Vocabulary

• of course: Sure ; Certainly
• going on: To continue doing something
• at times: Sometimes; occasionally.
• behind the scenes: Secretly or without being known to the public.
• have to: Must do
• as one: Acting or moving together at the same time.
• in the west: Located in or towards the west.
• as for: Concerning; regarding.
• come back: To reply to someone, often forcefully
• outside of: Located or situated beyond the boundaries or confines of something.
• at a time: Separately; one by one
• at least: As a minimum
• in the past: During a former period of time; previously.
• in the way: Obstructing someone or something; hindering progress.
• on the other hand : Considering a different aspect of the matter; alternatively.
• at the moment: At this time; now
• in with: Fashionable or popular at the moment.
• in terms of
• back to work: Returning to one's job or professional duties after a period of absence.
• cast of characters: The actors and roles in a play, film, or other performance.
• waiting in the wings: Ready to take over a position or role when needed.
• spend more time: To dedicate a greater amount of time to a particular activity or person.
• on a daily basis: Happening every day.
• lie in: To stay in bed later than usual in the morning.
• along with: In addition to; together with.
• go along with: To agree to do something
• look back: To think about past events
• at will: Whenever or wherever you want; without needing permission.
• think about: To consider something carefully.
• talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
• in conjunction with: Together with; along with
• in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
• right for: Suitable or appropriate for a particular person, purpose, or situation.
• in public: In a place where anyone can see or hear you.
• in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
• tough: (Of food) difficult to chew or bite through
• period: Set amount of time during which events take place
• term: Conditions applying to an agreement, contract
• immediately: Without any delay; straight away
• effective: Working efficiently to produce a desired result
• advantage: Thing making the chance of success higher
• demand: Desire customers have to buy product, service
• legacy: Literature, arts etc. from previous generations
• relationship: Connection between two or more people or things
• acknowledge: To say you have received a letter, gift, etc.
• mention: To refer to or talk or write about something
• generally: Usually; as a rule; by, to or for most people
• huge: Very very large
• cabinet: Piece of furniture resembling a cupboard
• administration: Act of giving e.g. medicine to a patient
• deficit: Amount less than what is needed or required
• break: To create a new record e.g. running the 100m dash
• serve: To act in a particular position or office
• role: Character played by an actor
• press: Machine using pressure to shape, flatten, squeeze
• influential: Having the power to cause change; having influence
• leave: To go away from; depart
• social: Involving activity with people, e.g. in free time
• moment: Very short or brief period of time
• lot: What happens to a person in life from chance; fate
• important: Having power or authority
• kind: In a caring and helpful manner
• president: Person in charge of a country, or organization
• fact: Something that is known or proved to be true
• director: Senior person who manages part of an organization
• chief: Leader of a race or group of people
• public: Owned by the government
• fill: To make something full
• remember: To give someone a gift, e.g. birthday, wedding
• degradation: Reduction in quality or character
• testament: Evidence or proof (usually of something good)
• juggle: To entertain by throwing and catching balls, etc.
• maternity: For or relating to the time of having a baby
• briefing: To give information and instructions in a meeting
• upper: Drug that improves mood or increases energy
• gulf: Part of a sea partially surrounded by land
• politic: Careful what you say; diplomatic
• butler: Senior male servant in a household
• antagonistic: Opposing; causing or showing opposition or dislike
• congressman: Member of the US House of Representatives
• messenger: Someone who delivers things, e.g. by motor bike