UNIT 1
Special words or phrases used by a particular group of people, often hard to understand by outsiders. For example, medical or tech ______.
Jargon
A person who is running away or hiding to avoid being caught by the police, usually because they are wanted for a crime.
Fugitive
To do more than one task at the same time, like checking emails while talking on the phone.
To multitask
Being correct or precise in what you do, like solving a math problem without mistakes.
Accuracy
A movie or TV show that tells the story of a real person's life, often focusing on their major accomplishments or struggles.
Biopic
To watch someone carefully, often to make sure they are doing something or staying safe.
To keep an eye on sb
A student, especially in a school setting, who is learning under the guidance of a teacher.
Pupil
A public gathering of people who express their opinions or protest, often about a cause or issue.
Demonstration
To spend time doing something unimportant or unproductive, when you could be using your time better.
Waste time
To not look directly into someone's eyes, often done when feeling nervous, shy, or uncomfortable.
Avoid eye contact
When workers stop doing their jobs as a way of protesting, usually to demand better pay, conditions, or rights.
To go on strike
To say or do something exactly right, or to find the perfect solution to a problem.
To hit the nail on the head
To demonstrate excitement or energy about something, like being eager to help or talk about a topic.
Show enthusiasm
To tell a harmless, small lie, often to avoid hurting someone's feelings or to make things easier.
To tell a white lie
To care deeply about something or someone, or to hold something emotionally important.
To keep close to one's heart