Week 1A Flashcards
to yammer
to yammer
v /ˈjæmə(r)/ - to talk continuously about something, sometimes in a way that is annoying or meaningless
Stop yammering about changing your life and just do it!
to take the plunge
to take the plunge
idiom - to make a difficult or risky decision, especially after some hesitation
I’ve been wanting to move to New Zealand for ages, and I’ve finally decided to take the plunge.
to envision
to envision
v /ɪnˈvɪʒn/ - to imagine something in your mind, often as a future possibility or goal
I envision you living in a gorgeous cottage somewhere, surrounded by dogs.
workload
workload
n /ˈwɜːkləʊd/ - the amount of work a person or business has to do
With the recent increase in my workload, it’s difficult to find even a moment for myself.
to crush
to crush
v /krʌʃ/ - to defeat someone completely
Taking care of four children plus having a full-time job is crushing me.
drastic
drastic
adj /ˈdræstɪk/ - extreme in a way that has sudden and noticeable consequences
She made the drastic decision to sell up and move to the other side of the world for love.
a breath of fresh air
a breath of fresh air
idiom - something new and refreshing that brings new energy and enthusiasm
Taking a city break in Lisbon was like a breath of fresh air after being stuck in the UK for three years.
mindset
mindset
n /ˈmaɪndset/ - the set of attitudes, beliefs, and values that shape a person’s thoughts and behaviours
I think my positive mindset allows me to overcome even the toughest of challenges.
the great outdoors
the great outdoors
phr - the natural environment, especially in rural areas
Spending even just a little time in the great outdoors can have a profound impact on your mental health.
chummy
chummy
adj /ˈtʃʌmi/ - friendly with someone
Mark and my sister have always been very chummy, so it was no surprise when friendship turned to love
to neglect
to neglect
v /nɪˈɡlekt/ - to fail to take care of someone or something
I have been neglecting myself since I had a baby as I never seem to have a spare minute.
throng
throng
n /θrɒŋ/ - a crowd of people or animals
Throngs of people always make me feel rather anxious, and I tend to avoid crowds.
to brim
to brim
v /brɪm/ - to be full of something
Alison was brimming with confidence when she made the decision to start her own business.
lethargic
lethargic
adj /ləˈθɑːdʒɪk/ - without energy or willingness to do things
When I’m feeling lethargic, the best thing to do is go for a brisk stroll in the open air.
to go through the roof
to go through the roof
idiom - to increase dramatically
My self-confidence went through the roof after I started therapy.
