How to Become a Better Collaborator Flashcards

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Endeavour

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noun

Attempt to achieve a goal

Moving to Japan was a huge endeavour for her.

His endeavour really paid off.

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Seek out

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phrasal verb

To search and find

She sought out the best doctor.

Now is the time to seek out new business opportunities.

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Get wrapped up

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phrasal verb

To pay a lot of attention to something

I got all wrapped up in a book last night.

She really gets wrapped up in her work.

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Fall prey to

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phrase of prey

Be overcome by

She always falls prey to his lies.

Try not to fall prey to fake news.

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Process

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verb

To deal with something emotionally / mentally

I need to process all of this information first.

It’s difficult to process everything he said.

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Candid

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adjective

Truthful / honest

Her answer was very candid.

The actor gave a very candid interview.

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On the flip side

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phrase

Looking at something from a different point of view

My new job has very long hours, but, on the flip

side, I have many long holidays.

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Like-minded

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adjective

Having similar tastes or opinions

My wife and I are very like-minded.

We are looking for a like-minded colleague.

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