word list unit 4: Linking devices Flashcards
Even if urban dwellers face problems such as overcrowding and traffic congestion, there are many effective solutions to tackle such issues.
even if:
usedforemphasisingthat (…) something mayhappenor may betrue, anothersituationremainsthe same
although
Many people believe that the changes we see in the world are a result of natural causes. Even so, there is compelling evidence to the contrary.
even so:
(…) that
usedforintroducingastatementthat seems(…)after what yousaidbefore
despite
surprising
Much as I would like to stay, I really must go home.
much as:
(…)
although
It’s a difficult race. Nevertheless, about 1,000 runners participate every year.
nevertheless:
(…) a fact or idea that you have just (…)
despite
mentioned
Many people believe that the changes we see in the world are a result of natural causes. Nonetheless, there is compelling evidence to the contrary.
nonetheless:
(…)
nevertheless
It’s a small car, yet it’s surprisingly spacious.
yet:
(…) what has just been said
despite
The weather was cold and wet. Still, we had a great time.
still:
(…) what has just been said
despite
The design has to appeal to all ages and social groups.:
appeal to somebody:
to (…) or interest somebody
attract
Her words stunned me—I had no idea she felt that way.
stun:
to (…) or shock somebody so much that they can(…)t (…)nk clearly or speak
surprise
no
thi
-He was deeply troubled by the allegations.
-This latest news troubled him deeply.
trouble somebody:
(…) somebody (…)
make
worried
verb
Nuts can trigger off a violent allergic reaction.
trigger something (off):
to (…) something (…) (…)denly
make
happen
sud
verb
drugs that suppress the appetite
suppress something:
to (…) something from growing, developing or continuing
prevent
noun
This event tests both physical and mental endurance.
endurance:
the (…) to (…) (…)ing something painful or (…) for a long period of time without giving up
ability
continue
do
difficult
