Vocabulary

• in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
• in terms of
• in particular: Specifically; especially.
• as well as: Also; in addition to
• think about: To consider something carefully.
• have to: Must do
• in the post: Sent by mail or postal service.
• at the moment: At this time; now
• at the end of the day: Ultimately; when everything else is considered.
• look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
• look to: Be looking to. be planning to (do something)
• around the world: In or to many countries.
• stand up to: To resist or fight someone who is being aggressive
• walk away from: To leave a situation or relationship, especially when it is difficult or unpleasant.
• on the table: Located on the surface of a table.
• such as: For example; like
• falling apart: To suffer a nervous breakdown
• almost all of: Nearly the entire quantity or number of something.
• long weekend: An extended weekend that includes an extra day off, such as a public holiday.
• at hand: Close by; readily available.
• as a result of: Because of something; owing to.
• as for: Concerning; regarding.
• push back: To force someone to withdraw or retreat
• regardless of
• across the board: Broad in scope or content
• in part: To some extent; partially.
• play in: To participate or compete in a game or competition.
• interest of: For the benefit or advantage of someone or something.
• get back to: To get in contact with someone again
• at this point in time: At the current or specific moment under consideration.
• point in time: A specific moment or instance when something occurs or exists.
• in time: Eventually; after a period of time.
• overwhelming majority: A very large majority; a majority that is so large as to be almost unanimous.
• critical to: Extremely important or essential.
• shift in: A change or alteration in something.
• work to do: Tasks or activities that need to be accomplished.
• point out: To make others aware of an idea
• for example: As an illustration or instance.
• made with: Containing a particular ingredient or material.
• result in: To cause or produce as a consequence.
• in the meantime: During the time between two events; meanwhile.
• do in: To make completely tired out and exhausted
• get a rise out of: To provoke or annoy someone to get a reaction.
• talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
• essentially: Basically; (said when stating the basic facts)
• absolutely: Completely; totally; very
• conscious: Aware of what is going on around you
• critical: Making a negative judgment of something
• effort: Amount of work used trying to do something
• demonstrate: To display a feeling or ability openly
• term: Conditions applying to an agreement, contract
• average: Total of numbers divided by the number of items
• impact: A striking effect or result to hit with force
• territory: Area of land defended by an animal
• reality: What is true, as opposed to what is imagined
• relationship: Connection between two or more people or things
• domestic: Someone paid to help with housework in your house
• shift: To change in position or direction
• encourage: To increase the chance of something happening
• prime: To get a person ready for; prepare someone
• military: Army or armed forces
• political: Being active or interested in government matters
• deal: To cope with something - usually troubles
• wonder: Surprise caused by experiencing something amazing
• state: Region within a country, with its own government
• explain: To make clear or easy to understand by describing
• dairy: Concerning or made from milk
• administration: Act of giving e.g. medicine to a patient
• fair: Neither very good nor very bad; average
• interest: Best or most advantageous thing for someone
• economy: Using money, resources in a careful, effective way
• produce: Fresh foods such as fruits and vegetables
• tariff: List of fixed prices at hotel
• moment: Very short or brief period of time
• defense: Argument in support of something
• lot: What happens to a person in life from chance; fate
• important: Having power or authority
• pain: Strong feeling of hurt or discomfort
• fact: Something that is known or proved to be true
• build: Your physical shape; physique
• aircraft: Vehicle that can fly
• agricultural: Concerning farming, or the land
• hockey: Sport played on a field with sticks and a ball
• diversify: To make or become more varied
• dependence: Relying on someone for (e.g. financial) support
• auto: Car; a road vehicle with four or more wheels