Idioms
stop studying
drop out
...be wary on anyone o_____ you solid gold pieces of advice.
caring about the needs and happiness of other people and being willing to do things to help them, even if it brings no advantage to yourself
altruism
pronounce this word: /əˈpɔːlɪŋ/
I can only stand Rob's company for a short time - he _________ stop talking!
WON'T
learn something from the beginning
from scratch
If you want to r______ legal advice, you'll need to see a lawyer.
RECEIVE
to do things in order to make somebody like you, especially somebody who will be useful to you.
ingratiate.
Example: Ana's always trying to ingratiate herself with the teacher - she's so annoying!
pronounce this word: /kəˈrɪzmə/
Alex is almost certainly at work now. He always arrives before 8.
It's 8. Alex ______ be at work now.
WILL
believe how good people say you are
believe your own hype
You can a___ your bank manager f__ advice on investments.
ASK
"The lowliest-looking person is filled with gifts and talents beyond your imagination." What does 'lowly' mean as an adjective?
low in status or importance; ordinary.
pronounce this word: wary
/ˈweəri/
I ______ often walk to work because it's more pleasant than driving.
WILL
fail, make a mistake
screw up
People with a health problem should s_____ medical advice from a doctor.
SEEK
different and less welcome aspects of an idea.
flip side
pronounce this word: determined
/dɪˈtɜːmɪnd/
I don't know what's wrong with the speakers, but they ________ (connect) to my laptop.
WON'T
persuade people to allow you to do something
talk someone's way
...middle-school pupils were much more enthusiastic about doing their homework after d______ advice on the topic.
DISPENSING
making somebody feel pleased and special
flattering.
Example: It's flattering to be offered a promotion, but I don't really want to move to London.
pronounce this word: enthusiasm
/ɪnˈθjuːziæzəm/
It's vital that your password _______ (disclose) to anyone else.
SHOULDN'T BE DISCLOSED