C1 NEW FROM JANUARY

Question 1

Unruly, noisy, or disorderly behavior, often involving a group of people.

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Rowdiness
“The teacher struggled to control the rowdiness in the classroom after the announcement of the holiday.”

Question 2

Noisy and disorderly; unruly behavior.

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Rowdy
The rowdy crowd at the concert was difficult to control.”

Question 3

To place the responsibility or duty on someone.
Assign responsibility, make accountable.

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Put the onus on somebody
The teacher put the onus on students to complete the project independently.”

Question 4

It takes advantage of or utilizes one’s best abilities or skills.

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It plays to my strengths
Public speaking plays to my strengths as a confident communicator.”

Question 5

To notice, understand, or become aware of something subtle.
Detect, catch, perceive.

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Pick up on it
He didn’t say he was upset, but I picked up on it from his tone.”

Question 6

To move away or deviate from a path, idea, or norm.
Deviate, separate, branch off.

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Diverge from
Her views diverge from the traditional beliefs of her family.

Question 7

To speak or perform without preparation.
Improvise, extemporize.

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To ad-lib
When the microphone stopped working, she had to ad-lib her speech.”

Question 8

To maintain the same pace or level as someone or something.
Stay at the same level, match pace, maintain.

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Keep up
He struggled to keep up with the advanced class discussions.”

Question 9

Producing a great deal of profit.
Profitable, money-making, rewarding.

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Lucrative
She quit her job to start a lucrative business in real estate.”

Question 10

A difficult audience to please or entertain.
Hard-to-please audience.

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Tough crowd
The comedian had a tough crowd but eventually won them over.”

Question 11

To become intoxicated by drinking a lot of alcohol. (Informal)
Get drunk, get wasted.

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Get boozed up
They got boozed up at the party and missed the last train home.”

Question 12

A reliable and consistent flow of money, usually from a job or regular source.
Stable earnings, consistent salary, regular income.

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Steady Income
He chose a career in teaching for the steady income and job security.

Question 13

The degree, scope, or range to which something happens or is true.
Range, degree, scope, magnitude.

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Extent
She was surprised by the extent of his knowledge on the subject.”

Question 14

To attract a lot of notice or focus from others.
Attract attention, draw notice, become the focus.

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Gain significant attention
Her innovative project gained significant attention at the conference.”

Question 15

To find a point where two or more things are in a perfect proportion or harmony.
Find equilibrium, maintain harmony, achieve balance.

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Strike the right balance
As a manager, it’s important to strike the right balance between being friendly and maintaining authority.”

Question 16

People who have a variety of skills, knowledge, and experiences, not focused on just one area.
Versatile, multi-talented, balanced.

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Well-rounded individuals
The university aims to produce well-rounded individuals who are prepared for various challenges.”

Question 17

Absolutely necessary; essential.
Essential, crucial, vital, necessary.

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Indispensable
The support of her team was indispensable to the success of the project.”

Question 18

To provide with the necessary tools, skills, or knowledge for a particular purpose.
Provide, prepare, supply, furnish.

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To equip
The program aims to equip students with the skills needed for a successful career.”

Question 19

To develop or improve something through effort or care.
Develop, nurture, grow, foster.

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Cultivate
They work to cultivate strong relationships with their clients.”

Question 20

A teaching method in which students learn by actively working on projects that involve problem-solving, creativity, and practical application.

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Project-based learning
“Project-based learning helps students develop critical thinking and collaboration skills.”
Synonyms: Hands-on learning, experiential learning.

Question 21

To care for and encourage the growth or development of something.
Imprint, ingrain, embed.

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Nurture
Teachers play a crucial role in nurturing young minds.”

Question 22

To direct one’s efforts toward achieving something specific.
Strive, intend, target.

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To aim
The charity aims to provide education for children in remote areas.”

Question 23

Having a strong effect or influence.
Powerful, influential, significant.

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Impactful
Her speech was impactful and inspired the audience to take action.”

Question 24

People who have the skills, knowledge, or ability to accomplish tasks effectively.
Competent, skilled, qualified.

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Capable individuals
We need capable individuals who can lead the project to success.”

Question 25

To dominate or appear more important than something else. Diminish, eclipse, outshine.

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Overshadow His achievements overshadowed the contributions of his colleagues."

Question 26

A state of agreement or balance between two or more elements, where all parts work well together. Balanced harmony, peaceful equilibrium, smooth balance.

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Harmonious balance The team strives to maintain a harmonious balance between work and personal life."

Question 27

To think of or create an answer or way to solve a problem. Devise a solution, solve, figure out.

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Come up with a solution We need to come up with a solution to this issue before the deadline."

Question 28

To consider or think about something carefully and thoroughly. Reflect on, contemplate, deliberate.

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To give enough thought to something Before making a decision, you should give enough thought to all the possible outcomes."

Question 29

To reduce in size, amount, or degree.

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Decrease The company aims to decrease its carbon emissions by 20% this year."

Question 30

To meet or fulfill what was expected. Meet expectations, satisfy, live up to.

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Come up to expectations The new product didn’t come up to expectations and was poorly reviewed."

Question 31

To dedicate your time and energy to something wholeheartedly. Dedicate, devote, pledge.

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Commit yourself to "She committed herself to finishing her degree despite the challenges."

Question 32

To be unexpected or unanticipated by someone. Be unexpected, shock, astonish.

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Come as a surprise to somebody Her sudden resignation came as a surprise to everyone in the office."

Question 33

To lead to or cause a particular outcome or effect. : Lead to, cause, bring about.

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Result in something The heavy rain resulted in severe flooding in the area."

Question 34

Extremely happy or excited. Overjoyed, ecstatic, jubilant.

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Elated She was elated when she received the job offer."

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Deeply sad or reflective in a thoughtful way. Gloomy, somber, wistful.

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Melancholic "He felt melancholic as he looked through old photographs."

Question 36

Feeling anxious or fearful about something that might happen. Nervous, uneasy, hesitant.

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Apprehensive "She was apprehensive about the results of her exam."

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Intensely happy and excited. Blissful, thrilled, exultant.

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Euphoric Winning the competition left him euphoric for days."

Question 38

Feeling angry or bitter about being treated unfairly.

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Resentful She was resentful of her colleague’s promotion."

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Extremely angry.

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Infuriated The unfair decision left the employees infuriated."

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Feeling very confused.

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Bewildered She looked bewildered when asked a complicated question."

Question 41

Feeling or expressing great happiness and triumph.

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Jubilant The team was jubilant after their hard-earned victory."

Question 42

To become less important or less urgent compared to other tasks or responsibilities. Take a back seat Be put on the back burner Lose importance Become secondary

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Fall towards the bottom of your priorities "During the busy exam period, socializing fell towards the bottom of her priorities."

Question 43

Rarely; not happening often. Rarely, seldom, sporadically.

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Infrequently "She visits her hometown infrequently due to her busy schedule."

Question 44

СТЕЛЯ. SUFIT

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Ceiling

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sosna

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Pine

Question 46

To reduce the quality, value, or importance of something.

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Detract from The loud noise detracted from the enjoyment of the concert."

Question 47

Causing annoyance or dissatisfaction because of obstacles or challenges. Irritating, exasperating, annoying.

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Frustrating It was frustrating to deal with slow internet during the video call."

Question 48

To strengthen or support an idea, object, or behavior.

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Reinforce The teacher used examples to reinforce the concept for her students."

Question 49

Designed or intended for a specific purpose or audience. Aimed at, focused on, tailored for.

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Geared towards The training program is geared towards improving leadership skills."

Question 50

Skills, abilities, or knowledge required to perform tasks effectively. Skills, capabilities, expertise.

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Competencies Developing communication competencies is essential for team leaders."

Question 51

The state of being united or working together effectively. Unity, harmony, togetherness.

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Cohesion Team cohesion is vital for the success of group projects."

Question 52

The act of expanding or making something larger, longer, or more inclusive. Expansion, prolongation, addition.

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Extension The extension of the deadline allowed everyone to finish their work."

Question 53

To make something larger or more extensive. Broaden, enlarge, increase.

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To expand The company plans to expand its operations to new markets."

Question 54

Overcoming the most challenging or difficult part of a task or situation Crossing the hardest point, making progress, overcoming obstacles.

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Getting over the hump Once you get over the hump of the initial setup, the project becomes easier."

Question 55

In an extreme or sudden way. Radically, dramatically, significantly.

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Drastically The new policy drastically changed the way the company operates."

Question 56

Happening repeatedly or without interruption. Constantly, perpetually, incessantly.

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Continually She continually updates her skills to stay relevant in her field."

Question 57

Rules that are broad and affect all aspects of a system or situation. Comprehensive, universal, all-encompassing.

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Overarching rules "The overarching rules of the organization ensure consistency across all departments."

Question 58

Without being aware; unintentionally. Accidentally, inadvertently, unwittingly.

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Unknowingly "He unknowingly left the door unlocked."

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Rules that match or relate to one another in a particular system. Matching, related, equivalent.

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Corresponding rules "Each department follows corresponding rules that align with the company’s policies.

Question 60

As a result; therefore.

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Thus She worked hard and thus achieved her goal."

Question 61

For that reason; as a result. Hence, thus, consequently.

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Therefore The experiment failed; therefore, it had to be repeated."

Question 62

To increase speed or make something happen faster. Speed up, hasten, quicken.

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Accelerate The new software is designed to accelerate data processing."

Question 63

To keep possession of or continue to have something Hold onto, preserve, maintain. .

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Retain It's important to retain key employees during a company restructure."

Question 64

Comparatively easy; not too difficult when judged against other tasks. Moderate simplicity, effortless in comparison.

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Relative ease He completed the assignment with relative ease."

Question 65

Associations or feelings that are favorable or pleasant. Favorable implications, good associations, uplifting meanings.

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Positive connotations The word ‘home’ has positive connotations of warmth and comfort."

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The path or progression of a person's career over time.

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Career Trajectory She mapped out her career trajectory to achieve her goal of becoming a CEO."

Question 67

Skills that can be used in different jobs or industries.

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Transferable Skills Communication and problem-solving are essential transferable skills in any career."

Question 68

The challenging and demanding nature of educational standards.

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Academic Rigor The university is known for its academic rigor and excellence."

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Acquiring new skills (upskilling) or learning skills for a new job (reskilling).

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Upskilling and Reskilling The company offers training programs for employees interested in upskilling or reskilling."

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An advantage that makes someone or something more successful than others.

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Competitive Edge Fluency in multiple languages can give you a competitive edge in the global job market."

Question 71

Medical and healthcare services provided to a pregnant woman to ensure the health and well-being of both the mother and the unborn child.

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Prenatal Care "Regular prenatal care is essential for monitoring the baby's development and addressing any potential health concerns."

Question 72

Something that is quite clear or easy to understand.

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Fairly Obvious "It was fairly obvious that he was upset, judging by his tone."

Question 73

It is your responsibility or decision.

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It’s Down to You "Whether we succeed or not, it’s down to you to make the final call."

Question 74

To tie or secure something tightly; to make someone legally or morally obligated.

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To Bind "The contract will bind both parties to the agreed terms."

Question 75

To notice or recognize something or someone.

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To Spot "She was able to spot her friend in the crowd easily."

Question 76

Thin, pointed weapons or symbols, often used with bows or as directional markers.

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Arrows "The hunter carried a quiver full of arrows."

Question 77

To perceive or recognize something, often with difficulty.

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Discern "He could barely discern the outline of the mountain through the fog."

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Impossible to understand.

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Incomprehensible "The instructions were so poorly written, they were almost incomprehensible."

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To be the most important aspect of a situation or decision.

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Come Down To "In the end, it all comes down to how much effort you’re willing to put in."

Question 80

The item or position immediately before the last one.

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Second-to-Last "He was the second-to-last person to cross the finish line."

Question 81

A person or organization responsible for managing property or assets on behalf of someone else.

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Trustee "The trustee ensured the funds were used for the children's education."

Question 82

Good or acceptable in quality or behavior.

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Decent "He earns a decent salary and lives comfortably."

Question 83

The amount of carbon dioxide emissions caused by an individual, organization, or product.

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Carbon Footprint "Reducing your carbon footprint can help combat climate change."

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Energy from natural resources that can be replenished, like solar, wind, and hydro power.

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Renewable Energy Many countries are investing heavily in renewable energy sources."

Question 85

Development that meets current needs without compromising the ability of future

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Sustainable Development "Sustainable development is a key goal of environmental policies worldwide."

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The large-scale removal of trees from forests.

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Deforestation "Deforestation contributes significantly to the loss of biodiversity."

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The protection and management of biological diversity to ensure its sustainability.

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Biodiversity Conservation "Efforts in biodiversity conservation are crucial for maintaining healthy ecosystems."

Question 88

Activities that are not harmful to the environment.

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Eco-Friendly Practices "Using reusable bags is one of the simplest eco-friendly practices."

Question 89

Misleading claims by companies about their environmental practices to appear more sustainable.

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Greenwashing "Consumers need to be wary of greenwashing when choosing products."

Question 90

Statements or advertisements that intentionally or unintentionally give a false impression or misrepresent the truth.

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Misleading Claims "The company faced backlash for making misleading claims about the environmental benefits of its products."

Question 91

To be cautious, alert, or watchful about someone or something that might be harmful or deceptive. Be cautious of Be on guard against Be vigilant about

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To Be Wary Of "Consumers should be wary of deals that seem too good to be true."

Question 92

To encounter strong negative reactions or criticism from people, often as a result of a decision, statement, or action.

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Face Backlash

Question 93

To unexpectedly experience or come across something, especially a challenge, difficulty, or situation.

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To encounter "Travelers often encounter language barriers in foreign countries."

Question 94

A condition caused by a lack of proper nutrition, resulting from insufficient, excessive, or imbalanced consumption of nutrients.

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Malnutrition "Efforts to combat malnutrition in developing countries focus on providing access to nutritious food."

Question 95

A simple and seemingly magical solution to a complex problem.

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Silver Bullet "There's no silver bullet for solving climate change; it requires a combination of strategies."

Question 96

To be mocked, ridiculed, or treated with scorn or contempt.

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Be Derided "The author was derided by critics for her unconventional writing style."

Question 97

Introducing new ideas or methods; innovative.

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Groundbreaking The groundbreaking research paved the way for modern treatments."

Question 98

Extremely modern and advanced technology or methods.

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Cutting-edge "The company is known for its cutting-edge innovations in renewable energy."

Question 99

Decisions or actions that are guided by data analysis.

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Data-Driven "The company adopted a data-driven approach to improve customer satisfaction."

Question 100

Technology designed to have a minimal environmental impact.

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Sustainable Technology "Investing in sustainable technology is crucial for combating climate change."

Question 101

A major discovery or achievement in science.

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Scientific Breakthrough The vaccine development was hailed as a scientific breakthrough."

Question 102

Risks or dangers to computer systems and data from cyber attacks.

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Cybersecurity Threats Cybersecurity threats are becoming more sophisticated every year."

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The gap between those with and without access to modern technology.

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Digital Divide Efforts are being made to bridge the digital divide in rural communities."

Question 104

Under investigation or being examined to understand or solve an issue.

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Being Looked Into "The cause of the data breach is currently being looked into by the IT department."

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A narrow road, often in rural or urban areas.

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Lane (country lane, city lane) We took a stroll down the quiet country lane

Question 106

To overcome embarrassment or shame caused by a past mistake. пережити

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Live it down After that disastrous performance, he wondered if he'd ever live it down.

Question 107

To stop being involved in something, such as an agreement or activity.

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To pull out of / withdraw from The company decided to pull out of the deal due to financial concerns."

Question 108

To strongly demand or emphasize that someone must do something.

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Insist on someone doing something She insists on her children finishing their homework before playing."

Question 109

There is a strong probability or chance of something happening.

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It’s highly likely "It’s highly likely that the meeting will be postponed due to bad weather."

Question 110

To be about to do something very soon.

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Be on the point of "She was on the point of leaving when the phone rang."

Question 111

To express disapproval or opposition to something.

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Object to Many people object to the construction of a new highway through the town."

Question 112

Being renovated, repaired, or decorated.

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Being done up Their house is currently being done up, so they’re staying with friends."

Question 113

To attribute something to a particular cause.

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To be put down to Her success can be put down to hard work and determination."

Question 114

To be addressed in a condescending or patronizing manner.

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To be spoken down to He felt insulted when his manager spoke down to him during the meeting."

Question 115

To charge someone with a fault or wrongdoing.

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Accuse of The teacher accused him of cheating on the test."

Question 116

To be surprised or shocked by something.

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Be taken aback by She was taken aback by his sudden outburst of anger."

Question 117

To demonstrate a lack of respect or concern for something.

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To show a disregard for Driving at high speeds in residential areas shows a disregard for safety."

Question 118

To hold someone responsible for something that went wrong.

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Place the blame on He tried to place the blame on his colleague for the failed project."

Question 119

To recommend that someone not do something.

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To advise someone against The doctor advised her against eating too much sugar."

Question 120

Something or someone that has great potential or value but is imperfect or has shortcomings.

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Flawed diamond He’s like a flawed diamond—brilliant in some areas but unreliable in others.

Question 121

In an unpredictable or irregular way. різко

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Erratically The car swerved erratically across the road, causing concern among other drivers."

Question 122

To retract a statement or promise.

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To take back "He was forced to take back his comments after realizing they were offensive."

Question 123

To express stronger opposition or disapproval of one thing compared to another.

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Object more to something than "She objected more to the timing of the meeting than the meeting itself."

Question 124

To have a friendly or harmonious relationship with someone.

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To be on good terms Even after their disagreement, they managed to stay on good terms."

Question 125

To have the necessary qualities or abilities for something.

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To be cut out to be He’s not cut out to be a teacher; he doesn’t have the patience."

Question 126

To proceed as expected or planned.

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Go to plan The event didn’t go to plan because of the unexpected rain.

Question 127

To end or interrupt something earlier than intended.

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To cut short The referee had to cut short the match due to a player’s injury."

Question 128

To refine or improve something, especially a skill.

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To hone "She took extra lessons to hone her painting skills."

Question 129

To turn to a particular action or solution, often as a last option.

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To resort to "They had to resort to borrowing money to cover the medical bills."

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To move in a circular path or to center around a particular topic or idea.

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To revolve "The Earth revolves around the Sun." "The discussion revolved around the upcoming budget."

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Inflexible or unyielding, either physically or metaphorically.

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Rigid Her rigid schedule leaves no room for spontaneity."

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Polite, respectful, or considerate in manner.

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Courteous The staff were very courteous and made us feel welcome."

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To improve or refresh knowledge of a language.

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To brush up on language skills She’s brushing up on her French before her trip to Paris."

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Exact, accurate, and clearly defined.

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Precise He gave a precise explanation of how the experiment works."

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Offensive or obscene words or language.

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Profanities The movie was criticized for containing too many profanities."

Question 136

To connect or arrange ideas, words, or actions in a sequence.

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To string these together "He managed to string these arguments together into a convincing speech."

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It happens quite often; it is relatively frequent.

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It’s not uncommon "It’s not uncommon for students to feel nervous before an exam."

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To yield positive results or benefits in the future.

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Will pay off All your hard work will pay off when you pass the exam."

Question 139

To reduce or specify the time needed or available for something.

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Narrow the time down "We need to narrow the time down for the meeting to fit everyone's schedule."

Question 140

To be very easy or effortless.

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To be a breeze The test was a breeze; I finished it in 20 minutes."

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Carefully planned or considered.

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Well-thought-out Her presentation was well-thought-out and impressed the entire team."

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To be useful at a particular moment.

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Come in handy This umbrella will come in handy if it starts raining."

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To correct or fix something.

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Rectify We need to rectify the mistake before submitting the report."

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To successfully complete a task or goal.

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Accomplish "She managed to accomplish all her objectives ahead of schedule."

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To make plans or decisions quickly and spontaneously without much preparation.

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To plan on the fly We didn’t have a set itinerary, so we planned the trip on the fly."

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The specific amount of time assigned or designated for something.

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Allotted time The students were given an allotted time of 30 minutes to complete the test."

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To confirm or emphasize something again.

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Reaffirm The manager wanted to reaffirm his commitment to the project’s success."

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: To make a serious or tense atmosphere more relaxed or cheerful.

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Lighten the mood He told a funny story to lighten the mood during the meeting."

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Cheerful, optimistic, and positive.

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Upbeat Despite the challenges, her attitude remained upbeat throughout the process."

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To fill a period of inactivity or spare time with something productive or useful.

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To plug a time gap He started reading a book to plug the time gap while waiting for the bus."

Question 151

Legal rights that protect creations of the mind, such as inventions, literary and artistic works, designs, symbols, names, and images used in commerce.

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Intellectual Property Rights The company filed a lawsuit to defend its intellectual property rights against unauthorized use of its logo."

Question 152

Violent or abusive behavior within a household, typically involving the abuse of a spouse or partner.

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Domestic Violence Many organizations work to provide support and protection for victims of domestic violence."

Question 153

Permission or agreement for something to happen, given voluntarily by someone with the capacity to decide.

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Consent "Before starting the medical procedure, the doctor ensured she had the patient’s informed consent."

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The incorrect or inappropriate use of something.

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Misuse He was accused of the misuse of power to intimidate his colleagues

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A feeling of deep sympathy and concern for someone suffering, coupled with a desire to help.

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Compassion "Her compassion for the homeless inspired her to volunteer at the shelter."

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A joint action or contribution from a group of people to achieve a common goal.

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Collective Effort The project’s success was the result of a collective effort by the entire team." Solving climate change requires a collective effort from all nations."

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Extremely happy, excited, or delighted.

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Thrilled She was thrilled to receive an offer from her dream university."

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To openly show your emotions.

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Wear your heart on your sleeve "She wears her heart on her sleeve, so it's easy to tell when she's upset."

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To stop yourself from saying something you want to say, often to avoid conflict.

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Bite your tongue I had to bite my tongue when he started criticizing my work."

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To lose your temper suddenly.

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Blow a fuse He blew a fuse when he realized his phone was stolen."

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Feeling happy and cheerful.

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In high spirits "Everyone was in high spirits during the holiday party."

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Very jealous.

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Green with envy I was green with envy when I saw her amazing holiday photos."

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To remain calm and not show emotions, especially in difficult situations.

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Keep a stiff upper lip He kept a stiff upper lip even when he lost everything in the fire."

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To pretend to be happy or okay, even if you’re upset.

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Put a brave face on it She put a brave face on it when she heard the bad news."

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To be eager and ready to listen.

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Be all ears Tell me what happened—I’m all ears!"

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To feel like you are about to cry because of strong emotion.

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A lump in your throat "I got a lump in my throat during her farewell speech."

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To deal with or take care of something.

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To attend to something "She had to attend to some urgent work before joining the meeting."

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To reveal or make information known.

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To disclose "The report disclosed sensitive company data."

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To a great extent or degree.

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Vastly "The new policy has vastly improved working conditions."

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Respect or submission to someone else's judgment or authority.

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Deference He spoke with deference to the experienced professor."

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Treating everyone equally and fairly.

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Egalitarian approach The teacher’s egalitarian approach ensured all students had equal opportunities to participate."

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Being in the same position or having the same opportunities as others.

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Equal footing The new law puts men and women on equal footing in the workplace.

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In a severe or unkind manner.

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Harshly "He was harshly criticized for his controversial comments."

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Open, honest, and direct.

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Frank She was frank about her concerns with the project."

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To register or sign up for a class or course.

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Enroll in the lesson He decided to enroll in the advanced math lesson to improve his skills."

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Relevant or suitable for a particular situation.

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Applicable The rules are applicable to all members of the team."

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The ability to remember or keep something.

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Retention "Student retention has improved with the new teaching methods."

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To get something back.

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Retrieve She managed to retrieve her lost files from the computer."

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In a clear and concise manner.

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Succinctly He explained the concept succinctly, making it easy to understand."

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A substance or tool used for writing on blackboards, often metaphorically

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Chalks The old school still relies on chalks and blackboards for teaching."

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Not given enough attention or care.

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Neglected "The garden was neglected and overgrown with weeds."

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In a way that achieves maximum productivity with minimal waste of time or resources.

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Efficiently "The new software allows us to work more efficiently."

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To understand or master something.

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Get the hang of something "It took me a while, but I finally got the hang of using the new software."

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Things that provoke a response or reaction.

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Stimuli "Bright lights and loud noises are common stimuli for infants."

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To a great extent; hugely.

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Massively "The company has massively increased its profits this year."

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To upset or insult someone.

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Offend "I didn’t mean to offend her with my comments."

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A large amount of something.

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Heaps of something "She had heaps of paperwork to finish before the deadline."

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Something that can be touched or felt; real and concrete.

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Tangible The excitement in the room was almost tangible."

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To think something or someone is less capable, important, or large than it actually is.

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Underestimate Don’t underestimate the difficulty of this project."

Question 190

To cover someone’s eyes with a piece of cloth or material to block their vision.

Answer 190

Put on a blindfold "They asked her to put on a blindfold for the surprise."

Question 191

Designed to be held and used in the hand.

Answer 191

Hand-held A hand-held camera was used to film the documentary."

Question 192

To calm or slow down the intensity or excitement.

Answer 192

To bring the energy down a few notches After the heated debate, the moderator tried to bring the energy down a few notches."

Question 193

To say something suddenly without thinking, often revealing something unintentionally.

Answer 193

Blurt out the word "He blurted out the answer before anyone had a chance to think."

Question 194

To secure or cover something using tape.

Answer 194

Tape up The box was carefully taped up before shipping it."

Question 195

To relax physically or mentally; to become less rigid or tense.

Answer 195

Loosening up The yoga session helped me loosen up after a stressful day."

Question 196

To create, invent, or plan something carefully.

Answer 196

Devise They devised a strategy to improve productivity."

Question 197

To embrace playful, carefree, or imaginative aspects of yourself.

Answer 197

Unleash your inner child "The theme park was the perfect place to unleash my inner child."

Question 198

To measure, estimate, or judge something, often a reaction or situation.

Answer 198

To gauge "He tried to gauge the audience’s interest before starting his presentation."

Question 199

Short, comedic, or dramatic performances, usually improvised or scripted.

Answer 199

Skits The students performed hilarious skits during the school talent show."

Question 200

To take turns or switch between options.

Answer 200

Alternate

Question 201

To revive or renew something, such as a feeling, relationship, or interest.

Answer 201

Rekindle "The vacation rekindled their love for travel."

Question 202

To address or confront a difficult task or problem.

Answer 202

Tackle the challenge She tackled the challenge of learning a new language with determination."

Question 203

Possible, practical, or achievable.

Answer 203

Feasible The proposed solution is feasible within our budget."

Question 204

Essential or frequently used material; core content that is widely recognized or consistently included in a specific context.

Answer 204

Staple content "Grammar exercises are staple content in language learning courses."

Question 205

Lacking fresh air; uncomfortable due to poor ventilation.

Answer 205

Stuffy "The room was so stuffy that everyone felt uncomfortable during the meeting."

Question 206

Bright and adequately illuminated.

Answer 206

Well-lit The well-lit room created a more welcoming atmosphere for the guests."

Question 207

Feeling sleepy or sluggish, often due to fatigue or monotony.

Answer 207

Drowsy The warm afternoon sun made him feel drowsy."

Question 208

Lacking energy or enthusiasm; sluggish.

Answer 208

Lethargic After staying up all night, she felt lethargic the next day."

Question 209

An optimistic or constructive mental attitude.

Answer 209

. Positive frame of mind "Starting the day with a positive frame of mind can improve your productivity."

Question 210

Limited in space; overcrowded or confined.

Answer 210

Cramped The cramped office made it difficult for the team to work efficiently."

Question 211

A half-circle or an arrangement of objects or people in a curved, semi-circular shape.

Answer 211

Semi-circle The students sat in a semi-circle around the teacher for the storytelling session."

Question 212

Deliberately cruel or violent; extremely unpleasant or severe.

Answer 212

Vicious The vicious storm destroyed several homes in the area.

Question 213

A mild exclamation of surprise, frustration, or disbelief.

Answer 213

What the heck What the heck is going on here?

Question 214

To experience small, persistent annoyances or doubts.

Answer 214

Get niggles "I started to get niggles about whether I had locked the door before leaving."

Question 215

Combined or linked with something else.

Answer 215

Coupled on The new technology, coupled on with expert training, improved the team’s performance significantly."

Question 216

To have the opposite effect of what was intended; to fail in an unexpected and undesirable way Frequently used to describe unintended negative outcomes in plans or actions.

Answer 216

Backfire Her plan to impress her boss backfired when the presentation went wrong."

Question 217

Deep emotional pain or distress experienced personally. Often used in emotional or psychological contexts to describe significant inner suffering.

Answer 217

Personal anguish He struggled to hide his personal anguish after losing his job."

Question 218

Blaming oneself for something; feelings of guilt or regret. Used to express internal guilt or self-blame.

Answer 218

Self-recriminations "After the accident, she was consumed by self-recriminations, questioning her actions."

Question 219

To examine something very carefully in detail.

Answer 219

Scrutinize The report was thoroughly scrutinized before submission."

Question 220

To accept or agree to something reluctantly but without protest.

Answer 220

Acquiesce TO "She acquiesced to her manager's request, even though she was hesitant.

Question 221

To increase or improve something by adding to it.

Answer 221

Augment "They decided to augment their income by starting a small business."

Question 222

To speed up a process or action.

Answer 222

Expedite The company hired additional staff to expedite the project."

Question 223

To refer to something indirectly.

Answer 223

Allude "During his speech, he alluded to the challenges the team faced."

Question 224

To weaken something gradually or secretly.

Answer 224

Undermine Her constant criticism undermined his confidence."

Question 225

To call on something (e.g., a principle, law, or memory) as a means of support or justification.

Answer 225

Invoke "The lawyer invoked a precedent to strengthen her argument."

Question 226

To make something less severe, serious, or painful.

Answer 226

Mitigate They took measures to mitigate the risks associated with the project."

Question 227

To correct or fix something that is wrong.

Answer 227

Rectify The error in the document was quickly rectified by the editor."

Question 228

To bring a feeling, memory, or image into the mind.

Answer 228

Evoke "The painting evoked a sense of nostalgia for her childhood."

Question 229

To accept something without openly disagreeing.

Answer 229

Acquiesce in silence "He acquiesced in silence, though he clearly disapproved."

Question 230

To speed up the completion of a task or action.

Answer 230

Expedite the process They implemented new software to expedite the hiring process."

Question 231

To reference something without stating it outright.

Answer 231

Allude indirectly The politician alluded indirectly to his opponent's controversial past."

Question 232

To weaken someone's belief in their abilities.

Answer 232

Undermine confidence "Constant criticism can undermine a child’s confidence."

Question 233

To bring a particular feeling or quality into existence.

Answer 233

Invoke a sense of "The music invoked a sense of calm and serenity."

Question 234

To lessen the negative effects of something.

Answer 234

Mitigate the impact "Policies were introduced to mitigate the impact of climate change."

Question 235

To fix a mistake.

Answer 235

Rectify an error "The team worked quickly to rectify the error before it caused further delays."

Question 236

To bring back recollections of past experiences.

Answer 236

Evoke memories of The smell of fresh bread evoked memories of her grandmother’s kitchen."

Question 237

Decide something based on knowledge and facts.

Answer 237

Make an informed decision She made an informed decision after considering all the options."

Question 238

Present a strong and persuasive case.

Answer 238

Make a compelling argument The lawyer made a compelling argument in court."

Question 239

Apologize and take action to fix a wrong or mistake.

Answer 239

Make amends He tried to make amends for missing her birthday by organizing a surprise party."

Question 240

Achieve significant progress in something challenging.

Answer 240

Make a breakthrough "The researchers made a breakthrough in cancer treatment."

Question 241

Leave a memorable impact on someone.

Answer 241

Make a lasting impression "Her eloquent speech made a lasting impression on the audience."

Question 242

Represent something accurately or fairly. відповідає чомусь

Answer 242

Do justice to something "The movie doesn’t do justice to the complexity of the novel."

Question 243

Eliminate or abolish something. покінчити з чимсоь

Answer 243

Do away with The company decided to do away with unnecessary paperwork."

Question 244

Treat someone unfairly or cause harm to their reputation.

Answer 244

Do someone a disservice Spreading false rumors does him a great disservice."

Question 245

Prepare the necessary basics for something.

Answer 245

Do the groundwork You need to do the groundwork before pitching your idea to investors."

Question 246

Handle the most challenging or demanding tasks.

Answer 246

Do the heavy lifting "He’s great at delegating, but his assistant often does the heavy lifting.

Question 247

Put a lot of effort into achieving something collectively or individually.

Answer 247

Make a concerted effort They made a concerted effort to improve customer service."

Question 248

Exaggerate a minor issue.

Answer 248

Make a mountain out of a molehill "You’re making a mountain out of a molehill—this is a small problem."

Question 249

Intentionally emphasize or ensure something is done.

Answer 249

Make a point of "She made a point of arriving early to impress her new boss."

Question 250

Progress in a challenging situation.

Answer 250

Make headway on Despite setbacks, the team made headway on the project."

Question 251

Have a highly positive impact on someone or something.

Answer 251

Do wonders for "Taking a break can do wonders for your productivity."

Question 252

Be enough to achieve the desired result.

Answer 252

Do the trick "A bit of salt should do the trick for improving the flavor."

Question 253

Try as hard as possible to achieve something.

Answer 253

Do one’s utmost "She did her utmost to ensure the project was completed on time."

Question 254

Look again in surprise or disbelief.

Answer 254

Do a double take "I had to do a double take when I saw her new haircut."

Question 255

Take steps to minimize harm after a mistake or problem.

Answer 255

Do damage control "The PR team worked overnight to do damage control after the scandal broke."

Question 256

Not staying the same; changing or conflicting in behavior or quality.

Answer 256

Inconsistent "Her statements were inconsistent with the evidence presented."

Question 257

Stop oneself from doing something.

Answer 257

Refrain from "Please refrain from using your phone during the meeting."

Question 258

Criticize or reprimand someone, especially a child, for wrongdoing.

Answer 258

Scold someone "The teacher scolded the students for talking during the lesson."

Question 259

Violations or breaches of rules or laws.

Answer 259

Infractions "Minor infractions of the dress code will result in a warning."

Question 260

Giving or entrusting someone with authority or responsibility.

Answer 260

Vesting some responsibility in someone The CEO is vesting some responsibility in the younger members of the team."

Question 261

Criticize or reprimand harshly.

Answer 261

Chastise "He was chastised by his boss for missing the deadline."

Question 262

Persuade someone not to do something.

Answer 262

Dissuade She tried to dissuade him from quitting his job."

Question 263

Causing someone to feel ashamed or foolish. принизливий

Answer 263

Humiliating "Forgetting her lines on stage was a humiliating experience."

Question 264

An idea or invention created by one person or a group.

Answer 264

Brainchild "The new app was the brainchild of a young software engineer."

Question 265

Something that lasts over time as a tribute or memory of an event, idea, or person.

Answer 265

Enduring Monument "The Eiffel Tower stands as an enduring monument to French ingenuity."

Question 266

A situation where something is insufficient or lacking.

Answer 266

There is a Shortage of Something "There is a shortage of skilled workers in the construction industry."

Question 267

To be extracted (stone or other materials) from the earth, typically from a quarry.

Answer 267

To Be Quarried "The marble used in the building was quarried from Italy."

Question 268

(noun) a place where coal is extracted from the ground The workers spent their days in the ..., digging for valuable resources.

Answer 268

Coal Quarry The workers spent their days in the coal quarry, digging for valuable resources.

Question 269

(adjective) growing or spreading unchecked; widespread The rampant weeds took over the garden.

Answer 269

Rampant The rampant weeds took over the garden.

Question 270

(adjective) abandoned and empty; lacking inhabitants or visitors The ... town was overgrown with weeds.

Answer 270

Deserted The deserted town was overgrown with weeds.

Question 271

(verb) to take back something that was lost or taken away The company worked to ... its former market position.

Answer 271

Reclaim The company worked to reclaim its former market position.

Question 272

(verb) to hide something or keep it secret She tried to ... her emotions during the interview.

Answer 272

To Conceal She tried to conceal her emotions during the interview.

Question 273

(verb phrase) to feel a strong interest or attraction towards someone or something She was ... the vibrant colors of the painting.

Answer 273

to be drawn to She was drawn to the vibrant colors of the painting.

Question 274

(noun) memories that remain in one's mind for a long time, often due to their emotional significance or impact The trip to the Grand Canyon created ... for the family.

Answer 274

Lasting memories The trip to the Grand Canyon created lasting memories for the family.

Question 275

(noun) the degree of variation in trading prices over time in a market. Investors often worry about ... during economic downturns.

Answer 275

Market volatility Investors often worry about market volatility during economic downturns.

Question 276

(noun) the obligation of individuals or organizations to manage their financial resources wisely and sustainably. The government emphasized ... by reducing unnecessary expenditures.

Answer 276

Fiscal responsibility The government emphasized fiscal responsibility by reducing unnecessary expenditures.

Question 277

(noun) the difference between the cost of producing something and the price at which it is sold, expressed as a percentage of sales. The store's ... increased after they negotiated better deals with suppliers.

Answer 277

Profit margins The company improved its profit margins by reducing production costs. The store's profit margins increased after they negotiated better deals with suppliers.

Question 278

(noun) the management of the flow of goods and services, including all processes that transform raw materials into final products Effective ... can reduce costs and improve customer satisfaction.

Answer 278

Supply chain management Effective supply chain management can reduce costs and improve customer satisfaction.

Question 279

(noun) a period when the economy is performing poorly, characterized by reduced consumer spending, increased unemployment, and decreased production. The country experienced an ... that led to widespread layoffs.

Answer 279

Economic downturn The country experienced an economic downturn that led to widespread layoffs.

Question 280

(verb phrase) to spread investments across various assets to reduce risk Investors often ... by including stocks, bonds, and real estate in their portfolio.

Answer 280

Diversify investments Investors often diversify investments by including stocks, bonds, and real estate in their portfolio.

Question 281

(noun) a condition or circumstance that puts a company in a favorable or superior business position The company's innovative technology gave it a significant ... over its rivals.

Answer 281

Competitive advantage The company's innovative technology gave it a significant competitive advantage over its rivals.

Question 282

(noun) a business model in which companies integrate social and environmental concerns in their operations and interactions with stakeholders. Many companies are adopting .... practices to improve their public image.

Answer 282

Corporate social responsibility (CSR) Many companies are adopting corporate social responsibility (CSR) practices to improve their public image.

Question 283

(noun) economies that are in the process of rapid growth and industrialization Investors are increasingly looking to ... like India and Brazil for opportunities.

Answer 283

Emerging markets Investors are increasingly looking to emerging markets like India and Brazil for opportunities.

Question 284

(noun) assets that can be quickly converted into cash without losing value Savings accounts and stocks are considered ....

Answer 284

Liquid assets Savings accounts and stocks are considered liquid assets.

Question 285

(verb) to play audio or video content from a later point to an earlier point Please ... the audio so we can hear that part again.

Answer 285

Rewind the audio Please rewind the audio so we can hear that part again.

Question 286

(adjective) having a shiny, smooth surface The magazine had a ... finish that made the pictures pop.

Answer 286

Glossy The magazine had a glossy finish that made the pictures pop.

Question 287

(adverb) in the end; finally ..., we decided to go with the original plan.

Answer 287

Ultimately Ultimately, we decided to go with the original plan.

Question 288

(verb phrase) to experience difficulty in making a decision when faced with multiple options She was ... of staying at home or going out with friends.

Answer 288

To be torn between choices She was torn between choices of staying at home or going out with friends.

Question 289

(verb) to follow or chase someone or something in order to catch or achieve it The police decided to ... the suspect on foot.

Answer 289

To pursue The police decided to pursue the suspect on foot.

Question 290

(phrase) to do your part or contribute to a collective effort or cause Everyone is encouraged to ... for the environment by recycling.

Answer 290

To do your bit for something Everyone is encouraged to do their bit for the environment by recycling.

Question 291

(noun) a person who believes that people are motivated purely by self-interest rather than acting for honorable or unselfish reasons As a ..., he doubted the sincerity of their charitable actions.

Answer 291

Cynic As a cynic, he doubted the sincerity of their charitable actions.

Question 292

(noun) documents or qualifications that prove a person's identity or competence He presented his ... to the hiring committee.

Answer 292

Credentials He presented his credentials to the hiring committee.

Question 293

(verb) to give someone the right to have or do something The new policy will ... employees to extra vacation days.

Answer 293

To entitle someone The new policy will entitle employees to extra vacation days.

Question 294

(verb phrase) to spend time in a relaxed or lazy manner, doing very little or nothing On weekends, I like to ... the house and watch movies.

Answer 294

To laze around On weekends, I like to laze around the house and watch movies.

Question 295

(noun) the relationship between comrades or friends who share a common goal or experience The soldiers developed a strong sense of ... during their time in the field.

Answer 295

Comradeship The soldiers developed a strong sense of comradeship during their time in the field.

Question 296

(phrase) a saying that means everyone has different preferences or tastes Some people love classical music, while others prefer rock; it's truly a case of ....

Answer 296

Each to his own Some people love classical music, while others prefer rock; it's truly a case of each to his own.

Question 297

(adjective) having a wide range or extent; comprehensive The report made sweeping changes to the company's policies. кардинальний

Answer 297

Sweeping The report made sweeping changes to the company's policies.

Question 298

(noun) the art or practice of garden cultivation and management She studied ... to learn how to grow fruits and vegetables effectively.

Answer 298

Horticulture She studied horticulture to learn how to grow fruits and vegetables effectively.

Question 299

(noun) students who are in the same class or educational program as another student During the group project, I collaborated with my ... to complete the assignment.

Answer 299

Fellow students During the group project, I collaborated with my fellow students to complete the assignment.

Question 300

(adjective) extremely hot and uncomfortable The ... heat made it difficult to concentrate.

Answer 300

Sweltering The sweltering heat made it difficult to concentrate.

Question 301

(noun) a casual term for people or a group of individuals, often used informally. The ... at the party were very welcoming.

Answer 301

Folks The folks at the party were very welcoming.

Question 302

(phrase) used to indicate a realization or reflection about something that has been previously considered or overlooked I wasn't sure about the plan, but ..., it might actually work.

Answer 302

Come to think of it I wasn't sure about the plan, but come to think of it, it might actually work.

Question 303

(noun) areas of soil or earth that are not covered by vegetation or other materials. The garden had several ... where nothing was growing.

Answer 303

Bare bits of ground The garden had several bare bits of ground where nothing was growing.

Question 304

(verb) to put forward an argument that opposes or challenges another argument In the debate, she decided to ... to his claims about climate change.

Answer 304

To present a counter-argument In the debate, she decided to present a counter-argument to his claims about climate change.

Question 305

(verb phrase) to suddenly think of something or someone When I heard her name, several memories ....

Answer 305

Spring to mind When I heard her name, several memories sprang to mind.

Question 306

(verb) to make something more definite or certain The teacher asked us to ... our understanding of the topic by reviewing the material.

Answer 306

Solidify your understanding The teacher asked us to solidify our understanding of the topic by reviewing the material.

Question 307

(adverb) indicates that something has not happened up to the present moment but may happen in the future I haven't finished my homework ....

Answer 307

Just yet I haven't finished my homework just yet.

Question 308

(noun) a person or entity that captures or takes control of someone or something. The soldier acted as a ... during the hostage situation.

Answer 308

Captor The soldier acted as a captor during the hostage situation.

Question 309

(noun) a methodical approach to finding a solution by checking all possible options or paths. The team used an ... to ensure they considered every possible outcome in the experiment.

Answer 309

Exhaustive search The team used an exhaustive search to ensure they considered every possible outcome in the experiment.

Question 310

(verb) to fail to notice or consider something He ... the small details in the report.

Answer 310

To overlook the park He overlooked the small details in the report.

Question 311

(verb) to have knowledge about or be aware of specific topics or issues She stays updated to ... in the matters of technology.

Answer 311

To be informed in the matters She stays updated to be informed in the matters of technology.

Question 312

(verb) to depart immediately or without delay When the fire alarm rang, everyone was instructed to ....

Answer 312

To leave at once When the fire alarm rang, everyone was instructed to leave at once.

Question 313

(verb) to communicate verbally in a simultaneous manner During the meeting, they ..., making it hard to understand anyone.

Answer 313

They talked at once During the meeting, they talked at once, making it hard to understand anyone.

Question 314

(phrase) possessing both physical attractiveness and intelligence simultaneously She is admired for her ability to be ..., excelling in both her career and her social life.

Answer 314

To be at once beautiful and smart She is admired for her ability to be at once beautiful and smart, excelling in both her career and her social life.

Question 315

(verb) to negotiate an agreement or deal between parties They decided to ... on the price of the car.

Answer 315

To strike a bargain They decided to strike a bargain on the price of the car.

Question 316

(verb phrase) to purchase an item at a price that is lower than its usual value She decided ... at the clearance sale.

Answer 316

To buy a bargain She decided to buy a bargain at the clearance sale.

Question 317

(verb) to assert or continue to hold a belief or opinion She ... that her decision was the right one.

Answer 317

To maintain that She maintained that her decision was the right one.

Question 318

(phrase) refers to a specific instance or event that stands out in memory On one occasion, I remember getting lost in the city and finding my way back with the help of a stranger.

Answer 318

On one occasion I remember... On one occasion, I remember getting lost in the city and finding my way back with the help of a stranger.

Question 319

(idiom) to annoy or irritate someone to the point of extreme frustration The constant noise from the construction site ... her to distraction.

Answer 319

Drive someone to distraction The constant noise from the construction site drove her to distraction.

Question 320

(noun) the lack of knowledge, understanding, or information about something. His ... of the law led to serious consequences.

Answer 320

Ignorance His ignorance of the law led to serious consequences.

Question 321

(verb phrase) to exploit a situation or person for personal gain, often unethically or unfairly He took advantage of her kindness by asking for favors constantly.

Answer 321

Take advantage of something (in a bad manner) He took advantage of her kindness by asking for favors constantly.

Question 322

(verb) to recognize the significance or value of something I ... the effort you put into this project.

Answer 322

To appreciate what something means I appreciate the effort you put into this project.

Question 323

(verb) to refuse to accept or acknowledge something as valid or true The government ... результати виборів.

Answer 323

Не визнавати (To not recognize) The government не визнавала результати виборів.

Question 324

(verb) to talk with pride about one's achievements or possessions He loves to ... about his new car.

Answer 324

To boast about something He loves to boast about his new car.

Question 325

(verb) to possess or have something that is impressive or notable The city ... a rich history.

Answer 325

The town boasts two cinemas The city boasts a rich history.

Question 326

(idiom) to do something that is likely to cause problems or difficulties By ignoring the safety rules, he is really ....

Answer 326

To ask for trouble By ignoring the safety rules, he is really asking for trouble.

Question 327

(adverb) in total; when everything is considered Altogether, we spent three hours on the project.

Answer 327

Altogether (Загалом) Altogether, we spent three hours on the project.

Question 328

(noun) a trip or excursion taken during the day for enjoyment or leisure. We planned a ... to the beach.

Answer 328

Day’s outing We planned a day's outing to the beach.

Question 329

(verb) to express disapproval or disappointment towards someone for their actions or behavior She ... him for being late to the meeting.

Answer 329

To reproach someone She reproached him for being late to the meeting.

Question 330

(noun) the process by which a seed develops into a new plant. The ... of the seeds took place after a week of watering.

Answer 330

Germination The germination of the seeds took place after a week of watering.

Question 331

(noun) individual items or examples collected for study or display, often in a scientific context The museum displayed rare botanical ... from around the world.

Answer 331

Specimens The museum displayed rare botanical specimens from around the world.

Question 332

(verb phrase) to leave a place to go somewhere, usually for a specific purpose We decided to ... the wilderness for the weekend.

Answer 332

To head out into We decided to head out into the wilderness for the weekend.

Question 333

(verb) to look like or be similar to someone or something She ... her mother in both appearance and personality.

Answer 333

To resemble She resembles her mother in both appearance and personality.

Question 334

(verb phrase) to release or emit a smell or fragrance into the air The flowers ... of spring.

Answer 334

To give off the scent The flowers give off the scent of spring.

Question 335

(adjective) bright crimson refers to a vivid, deep red color with a slight bluish tone. The artist used a ... to make the flowers stand out in the painting.

Answer 335

Bright crimson The artist used a bright crimson to make the flowers stand out in the painting.

Question 336

чагарник (noun) a type of vegetation characterized by the dominance of shrubs and small trees, typically found in areas with a dry climate. The wildlife thrives in the ... of the desert region.

Answer 336

Shrubland The wildlife thrives in the shrubland of the desert region.

Question 337

(noun) a diverse and abundant collection of items, often referring to a variety of types or categories of things The museum displayed a ... of ancient artifacts.

Answer 337

Rich array The museum displayed a rich array of ancient artifacts.

Question 338

(noun) a position or place that provides a good view or perspective of something. From her ... on the hill, she could see the entire valley.

Answer 338

Vantage point From her vantage point on the hill, she could see the entire valley.

Question 339

(noun) a journalist who writes regularly for a publication, often providing opinions or commentary on specific topics. The ... wrote an insightful piece about climate change.

Answer 339

Columnist The columnist wrote an insightful piece about climate change.

Question 340

(verb) to create a reputation or recognition for oneself in a particular field or among the public She worked hard to ... for herself in the music industry.

Answer 340

Make a name (to become famous) She worked hard to make a name for herself in the music industry.

Question 341

відносно (adverb) in relation or comparison to something else The task is relatively easy compared to the last one.

Answer 341

Relatively The task is relatively easy compared to the last one.

Question 342

(noun) a person who is new to a particular activity, especially in a military context As a ..., he had to undergo basic training before joining the unit.

Answer 342

To be a raw recruit As a raw recruit, he had to undergo basic training before joining the unit.

Question 343

(verb) to assemble or create something from various pieces or sources He had to ... the story together from different interviews.

Answer 343

To cobble the story together He had to cobble the story together from different interviews.

Question 344

(noun) a moment when a significant change occurs, marking a decisive point in a situation. The signing of the peace treaty was a ... in the war.

Answer 344

A turning point The signing of the peace treaty was a turning point in the war.

Question 345

(adjective) having or showing sharp powers of judgment; astute Her ... analysis of the market trends helped the company thrive.

Answer 345

Shrewd career move Her shrewd analysis of the market trends helped the company thrive.

Question 346

(verb) to change something drastically or fundamentally The invention of the internet has ... the way we communicate.

Answer 346

Revolutionize the way The invention of the internet has revolutionized the way we communicate.

Question 347

(verb) to follow the development or movement of something over time We need to ... the progress of the project to ensure it stays on schedule.

Answer 347

Track the progress We need to track the progress of the project to ensure it stays on schedule.

Question 348

(noun) excessive dependence on technological tools or systems His ... made him struggle with basic tasks without his devices.

Answer 348

Over-reliance on technology His over-reliance on technology made him struggle with basic tasks without his devices.

Question 349

(noun) issues related to the protection of personal information and the right to keep it confidential. Many users have ... about how their data is collected online.

Answer 349

Privacy concerns Many users have privacy concerns about how their data is collected online.

Question 350

(phrase) the arrival or beginning of a significant event or development With the ... of the internet, communication has changed dramatically.

Answer 350

With the advent of something With the advent of the internet, communication has changed dramatically.

Question 351

(phrase) in a relaxed and secure environment of one's own residence You can enjoy a movie ....

Answer 351

From the comfort of your home You can enjoy a movie from the comfort of your home.

Question 352

(verb) to make an action or process easier or more achievable The new software was designed to ... communication between team members.

Answer 352

To facilitate The new software was designed to facilitate communication between team members.

Question 353

(verb) to present an obstacle or difficulty that requires effort to overcome The new project will ... to the team’s skills.

Answer 353

To pose a challenge The new project will pose a challenge to the team’s skills.

Question 354

(verb) to deal with or discuss a particular issue or problem The committee will ... the concerns raised by the community.

Answer 354

Something must be addressed to ensure The committee will address the concerns raised by the community.

Question 355

(verb) to deal with or handle a situation or problem We need to ... the issue of climate change urgently.

Answer 355

Need to be tackled We need to tackle the issue of climate change urgently.

Question 356

(phrase) an expression used to indicate the beginning of a discussion or explanation ..., we need to establish a budget for the project.

Answer 356

To start off with To start off with, we need to establish a budget for the project.

Question 357

(noun) a psychological pattern in which an individual doubts their accomplishments and has a persistent fear of being exposed as a 'fraud' Despite her numerous awards, she suffers from ... and feels she doesn't deserve her success.

Answer 357

Imposter syndrome Despite her numerous awards, she suffers from imposter syndrome and feels she doesn't deserve her success.

Question 358

(verb phrase) to receive criticism or negative feedback for something The politician.... for his controversial comments.

Answer 358

Take a bit of flack The politician took a bit of flack for his controversial comments.

Question 359

(noun) the human soul, mind, or spirit The study of the.... helps us understand human behavior.

Answer 359

Psyche The study of the psyche helps us understand human behavior.

Question 360

(noun) the state of being a slave; the condition in which one human being is owned by another. Slavery was a brutal institution that dehumanized millions of people.

Answer 360

Slavery Slavery was a brutal institution that dehumanized millions of people.

Question 361

кидання спису (noun) an athlete who excels in throwing a javelin, a spear-like object used in track and field competitions. The javelin champion set a new national record during the tournament.

Answer 361

Javelin champion The javelin champion set a new national record during the tournament.

Question 362

(noun) the peak or highest level of public recognition and success After winning the Oscar, she reached the ....

Answer 362

Height of fame After winning the Oscar, she reached the height of fame.

Question 363

(verb) to marry or enter into a marital relationship with someone They decided to ... in a small ceremony.

Answer 363

To wed They decided to wid in a small ceremony.

Question 364

(noun) a type of aircraft in which the cockpit is exposed to the open air, without a covering or canopy. The vintage ... offered a thrilling flying experience with no barriers between the pilot and the sky.

Answer 364

Open-cockpit plane The vintage open-cockpit plane offered a thrilling flying experience with no barriers between the pilot and the sky.

Question 365

(verb phrase) to be publicly praised or acclaimed for something The scientist was ... a pioneer in renewable energy.

Answer 365

To be hailed as The scientist was hailed as a pioneer in renewable energy.

Question 366

(verb) to experience an unexpected event causing harm or injury He ... an accident while riding his bike.

Answer 366

To suffer an accident He suffered an accident while riding his bike.

Question 367

(adjective) referring to an unspecified but large number of times, often implying annoyance or frustration I've told you for the umpteenth time to clean your room.

Answer 367

Umpteenth time I've told you for the umpteenth time to clean your room.

Question 368

(noun) a clear, salty liquid produced by glands in the skin, typically as a result of heat or exertion After running, he wiped the ... from his forehead.

Answer 368

Sweat After running, he wiped the sweat from his forehead.

Question 369

(noun) intense feelings or strong emotional responses. He was moved to tears by the sheer emotion of the performance.

Answer 369

Sheer emotion He was moved to tears by the sheer emotion of the performance.

Question 370

(phrase) to avoid being dull or uninteresting She always tries to dress in a way that makes her ....

Answer 370

To be anything but boring She always tries to dress in a way that makes her anything but boring.

Question 371

(noun) a fierce or destructive attack The city faced an ... of enemy troops during the battle.

Answer 371

Onslaught The city faced an onslaught of enemy troops during the battle.

Question 372

(phrase) a situation where a transaction or agreement is very favorable or advantageous. I got a good deal on my new car, saving thousands of dollars.

Answer 372

Good deal = much more I got a good deal on my new car, saving thousands of dollars.

Question 373

(adverb) continuing in the same way or at the same rate The project will proceed ... as planned.

Answer 373

So on The project will proceed so on as planned.

Question 374

(adjective) involving strong disagreement or rivalry The election was a ... event with many candidates vying for votes.

Answer 374

Hotly contested competition The election was a hotly contested event with many candidates vying for votes.

Question 375

(verb) to take someone away illegally by force or deception The child was ... from the playground.

Answer 375

Abducted The child was abducted from the playground.

Question 376

(verb) to take action against unfair treatment based on characteristics such as race, gender, or age Organizations work to ... discrimination in the workplace.

Answer 376

Combat discrimination Organizations work to combat discrimination in the workplace.

Question 377

(noun) an inner sense that guides a person's moral choices and feelings of right and wrong His ... told him it was wrong to cheat on the test.

Answer 377

Conscience His conscience told him it was wrong to cheat on the test.

Question 378

(noun) an increase in the intensity or seriousness of a situation The ... of tensions between the two countries led to a military standoff.

Answer 378

Escalation The escalation of tensions between the two countries led to a military standoff.

Question 379

(noun) the methods or processes available within the legal system to achieve a particular outcome or resolve a dispute. There are several ... to challenge the decision in court.

Answer 379

Legal pathways There are several legal pathways to challenge the decision in court.

Question 380

(noun) the practice of denying services, typically financial, to residents of certain areas based on racial or ethnic composition. Redlining historically prevented Black families from obtaining mortgages in many neighborhoods.

Answer 380

Redlining Redlining historically prevented Black families from obtaining mortgages in many neighborhoods.

Question 381

(noun) the fundamental reasons or underlying factors that lead to a problem or situation Identifying the ... of poverty is essential for effective policy-making.

Answer 381

Root causes Identifying the root causes of poverty is essential for effective policy-making.

Question 382

(noun) the act of stopping something temporarily The school announced a ... of classes due to the storm.

Answer 382

Suspension The school announced a suspension of classes due to the storm.

Question 383

(phrase) a gesture of kneeling on one knee, often used as a sign of protest or solidarity, particularly in social justice movements. The players were ... before the match to protest against racial injustice.

Answer 383

Taking the knee The players were taking the knee before the match to protest against racial injustice.

Question 384

(noun) the process or period of changing from one state or condition to another The ... from childhood to adulthood can be challenging.

Answer 384

Transition The transition from childhood to adulthood can be challenging.

Question 385

(verb) to deduce or conclude information from evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements From her smile, I ... that she was happy.

Answer 385

To infer From her smile, I inferred that she was happy.

Question 386

(verb) to suggest or indicate something indirectly rather than stating it outright Her tone seemed to ... that she was unhappy with the decision.

Answer 386

To imply Her tone seemed to imply that she was unhappy with the decision.

Question 387

(adjective) not able to do something or perform a task He was ... of finishing the marathon due to his injury.

Answer 387

Incapable He was incapable of finishing the marathon due to his injury.

Question 388

(adjective) no longer being used or no longer in use The factory has been ... since the 1980s.

Answer 388

Disused The factory has been disused since the 1980s.

Question 389

(adjective) fulfilling expectations or needs; acceptable or adequate The meal was ... enough for a quick lunch.

Answer 389

Satisfactory The meal was satisfactory enough for a quick lunch.

Question 390

(adjective) causing or deserving regret; unfortunate It was a ... mistake that could have been avoided.

Answer 390

Regrettable It was a regrettable mistake that could have been avoided.

Question 391

(adjective) having a flaw or imperfection The product was returned because it was ....

Answer 391

Defective The product was returned because it was defective.

Question 392

(adjective) not having enough of a specified quality or ingredient The diet was ... in essential vitamins.

Answer 392

Deficient The diet was deficient in essential vitamins.

Question 393

(adjective) relying on someone or something else for support or help The child is still ... on her parents for guidance.

Answer 393

Dependant The child is still dependent on her parents for guidance.

Question 394

(adjective) diligent and hard-working; showing a strong work ethic She is an ... student who always completes her assignments on time.

Answer 394

Industrious She is an industrious student who always completes her assignments on time.

Question 395

(adverb) to a very great degree; extremely She was ... happy with her exam results.

Answer 395

Exceedingly She was exceedingly happy with her exam results.

Question 396

(adjective) having a large population; densely populated Tokyo is one of the most ... cities in the world.

Answer 396

Populous Tokyo is one of the most populous cities in the world.

Question 397

(adjective) not guided by or based on good sense or reason His demands for a raise were deemed ... given his recent performance.

Answer 397

Unreasonable (необгрунтований) His demands for a raise were deemed unreasonable given his recent performance.

Question 398

(noun) a way of living that involves little or no physical activity, often leading to health issues. Many office workers face health risks associated with a ... due to long hours of sitting.

Answer 398

Sedentary lifestyle Many office workers face health risks associated with a sedentary lifestyle due to long hours of sitting.

Question 399

(noun) a method of health care that considers the whole person, including physical, mental, emotional, and social factors, rather than just the symptoms of a disease. The clinic uses a ... by integrating nutrition, exercise, and mental wellness into treatment plans.

Answer 399

Holistic approach to health The clinic uses a holistic approach to health by integrating nutrition, exercise, and mental wellness into treatment plans.

Question 400

(noun) a lack of essential nutrients in the diet that the body needs to function properly Iron deficiency can lead to anemia, a common nutritional deficiency.

Answer 400

Nutritional deficiencies Iron deficiency can lead to anemia, a common nutritional deficiency.

Question 401

(verb) to increase or enhance the effectiveness of the body's defense against infections and diseases Eating a balanced diet can help ... your immune system.

Answer 401

Boost your immune system Eating a balanced diet can help boost your immune system.

Question 402

(noun) a form of exercise that alternates between short bursts of intense activity and periods of rest or lower-intensity exercise. Many athletes use ... to improve their speed and endurance.

Answer 402

High-intensity interval training Many athletes use high-intensity interval training to improve their speed and endurance.

Question 403

(noun) a state of emotional and psychological health where an individual feels good and functions well in the world. Practicing mindfulness can significantly improve your ....

Answer 403

Mental well-being Practicing mindfulness can significantly improve your mental well-being.

Question 404

(noun) actions taken to stop something undesirable from happening The government implemented ... to reduce the spread of the virus.

Answer 404

Preventative measures The government implemented preventative measures to reduce the spread of the virus.

Question 405

(noun) the health of the heart and blood vessels, which is crucial for overall bodily function and disease prevention. Regular exercise and a balanced diet are essential for maintaining good ....

Answer 405

Cardiovascular health Regular exercise and a balanced diet are essential for maintaining good cardiovascular health.

Question 406

(noun) long-lasting health issues that persist over time and often require ongoing management. Diabetes and heart disease are common ... that require regular medical care.

Answer 406

Chronic conditions Diabetes and heart disease are common chronic conditions that require regular medical care.

Question 407

(noun) a structured plan or program designed to improve physical fitness and health. She follows a strict ... that includes daily workouts and healthy eating.

Answer 407

Fitness regime She follows a strict fitness regime that includes daily workouts and healthy eating.

Question 408

(verb phrase) to advance in one's career or achieve higher positions within a company or organization After years of hard work, she finally managed to ... to become the CEO.

Answer 408

Climb the corporate ladder After years of hard work, she finally managed to climb the corporate ladder to become the CEO.

Question 409

(idiom) to gain an initial opportunity or advantage, especially in a competitive situation Internships can help you ... in the industry.

Answer 409

Get your foot in the door Internships can help you get your foot in the door in the industry.

Question 410

(idiom) to do your fair share of work in a group or team Everyone needs to ... on this project to ensure its success.

Answer 410

Pull your weight Everyone needs to pull their weight on this project to ensure its success.

Question 411

(idiom) to make a special effort to achieve something or to help someone She always goes the extra mile to ensure her clients are satisfied.

Answer 411

Go the extra mile She always goes the extra mile to ensure her clients are satisfied.

Question 412

(idiom) to start a task or project with enthusiasm and energy, ready to work immediately. The new employee hit the ground running and quickly became a valuable team member.

Answer 412

Hit the ground running The new employee hit the ground running and quickly became a valuable team member.

Question 413

(idiom) to be in control or to make the decisions in a situation In our team, Sarah always ... during projects.

Answer 413

Call the shots In our team, Sarah always calls the shots during projects.

Question 414

(adjective) easy and comfortable, often with little work or responsibility He landed a ... job at the tech company, where he barely had to work.

Answer 414

A cushy job He landed a cushy job at the tech company, where he barely had to work.

Question 415

(idiom) to work extremely hard, often to the point of exhaustion She worked her fingers to the bone to support her family.

Answer 415

Work your fingers to the bone She worked her fingers to the bone to support her family.

Question 416

(noun) the most important point or conclusion The .... is that we need to reduce costs to stay profitable.

Answer 416

The bottom line The bottom line is that we need to reduce costs to stay profitable.

Question 417

(verb) to buy items that are essential for daily living She went to the store to ... necessities like food and toiletries.

Answer 417

Purchase necessities She went to the store to purchase necessities like food and toiletries.

Question 418

(verb phrase) to actively seek out and engage in activities that one loves or finds fulfilling She decided to ... by starting a painting class.

Answer 418

To pursue passions She decided to pursue her passions by starting a painting class.

Question 419

(adjective) too long, slow, or dull; tiresome or monotonous The lecture was so ... that many students fell asleep.

Answer 419

Tedious The lecture was so tedious that many students fell asleep.

Question 420

(noun) a main point or reason that supports a particular position or opinion One key ... in favor of renewable energy is its environmental benefits.

Answer 420

One key argument in favor of One key argument in favor of renewable energy is its environmental benefits.

Question 421

(noun) the ability to understand and effectively use various financial skills, including personal financial management, budgeting, and investing. ... is essential for making informed decisions about saving for retirement.

Answer 421

Financial literacy Financial literacy is essential for making informed decisions about saving for retirement.

Question 422

(noun) the process of keeping a home in good condition through repairs, cleaning, and upkeep. Regular ....includes tasks like changing air filters and cleaning gutters.

Answer 422

Home maintenance Regular home maintenance includes tasks like changing air filters and cleaning gutters.

Question 423

(noun) the immediate assistance provided to a person suffering from an injury or illness until professional medical help is available He performed ... on the injured hiker before the ambulance arrived.

Answer 423

First aid He performed first aid on the injured hiker before the ambulance arrived.

Question 424

(verb) to be exceptionally good at or proficient in a particular skill or activity She ... in mathematics, consistently scoring top marks in her class.

Answer 424

Excel in something She excels in mathematics, consistently scoring top marks in her class.

Question 425

(noun) a method of learning that involves active participation and practical engagement rather than passive observation. The workshop provided a ... where students could build their own projects.

Answer 425

Hands-on learning experience The workshop provided a hands-on learning experience where students could build their own projects.

Question 426

(noun) the process of starting and running a new business, typically involving risk and innovation. Her passion for cooking led her to pursue ... by opening a restaurant.

Answer 426

Entrepreneurship Her passion for cooking led her to pursue entrepreneurship by opening a restaurant.

Question 427

(verb) to load someone or something with a heavy weight or responsibility The unexpected expenses ... the family financially.

Answer 427

To burden The unexpected expenses burdened the family financially.

Question 428

(noun) a schedule that is filled with many activities or appointments, leaving little free time. Her ... for the week includes meetings, classes, and social events.

Answer 428

Packed timetable Her packed timetable for the week includes meetings, classes, and social events.

Question 429

(noun) things that block one's way or prevent or hinder progress The fallen tree was an ... on the road.

Answer 429

Obstacles The fallen tree was an obstacle on the road.

Question 430

(preposition) next to or in addition to something She sat ... her friend during the movie.

Answer 430

Alongside She sat alongside her friend during the movie.

Question 431

(noun) writing materials, especially paper and envelopes She bought some beautiful ... for her letters.

Answer 431

stationery She bought some beautiful stationery for her letters.

Question 432

(adjective) not moving or not intended to be moved The car remained ... at the traffic light.

Answer 432

stationary The car remained stationary at the traffic light.

Question 433

(adjective) not moving or not intended to be moved The car remained ... at the traffic light.

Answer 433

dissatisfied The car remained stationary at the traffic light.

Question 434

(adjective) not moving or not intended to be moved The car remained ... at the traffic light.

Answer 434

stationary The car remained stationary at the traffic light.

Question 435

(adjective) extremely valuable or indispensable; having a value that cannot be measured in monetary terms Her experience in the field was ... to the project.

Answer 435

invaluable Her experience in the field was invaluable to the project.

Question 436

(adjective) famous or well-known, typically for some bad quality or deed The ... criminal was finally caught by the police.

Answer 436

notorious The notorious criminal was finally caught by the police.

Question 437

(adjective) having or showing good sense or judgment It was a ... decision to save money for emergencies.

Answer 437

sensible It was a sensible decision to save money for emergencies.

Question 438

(verb) to consist of; to be made up of The committee ... five members.

Answer 438

comprise The committee comprises five members.

Question 439

(verb) to catch up with and pass while traveling in the same direction The car managed to ... the truck on the highway.

Answer 439

overtake The car managed to overtake the truck on the highway.

Question 440

(adverb) in a way that is intended to be kept secret or private She shared the information ... with her lawyer.

Answer 440

confidentially She shared the information confidentially with her lawyer.

Question 441

(noun) the head of a school or organization The ... announced the new policies at the assembly.

Answer 441

principal The principal announced the new policies at the assembly.

Question 442

(adjective) characterized by a strong sense of duty and carefulness in work or tasks She is a ... student who always completes her assignments on time.

Answer 442

conscientious She is a conscientious student who always completes her assignments on time.

Question 443

(verb) to remove liquid from something She ... the pasta after boiling it.

Answer 443

drained She drained the pasta after boiling it.

Question 444

(verb) to think about something carefully and for a long time She sat quietly, ... the meaning of life.

Answer 444

ponder She sat quietly, pondering the meaning of life.

Question 445

(noun) land that is uneven, rocky, or difficult to navigate The hikers struggled to cross the ... of the mountain.

Answer 445

rough terrain The hikers struggled to cross the rough terrain of the mountain.

Question 446

(noun) land that is not paved or developed, typically used for outdoor activities like hiking, biking, or off-road driving. The park features several ... for mountain biking.

Answer 446

off-road areas The park features several off-road areas for mountain biking.

Question 447

(noun) the quality of continuing to try to achieve a particular aim despite difficulties or obstacles Her ... in studying for the exam paid off when she received a high score.

Answer 447

Perseverance Her perseverance in studying for the exam paid off when she received a high score.

Question 448

(noun) the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles Her ....was evident in her refusal to cheat on the exam.

Answer 448

Integrity Her integrity was evident in her refusal to cheat on the exam.

Question 449

(noun) the ability to recover quickly from difficulties or setbacks Her ... after the loss of her job was inspiring.

Answer 449

Resilience Her resilience after the loss of her job was inspiring.

Question 450

(noun) the quality of being clever, original, and inventive Her ... in solving the problem impressed everyone.

Answer 450

Ingenuity Her ingenuity in solving the problem impressed everyone.

Question 451

(noun) the quality of being open to more than one interpretation; inexactness. The ... of the poem allows for multiple interpretations.

Answer 451

Ambiguity The ambiguity of the poem allows for multiple interpretations.

Question 452

(noun) the selfless concern for the well-being of others Her acts of charity were a testament to her ....

Answer 452

Altruism Her acts of charity were a testament to her altruism.

Question 453

(noun) a difficult or unpleasant situation She faced many ... during her career but never gave up.

Answer 453

Adversity She faced many adversities during her career but never gave up.

Question 454

(noun) the quality of being determined and persistent in achieving a goal Her ... in pursuing her dreams inspired everyone around her.

Answer 454

Tenacity Her tenacity in pursuing her dreams inspired everyone around her.

Question 455

wpaść na pomysł (verb phrase) to suddenly think of or discover a concept or plan After brainstorming for hours, she finally ... for the new marketing campaign.

Answer 455

hit on the idea After brainstorming for hours, she finally hit on the idea for the new marketing campaign.

Question 456

(phrase) indicates that something is possible or likely to be expressed or stated. 'It could be said' that she is the best candidate for the job.

Answer 456

could be said 'It could be said' that she is the best candidate for the job.

Question 457

(noun) a skilled craftsman who makes furniture and cabinets from wood. The ... crafted a beautiful oak dining table.

Answer 457

cabinetmaker The cabinetmaker crafted a beautiful oak dining table.

Question 458

(verb) to include or showcase something as a prominent part The magazine will ... an article on climate change.

Answer 458

to feature The magazine will feature an article on climate change.

Question 459

(noun) a person or thing that precedes the coming or development of someone or something else. The smartphone was a ... to the tablet computer.

Answer 459

forerunner The smartphone was a forerunner to the tablet computer.

Question 460

(idiom) to be advantageous or beneficial to someone in the future Her experience in customer service will ... when applying for the management position.

Answer 460

to stand somebody in good stead Her experience in customer service will stand her in good stead when applying for the management position.

Question 461

(noun) specialized knowledge or skill in a particular area Her ... in computer programming made her an invaluable team member.

Answer 461

expertise Her expertise in computer programming made her an invaluable team member.

Question 462

(noun) a place or position, especially one that is occupied or used. He took his father’s ... in the family business.

Answer 462

stead He took his father’s stead in the family business.

Question 463

(verb) to disappear suddenly and completely The magician made the rabbit ... from the hat.

Answer 463

vanished The magician made the rabbit vanish from the hat.

Question 464

(phrase) specifically; especially I love fruits, ..., strawberries.

Answer 464

in particular I love fruits, in particular, strawberries.

Question 465

(noun) the status of being a famous and successful performer or celebrity After her breakout role in the movie, she quickly rose to ....

Answer 465

stardom After her breakout role in the movie, she quickly rose to stardom.

Question 466

(adjective) not appropriate or suitable for a particular purpose or situation His skills were ... for the job he applied for.

Answer 466

unsuited His skills were unsuited for the job he applied for.

Question 467

(noun) the status or popularity of being a star, especially in entertainment. Her rise to ... came after her breakout role in the film.

Answer 467

stardom Her rise to stardom came after her breakout role in the film.

Question 468

(verb phrase) to finally do something that you have intended to do for a long time I finally ... cleaning the garage after weeks of procrastination.

Answer 468

get round to do something I finally got round to cleaning the garage after weeks of procrastination.

Question 469

(verb) to attract someone's attention or curiosity towards a particular subject or activity The teacher used exciting experiments to ... the students ... in science.

Answer 469

to get somebody interested in something The teacher used exciting experiments to get the students ... in science.

Question 470

Something that will happen very quickly.

Answer 470

Matter of minutes/hours/years "It was a matter of minutes before the paramedics arrived at the scene."

Question 471

(verb phrase) to have an intense desire or need to accomplish a task or goal, often due to urgency or a sense of hopelessness. She was ... her project before the deadline.

Answer 471

to be desperate to do something She was desperate to finish her project before the deadline.

Question 472

(verb) to stop someone from doing or having something The teacher ... the students from using their phones in class.

Answer 472

to prevent somebody from something The teacher prevented the students from using their phones in class.

Question 473

(idiom) to change one's opinion or feelings about something, often from negative to positive After thinking it over, she had a ... and decided to accept the job offer.

Answer 473

to have a change of heart After thinking it over, she had a change of heart and decided to accept the job offer.

Question 474

(phrase) an expression used to indicate a quantity that is close to, but not quite equal to, another quantity She earns ... her brother does.

Answer 474

nearly as much as She earns nearly as much as her brother does.

Question 475

(verb) to completely destroy a building or structure The old factory was ... to make way for new apartments.

Answer 475

demolish The old factory was demolished to make way for new apartments.

Question 476

(phrase) the greatest or maximum level reached at any time The temperature recorded yesterday was ... in this region.

Answer 476

the highest it has ever been The temperature recorded yesterday was the highest it has ever been in this region.

Question 477

(phrase) despite not having something or having insufficient resources .... experience, she performed well in the interview.

Answer 477

in spite of a lack In spite of a lack of experience, she performed well in the interview.

Question 478

(noun) a statement or event that indicates a potential danger or risk associated with cycling. The ... regarding the dangers of cycling highlights the need for safety gear.

Answer 478

warning regarding the dangers of cycling The warning regarding the dangers of cycling highlights the need for safety gear.

Question 479

джмелі (noun) a type of large, hairy bee known for its loud buzzing and ability to pollinate flowers. ..... are essential for pollinating many wildflowers.

Answer 479

bumble bees Bumble bees are essential for pollinating many wildflowers.

Question 480

(verb) to provide assistance or endorsement to a particular opinion or belief She decided to ... to the environmental initiative.

Answer 480

to lend your support to a view She decided to lend her support to the environmental initiative.

Question 481

(phrase) acting or speaking for someone else She accepted the award ... her late father.

Answer 481

On behalf of She accepted the award on behalf of her late father.

Question 482

(phrase) having responsibility for something or someone She is ... the marketing department.

Answer 482

In charge of She is in charge of the marketing department.

Question 483

(prepositional phrase) after something has happened, especially as a result of it .... the storm, many homes were damaged.

Answer 483

In the wake of In the wake of the storm, many homes were damaged.

Question 484

(phrase) as a result of; by reason of He was promoted ... his hard work and dedication.

Answer 484

By virtue of He was promoted by virtue of his hard work and dedication.

Question 485

(prepositional phrase) in relation to; concerning ..... your question, I will need more information.

Answer 485

With regard to With regard to your question, I will need more information.

Question 486

(phrase) in disagreement or conflict with someone or something The two leaders were ... each other over the new policy.

Answer 486

At odds with The two leaders were at odds with each other over the new policy.

Question 487

(prepositional phrase) considering or taking into account the circumstances or facts of a situation. .... the recent events, we have decided to postpone the meeting.

Answer 487

In light of In light of the recent events, we have decided to postpone the meeting.

Question 488

(phrase) for the purpose of; in the interest of She stayed late at work ... completing the project on time.

Answer 488

For the sake of She stayed late at work for the sake of completing the project on time.

Question 489

(phrase) very close to experiencing something, especially something important or negative She was ... tears after hearing the news.

Answer 489

On the verge of She was on the verge of tears after hearing the news.

Question 490

(phrase) appearing to be something that is not; pretending to be something else He operated ... a charity while actually scamming people.

Answer 490

Under the guise of He operated under the guise of a charity while actually scamming people.

Question 491

(phrase) finally; after a long time or delay After hours of waiting, we ... received the news.

Answer 491

at last After hours of waiting, we at last received the news.

Question 492

(preposition) in addition to; apart from .... studying, she also works part-time.

Answer 492

besides Besides studying, she also works part-time.

Question 493

(adjective) not firmly held in place; free or released from attachment The screw was ..., causing the door to sag.

Answer 493

loose The screw was loose, causing the door to sag.

Question 494

(adverb) at the current time; now She is ... working on a new project.

Answer 494

presently She is presently working on a new project.

Question 495

(adjective) stated clearly and in detail, leaving no room for confusion or doubt The instructions were ... and easy to follow.

Answer 495

explicit The instructions were explicit and easy to follow.

Question 496

(adjective) suggested or understood without being directly stated Her silence was an ... agreement to the plan.

Answer 496

implicit Her silence was an implicit agreement to the plan.

Question 497

(adjective) having an obligation to do something or having control over someone or something The manager is ... the director for the project's success.

Answer 497

responsible to The manager is responsible to the director for the project's success.

Question 498

(adjective) large enough to be noticed or measured There was an ... difference in temperature after the storm.

Answer 498

appreciable There was an appreciable difference in temperature after the storm.

Question 499

(adjective) feeling or showing gratitude or pleasure He gave her an ... smile for her help.

Answer 499

appreciative He gave her an appreciative smile for her help.

Question 500

(adjective) having no personal involvement or bias in a situation; impartial The judge remained ... throughout the trial.

Answer 500

disinterested The judge remained disinterested throughout the trial.

Question 501

(adjective) having no interest or concern about something He seemed ... in the movie and fell asleep.

Answer 501

uninterested He seemed uninterested in the movie and fell asleep.

Question 502

(noun) a lawyer who gives legal advice and represents clients in legal matters. She hired a ... to help with her divorce proceedings.

Answer 502

solicitor She hired a solicitor to help with her divorce proceedings.

Question 503

(noun) the legal right to take care of a child after a divorce or separation "After the divorce, she was awarded sole ... of the children."

Answer 503

custody "After the divorce, she was awarded sole custody of the children."

Question 504

(verb) to keep someone in a place, especially in a police station, and prevent them from leaving "The suspect was ... for questioning by the police."

Answer 504

detained "The suspect was detained for questioning by the police."

Question 505

(noun) substances that undergo a rapid chemical reaction, producing gas and heat, often resulting in an explosion. "The military uses various types of ... for demolition purposes."

Answer 505

explosives "The military uses various types of explosives for demolition purposes."

Question 506

(verb) to give evidence as a witness in a law court "The witness ... about what he saw on the night of the crime."

Answer 506

testify "The witness testified about what he saw on the night of the crime."

Question 507

(verb) to become progressively worse "His health began to ... after the accident."

Answer 507

to deteriorate "His health began to deteriorate after the accident."

Question 508

(phrase) in a situation where something important may be lost or gained "With the championship title at ..., the players were more focused than ever."

Answer 508

at stake "With the championship title at stake, the players were more focused than ever."

Question 509

(noun) the right of a state to defend its territory against invasion or control by foreign powers "The country emphasized the importance of maintaining its ... in international discussions."

Answer 509

territorial integrity "The country emphasized the importance of maintaining its territorial integrity in international discussions."

Question 510

(adjective) deceitful or misleading in behavior or speech "His ... actions led to a breach of trust."

Answer 510

duplicitous "His duplicitous actions led to a breach of trust."

Question 511

(adjective) involving two groups or countries "The two nations signed a ... trade agreement."

Answer 511

bilateral "The two nations signed a bilateral trade agreement."