Negative COVID-19 Tests for All Arrivals in Germany Flashcards
Mandate
noun
An official order / requirement to do something
The Olympics had strict COVID testing mandates.
NYC has issued a mandate that all diners need to present a vaccine passport.
Come into effect
verbal phrase
Officially begins to operate
Some new laws will come into effect next year.
Several controversial mandates came into effect recently.
Play a role in …
verbal phrase
Someone / something is involved in something
Many believe the Olympics played a role in rising COVID cases.
I don’t think the president played a role in this.
Infection rates
noun
The number of people infected with a certain disease
Infection rates have been rising sharply.
They are trying to keep an eye on infection rates.
Eager
adjective
Strongly wanting to do something
I am eager to go on a vacation soon.
She seems eager to apply for that position.
Beloved
adjective
Loved very much
He was a manager beloved by all.
Many people will head to their most beloved holiday destinations next summer.
Surge
noun
A sudden and great increase
There has been a very sudden surge in new COVID cases in Tokyo.
We might see a surge in the stock market soon.
Spike
noun
A very high amount, price or level before a fall
There was a spike in sales last year.
Expect to see a spike in Bitcoin prices this year.
Threaten
verb
Something is likely to cause harm / damage
Millions in Africa are threatened by food shortages.
A new wave might be threatening India soon.
Uniform
adjective
The same
There will be a uniform requirement that all businesses close at 8PM.
They have demanded uniform treatment.