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accommodating
an accommodating child
sākt mācīties
helpful and willing to do what someone else wants
nie: obliging
awkward
I hoped he would stop asking awkward questions.
sākt mācīties
making you feel embarrassed so that you are not sure what to do or say
na a
be blown away by
I wasn't completely blown away by their performance, to be honest with you.
sākt mācīties
to feel very surprised and excited by something
zwrot z phrasalem, bez take
belt out
Do you think it gives her a sore throat, belting out those songs every night?
sākt mācīties
to sing a song or play an instrument loudly
brief
The architect’s brief is to design an extension that is modern but blends with the rest of the building.
sākt mācīties
official instructions that explain what someone’s job is, what their duties are etc
caption
a photograph of the couple captioned ‘rebuilding their romance’
sākt mācīties
words printed above or below a picture in a book or newspaper or on a television screen to explain what the picture is showing
chill out
Chill out -- there's no point getting so stressed.
sākt mācīties
to relax completely instead of feeling angry, tired, or nervous
nie z wind, na c, phrasal
chunk
I break my revision down into small chunks, it helps me remember things.
sākt mācīties
a large thick piece of something that does not have an even shape
clumsy
A clumsy waiter spilled wine all over her new skirt.
sākt mācīties
moving or doing things in a careless way, especially so that you drop things, knock into things etc
na c
clutter
the clutter of soaps, shampoos, and towels in the bathroom
sākt mācīties
a large number of things that are scattered somewhere in an untidy way
rzeczownik
come up with
My dad came up with a great idea for a holiday.
sākt mācīties
to think of an idea, answer etc
phrasal nie z out
continuity
We should ensure continuity of care between hospital and home.
sākt mācīties
the state of continuing for a period of time, without problems, interruptions, or changes
convey
All this information can be conveyed in a simple diagram.
sākt mācīties
to communicate or express something, with or without using words
czasownik, przekazać
cost a fortune
I'm not going to buy those shoes because they cost a fortune.
sākt mācīties
cost a very large amount of money
nie z kończynami
cover up
The doctor tried to cover up his mistake, but he was found out eventually.
sākt mācīties
an attempt to prevent the public from discovering the truth about something
nie z hush
craze
She started a craze for this type of jewellery.
sākt mācīties
a fashion, game, type of music etc that becomes very popular for a short time
crucial factor
When making a film, the crucial factor is the storyline.
sākt mācīties
the extremely important part that everything else depends on
kluczowy czynnik
crunch
Their boots crunched loudly on the frozen snow.
sākt mācīties
to make a sound like something being crushed
cuddle up
The children cuddled up to each other for warmth.
sākt mācīties
to lie or sit very close to someone or something
culminate
A series of events for teachers and students will culminate in a Shakespeare festival next year.
sākt mācīties
if a process (...) in or with a particular event, it ends with that event
cultivate
If you cultivate good relationships at work, it can help you in the future.
sākt mācīties
to make an effort to develop a friendly relationship with someone, especially someone who can help you
curl up
I just wanted to curl up and go to sleep.
sākt mācīties
to move so that you are lying or sitting with your arms and legs bent close to your body
dominate
The industry is dominated by five multinational companies.
sākt mācīties
to control someone or something or to have more importance than other people or things
dominować
drive to distraction
I used to dance non-stop when I was a teenager, it drove my parents to distraction.
sākt mācīties
to continue annoying or upsetting someone very much
zwrot, nie z bend
eccentric
His eccentric behaviour lost him his job.
sākt mācīties
behaving in a way that is unusual and different from most people
ekscentryczny
exasperate
It exasperates me to hear comments like that.
sākt mācīties
to make someone very annoyed by continuing to do something that upsets them
jedno słowo
flap
The flags were flapping in the breeze.
sākt mācīties
if a bird (...) its wings, it moves them up and down in order to fly
front row
We're so excited because we've got tickets in the front row for the gig.
sākt mācīties
the first line of seats in a theatre or cinema
fulfilling
Nursing is still one of the most fulfilling careers.
sākt mācīties
making you feel happy and satisfied because you are doing interesting, useful, or important things
nie: rewarding
fussy
I prefer plain designs to something fussy.
sākt mācīties
(...) clothes, objects, buildings etc are very detailed and decorated - used to show disapproval
get a buzz
I really got a buzz from seeing my first book in print.
sākt mācīties
have a strong feeling of excitement, pleasure, or success, or a similar feeling from drinking alcohol or taking drug
get into a flap
We're only going to be two minutes late so don't get into a flap.
sākt mācīties
become very excited or worried about something
zwrot
get off to a good start
I didn't get off to a good start when I left my mobile phone on the bus.
sākt mācīties
begin well
giggle
If you can’t stop giggling you’ll have to leave the room.
sākt mācīties
to laugh quickly, quietly, and in a high voice, because something is funny or because you are nervous or embarrassed
gravel
a gravel path
sākt mācīties
small stones, used to make a surface for paths, roads etc
guarantee
I guarantee you’ll love this film.
sākt mācīties
to promise to do something or to promise that something will happen
zagwarantować
have someone in fits
Alice always has a funny story to tell -- she has me in fits every time I talk to her.
sākt mācīties
make someone laugh in a way that they cannot control
hoard
families who hoarded food during the strike
sākt mācīties
to collect and save large amounts of food, money etc, especially when it is not necessary to do so
in common
My grandma and me have so much in common, she's my favourite relative!
sākt mācīties
have the same interests, attitudes etc as someone else
mieć wspólne - dwa słowa
in terms of
In terms of music, I like pop best.
sākt mācīties
if you explain or describe something (...) a particular fact or event, you are explaining or describing it only in relation to that fact or event
in the same boat
All first-years at university are in the same boat -- no one knows anyone.
sākt mācīties
to be in the same unpleasant situation as someone else
initially
Stan initially wanted to go to medical school.
sākt mācīties
at the beginning
na i
innovative
an innovative approach to language teaching
sākt mācīties
an (...) idea or way of doing something is new, different, and better than those that existed before
innowacyjna
insert
His hand shook slightly as he inserted the key into the lock.
sākt mācīties
to put something inside or into something else
inspire
We need someone who can inspire the team.
sākt mācīties
to encourage someone by making them feel confident and eager to do something
intimidating
Some people find interview situations very intimidating.
sākt mācīties
making you feel worried and not confident
na i
introverted
My sister is introverted, but I love going out and meeting new people.
sākt mācīties
someone who is (...) is quiet and shy and does not enjoy being with other people
inventory
We made an inventory of everything in the apartment.
sākt mācīties
a list of all the things in a place
issue
Abortion is a highly controversial issue.
sākt mācīties
a subject or problem that is often discussed or argued about, especially a social or political matter that affects the interests of a lot of people
loft
Our neighbours have just done a loft conversion (=changed the loft into bedrooms).
sākt mācīties
a room or space under the roof of a building, usually used for storing things in
marble
The columns were of white marble.
sākt mācīties
a type of hard rock that becomes smooth when it is polished, and is used for making buildings, statues etc
merchandise
A range of official Disney merchandise was on sale.
sākt mācīties
goods that are being sold
move on
The mobile phone has moved on enormously since the 1990s.
sākt mācīties
to change, progress, improve, or become more modern as time passes
phrasal
moving
Bayman’s book about his illness is deeply moving.
sākt mācīties
making you feel strong emotions, especially sadness or sympathy
on stage
Being on stage for three hours every night must be exhausting.
sākt mācīties
performing on the raised area in a theatre which actors or singers stand on
na scenie
pack / put a lot into
They really packed a lot into the show; it was full of tricks and special effects.
sākt mācīties
do a lot in a limited period of time, or fit a lot of information, ideas etc into a limited space
prevalent
Solvent abuse is especially prevalent among younger teenagers.
sākt mācīties
common at a particular time, in a particular place, or among a particular group of people
na p
protagonist
The protagonist of the story is an escaped prisoner.
sākt mācīties
the most important character in a play, film, or story
put off from
My friend had a bad skiing accident, which put me off from doing the sport.
sākt mācīties
to make you dislike something or not want to do something
phrasal
put on a show
The college is planning to put on a show at the end of the year.
sākt mācīties
to arrange for a concert, play etc to take place, or to perform in it
ram opinions down one's throat
I'll never agree with you so there's no point ramming your opinions down my throat.
sākt mācīties
to try to make someone accept an idea or opinion by repeating it many times, especially when they are not interested
rectify
I did my best to rectify the situation, but the damage was already done.
sākt mācīties
to correct something that is wrong
resemble
It’s amazing how closely Brian and Steve resemble each other.
sākt mācīties
to look like or be similar to someone or something
nie phrasal
root around in
You have a look in the cupboard while I root around in this drawer.
sākt mācīties
to search for something by moving things around
na r
rooted to the spot
The first time I saw Janet I was rooted to the spot
sākt mācīties
so shocked, surprised, or frightened that you cannot move
I knew I was going to marry her.
rustle up
If you're hungry, I can quickly rustle up a sandwich.
sākt mācīties
to make a meal quickly
rustle
She moved nearer, her long silk skirt rustling around her.
sākt mācīties
if leaves, papers, clothes etc (...) or if you (...) them, they make a noise as they rub against each other
scrape through
Even though she had missed lots of classes, Helena managed to scrape through the exam and got an 'E'.
sākt mācīties
to only just succeed in passing an examination or dealing with a difficult situation
scrape
Scrape the carrots and slice them thinly.
sākt mācīties
to remove something from a surface using the edge of a knife, a stick etc
see someone live
I really want to see Lady Gaga live.
sākt mācīties
see a performance in which the entertainer performs for people who are watching, rather than a film, record etc
zobaczyć kogoś ma żywo
set up
The play was set up as a love story right from the very first scene.
sākt mācīties
establish
slam
We heard a car door slam.
sākt mācīties
if a door, gate etc. (...), or if someone (...) it, it shuts with a loud noise
slap
Sarah slapped Aaron across the face.
sākt mācīties
to hit someone with the flat part of your hand
soak up
If you ever go to Pompeii, take some time to just soak up the atmosphere.
sākt mācīties
to enjoy a place by watching it or becoming involved in it
phrasal
squeaky
The brakes on your bike are very squeaky -- can't you oil them?
sākt mācīties
making very high noises that are not loud
przymiotnik na s
string of passions
When I was a teenager my string of passions included pop music, bright make-up, tight jeans and horse-riding.
sākt mācīties
a very strong liking for one thing after another
subliminal
When I listen to my favourite band, I sometimes think they are sending me subliminal messages through their music.
sākt mācīties
affecting your mind in a way that you are not conscious of
nie: subconscious
surface
Dead leaves floated on the surface of the water.
sākt mācīties
the top layer of an area of water or land
swagger
He swaggered over towards me.
sākt mācīties
to walk proudly, swinging your shoulders in a way that shows you are very confident - used to show disapproval
swishing
She looked really beautiful as she came swishing down the stairs in her ballgown.
sākt mācīties
to move or make something move quickly through the air with a quiet sound
take off
Interest in dance classes has really taken off at our school.
sākt mācīties
to suddenly start being successful
take out of yourself
Whenever I hear this song, it takes me out of myself and I forget all my worries.
sākt mācīties
to make someone forget their problems and feel more confident
take part in
Do you want to take part in the show at the end of the year?
sākt mācīties
to be involved in an activity, sport, event etc with other people
nie z join, brać udział w
tinny
tinny music
sākt mācīties
a (...) sound is high, weak, and unpleasant, and sounds like it is coming out of something made of metal
tiptoe
His mother tiptoed into the room.
sākt mācīties
to walk quietly and carefully on your toes, so that nobody hears you
underestimate
We underestimated how long it would take to get there.
sākt mācīties
to think or guess that something is smaller, cheaper, easier etc than it really is
nie doceniać, nie doszacować
weird
A really weird thing happened last night.
sākt mācīties
very strange and unusual, and difficult to understand or explain
na w
when it comes to the crunch
When it came to the crunch, Francis admitted he had never loved Sarah.
sākt mācīties
when you reach an important time, especially one when a difficult decision has to be made

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