Книга Headway - Продвинутый уровень - Раздел 4

a thing or person that is impossible to improve or succeed

the final and decisive event or action that pushes someone beyond their tolerance or patience, leading to a significant reaction or decision

a situation that is hard to define or categorize and therefore unclear

to create equal opportunities for all individuals or groups, regardless of their background or circumstances

a situation where a small initial action or decision leads to a chain of events that ultimately results in a more significant and often negative outcome

a phone call that is made at a particular time to wake someone up, at their request, for example in a hotel

a delicate distinction between two things, particularly two apparently similar situations or concepts

a strong urge to travel or leave somewhere

an attempt made without having any high hopes of achieving success

a treatment that is not fair or equal

a sensitive or vulnerable topic or issue that causes discomfort, distress, or irritation when discussed or mentioned

the act of imagining or hoping for something to be true, despite there being little or no evidence or likelihood of it actually happening

something that is so certain to happen that it can be considered inevitable

an option or solution that is only chosen when every other alternative has failed

used to state that one has adopted a different opinion

a redeeming quality or factor that prevents a situation or outcome from being completely negative or disastrous

something that has both advantages and disadvantages, making it both positive and negative

the state in which one loses all one's confidence and willingness to continue doing something

addicted or extremely enthusiastic about something

a loud, sustained noise or shout of disapproval, protest, or outrage

the belief that the human spirit or soul can survive after death and communicate with the living

a deceptive act or scheme intended to trick people

having to stay in bed, usually for a long time, due to illness or injury

to seize or grab suddenly and firmly

a pair of rings made of metal with a chain attached to them, used for putting on the wrists of prisoners

to disregard something as unimportant or unworthy of consideration

to resist or endure the force, pressure, or challenges imposed upon oneself

(of an illness) suddenly becoming severe but for a short time

(of a person) to fall and become unconscious

putting someone or something at a disadvantage

caring and attentive to the needs, feelings, or well-being of others

slightly strange in behavior, appearance, or ideas

beyond what is ordinary and indicating the inference of supernatural powers

the process of using general rules or ideas to make a specific conclusion

having doubts about something's truth, validity, or reliability