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Cambridge English: CPE (C2 Proficiency) - Försiktighet, Omdöme och Medvetenhet

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Cambridge English: CPE (C2 Proficiency)

to quickly turn a disadvantageous circumstance into a beneficial one

Ex: She was initially behind in the competition, but her determination and hard work helped her turn the tables and win the championship.
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more than one skill or plan to increase chances of success

Ex: The athlete developed two strings to his bow by training in both sprinting and long jump.
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to indulge in aimless daydreaming, often drifting away from reality or practical concerns

dagdrömma, tänka i fläng

dagdrömma, tänka i fläng

Ex: I tend to woolgather when I 'm bored or tired .Jag tenderar att **drömma mig bort** när jag är uttråkad eller trött.
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woolgathering
[Substantiv]

the act or state of being lost in fanciful thought

dagdrömmeri, försjunkenhet i fantasier

dagdrömmeri, försjunkenhet i fantasier

Ex: Their conversation veered into woolgathering, full of whimsical what-ifs .Deras konversation svängde in i **dagdrömmeri**, full av nyckfulla 'tänk om'.
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pensive
[adjektiv]

reflective and thoughtful, often with a hint of melancholy and sadness

eftertänksam, melankolisk

eftertänksam, melankolisk

Ex: During the meeting , he wore a pensive look , clearly absorbed in contemplating the complex issues at hand .Under mötet hade han en **tankfull** min, tydligt försjunken i att begrunda de komplexa frågor som stod på agendan.
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portent
[Substantiv]

a sign or indication of what is to come, especially something unfortunate

omen, förebud

omen, förebud

Ex: The ancient prophecy was regarded as a portent of the kingdom 's downfall if left unheeded .Den uråldriga profetian ansågs vara ett **tecken** på kungadömets fall om den förbisågs.
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to serve as a sign or warning of a future event

förebåda, förutsäga

förebåda, förutsäga

Ex: The unusual behavior of wildlife presaged the earthquake that followed .Det ovanliga beteendet hos vilda djur **förutsade** jordbävningen som följde.
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to bode
[Verb]

to be an omen or indication of a future outcome, often suggesting something negative or ominous

båda, förutsäga

båda, förutsäga

Ex: Her absence from the team meetings has boded poorly for her chances of promotion .Hennes frånvaro vid teammötena har **spått** illa för hennes befordringschanser.
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augury
[Substantiv]

a sign, omen, or event interpreted as foretelling future outcomes, often fateful ones

förebud, omen

förebud, omen

Ex: The villagers took the unexpected migration of birds as an augury of an impending natural disaster .Hennes dröm togs som ett **omen** av framgång.
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a clear sign that something unfortunate is going to happen

Ex: They ignored the writing on the wall and were surprised by the business failure.
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on the lookout, especially for danger, opportunity, or unexpected events

Ex: Investors are on the qui vive for market shifts.
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leery
[adjektiv]

causing or feeling caution or suspicion

misstänksam, försiktig

misstänksam, försiktig

Ex: They were leery of the unfamiliar territory and decided to stay cautious .De var **misstänksamma** mot det okända territoriet och beslutade att förbli försiktiga.
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chary
[adjektiv]

afraid and cautious of the possible outcomes of an action, thus reluctant to take risks or action

försiktig, reserverad

försiktig, reserverad

Ex: Although interested , he remained chary about signing the contract without further review .Även om intresserad förblev han **försiktig** med att skriva på kontraktet utan ytterligare granskning.
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to carefully examine something and judge its value, often in terms of money or quality

värdera,  bedöma

värdera, bedöma

Ex: The antique dealer appraises the old furniture to determine its value .Antikhandlaren **bedömer** den gamla möbeln för att fastställa dess värde.
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to determine something with certainty by careful examination or investigation

fastställa, bestämma

fastställa, bestämma

Ex: We are ascertaining the availability of resources .Vi **fastställer** tillgången på resurser.
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a hope or wish that cannot be realized or fulfilled

Ex: Hoping to become a famous singer without singing a note is like building a castle in the air; it requires hard work and dedication.
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volition
[Substantiv]

the faculty to use free will and make decisions

vilja, fri vilja

vilja, fri vilja

Ex: Despite the challenges , she faced them with determination and volition, refusing to give up on her goals .Trots utmaningarna mötte hon dem med beslutsamhet och **vilja**, vägrade att ge upp sina mål.
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gingerly
[adverb]

in a very careful or cautious manner, especially to avoid harm or discomfort

försiktigt, varsamt

försiktigt, varsamt

Ex: They gingerly lifted the injured bird from the ground .De lyfte **försiktigt** den skadade fågeln från marken.
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intently
[adverb]

in a way that shows close focus, deep concentration, or eager attention to something

uppmärksamt, koncentrerat

uppmärksamt, koncentrerat

Ex: She studied the map intently before making her move .Hon studerade kartan **uppmärksamt** innan hon gjorde sitt drag.
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vigil
[Substantiv]

a period of watchfulness, often maintained to protect, monitor, or await something significant

en vaka, en övervakning

en vaka, en övervakning

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