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What does the phrase 'it's all in my head' imply?
What does the phrase 'it's all in my head' imply?
- You are convinced of a negative outcome.
- Your perception may not match reality. (correct)
- Your thoughts are often based on reality.
- You are consciously aware of your actions.
What does experiencing chronic tardiness signify?
What does experiencing chronic tardiness signify?
- It is typically viewed as rude and problematic. (correct)
- It is considered acceptable in professional settings.
- It often leads to thoughts of self-deprecation.
- It suggests a carefree attitude toward commitments.
In what context is the phrase 'leave it to me' typically used?
In what context is the phrase 'leave it to me' typically used?
- To express confidence in executing a task.
- To acknowledge a mistake humorously before others can criticize. (correct)
- To indicate frustration over someone else's failures.
- To highlight a person’s superior organizational skills.
What does the phrase 'back in the day' refer to?
What does the phrase 'back in the day' refer to?
What is suggested by the term 'rose-colored glasses'?
What is suggested by the term 'rose-colored glasses'?
What is the meaning of 'short-sighted' in this context?
What is the meaning of 'short-sighted' in this context?
How do people commonly use the phrase 'typical me'?
How do people commonly use the phrase 'typical me'?
What is implied by 'accident prone' in a description of someone?
What is implied by 'accident prone' in a description of someone?
Why is self-deprecating humor seen as effective?
Why is self-deprecating humor seen as effective?
What is a common sentiment expressed when discussing the past?
What is a common sentiment expressed when discussing the past?
What does 'eye-opening' suggest about an experience?
What does 'eye-opening' suggest about an experience?
What is implied by being late 'once in a while' versus 'every day'?
What is implied by being late 'once in a while' versus 'every day'?
Identify the main connotation of 'long-standing' in relation to membership in a community.
Identify the main connotation of 'long-standing' in relation to membership in a community.
What does 'mass-produced' imply about certain goods?
What does 'mass-produced' imply about certain goods?
What effect does overthinking have in some social situations?
What effect does overthinking have in some social situations?
What does 'two-faced' suggest about a person's character?
What does 'two-faced' suggest about a person's character?
Which of these adjectives describes someone who is 'cold-blooded'?
Which of these adjectives describes someone who is 'cold-blooded'?
What does 'business-oriented' imply about management decisions?
What does 'business-oriented' imply about management decisions?
What is the implication of 'thought-provoking' regarding an article?
What is the implication of 'thought-provoking' regarding an article?
What does 'homesickness' typically denote?
What does 'homesickness' typically denote?
What does 'well-behaved' indicate about a child?
What does 'well-behaved' indicate about a child?
What does 'better off' refer to in this context?
What does 'better off' refer to in this context?
What can 'light-hearted' describe regarding someone's attitude?
What can 'light-hearted' describe regarding someone's attitude?
What does 'remote controlled' suggest about the functionality in this context?
What does 'remote controlled' suggest about the functionality in this context?
What does the phrase 'I like the idea of it' imply when used in conversation?
What does the phrase 'I like the idea of it' imply when used in conversation?
How is the term 'long-lived' most accurately interpreted in the context of species?
How is the term 'long-lived' most accurately interpreted in the context of species?
Which phrase conveys a sense of reluctance in acceptance?
Which phrase conveys a sense of reluctance in acceptance?
What does 'self-made' signify about a person?
What does 'self-made' signify about a person?
What is meant by the term 'high volume' in the context of traffic?
What is meant by the term 'high volume' in the context of traffic?
How would you best describe a 'well-balanced' education?
How would you best describe a 'well-balanced' education?
Which best defines 'self-centered' behavior?
Which best defines 'self-centered' behavior?
In what context is 'cross-section' used when referring to demonstrations?
In what context is 'cross-section' used when referring to demonstrations?
What does being described as 'kind-hearted' imply about a person?
What does being described as 'kind-hearted' imply about a person?
Which phrase suggests a condition of time management?
Which phrase suggests a condition of time management?
What does the term 'tight-fisted' imply about a company?
What does the term 'tight-fisted' imply about a company?
What does 'all-inclusive education' emphasize?
What does 'all-inclusive education' emphasize?
What does the phrase 'record-breaking win' signify?
What does the phrase 'record-breaking win' signify?
Which of the following best describes 'short-lived' relationships?
Which of the following best describes 'short-lived' relationships?
Flashcards
Good-looking
Good-looking
A person or object that is attractive or pleasing to look at.
Full-fledged
Full-fledged
A language that is fully developed and used by a large community.
Short-sighted
Short-sighted
Unable to see things clearly from a distance.
Time-consuming
Time-consuming
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Long-anticipated
Long-anticipated
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Ill-mannered
Ill-mannered
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All-encompassing
All-encompassing
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Widely recognized
Widely recognized
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Much needed
Much needed
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Accident-prone
Accident-prone
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Eye-opening
Eye-opening
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Long-awaited
Long-awaited
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Densely populated
Densely populated
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Mass-produced
Mass-produced
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Long-forgotten
Long-forgotten
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It's one thing to...
It's one thing to...
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It's all in my head.
It's all in my head.
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Leave it to me...
Leave it to me...
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Back in the day...
Back in the day...
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Rose-colored glasses
Rose-colored glasses
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Chronic tardiness
Chronic tardiness
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Typical me...
Typical me...
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It's one thing to do it this way, it's another to do it that way.
It's one thing to do it this way, it's another to do it that way.
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Overwhelmed
Overwhelmed
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Minor thing
Minor thing
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I like the idea of it
I like the idea of it
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It's one thing...
It's one thing...
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I like the idea of it
I like the idea of it
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I like the idea of it
I like the idea of it
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I like the idea of it
I like the idea of it
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I like the idea of it
I like the idea of it
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Take a deep dive
Take a deep dive
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Go Beyond
Go Beyond
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Go Beyond
Go Beyond
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Take a deep dive
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Study Notes
Compound Adjectives
- Good-looking: Describing someone's appearance as attractive.
- Full-fledged: Having all necessary qualities or features; fully developed.
- Short-sighted: Nearsighted; unable to see distant objects clearly without corrective lenses.
- Time-consuming: Requiring a lot of time to complete.
- Long-anticipated: Expected or desired for a long time.
- Ill-mannered: Rude or impolite.
- All-encompassing: Including or covering everything; very broad.
- Widely recognized: Known or accepted by many people.
- Much needed: Highly desirable or necessary.
- Accident-prone: Likely to have accidents.
- Alcoholic: Having a problem with alcohol.
- Eye-opening: Providing new insights or understandings; unexpectedly enlightening.
- Long-awaited: Expected for a considerable length of time.
- Densely populated: Having a large number of people living in a given area.
- Mass-produced: Produced in large quantities by machine.
- Long-forgotten: No longer remembered or considered; forgotten over time.
- Fondly remembered: Remembered with affection.
- Mouth-watering: Appealing to the appetite; delicious.
- Nerve-wracking: Making one anxious or tense.
- Thick-skinned: Relatively insensitive; able to endure criticism without being easily upset.
- Strong-willed: Having a firm will; determined.
- Bad-tempered: Easily angered; irritable.
- Brightly lit: Well-illuminated; brightly lit.
- Cold-blooded: Lacking compassion or emotion; indifferent.
- Record-breaking: Exceeding all previous records.
- Eye-catching: Attracting attention; visually appealing.
- Long-standing: Existing for a long period of time.
- Highly respected: Admired or honored by others.
- Better-off: Having a more favourable position regarding their finances or social status.
- Sun-baked: Dried by the sun; parched.
- Big-headed: Arrogant; conceited.
- English-speaking: Relating to the English language and its speakers.
- French-speaking: Relating to the French language and its speakers.
- Bloody-minded: Cruel or ruthless.
- Never-ending: Continuing without interruption.
- Blue-collar: Relating to workers who perform manual labor jobs.
- White-collar: Relating to employees with professional or management positions.
- Hot-tempered: Quick to anger.
- Ill-bred: Rude or badly behaved.
- Last-minute: In the final period of time.
- Bulletproof: Resistant to harm; impenetrable.
- All-consuming: Absorbing complete attention; overwhelming.
- Well-dressed: Attired tastefully.
- Broad-shouldered: Having shoulders which are broad.
- Big-faced: Having a face which is large.
- Stout: Corpulent; plump.
- Thick mustaches: Having a mustache of thick appearance.
- Duty-free: Not subject to taxes or import duties.
- Two-faced: Hypocritical; insincere.
- User-friendly: Easy to use.
- Absent-minded: Inattentive; forgetful.
- Remote-controlled: Operated from a distance using a remote device.
- Full-scale: Complete; total.
- Interest-free: Not incurring interest charges.
- Hands-on: Practical; involving direct participation.
- Sought-after: Highly desired or needed.
- Thought-provoking: Stimulating; prompting thought.
- Broken-hearted: Very sorrowful; emotionally devastated.
- Hard-working: Industrious; diligent.
- Deeply rooted: Fixed firmly in place/time.
- Well-behaved: Courteous and polite.
- Homesick: Feeling sorrow or longing for one's home.
- Consumer-oriented: Focused on the purchasing and consumption of goods.
- Easy-going: Calm and relaxed; not easily upset.
- Hot-blooded: Impulsive and passionate.
- Ill-equipped: Not adequately provided with the necessary materials or skills.
- Business-oriented: Focusing on commercial activities.
- Tight-fitting: Closely fitted or snug.
- Left-handed: Using the left hand predominantly.
- Easily used: Simple to use.
- Light-hearted: Joyful and cheerful; not serious.
- Far-reaching: Extensive or significant in scope.
- Time-saving: Effective in saving time.
- Tight-fisted: Miserly; reluctant to spend money.
- Brand new: Newly manufactured or created.
- White Collar: Relating to professional or managerial office jobs.
- Ready-made: Prepared or available without alteration or customisation.
- Long-lived: Existing or lasting for a long time.
- Long-term: Extending over a long period.
- Highly paid: Receiving a high salary.
- Well-paid: Earning a good salary.
- So-called: Said to be, but not necessarily true or genuine.
- Mind-blowing: Astonishing or incredible.
- All-inclusive: Including everything; comprehensive.
- Cross-section: A representative selection; a sample.
- Well-off: Wealthy; prosperous.
- Broad-minded: Open-minded; tolerant.
- Curly-haired: Having hair that is curly.
- Heart-shaped: Having a shape resembling a heart.
- Potty lips: Having lips that are pursed.
- High volume: Large amount or intensity of something.
- Never-ending: Continuing without a break or limit.
- Old-fashioned: Not modern; traditional.
- Middle-class: A social and economic group whose members have a moderate level of income and living standards.
- Poorly paid: Receiving a minimal salary.
- Record-breaking: Exceeding previous records.
- Self-absorbed: Focused excessively on oneself.
- Careless: Not paying attention to details; negligent.
- Hard to find: Difficult to locate or obtain.
- Top secret: So confidential that sharing it is forbidden.
- Self-centered: Showing excessive concern for oneself.
- Worthless: Having no value.
- Ashamed: Feeling guilt or regret over oneself.
- Self-made: Having achieved success through one's own efforts.
- Service-oriented: Focused on assisting others.
- Long-lived: Existing or lasting for a long time.
- Short-lived: Existing or lasting for a short time.
- Long-lasting: Existing or lasting for a long time.
- High-spirited: Full of energy and enthusiasm.
- Kind-hearted: Showing or characterized by kindness.
- Self-loving: Loving oneself.
- Compassionate: Showing empathy or sympathy.
- Last-minute: Done at the very end of a specified period of time.
- Even-tempered: Calm and composed; not easily angered.
- Well-balanced: Having the correct components in order; equitable or harmonious.
- Quick-witted: Intelligent and clever.
- Real-time: Happening or occurring at the same time.
- Better-looking: More appealing in appearance.
- Well-known: Famous; widely recognised.
- World-famous: Known throughout the world.
Phrases for Speaking Confidently
- "I like the idea of it": A polite way of saying "no, thanks".
- "It's one thing if...it's another if": Comparing two similar but different outcomes; one good, one bad.
- "It’s all in my head": Indicates overthinking or imagined problems.
- "Leave it to me": A self-deprecating way of taking responsibility for a task, even if you anticipate making a mistake.
- "Rose-colored glasses": A nostalgic view that idealizes the past, neglecting the negative aspects.
- "Back in the day": A reference to a past time period.
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