+25.02 "Have"/ character description

Question 1

extremely large, intense, or serious. It emphasizes that the headache is very strong and difficult to deal with.

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a monumental headache

• I Have a monumental headache today.

Question 2

a woman who is having a sexual relationship with a married man

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mistress /ˈmɪs.trəs/

*His wife suspected that the woman she’d seen with him was his mistress.

Question 3

a young man who is having a romantic or sexual relationship with an older woman

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toy boy

• Pam turned up at the party with her new toy boy.

Question 4

idiom: to dislike them and treat them unfairly or try to cause them problems

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have it in for someone

• She’s always had it in for me.

Question 5

idiom: to talk to someone about something they have done that makes you angry, in order to try to solve the problem

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have it out with someone

• She’d been late for work every morning and I thought I’d better have it out with her.

Question 6

phrase: To have fun, enjoy good conversation, and socialize, often with jokes and laughter

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Have a Craic (Irish)
Have a Laugh

• We went to the pub last night and had great craic with the locals.
• We were just having a laugh, no need to take it seriously.

Question 7

careful when using money or food, or (of a meal) cheap or small in amount

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frugal /ˈfruː.ɡəl/

• a frugal lifestyle
• a frugal meal of bread and soup

Question 8

Idiom: 1. To try doing something (especially for the first time)
2. To criticize or attack someone

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have a go at

1. I’ve never played tennis before, but I’ll have a go.
2. The boss had a go at him for being late again.

Question 9

phrase: means deliberately ignoring someone by refusing to speak to them, usually as a form of punishment or to express anger

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The Silent Treatment

• I hate when people use the silent treatment instead of just talking things out.

Question 10

Phrase: means the way something appears at first glance, which may be different from the deeper truth

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On the Surface

*On the surface, he seems confident, but deep down, he’s really insecure.

Question 11

phrasal verb
1. To find or encounter /ɪnˈkaʊn.tər/ something by chance
2. to behave in a way that makes people believe that you have a particular characteristic

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come across

1. I came across an interesting book in the library.
2. He comes across AS very confident, but he’s actually shy.

Question 12

Phrase: what someone truly feels, believes, or thinks beneath the surface, even if they don’t show it openly

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Deep down

• Deep down, I knew I was making the wrong decision.

Question 13

Phrase refers to a person who is emotionally distant, unfriendly, or unexpressive. It suggests that the person lacks warmth or enthusiasm in social interactions

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A cold fish

• I tried talking to him, but he’s such a cold fish—he barely responded

Question 14

Phrase describes someone who is kind-hearted but may be too easy to manipulate

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A soft touch

• My dad’s a soft touch—if I ask nicely, he always gives me extra money.

Question 15

Phrase used negatively to criticize someone for being cold, unkind, or emotionless.

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A Heart of Stone

• She has a heart of stone—she didn’t even cry at the sad movie
• Only someone with a heart of stone could ignore a child in need.

Question 16

Phrase used to describe someone who kills the mood or refuses to join in on fun activities

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A Wet Blanket

• Stop being a wet blanket and just enjoy the party!

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showing feelings of liking or love

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Affectionate /əˈfek.ʃən.ət/

• My dog is so affectionate—he always wants to cuddle.

Question 18

having a strong wish to be successful, powerful, or rich

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ambitious /æmˈbɪʃ.əs/

• He’s very ambitious FOR his children (= he wants them to be successful)

Question 19

Someone who behaves confidently and is not frightened to say what they want or believe

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assertive /əˈsɜː.tɪv/

• If you really want the promotion, you’ll have to be more assertive

Question 20

Person who is always telling people what to do

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bossy /ˈbɒs.i/

*As a child, I was very bossy and had a clear idea of what I wanted.

Question 21

their moods change suddenly and they become angry or unhappy easily

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moody /ˈmuː.di/

• She’s a moody woman—she can be happy one minute and angry the next.

Question 22

having a strong will to achieve something and not letting anything stop you

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determined /dɪˈtɜː.mɪnd/

• I’m determined to get this piece of work done today
• She will get the job she wants - she’s a very determined person

Question 23

Someone intelligent, quick to understand things, and often full of energy or optimism

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Bright (Person)

• She’s a bright student—she always understands new concepts quickly.
• I love working with bright and creative people.

Question 24

is someone who is very careful, responsible, and does their work with great attention to detail and a strong sense of duty. They take their tasks seriously and always try to do their best.

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Conscientious /ˌkɒn.ʃiˈen.ʃəs/ Person * He’s a very conscientious worker; you can trust him to do the job properly.

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kind, calm, and careful not to hurt or upset others

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Gentle Person * She is a gentle teacher who always speaks softly to her students. * A gentle person treats others with kindness and patience.

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able to take care of oneself without needing help from others

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Self-Sufficient Person * She is a self-sufficient woman who manages her work and home on her own. * A self-sufficient person doesn’t rely on others for financial or emotional support.

Question 27

acting on impulse without planning; natural and unforced

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Spontaneous Person * A spontaneous person loves surprises and unexpected adventures.

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reliable, consistent, and emotionally stable; not easily shaken or changed

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Steady Person * He is a steady worker who always meets deadlines * A steady person doesn’t let emotions control their decisions.

Question 29

always behaving in the same way, reliable, and sticking to routines or principles

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Consistent Person * She is a consistent student who studies every day. * A good leader is consistent in their decisions and actions.

Question 30

Describes someone who is honest, clear, and uncomplicated in their actions or communication

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Straightforward Person * A straightforward person doesn’t hide their feelings or opinions. * He’s a straightforward person who always tells the truth, no matter what.

Question 31

Describes someone who is kind, caring, and sensitive to the emotions and struggles of others.

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Sympathetic Person * She is a sympathetic friend who always listens when I need to talk. * A sympathetic person understands the feelings of others and offers comfort.

Question 32

someone who is very detailed and careful in their work, making sure everything is done properly and nothing is overlooked

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Thorough /ˈθʌr.ə/ Person * A thorough person leaves no stone unturned and always gets the job done right.

Question 33

used to describe a regular or usual behavior or a characteristic tendency

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Tends to * My father tends to avoid conflict - he never argues with my mother, he just leaves the room

Question 34

Used to summarize or give an overall impression of something.

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On the Whole * On the Whole he is pretty laid-back, though he can sometimes get very stressed about work

Question 35

Used to show that something is slightly over the desired level or expectation.

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A bit too * I worry about my grandmother. She a bit too trusting, so it's easy for people to take advantage of her

Question 36

Used to indicate a slight or minor degree of something, often in a casual or informal context.

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A bit of a * She's a bit of a control freak - she always needs to organize everything and everybody

Question 37

Phrase: Describes a person who is extremely kind, generous, and compassionate.

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A Heart of Gold * She has a heart of gold and always helps others in need. * He may seem tough on the outside, but he has a heart of gold.

Question 38

phrase: Describes someone who is practical, grounded, and not arrogant.

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Down to Earth * She’s a down-to-earth person who doesn’t let fame change her.

Question 39

phrase: Describes something or someone that is very annoying or troublesome

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phrase: A Real Pain in the Neck * My little brother is a real pain in the neck; he’s always bothering me. *The traffic during rush hour is a real pain in the neck *Dealing with all these paperwork issues is a real pain in the neck

Question 40

phrase: describes a person who becomes angry easily and quickly

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A Very Quick Temper * A person with a quick temper can sometimes say things they don’t mean

Question 41

phrase: Describes someone who is arrogant or self-centered.

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Full of Herself * She’s so full of herself, always talking about how great she is. * I don’t like being around people who are full of themselves.

Question 42

phrase: Describes someone who is very harmless and peaceful, showing no intention to harm others.

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Wouldn't Hurt a Fly * She’s a gentle soul who wouldn’t hurt a fly, even if someone upset her. * He’s so kind and sweet, he wouldn’t hurt a fly.

Question 43

phrase: to make the effort to help or do something, often used in the negative to imply that someone does nothing to assist.

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Lift a Finger * He didn’t lift a finger to help me with the heavy boxes.

Question 44

phrase: Describes a lively, outgoing person who makes social events more enjoyable.

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The Life and Soul of the Party * Emma is always the life and soul of the party—she keeps everyone entertained. * Without Jake, the event was dull. He’s usually the life and soul of the party.

Question 45

idiom: to talk openly and honestly with someone about a disagreement or problem, often in a direct or confrontational way

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Have it out with * I need to have it out with my colleague about the misunderstanding. * Instead of avoiding the issue, he decided to have it out with his boss.

Question 46

idiom: to trick, tease, or joke with someone, making them believe something that isn’t true.

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Have (Someone) On * You're getting married? You're having me on! * Are you having me on?

Question 47

idiom: means to be fed up or no longer willing to tolerate something or someone.

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have had it * I’ve had it with his constant complaining! * She’s had it with her job and is looking for something new.

Question 48

idiom means to feel capable of doing something or to have the ability, courage, or determination to do it

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have it in (someone) to do something * Do you really have it in you to confront him?