Unit 1 - Reference

a person whom one knows but is not a close friend

She bumped into an old acquaintance at the grocery store and exchanged pleasantries.

used to say that one person has the same ideas, opinions, or mentality as another person

During the brainstorming session, the team members quickly realized they were on the same wavelength, generating innovative ideas seamlessly.

a person who is in charge of a large organization or has an important position there

I'll have to check with my boss before I can confirm.

someone who is or was in the same class as you at school or college

At the class reunion, old classmates reminisced about their shared experiences and achievements.

someone with whom one works

My colleague and I collaborated on a project that received high praise from our manager for its innovative approach.

an organization that does business and earns money from it

He invested his savings in a small startup company.

the person one used to be married to or have a relationship with

My ex and I are on good terms and remain friends after our breakup.

to no longer be friends with someone as a result of an argument

After a heated debate, the friends fell out and stopped speaking to each other.

a person who is related to someone by marriage

His in-laws are visiting for the holidays.

to become familiar with someone or something by spending time with them and learning about them

I want to get to know my new neighbors better.

having something jointly or mutually possessed

They have a lot in common despite coming from different backgrounds.

a group of people or objects placed in a line

The students sat in a row during the assembly, listening attentively to the guest speaker.

one's ability to say funny things or be amused by jokes and other things meant to make one laugh

Emily's self-deprecating humor allows her to poke fun at herself and laugh along.

to not have knowledge or awareness about someone or something

I read the newspaper every morning so that I don't completely lose touch with what's happening in the world.

to suddenly become enraged and uncontrollably angry

Every time he insults her, she sees red and can't help but respond angrily.

the woman that is married to one's parent but is not one's biological mother

She got along well with her stepmother.

having unusual, unexpected, or confusing qualities

He has a strange habit of talking to himself when he's working.

a person who is a member of the same team as another person, typically in sports or other competitive activities

She passed the ball to her teammate.

to be owned by a particular person or group

The beautiful garden belongs to the community and is open to everyone.

able to speak or write clearly and effortlessly

She gave a fluent explanation of the new policy.

having a strong enthusiasm, desire, or excitement for something or someone

She was keen to dive into the new book series, devouring each novel with gusto.

to use money as a payment for services, goods, etc.

She spent a lot on gifts for her family during the holiday season.

the desire to find out or learn more about a person or thing

Sarah developed a keen interest in photography after receiving her first camera as a gift.

to feel upset and nervous because we think about bad things that might happen to us or our problems

She tends to worry about upcoming exams.

able to be relied on to do what is needed or asked of

She's dependable, always coming through when needed and proving to be trustworthy in all situations.

to provide someone with support, hope, or confidence

The teacher always took the time to encourage her students, praising their efforts and boosting their confidence in the classroom.

having a willingness to freely give or share something with others, without expecting anything in return

She's a generous donor, always contributing to charitable causes and helping those in need.

naturally caring, empathetic, and inclined to act with kindness and generosity toward others

feeling angry and unhappy because someone else has what we want

Don't be jealous of his success, you can achieve great things too.

to have a particular meaning or represent something

His silence meant that he was not interested in the conversation.

bringing enjoyment and happiness

Reading a good book on a rainy day is one of life's pleasant experiences.

always putting one's interests first and not caring about the needs or rights of others

She's so selfish; she never considers how her actions affect others.

ill-tempered and in a bad mood, tending to sulk

He gave a sulky reply and crossed his arms.

having a positive and cheerful attitude

Despite the setbacks, she remained upbeat about the project's success.

to look after a child until they reach maturity

The grandparents played a significant role in bringing up their grandchildren.

to choose to continue an ongoing activity

After a short break, they carried on with the meeting.

to enter a bus, ship, airplane, etc.

The passengers lined up to get on the cruise ship.

to change from being a child into an adult little by little

Many children dream of what they want to be when they grow up.

to take care of someone or something and attend to their needs, well-being, or safety

The nurse looks after the sick patient by monitoring their condition and providing medication.

to have a great deal of respect, admiration, or esteem for someone

She has always looked up to her older brother for his wisdom.

to look or act like an older member of the family, especially one's parents

The little girl strongly takes after her mother.

to express sharp disapproval or criticism of someone's behavior or actions

She told her friend off for spreading rumors about her.