definitions
(of a city) covered with buildings across a large area, often ones that have been added gradually over a period of time
sprawling
He went to a supermarket to buy a few _____ and ______.
bits and pieces.
A: I heard there was another incident in the park last night.
B: Yeah, someone got attacked while walking home. It’s scary how unsafe some areas have become.
muggings and shootings
foremost expired
First and foremost, we need to check if the food has expired before serving it to the guests.
Find and correct a mistake:
Having visited the city several times, Kasia was
starting to feel at home there.
started
an area of a city that is in very bad condition, where very poor people live
slum
I don't go into the centre every day, but I enjoy
shopping there _________ and then.
(every) now
A: Do you smell that?
B: Ugh, yes! The air is so polluted — it’s probably all the exhaust from cars and factories.
A: No wonder so many people have breathing issues.
smog and fumes
crack down on to be aware of
The government plans to crack down on illegal activities, so everyone needs to be aware of the new regulations.
It was the third time the city ....................by an
earthquake. (destroy)
had been travelling
the number of crimes that are committed during a period of time in a particular place
crime rate
Vandals have been fined ____________ for damaging the city hall.
heavily
A: Have you ever walked through the East End lately?
B: Yes, the buildings are crumbling, and families live in such poor conditions.
A: It really breaks your heart. No one should live like that.
slum
entitled full to the brim
The novel, entitled The Forgotten Kingdom, is full to the brim with thrilling adventures and unexpected twists.
Find and correct a mistake:
The train was very packed.
totally
to rise very quickly to a high level
soar
Honestly, the stench was ________!
unbearable
A: Look at all these wrappers on the ground!
B: It’s disgusting. Why is it so hard for people to just use a bin?
dropping litter
wine and dine flabbergasted
They decided to wine and dine their guests at an elegant restaurant, leaving everyone flabbergasted by the luxurious atmosphere.
Find and correct a mistake:
It was an absolutely mess.
absolute
to appear by coming out of something or out from behind something
emerge
Our city's got a wild clubbing scene, so we’ll be spoilt
for________.
choice
A: Did you see that guy’s car? It’s worth more than my apartment!
B: And don’t get me started on the designer bags and watches everyone’s flaunting lately.
A: It’s like people need to prove their worth with stuff.
conspicuous consumption
deafening impose
The judge imposed a fine on the company for the environmental violations, while the deafening noise from the nearby construction site made it nearly impossible to hear the verdict.
At the time I met them, they .................... from city
to city for many years, never making a permanent
home. (travel)
had been travelling