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My brother plays a fair bit of sport but I prefer listening to music. Lernen beginnen
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The government should be accountable to all the people of the country. Lernen beginnen
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responsible for the effects of your actions and willing to explain or be criticized for them przymiotnik
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Additional information can be obtained from the centre. Lernen beginnen
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more than what was agreed or expected na a
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Some of the houses in this affluent neighbourhood cost millions of pounds. Lernen beginnen
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having plenty of money, nice houses, expensive things etc na a
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Against the odds Leo, the son of immigrants and from a poor neighbourhood, was accepted by Oxford University. Lernen beginnen
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overcome difficulties which make a good result seem very unlikely
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Jim’s voice became aggressive. Lernen beginnen
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behaving in an angry threatening way, as if you want to fight or attack someone
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We will allocate you a budget and three members of staff to work for you. Lernen beginnen
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to use something for a particular purpose, give something to a particular person etc, especially after an official decision has been made alokować
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It's alternately sunny and rainy outside -- I don't know what to wear! Lernen beginnen
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two things happening one after the other in a regular pattern
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We’d been a little apprehensive about their visit. Lernen beginnen
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worried or nervous about something that you are going to do, or about the future
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Dealing with people is the most important aspect of my work. Lernen beginnen
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one part of a situation, idea, plan etc that has many parts
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It took me a long time to assimilate when I moved from London to Madrid. Lernen beginnen
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if people (...) or are (...) into a country or group, they become part of that group and are accepted by the people in that group zasymilować
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I don’t associate him with energetic sports. Lernen beginnen
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to make a connection in your mind between one thing or person and another na a
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She was astounded by his arrogance. Lernen beginnen
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very surprised or shocked
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I hoped he would stop asking awkward questions. Lernen beginnen
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making you feel embarrassed so that you are not sure what to do or say
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During the Olympics, I was glued to the television. Lernen beginnen
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to look at something with all your attention być przyklejonym do
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I want to get a job so that I'm not reliant on anyone. Lernen beginnen
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dependent on someone or something nie od dependent
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I thought there would get married! I was really taken aback when Lauren and Bill split up Lernen beginnen
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to be very surprised or shocked by something zwrot z phrasal, nie z suprise
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past participle of weave Summers at the beach are woven into my childhood memories. Lernen beginnen
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to put many different ideas, subjects, stories etc together and connect them smoothly
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I became very close to my aunt after my uncle died. Lernen beginnen
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develop a strong relationship with someone stać się komuś bliskim
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I have a really strong bond with my pet dog. Lernen beginnen
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something that unites two or more people or groups, such as love, or a shared interest or idea więź
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butterflies in the stomach I always get butterflies in my stomach before I go on stage. Lernen beginnen
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to feel very nervous before doing something motyle
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When I see chocolate, I can't help myself and just have to eat it. Lernen beginnen
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used to say that someone is unable to change their behaviour or feelings, or to prevent themselves from doing something
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Tom caught me totally unawares when he asked me out on a date. Lernen beginnen
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if something (...) you (...), it happens when you are not expecting it and are not prepared
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Teaching young children is a challenging and rewarding job. Lernen beginnen
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difficult in an interesting or enjoyable way
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a chaotic mixture of images Lernen beginnen
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a (...) situation is one in which everything is happening in a confused way chaotyczna
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We all get on really well in my family; we're very close-knit. Lernen beginnen
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a (...) group of people is one in which everyone knows each other well and gives each other support when they need it
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Mr Potts can come across as rude, but really he's a very kind man. Lernen beginnen
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appear to have a particular quality, when this may or may not be true phrasal
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I still haven't come to terms with my best friend going out with my ex-boyfriend. Lernen beginnen
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to accept an unpleasant or sad situation and no longer feel upset or angry about it nie z get
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In our student accommodation, we have communal bathrooms and a communal kitchen. Lernen beginnen
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shared by a group of people or animals, especially a group who live together
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Some US industries are not as competitive as they have been in the past. Lernen beginnen
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determined or trying very hard to be more successful than other people or businesses przymiotnik od competition
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Last year they sold twice as many computers as their competitors. Lernen beginnen
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a person, team, company etc that is competing with another
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She’s the team’s most consistent player. Lernen beginnen
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always behaving in the same way or having the same attitudes, standards etc – usually used to show approval spójny, nie: przewidywalny
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The meeting was very constructive. Lernen beginnen
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useful and helpful, or likely to produce good results konstruktywny
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Zara crammed for six hours the night before the exam, but still couldn't remember anything. Lernen beginnen
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to prepare yourself for an examination by learning a lot of information quickly
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I'm really impatient to learn Spanish perhaps I'll go on a crash course. Lernen beginnen
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a course in which you learn a lot about a particular subject in a very short period of time
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Your name kept cropping up in conversation. Lernen beginnen
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if a problem (...), it happens or appears suddenly and in an unexpected way
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The technology is this new mobile phone is cutting-edge. Lernen beginnen
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the newest and most exciting stage in the development of something
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Remember to include your contact details on your CV. Lernen beginnen
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a short written document that lists your education and previous jobs, which you send to employers when you are looking for a job
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It dawned on me that I have a better relationship with my grandparents than with my parents. Lernen beginnen
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if a fact (...) you, you realize it for the first time
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Some snakes move with deceptive speed (=move faster than you think or expect). Lernen beginnen
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something that is (...) seems to be one thing but is in fact very different
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The course was so demanding that I almost gave up. Lernen beginnen
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needing a lot of ability, effort, or skill wymagający
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It was really demoralising when my six- year-old cousin beat me at chess. Lernen beginnen
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reducing or destroying someone's courage or confidence na d
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I had no money left and was desperate. Lernen beginnen
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willing to do anything to change a very bad situation, and not caring about danger
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She despised her neighbours. Lernen beginnen
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to dislike and have a low opinion of someone or something nie: detest
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I felt directionless and lost. Lernen beginnen
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lacking a clear direction or aim bez kierunku
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He may have been disadvantaged when he was young, but he's highly successful now. Lernen beginnen
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having social problems, such as a lack of money or education, which make it difficult for you to succeed nie: underprivileged
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With huge student loans to pay and few jobs, many young people feel disaffected. Lernen beginnen
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not satisfied with your government, leader etc, and therefore no longer loyal to them or no longer believing they can help you
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As she grew older, Laura became increasingly disillusioned with politics. Lernen beginnen
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disappointed because you have lost your belief that someone is good, or that an idea is right
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He tried to concentrate on his work, but was distracted by the long blonde hair of the girl sitting in front of him. Lernen beginnen
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anxious and unable to think clearly rozproszony, nie: disoriented
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Hannah was deeply distressed by the news. Lernen beginnen
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Why can't you children just do as you are told? Lernen beginnen
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behave in the way someone has asked you to
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Doubtless there would be lots of rumours. Lernen beginnen
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used when saying that something is almost certain to happen or be true przymiotnik
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The group gets smaller as members move away or drop out. Lernen beginnen
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to no longer do an activity or belong to a group
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You've got such a dry sense of humour sometimes I can't tell if you're joking. Lernen beginnen
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someone with a (...) says funny and clever things while seeming to be serious
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I didn't feel like the interviewers were engaged with what I was saying. Lernen beginnen
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paying attention and interested zaangażowany
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Two girls were expelled from school for taking drugs. Lernen beginnen
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to officially force someone to leave a school or organization
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Being well dressed always help to create a favourable impression. Lernen beginnen
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a (...) report, opinion, or reaction shows that you think that someone or something is good or that you agree with them
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I'm afraid it's not feasible to offer you a pay rise this year. Lernen beginnen
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a plan, idea, or method that is (...) is possible and is likely to work
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The kids had started to fidget. Lernen beginnen
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to keep moving your hands or feet, especially because you are bored or nervous
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I can't figure out how to use this app -- can you help me? Lernen beginnen
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to think about a problem or situation until you find the answer or understand what has happened
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After I read Dan Brown's book, I was fired with determination to write a best- seller. Lernen beginnen
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made to feel interested in something and excited about it
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Perry would always flatter Mrs. Mitchell by praising her cooking. Lernen beginnen
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to praise someone in order to please them or get something from them, even though you do not mean it
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I’ve put your name on the list and I don’t foresee any problems. Lernen beginnen
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to think or know that something is going to happen in the future na f
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Our club is open to people from all walks of life -- rich or poor, young or old. Lernen beginnen
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every position in society
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I was fumbling around for my keys and knocked the glass off the table onto the floor. Lernen beginnen
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to try to hold, move, or find something with your hands in an awkward way
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I was so angry I found it difficult to get over my point. Lernen beginnen
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to succeed in communicating ideas or information to other people nie z across
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Bella is dad's favourite and he always lets her get her own way. Lernen beginnen
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achieve the result you want zwrot z drogą
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We've had this same argument a thousand times -- do we really have to go over the same old ground? Lernen beginnen
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talk about the same things
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Leah is funny and popular -- she's really good fun. Lernen beginnen
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enjoyable to be with because they are happy and amusing nie z laugh
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She has only a limited grasp of Chinese, so she won't understand much when she gets to Beijing. Lernen beginnen
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your ability to understand a complicated idea, situation, or subject dwa słowa, na g
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There is a very tense group dynamic in this classroom. Lernen beginnen
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the way in which people in a group behave, react, and affect each other
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Congress has made half-hearted attempts at finance reform. Lernen beginnen
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done without much effort and without much interest in the result
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Tomorrow I'm going to hand in my resignation, so I can start my new job in four weeks' time Lernen beginnen
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officially say that you want to resign
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My granddad was a doctor and he really had an impact on my choice of career. Lernen beginnen
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have an effect or influence an event, situation etc
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I've got my heart set on getting a new car once I get a job. Lernen beginnen
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to want very much to have or achieve something, or to be determined to do something dłuższy
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My workload is so heavy, I'm worried I won't be able to finish everything. Lernen beginnen
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a large amount of work that a person or organization has to do przymiotnik+ rzeczownik
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Paula felt under a lot of pressure to go to university -- everyone in the family had high expectations of her. Lernen beginnen
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a feeling or belief that something or someone should be a success wysokie oczekiwania
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I think job satisfaction is more important than a high salary. Lernen beginnen
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a lot of money that you receive as payment from the organization you work for
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Southampton fans gave their former coach a hostile reception. Lernen beginnen
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angry and deliberately unfriendly towards someone, and ready to argue with them wrogi, na h
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We need to assess the impact on climate change. Lernen beginnen
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the effect or influence that an event, situation etc has on someone or something
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What are the implications of these proposals? Lernen beginnen
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a possible future effect or result of an action, event, decision etc na i
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You're 18 now so I can't impose limitations on you anymore. Lernen beginnen
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A tall man dressed in black was seen in the vicinity of the burglary. Lernen beginnen
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in the area around a particular place w okolicy
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Sarah was absolutely indifferent to him, and it hurt. Lernen beginnen
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not at all interested in someone or something
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An occasional glass of wine was his only indulgence. Lernen beginnen
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the habit of allowing yourself to do or have whatever you want, or allowing someone else to do or have whatever they want
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I wish my son would show more initiative. Lernen beginnen
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the ability to make decisions and take action without waiting for someone to tell you what to do inicjatywa
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having very exciting special qualities that are better than anyone or anything else
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Her musical skill is completely instinctive. Lernen beginnen
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based on instinct and not involving thought
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I intend to spend the night there. Lernen beginnen
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to have something in your mind as a plan or purpose czasownik od intention
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I was shy, and felt intimidated by the older students. Lernen beginnen
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feeling worried and lacking confidence because of the situation you are in or the people you are with
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I managed to smile, but inwardly I was furious. Lernen beginnen
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felt or experienced in your own mind but not expressed to other people
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keep yourself to yourself I don't like to get involved in office politics; I prefer to keep myself to myself. Lernen beginnen
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to live a very quiet private life and not do many things that involve other people
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The car is liable to overheat on long trips. Lernen beginnen
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likely to do or say something or to behave in a particular way, especially because of a fault or natural tendency
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Council officers are liaising closely with local groups. Lernen beginnen
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to exchange information with someone who works in another organization or department so that you can both be more effective
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Police think the murders are linked. Lernen beginnen
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if two things are (...), they are related in some way popatrz na obrazek
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His speeches tend to be rather long- winded. Lernen beginnen
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continuing to talk for too long or using too many words in a way that is boring przymiotnik
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His speeches tend to be rather long- winded. Lernen beginnen
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continuing to talk for too long or using too many words in a way that is boring przymiotnik
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I've always looked up to my cousin because she's so cool and funny. Lernen beginnen
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You can't just lump us all together -- we're individuals with different needs. Lernen beginnen
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to put two or more different people or things together and consider them as a single group, sometimes wrongly
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She didn’t see the figure lurking behind the bushes. Lernen beginnen
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to wait somewhere quietly and secretly, usually because you are going to do something wrong
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My main priority is to find a job that I love. Lernen beginnen
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the thing that you think is most important and that needs attention before anything else
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make the best of something We are stuck here, so we might as well make the best of it. Lernen beginnen
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to accept a situation that is not very good, and do whatever you can to make it better brać najlepsze z
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I've been playing the piano since I was six and I've almost mastered it. Lernen beginnen
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to learn a skill or a language so well that you have no difficulty with it na m
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After I graduate, I want to do a master's degree in biochemistry. Lernen beginnen
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a university degree such as an MA, M.Sc., or M.S., that you can get by studying for one or two years after your first degree
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George has been misbehaving at school. Lernen beginnen
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to behave badly, and cause trouble or annoy people
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George has been misbehaving at school. Lernen beginnen
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to behave badly, and cause trouble or annoy people
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Even moderate amounts of alcohol can be dangerous. Lernen beginnen
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not very large or very small, very hot or very cold, very fast or very slow etc
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The students are all highly motivated. Lernen beginnen
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very keen to do something or achieve something, especially because you find it interesting or exciting zmotywowany
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When they asked me about my exam grades, I got muddled up and gave them incorrect information. Lernen beginnen
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He bumped into someone and mumbled an apology. Lernen beginnen
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to say something too quietly or not clearly enough, so that other people cannot understand you
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I really like my boss and she treats me kindly; we have mutual respect. Lernen beginnen
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respect that two or more people have for each other
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Mutual respect is necessary for any partnership to work. Lernen beginnen
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(...) feelings such as respect, trust, or hatred are feelings that two or more people have for each other
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I’m hoping to do some networking at the conference next week in London. Lernen beginnen
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the practice of meeting other people involved in the same kind of work, to share information, support each other etc jak na konferencjach
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Colouring your hair was a no-no at that time. Lernen beginnen
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something that you must not do because it is considered to be unacceptable behaviour
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not have a leg to stand on If you didn’t sign a contract, you won’t have a leg to stand on. Lernen beginnen
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to be in a situation where you cannot prove or legally support what you say
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European union is an ideal that has been nurtured since the post-war years. Lernen beginnen
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to help a plan, idea, feeling etc to develop
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Please stop being so obsessive about your food -- just eat it! Lernen beginnen
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thinking or worrying about something all the time, so that you do not think about other things enough – used to show disapproval adjective
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I bought these shoes on a whim, and now I've decided I don't like them. Lernen beginnen
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a sudden feeling that you would like to do or have something, especially when there is no important or good reason
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I was on the brink of asking Penny to go for a coffee when her phone rang and she walked away. Lernen beginnen
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a situation when you are almost in a new situation
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I've got so much homework to do that I feel really overwhelmed. Lernen beginnen
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if work or a problem (...) someone, it is too much or too difficult to deal with
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Writing essays and taking exams are all part and parcel of university life. Lernen beginnen
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to be a necessary feature of something zwrot
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Kathy seems to take a very passive role in the relationship. Lernen beginnen
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someone who is (...) tends to accept things that happen to them or things that people say to them, without taking any action
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I’ll pay off all my debts first. Lernen beginnen
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to give someone all the money you owe them
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American children did less well in maths than their peers in Japan. Lernen beginnen
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your (...) are the people who are the same age as you, or who have the same type of job, social class etc
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Toby won't change his mind so it's not worth picking a fight with him. Lernen beginnen
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to deliberately start a quarrel or fight with someone
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In the pilot project, neighbours will grow fruit and vegetables together in the communal garden areas. Lernen beginnen
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a small project which is carried out as a test to see if an idea, product, etc will be successful
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The thing I love about my grandma is her playfulness, even though she's 72! Lernen beginnen
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very active, happy, and wanting to have fun rzeczownik
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You’ll need to prepare a portfolio of your work. Lernen beginnen
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a large flat case used especially for carrying pictures, documents etc na p
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My parents never pressurised me to go to university, they let me do what I want. Lernen beginnen
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feeling worried, or making you feel worried, because of the number of things you have to do od pressure
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Most of us are more productive in the morning. Lernen beginnen
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producing or achieving a lot adjective
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With an effort Mary pulled herself together. Lernen beginnen
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to force yourself to stop behaving in a nervous, frightened, or uncontrolled way
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I must put my foot down -- the dog is not sleeping in my bed. Lernen beginnen
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to say very firmly that someone must do something or must stop doing something
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They are proposing radical changes to the way the company is run. Lernen beginnen
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a (...) change or difference is very big and important na r
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When I told him I had crashed his car, he flew into a rage. Lernen beginnen
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a strong feeling of uncontrollable anger
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My father kept rambling on about the war. Lernen beginnen
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to talk or write for a long time in a way that other people find boring
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The local ballet company received rave notices for its production of Swan Lake. Lernen beginnen
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strong praise for a new play, book etc
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Our recruitment process involves an application form, an exam and an interview. Lernen beginnen
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to find new people to work in a company, join an organization, do a job etc rekrutacja
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She looked immensely relieved when she heard the news. Lernen beginnen
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feeling happy because you are no longer worried about something odczuwający ulgę
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The children had been indoors all day, and were getting restless. Lernen beginnen
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unwilling to keep still or stay where you are, especially because you are nervous or bored przymiotnik
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The tests are only a rough and ready guide to a pupil’s future development. Lernen beginnen
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not perfect, but good enough for a particular purpose zwrot, 3 słowa
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rub people up the wrong way Robbie always rubs people up the wrong way -- it's no wonder he has so few friends. Lernen beginnen
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to annoy someone by the things you say or do, usually without intending to
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Diabetes appears to run in families. Lernen beginnen
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if something such as a quality, disease, or skill (...), many people in that family have it
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That neighbourhood is so run-down that no one wants to live there. Lernen beginnen
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a building or area that is (...) is in very bad condition
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We're not completely sure how much the building work will cost, so we've saved extra money as a safety margin. Lernen beginnen
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an additional amount of something such as time, money, or space that you include in order to make sure that you are successful in achieving something
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The money will be used for teacher training schemes. Lernen beginnen
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an official plan that is intended to help people in some way, for example by providing education or training
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Patrick was scornful of his younger brother's attempts to ride a bike. Lernen beginnen
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feeling or showing scorn; showing that you think something is stupid and does not deserve your respect pogardliwy
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Even though she had missed lots of classes, Helena managed to scrape through the exam and got an 'E'. Lernen beginnen
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to only just succeed in passing an examination or dealing with a difficult situation
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We didn’t exactly see eye to eye. Lernen beginnen
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if two people (...) they agree with each other
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Jerry’s pretty self-conscious about his weight. Lernen beginnen
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worried and embarrassed about what you look like or what other people think of you
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I know you've set your heart on studying abroad, but won't you miss your friends? Lernen beginnen
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to want very much to have or achieve something, or to be determined to do something
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Detectives shadowed him for weeks. Lernen beginnen
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to follow someone closely in order to watch what they are doing
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When Toby made fun of my new haircut I went red with shame. Lernen beginnen
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the feeling you have when you feel guilty and embarrassed because you, or someone who is close to you, have done something wrong wstyd
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Joe listened, shifting uncomfortably from one foot to another. Lernen beginnen
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to move from one place or position to another, or make something do this
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This is a very simplistic approach to the problem. Lernen beginnen
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treating difficult subjects in a way that is too simple przymiotnik od simple
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Rachel got a detention for skiving off maths. Lernen beginnen
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to avoid work or school by staying away or leaving without permission
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When I saw how cheap the t-shirt was, I snapped it up. Lernen beginnen
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to buy something immediately, especially because it is very cheap
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I managed to sneak another slice of cake when no one was looking. Lernen beginnen
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to quickly and secretly steal something unimportant or of little value
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If they can do them both at the same time, then so much the better. Lernen beginnen
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used to say that something would be even better or bring even more advantages
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Leaving school at 16 isn't necessarily the soft option, because you'll have to find a job. Lernen beginnen
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Unemployment rose and the city went into a spiral of decline. Lernen beginnen
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a process, usually a harmful one, in which something gradually but continuously gets worse or better
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Danny and Kate had a massive argument and split up. Lernen beginnen
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if people (...), they end a marriage or relationship with each other na s
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Stability within the family is very important for childhood development. Lernen beginnen
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the condition of being steady and not changing stabilność
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stand someone in good stead Learning karate has really stood my in good stead -- I learnt about hard work, discipline and respect. Lernen beginnen
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to be very useful to someone when needed
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This job will really stretch you, but I think you'll be able to cope. Lernen beginnen
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to make someone use all of their skill, abilities, or intelligence
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We have the support of a substantial number of parents. Lernen beginnen
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large in amount or number nie: significant
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the quality that something has when it has been done in a clever or skilful way, with careful attention to small details
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When he started talking about football, I just switched off -- I find it so boring. Lernen beginnen
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to stop listening to someone wyłączyć się
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I think your boss is taking advantage of you -- you should ask for more money if you have to work such long hours. Lernen beginnen
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to treat someone unfairly in order to get what you want, especially someone who is generous or easily persuaded wykorzystać, czerpać korzyści
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I take after my mum -- we both worry a lot. Lernen beginnen
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to look or behave like an older relative phrasal
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Lilian took the criticism in her stride and said she would try harder next time. Lernen beginnen
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to not allow something to annoy, embarrass, or upset you z take, nie z notice
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I've never met someone as stubborn as Liam; he won't take no for an answer. Lernen beginnen
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accept it when somebody refuses you
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Take no notice of Geoff -- he's just being silly. Lernen beginnen
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not pay attention to someone or something zwrot z take
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When I saw the tiny kitten I took pity on it and took it home with me. Lernen beginnen
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feel sorry for someone and treat them with sympathy z take
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At the age of 14, my granddad was taken on by a plumbing company and trained as a plumber. Lernen beginnen
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to start to employ someone
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take something in your stride When the boss asked Judy to stay late, she took it in stride. Lernen beginnen
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to not allow something to annoy, embarrass, or upset you
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take something personally Don’t take it personally, she’s rude to everyone. Lernen beginnen
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to get upset by the things other people say or do, because you think that their remarks or behaviour are directed at you in particular
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Greg’s tendency to be critical made him unpopular with his co-workers. Lernen beginnen
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if someone or something has a (...) to do or become a particular thing, they are likely to do or become it
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You can expect to have very tight deadlines if you work as a journalist. Lernen beginnen
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a date or time by which you have to do or complete something, which is not long away przymiotnik+ rzeczownik
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I may only have a Saturday job in a café, but I'm learning transferable skills. Lernen beginnen
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the quality of being able to move from one place, school, job etc to another
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I didn't recognise Katrina when I saw her in her new trendy clothes. Lernen beginnen
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influenced by the most fashionable styles and ideas na t
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The assassination triggered off a wave of rioting. Lernen beginnen
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to make something happen very quickly, especially a series of events
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Thank you, I never turn down the offer of a cup of tea. Lernen beginnen
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I can't believe it -- it turns out Sophia knew about the surprise party all along! Lernen beginnen
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to happen in a particular way, or to have a particular result, especially one that you did not expect "okazał się być"
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The love of his new adoptive parents really turned his life around. Lernen beginnen
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if a person (...), he/she changes and starts to develop in a positive way
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Any underachieving police officers will have to take further training. Lernen beginnen
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not doing as well at school or at work as they could do if they worked harder nie z performance
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Test scores vary from school to school. Lernen beginnen
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if several things of the same type (...), they are all different from each other
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Have you seen this video clip of a cat riding a bicycle? Lernen beginnen
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a short part of a film or television programme that is shown by itself, especially as an advertisement
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I can't believe you can play the violin so brilliantly -- you're a really virtuoso! Lernen beginnen
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someone who is a very skilful performer, especially in music na v
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Sorry, I can't vouch for Anna because I've never met her. Lernen beginnen
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to say that you believe that someone will behave well and that you will be responsible for their behaviour, actions etc
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The effects of the anaesthetic were starting to wear off. Lernen beginnen
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if pain or the effect of something (...), it gradually stops
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I have always been well-supported by my family -- both emotionally and financially. Lernen beginnen
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to have enough money, emotional support, etc for what you need nie z endowed
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In their second year, students can do a work placement and get some valuable real-life experience. Lernen beginnen
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a job, usually as part of a course of study, which gives you experience of a particular type of work
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take something in your stride Lernen beginnen
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to deal with a problem or difficulty calmly and not to allow it to influence what you are doing
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take pleasure in something Lernen beginnen
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czerpać przyjemność z czegoś z take
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be angry or upset by something z take
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have stood me in good stead Lernen beginnen
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długi zwrot
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