Vocab
What does it mean to 'see red'? Use it in a sentence
Lose control of your temper, become very angry
What are 6 transportation systems?
Highways, bridges, railways, airports, subways, bicycle lanes, ports
Completing the project by next week COULD be challenging given the current workload, but I think we can do it.
Answer: Completing the project by next week is feasible given the current workload.
The students asked for more time to do their essay, but the teacher told them that no.
The students asked for more time to do their essay, but the teacher told them no.
The ball is in your court...
Meaning: It’s your turn to make a decision or take action.
Example: "I’ve found a few hotel options; now the ball is in your court to decide which one to book."
What does it mean to 'get to the bottom of something'? Use it in a sentence
To solve and issue or a crime, often by finding out who is responsible / what is the cause
What are 5 public facilities?
School, library, hospital, govt buildings, parks, community centres
With the ongoing economic issues, there is a good chance that inflation might increase by the end of the year.
With the ongoing economic issues, inflation is likely to increase by the end of the year.
When they were kids, they used to watch the baseball on TV almost every day.
When they were kids, they used to watch baseball on TV almost every day.
Sharing is ___________!
Sharing is CARING!
It’s often used to encourage people to share their time, resources, or knowledge because it benefits everyone involved.
Can very often be used as sarcasm.
What does the phrasal verb 'stick up for' mean?
defend
What are 4 examples of communication systems?
Despite the complex nature of the project, success might be achieved with careful planning.
Despite the complex nature of the project, success is possible/feasible with careful planning.
I’m going to try to be more healthy. Since now, I’m going to stop smoking and start exercising.
From now on/Starting now, I’m going to stop smoking and start exercising.
What does it mean to 'kill two birds with one stone'?
"Kill two birds with one stone" means to accomplish two tasks or achieve two goals at the same time with a single action.
"By biking to work, I can avoid traffic and get my daily exercise—killing two birds with one stone."
What does the phrase 'nasty piece of work' mean? When do I use it?
An insult to say someone is a bad person, often rude.
Can I get 3 examples of utilities?
1.Water treatment plants
2.Sewage systems
3.Electric power plants
To meet health and safety regulations, wearing a helmet must be enforced on construction sites.
To meet health and safety regulations, wearing a helmet is mandatory on construction sites.
The cost of living is getting each time more expensive.
The cost of living is getting more and more expensive.
What does it mean to get 'bang for your buck'?
"Bang for your buck" refers to getting good value or maximum benefit for the amount of money, effort, or time you invest in something.
"Buying in bulk gives you more bang for your buck, as it saves money in the long run."
What does compromise mean?
An agreement or settlement of a dispute that is reached by each side making concessions.
What is the name for the part of the infrastructure where toilet and waste water goes?
Sewer / Sewerage System
Due to the weather forecast, it may not be safe to travel tomorrow.
Due to the weather forecast, it is unlikely to be safe to travel tomorrow.
We are eight in my family, so I’m used to sharing things and living with other people.
There are eight of us in my family, so I’m used to sharing things and living with other people.
The second, idiomatic meaning of 'housekeeping'
"Housekeeping" in a planning or organizational context refers to the basic tasks or routine maintenance necessary to keep things organized and functioning well.
"Before we start booking activities, let's take care of some housekeeping, like confirming the travel dates, checking passport expiration, and making sure we have travel insurance."