C1 NEW VERSION DECEMBER 28 Flashcards
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Moving or doing something quickly, often due to time constraints or urgency.
Rushing
She was rushing to catch the bus.”
Happening again, but not necessarily at regular intervals
Reoccurring
She kept having a reoccurring dream about missing her flight.”
Hurrying or speeding up the process of something, often due to urgency or pressure.
Hastening
He was hastening to finish his work before the deadline.”
The feeling of being rushed or having limited time to complete something.
Pressure for Time:
She felt pressure for time as the meeting was about to start.”
A question that is direct, forceful, and may be difficult to answer because it challenges someone or addresses a sensitive topic.
Hard-Hitting Question
The journalist asked a hard-hitting question about the company’s financial practices.”
Not clear, precise, or definite; lacking in detail or clarity.
Vague
His explanation was too vague to understand the main idea.”
The ability to adapt or be flexible in different situations.
Versatility
Her versatility in both cooking and teaching impressed everyone.”
Happening often or at regular intervals.
Frequently
He frequently visits the gym to stay in shape.”
A loan specifically used to buy property, which is repaid over time, often with interest.
Mortgage
They took out a mortgage to buy their new house.”
To be certain or very likely to do or experience something.
Be Bound To
“If you keep practicing, you’re bound to improve.”
To be sure or have no doubt about something.
To Be Certain
I am certain that I left my keys on the table.”
Relating to the heart and blood vessels.
Cardiovascular
Regular exercise improves cardiovascular health.”
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The ability to sustain prolonged physical effort.
Endurance
Running builds stamina and endurance over time.”
A female domestic worker who performs household tasks such as cleaning and cooking.
Maid
he maid tidied up the house while the family was away.”
A male servant in charge of managing household staff and overseeing domestic operations, especially in a large or formal household.
Butler
The butler greeted the guests and showed them to the dining room.”
Constantly changing or evolving; not staying the same over time.
Ever-Changing
Technology is an ever-changing field that requires continuous learning.”
Handwritten or typed documents, often historical or original works.
Manuscripts
The library holds rare manuscripts from the 14th century.”
Colored glass used to create decorative designs, often in windows.
Stained Glass
“The church has beautiful stained glass windows depicting biblical scenes.”
A remarkable or observable event, fact, or situation.
Phenomenon
The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon admired by many.
Loyal and dedicated to someone or something.
Devoted
“She is devoted to her family and spends every weekend with them.”
Most important or prominent.
Foremost
He is one of the foremost experts in artificial intelligence.”
A messy or disorganized collection of things.
Clutter
The desk was covered in clutter, making it hard to work.”
Confusing or difficult to understand.
Bewildering
The sheer number of options was bewildering.”