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I can have a shower, get dressed and leave the house in five minutes flat. Lernen beginnen
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in exactly three minutes, ten seconds etc - used to emphasize that something happens or is done very quickly
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I went to stay with my daughter for a few days -- it was nice to have a change of scenery. Lernen beginnen
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when you go to a different place or do something different
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Plants absorb nutrients from the soil. Lernen beginnen
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to take in liquid, gas, or another substance from the surface or space around something
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The acrobat did any incredible somersault, landing on one foot. Lernen beginnen
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someone who entertains people by doing difficult physical actions such as walking on their hands or balancing on a high rope, especially at a circus
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There’s nothing like a good horror film to get the adrenalin going (=make you feel nervously excited). Lernen beginnen
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a chemical produced by your body when you are afraid, angry, or excited, which makes your heart beat faster
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to have enough money to buy or pay for something przymiotnik od afford
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I don't like being apart from my parents. Lernen beginnen
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if people are (...), they are not together in the same place, or not having a relationship with each other
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Apparently the company is losing a lot of money. Lernen beginnen
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used to say that you have heard that something is true, although you are not completely sure about it
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The thought of parachuting doesn't appeal to me -- it's far too dangerous. Lernen beginnen
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if someone or something (...) to you, they seem attractive and interesting
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the growth in short breaks, at the expense of longer package holidays Lernen beginnen
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if something is done (...) someone or something else, it is only achieved by doing something that could harm the other person or thing
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They’ve won the lottery and now they're awash in cash. Lernen beginnen
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containing too many things or people of a particular kind
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He felt great awe for the landscape. Lernen beginnen
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a feeling of great respect and liking for someone or something
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The only seats left at the cinema were in the back row, far from the screen. Lernen beginnen
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the last line of seats in a theatre or cinema
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Everyone backstage is very nervous before the show begins. Lernen beginnen
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behind the stage in a theatre, especially in the actors’ dressing rooms
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Basically, I’m just lazy. Lernen beginnen
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used to emphasize the most important reason or fact about something, or a simple explanation of something na b
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Working overtime at the weekend is a real drag. Lernen beginnen
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to make it hard for someone to make progress towards what they want
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Emma was somewhat taken aback by his directness. Lernen beginnen
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to be very surprised about something phrasal
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The plane blew up in midair. Lernen beginnen
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to destroy something, or to be destroyed, by an explosion
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People who work together in emergency departments in hospitals bond quickly. Lernen beginnen
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to develop a special relationship with someone więź
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I was still living in London when the war broke out. Lernen beginnen
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if something unpleasant such as a fire, fight, or war (...), it starts to happen phrasal
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We have a briefing every morning so that our boss can tell us what he wants us to do. Lernen beginnen
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information or instructions that you get before you have to do something
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the rate at which the pension builds up Lernen beginnen
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if something (...) somewhere, or if you (...) it (...), it gradually becomes bigger or greater phrasal
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Rice and bread are source of carbohydrates. Lernen beginnen
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a substance that is in foods such as sugar, bread, and potatoes, which provides your body with heat and energy and which consists of oxygen, hydrogen, and carbon
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the ceaseless fight against crime Lernen beginnen
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happening for a long time without stopping
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Spending time with friends is a good way to chill out. Lernen beginnen
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to relax completely instead of feeling angry, tired, or nervous
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When I was a little boy, I was allowed to go into the cockpit of an aeroplane when we went on holiday. Lernen beginnen
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the area in a plane, small boat, or racing car where the pilot or driver sits
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I had a knee injury when I was 15 and had to come to terms with the fact that I would never play rugby again. 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, zwrot
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Patience often comes with age, although I'm 40 and I'm still waiting! Lernen beginnen
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przyjść z wiekiem
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I've decided to commit to learning Italian, no matter how long it takes me. Lernen beginnen
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to say that someone will definitely do something or must do something zobowiązać się do
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The recent rise in crime is a matter of considerable public concern. Lernen beginnen
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a feeling of worry about something important na c
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The conductor is in charge of an orchestra. Lernen beginnen
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someone who stands in front of a group of musicians or singers and directs their playing or singing dyrygent
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There was a constant stream of visitors to the house. Lernen beginnen
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happening regularly or all the time przymiotnik na c
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Constraints on spending have forced the company to rethink its plans. Lernen beginnen
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something that limits your freedom to do what you want nie: drag
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I could not force my body into the contortions required by classical ballet. Lernen beginnen
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a twisted position or movement that looks surprising or strange rzeczownik
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Einstein was awarded the Nobel Prize for his contribution to Quantum Theory. Lernen beginnen
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something that you give or do in order to help something be successful wkład
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The research involves collecting data from two random samples. Lernen beginnen
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Dehydration can be a big problem if you do exercise on a hot day. Lernen beginnen
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to remove the liquid from a substance such as food or a chemical rzeczownik, nie od absorb
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Gwen is a very determined woman. Lernen beginnen
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having a strong desire to do something, so that you will not let anyone stop you zdeterminowany
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They dig a small hole in the sand to bury their eggs. Lernen beginnen
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to move earth, snow etc, or to make a hole in the ground, using a spade or your hands
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the moral dimension of world politics Lernen beginnen
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a part of a situation or a quality involved in it wymiar
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a meeting covering many disparate subjects Lernen beginnen
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consisting of things or people that are very different and not related to each other
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Your music is so distracting, can you turn it down? Lernen beginnen
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to take someone’s attention away from something by making them look at or listen to something else
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I think there are lots of changes we can make to create efficiency savings. Lernen beginnen
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improve the quality of doing something, without wasting time, money, or energy
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Richard has the biggest ego (=thinks he is very clever and important) of anyone I’ve ever met. Lernen beginnen
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the opinion that you have about yourself
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He came round for a coffee and we ended up having a meal together. Lernen beginnen
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to be in a particular situation, state, or place after a series of events, especially when you did not plan it
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She was pushed beyond her powers of endurance. Lernen beginnen
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the ability to continue doing something difficult or painful over a long period of time rzeczownik
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I found his book very enlightening and it made me change my opinion about some things. Lernen beginnen
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the characteristic of explaining something to someone
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Our studio is equipped with the all the art supplies you might need. Lernen beginnen
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containing all the things that are needed for a particular kind of activity or work
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There was a general atmosphere of pessimism after the euphoria of last year. Lernen beginnen
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an extremely strong feeling of happiness and excitement which usually only lasts for a short time na e
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the scientific idea that plants and animals develop and change gradually over a long period of time
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She was an exacting woman to work for. Lernen beginnen
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demanding a lot of effort, careful work, or skill wymagający, pracochłonny
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I was exhilarated when I arrived at the bottom of the ski slope. Lernen beginnen
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feeling extremely happy, excited, and full of energy na exh
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They climbed the mountain in 28 days, a remarkable feat. Lernen beginnen
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something that is an impressive achievement, because it needs a lot of skill, strength etc to do
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Nobody takes any notice of me at work, it's like I'm part of the scenery. Lernen beginnen
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feel that you are in the background and unimportant
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We all have obligations to our fellow men. Lernen beginnen
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people that you work with, study with, or who are in the same situation as you
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First-time buyers find it difficult to save a deposit for a house. Lernen beginnen
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describes someone who is doing something for the first time
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If you flick through the newspaper you'll see the photo I was talking about. Lernen beginnen
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to look at a book, magazine, set of photographs etc quickly nie ze scan, skim, browse
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Please can you apologise to your sister, for the good of the family. Lernen beginnen
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in order to help someone or improve a situation
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With a gasp of pure horror, Lewis jumped up and ran. Lernen beginnen
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when you take in a breath suddenly in a way that can be heard, especially because you are surprised or in pain
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We’ve always got along quite well. Lernen beginnen
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if two or more people (...), they have a friendly relationship nie: get on
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I got caught up in the moment and started screaming at the band. Lernen beginnen
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to be or get involved in something, especially something bad
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I get sick of people complaining all the time why can't they talk about positive things instead? Lernen beginnen
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to be angry or bored with something that has been happening for a long time
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My mum gave me her old moped and now I've got stuck with it. Lernen beginnen
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to have something you do not want because you cannot get rid of it
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She was an extremely gifted poet. Lernen beginnen
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having a natural ability to do one or more things extremely well przymotnik
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She led an exciting and glamorous life. Lernen beginnen
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attractive, exciting, and related to wealth and success
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couples gliding over the dance floor Lernen beginnen
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to move smoothly and quietly, as if without effort
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When Miles tells you a story it goes on for ages because he always goes off at tangents. Lernen beginnen
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to suddenly start thinking or talking about a subject that is only slightly related, or not related at all, to the original subject
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It's such fun whizzing around the track in a go-kart. Lernen beginnen
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a small vehicle with an open frame and four wheels, used in races
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I've never been gregarious, I prefer to stay at home on my own. Lernen beginnen
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friendly and preferring to be with other people
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The president will remain in office until the official handover in April. Lernen beginnen
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the act of giving someone else control of a place or business
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After the wedding ceremony, I was on a real high. Lernen beginnen
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a feeling of great happiness or excitement 4 litery
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We've had many highs and lows in our marriage, but I still love Richard. Lernen beginnen
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the mixture of good and bad experiences that happen in any situation or relationship
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a holistic approach to design Lernen beginnen
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considering a person or thing as a whole, rather than as separate parts
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Nintendo is now a household name. Lernen beginnen
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a name of a product, company etc that is very well known dwa słowa
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If you imagine the worst, you can prepare yourself. Lernen beginnen
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imagine a situation that is worse than anything else
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Thank you for looking after me, doctor, I know I'm in good hands with you. Lernen beginnen
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being dealt with or cared for by someone who is capable and responsible w dobrych rękach
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Jeremy loves being in the spotlight and gets annoyed if you don't pay him attention. Lernen beginnen
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Are you still in touch with Lynda from school? Lernen beginnen
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talking or writing to someone w kontakcie
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Our school is very inclusive and all children are given the same opportunities. Lernen beginnen
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including a wide variety of people, things etc przeciwieństwo exclusive
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A further escalation of the crisis now seems inevitable. Lernen beginnen
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certain to happen and impossible to avoid
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Student teachers often suffer from a great sense of insecurity. Lernen beginnen
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not feeling at all confident about yourself, your abilities, or your relationships with people rzeczownik
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his insistence that they discuss the problem Lernen beginnen
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when you demand that something should happen and refuse to let anyone say no
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This is the fuel intake, which must be kept clean. Lernen beginnen
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a tube, pipe, etc through which air, gas, or liquid enters a machine
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After the accident he was taken to the intensive-care unit. Lernen beginnen
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a department in a hospital that treats people who are very seriously ill or badly injured, or the continuous and thorough treatment given to patients there
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It invariably rains when I go there. Lernen beginnen
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if something (...) happens or is (...) true, it always happens or is true niezmiennie
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Her letters were the only thing that kept me going while I was in prison Lernen beginnen
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to have or to give someone enough hope and emotional strength to continue living and doing things, in a bad situation
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When you start the job, it will take you a few months to learn the ropes. Lernen beginnen
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understand all the things someone needs to know to do a job or deal with a system
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How long did it take you to do one lap of the course? Lernen beginnen
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a single journey around a race track
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I let go of the idea I could be a model long ago -- I'm only 152 cm tall. Lernen beginnen
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to accept that you cannot change something and stop thinking or worrying about it nie z get
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Nigel never relaxes, he finds it difficult to let his hair down. Lernen beginnen
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to enjoy yourself and start to relax, especially after working very hard
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The end of the book was a real letdown. Lernen beginnen
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an event, performance etc that is not as good as you expected it to be
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When I see the faces of my little grandchildren, it lifts my spirits. Lernen beginnen
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a large quantity of something that is carried by a vehicle, person etc
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Come on, try to look on the bright side. Lernen beginnen
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to see the good points in a situation that seems to be bad
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The army has remained loyal to the government. Lernen beginnen
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always supporting your friends, principles, country etc
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I maintain that is was Sarah who broke the vase, not me. Lernen beginnen
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to strongly express your belief that something is true
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The film has the merit of being short. Lernen beginnen
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an advantage or good feature of something
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You can't move the goalposts now - I've already started working on the project! Lernen beginnen
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to change the rules, limits etc for something while someone is trying to do something, making it more difficult for them - used to show disapproval
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We asked a lawyer to help us nail down the details in the contract. Lernen beginnen
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to reach a final and definite agreement or decision about something
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What you said was true. It was, nevertheless, a little unkind. Lernen beginnen
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in spite of a fact that you have just mentioned
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There is no point worrying about something that might not happen. Lernen beginnen
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no purpose or aim of doing something
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It's no wonder you're hungry - you haven't eaten breakfast or lunch. Lernen beginnen
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used to say that you are not surprised by something
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The dogs next door are a real nuisance. Lernen beginnen
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a person, thing, or situation that annoys you or causes problems
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Nutrition and exercise are essential to fitness and health. Lernen beginnen
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the process of giving or getting the right type of food for good health and growth
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an assistant who’s really on the ball Lernen beginnen
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able to think or act quickly and intelligently
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Once you have changed into the gown, we'll take you to the operating theatre for surgery. Lernen beginnen
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a room in a hospital where operations are done
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It was impossible to predict the outcome of the election. Lernen beginnen
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the final result of a meeting, discussion, war etc – used especially when no one knows what it will be until it actually happens
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Most villagers are peasant farmers. Lernen beginnen
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a poor farmer who owns or rents a small amount of land, either in past times or in poor countries
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She didn’t have the physique to be a dancer. Lernen beginnen
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the size and appearance of someone’s body
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Soya beans are a good source of protein. Lernen beginnen
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one of several natural substances that exist in food such as meat, eggs, and beans, and which your body needs in order to grow and remain strong and healthy
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Free school lunches are given to children who qualify. Lernen beginnen
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to have the right to have or do something, or to give someone this right nie: entitle, authorise
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Some people say I am selfish. Quite the contrary -- I give millions to charity every year. Lernen beginnen
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the opposite of what has been said or suggested
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For my birthday, I drove a racing car around a rack track. Lernen beginnen
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a circular course around which runners, cars etc race, which often has a specially prepared surface
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Parents need to be fully informed so they can make a rational decision. Lernen beginnen
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(...) thoughts, decisions etc are based on reasons rather than emotions
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When he makes a mistake, Glen always finds a way to rationalize what he’s done. Lernen beginnen
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if you (...) behaviour that is wrong, you invent an explanation for it so that it does not seem as bad
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Parents are looking for reassurance about their children’s safety. Lernen beginnen
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something that is said or done which makes someone feel calmer and less worried or frightened about a problem
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He was accused of causing death by reckless driving. Lernen beginnen
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not caring or worrying about the possible bad or dangerous results of your actions
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She's clever and attractive, but also very modest -- how refreshing! Lernen beginnen
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pleasantly different from what is familiar and boring
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I saw Peter in the shop but I didn't register it was him until he said hello. Lernen beginnen
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if something (...) or if you (...) it, you realize or notice it, and then remember it
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a rehearsal for Romeo and Juliet Lernen beginnen
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a time when all the people in a play, concert etc practise before a public performance
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Can you rein in your constant criticism? It's getting me down. Lernen beginnen
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to start to control a situation more strictly
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Sarah rejected her brother’s offer of help. Lernen beginnen
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to refuse to accept, believe in, or agree with something
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You can always rely upon Sylvia to do what she says she'll do. Lernen beginnen
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to trust or depend on someone or something to do what you need or expect them to do
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She was filled with deep resentment at being passed over for promotion. Lernen beginnen
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a feeling of anger because something has happened that you think is unfair
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having stopped working, usually because of your age
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Financial institutions might be so risk- averse that they will not lend money. Lernen beginnen
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not willing to take risks
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Nelly and I had a big row. We haven't spoken since. Lernen beginnen
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a short angry argument, especially between people who know each other well
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I've completely run out of money -- could you lend me some, please? Lernen beginnen
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to use all of something and not have any more left
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Patricia sailed through the medical and was declared 100% fit. Lernen beginnen
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to succeed very easily in a test, examination etc
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They may be the same flesh and blood as me, but I could never do the things they do. Lernen beginnen
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someone who is part of your family
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Imagine a scenario where only 20% of people have a job. Lernen beginnen
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a situation that could possibly happen
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I real lots of books about self- improvement, but I never do anything. Lernen beginnen
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the process of trying to become a better and happier person, for example by gaining new knowledge
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You are in the same team as Ewan so you're going to have to set aside your differences. Lernen beginnen
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to decide not to consider a particular feeling or thing because something else is more important
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My shift lasts from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. Lernen beginnen
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if workers in a factory, hospital etc work (...), they work for a particular period of time during the day or night, and are then replaced by others, so that there are always people working
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Most young smokers are influenced by their friends’ and older siblings’ smoking habits. Lernen beginnen
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At the party Sandrine played the piano and we had a sing-song. Lernen beginnen
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when a group of people sing together, informally
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You can ask her if she wants to have children, but she'll probably just skate around the subject. Lernen beginnen
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to avoid mentioning a problem or subject, or not give it enough attention
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Each snowflake fell silently to earth. Lernen beginnen
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a small soft flat piece of frozen water that falls as snow
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It must feel wonderful to soar through the air like an eagle. Lernen beginnen
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to fly, especially very high up in the sky, floating on air currents
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Eastman Kodak is a major sponsor of the Olympics. Lernen beginnen
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a person or company that pays for a show, broadcast, sports event etc, especially in exchange for the right to advertise at that event
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A wide base will make the structure much more stable. Lernen beginnen
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steady and not likely to move or change
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You need to practise every day if you don't want your progress to stall. Lernen beginnen
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to stop making progress or developing
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You need stamina to be a long-distance runner. Lernen beginnen
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physical or mental strength that lets you continue doing something for a long time without getting tired nie: endurance
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Before you try, stand back and watch how the experts do it. Lernen beginnen
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step away from something in order to be safe
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state-of-the-art technology Lernen beginnen
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using the most modern and recently developed methods, materials, or knowledge
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I couldn’t look after him any more, the strain was too much for me. Lernen beginnen
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worry that is caused by having to deal with a problem or work too hard over a long period of time
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efforts to streamline the production process Lernen beginnen
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to make something such as a business, organization etc work more simply and effectively
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Moving to a new house is a very stressful experience. Lernen beginnen
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a job, experience, or situation that is (...) makes you worry a lot
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It struck me that she was very brave to talk about the difficulties she had overcome. Lernen beginnen
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if something (...) you, you think of it, notice it, or realize that it is important, interesting, true etc.
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Don't stuff yourself before you go swimming -- you'll feel sick. Lernen beginnen
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to eat so much food that you cannot eat anything else
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Illegal hunting is threatening the survival of the species. Lernen beginnen
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the state of continuing to live or exist
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Do you want to swap umbrellas? Lernen beginnen
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to give something to someone and get something in return
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I was sweating a lot despite the air conditioning. Lernen beginnen
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to have drops of salty liquid coming out through your skin because you are hot, ill, frightened, or doing exercise
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The eagle hovered, ready to swoop at any moment. Lernen beginnen
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if a bird or aircraft swoops, it moves suddenly down through the air, especially in order to attack something
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take the wind out of one's sails I confessed to the crime and took the wind out of his sails. Lernen beginnen
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to make someone lose their confidence, especially by saying or doing something unexpected
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If you have a good team spirit, you can stay positive even when everything is going wrong. Lernen beginnen
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willingness to work as part of a team
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The work was tiring and tedious. Lernen beginnen
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something that is tedious continues for a long time and is not interesting
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Jill has such a lovely relaxed temperament. Lernen beginnen
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the emotional part of someone’s character, especially how likely they are to be happy, angry etc
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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 tendency to do or become a particular thing, they are likely to do or become it
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the treatment of an illness or injury over a fairly long period of time
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These houses were built in 1930 or thereabouts. Lernen beginnen
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near a particular time, place, number etc, but not exactly
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We want to increase throughput of the factory so we can increase our profits. Lernen beginnen
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the amount of work, goods, or people that are dealt with in a particular period of time
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If you want to make new friends, my tip is to get a dog and take it out for walks. Lernen beginnen
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a helpful piece of advice
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I like opera to an extent, but it's not my favourite kind of music. Lernen beginnen
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This coffee cake is not to my liking, but the strawberry one is lovely. Lernen beginnen
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being just what you wanted
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Make sure you keep the toddler away from the fire. Lernen beginnen
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a very young child who is just learning to walk
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All staff will be trained in customer service skills. Lernen beginnen
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to teach someone the skills of a particular job or activity, or to be taught these skills
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Twenty miners were trapped underground. Lernen beginnen
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to prevent someone from escaping from somewhere, especially a dangerous place
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to believe that someone is honest or will not do anything bad or wrong
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If you're going to be late, don't bother to turn up at all. Lernen beginnen
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to arrive at a place, especially in a way that is unexpected
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He always gets typecast as the villain. Lernen beginnen
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to always give an actor the same type of character to play
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I was under a lot of pressure when I was taking my exams. Lernen beginnen
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a way of working or living that causes you a lot of anxiety, especially because you feel you have too many things to do
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under the watchful eye of The students will complete the project under the watchful eye of the headmaster. Lernen beginnen
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following someone's instructions or with someone's help
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We underestimated how long it would take to get there. Lernen beginnen
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to think or guess that something is smaller, cheaper, easier etc than it really is
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The country has undergone massive changes recently. Lernen beginnen
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if you undergo a change, an unpleasant experience etc, it happens to you or is done to you
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The great thing about Suzy is that even if everything is going wrong, she's completely unflappable. Lernen beginnen
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having the ability to stay calm and not become upset, even in difficult situations
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If you fall over when you're ice-skating, the ice is very unforgiving. Lernen beginnen
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an unforgiving place is very uncomfortable, for example because it is extremely hot or cold
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when a group of people or countries agree or are joined together
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a beautiful country hotel that is the perfect place to unwind Lernen beginnen
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to relax and stop feeling anxious
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a beautiful country hotel that is the perfect place to unwind Lernen beginnen
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to relax and stop feeling anxious
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We have our ups and downs like all couples. Lernen beginnen
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the mixture of good and bad experiences that happen in any situation or relationship
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The work she does is absolutely vital. Lernen beginnen
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extremely important and necessary for something to succeed or exist
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You naughty girl!’ Mom said, wagging her finger at me. Lernen beginnen
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if a dog wags its tail, or if its tail wags, the dog moves its tail many times from one side to the other
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A really weird thing happened last night. Lernen beginnen
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very strange and unusual, and difficult to understand or explain
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Going for a run every morning really improves my feeling of well-being. Lernen beginnen
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a feeling of being comfortable, healthy, and happy
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She lowered her bucket into the well. Lernen beginnen
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a deep hole in the ground from which people take water
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a worn patch on the carpet Lernen beginnen
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a worn object is old and damaged, especially because it has been used a lot
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