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Question 1

*** To add a noun (classify it) to the last named subject
Mike is talking to ____________ , ____________

Answer 1

Mike is talking to Colin Murphy, an investment banker.

Question 2

merger

Answer 2

a combination of two things, especially companies, into one.

Question 3

*** The subject introduces himself

Subject: Subject name/noun. Nice to meet you.

Answer 3

COLIN: Colin Murphy. Nice to meet you.

Question 4

*** “brief” word meaning
Carmen briefed me yesterday on your decision to sell your company

Answer 4

adjective 1 of short duration
noun 1 a concise statement or summary
verb 1 instruct or inform (someone) thoroughly, especially in preparation for a task

Question 5

*** “fill me” meaning
why don’t you fill me in on the details?

Answer 5

verb
1 cause (a space or container) to become full or almost full
2 become an overwhelming presence in; pervade.
3 appoint a person to hold (a vacant post).

Question 6

[subject] [verb in past tense] me that because your [describe his capabilities], you’ll be able to [an required action in the future]

Answer 6

Carmen Gomez told me that because your firm specializes in mergers and acquisitions, you’ll be able to help us find a qualified buyer for our company.

Question 7

Subject: Hello, I’m [name], [name of the company].
** the subject introduces himself
** after that, the subject might add a short speech

Answer 7

MIKE: Hello, I’m Mike Davis, Accelerated English.

Question 8

answer to the person that has just introduced himself

Answer 8

Me: Noe Mazahua. Nice to meet you.

Question 9

the long-term growth picture
*** meaning of “picture” word

Answer 9

noun
1 a painting or drawing. “draw a picture of”

Question 10

come to a major crossroads.
*** meaning of “crossroad” word

Answer 10

an intersection of two or more roads.

Question 11

Would you mind elaborating?
*** meaning of “elaborating” word

Answer 11

verb
1 develop or present (a theory, policy, or system) in detail.

But also, might be used as:

adjective
1 involving many carefully arranged parts or details; detailed and complicated in design and planning.

Question 12

I’d be

Answer 12

Meaning: Estaría
Short way to say: I would be

Question 13

we’ve

Answer 13

Meaning: Hemos
Short way to say: We have

Question 14

Experience is something we consider a must.
*** meaning of “a must” expression

Answer 14

meaning: essential or fundamental

Question 15

a great deal of experience
*** meaning of the expression “great deal”

Answer 15

noun
3 a significant but unspecified amount of something.

but also used as:

verb
1 distribute (cards) in an orderly rotation to players for a game or round.

noun
1 an agreement entered into by two or more parties for their mutual benefit, especially in a business or political context.

Question 16

As a matter of fact
***meaning og

Answer 16

meaning: “de hecho” / “en realidad”

Question 17

like a reasonable approach.
*** meaning of

Answer 17

noun
1 a way of dealing with something.

verb
2 speak to (someone) for the first time about something, typically with a proposal or request.

Question 18

I’ll be [verb in gerund]+[specific action] soon.

Answer 18

I’ll be giving you a call soon.

Question 19

I look forward to [verb in gerund] + [action almost imminent]

Answer 19

I look forward to doing business together
“espero hagamos negocios juntos”

Question 20

beat around the bush

Answer 20

speak indirectly about something because it is a difficult, sensitive, or uncomfortable matter.

Question 21

on the line (adjective phrase) = on the line

Answer 21

at risk
If he makes the wrong decision, he could put his job on the line.

Question 22

strike

Answer 22

strike verb (STOP WORK)

to refuse to continue working because of an argument with an employer about working conditions, pay levels, or job cuts:
“We’re striking for better pay and improved safety standards.”

strike verb (CAUSE SUFFERING)
to cause a person or place to suffer severely from the effects of something very unpleasant that happens suddenly:
“I have a life insurance policy that will take care of my family if disaster strikes”

strike verb (HIT)
to hit or attack someone or something forcefully or violently:
“Her car went out of control and struck an oncoming vehicle.”

strike verb (REMOVE)
to remove something officially from a document:
“Please strike my name from your mailing list immediately.”

strike verb (DISCOVER)
to discover a supply of oil, gas, or gold underground:

strike verb (AGREE)
to reach or make an agreement:
“Do you think the government should try to strike a deal with the terrorists?”

strike verb (FEEL/THINK)
to cause someone to have a feeling or idea about something:
“Doesn’t it strike you as odd that he never talks about his family?”

strike verb (MOVE BODY)
to move your body into a particular position:
“She may be 67, but she can still strike a sexy pose.”

strike verb (MAKE COINS)
to make a metal disk-shaped object such as a coin with a machine that quickly presses a picture into a piece of metal:
“When was the first one-dollar coin struck?”

strike verb (TENT)
to take down a tent or a number of tents:
“When the troops had exhausted food and firewood, they struck their tents and moved on.”

Question 23

worked up
US /ˌwɝːkt ˈʌp/

Answer 23

adjective [ after verb ]
upset or very excited about something:
“It’s easy to get worked up when you’re tired and everything seems to be against you.”

Question 24

“Seniority” (noun)
US /ˌwɝːkt ˈʌp

Answer 24

is the rank an employee has in a company based on the length of time he or she has worked there. “Seniority” is an uncountable noun. Another form is “senior” (adjective).

Question 25

“Get carried away” (verb phrase)

Answer 25

means to become too excited or emotional about something. When people get carried away, they are so excited by what they’re doing that their actions go beyond what is normal.

Question 26

“Stand by” (phrasal verb)

Answer 26

means to support or defend someone or something. “Stand by” is used with an object.

Question 27

“Go overboard” (verb phrase)

Answer 27

means to do something with too much enthusiasm or to an extreme degree.
“Go overboard” is similar to “get carried away.”

Question 28

yell

Answer 28

verb [ I or T ]
to shout something or make a loud noise, usually when you are angry, in pain, or excited:
“The child yelled out in pain.”

noun [ C usually singular ]
a loud shout, usually when you are angry, in pain, or excited:
“Suddenly there was a loud yell from the bathroom.”

verb [ I/T ]
to shout words or make a loud noise, often when you want to get someone’s attention or because you are angry, excited, or in pain:
“Snyder heard a woman yell for help.”

Question 29

Reported speech

Answer 29

Used to tell or report to someone what another person said.

The words “say” and “tell” are often used to introduce reported speech.

“said” is followed by (“that”) + S + V, but
“told” is followed by a noun or a pronoun + (“that”) + S + V.
“That” is optional in both cases.

When the reported speech is introduced by a verb in the past tense (“said,” “told”), verbs in the present tense change to past tense.

Example: I wan to run the company
>Chuck said he wanted to grow the company
>Chuck told me he wanted to grow the company

Verbs in the simple past can change to the past perfect in reported speech.
However, these verbs often don’t change in spoken English.

MODALS change

Some modals change when the reported speech is introduced in the past tense.

Modal Changes:
from / To
Can / could
May / might
Must / had to
Will / would
*** could,Would,should,ought to, remaing the same

Example:I´ll lead the meeting
> Mathew told me he would lead the meeting

PRONOUNS Change

Pronouns also often change with reported speech.

I / he,she
me / him,her
my / his,her
mine / his,hers
we / they
us / them
our / their
ours / theirs

First person pronouns usually change to third person pronouns.
If the speaker is reporting what he or she said, “I” doesn’t change.

Second person pronouns usually change to first person pronouns
if you are reporting what someone said to you or to a group that includes you.

More examples:

Carmen: “It’s hard to concentrate on my work with so many interruptions.”
> Carmen said that it was hard to concentrate on her work with so many interruptions.

Colin: “I’m ready to set up an appointment to discuss financial details.”
> Colin said that he was ready to set up an appointment to discuss financial details.

Anita: “My brother is thinking about how to protect the employees.”
>Anita said that her brother was thinking about how to protect the employees.

4. Beckett: “I have several ideas in mind for Accelerated English.”
   Beckett said he had that several ideas in mind for Accelerated English.
5. Amy: “I don’t like the rumors going around the office.”
   Amy said that she didn’t like the rumors going around the office.

Jeremy: “You’re getting worked up about nothing.”
Jeremy said that I was getting worked up about nothing.

Amy: “All of our jobs will be on the line.”
Amy said that all of their jobs would be on the line.

Amy: “Jeremy, we may be completely taken over by another company.”
Amy told Jeremy that they might be completely taken over by another company.

Question 30

Introducing a Possible Situation

Answer 30

What if + S + V ?
What if they offer you a six-week vacation?

Imagine if + S + V
Imagine if they asked you to travel to exciting places.

Question 31

Suggesting a Possible Solution or Idea

Answer 31

What about + V-ing ?
What about expanding the advertising campaign?

Question 32

go over

Answer 32

phrasal verb with go verb

(BE RECEIVED)
US
(UK go down)
to be received in a particular way:
The presentation went over well.

go over something
phrasal verb with go verb

(EXAMINE)
to examine or look at something in a careful or detailed way:
Forensic scientists are going over the victim’s apartment in a search for clues about the murderer.

(STUDY)
to study or explain something:
I always go over my notes just before I go into an exam.

Question 33

address

Answer 33

verb [ T ]
address verb [T] (SPEAK TO)
to speak or write to someone:
He addressed a few introductory remarks to the audience.
He likes to be addressed as “Sir” or “Mr. Partridge.”

address verb [T] (DEAL WITH)
to give attention to or deal with a matter or problem:
The issue of funding has yet to be addressed.

address verb [T] (WRITE DETAILS)
to write a name or address on an envelope or package:
The package was wrongly addressed.

Question 34

figure out

Answer 34

figure something/someone out
phrasal verb with figure verb

informal
to finally understand something or someone, or find the solution to a problem after a lot of thought:

I can’t figure out why he did it.

figure out someone/something
phrasal verb with figure verb [ I/T ]
to understand someone or something, or to find the answer to something by thinking:
“I’ve never been able to figure her out.”

Question 35

stumbling block

Answer 35

noun
something that prevents action or agreement:
“Lack of willingness to compromise on both sides is the main/major stumbling block to reaching a settlement.”

noun
a difficulty that prevents progress, understanding, or agreement:
“Several major stumbling blocks must be resolved.”

Question 36

run into

Answer 36

to meet someone you know when you are not expecting to:
I ran into my boss at the supermarket.

to experience problems:
run into trouble/difficulty/problems

to reach a particular cost or amount, as a total:
The repairs will probably run into thousands of pounds.

Question 37

go out

Answer 37

to leave a room or building, especially in order to do something for entertainment:
Please close the door as you go out.

to have a romantic and usually sexual relationship with someone:
How long have you been going out with him?

Question 38

rest assured

Answer 38

If you tell someone that they can rest assured about something, you mean that they can feel confident that it is true or that it will happen:
You can rest assured that I will be there as promised.

Question 39

seek someone/something out

Answer 39

to look for someone or something, especially for a long time until you find him, her, or it:
While he was at the library, Steve decided to seek out some information on the history of the area.

Question 40

sake

Answer 40

in order to help or bring advantage to someone:
Please do it, for David’s sake.

because of, or for the purpose of something:
Let’s not disagree for the sake of (= because of) a few dollars.

used to emphasize requests or orders when you are angry or have lost patience:
For goodness’ sake don’t let her know I told you!

Question 41

remain

Answer 41

to stay in the same place or in the same condition:
The doctor ordered him to remain in bed for a few days.

to continue to exist when other parts or other things no longer exist:
After the flood, nothing remained of the village.

Question 42

leave verb (REMAIN)

Answer 42

If something leaves something else, a part or effect of it stays after it has gone or been used:
His shoes left muddy marks on the floor.
[ + two objects ] If I give you $50 that won’t leave me enough cash to pay the bill.

If you leave something in a particular condition, you do not touch it, move it, or act to change it in any way, so that it stays in the same condition:
Leave that chair where it is.

If you leave something or someone doing something, he, she, or it is still doing it when you go away:
I left the children watching television.
He left the engine running.

Question 43

continuity (noun) = continuity
[uncountable]

Answer 43

the quality of staying the same for a period of time, even when other things change
Let’s make sure the new accountant maintains continuity in our payroll process.
continue (verb)
continuous (adjective)

Question 44

specifics (noun) = specifics

Answer 44

[always plural]
details about or particular qualities of something
It’s common to discuss specifics, such as salary and benefits, at a second job interview.
specific (adjective)

Question 45

stumbling block (noun phrase) = stumbling block

Answer 45

[countable]
a problem that makes it difficult to continue a process or achieve a goal
Let’s figure out what stumbling blocks we might run into in the negotiation.

Question 46

track record (noun phrase) = track record

Answer 46

[always singular]
a performance history that shows successes and failures of someone or something.
When we make acquisitions, we only seek out companies that have an impressive track record.

Question 47

be pressed for (something) (verb phrase) = be pressed for (something)

Answer 47

to not have enough of something
I’m a little pressed for time.

Question 48

put (something) in writing (verb phrase) = put (something) in writing

Answer 48

to make something official by putting it in a document
The offer isn’t official until they put it in writing.

Question 49

rest assured (expression) = rest assured

Answer 49

used to tell someone that something is true and there’s no need to worry
There is no fog at Heathrow Airport, so you can rest assured that we will land in London on time.

Question 50

for the sake of (someone or something)/for (someone’s or something’s) sake (preposition phrase) = for the sake of (someone or something)/for (someone’s or something’s) sake

Answer 50

in order to improve, promote, or benefit someone or something
For the sake of fairness, everyone should be involved in the negotiations.

Question 51

question-word clause

Answer 51

a noun clause that can be either the subject or the object of the verb in a sentence. A “question-word” clause is introduced by one of these words: who, what, when, where, why, how.

What he said at the meeting (question-word clause = S) surprised (V) everyone. (O)

I (S) don’t know (V) where the meeting is. (question-word clause = O)

What/who as the subject of the clause: What/who + V
I don’t know what (question word) is happening.

A “question-word” clause is a type of noun clause. A noun clause contains a subject and a verb and functions as a singular noun in a sentence.

The “question-word” clause can be the subject or the object of the verb.

These words are often used to begin “question-word” clauses. A “question-word” clause usually has the following form: question word + subject + verb.

When [question words] are used to form questions, the auxiliary verbs “do,” “does,” and “did” often come directly after the question word.
When [question words] are used to form “question-word” clauses, these auxiliary verbs do not follow the question words.

“What” or “who” can be the subject of a question-word clause.
When “what” or “who” is the subject of the question-word clause, the following form is used:
“what/who” + V.

Question 52

INTRODUCING POINTS OF DISCUSSION

Answer 52

To Introduce Visual Information
“Let’s take a look at + noun phrase or question word clause”
“Let’s take a look at the sales data from last quarter.”

To Introduce a Topic or an Idea
“Let’s consider + noun phrase or question word clause”
“Let’s consider what the bank said about financing.”

To Focus on Details or Look Closely at Something
(Let’s go over/Let’s analyze/Let’s evaluate) noun phrase or question word clause
“Let’s go over our three main options.”
“Let’s evaluate how our product is selling.”

To Ask Others to Help You Think about Something Until You Understand It
Let’s figure out + noun phrase or question word clause
Let’s figure + pronoun + out
“Let’s figure out our expenses for the business trip tomorrow.”
“Let’s figure that out soon.”

To Remind Others of a Point or an Idea
(Let’s not forget / Let’s not overlook) + noun phrase, question word clause, or that + S + V

Question 53

proceed

Answer 53

verb

to continue as planned:
His lawyers have decided not to proceed with the case.

to do something after you have done something else:
She sat down and proceeded to tell me about her skiing holiday.

formal
to move forward or travel in a particular direction:
Passengers for Madrid should proceed to gate 26 for boarding.

Question 54

proposal

Answer 54

noun [ C ]
a suggestion, sometimes a written one:
Congress has rejected the latest economic proposal put forward by the President.

Question 55

outstanding share (noun phrase) = outstanding share

Answer 55

a unit of a corporation’s stock that has been issued and is owned by the public or by private investors
More than 80 percent of the outstanding shares were held by large financial institutions.

Question 56

stock option (noun phrase) = stock option
[countable]

Answer 56

a right to buy the common stock of a corporation at a specified price, by a specific date
All of your employees will be given stock options.

Question 57

term sheet (noun phrase) = term sheet
[countable]

Answer 57

a summary of the key elements of a transaction or agreement
I asked him if they could draw up a term sheet for us.

Question 58

valuation (noun) = valuation
[countable/uncountable]

Answer 58

an estimate of how much something, such as a company or building, is worth
The valuation of this house is much higher than it was when we bought it.

Question 59

be clear about (something) (verb phrase) = be clear about (something)

Answer 59

to understand something very well
I explained the new policy to Sara, so I know she’s clear about it.

Question 60

have some say (verb phrase) = have some say

Answer 60

to have some authority or decision-making power
Now that you’re a manager, you’ll have some say about deadlines.

Question 61

Favorably (adverb) = favorably

Answer 61

in a way that is good or agreeable to someone or something
The offer will address most of your concerns quite favorably.
favorable (adjective)

Question 62

on a case-by-case basis (preposition phrase) = on a case-by-case basis

Answer 62

considering each case or situation separately rather than in terms of a general rule
They will make decisions about salary increases on a case-by-case basis.

Question 63

Asking for General Information about a Previous Conversation

Answer 63

What did + S + tell you?
What other details did + S + give you?
What did Beckett tell you?

Question 64

Asking for Specific Information about a Previous Conversation

Answer 64

Did + S + say anthing about + noun phrase?
What did + S + have to say about + noun phrase?
Tell me/us what + S + said about + noun phrase?
Did Carol say anything about the merger?
What did they have to say about the budget?
Tell us what Universal said about the current staff.

Question 65

Responding to Information from a Previous Conversation

Answer 65

It sounds like/as if + S + V
It sounds as if the term sheet addresses our concerns.

Question 66

reservations (noun) = reservations

Answer 66

[usually plural]
feelings of doubt or concern that you have when you don’t completely agree with a plan, suggestion, or idea
At first it looked like a good deal, but I had some reservations when I read the offer more closely.

Question 67

accommodate (verb) = accommodate

Answer 67

[used with an object]
to have or provide enough space for a group of people or things
The conference facility can accommodate 300 people.
accommodations (noun)
accommodating (adjective)

Question 68

be out of the question (verb phrase) = be out of the question

Answer 68

to be impossible or not allowed
Hiring a new product manager right now is out of the question.

Question 69

head back (phrasal verb) = head back

Answer 69

[inseparable; not used with an object]
to start to return to a place
When do you plan to head back to the U.S.?

Question 70

put forward (phrasal verb) = put forward

Answer 70

[separable; used with an object]
to introduce a plan or an idea for discussion
We would like to put forward some additional points before we end the meeting.

Question 71

suffer (verb) = suffer

Answer 71

[used with or without an object]
to experience the negative effects of a bad situation or circumstance
The company suffered a large loss last quarter.

Question 72

feel free (expression) = feel free

Answer 72

used to tell people that they are welcome to do something
Please feel free to call me if you have any questions.

Question 73

gradual (adjective) = gradual

Answer 73

happening or changing slowly over a long period of time
There was a gradual decline in the stock market over the past twelve months.

Question 74

CONNECTORS: SHOWING TIME RELATIONSHIPS

Answer 74

These connectors join two clauses together into a single sentence. Both clauses have a subject and a verb. If the clause with the connector comes first, a comma separates the clauses.

As soon as the board reviews these changes, I’ll get back to you.
connector + S + V, + S + V

I’ll get back to you as soon as the board reviews these changes.
S + V + connector + S + V

Question 75

once, as soon as

Answer 75

Use these connectors to show that when one event happens, another event happens soon after.
Once the bank approves the loan, we can buy the house.
I’ll call you as soon as I hear any news about the merger.

Question 76

for as long as

Answer 76

Use this connector to show that something was happening during an entire specified period of time.
For as long as we’ve been in business, we’ve produced quality products.

Question 77

whenever, every time (that)

Answer 77

Use these connectors to show that when one event happens, another event always happens.
Whenever we buy a company, we change its name.
Every time I travel to Europe, I rent a car.
Whenever can also be used to refer to an unspecified time in the future.
Whenever you’re ready, we can leave.

Question 78

the first time (that), the second time (that), the next time (that), the last time (that)

Answer 78

Use these connectors to show the order of events.

Question 79

Making a Proposal

Answer 79

I’d like to propose
I’d like to put forward
I’d like to suggest + noun phrase or that + S + V
I’d like to propose a few changes before we leave.

Question 80

Opposing a Proposal

Answer 80

I have some reservations about + noun phrase
That’s likely to present difficulties + clause or prepositional phrase
Frankly, that’s out of the question. (very strong)
I have some reservations about that idea.
That’s likely to present difficulties for our client.

Question 81

concern

Answer 81

concern verb (WORRY)
to cause worry to someone:
“The state of my father’s health concerns us greatly.”

concern verb (INVOLVE)
to be important to someone or to involve someone directly:
“What I have to say to Amy doesn’t concern you.”

something you write at the start of a formal letter or notice when you do not know exactly who it should be sent to:

noun
a worried or nervous feeling about something, or something that makes you feel worried:
“Concern for the safety of the two missing teenagers is growing.”

concern noun (BUSINESS)
a company:
“It started slowly, but the company is now a going concern (= doing business effectively).”

Question 82

release

Answer 82

release verb [T] (MAKE FREE)

to give freedom or free movement to someone or something:
“He was released from prison after serving two years of a five-year sentence.”

to move a device from a fixed position to allow it to move freely:
“He released the handbrake and the car jumped forward.”

to fire a bomb or a missile (= flying weapon), or to allow it to fall
“The plane released its bombs at 10,000 feet.”

to allow a substance to flow out from somewhere
“Coal power stations release sulfur dioxide into the atmosphere.”

to express a feeling that you have been trying not to show
“He punched the pillow in an effort to release his anger.”

release verb [T] (MAKE PUBLIC)

“Police have released a picture of the man they want to question”
“The band’s latest album will be released next week.”
“The new edition of the dictionary will be released by the education minister later this month.”

release noun (MAKING FREE)
“Her early release from prison led to a demonstration.”
“The accident caused the release of radioactivity into the atmosphere.”
“ noticed a release of tension when he left the room.”

release noun (MAKING PUBLIC)
“There are strict rules on the release of official information.”
“There are strict rules on the release of official information.”
“Her latest release, a song about doomed love, she wrote herself.”
“The latest Disney movie goes on general release next month.”

Question 83

get there

Answer 83

to arrive somewhere:
“We’ll never get there in time.”
“What time will we get there?”

to succeed:
“Try again - you’ll get there in the end.”
“It’s going to be fine - we’re getting there.”

Question 84

rushed

Answer 84

done in a hurry, or feeling that you must do something quickly:

Question 85

impact (noun) = impact
[countable/uncountable]

Answer 85

a force or an effect that one action or event can have on another
The country began to feel the impact of the high inflation rate.
impact (verb)

Question 86

be let go (verb phrase) = be let go

Answer 86

to be fired from a job
A number of employees were let go when the company decided to downsize.

Question 87

go around (phrasal verb) = go around
[inseparable; not used with an object]

Answer 87

to be talked about by many people in an unofficial way
No one has come up with a clear plan, but many ideas are going around.

Question 88

jump to conclusions (verb phrase) = jump to conclusions

Answer 88

to form an opinion without having all the facts
We shouldn’t jump to conclusions. We don’t know enough about the specifics of the proposal yet.

Question 89

hang on (expression) = hang on
[informal]

Answer 89

used to ask someone to think about something before acting on it or talking about it OR to ask someone to wait for a short time
Hang on a minute, Andy. I don’t think we should make a decision until we talk to Martin.

Question 90

premature (adjective) = premature

Answer 90

too early or too soon
His decision was premature. He made it before he had all the facts.

Question 91

tangible (adjective) = tangible

Answer 91

able to be clearly identified or measured
Management will talk to the staff when there’s a tangible issue to discuss.

Question 92

vested (adjective) = vested

Answer 92

legally belonging to someone and not able to be taken away
If the company is sold, what’s going to happen to our stock options that aren’t vested yet?
vest (verb)

Question 93

while

Answer 93

Use while to introduce a clause that is in contrast or opposition to your main point. The clause with while always comes first and is followed by a comma.

While + S + V, S + V

While she doesn’t have a lot of experience, she’s the best candidate for the position.

Question 94

despite, in spite of

Answer 94

Use despite or in spite of to introduce a noun phrase that is in contrast or opposition to your main point. The phrase can be either at the beginning or middle of the sentence.
Despite/in spite of + noun phrase, S + V
S + V + despite/in spite of + noun phrase

Despite the decline in the global economy, technology stocks continue to rise in value.
Technology stocks continue to rise in value despite the decline in the global economy.

Question 95

nevertheless, nonetheless

Answer 95

When nevertheless or nonetheless are used to show contrast or opposition, they introduce the speaker’s main point.
S + V. Nevertheless, S + V
S + V. Nonetheless, S + V

Our competitor’s product is good. Nevertheless, our software is still the best.

Question 96

bother

Answer 96

bother verb (MAKE AN EFFORT)
to make the effort to do something:
“Don’t bother making the bed - I’ll do it later.”

bother verb (WORRY)
to make someone feel worried or upset:
“Living on my own has never bothered me.”

bother verb (ANNOY)
to annoy or cause problems for someone:
“Don’t bother your father when he’s working.”

bother noun (EFFORT)
bother noun (ANNOYING)

Question 97

worked up

Answer 97

upset or very excited about something:
“He was very worked up about seeing his family again after so many years.”

Question 98

staff

Answer 98

staff noun (PEOPLE)
the group of people who work for an organization:
“There is a good relationship between staff and students at the school.”

“We are lacking three members of staff due to illness.”

staff noun (MUSIC)
the five lines and four spaces between them on which musical notes are written

verb [ T ]
to be or provide the people who work for an organization:
“Many charity shops in Britain are staffed by/with volunteers.”

Question 99

vested

Answer 99

adjective
vested shares, pension plans, etc. can be kept by an employee who has worked the necessary number of years for a particular company:
“He chose to receive his vested benefits in a single lump-sum payment.”

Question 100

worked up (adjective phrase) = worked up

Answer 100

extremely upset, frustrated, or angry
She’s very worked up about her interview, but I’m sure she did fine.