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What does the phrase 'it slipped my mind' typically mean?
What does the phrase 'it slipped my mind' typically mean?
- I intentionally avoided thinking about it.
- I vaguely remember thinking about it.
- I predicted it would happen.
- I unintentionally forgot to do it. (correct)
In American English, what connotation does 'make a difference' usually carry?
In American English, what connotation does 'make a difference' usually carry?
- To create confusion or disagreement.
- To make a positive change or impact. (correct)
- To highlight the differences between two things.
- To cause any change, positive or negative.
What does it mean to 'connect with someone' in the context of forming relationships?
What does it mean to 'connect with someone' in the context of forming relationships?
- To physically link together.
- To establish a good relationship by sharing conversation and interests. (correct)
- To argue with or challenge someone's ideas.
- To avoid contact.
What does the phrase 'chip in' usually imply when getting a gift for a coworker?
What does the phrase 'chip in' usually imply when getting a gift for a coworker?
If someone asks you to 'stall' for a minute before a presentation, what are they asking you to do?
If someone asks you to 'stall' for a minute before a presentation, what are they asking you to do?
What does it imply when you say, 'I'm going to keep this short' before delivering news?
What does it imply when you say, 'I'm going to keep this short' before delivering news?
What does it mean when someone 'pops in' unexpectedly?
What does it mean when someone 'pops in' unexpectedly?
How does weather typically 'hinder' outdoor plans?
How does weather typically 'hinder' outdoor plans?
What does calling food 'exotic' typically imply?
What does calling food 'exotic' typically imply?
What does it suggest when someone tells you to 'give it a shot' regarding an activity?
What does it suggest when someone tells you to 'give it a shot' regarding an activity?
In what context would someone say a task is 'beneath them'?
In what context would someone say a task is 'beneath them'?
What does it mean to be 'all in' on a project?
What does it mean to be 'all in' on a project?
What does telling someone they are 'glowing' usually imply?
What does telling someone they are 'glowing' usually imply?
When someone says they 'can get along without' something, what does it mean?
When someone says they 'can get along without' something, what does it mean?
What do 'ties to' something or someone suggest?
What do 'ties to' something or someone suggest?
What is the primary purpose of a 'slogan'?
What is the primary purpose of a 'slogan'?
Why might a salesperson try to 'build rapport' with a potential customer?
Why might a salesperson try to 'build rapport' with a potential customer?
What does it mean when something or someone is described as 'the talk of the town'?
What does it mean when something or someone is described as 'the talk of the town'?
What are you implying when you ask someone to 'keep something to yourself'?
What are you implying when you ask someone to 'keep something to yourself'?
Which of the following actions best exemplifies 'making a difference' in a community?
Which of the following actions best exemplifies 'making a difference' in a community?
In a team project, how could one effectively 'chip in' to support their colleagues?
In a team project, how could one effectively 'chip in' to support their colleagues?
During a negotiation, how might someone 'stall' for time to gain an advantage?
During a negotiation, how might someone 'stall' for time to gain an advantage?
When asked to present findings at a conference with limited time, which strategy aligns with 'keeping it short'?
When asked to present findings at a conference with limited time, which strategy aligns with 'keeping it short'?
How could a business 'build rapport' with its customer base?
How could a business 'build rapport' with its customer base?
Imagine a local bakery introduces a new pastry that quickly becomes popular; how might this scenario be described using the phrase 'talk of the town'?
Imagine a local bakery introduces a new pastry that quickly becomes popular; how might this scenario be described using the phrase 'talk of the town'?
Which situation exemplifies the use of the phrase 'slipped my mind'?
Which situation exemplifies the use of the phrase 'slipped my mind'?
In the context of environmental conservation, what action shows 'making a difference'?
In the context of environmental conservation, what action shows 'making a difference'?
During a team project, what behavior exemplifies a colleague who is unwilling to 'chip in'?
During a team project, what behavior exemplifies a colleague who is unwilling to 'chip in'?
Which scenario best illustrates someone trying to 'stall' during an unwanted conversation?
Which scenario best illustrates someone trying to 'stall' during an unwanted conversation?
When asked to give feedback on a presentation, how does someone 'keep it short' and effective?
When asked to give feedback on a presentation, how does someone 'keep it short' and effective?
If a friend 'pops in' unexpectedly, what can you infer about their visit?
If a friend 'pops in' unexpectedly, what can you infer about their visit?
How can limited resources 'hinder' a project's success?
How can limited resources 'hinder' a project's success?
In descriptions, what impression does calling something 'exotic' convey?
In descriptions, what impression does calling something 'exotic' convey?
Why might an employer encourage someone to 'give [a new role] a shot' despite initial hesitation?
Why might an employer encourage someone to 'give [a new role] a shot' despite initial hesitation?
Consider a skilled professional asked to perform menial tasks. In what context might they consider the work 'beneath them'?
Consider a skilled professional asked to perform menial tasks. In what context might they consider the work 'beneath them'?
How can a leader show they are 'all in' on a new company strategy?
How can a leader show they are 'all in' on a new company strategy?
If someone tells you that you are 'glowing', what are they most likely implying?
If someone tells you that you are 'glowing', what are they most likely implying?
Imagine a person states they 'can get along without' social media; what lifestyle choice does this suggest?
Imagine a person states they 'can get along without' social media; what lifestyle choice does this suggest?
Which scenario could illustrate a celebrity having 'ties to' a charitable organization?
Which scenario could illustrate a celebrity having 'ties to' a charitable organization?
Which aspect characterizes an effective 'slogan' for a marketing campaign?
Which aspect characterizes an effective 'slogan' for a marketing campaign?
What demonstrates a manager is effectively 'building rapport' within a team?
What demonstrates a manager is effectively 'building rapport' within a team?
If rumors become 'the talk of the town', what can you infer about them?
If rumors become 'the talk of the town', what can you infer about them?
When asked to give a secret, what response embodies the phrase 'keep it to yourself'?
When asked to give a secret, what response embodies the phrase 'keep it to yourself'?
If a colleague asks you to 'chip in' for a retirement gift, what are they most likely asking you to do?
If a colleague asks you to 'chip in' for a retirement gift, what are they most likely asking you to do?
In which scenario would 'stalling' most likely be seen as a strategic move?
In which scenario would 'stalling' most likely be seen as a strategic move?
Which of the following best demonstrates 'keeping it short' during a Q&A session after a presentation?
Which of the following best demonstrates 'keeping it short' during a Q&A session after a presentation?
What might you infer if your neighbor 'pops in' while you're in the middle of an important video call?
What might you infer if your neighbor 'pops in' while you're in the middle of an important video call?
How might consistently negative online reviews 'hinder' a restaurant's success?
How might consistently negative online reviews 'hinder' a restaurant's success?
Which scenario best illustrates how calling a car from a luxury brand 'exotic' might be perceived negatively?
Which scenario best illustrates how calling a car from a luxury brand 'exotic' might be perceived negatively?
Why might a mentor advise a hesitant student to 'give public speaking a shot', even if they're very nervous about it?
Why might a mentor advise a hesitant student to 'give public speaking a shot', even if they're very nervous about it?
An experienced software engineer is asked to spend their time on resolving trivial help desk tickets, when they could be designing new features. In what context might they consider the requested tasks 'beneath them'?
An experienced software engineer is asked to spend their time on resolving trivial help desk tickets, when they could be designing new features. In what context might they consider the requested tasks 'beneath them'?
A company is switching to a completely new business model that requires changes from every employee. How would the CEO demonstrate that they are 'all in' on the new strategy?
A company is switching to a completely new business model that requires changes from every employee. How would the CEO demonstrate that they are 'all in' on the new strategy?
What can you infer if your friend tells you that they 'can get along without' watching any sports on TV?
What can you infer if your friend tells you that they 'can get along without' watching any sports on TV?
Flashcards
Slip Someone's Mind
Slip Someone's Mind
To forget something, often unintentionally.
Make a Difference
Make a Difference
To make a positive change or impact.
Connect With Someone
Connect With Someone
To form a bond or relationship with someone.
Chip In
Chip In
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Stall
Stall
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Keep Something Short
Keep Something Short
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Pop In On Someone
Pop In On Someone
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Hinder
Hinder
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Exotic
Exotic
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Give It a Shot
Give It a Shot
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Beneath You
Beneath You
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All In
All In
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Glowing
Glowing
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Get Along Without It
Get Along Without It
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Have Ties To
Have Ties To
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Slogan
Slogan
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Build Rapport
Build Rapport
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Talk of the Town
Talk of the Town
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Keep Something to Yourself
Keep Something to Yourself
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Study Notes
Elementary English Phrases
- Slip someone's mind: To forget something unintentionally.
- Example: "I meant to call you last night, but it slipped my mind."
- Make a difference: To make a positive change or impact.
- Example: "Recycling makes a difference for our planet."
Intermediate English Phrases
- Connect with someone: To form a good relationship by talking and sharing interests.
- Used negatively to express a lack of rapport: "I just don't connect with them."
- Chip in: To contribute, often money, towards a common goal.
- Example: "The employees all chipped in to buy a gift for the boss."
- Can also refer to contributing effort or work.
- Example: "Could you chip in in the kitchen right now? I really need help."
- Stall: To delay or stop something.
- "Can you stall for just a minute? I'm trying to fix my computer."
- Can also refer to delaying. "Don't stall, can you stop stalling!"
- Can be used when a car stops working. "My car just stalled I had to pull over"
Advanced Intermediate English Phrases
- Keep something short: To make a story or message brief and concise.
- Example: "I'm going to keep this short, but I have to tell you something really important."
- Pop in on someone: To visit someone informally, often unexpectedly and briefly.
- Example: "My family just kind of popped in on me; I wasn't expecting them."
- Hinder: To slow down or ruin something, often used negatively.
- Example: "The delays really hindered our travel plans."
Advanced English Phrases
- Exotic: Unusual, unfamiliar, or from a foreign place.
- Can be used to describe food from different cultures.
- Give it a shot: To try something with an open mind, even if you might fail.
- Example: "I don't know if I can get this job, but I'm going to apply. I'm just going to give it a shot."
- Beneath you: Not worthy of you, or too good for something.
- Example: "This work is beneath me; I am too good for this work."
Fluent Phrases
- All in: Fully committed or dedicated to something.
- Example: "I'm all in! Let's do it!"
- Glowing: Looking happy, confident, and healthy.
- Example: "You're glowing! Did you just get back from vacation?"
- Get along without it: To manage or be successful without something.
- Example: "I can get along without coffee"
- Have ties to someone/something: To have connections to something.
- Example: "They have ties to the gangs" or "I have ties to different companies"
Master Level Phrases
- Slogan: A short and memorable phrase, often used to advertise something.
- Examples; "Just do it", "I'm loving it"
- Build rapport: To establish trust in a relationship with someone.
- Example: "It's important to build rapport with your co-workers."
- Talk of the Town: Something that is very popular or widely discussed in a community.
- Example: "The new employee is the talk of the town."
- Keep something to yourself: To keep a secret.
- Example: "Just keep this to yourself; don't tell everybody."
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