Headway - Advanced - The Last Word (Unit 8)

used to imply that even the most careful or well-prepared people or families can still experience unexpected mishaps or mistakes

used to say that people's actions show their true intentions or beliefs more clearly than their words

something that is really terrible to experience

used to suggest that the success of a man is often due to the support, hard work, and sacrifices of a woman in his life

something that is a typical or normal part of a person's job

vouloir deux choses en même temps

used to describe something that is complicated due to not being clearly described or shown

un homme comme quelqu'un les aime

used to excuse or dismiss negative behavior by boys or men, with the implication that it is simply part of their nature

used before stating the most important fact about a particular situation

the unexpected appearance or remebrance of a person or thing that evokes nostalgic feelings within one

on n'a rien sans rien

used to suggest that it is preferable to take precautions and be cautious in order to avoid problems or regret later on

used to suggest that misfortune or bad luck often happens in groups of three, and when one negative event occurs, two more will follow

used to suggest that good things often happen in groups of three

tel père tel fils

used to imply that diversity and individual differences among people are necessary for the world to function and thrive

mieux vaut tard que jamais

something that is exactly what is needed or required in a certain situation

ne fais rien (que|) je ne ferais pas (faire|)

ce n'est pas à quelqu'un de dire

être damné si quelqu'un le fait, damné si quelqu'un ne le fait pas

l'esprit ahurissant

je ne supporte pas d'y penser

to shop to the point of exhaustion or until one collapses

used to imply that different people are suited to different things, and what works well for one person may not work well for another

an event or service where a person, such as a celebrity, politician, or businessperson, meets and interacts with members of the public

done honestly, justly, or without disobeying any rules

used to say that someone or something has gone from a position of low status or obscurity to one of great success, fame, or popularity

used to refer to one's closest and most intimate family members or friends

utilise le ou perd le

completely full or crowded to the point of congestion or blockage

to actually do what one claims or preaches, and not just talk about it

to publicly identify and criticize individuals or organizations for engaging in inappropriate or unethical behavior in order to hold them accountable for their actions or punish them