Vocabulary

• think about: To consider something carefully.
• in part: To some extent; partially.
• going on: To continue doing something
• in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
• in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
• in stride: To deal with problems or difficulties calmly and without allowing them to influence what you are doing
• in terms of
• talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
• on the table: Located on the surface of a table.
• in the past: During a former period of time; previously.
• have to: Must do
• figure out: To understand the behavior of someone
• approved for: Officially accepted or allowed.
• in a sense: In one way of thinking; to some extent; in some ways.
• in the face of: When confronted with something difficult or challenging.
• tricky question: A question that is difficult to answer, often because it is designed to be confusing or misleading.
• look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
• on the part of: By or done by (someone); concerning someone.
• at the same time: Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
• same time: Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
• of course: Sure ; Certainly
• every kind of: Each and all types of something; all varieties of.
• at night: During the night; in the nighttime.
• from time to time: Occasionally; sometimes but not regularly.
• in public: In a place where anyone can see or hear you.
• to some extent: Partially; not completely.
• in the streets: Located or happening outdoors in public roads or areas.
• take in: To allow to enter; receive as a guest
• in the future: At a later time; in times to come.
• in the west: Located in or towards the west.
• pendulum swings: The movement of a pendulum from one extreme to the other.
• check on: To check that things are OK, correct
• in power: Having control of a country or organization.
• such as: For example; like
• by and large: Generally; on the whole; mostly.
• in order to: For the purpose of; with the aim of.
• in control: Having the power to direct or regulate something; able to manage or direct a situation or person.
• account of: A spoken or written description of an event.
• got to: To arrive at some place
• lean on: To depend on someone for support or help.
• as opposed to: In contrast to; rather than.
• other places: Different locations or areas
• with the passage of time: As time goes by; gradually over a period.
• work on: To devote effort to improve or develop something
• at least: As a minimum
• come from: To have as your native country or city
• feel the need: To have a strong desire or urge to do something.
• deal with
• anxiety: A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about something that might happen, especially when the outcome is uncertain.
• sort: To organize things by putting them into groups
• distraction: Something drawing your attention away from
• realize: To become aware of or understand mentally
• encounter: To come up against a problem or trouble; meet
• tend: To move or act in a certain manner
• sense: Certain mental feeling or emotion
• dynamic: Always active or energetic; getting things done
• conversation: Talking with other people; discussion or chat
• position: Person's opinion or attitude about something
• curious: Wanting to know more about something
• relationship: Connection between two or more people or things
• current: Electricity flowing through wires
• reality: What is true, as opposed to what is imagined
• pressure: Anxiety caused by difficult problems
• status: Position or rank relative to others in a society
• issue: To make something available to be used or sold
• desire: To wish for, hope or want something
• extent: Point, level or limit to which something reaches
• political: Being active or interested in government matters
• lean: To balance against or on something for support
• society: A group who meet to share values or interests
• encourage: To increase the chance of something happening
• state: Region within a country, with its own government
• military: Army or armed forces
• assertive: Being confident and sure of yourself
• nervous: Concerning the system of nerves in the body
• democratic: (Of government) giving the people power, a vote
• reason: To think and make conclusions in a logical manner
• civilization: A highly developed society
• civil: Of citizens of a country; not military, criminal
• social: Involving activity with people, e.g. in free time
• complicate: To make more difficult to do, understand or use
• economy: Using money, resources in a careful, effective way
• satellite: Device sent into space that aids communication
• accord: Agreement or harmony
• century: Period of 100 years
• control: A device designed to operate a machine
• greatness: Property of outstanding importance or eminence
• program: To make someone act or think in a certain way
• government: Group of people and system that rule a nation
• kind: In a caring and helpful manner
• rise: To wake up and get out of bed after sleeping
• peninsula: Narrow strip of land projecting into a sea or lake
• stride: To make progress on something such as a project
• freedom: State of being free, not being controlled
• reflex: Body's physical reaction done unconsciously
• regional: Of a particular area, not the whole of a country
• politic: Careful what you say; diplomatic
• leadership: Quality of being able to guide or influence others
• mainland: Main land mass of a country or continent
• neighbor: Person who lives, or is near, you
• constrain: To make someone do something by strong persuasion
• visa: Authorization to enter a foreign country
• elective: Done by choice; not required