Vocab
The town has experienced an _ of tourists since the new airport opened.
influx
crammed full
After years of financial problems, the company was on the point of _.
collapse
Instead of constantly worrying about the future, try to focus on the _.
here and now
What is the national flower of Japan?
Cherry Blossom
After ten years in the _, Denise decided to quit her job and live in the South of France.
rat race
The musician _ all types of big production for her new live tour - no big live band, just her and her guitar.
stripped away
After the controversial advertisement campaign, the company received a wave of _ on social media.
backlash
When Enzo first came into the class, Denise wasn't sure what to think of him but over time she has now _ him.
taken to
Until 1923, what was the Turkish city of Istanbul called?
Constantinople
The government has promised to _ mafia bosses.
crack down on
If you spend hours checking your phone will studying, it _ of taking a break of social media.
defeats the object
The tour guide entertained us with fascinating _.
nuggets of history
Living with a local family gave me the opportunity for _ in the language and culture.
full immersion
What was the most-watched series on Netflix in 2019?
Stranger Things
We _ the coast with a rental car.
worked our way around
Small businesses are beginning to _ the weight of rising energy costs.
buckle under
When Denise is stressed, she _ in walks in the nature.
seeks solace
The online rumour began to _ after being shared by several famous accounts.
gain traction
When was the London underground opened?
a) 1854
b) 1863
c) 1910
d) 1921
b) 1863
We were _ of the pub at 2am when it closed.
turfed out
The government is _ with the rising cost of living.
grappling
The manager had to _ the team's enthusiasm to keep the project within budget.
rein in
Guided tours are great for _, since travelling alone can be daunting a lot of the time.
the uninitiated
What scientific theory proposed that the Earth revolves around the sun?