Phrasal verbs - English
inevitability
"i" + "NEV" + "i" + "tuh" + "BIL" + "uh" + "tee"
breaking point
A point of discontinuity, change, or cessation. It's reaching a breaking point
Eurozone
A single european currency
civil unrest
A situation in which people fight the government because they are unhappy with the conditions in their country
just in case
A situation where a company keeps a small stock of components (or complete items) or ones that take a long time to make, just in case of a rush order.
knack for
A special talent or skill; ability to do something easily, gift I have a knack for playing piano I thought I didn't have a knack for
stilness
A stillness had settled over the lake like a blanket and nothing stirred
outbreak
A sudden rise in the incidence of a disease In the US, health officials at the Centers for Disease Control said that they may know what caused the nationwide outbreak of illnesses related to vape products
It's really just an attempt to convince you.
All they're trying to do is get you to buy it.
Why do you think he values information from the internet?
Because it gives the latest information
Flexible
Because she was so flexible, she was a graceful dancer
lie dormant
During the inactive stage, bacteria: His work lay dormant for many years"
Tariffs (a tax on imports or exports)
Export (Sending good out of your country)
It's anyone's guess
Hard to tell At the moment, it's anybody's guess.
Just keep it
Check it out
How do you like your headphones?
How long has she been looking forward to learning you have been banging my roommate
I've been staying up
How many times have you told yourself
We're starting to see some real progress here
How'd he take it?
That's too much information
How's that going?
How's your family doing?
How's that project you were working on?
transparency
Huawei´s officials promised more transparency about the company´s structure in the future.
Sustainability is difficult to achieve.
Hydroelectricity is renewable.
He is going to travel to Mexico City next week.
I believe we're going to have a merger.
You know what?
I bet I can take you in an arm wrestle.
Fell off
I broke my arm when I ______ my bicycle.
What are you getting?
I brought us something to eat burger with
I was horrified by the amount of violence
I can relate to it because I've been in that situation
set someone up
I can't believe I set you up which such a monster There are some nice guys in my office. Do you want me to set you up? If you are into my friend. I can set you up with her.
I can't imagine how you must feel.
I can't even begin to understand what you're going through.
I can't even begin to understand your situation
I can't imagine how you must feel.
Let's take that one step further.
I can't make any promises, but...
No one really knows
I can't speak for other people
sleep walker/ eater/ driver/talker
He is a sleep eater
He was at her throat.
He's been getting on my nerves.
I need help with a very difficult decision.
He's decided to move quickly to replace the COO.
We've been all over the neighborhood
He's just gone
But that has never stopped me from being enthusiastic about Thanksgiving, a holiday that's dedicated almost exclusively to cooking and eating, my two favorite things
I'm also a sucker for tradition and routine, and while my lifestyle and schedule don't leave much room for either, I cherish the one day a year to honor both.
If they offer us rebates to install solar panels,
I'm doing it!
Sometimes that comes at a price
I made up my mind
conscious choice
I make a conscious choice to support renewable energy.
What exactly do you mean by effective management?
I need a second to think about that
Finally
I need help with a decison
I'm so sorry I'm late. Traffic is terrible today.
I shouldn't have said that about Karen
whatever it takes
I will do ___ ___ ____ to win the dance competition.
In hindsight, I should have done some things differently.
I wish I had come up with a better plan
If only I'd listened to you
I wish I knew a better way.
I've come up with a few solutions.
I wish I'd done it sooner.
If I'd done that, it would have been okay.
I wish I'd planned more.
Great to see you again!
I'm so happy you're here.
The Eurozone shares a common currency, the euro.
Is there freedom of movement of goods?
I try to monitor my progress as I'm going and troubleshoot problems before they become too serious. By reviewing my work, I'm able to self- assess quickly and deal with things without needing the tutor too much.
It is not as hard as it looked before I started.
It must be said
It must be said, however, that not everyone is happy with this trend.
Wow. Good for him. What nonprofit was it?
It must have a focus on the hunger problem, right
Have upon
It refers to companies taking responsibility for the impact their actions have upon their workforce, their community and the world - which, for me, should be an essential part of any operating business.
It doesn't sound too convincing.
It seems a bit one-sided.
It's an amazing block
It's been the same for so long
I haven't seen you in ages.
It's been too long.
It's clear
It's clear we need to do something.
What manner of success are you looking for exactly?
It's difficult to pinpoint what defines success
They haven't even slept together
It's freezing out here. Can you come back inside?
I'll try to get back as soon as I can
It's funny because that wasn't even my major
It's funny you mention that
It's funny you mention that because I also lived in Korea for ten years It's funny you mention that because I found a tool the other day
I got to say Congrats on this film
It's getting insane reviews.
Thanks for taking the time to give me a tour
My pleasure
I'd have to say
My pleasure. Any time, boss.
Two member states are Germany and France.
NAFTA is a regional trade agreement among the countries of North America. It has had a profound effect on trade relations.
Moon Landing (1969)
NASA lands Americans on the moon before the Russians, symbolizing the end of the space race.
I didn't know that
Neither Do I
off the hook
No longer have to deal with a tough situation. He is off the hook
persistent
No matter what happens, he never gives up. He's very persistent.
No matter what (nao importa o que)
No matter what we do with the towers, birds will die.
There'll be pollution even if we use natural gas.
No matter what we do, birds will die.
How much does he know
Not more than she did She knew enough I'm on it Sr
Is it far?
Not much
And with any luck, I'll have made the writing plan by May 7th.
So up to that point, you won't have done any major checks on your work?
ought to
Ought we to go home now? She ought to help him You should finish your work before you go home You ought to finish your work before you go home She should be ready by now. Wonder where she is We ought to do more exercise Ought is formal
Buzzwords
Proper nouns, names, dates, new terms, and jargon
conservation
Protecting and preserving natural resources and the environment Conservation helps promote biodiversity.
They're taking it pretty well.
She's surprisingly upbeat about it.
pressure of life
They are trying to overcome the pressures of life The pressures of life caused her to feel depressed Don't let the pressures of life get you down
How confident are they both about how things will change in the future?
They don't have clear ideas about the future
It's uncertain how much actual growth will result
They've never kept them
so far so good
Things are going well so far
I'll end up like my mom
We get to turn into our parents
not to mention
We have a lot of problems, like poverty, not to mention crime
What did the board decide to do quickly?
We have to integrate the 2 companies fastly
scrape
We have to scrape the snow out of the car before we go out
He has a great ability to find pragmatic solutions to problems.
Steve Jobs was one of the most innovative thinkers of his time
It's good to get out of your comfort zone.
Stimulate your curiosity by asking 'what if' questions.
Interesting. So, are we getting dinner soon?
Uh-huh? That reminds me: I have to go shopping.
Simply put, there's a real risk of a trade war
Ultimately, we just don't know the outcome
laid off
Unemployment has been increasing since the recession. My father got laid off last week
Economic downturn
Unemployment increased significantly during the terrible recession in 2008
unfortunately
Unfortunately, the government has refused our request.
The movies are about to start
The lights go down a little bit. The woman stand up and she leaves. And there's a empty seat. Who sits in the seat next to me?
The high today is 45
The low is 20
I bought my son his first condoms
The mayor wants to raise subway fares again
underline
The meeting notes, released Wednesday, underline that the central bank plans to leave its policy unchanged for some time, even as President Trump urges it to slash borrowing costs to zero or below.
The sooner we can conclude the deal, the better.
The meeting will involve a lot of different people
It's important to relax from time to time.
The performances are sure to amaze you.
taken off
The plane had taken off when I arrived at the airport (Past Perfect)
right down
We'll be right down
remain up
We'll have to ask you to remain up here for a little while
Canary Consult analyzed the issue.
We'll hit the first deadline on September 5th
You gals want to hand over your money now?
We'll see who has the last laugh there
getting along
We're getting along, having a really nice time He doesn't get along with his sister We get along great
Do you ever just talk to them?
We're not allowed to
Someone has to be in charge over there
What decision does Joan not regret?
What does the man feel good about?
What did the man doubt?
What is your motivations?
What do you guys do this?
When I was born the internet hadn't been invented yet
When I was born people hadn't gone to moon yet
I had had my dinner before she arrived
When I woke up my parents had already gone to work When I woke up at 8:30 my wife had already made the breakfast
They acted quickly and put safety first
When did they catch the responsible party? They never did.
We have got really good music there
When will the leave us alone?
You might want to think about doing it today.
What you could do is try a little more research.
How do his friends feel about the news?
What's Joshs' news?
There's a lot of pressure from the board of directors.
What's done is done.
What's done is done.
What's done is done.
Sounds like you two have issues
What Did I ask?
Is she interested in reading that book?
What are you reading for pleasure"?
How much will the new roommate need to pay in rent?
What can you probably see from the apartment?
frightful
alarming, fearsome The weather outside may be frightful, but cozy nights in can be delightful
Just a dream I had
Your mom was arrested?
natural resources
Your natural resources include water, wood and copper
security
[ si-kyoor-i-tee ]
sincerely
[ sin-seer-lee ]
solicit
[ suh-lis-it ]
sustainability
[ suh-stey-nuh-bil-i-tee ]
summarize
[ suhm-uh-rahyz ]
someone
[ suhm-wuhn]
southern
[ suhth -ern ]
this
[ th is ]
again
[ uh-gen]
ultimately
[ uhl-tuh-mit-lee ]
vary
[ vair-ee ]
various
[ vair-ee-uhs ]
If you ask me, I think we ought to postpone it.
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midsize
between large and small It's harder for midsize movies to get theaters in the first place, much less hold onto them long enough to build an audience."
scathing
bitterly severe But that led to a scathing state audit in 2016 accusing UC of hurting California students, prompting the Board of Regents to approve a limit on students from other states and countries the following year.
offspring
children
rip off
charge someone too much for something. $500 I think you got ripped off
I was watching
a documentary on wildlife last night, and it said that some national parks are short of funding.
queue
a line of people or vehicles Japanese culture has an appreciation for process. Signs explaining how to queue, how to get a haircut or how to use the toilet are posted everywhere.
two-way street
a situation or relationship involving mutual or reciprocal action or obligation After all, those communities are letting them do business there. It's a two-way street. And it's the same with sustainable operations and fair employee benefits.
nuance
a slight or subtle degree of difference Sometimes phrasal verbs have slight nuances that's important to know When you travel to a different country you can find some cultural nuances
spellbinding
adj. fascinating; enchanting; mesmerizing "People in Belgium don't relax. Life here is simpler, the town is cozy and the surrounding nature spellbinding. It's perfect to recharge one's batteries and detox".
modest
humble We know a guy who is the opposite of modest
shockingly
in a way that causes horror Shockingly, the writer seems to think that the government is now watching our every move. Anyway, is there anything we can really do to protect all privacy?
ask/say lighlty
in a way that it is not serious I do no said that lightly
on top of that
in addition And on top of that, we might want to start a neighborhood watch. It's easier to take preventative measures than to clean up after the damage has already been done
poignantly
in an emotionally moving manner An indigenous Aymara legislator poignantly protested, wearing a cardboard crown in the National Assembly
lifelong
lasting for the whole of a person's life Let's convert some lifelong conservatives
mind maps
line drawings that show the relationship between ideas
overseen
overlook, inspect, command The pullback at WeWork is being overseen by Marcelo Claure, a senior executive at SoftBank, the Japanese conglomerate that is WeWork's largest shareholder.
apprehensive
fearful or anxious, especially about the future I used to be really apprehensive about giving speeches
ubiquitous
present or existing everywhere [ yoo-bik-wi-tuh s ] They're ubiquitous and almost always outdoors, making them immediately stand out to anyone visiting Japan.
deceiving
purposely misleading others by using nonverbal cues to create false impressions or to convey incorrect information DoorDash is being sued by DC Attorney General Karl Racine over allegedly deceiving customers with a controversial tipping policy.
hot water
serious trouble
flee
to run away Around 250,000 people have been forced to flee
They're okay, provided
they are in the valley
snap up
to buy something quickly because the price is cheap Shoppers came to the store to snap up bargains after the holidays. The company is hiring. When they see your work history, they'll snap you up! was among the first buyers to snap up the €1 deals
mollify (apaziguar)
to calm or make less severe It did little to mollify investors.
slather
spread thickly She said she wants to slather my bodies with a stuff and the lick it off I'm not even sure know what slathering is
call off
to cancel The game has been called off The flight has been canceled
look ahead
to think about what will happen in the future and plan for these events
juggling
working on many projects at the same time I'm juggling the president the Republicans, Tusk
unease
worry or anxiety The world is changing rapidly, and that's causing some discomfort; unease is symptomatic of all rapid changes in societies.
The building inspires guests
to think of China's future and of nature
Come up with
to think of; to produce. an idea / a plan / a suggestion etc. If we don come up with a plan tonight our business is going to go under. I was come up with my best ideas in the shower Who came up with that idea?
come up with
to think of; to produce. an idea / a plan / a suggestion etc. Wee need to come up with a good plan
Giving it a go
to try doing something She's been thinking about learning to fly for many years, and she's finally decided to give it a go.
urge
to try to persuade strongly, encourage When I was young my parents urged me to go to bed early
approximate
uh-prok-suh-mitly
I gotta tell ya I Have got to tell you
waking up early has been great for my productivity
trudge
walk heavily and firmly, as when weary, or through mud
"A number of participants were concerned that weakness in business spending, manufacturing, and exports could spill over to labor markets and consumer spending and threaten the economic expansion,"
"It will take some time to see that work through the economy. I certainly want to monitor and assess how the economy is reacting to those cuts."
liked
"LYKT"
willingly
"WIL" + "ing" + "lee"
dim glow
(Weak glow) The street was dark and foggy, and the streetlights had only a dim glow.
jaded (about)
(adj.) wearied, worn-out, dulled,satiated, glutted I often feel jaded about politics
iffy
(adjective) uncertain or questionable. He made a quick choice and still felt iffy for a while afterwards
neatly
(adv.) clean, tidy, and orderly. e.g. She was arranging the cards neatly on the table.
critique
(critical) review DAIJ strategy *Description = Facts and not opinions. -It's popularly known as 'The Scream' and was painted by Edvard Munch. -We see a man on a bridge. His hands are raised up to his face *Analysis = How lines and colors are organized -The bold streaks of yellow stand out against the deep blue background. -The lines of the sky are a sharp contrast to the straight lines of the bridge. *Interpretation = say that your belief about what the artists tried to express. -The major themes are loneliness and isolation. -He's conveying chaos and emotional intensity -The painting evokes a sense of panic. *Judgment = your opinion - It gives me a feeling of this man's terror, but also his loneliness. - I think it works because the artist has evoked such an emotional response
plow
(especially of a vehicle) move in a fast and uncontrolled manner. "the car plowed into the side of a van"
divert
(send things away instead of where they should go), People accuse Churchill of diverting millions of tonnes of wheat from Indian ports.
chide
(v.) to blame; scold People love to chide Hollywood for making the movies it makes.
big box retailers
-Stores that sell things in bulk so they are cheaper per unit, ex big department stores -Discount stores that offer a narrow but deep assortment of merchandise
Several companies have
1) slashed their prices. 2)adjusted their profits forecasts
It's hard to believe
1)they lied about their product. 2)that they even sell this car
signposting during a speech
1- Introduce yourself 2-State your key point 3-Support your key point with details 4-Provide a viable alternative 5-Conclude with a call action
acquaintance
A person you have met but do not know well. It's a small town. Almost everybody is an acquaintance or It's a pleasure to make your acquaintance
UPC code
A bar code on the packaging that gives price information as well manufacturer information.
This trend is symptomatic of a loss of our freedoms.
A cashless society could have unintended (imprevisiveis) consequences.
carries
A company carries responsibilities for employees and the local community
livable salary
A company ought to pay even its lowest employees a livable salary and make sure they work in a hazard-free office
Foreshadowing
A warning or indication of a future event Like a foreshadowing kind of thing
outside contractors
Additionally, roughly 1,000 building maintenance employees will be transferred to outside contractors.
Do you want to come over tomorrow?
After her long explanation, I came to believe her story.
Well, I could be wrong, but it might just be a small fall.
All I'm saying is don't panic. All right?
All I'm saying is
All I'm saying is take a closer look at this investment.
We should conform to social expectations.
All companies have moral responsibilities.
packaging
All packaging for products should be green
take away time
Although CSR may take away some time from employees' work responsibilities, it's also evident that it gives employees a sense of satisfaction
It really gets on my nerves when they get all touchy-feely.
Am I the only one who thinks you should see the product in a commercial?
"hot looking"
An attractive sexy person
Gridlock
An inability to enact legislation because of partisan conflict within Congress or between Congress and the president.
I'd like to add that...
And on top of that...
I have sold a hundred million copies of my books
And you know why?
My manager mentioned we'd be getting a new team member.
I had some trouble getting into the building. They didn't have my name at security.
What do you do for a living?
Are you comfortable with that?
There are tariffs; therefore, it's not free trade.
As a matter of fact, I don't agree with you.
We've sure been at a trade disadvantage for a long time!
As a matter of fact, we've been at a trade disadvantage for quite some time!
Let's conclude this meeting quickly.
As a next step...
I've heard it's good
I had thought it would be more humorous
I guess someone who listens. People want to feel like they're being heard.
As you said earlier
affordable
At $500 the computer was very affordable
Is there anything I can do?
At least let me clean up some of this mess.
One way to solve the problem might be to increase the training budget.
At least let's talk about increasing the training budget
A: You'll probably sit somewhere in this section.
B: Ah, this area looks very nice.
If I could build on that
B: And if I could build on that, it's also critical to involve other city organizations.
A: Can you tell me how to get to the Boston Hotel?
B: Do you know the address?
It started badly
But ended nicely
Oh. The markets have been volatile. But crashing?
But we can't ignore the fact that the market could recover.
I'll have made the writing plan by May 7th
By next week, I should have finished the research.
look-a-like contest
Chandler entered a Vanilla Ice look-like-contest and won
Has anyone else here been to New York?
CMm-hmm? That reminds me, I had a great trip to _____.
Just give me a moment to think about that
Can I get back to you with an answer on that?
How come you are working here?
Can we start over?
Can you say that again?
Can you be more specific?
First, generally speaking
Can you be more specific? What exactly do you mean by 'successful'?
We believe the tariffs are ridiculously high.
Can you believe that the tariff is 40 percent?
Lifestyle choices
Choices, made daily, of how to treat the body and mind.
It's important to find renewable energy sources
Coal is an irreplaceable resource.
They might have to put a cap on salary increases.
Companies sometimes freeze their project pipelines
unicorns
Companies that worth a billion dollars
Micro-philanthropy can have a big impact
Contribute your time and energy.
I said: "I was thinking on the second one"
Correct: "I was thinking about the second one"
doses
Currently, there are over 3,000 confirmed cases in Congo and more than 2,000 people have died. Merck has already given more than 250,000 doses to people in Congo.
The world has many regional trade agreements.
Customs duties were reduced to facilitate trade.
How much equity in company did they purchase?
Do they have the potential do grow quickly?
How many items are there on the agenda?
Do you all have the agenda?
How am I going to raise a kid?
Do you have a sec?
I know I'm probably not their target market.
Do you know what the product is, or is it just me?
It may be the best way to approach it, yes.
Do you really think that's a good time?
Do you have any regrets about leaving the company?
Do you regret turning down the job?
Will the meeting have concluded by noon?
Do you think she will come up with a solution soon?
Do you come here a lot?
Do you thinks he's doing any better than He was this morning? How Would I know, I wasn't here
Whole
Entire. Used for countable nouns He has eaten the whole pizza
Even supposing ( mesmo supondo que)
Even supposing they put them in the valley, it won't work.
Ever since
Ever since we announced the engagement he has been acting really weird
You never know.
Every bit counts
as many as
Figures suggest that as many as a hundred million people worldwide are homeless.
first of all, second of all, third of all
First of all, I'd like to ask you questions
The biggest challenge we face is growing competition.
For instance, they don't return our phone calls.
To take that one step further, we'll run cleanups
For me, it's also about early prevention.
No harm done.
Forget about it.
Good managers need to be proactive. When there's a problem, they don't wait for others to fix it.
Good managers promote effective communication. Open and effective communication makes people feel valued and heard.
backdated
He backdated the letter to make it look like he sent it before the accident.
Let me think about that for a minute.
Hmm. Let me see. It's difficult to say
What two social problems does the man bring up?
Homelessness and crime
apartment hunting
I can't. I'm apartment hunting
I'm on my away
I coming by
These guys consistently come up with winning campaigns
I don't really get it.
Do you know some good places? Don't you know some good places?
I'm not sure. I haven't had pizza in ages
drop off
I need to drop this off before going to work I'm going to drop off the kids at school
I'm not sure I agree with that
I really disagree
Were you good?
I was pretty good
Every single bit counts.
I'd actually look at local charities first
Nice to see you
I'm very excited about this
I've looked to the papers and
I've made a plan
survey
If you survey most Americans...
domestically produced (inside your country)
Imported goods (bringing goods into your country)
breaking into the scene
Impressionist had a hard time breaking into the scene
Fuller investigation
In a perfect situation, Bolivia would have a fuller investigation and a new election with credible results.
In fact,
In fact, small changes can have big effects.
Startup companies are entrepreneurial ventures.
Investors are generally attracted to startups with scalability
roped into
Involuntary persuaded My sister roped me into watching Breaking Bad
Is it far from here?
Is Japan near or far from here?
It is a bit out there, but I'm sure there are some people who love it.
Is it just me, or is that commercial really bizarre?
Just wasn't working
It's time for a change
Find out what they want!
Let me just change.
A neighborhood watch program should be organized.
Local residents have organized a few cleanups
The celebration will continue after the main event.
More specific information will be coming.
There is no room for me
No seat saved at all
What surprised me was that he was willing to admit to being a failure.
One thing I admire about him is his honesty.
What solution can I propose?
One way to solve the problem might be...
Which expression do you like the most?
One of my good friends
The bathrooms closest to your area are over here. And the kitchen is over there.
Os banheiros mais próximos da sua área ficam aqui. E a cozinha fica ali.
What does he say is important when making investment decisions?
Our pension fund contains very few risky investments.
I had a great time last night
Out of nowhere
We should also consider its expense.
Poverty is a huge problem, not to mention crime
add-on
Program that provides additional functionality to web browsers. Also called extension.
push forward
Push the world forward
Rhetorical questions
Questions phrased to stimulate a mental response rather than an actual spoken response on the part of the audience. What if all the insects died out?
I'd say so
Rachel, Can we do this now?
easing paperwork
Ramzan says the real estate agency helped him navigate through the whole process, easing paperwork which took months to complete.
Rather than
Rather than protecting dying industries, why don't we try to become more competitive?
Tom and I work together in the Stockholm office.
Really? Tom and I met in college. We were both into theater at that time.
Party? Speaking of which, I need to buy a cake.
Right. So, did anyone else see 'Raging Water' last night?
sun-dried tomatoes
Ripe tomatoes that lose most of their water content after spending a majority of their drying time in the sun
What's George's primary business?
Running a pension fund and giving advice
put some money away
Save money
I wish it were a more stable market.
Savings accounts give guaranteed returns.
New companies are a risky investment, according to my financial advisor.
Savings accounts give guaranteed returns.
Let me know you got back safely.
Say hi to your family for me
Thanks for coming.
Say hi to your family for me.
I remember reading somewhere
She didn't specify a source
I've found the papers but I'm struggling to understand them
So, what are you saying is I should to reach out more?
I've been stuck as executive liaison for way too long
So, you're Mike top choice?
Sustainability
Solar power Wind power natural gas food waste soil coal petroleum hydropower
against their will
They are there against their will
late entry into the market
Some of Google's competitors aren't exactly hiding their doubts about Stadia. When asked about Google's late entry into the market
Thruth be told
Stating that you are saying the real truth. Truth be told. I don't have the required work experience, but I'll not let you down
Critics may argue it's too expensive for a company to give back to the public. However ...
Some people believe that CSR is too expensive. On the other hand ...
mind map
Start a mind map by writing the central concept
basin
The Amazon basin
The target market is young adult females
Some advertising is purely attention-seeking.
carry around
Some argue this trend makes life easier - not having to carry around all those bank notes and coins. Just pay with your debit card or smartphone.
hat in hand
Someone begging for assistance We are hat in hand here
discount chains
TJ Maxx
I should get going
Tell your dad I said hello.
We are taking initiatives to combat vandalism
That part of the neighborhood is dilapidated
That does it/ That'll do it/ That should do it
That should work
Decision-making factor
That thing was the decision-making factor
Do most people bring their lunches to work?
That'll be me. I have to save money for an apartment
I suggested we move quickly
The CEO insisted that we be on time
It was a very interesting meeting. There were a lot of different opinions. The COO suggested that the board move quickly to accept the government's offer.
The CFO disagreed . He proposed that they wait until the financial results from the next quarter were available before making any decision.
Van Gogh's paintings are loved by millions of people
The Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain, was designed by Frank Gehry.
Off base
The curl sits totally off its base One of us is way off base
The best is yet to come
You haven't seen inflation
elements
There are ELEMENTS of his Mexican heritage in his crafts.
endangered species
There are nearly 17,000 endangered species. Endangered species are going extinct faster than ever.
Everyone is sure to enjoy themselves once things get going.
There is an open bar and buffet.
Congrats. You have been promoted
They hang up on you
We believe the trade situation will deteriorate significantly.
They have got to protect domestic industries!
propose
[ pruh-pohz ]
Our pension fund contains no risky investments.
This retirement plan is a conservative investment.
tell the time
To know the time of day n a clock Can you tell me what time it is? Can you tell me the time? Monica couldn't tell time until she was 13.
fly out
To leave for a particular destination on an airplane. to leave for somewhere by plane So I asked Reebok to fly my high school coaches out.
rein in
To limit or control Fed policymakers were raising interest rates steadily as recently as December 2018 to rein in a growing economy
What do the two men agree is a next step?
To meet face to face
To take someone at his/her word
To trust that what someone says is true based on their words and not on any kind of evidence I lost track of how much he owned me, so when he told me it was $92 I took him at his word
attempt
To try; to make an effort Around 250,000 people have been forced to flee and at least nine people died - five of them found dead in burned-out vehicles after attempting to flee.
Great job team
Tomorrow at 8:30
frantic
Very excited and anxious; extremely worried, panicked, or fearful Under its former chief executive and co-founder, Adam Neumann, WeWork went on a frantic expansion that saddled the company with large losses.
How were the people in the office?
Very kind and helpful
Have you met Sara before?
Você já conhecia a Sara?
Pledge a donation for a specific purpose.
Volunteer with a nonprofit organization.
I make regular donations to a homeless shelter.
Volunteering gives me a sense of achievement.
hold on
Wait a second
Walk me trough
Walk me through the specifics of your bill
It's reported that one in 10 people are hungry.
Was it that blog that talked about hunger?
Was it
Was it that website Charitable International that said individuals account for the majority of donations?
Wind and sun provide sustainable power.
We should all reuse as many things as possible.
We should also consider
We should also consider the expense of conservation.
Honestly, I don't have any regrets
We should have asked for more money
Have you considered going on a volunteer holiday?
What if you pledge a small amount?
What rooms will the roommates share?
What is an example of a utility?
I need to tel you something
What is it? Is something wrong?
I don't know what I'd do if I were in your shoes.
What is it? What's up?
Gangs and graffiti are our biggest problems.
What is the first issue brought up?
I know Who you claim to be
What is this?
I'll see you around
What to want me to say?
reciprocate
[ ri-sip-ruh-keyt ]
backfired
Worked the opposite way than intended; failed His plan totally backfired.
Have you spoken with your husband today?
Yes, He's in a very good spirits
Harry, haven't you got a pet at home?
Yes, I have
Pushing forward
Yet, each of these companies face certain limitations in pushing forward with cloud gaming due to current networks.
It's a bit far away
You always said that you wanted to live abroad
But good luck getting any money back once you pay them.
You and I both know that nothing in life comes that easily
I'm calling about your roommate ad
You and I sound like a good match
move out
You are moving out today and we're moving into our new house tomorrow
lay out
You lay out your fears (expoe)
feel top
You made me feel top there
I mean, what can $5 do?
You never know, If there are 100 people giving $5 each , that's $500
product
[ prod-uh kt]
We should't leave it so long last time
You're right. Maybe we canhave a lunch next week
Now, where were we?
You're sure it's okay?
It's early to tell. Anybody's guess, really
Your guess is as good as mine
With this in mind, we are gathering information to help us gauge where we need to make changes. I would like you to provide
a comprehensive update on all projects you and your team are currently running, and those that are planned for the next fiscal year • an evaluation of your projects ○ Which are essential? Why? ○ Which are inessential and can be frozen for now? Why? I look forward to reading about the efforts of your team.
runner-up
a contestant who finishes a competition in second place The rules dictated that if he didn't win an outright majority, he needed 10% more votes than the runner-up, or else he would face a runoff (segundo turno).
assertion
a declaration or statement "We believe the assertions made in the complaint are without merit and we look forward to responding to them through the legal process."
The triangles are a sharp
contrast to the circles
disillusionment
a feeling of disappointment resulting from the discovery that something is not as good as one believed it to be The story of Morales, the country's first indigenous president, is one of first hope and optimism, which was then overpowered by ego and disillusionment.
Simile
a figure of speech involving the comparison of one thing with another thing of a different kind, used to make a description more emphatic or vivid
sleet
a form of precipitation consisting of ice pellets, often mixed with rain or snow. The snow, sleet and rain come as California continues to deal with deadly wildfires.
wind farm
a group of wind turbines that produce electricity
traffic jam
a large number of vehicles close together and unable to move or moving very slowly I spent half the morning sitting in a traffic jam. He's late he's probably stuck in a traffic jam. We were stuck in a traffic jam for an hour. He was caught in a traffic jam this morning.
drain
a pipe that is used to carry away flowing water, often dirty water
comfort zone
a place in the mind where an individual feels safe and confident
dwelling
a place where people live Patrick Janssen picked a "superior" dwelling at a higher price
fresh perspective
a new and interesting or useful way of thinking about something, especially one which is influenced by the type of person you are or by your experiences a viewpoint or particular attitude
think tank
a nongovernmental organization that seeks to influence public policy through research and education "Investors saw through Lyft, and they saw through Uber as well," said Matt Stoller, a fellow at the Open Markets Institute, a Washington think tank. "
night shift
a period when some people work during the night in a workplace
pullback
a reduction in price or demand. "there is no sign of a consumer pullback" The pullback at WeWork is being overseen by Marcelo Claure, a senior executive at SoftBank, the Japanese conglomerate that is WeWork's largest shareholder.
hoop
a ring or a round, flat band
knob
a round handle Did you try turning the knob back the other way?
well-worn Tpath
a route taken by a lot of people Leads you off the well-worn path
fling
a short period of enjoyment or wild behavior Wasn't this supposed to be just a fling?
to forecast
a simple prediction of the future
The man can't understand why
the decision took so long
twig / branch
a twig is not a branch
underhanded
acting or done in a secret or dishonest way
nocturnal
active at night I'm a nocturnal kind of person
He's not taking
the economic slowdown too well
You just called a little while ago
about needing s signature on the admissions form
gruesome
causing shock or horror I was expecting it to be gruesome, but i has a lot to do with tech ans hacker
sheer
absolute, complete, only It was also sheer luck for me to met Amanda. We used to live far away
Wacky thought
absurdly or amusingly eccentric or irrational : crazy wacky ideas Here's a wacky thought
be that as it may
accept that something is true, but it still does not change your opinion Be that as it may, do you think you could just help us out here
understudy
an actor able to replace a regular performer when required
I was expecting
an easy read, but the book was hard.
cliffhanger
an ending to an episode of a serial drama that leaves the audience in suspense. a story or event with a strong element of suspense. "the game was a cliffhanger right up to the final buzzer"
clifhanger
an ending to an episode of a serial drama that leaves the audience in suspense. a story or event with a strong element of suspense. "the game was a cliffhanger right up to the final buzzer"
food poisoning
an illness usually caused by eating food that contains harmful bacteria I had food poisoning
money pit
an ongoing drain on financial resources, such as a house in frequent need of costly repairs or improvement. : something that uses up a very large amount of money My house is such a money pit—I'm always paying for repairs on it!
cheap shot
an unfair and unsporting statement made about someone unfair attack
Politicians
are very corrupt
I think scientists have been misled
by the fantastic experience of explaining something
My attention was waning
as the hour went by
out of the gate
at or from the very beginning He also suspects that the buzz around other subscription services may "prevent people from immediately committing to Stadia out the gate."
unnamed
being or having an unknown or unnamed source
A cup of cofffee
cafezinho
connecting the dots
cannot connect the dots looking forward, but can only connect them looking backwards
overstaffed, understaffed
capable / incapable
At the company Transitional, the slowdown has
caused major problems.
Bar the door
close the door
teamed up
collaborated It also teamed up with federal and local law enforcement to investigate the crime and offered a $100,000 reward.
cave in
collapse / stop resisting or refusing After a ruinous strike, the union caved in.
riveting
commanding full attention, fascinating, engrossing The movies is really riveting. There is a knot in your stomach
mystified
confused or puzzled We're mystified about where the cars was.
way to go
congratulations!, good for you! Alright, way to go Men
answerable
considered to be responsible for something Milton Friedman has pointed out that the real responsibility of business is to increase its profits; business is not answerable to society's expectations but to the shareholders'.
briny
containing a fair amount of salt "the briny tang of the scallops"
danced
dansst
The cold is getting worse
day by day
hold up
delay Now, consumer spending is holding up, the labor market is strong, and trade tensions could ease — so policymakers have been making it clear that they want to pause and watch how the economy is shaping up before taking further action.
scrumptious
delicious, gourgeous,tasty The meal was scrumptious
reliance
dependence Indeed, Stadia's reliance on Wi-Fi is both one of its biggest drawbacks and also a positive.
giving out
distributing There were people at the entrance giving out Flyers There were people at the entrance giving out hand-warmers
I can't even get Marcel to stop
eating the bath mat
I think he is conveying (transmitting)
emotional intensity
wrangling
engagement in a long, complicated dispute or argument. "weeks of political wrangling"
The woman's company in India has
escaped major damage.
self assesment
evaluate yourself
Have either one of you guys
ever been to the Ayoyama? Is it real expensive?
stunning
extremely impressive or attractive The announcement marked a swift and stunning fall for Mr. Neumann, who had enormous control over WeWork and spoke about the company with missionary zeal — he has said the company aimed to "elevate the world's consciousness."
Let me put it this way
explain it clear
tremendously.
extremely, immensely
wear off
fade away, become less strong For some people the novelty of living in a new country starts to wear off between the first and second year Is your medication wearing off?
Curve ball
figuratively) To surprise; to introduce something unexpected or requiring a quick reaction or correction. He really threw me a curve when he asked me a personal question at work.
fraught
filled The idea of meat is a lot more emotionally fraught than the idea of a smartphone
venture capital firms
firms that fund startups
ingrained
fixed deeply and firmly They are also ingrained in tradition
compelled
forced to do something Whatever compelled you to stalk me like that, stop it
strain
forcing Straining to see, he couldn't make out anything but a blanket of dense darkness
I knew all along Sabia o tempo todo. Desde o comeco
from the beginning of a period of time I knew all along that it wasn't his real name
started from scratch
from the very beginning I built every bit of my own house. I started from scratch and did everything with my own hands The class has started the lesson from scratch to be able to understand the basics in a better mannerall the
go down well
get a good reaction from, to be well received The rise in interest rates isn't going down to well over there
buy time
get more time
up to par
good enough, meet the expected standard Your singing is up to par She was checking to see if his work was up to par His coursework is not up to par She's not filling up to par
way to go
good work, congratulatios
At the man's company, the slowdown has
had only a slightly impact
plunger
hand tool consisting of a stick with a rubber suction cup at one end
diligent
hard-working and careful Vanessa is very diligent, she works hard every single day
over the past ten years the two of you combined
have gotten less coverage than the avg junior congressman in Nebraska
steep
having a sharp inclination Premiums may still be steep for some people who don't qualify for the tax credits
fond
having an affection or liking for. "I'm very fond of Mike" affectionate; loving. "waving a fond farewell to her parents"
undernourished
having insufficient food or other substances for good health and condition
say what you will about Trump,
he certainly would bring some change to the White House
This is the way I find out things
here at my home
his
hiz
I'm going to move
if they build ugly wind towers in the hills.
endangered
in unsafe conditions; for a species, subject to possible extinction
The colors blend
in with one another
maniac
insane person
rather than
instead of
I read somewhere that
is a good product to invest in
Chuckles
laugh quietly or inwardly She chucked nervously during the ceremony
chuckle
laugh quietly or inwardly. "I chuckled at the astonishment on her face"
polite/impolite
legible / illegible
wane
lessen, decrease If you have a boring class your attention may start to wane
Where is it?
location
secondary character
minor character
obsolete
no longer in use I used to have an iPod, but now it's obsolete
waterfront
on the edge of the sea or of a river
Where were we?
onde estavamos?
culprit
one responsible for a crime They say that vitamin E acetate may be the culprit.
commuters
people who travel to and from work regularly
flawless
perfect, impeccable, faultless
seamlessly
perfectly; without flaw or interruption, smoothly continuous In tests ran by CNN Business, Stadia showed minimal lag, thanks to the cloud, and the graphics loaded seamlessly on mobile, even in particularly intense battle scenes — as long as the internet connection was strong.
keep at it
persevere. To continue doing something even if you want to stop When I started to learn English, I soon became frustrated because I was not able to speak it well. But I kept at it, and after sometime I realized I was becoming more and more fluent every day
cultural shock
personal disorientation when experiencing an unfamiliar way of life Have you ever experienced culture shock? What caused it?
I've been given the task of coming up with a
plan of coordination between our 2 companies
frolicking
play and move about cheerfully, excitedly, or energetically
Are you good at...
playing piano cooking writing
well-mannered
polite Mark is well-dressed and well-mannered. I'm sure you'll like him
nourisihed / undernourshed
populated - overpopulated
shove
push roughly push (someone or something) roughly. "they started pushing and shoving people out of the way" a strong push. "she gave him a hefty shove and he nearly fell"
trully
really
active verbs
replace, reorganize, threaten
Entitlements
right, claim, the fact of having a right to something. "full entitlement to fees and maintenance should be offered" the amount to which a person has a right. "annual leave entitlement"
quench
satisfy (thirst) On a hot summer day, a cold beer will really quench your thirsty
put it away
save,put aside, keep Put it away that lasagna
looking for
seeking
The building is
shaped like a rising sun
streamline
simplify,to update; to make more efficient or concise When they started to streamline the process of new t-shirts they hired fifteen new employees.
racial profiling
singling out an individual as a suspect due to appearance of ethnicity
sit still
sit without moving
tanked
slang word for drunk. Likewise hammered or shit faced You better help him get home. He's hammered I got tanked myself last night
withstand
stand up against; hold out; resist; endure In our daily lives, we are also like vending machines that can withstand blizzards but ultimately go unrewarded."
adhesive
sticky
peculiar
strange, odd, unusual They sell nearly everything -- including some rather peculiar items
stalwart
strong and sturdy loyal, reliable, and hardworking. "he remained a stalwart supporter of the cause" PayPal is also battling stalwart credit card networks like Visa (V) and Mastercard (MA), which are expanding their online payment offerings
The chair has straight lines and subdued colors.
subdued = soft and restrained
out of the blue
suddenly, unexpectedly The announcement came out of the blue and took us by surprise
bolster
support; prop up Still, Mr. Neumann's departure as chief executive might not be enough to bolster interest in WeWork's shares. Investors have also expressed concerns that the company is spending too much money and is unlikely to turn a profit in the foreseeable future.
backers
supporters He and his backers are emphatic that this was a coup.
make the most of
take full advantage of an opportunity which will not last long We're only day in Paris. Let's make the most of it Mary know how to make the most of her talents They designed the adv to make the most of the product's features Make the most of the good weather because rain is forecast for tomorrow We made the most of our vacations by leaving our phones and computers off I just want to make the most of my life
nibbles
take small bites out of. "she nibbled at her food"
engrossing
taking up one's complete attention I was expecting it to be more engrossing (Chamativo)
You set me up with a girl
that I've dumped twice in the last five months
It was the best popcorn
that I've ever eaten in my life
Have I mentioned
that back in high school I was a cow?
The old man was
thin (skinny) and wiry (stiff). An He spoke wearily (with extreme tiredness)
remarks
things that are said; comments President Trump delivers remarks on health care prices
I've got no reason to doubt that
this detergent is biodegradable.
We have a substantial trade imbalance with them
thus, the need for new tariffs on imports
drift
to be carried away by water or air His thoughts drifted.
nibble
to eat in small bites For a bright, lemony moment, there'll be herby salad to nibble on between bites of stuffing and gravy.
intervene
to enter in order to help or settle something That sounds like a situation that we should intervene
to give a shot
to give a shot, try my best I gonna try really hard It makes you nervous We gave it a shot Try new foot, I going to give it a shot"
plunge
to go down suddenly Plunge us into a pit of depression
make a run
to go somewhere for a specific purpose If you don't do delivery, send someone you trust to the store instead, or make a run yourself.
hit the gym
to go to the gym or hit the beach Just drive down this street , turn right, and you'll hit the freeway
sublet
to have a person other than the original tenant take over the rental unit and payments for the remaining term of the lease The company is also expected to shed another 1,000 employees as it closes or sells divisions that are not part of its core business of subletting office space.
interlinked
to join or connect together It just goes to show how incredible interlinked everything is
giggle
to laugh in a silly or uncontrolled way
allay
to lessen,ease, soothe They probably need to slow We's expansion to allay fears about its finances, but not so much that the company loses its allure as a turbocharged business.
stunt
to limit growth "some weeds produce chemicals that stunt the plant's growth"
stunt
to limit or hinder growth; an unusual or dangerous feat, artificio Some critics believe CSR is just a publicity stunt, nothing more than a marketing device to manipulate public perception.
live on the edge
to live dangerously I like to live life on the edge
entice
to lure, to attract, to tempt in a pleasing fashion "a show that should entice a new audience into the theater"
refurbish
to make like new; to renovate
gross out
to make someone feel disgusted or nauseous His dirty fingernails really gross me out
chant
to sing We can chant and dance around naked
to beam with pride
to smile very happily because you are proud I'm beaming with pride
take up
to start After weeks of protests, Bolivian president, Evo Morales, was forced to step down and take up political asylum in Mexico.
buckle down
to start working seriously I'm ready to buckle down and hit that next goal
stick around
to stay somewhere for a period of time
pull it off
to succeed Here's what I'll be cooking, and how I'll pull it off.
pull it off
to succeed at what you are trying to do, achieve, fulfill, succeed in, accomplish "he pulled off a brilliant first round win"
make a break for it
to suddenly take the opportunity to try to escape I'm making a break for it. I'm going out the window
startle
to surprise A sharp sound startled him
undermine
to weaken or ruin by degrees
have on
to wear What did have on?
rash
too hasty, reckless Some people say that we made a rash decision when we got married at 22 years old
hilltop
top of the hill
genuinely
truly or sincerely [ jen-yoo-in -lee ]
ado
unnecessary activity or ceremony. without any further ado. Also, without more ado.
depleted
used up; empty
heads up
warning
dating back
was a form of make-up used to stereotype black people dating back over 200 years.
Every time you come on the show
we really end up getting in a conversation about hamburgers
Mostly because I get to boss people around
which I just love to do
From now on,
you don't get to talk to other people
Once you are inside
you don't have no knock any more. I'll get it
Great meeting you
you too
I have enjoyed the fact that
your shirt's been sticking out of your zipper ever since you come back from the bathroom
serendipity
luck, finding good things without looking for them, by chanve Your chances of finding such a feature are down to either extremely assiduous trawling or mere serendipity.
paved the way
made ready; prepared, made possible Netflix paved the way for the other competitors and Disney seized this opportunity.
primarily
mainly, mostly, the most part California remains the top U.S. destination for foreign students, who primarily come from China and India, with enrollment dipping slightly in the 2018-19
rid of
make free of Well, we can organize cleanups with local volunteers - you know, get rid of the paint and graffiti.
beef up
make something stronger or more solid, bigger USC, for instance, is beefing up offices in Mumbai and Bangalore, doubling staff members from two to four to recruit more Indian students.
breakthrough
making an important discovery Secretive energy startup backed by Bill Gates achieves solar breakthrough
presided over
managed, be in charge of something The vice president presided over the meeting What was the biggest emergency situation that you presided over when you where a governor?
deceitful
misleading; not truthful
Faults
mistake Currently, there is no evidence that Huawei threatened US national security. Some reviews have discovered faults in Huawei´s equipment; however, they have not found evidence of any dangerous activity.
**That adds up to
more than a thousand dollars a year.
the vast majority
most people
paddled
move through the water in a boat using a paddle or paddles. Brad chuckled, then listened as Ernie paddled off into the darkness.
The circles
move toward you
roiled
moved in a turbulent manner As massive protests roiled the country,
vital
necessary or essential to life It's vital to get at least 7 hours of sleep
novel
new and different, original and not resembling something formerly known or used The president refused to take no for an answer. He went to the constitutional court, also considered friendly to the president, which offered a novel argument that could potentially keep Morales in office forever, claiming term limits are a human rights violation.
whatever
no matter what I'll go to the store to buy paper towels and whatever, and try to get green products.
not at all
not in any way I didn't see her at all
How could you let this happen?
not in the same way
What does Joan regret?
not pushing David to act earlier
lesser-known
not so famous
undernourished
not sufficiently fed [ uhn-der-nur-isht]
Out of order
not working
idling
not working or active So you can almost think of it as the idling state of the brain
beholden
obligated; indebted; owing thanks; obliged or indebted from gratitude he MAS supermajority in Congress, beholden to the president, started pushing to allow him another term
screened
observed and evaluated Ms. Fangayen screened for no-fee buildings, opting not to work with an agent after a friend told her how high the fee could be.
hurdle
obstacle, difficulty,problem,barrier,bar,snag He is the final hurdle
I can relate to the story because
of my grandparents
saviors
one that saves from danger And it is a reminder that Latin Americans are not looking for saviors.
unfolded
open out, spread out develop, evolve, happen, taken place,occur There's much we still need to know about What has unfolded in Bolivia
amenable
open to or willing to follow advice or suggestion, tractable, malleable He's going to be more amenable if it comes from a friend
matchmaker
a person who tries to arrange marriages or romantic relationships between people
stall
a small shop with an open front or a table from which goods are sold
stroller
a small vehicle with four wheels in which a baby or child is pushed around
unrest
a state of dissatisfaction, disturbance, and agitation in a group of people, typically involving public demonstrations or disorder.
give the willies
a strong feeling of nervous apprehension and discomfort. "that room gave him the willies"
backlash
a strong public reaction against something "a public backlash against racism"
whim
a sudden and impulsive action impulse, urge,notion,fancy "she bought it on a whim" Sanchez says he put in a bid on one of the town's €1 homes on a whim and never thought it would be approved.
stampede
a sudden rush of animals or people, usually caused by fear After CNN first broke the news in January that local authorities were selling off abandoned buildings to reverse depopulation, the village faced a property stampede.
high sign
a surreptitious gesture, often prearranged, giving warning or indicating that all is well. "I'm getting the high sign from my secretary—gotta go"
undergraduate
a university student who has not yet received a first degree
extrovert
outgoing Some people think I'm an extrovert, but I value my alone time a lot
responsible/irresponsible
overestimated / underestimated
spotlight
overestimating others' noticing and evaluating our appearance, performance, and blunders We don't seek spotlight. I'm not suggesting you should
ripped off
paid far too much for something, theft, cheat, exploitation Did la dolce vita quickly sour, leaving buyers feeling ripped off and despondent?
long-awaited
an event or moment you have been waiting a long time for Just days before Google (GOOG) launched its long-awaited video game service, the company announced it would nearly double the number of titles available to play on day one.
I had no idea
an expression that someone says that means that someone did not know that something was the way it was or that someone did or said something in the past
such and such
an unspecified number I trust companies that say they're using such and such a percentage of recyclable plastic.
I've done the first module
and I'm starting the next
I've been looking around for a job
and I've found one
Fills this out
and bring it back to me
We've had to make a round of cuts
and freeze our projects pipeline. It's not been good
I was listening to this podcasts the other day
and it said that one in every ten people in the world is hungry
Some further signs of global slowdown in economic growth emerged.
and participants noted that "the risk that the weakness in domestic business spending, manufacturing and exports could give rise to slower hiring and weigh on household spending remained prominent."
Hold your thumb to the camera
and press capture
I want to find him
and put him away
November is here
and thanksgiving is right around the corner
We give
and the we just get nothing back
You are just going tho their houses
and you just want to have a nice chat
Human-wildlife conflict
any interaction between humans and wildlife that results in negative impacts on human social, economic or cultural life, on the conservation of wildlife populations, or on the environment The spread of humans has caused a wild-life conflict
middle man
any intermediary between the manufacturer and end-user markets
over-the-counter medicine
any medicine that can be bought without a prescription
high-profile
attracting a lot of attention and interest from the public and newspapers, television, etc. The data come after high-profile cases have emerged in recent months in which students from China and Iran were denied entry into the U.S.
botched
carry out (a task) badly or carelessly. He was under pressure from directors and investors after he led a botched attempt to take the closely watched company public.
ensnared
caught as in a trap Capture, catch,seize Did they become ensnared in Italy's notoriously byzantine bureaucracy?
He wouldn't even talk to me anymore
cause he said He didn't want to be around anything that looked like either one of us
stump
cause to be perplexed or confounded This even stumped Darwin, as he wrote in a letter to a colleague
worrisome
causing distress or worry or anxiety Peck said it was worrisome that renewals, in particular, were down 16 percent from last year.
lapse
cease being in force; become invalid You let it lapse?
visualize ideas
central concept
quaint
charmingly old-fashioned Janssen's house has a panoramic terrace overlooking the old district's tile rooftops, quaint churches and narrow alleys.
eclectic
choosing from various sources He's looking for something eclectic
distinctly
clearly, obviously, unmistakably I distinctly remember that it was a red car
scrutinity
close inspection Mr. Neumann said the scrutiny of his personal life and management was hurting the company.
slam the door
close with great force
stir
commotion, disturbance, fuss, ado, excitement In 2017, RP published a book that caused stir in the world of evolution of biology
likening
compare with another: to compare something or somebody with another, especially in order to point out the similarities Stadia, Google's new cloud gaming service, officially launched on Tuesday, with some likening it to the Netflix (NFLX) of video games.
make up for
compensate for He has made up for that error (own goal) I bought you these flowers to help make up for what I said yesterday
rivalry
competition for the same objective or for superiority in the same field. They had a heated rivalry
all-out
complete and total It was all-out war
way off
completely, wrong I'm way off
red tape
complex bureaucratic rules and procedures that must be followed to get something done "this law will just create more red tape" The purchase also went pretty smoothly for Janssen. Paperwork turned out easier than expected, despite Italy's bad reputation for red tape and excessive regulation.
CSR
corporate social responsibility
wuss
coward Can you stop being such a wuss
weave
create a piece of cloth by interlacing strands of fabric, such as wool or cotton You have a wonderful opportunity to weave doing good into your culture.
overslept
did not wake up on time, to sleep longer than you intended Apparently someone overslept
lost track of time
didn't pay attention to the time We lost track of time
dingy
dirty, dull,,shabby, dark gloomy and drab. "a dingy room"
downhearted
discouraged He's very resilient. On his last project, he didn't get downhearted
talk back
disrespectdul to an adult
chunk
divide (something) into chunks. "chunk four pounds of pears"
one-up
do better than someone We're always trying to one up each other of who's going to find the next best burger. I found it! It's pretty good!
take your time
don't hurry
Don't get me wrong
don't misunderstand me Don't get me wrong. I like Mary but she can be a kind of a pain sometimes
twice as much
double
understated
downplay, presented or expressed in a subtle and effective way
slashed
dramatically reduced the retailer slashed its outlook heading into the holiday shopping stretch. It was the second time Kohl's cut its forecast this year.
ousted
drive out or expel (someone) from a position or place. Now, with his resignation as chief executive, Mr. Neumann joins an ignominious club that includes Travis Kalanick, who was ousted as the chief of Uber before he could take it public.
pathological
due to disease He became a pathological gambler when he broke up with his wife
zealous
eager, earnest, devoted; fanatical Some people are over-zealous about politics. It can be annoying
Hold on
1) To wait (Hold on a minute) 2) To hold something, usually for safety purpose. (Hold on to the ladder when climbing)
I read an excellent article in World Economy. It suggested the pipeline wouldn't do environmental damage.
He talked a lot about the three Es: education, energy and the environment.
believable
He told a very believable story
It really gets on my nerves when they aren't clear about what they're selling.
I hate the way they use attention-seeking celebrities
The economy is in a bad shape
I have a hard time believing him
I have a viable alternative.
I have a viable alternative. The city's east side is full of deserted buildings. Let's build there.
Wheres's everyone else?
I have given them a time off
Your guess is as good as mine
I have no idea, when you don't know the answer
For me, at least, this will save lots of money
I hear you on that.
I hear you
I hear you, but I'm not going, OK? I hear you. But I can't ignore the fact that I've got too much stuff
I've lost count
I just feel that we are loosing touch with our core values
Crave
I just get this craving for Kung Pao Chicken
Can you just drop that for a second?
I just text you because I though we could hang
As a next step, let's all think about ways to improve communication
I just want to say again that this discussion is confidential.
I understand what you're going through.
I know exactly how that feels
I haven't see you in ages
I know, How's your family?
We had a little thing on the side
I live across the city
When I want a job I do my homework
I look forward to seeing what you come up with. (produce (something), especially when pressured or challenged.)
I get that they want to be creative and edgy, but that's just nonsense.
I mean they want you to make associations with the imagery.
I'm hearing some complaints
I need more detailed informations
Looking back, it was a mistake.
I need to reflect on what happened.
put on blast
I put Jonas on blast
Did you hear what he said about the economy?
I read an excellent article in World Economy. The article said
I think those are all excellent ideas.
I really like that idea. (strong agreement)
I really regret not having asked you sooner.
I really regret having done everything so quickly.
In hindsight, the topic was a bad idea.
I regret having started so late.
What can you say for situation 1?
I remember reading somewhere that about 800m people are hungry
remember reading somewhere
I remember reading somewhere that something like 750 million adults in the world can't read or write.
In December, I helped distribute food to the poor.
I run a shelter for the homeless.
sacrifice other things
I sacrifice other things to buy green products.
First, we haven't been introduced
I sat behind you guys in high school
We can't ignore the fact this will cost me more.
I see where you're coming from.
The only thing is,
I see. The only thing is, the price has been rising for the last year.
Laying down
I should be laying down paper for you
At least she won't realize what's happening
I should have though of this before. Appeal to the heart, not the brain.
take their word for it
I take their word for it that their products are effective
If you ask me, this needs more thought.
I tend to agree with his points
get along
I tend to get along with most people Do you think they are going to get along?
My shoulder is hurting really bad
I think I slept on it wrong and earlier I tried to pop it and it just made it worse
I think the decision was a smart move.
I think it's a reasonable move on your part.
I really like that idea
I think so, too
I see where you're getting at
I think team building could be very effective
Let's wrap things up
I think that's about it. Let's wrap things up
Wrap things up.
I think that's about it. Let's wrap things up.
I was eating at a restaurant and my blood pressure went high
I think the food was vert salty
Nothing we've discussed here leaves this room.
I think we're finished here. Thanks very much to you all.
I certainly didn't agree with her assertions on that.
I totally agree with the points he made.
You have inspired me in several ways
I try to buy green products to help the environment
I see where you're coming from,
I understand your situation I see where you're coming from, but I'm just not interested.
I urge you all to
I urge you all to tell the mayor that the new housing belongs in the east. Thank you. I urge you all to sign my petition.
Digital currencies do not require bank notes.
I use a mobile payment platform on my smartphone.
Would you try this on?
I want to make sure it its
Active wear Athleisure Collection
I was a volleyball player in high school
isntead
I was filling out my friend's form and instead punting her information I put mine
I was given your name by
I was given a book
I really feel for the wife of the main character
I was horrified by the amount of violence
intrigued
I was intrigued by the main character
Oh, I remember reading about them somewhere.
I was listening to this podcast about the problems with
Was it timebank that said people volunteered for a sense of satisfaction?
I was reading an article about illiteracy.
I thought I was at the wrong place.
I was so hushed in here and the TV is always on.
Was that the cake?
I wasn't around that much
The CFO is responsible for the numbers being accurate.
I wasn't aware of the merger until yesterday.
all the way
I went all the way to New Jersey so that I could have the perfect cake
They promised they won't spread any rumours
I will be glad to help you. What do you need?
Savings accounts give guaranteed returns.
I wish it were a more stable market.
It is what it is
I wish it weren't raining It is what it is
to push someone
I wish that I'd pushed David more. We all should've pushed David more
We try to buy mostly biodegradable products
I won't go out of my way to buy green products
out of my way
I won't go out of my way to buy green products
That's a valid point you brought up
I'd definitely say so
It hasn't been as quick as
I'd hoped
I'd like to add that
I'd like to add that people will feel the area is neglected.A
If I could build on that, let's make people aware.
I'd like to add that vandalism can't be ignored
I'd like to propose an alternative
I'd like to propose an alternative. We can still have new housing, but not in the west.
How difficult would it be to increase the training budget?
I'd like to propose that we increase the training budget.
But it's about the feeling it gives you, isn't it?
I'll give them credit : It's different.
This unit has been sold
I'll meet you in the lobby
I'll have the baked salmon
I'll take the baked salmon
It's wonderful to finally meet you.
I'm a little lost. It's my first day
More and more green products are available.
I'm afraid we'll run out of our natural resources.
Unless
I'm against it, unless the city provides bins.
catching someone
I'm glad I caught you before you left work We have to get home in time to catch the premiere of the new episode of the new season of Game of Thrones
I was talking to this guy, and he told me he only buys the cheapest products.
I'm glad I could help
New set of these forms
I'm gonna need a new set of these forms
I actually found what he said to be quite persuasive.
I'm having a hard time believing what he said about the environment.
housing (residencias)
I'm here tonight to talk about the city's plan to build new housing on the west side. The new housing would destroy five hectares of forest.
You hit the nail on the head there
I'm in complete agreement with you about that
to be/get in over your head
I'm in over my head with this project. I shouldn't have waited until the last minute to start it
Does anybody wanna trade?
I'm not allowed to have him in the city
It's called NAFTA
I'm not completely convinced
I can't say for sure.
I'm not entirely sure if I can make it.
But this week might be better.
I'm not entirely sure that's going to work.
It may leave you with a lot of revision to do later on.
I'm not entirely sure that's going to work.
I'll just have what she is having
I'm not even sorry
Let them have it
I'm not going to argue with
What you could do is a little more research
I'm not saying next week is not okay.
Perhaps not. Maybe you should find five?
I'm not saying they're not useful, just that you'll probably be marked down. (mal avaliado)
disagreeing
I'm not sure I agree with that. (mild disagreement) I'm sorry, but I disagree. (polite disagreement) I'm not with you on that. (disagreement) I really disagree with you. (strong disagreement) I think that's a terrible idea. (very strong disagreement)
That seems a bit far-fetched
I'm not sure I buy that.
Another option would be to meet earlier
I'm not sure that would work. Perhaps we could change the day.
Is there anywhere near here?
I'm not sure. I haven't had pizza in ages
The board has decided not to replace the CEO
I'm not surprised. It's a reasonable move
into the idea
I'm not that into the idea of recycling.
Up to that point, I won't have done any checks.
I'm pretty confident I can get it done
I don't if I have told you that
I'm really into all of that kind of stuff
At least let me help you out
I'm really sorry If I've offended you
My mistake. Sorry about that.
I'm really sorry if I've offended you.
I can't tell you how sorry I am.
I'm so embarrassed.
I didn't have the lighters.
I'm so glad that I did. If anyone want to come over. I'll be happy to have you guys
knocked over
I'm sorry I knocked over your coffee.
I promise I won't spread any rumors.
I'm sure that team coordination will improve.
I was eating an appetizer on the couch, and someone hit my arm. I spilled everything.
I'm terribly sorry. Please forgive me.
It's easier to do it
I'm trying to search for products that don't cause too much harm
I stopped eating meats
I'm vegan now. Scott has recently become a vegan and shes doesn't accept his reasoning
The consultants are reworking his speech now
I'm very close to a deal
hopeful
I'm very hopeful
It's also worth noting
I's also worth noting it would be more costly.
Can we get a bottle of your most overpriced champagne?
I've always wanted to know
Ever since I was little
I've been able to pick up quarters with my toes
This is a great place. How long have you lived here?
I've been here about 6 years. And Rachel moved in a few months ago
There's something that
I've been meaning to tell you. Remember back in freshman year
I've done only one module and I've already starting to fall behind
I've been studying every day and I've tried to do my best to do all the reading but It's hard, you know
Who are you?
I've been taken care of you. We both have
I know exactly how that feels.
I've been there before.
It's been slower than I'd hoped.
I've been working on the research, and I'm finding it really hard.
The process has been more complicated than I'd imagined.
I've completed the first module, but I'm falling behind in the second.
I can take it or leave it
I've got more important things to think about than natural resources.
I take their word for it on sustainable practices.
I've got no reason to doubt this detergent.
I wish at least We knew his name
I've got to tell you. I like your mom's books I think she is a blast
We need to come up with a coordination plan.
I've informed the board about the merger rumors.
He didn't even put it to a vote
I've never been fond of Howard
You guys get to pick
I've only been in America for 51 years. Give me a break
Take some good advice when you get it
I've tried some, and it tastes like piss
It came as a surprise to us all.
I, for one, certainly wasn't expecting this.
I'm just saying
If dogs do experience jet lag then loose a week and a half
You've got to talk with him
If he know how you felt
untiringly
Not tiring or ceasing; indefatigable or persistent People out there are untiringly fighting the battle against poverty.
That's on my plate
Not yours
This discussion is confidential.
Nothing leaves this room.
Will you grow up?
Nothing that spatters
What is with you tonight?
Nothing, I'm ok
Morales tried to stay in office against his people's will.
Now his legacy is in question, as is the future of Bolivia
Now, as I was saying...
Now, where was I?
Now, as I was saying, our competitive situation in Europe has changed.
Now, where was I? Oh, yes - the sales figures for last quarter.
While Mr. Trump has urged the Fed to stimulate the economy and cheapen the dollar, the central bank operates independently.
Officials set policy to achieve stable inflation and maximum employment over time, and their job is to smooth over business cycles.
oftentimes
Often or repeatedly While it may be true that a company needs to maintain its public image, and CSR is a good method of doing that, we must not ignore the fact that this oftentimes is a win-win situation.
Moving on, let's discuss the plan to expand overseas.
Oh, and one more thing: we need to discuss a change in employee insurance.
for me, at least.
Oh, it looked like a good prospect - for me, at least.
Is chandler here?
Okay, about last night...
time-consuning
One common argument against CSR is that it's too time consuming. I don't agree ...
linger
One study found that babies' eyes linger the longest on this color
What I liked about it was its variety
One thing I didn't like was the slow pace of the talk.
What's really interesting to me is the role of failure
One thing that was cool was that he wanted to pass on real-world experience.
Team members who miss deadlines should be punished.
One way to solve the problem is to change the seating.
The most valuable thing about solar energy is that it's clean
Like it or not, insects are critical
probable / improbable
Likely / unlikely
bodily fluids
Liquids originating from Inside the body. The main symptoms of Ebola are fever, pains, diarrhea and bleeding. It spreads very easily from person to person through bodily fluids.
aos poucos
Little by little This way I get him trusting me again, little by little Little by little, we are learning the culture over here Gradually At first he hated her but gradually came to love her The problem gradually became clear to me Slowly It can tear us apart slowly without us knowing it The silence is slowly killing me Little bit at a time Torture isn't fun unless you do it a little bit at time
It's been two years since they've have seen each other
Long time no see!
Earned Time Off
Longer holidays Sabbaticals If job has standard time, may allow team to break early if work is completed satisfactorily Can be combined with flextime plans
to be well put together
Looks good, dresses well She's elegant and well put together
What do we got there?
Looks like a picture of a hairier guy
What was the concert like that night?
Loved it, great music, fantastic show
Which government policies have been successful?
Lowering interest rates Cutting business taxes
Overlapping
Many of its users tend to be younger, overlapping with Venmo's user base, according to a PayPal call on Wednesday with analysts.
I guess I'm not who they're really going after, but I don't understand the association.
Maybe I'm just out of touch, but the whole campaign seems ridiculous.
He has got the remote again
Maybe he can switch it back
How do we end up with this jerks?
Maybe we're like some kind of magnets
Right. What if you find a program you're interested in and ask them?
Maybe you could try going on a volunteer holiday?
Any doubts or regrets about ..
None
Rolling Release
Rolling release, rolling update, or continuous delivery, in software development, is the concept of frequently delivering updates to applications "It's a rolling release more than a blockbuster moment,"
Who knows what would have happened?
See What happens when you break the code?
Expect that sometimes there will be problem
See where you are compared with where you should be
Let me know you got back ok, will you?
See you then
It wouldn't be so bad if
hey could put them in the valley.
well-versed
highly experienced, practiced, or skilled; very knowledgeable
Expand the team
hire more engineers
regular and irregular
home - homeless
blunt
honest to the point of rudeness straightforward, frank, plain-spoken,candid,direct Bolivia's blunt message to leader drunk on power
I don't even know
how it happened
I was fascinated by
how the author used imaginery
otherwise
if things were different
wind up
to end up Where Did They Wind Up? "Kevin winds up in New York" I always said he would wind up in jail Even September job cuts wound up being worse than first reported.
set up
to establish They set up companies.
underestimate
to estimate lower than the real amount or number
scrutinizing
to examine closely or critically After the company filed its offering documents with the Securities and Exchange Commission last month, investors began scrutinizing its business model and Mr. Neumann's behavior, and sentiment quickly turned against WeWork.
Clue you in
to explain Let me clue you in
I thinks she is trying
to express warmth and joy
crumbling
to fall apart, break up into small pieces.
feel deflated
to feel less confident and positive than before
fancy someone
to find someone attractive
elbow out
to force or pressure someone out of something, he board managed to elbow out the old head of the company. "These huge franchise pictures are elbowing out midrange and lower-budget movies,"
pull off
to manage; to succeed He can pull off everything
tampered with
to meddle, especially for the purpose of altering, damaging, or misusing he capsules had been tampered with, filled with the deadly poison potassium cyanide.
safeguard
to protect Some countries argue that the only way they can safeguard domestic industries and the livelihood of their citizens is to impose tariffs on imported goods and services.
underlie
to provide a basis of support
pose
to put Weak price increases may be good news for shoppers, but they pose a risk for the central bank.
to sum up
to summarize To sum up, I believe CSR should be an innate part of business operations
outdo
to surpas hey say that vitamin E acetate may be the culprit. My sister always tried to outdo me in school This out does all of those revolutions
be held
to take place Áñez also demanded that new elections will be held as soon as possible.
drone on
to talk about something for a long time in a boring way He was droning on (and on) about his operation.
undercut
to undermine or destroy the force, value, or effectiveness of.
fact-check
to verify the factual accuracy of You should fact check that
Gain a sense of satisfaction
tutor disadvantage children
lukewarm
unenthusiastic; neither hot nor cold "they drank bitter lukewarm coffee" "the film received a lukewarm reception from critics"
unless something were to cause a material reassessment of the outlook
unless income information was consistent with as significant slowdown in the pace of economic activity
unapologetic
unwilling to make or express an apology When it comes to what makes the cut, I am an unapologetic traditionalist on this day and this day only.
The UN reported that
up to 100 million people worldwide are homeless.
destabilize
upset the stability of; cause unrest in. "the discovery of an affair can destabilize a relationship"
For one
used to stress that the person named holds the specified view, even if no one else does. "I for one am getting a little sick of writing about it" I, for one, certainly wasn't expecting this.
Deejaying
using two turntables and a mixing board He was deejaying
circle of life
ut humans need insects in order to live, and so do plants and animals. It all has to with the circle of life, the planet's food chain and the reproduction of plants through pollination.
underserved
provided with inadequate service "In many of these underserved markets, quite frankly even in the US, and especially in places like India, Southeast Asia, and the continent of Africa, 5G is going to be the solution to that last mile connectivity issue,"
rising level of danger
pushing against those trends
put away
put something back in the correct place She told her kids to put the toys away once they are done playing
subdued
quiet and rather reflective or depressed. "Weakness in the global economy, perceptions of downside risks to growth and subdued global inflation pressures were cited as factors tilting inflation risk to the downside," the minutes note. "A few participants commented that they expected inflation to run below 2 percent for some time."
meek
quiet, gentle, and easily imposed on; submissive. The meek are screwed
hovering
remain in one place in the air Unemployment, currently at 3.6 percent, is hovering near a 50-year low, wage growth has been increasing at a moderate pace and companies have been slow to lift prices. That has kept inflation below the central bank's 2 percent goal.
something else
remarkable I've been to many parts of the world, but Cuba is just something else There're all good soccer players but Messi is really something else.
defrost
remove frost or ice PICK UP AND DEFROST THE TURKEY
airtight
sealed, closed,impermeable
underground
secret, clandestine, covert, subway
complacent
self-satisfied i don't want to be complacent about my English level When I fell complacent I try something new
He informed me that
she took the news rather badly
In fact, if you asked her right now
she would have no recollection of being fired at all
reach out
show that you need help or seek help So, what are you saying is I should to reach out more?
bittersweet
showing a mixture of pain and pleasure When I studied abroad in Texas, it was a bittersweet to leave my host family. We are living this house, and I think it'll be a bittersweet
insatiable
so great or demanding as not to be satisfied I have an insatiable desire to eat pizza.
overlap
sobrepor
underachiever
someone who performs less well than expected, esp. in school
pledge
something given to guarantee fulfillment of a promise You can pledge a small donation for a specific purpose
that reminds me
something in the conversation reminds you of something important A: You should see my new T-shirt. It's really cool. B: Mm-hmm? Oh, that reminds me. Do you want to go shopping tomorrow?
godsend
something or someone that comes unexpectedly, but is as welcome as a gift from God
sequel
something that follows; continuation; consequence; outcome offered 26 screenings of the Disney sequel on Friday, or about one every 30 minutes starting at 10 a.m.
arrive at
specific location We won't arrive at the convention center on time
Hang out
spend time relaxing (informal) I just hang out at home all day reading a book Do you think Karen would like to hang out with us later?
severance
the action of ending a connection or relationship
The red stands out against
the background
You'll be probably in this area
the bathroom closest to your area
I Guess, It must have been
the day after you were born
oversight
the effort by Congress, through hearings, investigations, and other techniques, to exercise control over the activities of executive agencies
gist
the main point Ok, I get the gist.
livelihood
the means of supporting oneself Some countries argue that the only way they can safeguard domestic industries and the livelihood of their citizens is to impose tariffs on imported goods and services.
It reminds me of
the novel 'The martian'
deed
the official document transferring ownership from seller to buyer
lifespan
the period during which something is functional (as between birth and death) Life expectancy The lifespan of a dog is far too short. Dogs' lives are six to 12 times shorter than that of humans
makeover
the process of improving the appearance of a person or a place, or of changing the impression that something gives Kohl's makeover isn't working.
guesswork
the process of trying to find the answer to something by guessing, or the answer found by using this method Japanese culture has an appreciation for process. Signs explaining how to queue, how to get a haircut or how to use the toilet are posted everywhere. Guesswork is loathed.
Tides
the regular rise and fall of the ocean's surface influenced by the moon's gravity pulling on earth
outback
the remote and usually uninhabited inland regions of Australia.
come under fire
to be criticized Gucci and Adidas have come under fire for what people think were racist designs.
to be in seventh heaven
to be extremely happy Since they got married, they've been in seventh heaven. After I was giving my first camera, I was in seventh heaven
be on cloud nine
to be extremely happy and excited I never expected to win, I'm on cloud nine. When Michael was born, I was on cloud nine. He admitted today he will have to come down from cloud nine pretty soon and go to work again. He admitted today he will have to come off cloud nine pretty soon and go to work again.
take the flak
to be held responsible, receive strong criticism The comedian took a lot of flak after he told a racist joke
be on edge
to be nervous The boss might seem on edge, but it's only because she gave up smoking last week
come to be
to become Who has come to be very important to me
get your hands dirty
to become involved in all aspects of something, including work that is unpleasant or less interesting He's not afraid of getting his hands dirty There is nothing rewarding to me than getting my hands dirty in my garden I really appreciate you guys getting your hands dirty and helping us move. She doesn't want to get her hands dirty.
come out of shell
to become less shy and more confident when talking to other people It took Dan a few weeks to come out of his shell, but he's doing well now.
to become hardened
to become used to something shocking because you have seen it many times As a police officer, he's become hardened to a lot of things other people would find disturbing
languish
to become weak or feeble; to lose strength they changed their approach this year as tensions from Mr. Trump's trade war and slowing growth abroad weighed on the United States economic outlook and inflation languished below the Fed's target.
open a can of worms
to create a situation that will cause trouble or be unpleasant Giving my secretary a small raise opened a can of worms at the firm because everyone found out about it, and now they want the same salary increase
snuggle up
to curl up closely, cuddle To lie or sit in a comfortable, relaxed position, holding someone or something else. I was snuggling up in bed with my blanket.
rely on
to depend on People here rely on this desert
put me off (desanimam)
to discourage Non-green products put me off The amount of packing in this product put me off buying it
talk things over
to discuss (1) We suggested that she stop by that evening to talk things over.
When the economy is growing, governments have a lot more money to spend. They will introduce policies like tax cuts or a higher minimum wage that are often popular with voters.
When the economy slows, however, governments have more limited options. They can lower interest rates to decrease the cost of loans for business, or even cut business tax rates to encourage more investment. Whether these policies are effective is a matter for discussion. Banks may still be reluctant to lend money because they feel it is risky to lend to businesses that might fail. Additionally, businesses may cease to make new investments and concentrate on maintaining their current markets.
The only thing companies care about CSR is to enhance their image
Which benefit is NOT mentioned as a result of companies' attention to CSR?
Would you rather see paintings of outdoors scenes or indoor scenes?
Which one of the following appeal you most?
we need to take into consideration
While it might be true that CSR can be expensive, we need to take into consideration its obvious benefits to companies.
The Fed's patient outlook is predicated on the assumption that the economy, helped along by lower rates that are fueling the housing market, will continue to grow at a moderate pace. Risks from trade could re-emerge, however, if talks between the United States and China break down and tensions reignite.
While they plan to take a break from lowering rates, officials are not inclined to start lifting them soon assuming price increases remain muted.
But, I get to seen my son
Who I love
The commercial used intentionally shocking images.
Who is the target audience for that commercial?
I think I'm ready for some tequila
Who's doing shots? I'm not really a shot drinking kind of guy
I spent the entire day with you
Why didn't you tell me?
Don't you know it yet?
Why do we keep ending up together?
Do you really think that's possible?
Why is it you think that?
We meet the sep 5H deadline
Will you update the client?
unless (a nao ser que)
Wind towers are fine unless I have to see them when I leave my house.
provided that (contanto que)
Wind towers are okay, provided that they're down in the valley.
depending on (dependendo de)
Wind towers could reduce our property values, depending on where they are.
"But we hope to continue to have mainland Chinese students for many, many years to come.
With the volume we have and the levels of talent that they have, we don't think other markets are going to replace China and India. We think there's more opportunity in both."
I'll take a look at him
Would you stop hanging out with her?
How is your family?
Wow, he is growing up fast.
Hey, Long time no see
YEah, it's been too long
Is it Rio?
Yeah
Do you have any idea how many different countries are involved?
Yeah, but don't we already buy enough cheap products from abroad?
It's been too long
Yes, it has
you better be
You better act surprise
Came trough
You came through
As long as they're in the valley, they're okay
They're okay, provided they're in the valley.
Proactive
They're very proactive. They try to anticipate problems before they happen.
the fundamental question here is
"The fundamental question here is: Does it help to be a really strong and at times abrasive personality to be innovative?"
watched
"WOCHT"
worked
"WURKT"
succeed
"suhk" + "SEED"
Just wanted to drop you a quick note and let you know how my first day at the new job went.
Things didn't start off so well. Security at the front desk didn't have my name. It took me a long time to even get in the building.
Think about it.
Think about it. If insects die out, humans would disappear, too
What is one effect that introducing wolves back into the park had?
Think about it. We have serious social problems
junior year
Third year of college Freshman 1st year Sophomore 2nd year Junior 3rd year Senior 4th year
iconic
This a very iconic scene
Who will be in charge while you're away?
This back and forth between Paris and London is tough.
comprehensive
This is a comprehensive list of current and future projects
Rather than protectionism, we support free trade.
This is indeed a difficult situation for us.
We haven't seen anything yet
This is just the tip of the iceberg
typical
This is so typical of him
For instance, we're losing sales in Asia.
This is the biggest challenge we face.
on top (alem do)
This practice was deceptive, as any reasonable consumer would have expected that the amount they chose to tip would increase a worker's pay and be provided to workers on top of DoorDash's promised payment,
What's the job?
This woman has been playing poker since she was five
Nighthawks was painted in the 20th century
Those chairs were designed by two brothers
I can't wait for the final
Thought on whom might win?
time passes
Time goes by
My retirement plan contains mainly conservative investments.
Timing is everything in a volatile market.
undertake, undertook, undertaken
To accept responsibility for doing something
Show up
To appear, specially when not expected. People. (I was surprised the CEO showed up at the meeting). Feeling of surprise.
upstanding citizen
To be fair, many of our clients are upstanding citizens
Unemployment's down. However, growth is slow.
To be honest, I don't support the policy.
That seems to be a bit unrealistic.
To be honest, I think it's a scam.
overheard
To hear what people have said without them knowing you were listening Sorry to interrupt but I overheard your conversation and I though it was very interestin
stray
To move away from a group, deviate from a course, or escape from established limits: strayed away from the tour group to look at some sculptures. b. To move without a destination or purpose; wander: cows that strayed across the road toward the river. See Synonyms at wander.
get over it
To move beyond something that is bothering you. "I just wanted to get it over with," Ms. Fangayen said. "It was exhausting, having to communicate with all of us and sending pictures of places."
To my great surprise,
To my great surprise, dam project was canceled. To my surprise, they canceled the project.
To put it another way,
To put it another way, Europe became a powerful player in the global economy.
outreach
To reach or go beyond. The San Diego campus, which enrolls the largest number of Chinese international students in the UC system, has broadened its global outreach in the last two years with first-time visits to Nigeria, Bolivia, Argentina, Turkey and several European countries.
Come back
To return from a place from he point of view of someone who remais there. (Please come back soon)
Go back
To return to a place from the point of view of the person who moved away. (I'm gonna go back to my college town this weekend)
to make it trough
To surpass some difficulty
To take one step further
To take that one step further, we should inform everyone about the neighborhood watch.
What phrase was used to introduce the idea of broadcasting the steps they are taking?
To take that one step further...
troubleshoot problems
Troubleshooting is the process of diagnosing the source of a problem.
Her academic life does not define her.
Try to anticipate problems. Be proactive.
unoriginal
Turns out, we're terrible unoriginal creatures
Order the project from the most important to least
Use headings to indicate the projects
Some fear a loss of privacy in a digital economy.
A debit purchase is in an electronic format.
The first bronze sculptures appeared in 1904
A figure is seated on a rock, deep in thought.
flock
A group of sheep or poultry
one or two differences
A lot. She knows a thing or two about international law
Ideally, an employee will have reached or even surpassed the benchmark.
A manager's success can be measured by how many employees reach their targets.
Stimulate your curiosity by asking 'what if' questions.
A mind map helps you brainstorm ideas
clay
A natural, earthly material that retains its shape and hardens when fired
Tiebraker
A nega
slugger
A person who throws hard punches (Baseball)
pet project
A project, activity or goal pursued as a personal favorite, rather than because it is generally accepted as necessary or important He used the company to fund his pet projects, maintained a lavish lifestyle complete with private jets and luxury homes.
We have to find a way to boost economic growth.
A property bubble bursting started the recession
Successful employees can be rewarded with vouchers.
A reward should be substantial enough to motivate employees.
A reward should be substantial enough to motivate.
A reward should be substantial enough to motivate.
lull
A short period of calm or a break Every Christmas there is a lull in my healthy eating
Gosh, is that the time? It's getting late.
A: It's a bit cold in here. B: Oh, do you want me to turn on the heating? A: Would you mind?
A: Is there anything I can do? B: Oh, no. Don't worry. It's not a big deal.
A: Please let me help pay for that. B: Absolutely not. It's nothing.
A: You should see my new T-shirt. It's really cool.
A: They do the best pizzas, and it's so cheap.
speaking of which
A: They do the best pizzas, and it's so cheap. B: Really? Speaking of which, are you hungry? Let's get dinner.
A: We have to make sure the local residents know what to watch for in the neighborhood. B: For me, it's also about deciding what actions to take.
A: We'll need to work closely with the police to combat street violence. B: And if I could build on that, it's also critical to involve other city organizations.
I think it's successful from a design standpoint, but it costs almost $5,000.
About 28 bronze replicas have been cast
Timing is everything in a volatile market.
According to my financial advisor, gold is great.
step further
After many attempts to have children fail, they went a step further and started the process to adopt one
I'm sold
After seeing this presentation. I'm sold on this investment - let's do it I wasn't sold on spending our vacations on a cruise. I fancied doing something more adventurous
Listen, I'll make a deal with you. Let's start taking a long walk every morning.
After that, you might even want to start going to the gym. And as far as diet goes, it doesn't have to be all green. I'll help you make some healthier choices.
connotations
All the meanings, associations, or emotions that a word suggests The ad only used words with positive connotations - for example, 'stupendous.
Really, it's fine.
Amanda wanted me to apologize for her.
If It's free It's for me
American saying
Who benches more?
And Like I just said...
I can't thank you enough for all your help
B: Don't mention it.
I'm going to ask you for ideas if I have to. This is a group effort.
By the end of the meeting, I hope we will have come up with some creative ways to improve communication between our teams
By the end of the month, I'll have finished all the research.
By the end of the month, I should have finished all the research.
Let him come along and watch you at work
Can you step away?
Do I go east or west on Main Street?
Can you tell How to get to Mains Street?
Text about commuting
Carol leaned against the wall of the station. It was crowded with commuters, hurrying to their jobs, to their appointments. She couldn't believe how late he was. It was typical for him to be so late, but it still annoyed her. She looked at her cellphone, but there were no texts. Another train pulled in, and when the doors opened, people spilled out. There he was, tall above the crowd. Adam smiled at her
I was reading this magazine and it said that about 750m adults were illiterate
Charitable international reported that individuals account for the majority of donations
The primary problem's communication
Could you be more specific?
Design for products to be mass-produced is called industrial design.
Crafts include quilts, woodworking and pottery.
She's incredibly passionate about her work
Creativity is very important, but so are practical business skills.
well
Deep hole drilled or dug into the ground to reach a reservoir of groundwater Last year, 1,342 donations averaging $8 each added up to 10 new wells in Africa, bringing clean drinking water to thousands.
Imagery
Description that appeals to the senses (sight, sound, smell, touch, taste) I was fascinated by how the author used imagery.
otherwise
Destroying evidence, on purpose or otherwise, will be punished
How's that feel?
Did you ever think that you would get Oscar buzz
Why don't you put your swimsuits on?
Did you get my message?
newcomers
Disney Plus and Apple TV Plus are newcomers to the streaming industry; however, Disney Plus is one of the biggest competitors of the streaming industry ever.
We have the same taste in clothes
Do you want me to shuffle those?
She's tired of working 9-5
Do you work a nine-to-five
resealable bags
Don't forget aluminum foil, plastic wrap, paper towels and resealable bags for leftovers.
I fell and spilled lasagna all over the couch. And the dish is chipped in several places.
Don't worry We can clean it up
It's going to be okay.
Don't worry. It's fine.
bail on me
Don't you dare bail on me
She works for Opus, out of Dubai.
Ela trabalha para a Opus, fora de Dubai.
Performance should be assessed periodically
Employee benchmarks should be realistic
Exit package
Employees expressed anger in a letter to management after learning that Mr. Neumann had received an exit package worth roughly $1 billion.
A manager and employee should work in a collaborative way to set goals.
Employees feel motivated when they're involved in setting their own objectives.
Even supposing
Even supposing they're in the valley, it won't work.
I'm against it unless the city provides bins.
Even supposing we get money, I won't do it.
She was the first to star walking
Even though I did it later that the same day
there is no "I" in team
Expression that servers as a reminders that there's no place for selfish behavior when working
quick rundown
First, a quick rundown of what is and what isn't an insect.
I'll flip you for it.
Flip the coin to make a decision. Heads
center of the storm
For Gucci, a black balaclava jumper was the centre of the storm because the bright red lips looked like blackface which was a form of make-up used to stereotype black people dating back over 200 years.
Beacons
For Ohashi, the machines once served as beacons: "I started this project nine years ago, when I noticed a shiny vending machine near my home as I was coming back from my night shift. "At the time, I was living in a town in the north of Japan that would get hit by terrible blizzards during the winter months. I'd drive my car in (these) conditions and use the light of the vending machines to guide me."
scooch over
For example, if you were sitting on the couch and someone wanted to sit next to you they could tell you to scooch down so they can sit next to you. You guys will scooch, won't you?
Turn up
For objects. 1) To find something. (My keys turned up in my bathroom) 2) Raise the volume. (Turn it up, I love this song) (Turn the volume down)
For the first time ever
For the first time ever, more Americans pay for digital streaming than cable or satellite TV.
Protectionism (defending the domestic industries)
Free trade (importing and exporting w/o tariffs)
The train station Orsay was finished in 1900 for the Paris World Exposition
Frida's paintings are loved by millions of people
scallop
From the side, it is shaped like a scallop, suggesting fortune
undertaker
Funeral director, the one who arranges burials
See you this weekend for tennis?
Give me a call next time you're in town.
It's the tallest building around you can miss it
Go downstairs and take the Red Line
The park is south of Oak Street.
Go west on Second Avenue for three blocks.
How was your flight?
Good, thanks. I little long, but I not too tired
Cloud Gaming
Google joins a growing list of competitors who are betting on cloud gaming.
cashless transaction
Governments around the world can be expected to continue to encourage the trend toward cashless transactions
Ceramics can be pottery made of hardened clay.
Graphic design communicates an idea using words and images.
How's that project you were working on?
Great, It's almost finished.
I'd be interesting in helping out
Great. I'll put your name down
Growth toys has to made a round of staff cuts
Growth toy has to halted (stop,bring or come to an abrupt stop) production
Doesn't she look exactly like her sister?
Guess Who we saw today
Did anyone else see Joker last night?
Harry, haven't you got a pet at home?
Have you seen the yard?
Has she said anything to you?
It was great seeing you again
Have a good journey.
I just don't have any time to spare. I work a lot of overtime.
Have you considered going on a volunteer holiday?
I'd actually look into micro-giving.
Have you considered volunteering with local nonprofits?
I've been trying for 2 days
Have you got a minute?
Have you eaten (Present Perfect)
Have you seen my phone (present perfect)
Anyway
Have you seen that new Tv show?
How long has that been there?
Hey, Where you been?
It is that you've been working for the last 2 hours
Hey. I've been honing
I don't buy into all the recycling claims
His attitude about recycling puts me off.
inspired by
His ceramics are INSPIRED BY his love of birds.
We may be forced to make cuts to headcount.
His company has not really been affected
entirely/completely
Hollywood stars are included in those who have lost their homes due to the blazes and the city of Malibu has been entirely evacuated. A town called Paradise of 30,000 residents has been completely destroyed.
In fact, we have a lot of problems
Homelessness is a problem, not to mention crime
How would describe yourself?
Honestly, that's describes me as well. Right all of my attention is focused on my new job. I prob will spend most of my time in the apartment sleeping
It's anybody guess
How Can we Know?
Let's look at what we have so far
How about a stand-up meeting?
How come?
How come you don't live with mom? How come mom lives with that other lady?
You should have seen him
How come you guys have never played poker with us?
What do you have in mind?
How difficult would it be to...
What reason does the man give for wanting to ask questions?
How does the caller describe himself?
How much is the man asking for rent and utilities?
How does the caller feel about cleaning?
competitiveness
How effectively an organization meets the wants and needs of customers relative to others that offer similar goods or services The primary problem is our competitiveness
I appreciate the sentiment
I appreciate the praise
Was it south or north to Main Street?
I appreciate your help
Is something wrong?
I chipped my glass
willed
I closed my eyes and willed myself away
Forget about it. Let's get on with it.
I completely understand.
You're right about the market, to an extent.
I could be wrong, but it seems to be slowing.
You don't even have cats
I could have cats
coming a mile off
I could see this coming a mile off
Knowing you, I'm not surprised at all.
I could see this coming a mile off.
Did you get to hang out and meet those guys?
I did research for the character. And I got to know everybody on the block. And all let me in their lives
I feel terrible
I didn't mean to hurt you.
catch up on
I didn't sleep well last night. I only got about 5 hours sleep Catch up on the work you've missed
Success doesn't always come easily.
I didn't succeed in the beginning.
I propose that excellent employees get rewarded.
I didn't think we'd have all of these problems
Where is this going?
I don't even know how to do that
I have a broken foot
I don't even wanna hear it
I'll give them credit: It's a unique campaign.
I don't get it when they don't show the product.
How would you feel about a tour of the office?
I don't have a desk or a company computer yet
It seems to me that a retirement plan is the way to go.
I don't know how others see it, but I'm not sure.
Ended up
I ended up telling her everything How'd she take it?
At least let's send them to...
I'd like to propose...
Have you met Nigel before?
I'd like you to meet someone
You want to go grab some nachos? After the show?
I'd love to. I'll see you there
That's not a question that I can answer right now. Can I get back to you?
I'd need to give that some thought before answering
I'd go totally out of my way to buy green products
I'd pay more for it
I'd rather wait
I'd rather not
Well, it's difficult to pinpoint exactly
I'd really need to get that some thought
I'll follow up on the idea of...
I'll also send an email
If the city council has already decided,
I'll be angry.
If the government switches from coal to natural gas,
I'll be happy.
If they have already made the decision
I'll be really angry with they
We should have lunch next week.
I'll drop by your office for a chat.
Unless anyone has anything else, I think we're ready to talk about next steps
I'll follow up on finding a better location for the office.
he process has been easier than I'd imagined.
I've completed the first, but I'm falling behind.
Where else have you done that?
I've done here in LA
I've got to got
I've got English class. But I catch you in the gym
The advertising campaign was on TV and radio.
Ideally, people will make a positive association.
The prices seem a bit high there, don't they?
If I had a car, I'd drive to the store
If I remember correctly,
If I remember correctly, it was over 1 million people.
free press
If a country has a free press, its newspapers, magazines and television and radio stations are able to express any opinions they want, even if these criticize the government and other organisation
holds to you
If a memory hold to you, you never forget it.
reuse
If helps save natural resources if you reuse things
slide over
If it helps I could slide over
If I'd planned more in the beginning, the writing phase would've been smoother.
If only I'd checked with you.
She'll be very angry
If the decision has been made without her
Should (Expectation)
If the flight was on time he should have arrived in London early this morning
Hypothetical statements
If there were no insects, humans would die.
I know that you hate insects, but we really need them.
If there were no insects, humans would die.
I'm going to move if they build wind towers here.
If they have already decided, I'll be angry.
belly up
If things go belly up, they go badly wrong. My uncle's business almost went belly up during the recession
Names
In a photo that Ohashi names as his favorite, the snowy Mount Yotei is pictured behind a vending machine that sits alone in a spot where there used to be two: "The profits were low and one was removed," he said.
Like it or not, everything is connected.
In fact, small changes can have big effects.
If I'd listened to you, it might have worked out.
In hindsight, I should have planned more.
Companies use too much packaging on products.
In my city, we recycle paper, glass and plastic.
This project is essential if we wish to attract a talent team
In my opinion, this project is not a priority to us
In other words,
In other words, Europe became more like one country.
So what you're saying is, I should do it.
In other words, I'd better work harder.
A good manager needs passion. If managers aren't excited about what they're doing, how can we expect the employees to be?
In the end, it's important to remember that a good manager needs to be both persistent and flexible.
So more team building
Increase communication
high-quality graduate
India, with its growing economy, enormous population and national network of technical colleges, is a leading target for U.S. universities seeking high-quality graduate students.
Prices for goods and services have been rising
Inflation has been terrible
We need to find a way to inspire more creativity
Innovation often comes from taking a fresh perspective.
We are unable to leave sooner
It ceases to exist without me
You're right about the investment, to an extent.
It could be me, but this is not a good investment
There are pros and cons. Overall, I support it.
It could help, though nothing's certain.
It really blows me away that they're just not listening. We can't put up with it! (informal)
It disturbs me that they are indifferent to our request. We cannot tolerate it! (formal)
rented out
It has also shrunk the size of some stores and rented out the extra space to companies such as Aldi and Planet Fitness (PLNT). It has also tested concepts like "outfit bars" to draw Millennials. Outfit bars let women shop by "look" for work and social occasions — in one place.
I get that they want to be edgy, but it's awful.
It is a bit out there, but I like it.
Reminds me
It reminds me of another mystery I read.
To be honest, I think it's a scam.
It seems a bit one-sided. (unilateral)
It seems that
It seems that they occur in every single country all over the world
I don't know how others see it, but this could be just a small loss.
It seems to me that a retirement plan is the way to go.
It takes guts to do somenthing
It takes guts to bungee jump I takes effort and patience to learn a foreign language
They made sure I wanted for nothing
It was a very happy childhood
I did reasonably well on the exam.
It was a wonderful feeling to be selected for the position
I think you can learn from failure.
It was an amazing success
My favorite sculpture is called ...
It was finished and opened its doors in 1959.
aproximately
It was found that approximately 750 million adults in the world were illiterate.
Scalable Business Model
Just because a company is newly founded doesn't necessarily make it a startup. Startup companies are entrepreneurial ventures designed to discover if they have a scalable business model.
How much funding does Alzheimer's research get
Just under 500m, I'm not a expert but that sounds inadequate to me
Involve/Rumors/Back and Forth/Coordination/Smoothly
KAREN: You wanted to see me, Mr. Barnes? MR. BARNES: Yes, Karen. Please have a seat. KAREN: Is everything OK? MR. BARNES: Yes, yes. It's just that the coordination between our team here in London and our office in Shanghai isn't going very smoothly. KAREN: That's too bad. To be honest, I have heard some rumors . MR. BARNES: Yeah, I think everyone has, including the CEO and the rest of the New York office. Anyway, I'll be doing some back and forth between here and Shanghai. I'm sorry I have to get you involved , but when I'm out of the office, you'll be in charge . I'd like for us to talk at least once a day so you can keep me informed. I'm sure I'll have some other tasks for you as well. KAREN: No problem. Anything I can do to help. MR. BARNES: Thanks, Karen.
We're going to dance the night away at the after-party.
Keep your eyes open for more details coming soon!
to draw customers / to draw attention
Kohl's innovative strategy to draw customers into its stores won the company praise and fans on Wall Street. But shoppers are going elsewhere, and investors are losing confidence in Kohl's. The complaint is drawing renewed attention to a since-changed DoorDash policy where a customer's tip could be put toward covering the base pay for that customer's delivery person instead of as an above-and-beyond payment as tips are typically intended.
Things didn't start off so well. Security at the front desk didn't have my name. It took me a long time to even get in the building. Once I was in the office, I was still feeling a bit lost. Then I met this really nice project manager, Ann Chambers, and she took the time to give me a tour of the office. I met a lot of people, and everyone was very friendly and welcoming.
Later in the day, I got my desk. It's in a nice section with a big, sunny window. I'll get my new computer tomorrow. And there's a big kitchen nearby with a coffee machine and a big refrigerator. A lot of people bring their lunches. That's great for me because I need to save money for an apartment. Talk to you soon.
Let me conclude by asking you all to
Let me conclude by asking you all to call the mayor to stop the west-side housing. Let me conclude by asking you to call the mayor.
Let's look at this from another angle.
Let me play devil's advocate
Let me play devil's advocate.
Let me play devil's advocate. If we were all vegans, biodiversity would improve.
Let's cut to the chase
Let's cut to the chase. This housing would be built in the wrong place.
Put through the paperwork
Make sure we put through the paper work of Amanda's raise
held equity
Many WeWork employees held equity in the company and were hoping that the I.P.O. would deliver a big financial reward for the long hours they spent trying to turn the company into a new type of real estate giant.
Conservation helps promote biodiversity.
Many animals are in danger of extinction.
When first constructed...
Many were offended by
along
Monica sends her love along with this lasagna
above-and-beyond
More than is required Thus Putting in overtime without pay is above and beyond the call of duty.
The cashless society is gaining momentum
Most governments raise revenue through taxation
biodegrade
Most plastics will never biodegrade
The company benefits from incentivized employees.
Motivated employees set their own objectives.
highly impulsive
Mr. Neumann was highly impulsive — he once banned meat at the company, forcing executives to quickly come up with a rationale for why.
frontman
Mr. Neumann, 40, was the company's charismatic frontman, a towering(tall), hard-partying Israeli with long hair and a penchant(liking,fondness,preference) for leather jackets and tequila.
Your hotel is between a restaurant and a theater.
My apartment building is facing the river
Figure out when you want to retire, then create a retirement plan
My employer provides a pension fund for long-term employees.
We haven't know each other for that long time
My friends are the most important thing on my life
key point
My key point is that the city wants to build the housing in a terrible area. My key point is that this plan is a mistake
I certainly don't regret selling the business and retiring last summer
Neither Do I
You Wanna do this late?
No, I'll just run over and let them know I'll be a few minutes late. Be right back
It wasn't that long ago that I was new here myself.
Não faz muito tempo que eu era novo aqui também
Could you stay behind?
OK, I know we're all busy, so let's conclude this meeting quickly
This has been a very productive meeting. I appreciate all of you being here.
OK, that's it for now. Thank you all for coming.
The first item on the agenda is a company update from the CEO.
OK. Let's begin with item number one, the company update
B: I'm here for the conference. I imagine that you are too
OM: Yes, here for five days. Say, have you met Carol yet? She's my business partner
Forgetting where the car was parked
Of course, the dinner was everything we expected and more. The service was impeccable, the meal was scrumptious and the dessert was elegant. Slowly , we left the restaurant in the dark, headed back to my mom's car. 'Wasn't it up this street?' 'Really, I thought it was the other direction.' We looked at each other dumbfounded. We were completely turned around and mystified about where the car was. We knew it was about four blocks from the restaurant, but after a few tries, all of the streets looked the same and we were retracing our steps. We thought of turning on the car alarm but decided that wouldn't be a polite thing to do in a quiet, residential area on a Sunday evening. We began to wonder if it had been stolen. After about 20 minutes of searching, feeling more and more desperate, we found it. We laughed and giggled like two children who had just escaped a scary situation
Can't you see it's all just a way to scam you?
Of course, they would say that!
When someone gives you a gift
Oh, You shouldn't have
The email you sent. Has anyone else seen it?
Other agencies might have stumbled upon this
ride-hailing
Other high-flying start-ups, including the ride-hailing companies Uber and Lyft, have also struggled this year, and their share prices have fallen sharply after their stock market debuts.
Are Pien and her neighbors' needs being met?
Ours needs are not being met
rimmed (aros)
Outer circular edge I set it on a rimmed baking sheet,
I'm halfway
Over the last 50 workouts I have noticed my shoulder and neck pain have almost completely gone away. I was hit by a drunker drive in 2017 and never thought I would live a day without pain.
What does this person not want?
Partiers
disruption
Parts of North-eastern America are experiencing the first snowfall of the season which has caused travel disruptions and closed schools. Some areas have had up to six inches (15 centimetres) of snow fall last week.
Has anyone else got something to add?
Paul, you went to France last year, didn't you?
struck a deal
PayPal has struck a deal to acquire Honey, a shopping platform that offers online shoppers discounts and rewards, for $4 billion, according to a release Wednesday.
contenders
People competing for a championship or high honor are contenders for the best picture Oscar at the coming Academy Awards. They will mostly be viewed on TV sets and mobile devices because of limited theatrical runs.
I truly believe that each and every person is able to change others' lives.
People out there are untiringly fighting the battle against poverty.
towards
People say that he thought that Indians were less than the British people. He also had negative views towards working people and women.
Separatists
People who wanted to have a separate, or different church. Also known as Pilgrims. [ sep-er-uh-tist]
You might want to think about calling the tutor
Perhaps, that's not the best way to do it
Scalability
Refers to how well a system can adapt to increased demands (ˌskeɪləˈbɪlɪtɪ)
Sadly, the government's plan to build a dam will hurt the environment, so we have to stop it. (informal)
Regrettably, the government's initiative to construct a dam will damage the environment. Therefore, we must stop it. (formal)
How did you managed to do that?
Rephrasing : How did you pull that off?
as long as (desde que)
Separating our waste is great as long as they give us special bins
He cautiously walked across the ledge.
She anxiously messed with her hair as she waited
bail on
She bailed. I can't believe you bailed on me and I had to watch the movie alone.
Why did Ann offer to give Carl a tour?
She had a little time
forefront
She is at the forefront of environmental issues.
back up
She might be wrong, but she's my wife so I gonna back her up. Ross, back me up here
reach over
She reaches over and gets some fries
I wish I had accepted the job.
She regrets that she didn't accept the position.
slap/smack
She slapped him across the face A smack is a lighter hit than a slap She never smacks her children I smack my head on the roof at the car when I hit a bump. (lombada)
enthusiasm
She was enthusiastic about the opportunity to present the project
I don't have any doubts or regrets about my decision.
She was replaced because her department was a mess.
You should have come You ought to have come
She was so angry
He'll be travelling all next month
She will be managing the office next week
deal breaker
She would leave work at 5 p.m. to tour apartments, sometimes forgetting to take pictures for the others or check for deal-breakers.
tour apartments
She would leave work at 5 p.m. to tour apartments, sometimes forgetting to take pictures for the others or check for deal-breakers.
We'll split the rent and utilities
She's always partying ans isn't very mature
making eyes at
She's been making eyes at him all day
How do I look?
She's checking her coat
I'll be doing some back and forth between here and Mexico
She's going to be running the office while he's away.
He likes being outside his comfort zone
She's looking for a fresh perspective
Good management requires flexibility. Inflexible managers rarely succeed.
She's not overly critical. Because of that, employees feel free to speak up without being judged
open and straightforward
She's very straight forward. If she doesn't like you, she'll let you know right away
We brought wine
Sit down and we'll get you some glasses
second tier cities
Smaller cities and suburbs of major cities that offer the meeting planner an attractive location and at the same time provide less costly accommodations and transportation.
They have decided to move quickly
Smart move!
They took that away from me
So I stopped dreaming
And with any luck, I won't have to do the rest of the work
So I'll have finished the research by the end of June?
up to that point
So up to that point, you won't have done any major checks on your work?
so?
So what? She might tell someone. So? No one will believe her
Let's say, just for argument's sake, bees all die
So you've become a vegan? Why?
I just doubt I'll be able to do it by then
So, I'll have finished the plan and the research by June 1st?
The idea of cashless societies has been gaining momentum
Some people say the idea of a completely cashless society is still far-fetched.
incident
Something that happens in real life or in a story; an event, often of little importance. The report examined 41 incidents of school attacks between 2008 and 2017.
Larry can you come by?
Something weird's going on with my computer
That's rock solid?
Soon as we shake hands
What are you listening to?
Sorry, I'll turn it down. Can I listen? My ears are clean, I promise. It helps me relax Long day?
Hey, Are you there?
Sound windy, Whre are you?
nail down
Succeed in getting, achieve. Mr. Neumann and his board met at the Midtown Manhattan offices of JPMorgan to nail down the management shake-up, according to two people familiar with the meeting.
Jilted
Suddenly rejected or abandoned Europcar jilted us by failing to honor our rental car reservation.
Would you like us to call you a taxi?
Sure, that'd be great
Right. Anyway, what other business is there?
Sure. On that note, I think we're leaving.
According to Dr. Jennifer Angstrom, the government has too much power.
Surprisingly, many consumers are not concerned about a loss of privacy.
sustainable
Sustainable practices help the environment
ROB: Hi, Tom. Nice to see you. It's been ages
TOM: Yes, it's been a long time. What brings you to Los Angeles?
cleansing
Take a nice deep cleansing breath
Okay, say no more
Takes guts to bring this up
There are some people I'd like you to meet.
Tem algumas pessoas que eu gostaria que você conhecesse.
It has cut pretty deep.
Tem sido um corte bem profundo.
This has been a very productive meeting
Thank you all for coming
Does everyone have an agenda? As you can see, we have three items to discuss today.
Thank you all for coming today. I know how busy you all are.
Okay, that's it for now.
Thank you all for coming.
Thanks for the great dinner
Thanks again, bye
That's a good start. Now, let's come up with a few more
Thanks creatively and out of the box
How was your flight?
Thanks for coming such a long way.
come by
Thanks, for come by
i laughed so hard
That I cried
I'll definitely say so
That does certainly seem to be the case
It's making people's life difficult.
That does certainly seem to be the case. And I'd like to add that, with graffiti everywhere and things broken on the street, the impression will be that the area is neglected.
I found out today
That he is sleeping over the books
The TV ad was quite thought-provoking.
The ad used words with positive connotations.
bipartisan agreement
The adjective bipartisan can refer to any bill, act, resolution, or other political act in which both of the two major political parties agree about all or many parts of a political choice
I'd like to have done it all by mid-June.
The aim is to have done it all by the end of June.
This house needs some cleaning.
The furniture is super dusty
Injection of capital
The government is planning an injection of capital to stimulate growth
However, further unfavorable events have forced the board to consider deeper changes.
The government's decision to raise corporate taxes will squeeze our profit margins and mean higher costs for our existing real estate and our expansion plans.
The sculpture gives me a feeling of power
The graphic design CONVEYS a sense of playfulness.
pat
The lightly touch someone with your hand to show affection or approval She patted the kid on the head Pat on the back You've done a great job and you deserve a pat on the back Delicious dinner give yourself a pat on the back
The most valuable thing about
The most valuable thing about conservation is the preservation of biodiversity.
Every period of history in every culture has a distinct architecture
The museum is housed in...
Good times, bad times
The natural state of the global economy is a cycle of expansion and contraction. When the global economy slows, for example, everyone grows more cautious. Individuals and businesses become reluctant to spend money. Families turn to saving for a rainy day, banks lend less money, and governments make fewer investments in large infrastructure projects. Confidence drops. Consequently, demand for goods and services falls. Demand for exports from huge manufacturing economies goes down, and this, in turn, means that stock prices of companies plummet. This is in contrast to boom years, when consumers' appetite for everything, from housing to smartphones, seems insatiable.
Do team-building exercises improve morale?
The negotiations are off to a good start.
goes as planned
The negotiations went as planned. If everything goes as planned. I'll graduate from university this spring.
Referendum
The new constitution will go to a public referendum and, it will take effect within two years.
in the region of
The population of homeless people was in the region of 0.6 million to 0.7 million in 2013.
allure
The power to attract or charm They probably need to slow We's expansion to allay fears about its finances, but not so much that the company loses its allure as a turbocharged business.
What are good qualities of bonds?
The prices are quite stable You can guarantee returns
A huge challenge for me is..
The primary problem is a difference in management style
population explosion
The rapid growth of the world's human population during the past century, attended by ever-shorter doubling times and accelerating rates of increase The population explosion is out of control. There are too many humans.
Ever have to fire anyone?
The reason I called you in here today was...
Disciplinary problems
The report summarized that most students who performed the attacks were victims of bullying, had disciplinary problems
Who would benefit from speed humps?
The seniors
Mazo's new products threaten our profits
The software completely protects against viruses.
Whatever you've done before me
The sooner we start the sooner we finish
These stocks are too risky. I need something a little more conservative
The stock market is volatile now. It's going up and down a lot.
They are clearly against the idea
The strongly support the idea
Many high-tech companies were started during the early 2000s
The term startup became widespread during the dot-com bubble.
His strong body conveys (express) his physical power
The themes are contemplation and determination.
Pollination
The transfer of pollen from male reproductive structures to female reproductive structures in plants The most valuable thing about bees is pollination.
Growth is up! Plus, unemployment's down!
The truth is, it didn't make sense to me.
express
The vibrant colors EXPRESS the artist's enthusiasm for life.
freedom of expression and speech
The vice president of the university´s student union said that the students did it to defend their rights to freedom of expression and speech.
narrow it down
The weeding catter sent me the this list of 12 appetizer and I have to narrow it down to 6. How do you narrow it down to one? I'll have to go favorite movies seen in the last week
He stood apart while the other members of the team celebrated
Their children were born two year apart
Even if (mesmo se)
There will still be pollution even if we switch to natural gas.
May we could get together later
There you go
I've got no doubt about it.
There's an air of inevitability.
Why have I never tasted these before?
These are the best cookies I've ever had.
It really gets on my nerves when it's not clear
These guys consistently come up with great ads.
sunlight
They all wanted some sunlight and big-enough bedrooms. And the bathroom had to be clean, with storage capacity.
Who are they?
They are lovers? If you want to put a label on it
Our team lack new ideas
They are thinking the same old way to solve the problems
I love it already
They light it up all night long
The were nooding along nice
They literally didn't hear anything the guy was saying
Companies might need to freeze project pipelines.
They might have to put a cap on salary increases
Are you planning on making an investment in the company?
They need to discover if they have a scalable business model
Thanks for the warm welcome!
They received the exchange student with a warm welcome
I'll give them credit: It's a truly thought-provoking commercial
They seem to have a knack for funny, offbeat campaigns.
I hate the way they repeat the same commercials.
They seem to have a knack for humorous ads.
My wife and I are unhappy when we're apart
They separated and have been living apart for the past year
This is still pretty hot
They won't be all like this
You're a rare breed nowadays
They won't come up with anything in time for Majority. We're focusing on quality of life
That's what they want you to think.
They'll say anything to get you to sign up.
I'm calling about your room mate ad you posted.
We are about the tenth person who's called
BLAST
We are having a blast
The purpose of today's meeting is to discuss the CFO's resignation and her replacement
We are here because a competitor has proposed a merger with our company.
Natural resources
We are trying to exploit natural resources like oil without environmental damage
relatively
We believe that the tariffs are relatively high. [ rel-uh-tiv-lee ]
I don't really know where to start. There are so many donation options
We can start by think about which causes we want to help the most
We took a stand
We can't turn back now
Win huge prizes in a special raffle!
We can't wait!
We have to put more though into it
We could elect a key person for each department
Do you think that with more competition you'll make any changes?
We might need to put a cap on salary increases
So how have you handled the slowdown?
We've been forced to halt production
How's your job going?
We've been making a lot of progress
It's hit the company pretty hard, to be honest.
We've not been affected that much, funnily enough.
locked in
Well decided It seems pretty locked in.
What do you do for a living?
Well, For the past few years I....
It could be me, but I don't think that's the best idea right now.
Well, I could be wrong, but the markets are just too volatile.
So, How do yo know Fernanda?
Well, We first met at college in Brazil about 20 years ago now. So you're good friend then? Yes, definetely
the way I see it
Well, the way I see it, you just need to wait.
How much will this cost?
What will we do?
You'll have a ball once the party's in full swing!
You can eat to your heart's content at the open buffet.
look up
You can look up online and see what you're into
onsite volunteer work
You can spend your annual leave traveling to a place in need and participate in onsite volunteer work.
Try participating in onsite volunteer work.
You can sponsor a child's education.
She said You haven't talked in years
You guys, just don't get along?
What have we learned so far?
You scared the crap out of me.
Happens to everyone
You shouldn't feel blue about it. It happens to everyone.
You still haven't told that girl she doesn't have a job?
You still haven't taken down the cristimas lights
Sorry , I was so hard on you before
You were the one who got him back
What are you looking at me for?
You would have like it
You've got to help me
You'll have to get that animal out of here
reduce
[ ri-dyoos ]
it took
__________ all my strength to move the big rock.
it took
__________ us three hours to do all the washing up after the party.
coup
a brilliantly executed plan some call it a coup, others say it's a path to restoring democracy
spinoff
a byproduct or incidental result of a larger project. "the commercial spin-off from defense research" These giant movies also create value through merchandise and spinoff theme park rides.
hiatus
a gap, opening, break I studied English in the high school, but after that I took a long hiatus A lot of times TV shows will go on hiatus. You will have to wait to watch the next season
trend
a general direction in which something is developing or changing called it an "inexplicable change in trend."
train of thought
a linked series of thoughts in your head at one time Why I always lose the train of thought?
mainstay
a person or thing on which something else is based or depends. Vending machines are a mainstay of Japanese culture.
settlers
a person who goes to live in a new place where usually there are few or no people Spanish settlers
butcher
a person who slaughters or dresses meat for market You Americans always butches the French language
a leftist - a rightist
a person who supports the political views or policies of the left/right Morales became president in 2006, at the height of the so-called pink tide, when leftist presidents were winning elections across the region
literate / illiterate
able to read and write/ not able to read and write
aknowledge
admit to be true She won't acknowledge that there's a problem
whatsoever
all I have no doubts whatsoever
around the clock
all day and all night The priceless jewels were guarded around the clock I worked around the clock
bloodline
all the members of a family group over generations Tabbone was amazed at finding that her bloodline lives on in its original place.
cut it close
almost miss something or almost be in danger Cutting it pretty close Frank
even though
although
what say you
and I give it another shot
jock
athlete Maybe is that jock thing
clunky
awkwardly solid, heavy, and outdated. Stadia succeeds in delivering a console-quality experience without clunky, space-consuming hardware
catching up
becoming equal, coming closer "Any company that doesn't have history in any one of those pillars — they have a lot of catching up to do," he said.
attention-seeking
behaving in a way that draws attention to others I hated the way they used intentionally shocking images. It was just attention-seeking.
to smack into
bump into Did they run smack into the language barrier?
saddled
burdened, weighed down, encumbered Under its former chief executive and co-founder, Adam Neumann, WeWork went on a frantic expansion that saddled the company with large losses.
ablaze
burning fiercely Twitter was ablaze with criticism over a white pair of shoes made to celebrate Black History Month.
searing pain
burning pain I had a searing pain in my left eye
blazes
burns strongly
Thanks for the offer
but I'll pass. I've already done this before. So, I'll pass the tutorial
It might have been at first
but by now, I'm comfortable with the whole situation
He didn't get the promotion,
but he's surprisingly upbeat about it. (optimistic/cheerful/positive/confident)
I've been calling you
but it turns out I had your number wrong, when I finally got the right one there was no answer
I'm not totally fluent in Spanish, you know
but it's kind of similar to Portuguese, they aren't exactly the same nut they have kind of similar grammatical structures, you know?
Rosa has tried to climb this tower twice before
but she has never made it to the top
They made some risky investments
but they got away with it
load up on
consume a lot of something for a particular purpose We just load up on those. Let's load up on snacks
underway
continuing, in progress, already commenced "There is no search for another chief executive either underway or planned."
restrained
controlled, repressed, restricted Unlike his fellow competitor Ronaldo, Messi has a more restrained and introverted personality
main business
core business WeWork's main business is leasing office space, fixing it up and then subletting the space to individuals and companies.
chipped
cut or broke off small, thin pieces of something I was putting down my glass, and I chipped it.
The layoffs have
cut pretty deep with everyone
breakneck
dangerously or extremely fast WeWork expanded with breakneck speed in recent years, putting co-working locations in dozens of countries and becoming the largest commercial tenant in Manhattan.
beloved
dearly loved He could have left the office at the end of almost 14 years of power and remained a Beloved figure for most Bolivians
earnestness
deep sincerity or seriousness I like Lucy but she's to young and distracted. I think Jenny would be a more serious suitable babysitter because she seems more earnest and dedicated.
despondent
depressed; disheartened, discourage "she grew more and more despondent"
anyway
despite something that has been stated before A: So their new product comes out next week. B: Uh-huh? Interesting. Anyway, what other business do we have?
even so
despite what has just been said "not the most exciting of places, but even so I was having a good time"
work up
develop, increase It took him ten years to work up to the position of general manager. I went for a walk to work up an appetite for breakfast. You can't chalk his bad work up to lack of trying. She went for a long walk to work up an appetite.
mind map
diagram for the brain, brainstorm techinque
woozy
dizzy or unsteady, dazzed
all-powerful ruler
emperor Few people anymore want an all-powerful ruler. Nobody, no matter how charismatic, skilled or even beloved, gets to keep power forever.
puzzling situation or person
enigma
adequate
enough, sufficient And on a global scale, operating sustainably helps ensure that all businesses have adequate resources to operate in the future.
tightrope walker
equilibrist
estimate
es-tuh-meyt;
display
exhibit During a courtship display , a male peacock erects his tail and creates a huge sort of hemisphere
reckon
expect, believe, or suppose I reckon we should pay loads of attention to this, as we want the best team.
tentative
experimental in nature; uncertain, hesitant That car is really tentative, she still runs away when we walk by
there,there
expression of comfort. "There, there. Everything's going to be OK."
famished
extremely hungry I'm famished. What do I want? Please God, Don't let it be Kung Pao Chicken
a level playing field
fair situation The two countries have different levels of tariffs, so it's not a level playing field. The two countries have different levels of tariffs. Therefore, it's not a level playing field.
lay off
fire, discharge,dismiss, usually for economic reasons. WeWork said on Thursday that it was laying off 2,400 employees around the world, weeks after huge losses at the co-working company brought it close to financial collapse.
outsize personality
flamboyant, ostentatious,exuberant,confident Adam Neumann turned WeWork into one of the most valuable start-ups in the world largely through the force of his outsize personality. He persuaded investors to give him billions of dollars and employees to believe that the shared-office company was changing the world.
freak out
flip out
ahead
front We have some hard work ahead of us The polls show that he is ahead of the other candidates. The company is working hard to stay one step ahead of the competition.
seize the opportunity
grab the chance Netflix paved the way for the other competitors and Disney seized this opportunity.
dumbfounded
greatly astonish or amaze We looked at each other dumbfounded
dilligent
hardworking, industrious, not lazy He is a diligent worker with a ton of attention for detail.
perceptive
having or showing sensitive insight. "an extraordinarily perceptive account of their relationship"
out of sorts
in a bad mood I'm out of sorts today
innate
inborn; natural To sum up, I believe CSR should be an innate part of business operations
box office
income from ticket sales Who has more box office success? Arnold or stalone?
sketchy
incomplete, inadequate, limited not thorough or detailed. "the information they had was sketchy" INFORMAL•NORTH AMERICAN dishonest or disreputable. "once the story does come out, the fact that you tried to hide it will seem sketchy"
jarring
incongruous in a striking or shocking way; clashing How does that happen? It's so jarring
president-elect
individual who is elected president but has not yet begun serving his or her term
underdeveloped
insufficiently developed because of a lack of capital and trained personnel for exploiting natural resources; backward; behindhand
deceptive
intending to mislead or trick This practice was deceptive, as any reasonable consumer would have expected that the amount they chose to tip would increase a worker's pay and be provided to workers on top of DoorDash's promised payment,
heighten
intensify, increase, raise 'Spending too much too soon on unproven business models only heightens the risk that a company's race for global domination can become a race to oblivion,"
twists and turns (of a plot)
intricate or convoluted dealings or circumstances. "the twists and turns of her political career" : surprising changes It's hard to follow all the twists and turns of the plot. 2 : curves and frequent changes of direction The road through the mountains has many twists and turns.
hands-on
involved in something, not letting other people do all the work You can also donate your time and energy in more hands-on ways
so yesterday
is someone or something that is forgotten, outdated, and no longer needed. It is no longer part of your continuing life nor part of your future plans.
The animal hospital
is way cross town
snapped shut
it closes quickly with a sudden sharp sound Me eyes just snapped shut and it started tearing up
If they put wind towers in the hills,
it might be ugly.
I had though
it would be uplifting , but it was depressing
blue collar jobs
jobs that require physical labor in industry
evaluated
judged, examined "i" + "VAL" + "yoo" + "ayt" + "id"
sort of
kind of
clunky
lacking grace in movement or posture 1awkwardly solid, heavy, and outdated. "even last year's laptops look clunky" 2. making a clunking sound. "clunky conveyor belts"
Drawing branches helps you visualize connections.
let them work at home once a week
in the cards
likely to happen This had been in the cards for some time now. Well, it has been in the cards.
self-regard
liking yourself in spite of your flaws He had never lost an election, and was growing steadily more powerful, his self-regard expanding in tandem.
job hunting
looking for a job
The building is
made mostly of glass
win over
persuade, conciliate, convince The management shake-up is the most significant step the company has taken to win over Wall Street after the botched initial public offering and signals that power may be swinging away from the founders of fast-growing businesses toward investors.
impoverished
poor, in a state of poverty; depleted The dictator enriched himself but impoverished his people. Poor farming practices impoverished the soil
feasible
possible, able to be done Is is not feasible to me to play in the NHL. I haven't practice enough to play professional hockey
put off
postpone, delay, hold back to a later time,. We've put off the field trip until next week
hitch
problem Of course, no journey goes by without a hitch.
set aside
save for a special purpose I've been trying to set aside more time but I'm finding it difficult
chanted
say or shout repeatedly in a singsong tone. During the ceremony, students chanted and held banners which called for the government to react to the protesters´ demands. These demands include the right to vote and independent police.
and on that note
say when you introduce a topic and then go on to talk about it A: I am so tired. B: Mmm. Me too. And on that note, I think we're going to leave
take it from me
trust me Take it from me, someone who is disorganized and a little chaotic.
work towards
try hard to achieve He was working toward a position with the new company. She was working toward a law degree when the accident happened. The turtle worked toward the water despite the hot sun.
up in the air
undecided, uncertain It's all a bit up in the air.
under strain
under pressure Having to do too much She has been under a lot of strain lately He is holding up under the strain
dicey
unpredictable and potentially dangerous His drive home was dicey because he drank too much alcohol
for no apparent reason
without an obvious reason This guy is helping you for no apparent reason?
relentlessly
without stopping Are you really doing your best work, or can you do better? Don't beat yourself up by focusing relentlessly on the negatives, but assess your performance honestly and clear-sightedly. What can you improve?
non-stop
without stopping, continuous The snow fell non-stop for 24 hours
helplessly
without the ability to do anything I nodded, standing helplessly between them.
sight unseen
without the opportunity to look at the object in question beforehand. "they bought their computers sight unseen through the mail" "I had broken my ankle. I bought the house sight unseen".
Break down
1) Make something smaller. (Let's break down this stick) 2) Explain something in details. (Let's break down the grammar of this sentence) (Can you please break this down?)
Pull up
1) Open a file on the computer. (Can you pull up that picture?) 2) To drive to a point and stop, short distance. (Pull up to the window please, drivetrhu).
Take over
1) To completely control something. (My job is taking over my life)
Catch up
1) To get the latest information. (Let's geat a coffee and catch up) 2) To get in the same place in a competition. (Team A caught up to team B)
Bring up
1) To introduce a topic for discussion. (Our manager brought up our new product performance at the meeting)
Put down
1) To move something you are holding to a rest position. (Put down the phone) 2) Discourage or Bully someone, putting someone down. (Don't put down your classmates)
Hold up
1) To raise something high. (I hold up my phone) 2) To cause a delay. (A delay held up the project) (An accident held up the train) (The hurricane held up the flight)
Pick up
1) To take something from a low place and move it to high Place. (To pick up the phone) 2) To collect someone or something. (Can you pick me up from the airport?)
Put up
1) To tolerate something, to stand something, negative thing. (I don't put up with rude behavior) ( This pain is difficult to me to put up with) 2)To decorate. (Let's put up Halloween decorations)
Shut Down
1) To turn off. computer. 2) To reject, refused. (I asked for a raise and my boss shut me down)
Check out
1)To pay for items at a store. (I would like to check out please) 2) To look at something usually NEW.(Let's check out the new restaurant). (Let's go and look around an try that new restaurant)
A: Have you met Sara before? B: No, I don't think so. A: You'll like her. You're both into art.
A: Hey, there's someone I'd like you to meet. B: Oh, really? I'm not sure I ... A: Don't worry. She's also a lawyer, so you have something in common.
A: How would you describe yourself?
B: I'm a bit of a workaholic. I don't socialize much.
A: What do you do for a living?
B: I'm a professional florist. I do a lot of weddings
A: I'm trying to get to Main Avenue and Ninth Street.
B: No problem. I can direct you.
A: Do you mind if I ask you a few questions?
B: No, that sounds good. Go ahead.
A: You and I sound like a good match. Let's meet face to face
B: That sounds like a great idea!
A: How would you feel about a quick tour of the office?
B: That would be great. Thank you so much
A: Are you comfortable with splitting the rent and utilities?
B: That's what I was hoping for. (Era isso que eu procurava)
A: Is there anything I can help you with? You look a bit lost.
B: This is my first day in the office. I am a little lost.
He visits the office about twice a year.
Ele visita o escritório umas duas vezes por ano.
We've known each other for about 10 years
He's (has) been working on a project in Japan
He has been working in Argentina
I've been working in Argentina
Thanks for coming such a long way
It's really no problem
A: Hello? B: Hi. I'm calling about the roommate ad you posted.
Oi. Estou ligando sobre o anúncio que você publicou.
north (N), south (S), east (E) e west (W)
The airport is on the north side of the city.
The subway stop is on the corner of Second and Oak Street
The building is facing the park.
Why did Carl have trouble with building security?
The didn't have his name
We've worked together since 2001.
They've been working on a project in Japan.
Look up
To check information, to research. (Please look up the definition)
Turn out
To end or to Finish. The end of something finished. (Our event turned out great). (My birthday part turned out just fine)
End up
To finally be in a situation or a place. Like a challenge and finally we finished this situation. (Last night We end up taking a taxi home).
Move on
To go to the next thing, usually in a list or sequence. I'am going to move on to the next part of the lesson.
That's sounds like a really great idea
We sound like a good match
We first met back in college, 20 years ago.
We used to work together at Upslot.
I'm always around
You can't leave anything in the fridge overnight or they'll trow it away
It wasn't that long ago that I was new here.
You can't leave anything in the fridge overnight.
What can the new roommate not do?
You get a private bathroom but we share a bathroom
Carla also works in marketing
You'll lie her, you're both into film
not cutting it
not a desired level His song isn't going to cut it This isn't going to cut it This food isn't going to cut it
It's a nice section
with a big sunny window
Like it or not
Like it or not, everything is connected.
Just bring him to the table
No, he is a troublemaker
Who will present information on the merger financials?
Let's have an open discussion
First time in Rio. Did you have fun there?
Yes I loved it so much. It's a beach town
checked
"CHEKT"
completed
"kuhm" + "PLEET" + "id"
devious
"they arrived at the town by a devious route"
keep at someone
1. To continue trying to do or achieve something, especially after initial failures or setbacks. Often used an imperative, especially in the phrase "keep at it." We just need to keep at him
dodge (esquivar)
1. to move quickly and suddenly to one side in order to avoid someone or something 2. to avoid doing something, especially in a dishonest way Despite Kohl's attempts to reinvent itself to adapt to sweeping changes in the retail industry, the company still can't dodge intense pressures on department stores from Amazon
Let's look at this from another angle
Let's look at this from another angle. What do tigers do for me?
What will Paul do on Friday?
Let's not leave it so long next time.
Let's say, just for argument's sake
Let's say, just for argument's sake, we increased spending on conservation.
A drawing is usually done with pen, pencil or charcoal.
A sculpture is often made of stone or metal.
milestone
A significant point or event in a project, program, or portfolio. An important event Merck´s offical said that the new vaccine is a historic milestone that the whole world can be proud of.
wall display
A woman leaned against a Wall Display, which then fell over onto two paintings. The paintings were valuable and the fall badly damaged them.
Right. Sure. So
A: And I told her she shouldn't talk like that to a colleague. B: Right. Sure. So, what are we going to do?
A: I'm under a lot of pressure right now B: You mean, due to the integration of the two companies? A: Yes. I'm afraid that if I don't do my job well, they'll replace me.
A: Congratulations on your promotion! B: Thanks, but no need to congratulate me. It just means more work
What does a slowdown mean for companies and staff?
An event like a global slowdown is out of any single company's control, no matter how large the company. If demand for goods or services falls and investment dries up, businesses have to deal with the results. The impact of such events will likely force companies to downgrade their profit forecasts, and that's just the start. Corporate boards of directors may force executives to make drastic changes to cut expenses. Companies can choose to freeze their project pipelines, put a cap on salary increases, make rounds of cuts to their headcount, or even severely curtail production. They can then slash prices to clear product inventories and cut overhead on storage.
leeway
An extra amount of time or space that allows some freedom oftbank's chief executive, Masayoshi Son, has given founders of those businesses wide leeway and has looked the other way at excesses until investors in the public markets push back.
underwriter
An insurer employee who evaluates applicants for insurance, selects those that are acceptable to the insurer, prices coverage, and determines policy terms and conditions.
positive attitude
An outlook that focuses on the good side of things Nevertheless, many people have positive attitudes towards Churchill. We are allowed to question him because, thanks to him, many of us are not under the rule of a dictatorship and it is his greatest achievement.
It seems a bit unrealistic. I'm not sure you can get balanced, proper nutrition just eating green things.
And everything I've read says that a truly healthy plan requires both diet and exercise. To be honest, I think it's a scam .
On top of that
And on top of that, we might want to start a neighborhood watch
It's a good idea, but how about the cost?
Another option would be to postpone it.
I'm not sure that would work.
Another option would be to redesign it.
Another way to look at it is
Another way to look at it is that we need elephants and pandas.
You could argue that insects aren't important.
Another way to look at it is that we need insects.
I didn't mean to hurt you
At least, let me pay for it
A: Sure, that's nice. Anyway, Janine, how was Bali?
B: It was fantastic. Great weather, friendly people!
A: Uh-huh? So, Paul, what was the Italian restaurant like?
B: It wasn't that good. The fish wasn't fresh. Service was bad
A: How are you getting home?
B: Uh, I'm gonna drive. A: Really? I live on Elm Avenue. Is that near you?
A: Do you regret turning down the job?
B: Yes, I do have some doubts
So, How do yo know Fernanda?
Beijin, What were you doing there?
beside this
Besides this, American citizens are recommended not to travel to Bolivia.
The company is recognized for ensuring fair benefits for its staff.
Better benefits lead to less turnover and higher productivity.
As I am sure you are aware
Big Company has been working hard to minimize the impact of the economic slowdown since the beginning of the financial year.
They say it will raise revenues.
Both growth and employment are suffering
The policy is to exploit more natural resources
Both unemployment and debt are increasing
Where'd you grow up?
Brazil, just like you
as long as
Brazilian companies spent four times as long preparing their taxes as Latin american peers.
breach of protocol
Break social rules
innit
British slang for "isn't it"
key backers
But he did so after he lost the support of some of his key backers, including SoftBank, the Japanese technology giant, which is WeWork's biggest outside investor.
They have got to protect domestic industries!
Can you believe that the tariff is 40%?
Am I the only one who thinks it's quite thought-provoking?
Can you figure out what the product is, or is it just me?
I gotta see that again
Can you play that again?
I'll even let you ring the bell
Can you see my nipples through this shirt?
It's an attempt to manipulate public perceptions.
Companies want to maintain a positive public image.
expend
Consume Lately, I fell expended at the end of the day. Having a toddler is tiring.
give back
Critics may argue that it's too expensive for a company to give back to the public
The global economy has a number of regional trade agreements.
Customs duties were reduced in an effort to facilitate trade.
The party will be bursting with fun and games!
Dance the night away!
I can sponsor one child, but there are still so many out there in need.
Every bit counts
How did I end up here in Panama?
Every day obediently going to work, and never leaving a mark
I'm more than willing to transform the company into one that benefits not only the stakeholder but also the general public.
Every single day, we're changing the world little by little
It was a great weeding
Everyone enjoyed themselves. So much fun
Everything he said made a lot of sense to me.
Everything she said seemed very reasonable.
The following verbs end with a "T" sound.
Example: ask, asked = ask(T) asked, baked, brushed, cooked, cracked, crashed, danced, dressed, dropped, escaped, finished, fixed, guessed, helped, hoped, hiked, joked, jumped, knocked, kissed, laughed, locked, looked, missed, mixed, packed, passed, picked, pressed, pushed, pronounced, relaxed, slipped, smoked, stopped, shopped, talked, typed, walked, washed, watched worked
We just don't happen to know any women who play poker
He can get really compettive
The board has decided to hire him. Finally
He decided the merger didn't make sense.
fell left out
He fell left out when his friends didn't invite him to the party
He sees both sides of the issue
He finds it a little surprise
I've done that/ I've never done that
He got to the newspaper before I did and peed all over the crossword
What does Peter mean by 'I've been there before'?
He has had the same experience as Josh
lifetime
He has spent a lifetime studying the stars
I couldn't sleep all night
He is very talented, I get along with him very well
Why did Ann talk to Carl?
He looked a bit lost
The project will raise revenues.
He made a lot of promises.
It will help revenue. Moreover, it will cut debt
He made his points. In general, I disagree.
To be honest, what he said made a lot of sense to me.
He made promises on the environment. However, he seems to have forgotten all about that.
pull something on someone
He pulled the popcorn trick on me
I'm gonna stop you right there
He ran, and he just ended his campaign like last week
I don't see how he can claim what he said.
He said the policy would create jobs.
undo
He vowed to undo centuries of exploitation, racism and inequality, and to a large extent he kept his word. His policies slashed (cut with a sharp blade) poverty and brought economic growth. But even his strongest supporters gradually grew concerned over his excessive attachment to power.
Why does the man say, 'I hope things pick up'?
He wants the economy to improve
know-it-all / smart alec / wise guy / smarty pants
He was kind of know-it-all who liked to talk with a lot of authority on different subjects. He was talking like a smart-alec and acting like if he had everything under control. He has a reputation for being a wise guy. Don't be such a smart pants. You don't know everything.
Go over to someone
He went over to the police officer to ask him for directions
nutsy
He's really nutsy about you
Is the person agreeing or disagreeing?
Her arguments on the economy were persuasive.
His company's competitors have been badly affected
Her company in India is okay, despite the fact that demand for exports has slowed down
Would it be to weird?
Hey, Want to come over and join us?
Getting back to my point, I think a merger is not an option.
I agree, but that is for a different meeting
Let's not leave it so long next time.
I agree. I'll call you next week to arrange something
Anything else I should know?
I always forget that part
It's hard to believe they would risk a trade war!
I am absolutely opposed to tariffs
I just don't understand why they are so general
I don't know how they do it, but it's a winner.
In some of the ads, they treat consumers like children.
I don't know how they do it, but they have another unique ad.
I understand what you're going through.
I don't know what I'd do if I were in your shoes.
Anyway, What does everyone want to go for lunch?
I don't mind somewhere cheap and easy
he mastered the difference between...
I don't need violence to enjoy a movie just so long as there's a little nudity
What he said about the economy made a lot of sense to me.
I don't see how he can claim that a pipeline is the magic solution.
It's getting a little bit warm in here, isn't it?
I don't think I know how to get to Jonh's House
How long has she been in the bathroom?
I don't think she is in the bathroom. Her coat is gone. Maybe it is cold in there
The man had a very distinctive face.
I felt a great deal of apprehension as I opened the door
I got to meet these guys
I get beat up throughout the movie a lot
I know I'm probably not their target market, but I just don't understand that ad.
I get that they want to be creative and edgy, but it's too much for me.
I get your point, but...
I get your point, but I'm going to invest anyway.
All I'm saying is look at it again.
I get your point.
She goes ahead of me
I go down to Lincoln Center. Go down this big theater
go the extra mile
I go the extra mile to use biodegradable detergents
By the end
I got glasses
grow up
I grow up in Sao Paulo, playing outside all day
Is it just me, or is that ad really bizarre?
I guess I'm not who they're going after.
I've decided not to fire her
I guess you never really know what's going on inside a person's head
I tried to apply that approach to my paper.
I had a plan that didn't work out.
"My great-grandfather emigrated to the States a long time ago.
I had always wanted to visit Sicily but had never been to my hometown. I'd been meaning to go since the past 10 years, never had the chance."
I had already been to Brazil
I had not been to Brazil I had not already been to Brazil
What if Joey was president?
I had to put on lotion.
I don't know maybe
I hadn't thought about that
I like it. And it won't cost the company any money.
It's been great to brainstorm with you
community needs text
In the past few years, the Ingleside community has been neglected by the city. There are dilapidated houses and walls with graffiti. Nevertheless, positive changes have been happening recently. Local residents have been taking the initiative to revitalize their rundown neighborhood. According to Pien Yarbrough, an active community member, they have run a number of cleanups in those streets and alleys that have suffered the most from vandalism . A neighborhood watch program has been organized to prevent further damage to public properties. People are also working together with the police and city organizations to combat gangs, another threat to the safety of the neighborhood
beyond
It's beyond a corporations' responsibility to protect the environment
beyond question that
It's beyond question that recycling helps the environment.
I'm wondering if they will make changes on the top
It's clear they need to do something
There's an air of inevitability.
It's clear we need to do something
What you mean is that I ought to review more.
Let's see if I've got it: I need to self-assess more.
I'll come to you
Let's see what happens
I propose that we increase the training budget.
Let's take that one step further and increase the training budget.
Who donate the most?
Individuals, give things out to people.
lies
Inside lies a critical advantage, robots that have made the buildings faster and more cost-efficient. They may well pave the way for a new era of same-hour deliveries.
instead of
Instead of protecting dying industries, why don't we try to become more competitive?
look after
Is it possible for you to look after my dog while we're on vacation? It's hard work looking after children all day Make sure you look after it
Rick, there's something I need to tell you
Is something wrong? What have you done this time?
Generally, you'll find volatile markets during a slowdown.
It appears that since interest rates went up, so has the market.
Generally, markets are volatile in a slowdown.
It appears that the market is recovering.
It appears that
It appears that this doesn't happen only in disadvantaged areas.
inclusive
It appears the network would like us to believe its programming is more diverse, inclusive and representative of all groups in society. It has long been a criticism of Hollywood and the TV industry that movies and shows don't accurately reflect society's diversity. The ad isn't intentionally shocking or attention-seeking, but the more 'colorful' message is clearly referring to more than the feathers on the peacock's tail.
Please accept my apologies
It won't happen again.
If they offer us rebates, I'm doing it!
It wouldn't be bad if they could put them there.
Some say
It's a hell of a party and Sandler aces it.
all the time
It's a very good restaurant. We go there all the time. He thinks about her 24/7
Honestly, I can believe they have waited so long
It's been 6 months since karen was fired.
It's hard to believe
It's hard to believe that they would risk a trade war!
It's beyond question that recycling helps.
It's hard to believe their product doesn't work
She's persistent, even when faced with adversity.
It's hard to pinpoint where the problem comes from.
The benchmark the employee is trying to reach should be realistic.
It's important that an employee's performance is assessed after a period of time.
best interests
It's in a company's best interests to have incentivized employees
CSR is just a publicity stunt for shareholders
It's just a marketing device.
I've been trying to do it, but I'm finding it hard.
It's not as hard as it looked before I started.
He was able to turn his academic success into business success.
It's not easy to pinpoint what traits make people successful.
He's not taking it too well.
It's not going down too well over there
Really, it's not a problem.
It's not your fault.
I'm sorry I knocked over your coffee
It's nothing, really.
This is own my shoulders
It's on me
get though
It's really hard to get through a real person when you call customer service. I need to get thorough all my emails today before I go home and catch up on my sleep"
it speaks for itself
It's sort of a thinker, you know?
too early to tell
It's too early to tell.
It's up to you
It's your decision
What's the hold-up?
James Blunt, which isn't a surprise. I'm meeting with him soon
Sours
Japan and the euro area have slashed borrowing costs below zero, but such a policy remains unlikely in the United States even if the economy sours.
Rach, come see who is out here.
Joey, Look Who it is
Reflect back on what you write. Reflect on what you write
Let me know whether or not you'll attend. Let me know whether you'll attend.
Have a safe flight.
Let me know you got back safely.
I think It's time for you to go
Let's do another PAIR of stories
It gives me a feeling of
Me da uma sensacao
You're heading in
Menonza is an early riser
micro-giving
Micro-giving also makes it possible for small donors to impact a large number of people in need.
Cashless payments have brought about significant losses in privacy.
Mobile payment platforms have brought about (tem trazido) added convenience for consumers.
What is your most vivid memory from that time?
My dad picked me up and wrapped his arms around me and he said...
The building's insides are situated
My favorite work is called 'Sunflowers.'
What was I hope would happen?
That he would turn around and say. I must have you know
I tend to agree with his suggestion
That's a good idea, but what about budget?
lose some finger
That's a good way to lose some fingers
I'm going to Thailand next year
That's great news, How long are you going for?
something like
That's something like 800 million people suffering from insufficient food.
rainforest
The Amazon rainforest is ten times the size of Texas, producing 20 times more oxygen than all the people on the surface of the earth could consume. But, not one breath of it leaves the Amazon. It makes a lot of oxygen but it uses it all.
Have you been to Thailand before
Yes, I have. I was there for a year I was studying. I wasn't expensive at all, and great food
Grip size
The Grip Size Choosing the correct grip size means finding out the circumference or thickness of the tennis racket. The circumference of the handle of a tennis racket can be given in inches or mm, which then corresponds to a certain grip size. There is sometimes confusion around the concept of a racket's grip size.
Increasingly, there is freedom of movement of goods and services around the world.
The NAFTA trade agreement has three member states: the US, Canada and Mexico.
reported
The UN reported problems with hunger
estimates
The World Food Organization estimates that more than 10 percent of the starving people it helps live in urban areas.
It might be worth building in some review milestones so that the checking at the end is not so heavy - split it into manageable chunks
The aim is to have done it all by the end of June
I'd like to have done it all by mid-June.
The aim is to have finished it all by the end of June.
to have/has lasted
The aim of the deal is to end the power struggle which has lasted for many months. The Saudi Crown Prince hopes that the deal will help end the civil war in Yemen which has lasted four years.
I sometimes question, you know, whether the bottled water is, um, natural.
The best bottled water is, like, from a reliable source. Let me see. I think Canada is good.
A: The biggest problem is their CFO B: Could you be more specific?
The best example I can give is our decreasing market share.
evokes (a sense) (make you feel something)
The building EVOKES a sense of flight and inspiration.
Quitter
The business was failing, but he wasn't a quitter
the more the better
The cheaper the better
climate change
The climate change is huge problem. The weather is getting really strange.
What did the CEO say was the primary problem with the merger?
The companies didn't fit together
fell short
The company alleged that the analysis fell short of being transparent and came out with one of its own.
Managers and staff should work collaboratively
The company benefits from incentivized employees.
guidance
The company has raised its guidance for the remainder of the year.
People are given good reviews
The company is getting good reviews
I've been trying to set aside an hour a day, but I'm finding it difficult.
The course has been much more difficult that I had thought it would be.
specially
The desert was made specially for you
Blends
The design BLENDS modern features with antique style.
The chair is made out of molded wood with leather cushions.
The designers were suggesting comfort and warmth
won't
The door won't open The car won't start She won't tell me what's going on He won't even talk to me He won't answer my calls
Are you ready to let your hair down and party?
The entertainment will blow your mind!
It might lead to companies adjusting their profit forecasts.
The executives may be forced to make a round of cuts to headcount.
absence
The fact of not being present or available. The absence of beauty, the absence of surrounding ourselves with aesthetic experiences
Let me see. The next point of discussion is challenges in the coming year.
The next item on the agenda is an update from our CFO.
The way I see it, we should invest in stocks.
The only thing is, the price has already gone up.
actively
The police were actively looking for the shooter
piled into
To enter into something in a rough, disorderly fashion. WeWork also piled into other activities, including a private school in Manhattan and a rental housing business, WeLive.
undergo, underwent, undergone
To experience something that changed you
feel grounded
To feel mentally and emotionally stable He remained grounded despite all the praise and attention She feels very grounded even though shes does not have enough money My mother is feeling very grounded despite the situation
get hold of
To find/obtain/contact
stumbled into
To get involved by accident Things happened so fast that I was stumbled into New York
preference
[ pref-er-uhns]
productive
[ pruh-duhk-tiv ]
Please speak freely. This will be a brainstorming session
There are no bad ideas. Jack is going to be writing down all of our ideas so we won't lose anything. OK, let's get started.
Instantaneous electronic records have caused alarm among privacy advocates.
There has been an understandable rise of mobile payments
What is NOT mentioned as a way to solve the problem?
There have been reports of broken phone boots and mailboxes
Investors look for high return on investment because profits are what it's all about.
There was a solid return on investment last year. By contrast, we're experiencing losses now.
it took
There was no traffic so ___ only _______ 20 minutes to get there yesterday.
To be more specific,
To be more specific, you would have seen a different currency in every country.
I had to put on lotion
To be smack free
To clarify,
To clarify, we just don't know what the outcome will be.
It's also worth noting that we export oil now.
To clarify, we plan to overturn the tariff.
unclog the drain
To clog something is to create a blockage that obstructs the passing of water through a pipe If you sink is clogged, then you need to call a plumber to unclog it
To elaborate,
To elaborate, regional trade agreements have become more the norm than exception
protectionism
[ pruh-tek-shuh-niz-uh m ]
juggle
To handle many things at the same time Are you able to juggle your study with all the other things in your life? When you face issues like these, it's important to deal with them as openly and efficiently as possible, so your study is not affected.
grinding halt
V To suddenly not be able to move further. She's come to a grinding halt with that book she's writing
regrettably, hopefully, interestingly, happily, surprisingly.
Ways to introduce your opinion in a conversation Regrettably, they voted to construct the dam. Surprisingly, the mayor listened to us. Regrettably, they voted to construct the dam. I strongly urge you all to sign my petition to move the highway. Thank you.
She proposed that the board of directors replace the CFO
We all agreed that it was a reasonable move. That is optional
How could we take the idea one step further?
What do you think about team building? Would that solve the problem?
Another option would be to test different styles
What do you think of using the cafeteria?
Would you like to have dinner sometime?
What do you want for your birthday?
It's a tough sell
What do you want in return?
How much time will they spend on each item?
What does the man hope everyone will do?
We should also consider the role of wolves
What does the woman think is important about conservation? It preserves biodiversity
Drew me in
What drew me in was the expressive language
I've got to go
What else is new?
writing
[ rahy-ting ]
What issue would the woman like to help out with?
We both know that a simple act of kindness can make a big difference.
Tomorrow night depends on how tonight goes
We can go any night of the year
You couldn't have been fat
We can leave it on for now
sit-down
We have a sit-down with new employee and discussed the terms of the contract
Are you in the mood for a wine?
We have got to start locking that door
Since confidence is so low and all the investment is drying up, what's your plan?
We have made a round of cuts to our headcount
waiting game
We have to wait to see It's going to be a bit of a waiting game.
We need to do something to improve employee morale.
We like your idea, but we'd like to take it further
cautious
We need to be very cautious when talking with him
Boost
We need to boost economic growth and reduce unemployment
Tigers are an endangered species
We need to keep elephants from becoming extinct.
She regrets turning down the position.
We should have hired the other candidate.
Let's do this again sometime.
We should have lunch next week.
Everyone knows that this is a very busy restaurant
We should have made a reservation We ought to have made a reservation
I wish I have listen to you
We shouldn't have merged with that company
People are basically good, and if you give them the right tools, they will prove that to you every single day.
We want nothing but the best for our customers.
That's a line we cannot cross
We will cross it, eventually
The meeting will have concluded by the time you return.
We won't have finished the project by next week.
If we had that
We wouldn't be doing the ritual in the first place
We may have no choice but to halt production
We'll slash prices to increase sales
I rather doubt that I'll be able to do it.
Well, I'd like to have finished everything by July
This is all a bit out of the blue.
Well, it's been in the cards
What you could do is try during your lunch break.
Well, then. Perhaps you're right about doing it after work.
Why is it you think that? Why are you so skeptical ?
Well, what makes you think their claims are valid?
Hmm. You might want to think about grouping it somehow.
Well, what you could do is put all the ideas down on one giant sheet of paper.
Why is that, then?
Well, you might want to do a little at a time.
What I liked about his talk was the way he was so positive about failure.
What I didn't know was that he was a CEO before.
What I mean is
What I mean is, we don't know how it will end.
The obvious solution is to cancel the order.
What I would suggest would be to run a trial
Why would he have trouble getting back to shore?
What Kind of book have you just read
Put that aside
What do you say we just put that aside for now?
The article has testimonials from several different people. One woman says she lost 25 kilograms, and some people mistook her for her daughter.
What makes you think their claims are valid?
The business world is tough. You have to be resilient.
What personality traits lead to success?
What this meant was,
What this meant was, doing business became much easier.
I've never been there
What was it Like?
One thing I loved was the way he talked to us
What was strange was the topic he didn't cover.
Who figured out that the financial report wasn't accurate?
What will be a challenge for the CEO?
What could have been a real mess?
What will someone else have to do?
What makes you think their claims are valid?
What's the real reason you want to sign up?
What is with him?
What's with Felix? He's being acting so strange lately.
agreeing
Yeah, that would be OK. (mild agreement) I think so, too. (agreement) I agree with you. (agreement) We're on the same page. (agreement) I really like that idea. (strong agreement) I think those are excellent ideas. (strong agreement)
When I was born you hadn't been born yet
When you were born had your parents ever travel abroad? No, they hadn't Yes, they had
If anything else opens up
Where were we?
You seek me out
You can't live without me
You could argue that (voce poderia concordar)
You could argue that biodiversity is not that important.
You still have your Christmas lights up?
You don't have insurance?
You would have probably gotten scared of me on the court
You get right in there?
Thank you!
You guys shouldn't have
way
You guys spend a way too much time together a way more coffee
I have read everything you have written
You have got yourself a book
It's either her or me
You have never looked so beautiful
You have to remember
You have to remember it would be expensive.
Doesn't this come with a side salad?
You haven't changed
nail on the head
You hit the nail on the head there. Let's make it our priority to address this issue. What can we do?
renewable
[ ri-noo, -nyoo -ble]
centre
[ sen-ter ]
variety
[ vuh-rahy-i-tee ]
candidate
[kan-di-deyt ]
lived
[livd]
reluctant
[ruh·luhk·tnt]
She applied for a course extension.
You'll run into simple mistakes that you can fix yourself.
up until this moment
Your life up until this moment was perfect
episode
[ `ep-uh-sohd]
absolutely
[ ab-suh-loot-lee] I'm absolutely opposed to tariffs.
entrepreneur
[ ahn-truh-pruh-nur]
argue
[ ahr-gyoo ]
accurate
[ ak-yer-it ]
biodegradable
[ bahy-oh-di-grey-duh-buh l ]
basically
[ bey-sik-lee ]
decade
[ d`ek-eyd;
definitely
[ def-uh-nit-lee ]
distribute
[ dih-strib-yoot ]
disastrous
[ dih-zas-truh s,]
discomfort
[ dis-kuhm-fert ]
endangered
[ en-deyn-jerd ]
anyone
[ en-ee-wuhn]
agency
[ ey-juhn-see ]
failure
[ feyl-yer ]
focus
[ foh-kuhs ]
happy
[ hap-ee ]
illiterate
[ ih-lit-er-it ]
initiative
[ ih-nish-ee-uh-tiv]
evaluate
[ ih-val-yoo-eyt ]
inspire
[ in-spahyuh r ]
jersey
[ jur-zee ]
coordination
[ koh-awr-dn-ey-shuh n ]
coherent
[ koh-heer-uh n]
cooperative
[ koh-op-er-uh-tiv,]
common
[ kom-uhn ]
creativity
[ kree-ey-tiv-i-tee]
collaborative
[ kuh-lab-uh-rey-tiv,]
contribute
[ kuhn-trib-yoot ]
convenience
[ kuhn-veen-yuhns ]
curiosity
[ kyoo r-ee-os-i-tee ]
managerial
[ man-i-jeer-ee-uh l ]
neighborhood
[ ney-ber-hood ]
negotiate
[ ni-goh-shee-eyt ]
percentage
[ per-sen-ij ]
pragmatic
practical I am less pragmatical than Vanessa. She only buy things she needs.
former/latter
previous, last he former secures future possibilities, and the latter ensures high productivity and low turnover.
muted
quiet, soft If inflation is mired at low levels for an extended period, expectations for future price changes can drift lower, locking in the muted increases.That leaves the Fed with less room to cut interest rates in a recession, since interest rates include inflation.
We're just sitting around talking
quietly
brought up
raised That's a valid point you brought up there. To take that one step further,
footage
raw, unedited material as it had been originally recorded Russian police released security camera footage
I don't buy into (Comprar a ideia)
recycling glass.
Economic expressions
reduce taxes on income introduce a minimum wage introduce a minimum wage cut business tax rates
over and over
repeatedly, again and again The actress studied her lines over and over until she knew them well I read the article over and over till it made sense Children have difficulty remembering rules, so it's often necessary to repeat them over and over again
entails
requires As an integral part of society, corporations need to conform to social expectations, and that entails moral responsibilities
performance is assessed
surpassed their targets
yap
talk noisily The dog is yapping outside. Stop that yapping
I remember reading somewhere
that approximately 750 million adults in the world can't read or write
Pleasure is the motivation
that drives the choices that animals make
I learned over the years
that is vital to get at least 7 hours of sleep
Have you heard about the environmental components
that it has?
I have serious reservations about
that packaging
Was it that webiste Charitable International
that said individuals account for the majority of donations?
I was listening to this podcast the other day
that said volunteer holidays have become very popular.
Have you ever had a boyfriend
that was like your best friend?
I mean,
that's what this is all about
snub
to behave coldly towards, to ignore . rebuff, ignore, or spurn disdainfully. "he snubbed faculty members and students alike"
beat yourself up
to blame or criticize yourself, usually in a way that is unfair or unnecessary
pestering
to bother or annoy I kept pestering him
shatter
to break into many pieces, smash, break break or cause to break suddenly and violently into pieces. "bullets riddled the bar top, glasses shattered, bottles exploded"
popped out
to come out suddenly or forcefully His eyes popped out when she walked into his direction
grumble
to complain angrily but not loudly; to growl, moan,groan But the grumbling has grown louder in recent years, especially among cinephiles and older ticket buyers, as film companies have tried to adapt to a changing marketplace.
to push trough something
to force or work one's way though something We decided to push trough and finish the project Instead of giving up, you should just push trough She pushed trough and did a great job on her presentation
off the ground
to get something started For now, many companies are just focused on getting their cloud gaming platforms off the ground.
arrive in
to get to a city or a country We arrived in New York City yesterday
reach a point
to get to a particular situation The crisis reached a point where people were really in danger of not being able to get enough food
put in
to install I'll put in solar panels depending on the rebates
roll out
to make a new product, service, or system available for the first time Experts believe 5G, the next generation, much faster version of connectivity that's slowly starting to roll out in the US, will be able to better support cloud gaming.
make a resolution
to make a promise to yourself to do something I hope that you'll make some resolutions to continue to improve your English
stop by
to make a short visit somewhere I'll stop by to see Leigh before going home. Perhaps I'll stop by the hospital.
stimulate
to make active [ stim-yuh-leyt ]
ensures
to make certain of something, guarantees If a company ensures fair benefits for its staff, it usually enjoys less turnover and higher productivity.
shake-up
to make major changes The management shake-up is the most significant step the company has taken to win over Wall Street after the botched initial public offering and signals that power may be swinging away from the founders of fast-growing businesses toward investors.
plowed
to move forcefully into something Uber and WeWork have something else in common: Their growth was fueled in part by money from SoftBank. The Japanese company has plowed billions of dollars into WeWork and other start-ups. Softbank's chief executive, Masayoshi Son, has given founders of those businesses wide leeway and has looked the other way at excesses until investors in the public markets push back.
falling short
to not reach a particular level or to fail to achieve something that you were trying to do. The results signal that Kohl's makeover strategies are falling short.
counter balance
to oppose with equal force To counterbalance
ricochet
to rebound at least once from a surface
bounce back
to recover She's very resilient. She's always able to bounce back from adversity.
rummage
to search through It's really less like a human being and more like a racoon. I go downstairs and rummage through the kitchen and eat whatever I can find
plunk down
to settle (oneself) into position You can plunk me down in the middle of any's woman's uterus and I can find my way out of there like that
hold a grudge
v. to feel rancor at somebody I can understand if you might hold a grudge
rub
v. to move something over the surface of another thing She yawned and rubbed her eyes
a piece of cake
very easy
easy-peasy
very easy
far-off
very far away in time or space How far off have they been?
lenghty
very long, often too long That same mix of ambition and idealism forced Mr. Neumann to step down as chief executive after a lengthy board meeting on Tuesday.
a whole lot
very much He hasn't date a whole lot of women
in no time
very quickly 1) The children ate their dinner in no time. (2) He finished off two bowls of noodles in no time. (3) He finished off two bowls of chicken noodles soup in no time.
rapidly
very quickly Though they age more rapidly than humans, they get the same diseases of aging, have a rich genetic makeup, and share our environment."
alike
very similar Professionals, start-ups and big corporations alike are flocking to locations run by WeWork and others, attracted by shorter leases and nicely designed spaces.
wound up
very worried, nervous, or angry You seem kind of wound up
rage
violent anger In California, wildfires are raging again and strong winds and dry forests mean that the flames spread over 177 kilometres and destroy thousands of buildings.
very rude very short very boring very hot very cold very hungry very slow very fast very tired very poor very rich
vulgar brief dull scaldin/scorching superb freezing ravenous sluggish rapid exhausted destitute wealthy
stroll
walk in a slow, relaxed way I visited the local school for the kids and took long strolls late at night to see if the place was really safe..
goof off
waste time doing nothing important, to avoid work The teacher told them to stop goofing off and get back to work.
What does he hope they will have come up with by the end of the meeting?
ways to improve communication
What drew me in
were the characters' inner thoughts
desirability
what makes sense to people and for people
inner voice
what you say or think to yourself as you internally interpret the story or play
The plane had taken off
when I arrived at the airport
You know how he gets
when he is drunk
Either away
whichever of two given alternatives is the case. "they may leave or they may accept the change, but either way, it'll take some work on your end"
askance
with suspicion, distrust, or disapproval Some Bolivians started looking askance when the president built a gleaming new 29-story presidential palace in the impoverished capital, and then a multimillion-dollar museum honoring, well, himself.
upside down
with the upper side turned toward the lower side