Definitions
out of blue
a sudden, unexpected event or situation
when you try to stop problems before they grow bigger
address problems to its roots
I just need 10 minutes to lie down and breathe. I need a break.
respite
Drinking coffee can temporarily _____ the feeling of tiredness.
numb your feelings
fatigue
extreme tiredness, typically resulting from mental or physical exertion
when your brain feels overloaded and you can’t focus
my brain has 37 tabs open
If you don't sleep enough, it can really harm your health.
take a toll on
Not getting enough rest can _____ your energy throughout the day.
sap
biased
being unfairly in favor of one thing compared to another
when you do something just because everyone else is doing it
follow the herd
She kept thinking for weeks about whether to tell him or not.
ruminate
She’s always been my _____ person for advice.
go-to
mundane
ordinary, boring, or lacking excitement
when you show off something you have, like a fancy car or new shoes
flaunt
You keep going over that argument again and again (repeating it) — move on!
rehash
It took a few tough months but eventually she managed to ________ back from the emotional slump.
bounce
break a bank
a phrase meaning to spend a lot of money
when you manage to prevent bad feelings or problems from affecting you
keep something at bay
She always listens to calming music before a big presentation to help her relax weak her nervousness.
diffuse anxiety
They _________ their freedom after ten years of unjust imprisonment.
regained