GRAMMAR: have
Complete the sentence: "I _ my back" (meaning to support someone)
have
If someone is very kind and generous, you might say they have this
A heart of gold
This expression combines two concepts: something that can be both beneficial and detrimental, depending on how it's used.
a double-edged sword
What's the meaning of the phrase "Have a go at something"?
To try or attempt something
Complete the missing words.
1 They suddenly got married on holiday in Las Vegas - they're very sp_____.
2 She never asks for anyone's help. She's completely se_____-su_____.
1 spontaneous
2 self-sufficient
Complete the missing word.
He seems tough, but de_____ do_____ he's quite sensitive.
deep down
Explain the use of "will have" in "I'll have the report finished by tomorrow."
Expressing a future arrangement or intention
This phrase means to be practical and unpretentious.
Down to earth
Complete the idiom.
The renovation project was a real r_ f_ d_, but we managed to keep our heads above water.
recipe for disaster
Rewrite the sentence using the bold word.
I need to pay someone to repair my glasses. have
I need __________.
I need to have my glasses repaired.
If you're the most entertaining person at a social gathering, you might be called this.
The life and soul of the party
Complete the sentence: "Sarah is known for her _ approach to work, always paying attention to every detail."
conscientious
Rewrite the sentence using the bold word.
If we buy a dishwasher, it won't be necessary to do the washing-up. have
If we buy a dishwasher, __________.
... I won't have to do the washing-up.
Complete the idioms with one word.
1 My kids can be a real _____ in the neck when we eat out - they're so fussy!
2 My grandfather's always had a quick _____. We were quite scared of him when we were young.
1 pain
2 temper
Arrange these words from least to most conscientious: diligent, careless, thorough, lazy.
lazy, careless, diligent, thorough