Unit 4 - Lesson 2

used to describe someone who has no plans or obligations, often feeling uncertain about how to spend their time

Since I finished my work early, I find myself at a loose end for the rest of the day.

to overwhelm someone or something with an excessive amount of work, tasks, requests, or messages, often causing a feeling of being stressed

The students were snowed under with assignments and exams, making it a challenging semester.

to stand in a line or row extending in a single direction

The students lined up to get their lunch.

to fasten an object securely with ropes

Before sailing, sailors tie the boat up to the dock.

(of a deal, plan, arrangement, etc.) to fail to happen or be completed

Despite careful preparation, the business deal began to fall through at the last minute.

to initiate an action or task, particularly when someone has granted permission or in spite of doubts or opposition

She received approval from her manager to go ahead with the new marketing campaign.

to escape a responsibility

He always tries to get out of doing his chores.

to cancel what has been planned

We might need to call off the picnic if it keeps raining.

to slowly reduce the activity of a business or organization, leading to its eventual closure

The company plans to wind down its operations over the next six months.

to appear or arise unexpectedly, often referring to a problem, issue, or situation that was not previously anticipated or planned for

Just before the event, technical difficulties cropped up, causing a slight delay in the scheduled program.