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Kniha Insight - Pokročilý - Jednotka 7 - 7D

Zde najdete slovní zásobu z lekce 7 - 7D v učebnici Insight Advanced, jako je "okázalost", "držet podlahu", "lesknoucí se" atd.

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unconventional
[Přídavné jméno]

not following established customs or norms

neotřelý, netradiční

neotřelý, netradiční

Ex: unconventional lifestyle choices often led to interesting conversations at social gatherings .
swishy
[Přídavné jméno]

making a soft, rustling sound when moving

šustivý, šumivý

šustivý, šumivý

Ex: She loved the soughing noise of the silk fabric as she moved.
gleaming
[Přídavné jméno]

shining or reflecting light in a bright way

lesklý, zářivý

lesklý, zářivý

Ex: The freshly waxed floors were gleaming, making the room appear larger and brighter.
haphazard
[Přídavné jméno]

with no particular order and planning

náhodný, neuspořádaný

náhodný, neuspořádaný

Ex: The garden looked haphazard, with flowers and weeds growing wildly.
flamboyance
[Podstatné jméno]

a showy and confident display of style or behavior, often characterized by boldness, colorfulness, and extravagance

flamboyance, okázalost

flamboyance, okázalost

Ex: The artistflamboyance was evident in every piece of his work .
asymmetry
[Podstatné jméno]

(geometry) a lack of symmetry or equivalence in shape or size between the two sides or parts of something

asymetrie, nevyváženost

asymetrie, nevyváženost

Ex: asymmetry helps in understanding how shapes differ from being perfectly symmetrical .
multifaceted
[Přídavné jméno]

having many different aspects or features

mnohostranný, vícerozměrný

mnohostranný, vícerozměrný

Ex: The city is known for multifaceted culture , blending traditions from around the world .
underachiever
[Podstatné jméno]

a person who consistently performs below their potential or fails to meet expected standards or goals

nedosažitel, podprůměrný student

nedosažitel, podprůměrný student

Ex: Her grades made her appear as underachiever, but she was improving .
postwar
[Přídavné jméno]

referring to the period or the things existing or happening after a war has ended

poválečný, po válce

poválečný, po válce

Ex: Many cities underwent major reconstruction during postwar years .
democratic
[Přídavné jméno]

related to or characteristic of a system of government where power comes from the people through free elections and respects individual rights

demokratický, demokratizující

demokratický, demokratizující

Ex: democratic system fosters civic engagement and encourages active participation in public affairs .
subway
[Podstatné jméno]

an underground railroad system, typically in a big city

metropolitan, podzemní dráha

metropolitan, podzemní dráha

Ex: There are designated seats for elderly and pregnant passengers on the subway.
backdrop
[Podstatné jméno]

a piece of painted cloth that is hung at the back of a theater stage as part of the scenery

kulisa, pozadí

kulisa, pozadí

Ex: backdrop added depth and dimension to the stage , enhancing the overall visual impact of the production .
to predate
[sloveso]

to exist or occur at an earlier time than something else

předcházet, předejít

předcházet, předejít

Ex: Early forms of currency predate modern monetary systems.
monorail
[Podstatné jméno]

a railway system that has only one rail instead of two, usually in an elevated position

monorail, jednokolejná dráha

monorail, jednokolejná dráha

Ex: Engineers praised monorail for its minimal footprint and environmentally friendly design compared to traditional rail systems .

in a manner that is done secretly or subtly, often to achieve a desired result without drawing much attention

Ex: The team won the championship by recruiting talented players through the back door, bypassing official tryouts.
glass ceiling
[Podstatné jméno]

an invisible barrier or limitation that prevents certain groups, particularly women or minority individuals, from advancing to higher positions or achieving higher levels of success in a professional or organizational context

skleněný strop, neviditelná bariéra

skleněný strop, neviditelná bariéra

Ex: In the past , women and minorities encountered significant barriers due to glass ceiling, hindering their professional growth and advancement .

to make someone extremely angry

Ex: Her sibling's habit of playing loud music late at night was driving her up the wall and affecting her sleep.

to become extremely angry with someone or something

Ex: I am worried that she hit the ceiling when she learns about the surprise party we planned for her .

something, such as a book, move clip, etc., that provides one with information about a variety of people, places, events, or things that one cannot physically interact with or experience

Ex: Traveling is like having a window to the world; you learn so much about different cultures and ways of life.

(of a quality, idea, or principle) to not longer exist or be forgotten

Ex: In the excitement of the moment , their careful planning for the went out the window.

to be brave or sociable enough to deliver a lengthy public speech without allowing any interruption

Ex: During the town hall meeting, community members were given the opportunity to hold the floor and share their perspectives on the proposed changes to local zoning laws.

to completely beat someone in an argument or competition, particularly in a humiliating way

Ex: The reigning champion wiped the floor with his opponent in the tennis match.

to go out onto a dance floor and start dancing

Ex: During the salsa class , participants were encouraged take the floor and practice their moves .

to perform or entertain in a way that causes the audience to react with extreme enthusiasm, such as by applauding loudly or cheering

Ex: Her heartfelt acceptance speech brought the house down.
on the house
[fráze]

used to refer to something, particularly a drink, offered for free by a restaurant, bar, or other establishment, usually as a gesture of hospitality or good will

to improve a situation or one's behavior for better results

Ex: The recent college graduate realized she needed to set her house in order before taking on a challenging new job - that meant creating budgets, meal plans, and schedules to get organized and prepared.

used to describe a situation or activity that is developing with great intensity, speed, and success

Ex: The team played with such energy and coordination that they dominated the match, winning like a house on fire.

to establish the basic principles or groundwork needed for the development of something more complex or substantial in the future

Ex: What is stressed rather is that the same phenomenon provides the foundation for both historical tendencies.
to go around
[sloveso]

to be sufficient or available for a particular purpose or need

být dostatek, stačit

být dostatek, stačit

Ex: We have plenty of food go around for all the guests at the party .

to experience a sudden and significant decline in one's emotional state, confidence, financial situation, etc.

Ex: With the unexpected drop in demand , the value of the collectibles went through the floor, leaving many investors in a precarious position .

used to say that someone has been involved in something from its early stages

Ex: If you want to influence the direction of the project, make sure to be in on the ground floor to contribute your ideas from the beginning.
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