailed and careful
Example: They did a thorough search of the area but found nothing.
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Onslaught
A very powerful attack
Example: Scotland's onslaught on Wales in the second half of the match earned them a 4–1 victory.
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To slaughter
To cruelly and unfairly kill a lot of people
Example: Thousands of people were slaughtered in the civil war.
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Diner
Someone who is eating a meal, especially in a restaurant
Example: He comes in very early – he’s an early diner.
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Javelin
A long stick with a pointed end that is thrown in sports competitions
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Receipt
Something such as a piece of paper or message proving that money, goods, or information have been received
Example: Make sure you are given a receipt for everything you buy.
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To conceive
To imagine something
Example: He couldn't conceive of a time when he would have no job.
Example: I find it hard to conceive (= it is too shocking to imagine) that people are still treated so badly.
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Badly
In a severe and harmful way
Example: She was badly affected by the events in her childhood.
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Childhood
The time when someone is a child
Example: She had an unhappy childhood.
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Spanner
A metal tool with a shaped end, used to turn nuts and bolts
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Bolt
A screw-like metal object without a point, used with a nut to fasten things together
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Offspring
A person's children
Example: Tom's sister came over on Saturday with all her offspring.
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Outskirts
The areas on the edge of a town or city
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Local community
A group of people who interact and live in the same area
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Rush hour
The busy part of the day when towns and cities are crowded
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The Tube
London's underground train system
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Hectic
Full of activity, or very busy and fast
Example: the hectic pace of city life.
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Love-hate relationship
Strong feelings about someone or something that are a mixture of love and hate
Example: He had a love-hate relationship with London.
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To assume
To accept something to be true without question or proof
Example: I assumed (that) you knew each other because you went to the same school.
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Originally
In the beginning; when something first existed
Example: It was a bedroom originally, but we turned it into a study.
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Slightly (adv.)
A little
Example: She's slightly taller than her sister.
Example: I live slightly on the outskirts.
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Quietness
The quality of making very little noise
Example: This luxury car offers comfort, quietness, and speed.
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Stillness
Total lack of movement or changing of position
Example: They gazed into the stillness of the water.
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Particularly (adv.)
Especially, or more than usual
Example: I didn't particularly want to go, but I had to.
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Downside
Disadvantage
Example: The downside of living here, of course, is that it is expensive.
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To found
To bring something into existence
Example: Boston was founded in 1630 by Puritan colonists from England.
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Achievement
Something very good and difficult that you have succeeded in doing
Example: An Olympic silver medal is a remarkable achievement for one so young.
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Remarkable
Unusual or special and therefore surprising and worth mentioning
Example: Nelson Mandela was a truly remarkable man.
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Uninvited
Not invited
Example: He arrived uninvited in a taxi.
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To attend
To go to an event, place, etc.
Example: Over two hundred people attended the funeral.
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Synopsis
A brief summary
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To graze
To eat grass in a field
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Pasture
Land covered with grass
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Fledgling (adj.)
New or not experienced
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Dung
Animal excrement
Manure
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Manure
Animal dung used for fertilizing land
Example: The ground should be well dug and manured.
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To wring
To squeeze or twist something
Example: I could wring your neck.
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Crowning (adj.)
The triumphant culmination of an effort
Example: The crowning moment of a worthy career.
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To utter
Say something aloud
Example: She sat through the whole meeting without uttering a word.
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Attic
A space inside the roof of a building
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Incumbent (adj.)
Officially having the named position
Example: The incumbent president faces problems which began many years before he took office.
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Denomination
A religious grup that has slightly different beliefs than other grups that share the same religion
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Parish
Territorial entity in many Christian denominations (parohie)
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Vicar
Preot, paroh
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Slab
A large, thick, flat piece of stone, concrete or bread, cake
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To sack
To fire
Example: They sacked her for being late.
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To fetch
To go to another place to get something or someone and bring it, him, or her back
Example: Could you fetch me my glasses/fetch my glasses for me from the other room, please?
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Asynchronous
Not happening or done at the same time or speed
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Sumptuous
Splendid, expensive-looking
Example: The celebrity guests turned up dressed in sumptuous evening gowns.
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Lavish
Large in quantity and expensive or impressive
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Fed up (adj.)
Bored, annoyed
Example: I'm fed up with my job.
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Bookworm
I like studying although I'm not that much of a bookworm.
A 'bookworm' is someone who likes to study and read. Notice the following:
1. I have never been much of a bookworm.
2. She did very well at school, as she was a real bookworm.
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The real world
It's about time to get out to the real world and earn some money.
'In the real world' means 'in reality.'
Notice the following:
1. In the real world things are not as romantic as in the movies.
2. She needs to get in the real world and understand that she needs to earn money.
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A 9-5 schedule
You get so much time off, and you don't have to work a 9-5 schedule.
A '9-5 schedule' means that you are working normal office hours, which start at 9 AM and go to 5 PM.
Notice the following:
1. Because I run my own business I don't have a 9-5 schedule.
2. It suits her that she does not have the regular 9-5 schedule.
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I'm really into the banking industry
I have given it a couple of thoughts but right now, I'm really into the banking industry.
'I'm really into the banking industry' means that you are interested in the world of banking and would like to make that your career.
Notice the following:
1. I'm really into the health industry, and I would like to get some work experience in that field.
2. She says that she is really into the music industry.
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Give it a go
The financing industry, and so probably I might give it a go.
When you 'give something a go,' it means that you try it. Notice the following:
1. I have never done it before but I will give it a go.
2. Why don't you give it a go? You never know; you might like it.
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Crack them
Take some eggs and crack them into a bowl.
To 'crack' something is to break it. In this case to break the eggs so that they open. Notice the following:
1. Can you crack open these peanuts?
2. It is difficult to crack open a coconut.
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To whisk
Whisk the eggs until they're quite high and fluffy.
To 'whisk' something is to stir a liquid really quickly with a special cooking tool. Notice the following:
1. Did you whisk the milk and sugar?
2. It is important to whisk the ingredients really well.
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At an angle
You need a small pan with sides that go up at an angle.
If something is 'at an angle' it is not exactly straight up and down, but leaning or off to one side. Notice the following:
1. That picture is hanging at an angle.
2. The back of the chair was at an angle to make it more comfortable.
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Whipped up
Take the whipped up eggs and pour them into the pan.
If something is 'whipped up' it is mixed quickly for a long time to add air to it. Notice the following:
1. The cream was whipped up into small peaks.
2. Do the butter and sugar need to be whipped up?
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Flip it over
When most of the egg is cooked, flip it over and cook the other side lightly.
When you 'flip something over' you turn it to the other side. In cooking we do this so both sides are cooked evenly. Notice the following:
1. You should flip the towels over so both sides get dry.
2. Remember to flip the steak over in about 7 minutes.
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It depends on
It depends on the journey how much your fare is.
If something 'depends on' something else they are connected and change together. Notice the following:
1. Her wage depends on what kind of work she is doing.
2. The plan depends on the weather.
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Pick out
Can you pick out anyone on that bus who looks interesting?
To 'pick out' something or someone is to choose or select that person or thing. Notice the following:
1. Does your daughter pick out what she wears?
2. You should pick out a snack to take with you.
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Raise (dogs)
My family actually raises dogs for helping blind people.
To 'raise' a dog means to care for a dog from the time they are very young until they are mature. Notice the following:
1. It is easy to raise your children in the suburbs.
2. We used to raise chickens a few years ago.
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Training school
Sometimes, they train the dogs in a training school.
To 'train' an animal is to teach it to act the way you want it to. Animals learn these things at a training school. Notice the following:
1. Most people send their dogs to training school.
2. He trained his dog to roll over.
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Keep pets
Why do you think people keep pets?
To 'keep' a pet to is have an animal that lives in your house that you care for. Notice the following:
1. We kept rabbits as pets for a long time.
2. Would you ever keep a pet snake?
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Associated with
What would you say is the biggest cost associated with keeping a pet?
The 'biggest cost' refers to the most expensive part of something. Notice the following:
1. For most people the biggest cost associated with having a car is the gasoline.
2. What's the biggest cost associated with having a house?
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Hassle
Cleaning up pee and things like that can be a hassle.
A hassle is a difficult or frustrating task. Notice the following:
1. Planning parties can be a big hassle.
2. Is it a hassle to give me a ride home?
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Boisterous
Noisy, energetic
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Like night and day
My mom and dad are like night and day.
We say things are like 'night and day' when they are very different or opposite. Notice the following:
1. The difference between the new washing machine and the old one is like night and day.
2. My sister and I are like night and day.
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To resemble
Everybody tells her how young she looks and how she resembles my sister.
To 'resemble' someone or something is to have a similar appearance. Notice the following:
1. He resembles George Clooney a little.
2. That rock kind of resembles an elephant.
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Complement each other
My parents are completely opposite and they complement each other very well.
If two things or people 'complement each other' they match each other or have a nice balance. Notice the following:
1. Do you think sweet and salty food complement each other?
2. My two jobs really complement each other. One is active and at the other one I just sit.
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Goose (geese pl.)
Gasca
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Claimed that
Pretinse
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To compile
To collect information from different places and arrange it in a book, report, or list
Example: We're compiling some facts and figures for a documentary on the subject.
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Treatise (on sth.)
A formal piece of writing that considers and examines a particular subject
Example: A six-volume treatise on trademark law
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Wheelwright
A craftsman who makes wheels.
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Affair
A sexual relationship, especially a secret one
Example: The book doesn't make any mention of his love affairs.
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Maiser
Someone who has a strong wish to have money and hates to spend it
Example: On environmental spending, the president is a miser.
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Raincoat
Pelerina de ploaie
| Fulgarina
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Schoolmate
Coleg de scoala
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... degrees below zero
Minus ... grade
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Chambermaid (maid)
a woman employed in a hotel to clean and tidy bedrooms
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Make up sb's mind
To make a final decision after a period of consideration.
Example: The chambermaid cannot have made up her mind to resign before she turns ninety.
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To be forced to
Sa fi fortat
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To run out of
To finish, use, or sell all of something, so that there is none left
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Applicant for...
A person who formally requests something, especially a job, or to study at a college or university
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Position
A rank or level in a company, competition or society
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Tamer
Imblanzitor
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Blossom
The state of flowering
Example: Chestnuts in blossom
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Reprise
To repeat a song, performance, or set of actions
Example: I was to play the doctor, reprising a role I’d done years earlier.
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Toot
To make a short sound
Example: In llama-land there's an one-man band/And he'll toot his flute for you.
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Starry-eyed
If you are starry-eyed, you have a lot of thoughts and opinions that are unreasonably positive, so you do not understand things as they really are
Example: We'll just glide starry-eyed.
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Weather-wise
Skilled in forecasting the changes in weather, opinion or feeling
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Abroad
In or to a foreign country or countries
Example: He's currently abroad on business.
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Straight ahead
In front
Example: Turn left at the traffic lights, and you'll see the hospital straight ahead.
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Have yet to
If you have yet to do something, you have not done it
Example: They have yet to make a decision.
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Pity
A feeling of sadness or sympathy for someone else's unhappiness or difficult situation
Example: The girl stood gazing in/with pity at the old lion in the cage.
Example: She agreed to go out with him more out of pity than anything.
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Basis
The most important facts, ideas, etc. from which something is developed
Example: Decisions were often made on the basis of (= using) incorrect information.
Example: This document will form the basis for our discussion.
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Assume
To accept something to be true without question or proof:
Example: Let's assume (that) they're coming and make plans on that basis.
Example: [ + to infinitive ] We can't assume the suspects to be guilty simply because they've decided to remain silent.
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To contemplate
To spend time considering a possible future action, or to consider one particular thing for a long time in a serious and quiet way
Example: [ + -ing verb ] I'm contemplating going abroad for a year.
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To consider
To spend time thinking about a possibility or making a decision
Example: [ + question word ] Have you considered what you'll do if you don't get the job?
Example: [ + -ing verb ] We're considering selling the house.
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Cynical
Believing that people are only interested in themselves and are not sincere
Example: She has a pretty cynical view of men.
Example: I've always been deeply cynical about politicians.
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To deduce
To reach an answer or a decision by thinking carefully about the known facts
Example: We cannot deduce very much from these figures.
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To reach an answer
The result of considering a situation.
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Deliberate
To think or talk seriously and carefully about something
Example: The jury took five days to deliberate on the case.
Example: [ + question word ] He's deliberating whether or not to accept the new job that he's been offered.
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Dubios
Thought not to be completely true or not able to be trusted
Example: These claims are dubious and not scientifically proven.
Example: He has been associated with some dubious characters.
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Judicial system
Sistem judiciar
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To gather
To collect several things
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To grasp
To quickly take something in your hands and hold it firmly
Example: She suddenly grasped my hand.
If you take an opportunity, you take it eagerly
Example: We must grasp every opportunity to strengthen economic ties with other countries.
To understand something difficult
Example: I think I managed to grasp the main points of the lecture.
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Guesswork
The process of making a guess
Example: The projected sales figures are pure guesswork on our part.
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Ideology
A set of beliefs (especially one on which a party or organization is based)
Example: The people are caught between two opposing ideologies.
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Ingenious
Very intelligent and skillful
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Plausible
Seeming likely to be true
Example: A plausible explanation/excuse.
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To ponder
To think carefully about something, especially for a noticeable length of time
Example: She sat back for a minute to ponder her next move in the game.
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Prejudiced
Biased
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Presume
To believe something to be true because it is very likely, although you are not certain
Example: [ + (that) ] I presume (that) they're not coming, since they haven't replied to the invitation.
Example: "Are we walking to the hotel?" "I presume not/so."
Example: [ + obj + adj ] The boat's captain is missing, presumed dead (= it is believed that he is dead).
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To reflect
To think carefully
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To reflect on something/someone
To influence
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Sceptical
Doubting that something is true
Example: Many experts remain skeptical about/of his claims.
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To speculate
To guess possible answers to a question when you do not have enough information to be certain
Example: I don't know why she did it - I'm just speculating.
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To suppose
To think that something is likely to be true
Used at the beginning of a sentence to mean "what would happen if"
Example: Suppose we miss the train - what will we do then?
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Attentive
Listening carefully
Example: An attentive audience.
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Knowledgeable
Knowing a lot
Example: He is very knowledgeable about German literature.
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Mock exam
Simulare
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To plagiarize
A plagia
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Tuition
The activity of teaching
Example: All students receive tuition in logic.
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To amend
To change the words of a text, especially a law or a legal document
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Easy going
Relaxed and not easily upset or worried
Example: A friendly, easy-going type of guy
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To shed
To get rid of something
Example: As the day warmed up, she shed her sweater
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Lean
Thin and healthy
Example: Lit and fit
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Every once in a while
Sometimes, but not regularly
Example: You meet some interesting people every once a while.
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To head back
Return to some place or thing
Example: Oh wow, it's already time for us to head back?
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Short break from something
Time that is used to relax and escape from the stress of daily life
Example: A weekend away will be a short break from life.
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Chilly
Too cold to be comfortable
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A maximum of ...
Example: The temperature will reach a maximum of 27°C today.
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To look forward to + verb + ing
Example: I look forward to hearing from you.
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Buck
Male of some horned animals
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From time to time
Occasionally, sometimes
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Liable
Very likely to do something
Example: He is liable to make a fuss if you wake him.
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Fuss
A show of anger, excitement or worry that is unnecessary or greater than the situation deserves
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Made up
Created by the imagination or invented and not true
Example: A made-up name
Assembled
Example: Food made up mostly of tomatoes.
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What's it like ...
What's it like to have a roommate?
When you ask 'what's it like' you want the speaker to describe something for you. Notice the following:
1. What's it like to be married?
2. What's it like to have a real job?
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...-based
She made tomato-based Indian curry.
If a food is 'tomato-based' it is made up mostly of tomatoes.
We can put the word '-based' after other words to show the composition of something. Notice the following:
1. Is the soup tomato-based?
2. Is the class conversation-based?
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Spare room
We use one of the rooms as a spare room.
A 'spare room' is a room that you have available for guests or a room where nobody permanently lives. Notice the following:
1. We have a spare room for you to stay in.
2. How many spare rooms do you have?
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Promptly
Quickly, without delay, or at the arranged time
Example: The train left promptly at 8:06.
Example: I was promptly given the beginner infants.
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To prompt
To make something happen
Example: Recent worries over (about) the president's health have prompted speculation over (about) his political future.
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To burst into tears
To start crying
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Stop someone FROM something
Stop them from crying
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To identify with someone
To understand how they feel
Example: I can identify with how you are feeling.
Example: It is nice to have co-workers you can identify with.
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Awhile
For a short time
Example: I'd like to rest awhile before we continue.
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Hopefully
In a hopeful way
Example: “Do you have the tickets?” he asked hopefully.
Example: Hopefully (= I/we hope that), dad will get home before his supper gets cold.
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Condominium
An apartment building in which each apartment is owned separately by the people living in it, but also containing shared areas
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Elderly
Polite word for old
Example: Elderly relatives/couple
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Elderly
Polite word for old
Example: Elderly relatives/couple
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...from the time...
We spent probably three years there from the time I was born.
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Close to tears
We were close to tears from laughing so hard on the train.
If you are 'close to tears' you are almost to the point of crying. In the example, it refers to crying from laughing so hard. Notice the following:
1. She was so frustrated that she was close to tears.
2. The team was close to tears when they lost the game.
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Squabble
An argument over something that is not important
Example: Polly and Susie were having a squabble about who was going to hold the dog's lead.
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Leery (adj.)
Not trusting someone or something and usually avoiding him, her, or it if possible
Example: I've always been a little leery of authority figures.
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Fairly quickly
Quick, fast
Example: I completed the task fairly quickly
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It takes a certain type of person to...
It takes a certain kind of person to decide to leave everything familiar behind and meet new people, have new experiences.
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Maturely
In a mature and responsible way
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Well off
Rich
Example: Her family was very well off.
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Unattended
Not being watched or taken care of
Example: Please do not leave your luggage unattended.
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On my way/All the way HERE
Except maybe that bakery you passed on your way here.
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In retrospect
Thinking now about something in the past
Example: I'm sure my university days seem happier in retrospect than they really were.
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Rumored
Used to refer to a fact or piece of news that might be true or invented, and quickly spreads from person to person
Example: The rumored stock market crash has yet to take place.
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Candidate for...
A person who is competing to get a job or elected position
Example: The English Department is a likely candidate FOR staff cuts.
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Presidential/Mayoral (candidate)
Relating to, belonging to, or done by a president
Example: "Art and the Community" was the theme of her presidential address to the annual meeting.
Example: A presidential candidate.
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Address (to)
A formal speech
Example: She gave an address TO the Royal Academy
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Fur cap
Caciula de blana
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To fine someone FOR something
To charge someone an amount of money as a punishment for not obeying a rule or law
Example: Drivers who exceed the speed limit can expect to be fined heavily.
Example: They fined him £100 for using threatening behavior.
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To pay FOR something
How much did you pay for the tickets?
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Chaplain
A Christian official who is responsible for the religious needs of an organization (capelan)
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To enter THE...
The police entered (THE building) through/by the side door.
| You will begin to feel sleepy as the drug enters THE bloodstream.
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Search FOR something
The police searched the woods for the missing boy.
| She searched his face for some sign of forgiveness, but it remained expressionless.
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Corporal
Caporal (low rank)
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Superior
Higher in rank or social position than others
Example: The soldier was reported to his superior officer for failing in his duties.
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To be mad AT someone
Are you still mad at me?
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To be angry WITH someone
I got really angry with her.
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Wright
A person who makes or builds things, especially out of wood
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Carpenter
A person whose job is making and repairing wooden objects and structures
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Mortgage
An agreement that allows you to borrow money from a bank or similar organization, especially in order to buy a house, or the amount of money itself
Example: A monthly mortgage payment
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Cardiologist
Cardiolog
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To predict
To forecast
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Older/Elder brother
After she was widowed, she shared a house with her elder brother.
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Elder
An old person
Example: You should listen to the advice of your elders.
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Elderly
Polite word for old
Example: elderly relatives
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Stepbrother
Frate vitreg
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Brother-in-law
Cumnat
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To bear
To give birth (bore - born)
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Strain
Something that makes you feel nervous and worried
Example: He's been under a lot of strain recently.
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Sailor
Seafarer
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Gingerbread
Turta dulce
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Housewife
Gospodina
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Terrified
Frightened
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Beaver
Castor
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To snore
A sforai
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In time
Punctually
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Often
Many times
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Bishop
Episcop
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For all I know
Said when one is uncertain or has limited details about something.
Example: I haven't talked to Marie in weeks, so, for all I know, she's not even coming to the dinner party tonight.
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Bumblebee
a large bee that is covered with short hairs and makes a loud noise when it flies
Bondar
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Horseman
a person who rides a horse, especially someone who rides well
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Play an instrument (very) WELL
He plays the violin very well.
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Wayfarer
Someone who travels on foot
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To GET sick
To be or become ill or generally unwell.
Example: I got really sick last week and had to miss several days of work.
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To FALL ill
To become sick
Example: Mom has fallen ill, so she can't watch the kids tonight after all.
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Honestly
Truly
Example: I can't honestly say what time I'll be home.
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To prosecute
To officially accuse someone of committing a crime in a law court, or (of a lawyer) to try to prove that a person accused of committing a crime is guilty of that crime
Example: Shoplifters will be prosecuted.
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Attorney
Procuror
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General Secretary
Secretar general
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Usurer
A person who lends someone money with the agreement that they will pay back a very much larger amount of money later (camatar)
Example: Usurers continued to exploit the poor until people could take it no more.
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... laureate
A person who has been given a very high honour because of their ability in a subject of study
Example: Poet laureate
Example: a Nobel laureate
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To inherit
To receive money, a house, etc. from someone (after they have died)
Example: All her children will inherit equally.
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Equally
Fairly and in the same way
Example: In an ideal world, would everyone get treated equally?
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To feast ON
To eat a lot of good food and enjoy it very much
Example: The two of us feasted on smoked salmon.
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Knight errant
A medieval knight who travelled around doing brave things and helping people who were in trouble
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Pray TO someone THAT
| Pray FOR something/someone
[ + that ] We've been praying to God that your son will make a complete recovery.
We're praying FOR good weather for tomorrow's game.
Let us pray FOR the victims of this terrible disaster.
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Ogre
A large frightening character in children's stories who eats children
Capcaun
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Fierce
Physically violent and frightening
Example: A fierce attack/battle
Example: Two men were shot during fierce fighting last weekend.
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To grant
To give or allow someone something, usually in an official way
Example: She granted their request.
Example: They granted her an entry visa.
An amount of money given especially by the government to a person or organization for a special purpose
Example: A student/research grant
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Dwarf
Pitic
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Chieftain
The leader of a tribe
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Unless
Except if
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Cellar
A room under the ground floor of a building, usually used for storing things
Pivnita
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Neighbor downstairs
Vecinul de jos
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Scholar
A person who studies a subject in great detail, especially at a university
Example: A classics/history scholar
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Fortune teller
A person who tells you what they think will happen to you in the future
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x meter/inch high/tall
I'm 2 meter tall
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That will do
said to mean that you do not want any more of something
Example: "Do you need more potatoes peeled?" "No, that'll do, thanks."
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Insist on + verb + ing
| Insist + that clause
She insisted on seeing her lawyer.
| [ + (that) ] Greg still insists (that) he did nothing wrong.
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Consent
Permission or agreement
Example: They can't publish your name without your consent.
Example: You can only come to the trip if your parents give their consent.
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Widespread (adj.)
Existing or happening in many places and/or among many people
Example: The campaign has received widespread support.
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To stride
To walk somewhere quickly with long steps
Example: She strode across the room and demanded to speak to the manager.
Example: Wordsworth siblings were used to striding long distances.
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Foul (adj.)
Extremely unpleasant
Example: I've had a foul day at work.
Example: Those toilets smell foul!
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Daffodil
Narcisa
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To flutter
To make a series of quick delicate movements up and down or from side to side, or to cause something to do this
Example: Brightly coloured flags were fluttering in the breeze.
Example: Leaves fluttered down onto the path.
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Scenery (noun)
The general appearance of the natural environment, especially when it is beautiful
Example: Beautiful/breathtaking/spectacular scenery
Example: They stopped at the top of the hill to admire the scenery
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Terrific
Very good or enjoyable
Example: Kate looks absolutely terrific tonight
Used to emphasize the great amount or degree of something
Example: The police car drove past at a terrific speed
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Cottage
A small house, usually in the countryside
Example: They live in an idyllic country cottage, with roses around the door.
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Rambler
A person who enjoys long walks in the countryside
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Sparkling
Shining brightly
Example: Sparkling white teeth
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Keen
Eager, very interested
Example: They were very keen to start work as soon as possible.
Example: He is rather keen ON a girl in his school. (he is very attracted to her)
Example: She is keen on (playing) tennis.
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Sight
Something that is in someone's view
Example: He wanted outsiders to admire local sights he enjoyed so much.
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To oppose
To disagree with something or someone, often by speaking or fighting against it, him or her
Example: [ + -ing verb ] I would certainly oppose changing the system.
Example: Most of the local residents opposed the closing of the school.
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To campaign
To organize a series of activities to try to achieve something
Example: He campaigned in the 1840s against a plan to link the towns in the area by rail.
Example: [ + to infinitive ] They've been campaigning for years to get him out of prison.
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Northernmost/Southernmost (adj.)
Furthest towards the north/south of an area
Example: Cape Columbia is the northernmost POINT of Canada
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Turning point
The time at which a situation starts to change in an important way
Example: The organization called the new regulations a turning point IN the campaign against smoking.
Example: The turning point IN her political career came when she was chosen to run for a Senate seat.
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Shockingly (adv.)
In a way that is extremely bad or unpleasant, or of very low quality
Example: The service was shockingly bad.
Example: They charge shockingly high prices.
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Along
In a line next to something long
Example: Cars were parked all along the road.
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Clump
A group, especially of trees or flowers
Example: A clump of daffodils.
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Proudly (adv.)
In a proud way
Example: They aren't tall yellow trumpets (daffodils) proudly swaying in the breeze.
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To sway
To move slowly from side to side
To flutter
Example: They aren't tall yellow trumpets (daffodils) proudly swaying in the breeze
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Individual (adj.)
Existing and considered separately from the other things or people in a group
Example: They're grouped around individual trees rather than collecting together.
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Glimpse (noun)
An occasion when you see something or someone for a very short time
Example: I only caught (= had) a fleeting glimpse of the driver of the getaway car, but I know I would recognize her if I saw her again.
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To imply
To communicate an idea or feeling without saying it directly
Example: [ + (that) ] Are you implying (that) I'm fat?
Example: I detected an implied criticism of the way he was treated.
To involve something or make it necessary
Example: Socialism implies equality
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Tomcat
Motan
377
Novel
Roman
378
Bookshop
Library
379
Sheep sg.
Sheep pl.
380
Shephard
A person whose job is to take care of sheep and move them from one place to another
Cioban
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Ball
Bal
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Drawing room
A comfortable room in a large house used for relaxing or for entertaining guests
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Squirrel
Veverita
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To witness
To see something happen, especially an accident or crime
Example: Did anyone witness the attack?
! Be witness to something - to see something happen
Example: She was witness to the tragic event.
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Incident
An event that is either unpleasant or unusual
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Historian
Istoric
Someone who writes about or studies history
387
Will
Testament
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To state
To say or write something, especially clearly and carefully
389
Can't/Couldn't help + verb + ing
If you can't/couldn't help something, such as acting in a particular way or making a particular remark, you are/were not able to control or stop it
Example: It was awful, but I couldn't help laughing.
Example: I can't help thinking (= my true feeling is that) she'd be better off without him.
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Better off (adj.)
To be in a better situation, if or after something happens
Example: He'd be better off working for a bigger company.
To have more money than you had in the past or more money than most other people
Example: When his parents died, he found himself $100,000 better off (= he had $100,000 more than before).
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Cab driver
Taxi driver
392
Have money ON you
I gave the cab driver all the money I had on me, and he should have been satisfied.
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Satisfied
Multumit
Pleased because you have got what you wanted, or because something has happened in the way that you wanted
Example: Some people are never satisfied.
394
Governor
Guvernator
395
To wonder
To ask yourself questions or express a wish to know about something
Example: [ + question word ] Shouldn't you phone home? Your parents will be wondering where you are.
Example: He's starting to wonder whether he did the right thing in accepting this job.
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Be/have something to do with something
To be related to something or a cause of something but not in a way that you know about or understand exactly
Example: I'm not sure what he does exactly - it's something to do with finance.
Example: It might have something to do with the way it's made.
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Headmaster
Director de scoala
398
Go bankrupt
Unable to pay what you owe, and having had control of your financial matters given, by a law court, to a person who sells your property to pay your debts
Example: He went bankrupt after only a year in business.
399
Jailer
Prison guard
Temnicier
400
To convict
To decide officially in a law court that someone is guilty of a crime
Example: He has twice been convicted of
robbery/arson.
Escaped convict
401
Bring one to justice
To punish one for a crime committed
Example: My lawyer is confident that we can bring the man who stole my money to justice.
402
Chimney sweeper
Cosar
403
Tramp
Vagabond
A person with no home, job, or money who travels around and asks for money from other people
404
To crown
To put a crown on someone's head in an official ceremony that makes that person king or queen
Example: Queen Elizabeth II was crowned (queen) (= made queen in a special ceremony) in 1953.
405
Slum
Mahala
A very poor and crowded area, especially of a city
Example: She was brought-up in the slums of Lima.
406
Prince Charming
Fat Frumos
407
To forbid
to refuse to allow something, especially officially, or to Prevent a particular plan of action by making it impossible
A interzice
Example: He is forbidden from leaving the country.
Example: He's obviously really embarrassed about it because he forbade me to tell anyone.
Example: The law forbids the sale of cigarettes to people under the age of 16.
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Postman
Postas
409
Lest
In order to prevent any possibility that something will happen
For fear that
Example: Gramps is too frightened to move, lest he disturb the infant.
410
Catch somebody red-handed
To find somebody in the act of doing something illegal
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All (last) week
All last week he kept complaining about the weather.
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Keep + verb + ing
To continue doing something without stopping, or to do it repeatedly
Example: I kept hoping that he'd phone me.
413
To slander
To damage someone's reputation by making a false spoken statement about them
414
To congratulate someone ON something
I was just congratulating Ceri ON winning/ON having won her race.
415
All family/friends
All my family is here to celebrate.
416
(All the) way home
All the way home, the teenager kept mumbling that he'd rather grown-ups treated him better.
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Grown-up
Adult
418
Patient
Pacient
419
Lunatic
Crazy
| Mentally ill
420
To realize
To understand a situation, sometimes suddenly
Example: They didn't realize the danger they were in.
421
Remote control
Telecomanda
422
To confiscate
Miss Edwards confiscated my phone!
423
Butler
Servant
424
Servant
Majordom
425
To discover
To realize
| To find out
426
Heathen
Pagan
427
Inhabitant
Resident
428
Pilgrim
Pelerin
429
Ruler
Leader
430
Ever since
De atunci incoace
Continuously since that time
Example: He's been depressed ever since he got divorced.
431
Dungeon
Temnita
An underground prison, especially in a castle
432
Uprising
Revolta
An act of opposition, sometimes using violence, by many people in one area of a country against those who are in power
Example: Following a determined resistance in the east, there was eventually a popular uprising in the capital.
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Teetotaller
Someone who never drinks alcohol
Example: He himself was a non-smoking teetotaler.
434
Primarily
Mainly
Example: We're primarily concerned with keeping expenditure down.
Example: Baseball is primarily a summer game.
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Nearby
Not far away
Example: If there is a café nearby, we could stop for a snack.
436
Dozens
A large but not exact number
Example: She coordinates the work of dozens of employees.
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To coordinate
To make many different things work effectively as a whole.
438
Effectively
In a way that is successful and achieves what you want
Example: The tablets work more effectively if you take a hot drink after them.
Used when you describe what the real result of a situation is:
Example: His wife left him when the children were small, so he effectively brought up the family himself.
439
Formerly
In the past
Example: The European Union was formerly called the European Community.
440
Property
Proprietate
Example: Children need to be taught to have respect for other people's property.
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To comb
To search a place or an area very carefully in order to find something
Example: The police combed the whole area for evidence.
Example: Investigators combed THROUGH the wreckage.
442
Outage
A period when a service, such as electricity, is not available
Example: The radio news reported power outages affecting 50 homes.
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To down
To cause something or someone to fall to the ground
Example: We downed three enemy planes with our missiles.
444
Jock
A person who is extremely enthusiastic about sport.
445
Try your luck
To try to achieve something although you know you might not succeed
Example: He had always wanted to act and in 1959 came to London to try his luck on the stage.
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To be set in ...
If a story, film, etc. is set in a particular time or place, the action in it happens in that time or place
Example: "West side story" is set in New York in the late 1950s.
447
Heavy movie
A 'heavy movie' has an intense plot that makes you think or is very suspenseful. Notice the following:
1. She only likes to watch heavy movies.
2. The movie was good, but a little heavy for my mood.
448
Mostly
Primarily, mainly
Example: He has a series of problems of his own, mostly psychological.
449
To be aware of
If you are 'aware of' something you see or recognize it. Notice the following:
1. Were you aware of all the changes that happened when you were there?
2. I wasn't even aware of the fact that you were there.
3. He has a series of problems which she is not 100 percent aware of.
450
A bunch of ...
A number of things of the same type fastened together or in a close group
Example: a bunch of flowers/grapes/bananas/keys
451
To MAKE a decision
She has had to make some very difficult decisions.
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To decide
To choose something, especially after thinking carefully about several possibilities
Example: They have to decide by next Friday.
Example: [ + (that) ] She decided (that) she would travel to India.
Example: [ + to infinitive ] In the end, we decided to go to the theatre.
453
Face a problem
If you face a problem, or a problem faces you, you have to deal with it
Example: This is one of the many problems faced by working mothers.
Example: Passengers could face long delays.
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At that time
It's an ethical dilemma that she faced at that time.
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To affect
To have an influence on someone or something, or to cause a change in someone or something
Example: Both buildings were badly affected by the fire.
Example: The divorce affected every aspect of her life.
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Plot (plot line)
The story of a film, book, play, etc..
Example: The movie we saw last night has an intense plot.
A secret plan made by several people to do something that is wrong, harmful, or not legal, especially to do damage to a person or a government
Example: [ + to infinitive ] The police have foiled a plot to assassinate the president.
457
Suspenseful
Causing a feeling of excitement or nervousness because you are waiting for something to happen or are uncertain about what is going to happen
Example: A suspenseful plot.
458
Ethical dilemma
An 'ethical dilemma' is a difficult decision that tests what is the right thing to do. Notice the following:
1. It is a real ethical dilemma about what I should do.
2. There are many ethical dilemmas in life.
459
Psycho (adj. or noun)
(of a person) crazy and frightening
Kevin Kline is a psycho character in the movie.
A 'psycho character' is crazy and unpredictable because of mental problems. Notice the following:
1. He was kind of a psycho character when he was younger.
2. She is a psycho character when she gets mad.
460
All in all
We can use the phrase 'all in all' when we want to make a summary of everything that has been said in a writing or conversation. Notice the following:
1. All in all it was a really good trip
2. I am satisfied with my experience there all in all.
461
Narrator to ...
A writer who is actually a narrator to the movie as well, his character is great.
462
Deranged
Completely unable to think clearly or behave in a controlled way, especially because of mental illness
Example: He is a little bit deranged in itself.
463
In itself
In its own nature
| Viewed in its essential qualities
464
Neat
Tidy, with everything in its place
Example: Your house is always so neat - how do you manage it?
Example: She likes everything neat and tidy.
Neat people like to keep themselves, their house, and their possessions tidy and in good order
Example: Hassan is the neatest child I've ever met - even his shoes are clean!
Good
Example: That video game is really neat!
465
In vain
Unsuccessfully
Example: I tried in vain to start a conversation.
Example: All the police's efforts to find him were in vain.
466
Sickeningly sweet
If a situation is 'sickeningly sweet' it is so sentimental or romantic that it is difficult to watch. Notice the following:
1. They are sickeningly sweet together.
2. Her love songs are so sickeningly sweet that I almost can't stand to listen to them.
467
To get serious
If a relationship 'gets serious' it becomes more intense and looks like there is a future for long-term commitment.
1. How long before you two got really serious?
2. I think this relationship is going to get serious.
468
To get rid of
If you 'get rid of' something you are finished with it and you want it out of your life. Notice the following
1. He was trying to get rid of his ex-girlfriend.
2. I am getting rid of a bunch of clothes.
469
To write back and forth
To 'write back and forth' is to communicate through letters, e-mail or another form of written speech. Notice the following:
1. We were writing back and forth, telling each other how excited we were.
2. We wrote back and forth for a long time before we met.
3. She communicates mostly through writing back and forth.
470
To add insult to injury
Pui sare pe rana
To 'add insult to injury' is to make a situation worse by making an additional horrible comment or action.
Example: To add insult to injury he started dating her best friend.
471
To impose
To officially force a rule, tax, punishment to be obeyed or received
Example: Very high taxes have recently been imposed on cigarettes.
Example: Judges are imposing increasingly high fines for minor driving offences.
472
Self-imposed
Decided by yourself, without being influenced or ordered by other people
Example: The end of the year was their self-imposed deadline for finishing the building work.
473
Take something
To do or perform
Example: I was having lunch with my agent one day and telling her that I had started taking Japanese.
Example: Shelley is taking (= studying) economics at university.
Example: UK Mr. Marshall takes us for (= teaches us) physics.
474
To contain
To have something inside or include something as a part
Example: I lost a file containing a lot of important documents.
Example: Try to avoid foods which contain a lot of fat.
475
Sector
One of the areas of activity that a country's economy is divided into
Example: the agricultural/industrial/manufacturing sector
Example: the IT/technology/telecommunications sector
476
Percentage of
An amount of something, often expressed as a number out of 100
Example: What percentage OF women return to work after having a baby?
477
More than
If something is more than a particular thing, it has greater value or importance than this thing.
Example: The percentage of people over 50 playing computer games has more than doubled.
Example: We will be more than happy to help you in any way we can.
478
To expect
To think or believe something will happen, or someone will arrive
Example: We are expecting a lot of applicants for the job.
Example: I expect (that) he'd have left anyway.
Example: [ + to infinitive ] He didn't expect to see me.
479
To increase
To (make something) become larger in amount or size
Example: Incidents of armed robbery have increased over the last few years.
Example: Increased/Increasing efforts are being made to end the dispute.
480
Popularity
The fact that something or someone is liked, enjoyed, or supported by many people
Example: The increasing popularity of organic food
481
Visibility
The degree to which something is seen by the public
Example: The increasing visibility of the city's poor and homeless has forced the council into taking action.
482
Yet another
Used to add emphasis to words such as another and again, especially to show an increase in amount or the number of times something happens
Example: Rachel bought yet another pair of shoes to add to her collection.
Example: I'm sorry to bother you yet again.
483
To release
To move a device from a fixed position to allow it to move freely
Example: He released the handbrake and the car jumped forwards.
To fire a bomb or a missile (= flying weapon), or to allow it to fall
Example: The plane released its bombs at 10,000 feet.
484
Immense
Extremely large in size or degree
Example: They spent an immense amount of time getting the engine into perfect condition.
485
To gain
To get something that is useful, that gives you an advantage, or that is in some way positive, especially over a period of time
Example: The mayor has gained a lot of support from the teacher's union.
Example: [ + two objects ] It was her performances in Aida that gained her an international reputation as a soprano.
Example: She's certainly gained (in) confidence over the last couple of years.
486
Union
The act or the state of being joined together
Example: the electricians' union
Example: The mayor has gained a lot of support from the teacher's union.
487
To compete
To try to be more successful than someone or something else
Example: It's difficult for a small shop to compete against/with the big supermarkets.
Example: Both girls compete FOR their father's attention.
488
Nearly
Almost, or not completely
Example: It's been nearly three months since my last haircut.
Example: She's nearly as tall as her father now.
489
To enjoy
To get pleasure from something
Example: [ + -ing verb ] I want to travel because I enjoy meeting people and seeing new places.
Example: I really enjoyed that movie/book/concert/party/meal.
To have something good or lucky
Example: Even though he is 86, he enjoys excellent health.
490
Formative (adj.)
Relating to the time when someone or something is starting to develop in character
Example: She spent her formative YEARS in Africa.
491
To reconnect
To improve a relationship that has become less good or less close
Example: The candidate is making an effort to reconnect with rural voters.
492
Peaceful
Without violence
Example: She hoped the different ethnic groups in the area could live together in peaceful co-existence.
493
Regularly
Often
Example: She regularly appears on TV talk shows.
Example: Accidents regularly occur on this street.
494
Among (amongst)
In the middle of or surrounded by other things
Example: I saw a few familiar faces among the crowd.
Example: Rescue teams searched among the wreckage for survivors.
Happening or being included as part of a group of people or things
Example: Relax, you're among friends.
Example: She has worked as an estate agent among other things.
495
Growing
Increased/Increasing
Increasing in size or quantity
Example: There is a growing awareness of the seriousness of the disease.
496
Awareness
Knowledge that something exists, or understanding of a situation or subject at the present time based on information or experience
Example: Public awareness of the problem will make politicians take it seriously.
Example: Environmental awareness has increased dramatically over the past decade.
497
Dramatically
Suddenly or obviously
Example: Your life changes dramatically when you have a baby to take care of.
498
Seriousness
The state of being very bad or severe
Example: I don't think he has any idea of the seriousness of the situation.
499
To participate
To take part in or become involved in any activity
Example: She never participates in any of our discussions, does she?
500
Pastime
An activity that is done for enjoyment
Example: Suing people, especially doctors, is becoming a national pastime.
501
Square
An area of approximately square-shaped land in a city or a town, often including the buildings that surround it
Example: A band were playing in the town square.
502
Bring together
To unite people for a certain occasion
Example: Thank you for bringing us together, sis—we really need to try to spend more time together as a family.
503
Shared
Owned, divided, felt or experienced by more than one person
Example: The company is in shared ownership.
Example: She and her husband have many shared interests.
504
According to
As stated by
Example: According to Sarah they're not getting on very well at the moment.
505
Recent
Happening or starting from a short time ago
Example: Have you been following recent political events?
506
Research
A detailed study of a subject, especially in order to discover (new) information or reach a (new) understanding
Example: They are carrying out/conducting/doing some fascinating research into/on the language of dolphins.
507
To continue
To keep happening, existing, or doing something, or to cause something or someone to do this
Example: [ + to infinitive ] It's said that as the boat went down the band continued to play.
Example: [ + -ing verb ] If she continues drinking like that, I'll have to carry her home.
508
Well-being
The state of feeling healthy and happy
Example: People doing yoga benefit from an increased feeling of well-being.
Example: Mental or physical well-being
509
To benefit
To be helped by something or to help someone
Example: I feel that I have benefited greatly FROM her wisdom.
Example: He's had the benefit of an expensive education and yet he continues to work as a waiter.
510
Talk some sense into somebody
To help someone to think about a situation in a reasonable way
Example: She won't listen to me - can you try to talk some sense into her?
511
Across
In every part of a particular place or country
Example: Voting took place peacefully across most of the country.
From one side to the other side of, or at the other side of
Example: He opened a store across the street from the theater.
512
In addition to
As well as
Example: In addition to his apartment in Manhattan, he has a villa in Italy and a castle in Scotland.
513
Around
Approximately
Example: Around two months ago.
Example: Around four o'clock.
514
Energise
To make someone feel energetic or eager
Example: I felt very energised after my holiday
515
Refreshed
Less hot or tired
Example: I feel so refreshed after that cup of tea.
Example: He felt refreshed (more energetic and relaxed) after his holiday.
516
Forme (of)
A type of something
Example: Swimming is the best form of exercise.
517
To promote
To encourage people to like, buy, use, do, or support something
Example: The Institute is intended to promote an understanding of the politics and culture of the Arab world.
518
To intend
To have as a plan or purpose
Example: [ + to infinitive ] We intend to go to Australia next year.
Example: [ + obj + to infinitive ] I don't think she intended me to hear the remark.
Example: It was intended as a compliment, honestly!
Example: The course is intended for intermediate-level students.
519
Sharpness
The quality of being intelligent or quick to notice things
Example: The condition can cause patients to lose some of their mental sharpness.
Example: She has a remarkable sharpness of mind.
The quality of being said or done in a severe and angry way that can hurt other people
Example: I was surprised by the sharpness of her tone.
520
To acquire
To get or buy something
Example: I was wearing a newly/recently acquired jacket.
Example: He has acquired a reputation for being difficult to work with.
521
To attract
(of people, things, places, etc.) to pull or draw someone or something towards them, by the qualities they have, especially good ones
Example: The circus is attracting huge crowds/audiences.
Example: The government is trying to attract industry to the area (= to persuade people to place their industry there).
522
Not only ... (but) also
Used to say that two related things are true or happened, especially when this is surprising or shocking
Example: Not only did he turn up late, he also forgot his books.
523
Successful
Achieving the results wanted or hoped for
Example: The company was successful in its bid.
Example: My second attempt at making bread was a little more successful.
524
To get involved in
To establish an association, typically work related, with something or some organization.
Example: I've gotten involved in campaigns for a number of political candidates over the years.
525
Overly
Too, very
Example: Earlier sales forecasts were overly optimistic.
Example: His films have been criticized for being overly violent.
526
In terms of/in ... terms
Used to describe which particular area of a subject you are discussing
Example: In financial terms, the project was not a success.
Example: In terms of money, I was better off in my last job.
527
Plenty
(the state of having) enough or more than enough, or a large amount
Example: "Would you like some more wine?" "No thanks, I've had plenty."
Example: Don't grab at the balloons, children - there are plenty for everyone.
528
To offer
To ask someone if they would like to have something or if they would like you to do something
Example: [ + two objects ] I feel bad that I didn't offer them any food/offer any food to them.
Example: [ + to infinitive ] My father offered to take us to the airport.
Example: "Would you sell me that painting?" "What are you offering (= what will you pay) for it?"
529
Stimulus
Something that causes growth or activity
Example: Foreign investment has been a stimulus to the industry.
530
To require
To need something or make something necessary
Example: Please call this number if you require any further information.
Example: [ + obj + to infinitive ] Bringing up children often requires you to put their needs first.
Example: [ + that ] The rules require that you bring only one guest to the dinner.
Example: Skiing at 80 miles per hour requires total concentration.
531
To swing
To move easily and without interruption backwards and Forwards or from one side to the other, especially from a fixed point, or to cause something or someone to do this
Example: I swung (the bat) and missed.
Example: He swung his fist towards Ben's face.
To change
Example: His mood swings between elation and despair.
532
Motion
The act or process of moving, or a particular action or movement
Example: The violent motion of the ship upset his stomach.
533
Simply
Completely or as much as possible
Example: You look simply (really) beautiful in that dress.
534
Feel-good (adj.)
Causing happy and positive feelings about life
Example: A feel-good movie.
Example: With consumer spending picking up, it appears that the feel-good factor (= a happy and positive feeling felt by people generally) has returned.
535
-minded
Having a particular character, interest, or way of thinking about things
Example: She's very strong/independent-minded (= she has a very strong/independent character).
536
As well as
In addition
And also
Example: We have a responsibility to our community as well as to our families.
537
To provide
To give someone something that they needed
Example: All meals are provided at no additional cost.
Example: The author provides no documentary references to support her assertions.
538
Much-needed
Necessary or wanted
Example: After six hours work in the garden, we sat down for a much-needed rest.
539
Fantastic
Extremely good
Example: You look fantastic in that dress.
540
To conclude
To end a speech, meeting or piece of writing
Example: She concluded the speech by reminding us of our responsibility.
Example: Judge Keenan concluded that the surveillance had been lawful.
541
To recognize
To know someone or something because you have seen or heard him or her or experienced it before
Example: I hadn't seen her for 20 years, but I recognized her immediately.
542
Enjoyable
An enjoyable event or experience gives you pleasure
Example: Thank you for a most enjoyable evening.
543
Challenging
Difficult, in a way that tests your ability or determination
Example: This has been a challenging time for us all.
544
Flooded
Containing a large amount or number of something
Example: The market is flooded with cheap imports.
545
To incorporate
To include something as part of something larger
Example: This aircraft incorporates several new safety features.
546
Lately
Recently
547
To notice
To see or become conscious of something or someone
Example: I noticed a crack in the ceiling.
548
Abolitionist
Abolitionist
549
Academic
Someone who teaches at a college, or who studies as part of their job
Adjective:
Relating to schools, colleges, and universities, or connected with studying and thinking, not with practical skills
550
Slug
Melc fara casa
551
Snail
Melc cu casa
552
To take revenge on someone
To retaliate (against someone else) for a wrong done to oneself
Example: Taking revenge will never give you a sense of peace or closure—you'll remain just as angry as before, and it will bring suffering to someone else along with you.
553
To refuse
To say that you will not do or accept something
Example: [ + to infinitive ] On cold mornings the car always refuses to start.
Example: [ + two objects ] The local council refused him planning permission to build an extra bedroom.
Example: He's in trouble but he's refused all (my offers of) help.
554
Shareholder
Actionar
555
To expect
To think that someone should behave in a particular way or do a particular thing
Example: [ + to infinitive ] Borrowers are expected to (= should) return books on time.
Example: I expect punctuality from my students.
Example: [ + (that) ] I expect (that) you'll find it somewhere in your bedroom.
Example: [ + to infinitive ] He didn't expect to see me.
556
Judgment
The ability to form valuable opinions and make good decisions
Example: To show good/sound/poor judgment
Example: I don't think you have the right to pass judgment (on others) (= to say whether you think other people are good or bad).
557
To heap
To put things into a large, untidy pile
Example: He heaped more food onto his plate.
558
To scrutinise
To examine something very carefully in order to discover information
Example: He scrutinized the men's faces carefully/closely, trying to work out who was lying.
559
To dump
To put down or drop something in a careless way
Example: He came in with four shopping bags and dumped them on the table.
560
To peer
To look carefully or with difficulty
Example: When no one answered the door, she peered through the window to see if anyone was there.
561
To recoil
To move back because of fear or disgust
Example: I recoiled from the smell and the filth.
562
Tosser
A stupid or unpleasant person
Example: Barry's such a tosser.
563
To peeve
To annoy someone
Example: What peeved her most was his thoughtlessness.
564
Pitch
A speech or act that attempts to persuade someone to buy or do something
Example: The man in the shop gave me his (sales) pitch about quality and reliability.
565
Sheath
A close-fitting covering to protect something
| A cover into which a knife or sword fits so that the blade cannot cut someone when it is not being used.
566
Heartfelt (adj.)
Strongly felt and sincere
Example: Please accept my heartfelt apologies/thanks.
567
To eye
To look closely at someone or something
Example: She eyed the other passengers.
568
Speculative
Based on a guess and not on information
Example: Bizarre and speculative theories.
569
Norseman
One of the people who lived in Scandinavia in the past, especially the Vikings
570
Expanse
A large, open area of land, water, or sky
Example: Vast expanses of sand and pine
571
Woodland
Land on which many trees grow, or an area of this
Example: Profits derived from commercial woodland are free from income and corporation tax.
572
Broad
Very wide
Example: My brother is very broad-shouldered.
Example: We walked down a broad avenue lined with trees.
573
To till
To prepare and use land for growing crops
Example: This piece of land has been tilled for hundreds of years.
574
Such as it is
Used to suggest something you have referred to is of low quality or not enough
Example: They cooked the food, such as it was.
575
The world over
Everywhere on the earth
Example: They loved their children just as mothers do the world over.
576
About
In or near a place
Example: They spent their time playing about the tent.
577
To slay
To kill in a violent way
578
To huddle
To come close together in a group, or to hold your arms and legs close to your body, especially because of cold or fear
Example: It was so cold that we huddled together for warmth.
579
Aid
Help, support
580
Along
Moving forward
Example: It moved along by the aid of its sails.
581
Sail
Panza (corabii)
582
Oar
Vasla
583
Inland
In the middle of a country, away from the sea
Example: The Black Sea is a large inland sea.
584
Delightful
Very pleasant, attractive, or enjoyable
Example: Thank you for a delightful evening.
585
As to
About
Example: There's no decision as to when the work might start.
586
To hasten
Move or travel hurriedly
587
Sturdy
Strong and determined
Example: They put up a sturdy defence of their proposal.
588
To be fond of sb/sth
To like someone or something very much; to like doing something
Example: My brother is fond of pointing out my mistakes.
Example: She was very fond of horses.
589
To venture
To risk going somewhere or doing something that might be dangerous or unpleasant, or to risk saying something that might be criticized
Example: She rarely ventured outside, except when she went to stock up on groceries.
590
Frail
Weak or unhealthy, or easily damaged, broken, or harmed
Example: I last saw him just last week and thought how old and frail he looked.
591
Slope
A surface that lies at an angle to the horizontal so that some points on it are higher than others
Example: There are some nice gentle (= not steep) slopes that we can ski down.
592
To behold
To see or look at someone or something
Example: The new bridge is an incredible sight to behold.
593
Afterwards
After the time mentioned
Example: They separated, and soon/shortly afterwards Jane left the country.
594
By and by
After a short period
Eventually
Example: By and by a man appeared.
595
To pursue
To follow someone or something, usually to try to catch him, her, or it
Example: The car was pursued by helicopters.
596
Foe
Enemy
Example: Foes of the government will be delighting in its current difficulties.
597
Prosperous
Successful, usually by earning a lot of money
Example: In a prosperous country like this, no one should go hungry.
598
Wide
Completely
Example: Wide awake
599
Long to do something
To want something very much
Example: She longed to see him again.
Example: I'm longing for news of him.
600
Wisely
Showing good judgment
Example: Astronomy is wisely taught.
601
Thoughtfulness
The state of thinking carefully about something
Example: A steady gaze reflects thoughtfulness.
602
Bound (adj.)
Traveling in the direction of
Example: She was in a plane bound FOR Paris.
603
Dignified
Controlled, serious, and calm, and therefore deserving respect
Example: a tall, dignified woman
604
Contented
Happy and satisfied
Example: She smiled a contented smile.
605
Long since
Long ago
Example: promises long since forgotten
606
To arise
To happen
Example: Should the opportunity arise, I'd love to go to China.
607
To rumble
To make a continuous low sound
Example: Please excuse my stomach rumbling - I haven't eaten all day.
608
Bold
Not frightened of danger
Example: She was a bold and fearless climber.
609
Nothing but
Only
610
To sneer
To talk about or look at someone or something in an unkind way that shows you do not respect or approve of him, her, or it
Example: She'll probably sneer at my new shoes because they're not expensive.
611
Hoot
A short, loud, high sound
Example: She hooted her horn at the dog in the road.
612
To scoff
To laugh and talk about a person or idea in a way that shows that you think they are stupid or silly
Example: The critics scoffed at his paintings.
613
Wretched
Unpleasant or of low quality
Example: The people live in wretched conditions, with no running water.
614
Convent
Casa de maicute
615
Refined
Polite
616
At once
Immediately
617
Far-sighted
Having good judgment about what will be needed in the future and making wise decisions based on this
Example: Buying those shares was a very far-sighted move - they must be worth ten times their original value now.
618
To undertake
To do or begin to do something, especially something that will take a long time or be difficult
Example: Students are required to undertake simple experiments.
619
Opposition TO
There is a lot of opposition to the proposed changes.
620
Pantry
Camara
A small room or large cupboard in a house where food is kept
621
Cupboard
A piece of furniture or a small part of a room with a door or doors behind which there is space for storing things, usually on shelves
622
Exhibition
Expozitie
623
To applaud
To clap
624
Violinist
Violonist
625
To elope
To leave home secretly in order to get married without the permission of your parents
626
To tune (a musical instrument)
A acorda un instrument
627
To skate
A patina
628
Grocer
Bacan
629
Fugitive
A person who is running away or hiding from the police or a dangerous situation
630
Superintendent
A person who is in charge of a work done in a particular department, or who is responsible for keeping a building or place in good condition.
631
Water-colour painter
Acuarelist
632
Canvas
Panza (pictura)
633
To be up to something
To be doing something, often something bad or illegal, usually secretly
634
Bachelor
Burlac
635
Naive
Naiv
636
Opening night
Premiera
The first night that a play, film, etc. is performed or shown
637
Much as
Oricat...
Although
Example: Much as he respects the butcher's views, he wishes the latter would stay at home on the opening night.
638
Newspaperman
Ziarist
639
Hedgehog
Arici
640
Stout
Stout objects are strongly made from thick, strong materials
Example: I bought myself a pair of good stout hiking boots.
641
At length
For a long time
Example: George went on at a great length about his various illnesses.
642
Mast
A tall pole on a boat or ship that supports its sails.
Catarg
643
Foremost
Most important or best
| Leading
644
Mild
Not violent, severe or extreme
645
Abundance of
There was an abundance of food at the wedding.
646
Astonishment
Very great surprise
To the astonishment of her colleagues, she resigned.
647
Shipload (of)
As much cargo or as many people as a ship can carry
648
Be streaked
To have long, thin noticeable lines of a different colour:
Example: Her clothes were streaked with mud.
649
To undermine
To make someone less confident, less powerful, or less likely to succeed, or to make something weaker, often gradually
Example: The president has accused two cabinet members of working secretly to undermine his position/him.
650
Shortly
Soon
651
Shortly after/before
A short time after or before something
652
To whine
To make a long sad sound
Example: He wasn't the man to whine at injustice.
653
Customary
Usual
654
Round about
Approximately
655
Flourishing
Growing or developing successfully
Example: There's a flourishing trade in these kind of items.
656
Unjustly
In a way that is not fair
Example: She believed she had been unjustly punished.
657
Desire TO/FOR
[ + to infinitive ] The president desires to meet the new prime minister.
He needed to satisfy his desire FOR revenge.
658
Quarrel ABOUT/OVER
An angry disagreement between two or more people or groups
Example: They had a bitter quarrel about/over some money three years ago and they haven't spoken to each other since.
659
Snarl
(especially of dogs) to make a deep, rough sound while showing the teeth, usually in anger or (of people) to speak or say something angrily and forcefully
Example: The dogs started to snarl at each other so I had to separate them.
Example: [ + speech ] "Go to hell!", he snarled.
660
Scorn
A very strong feeling of no respect for someone or something that you think is stupid or has no value
Example: She has nothing but scorn for the new generation of politicians.
661
Wrangle
An argument, especially one that continues for a long time
Example: The wrangle was finally resolved amicably.
662
Ridge
Long narrow raised part of a surface, especially a high edge along a mountain
663
Turnip
Nap
| Gulie
664
Onward
Moving forward
665
Forth
(from a place) out or away, or (from a point in time) forward
Example: They SET FORTH on their travels in early June.
Example: From that day forth he never drank again.
666
By no means
Not at all
Example: It is by no means certain that we'll finish the project by June.
Example: This isn't the last we'll hear of it by any means.
667
Alas
Used to express sadness or feeling sorry about something
Example: I love football but, alas, I have no talent as a player.
668
Illiterate
Analfabet
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Cyclist
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