Using Context Clues to Determine the Definition
If the lightbulb is too dim to illuminate the room, it should be replaced.
light up
In a few words, he gave us a CONCISE version of Chapter 10.
What does concise mean?
keep it short or brief
Losing that job was a blessing in disguise because it pushed me to start my own successful business.
A misfortune that turns out good
We live far apart, so I only see my grandparents once in a blue moon.
Something that doesn't happen often
A good friend will stick by you through thick and thin.
Through both good times and bad times
We do not like how the animals in the circus are treated, so our plan is to boycott the circus.
refuse to support
The drunk driver became increasingly BELLIGERENT with the police officers when they tried to pull him over.
hostile/eager to fight/aggressive
“I have a million things to do today”
You are very busy
Stop beating around the bush and tell me exactly what happened with the missing money.
To avoid talking about the main topic, often because it is uncomfortable
Well, speak of the devil, here's Sarah now! We were just discussing her new project"
Said when a person you are just talking about unexpectedly appears
The company had to demolish the building to make room for the new parking lot.
destroy
Peter and his crew had a MONOTONOUS task: night and day they monitored the grounds for sounds of tunneling.
repetitive, lacking in variety
If you think I'm the one who reported you to the manager, you're barking up the wrong tree; it was actually Jim".
Pursuing a mistaken line of thought or course of action; making a wrong assumption about something.
I know you're stressed about your studies, but hang in there; it will get easier.
To be patient and not give up, even during difficulties
Don't worry, I'm just pulling your leg; I didn't actually win the lottery
To joke with someone by telling them something untrue.
Jane is an ambitious student who spends all her free time studying so she can get good grades.
someone who works hard and is driven to succeed
If we didn't pack enough provisions for our trip we can always buy some when we get there?
supplies
I can kill two birds with one stone by listening to podcasts while I exercise.
To achieve two goals with one action
It's a shame we lost the game, but there's no point in crying over spilled milk now.
To be upset about something bad that has happened and cannot be changed.
It's been a long day; I'm exhausted and ready to hit the sack.
Go to bed
It's MANDATORY to come to school when you are 13 years old.
required
I consider myself warm and friendly, but I act cool and ALOOF with other people.
not friendly, uninterested
We discussed budgets and timelines, but nobody mentioned the possibility of the project failing, which was the elephant in the room.
A major problem or controversial issue that is obvious to everyone but ignored or avoided in discussion because it is uncomfortable.
He said he could run a mile in four minutes, but I'd take that with a pinch of salt.
To not completely believe something you hear because it might be exaggerated or untrue.
We've made our offer for the house; the ball is in their court now.
It is your turn to take action or make a decision.