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Книга Insight - Вище середнього - Інсайт словникового запасу 4

Тут ви знайдете слова з Vocabulary Insight 4 у підручнику Insight Upper-Intermediate, такі як "dismally", "in vain", "addicted" тощо.

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Insight - Upper-intermediate
to clear the decks
[фраза]

to get ready for action by removing physical and mental obstacles

Ex: Letclear the decks and then we can start cooking dinner .
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saved by the bell
[фраза]

rescued from an unpleasant or difficult situation at the last moment by an unexpected event, action, or intervention

Ex: The teacher was just getting ready to hand out the quizzes when the fire alarm went offsaved by the bell!
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addicted
[прикметник]

physically or mentally dependent on a substance, behavior, or activity

залежний, зависимий

залежний, зависимий

Ex: She 's addicted to toxic relationships , mistaking drama for passion .Вона **залежна** від токсичних стосунків, плутаючи драму з пристрастю.
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addiction
[іменник]

a strong desire to do or have something

залежність, пристрасть

залежність, пристрасть

Ex: She developed an addiction to reading mystery novels , finishing one every week .У неї виникла **залежність** від читання детективних романів, вона закінчувала по одному щотижня.
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bald
[прикметник]

having little or no hair on the head

лисий

лисий

Ex: The older gentleman had a neat and tidy bald head , which suited him well .У літнього джентльмена була охайна і акуратна **лиса** голова, яка йому дуже пасувала.
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baldness
[іменник]

the condition of having little or no hair on the head or body

лисина, алопеція

лисина, алопеція

Ex: He noticed the first signs of baldness in his late twenties .Він помітив перші ознаки **лисини** наприкінці двадцятих років.
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deaf
[прикметник]

partly or completely unable to hear

глухий, слабослышащий

глухий, слабослышащий

Ex: He learned to lip-read to better understand conversations as he grew increasingly deaf.Він навчився читати по губах, щоб краще розуміти розмови, оскільки ставав все більш **глухим**.
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deafness
[іменник]

the state or condition of being totally or partially unable to hear

глухота, стан глухоти

глухота, стан глухоти

Ex: Early detection of deafness is essential for better outcomes .Раннє виявлення **глухоти** є важливим для кращих результатів.
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disabled
[прикметник]

completely or partial inability to use a part of one's body or mind, caused by an illness, injury, etc.

інвалід, непрацездатний

інвалід, непрацездатний

Ex: The disabled worker excels in their job despite facing challenges related to their condition .**Інвалідний** працівник досягає успіхів у своїй роботі, незважаючи на виклики, пов’язані зі станом.
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disability
[іменник]

a physical or mental condition that prevents a person from using some part of their body completely or learning something easily

інвалідність, непрацездатність

інвалідність, непрацездатність

Ex: Disability should not prevent someone from achieving their goals .**Інвалідність** не повинна заважати людині досягати своїх цілей.
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imperfect
[прикметник]

having faults, flaws, or shortcomings

недосконалий, дефектний

недосконалий, дефектний

Ex: The painting was captivating but imperfect, with brushstrokes that were slightly uneven .Картина була захоплюючою, але **недосконалою**, з мазками, які були трохи нерівними.
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imperfection
[іменник]

a state of having flaws or mistakes, which make something or someone less than ideal

недосконалість, дефект

недосконалість, дефект

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obese
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extremely overweight, with excess body fat that significantly increases health risks

товстий

товстий

Ex: Obese children are at a higher risk of developing chronic diseases later in life .**Ожиріння** у дітей підвищує ризик розвитку хронічних захворювань у майбутньому.
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obesity
[іменник]

the condition of having such a high amount of body fat that it becomes very dangerous for one's health

ожирінння

ожирінння

Ex: Addressing obesity requires a multifaceted approach that includes promoting healthy eating habits , regular physical activity , and community-wide initiatives .Вирішення проблеми **ожиріння** вимагає багатогранного підходу, який включає пропаганду здорового харчування, регулярну фізичну активність і громадські ініціативи.
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used for saying that a person or thing has more of a specific quality than it seems

Ex: At first glance , the painting seemed ordinary , but upon closer inspection , there more than meets the eye, with hidden symbols and layers of meaning .
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used to show one's lack of genuine interest or enthusiasm for something

Ex: His heart isn’t in the team anymore; he doesn’t seem to care about the games.
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to stubbornly refuse to change one's ideas, plans, etc.

Ex: My grandfather dug in his heels and refused to move to an apartment.
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to start to think in a logical or correct way after admitting one's mistakes

Ex: She came to her senses and realized that public transport was faster than driving in the city .
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dismally
[прислівник]

in a gloomy, depressing, or hopeless manner

похмуро, безнадійно

похмуро, безнадійно

Ex: The project ended dismally, leaving everyone feeling defeated .Проект закінчився **похмуро**, залишивши всіх із почуттям поразки.
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flowing
[прикметник]

shaped or structured to allow air, water, or other fluids to move smoothly with minimal obstruction

плавний, аеродинамічний

плавний, аеродинамічний

Ex: The yacht’s flowing hull improves speed on water.**Обтічний** корпус яхти покращує швидкість на воді.
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used to describe someone or something that is far superior when compared to others of the same type

Ex: The new restaurant in town head and shoulders above the rest when it comes to culinary innovation and unique flavors .
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to believe something strongly, even though one cannot explain why

Ex: Even before the diagnosis, she felt in her bones that her health was deteriorating, and it prompted her to seek medical attention.
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in the part of the mind that holds thoughts and memories that are not often recalled or thought about

Ex: Even though they were having a great time on their road trip, the responsibilities waiting for them back home were at the back of their minds.
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used to suggest that working together with others can often lead to better results than working alone, as combining different perspectives and ideas can create stronger solutions

Ex: The business partners brought different skills and expertise to the table , recognizing two heads are better than one when it comes to launching a successful venture .
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in vain
[прислівник]

without success or achieving the desired result

даремно, безрезультатно

даремно, безрезультатно

Ex: The doctor worked tirelessly to save the patient , but unfortunately , all efforts proved to be in vain, and the patient could not be revived .Лікар неухильно працював, щоб врятувати пацієнта, але, на жаль, всі зусилля виявилися **марними**, і пацієнта не вдалося реанімувати.
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body and soul
[фраза]

with all that one has

Ex: She pursued her passion for music with unwavering dedication , giving it her allbody and soul.
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to remember or consider a particular piece of information or advice

Ex: Before signing the contract, keep in mind the terms and conditions to avoid any future misunderstandings.
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a sense of relief gained as a result of no longer being in a difficult or worrisome situation

Ex: Talking over my problem with my close friend was weight off my shoulders.
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used to suggest that one must be bold and take risks to achieve one's goals

Ex: The timid athlete was afraid to attempt the difficult jump, fearing injury.
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to hide the truth from someone and make them believe something that is not true

Ex: The company tried to pull the wool over the government's eyes by falsifying its financial records.
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a thing that someone takes pride in, such as an accomplishment, honor, etc.

Ex: Being selected as the team captain was feather in his cap, reflecting his leadership skills and dedication to the sport .
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to reveal information that were supposed to be kept secret, often by accident

Ex: The couple had champagne taste on a beer budget, constantly longing for lavish vacations and extravagant experiences they couldn't afford.
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lifeless
[прикметник]

without any signs of life or vitality

безжиттєвий, мертвий

безжиттєвий, мертвий

Ex: After the accident , the paramedics found the driver slumped over the steering wheel , his body appearing lifeless.Після аварії парамедики знайшли водія, зігнутого над кермом, його тіло здавалося **безжиттєвим**.
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pearly
[прикметник]

having a shiny, white or light-colored surface similar to that of a pearl

перламутровий, жемчужний

перламутровий, жемчужний

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shrivelled
[прикметник]

having become dry, wrinkled, and smaller in size, often due to a loss of moisture or aging

зморщений, висохлий

зморщений, висохлий

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watery
[прикметник]

having too much water and little taste

водянистий

водянистий

Ex: The smoothie was watery and bland , lacking the creaminess and sweetness of properly blended fruit .Смузі був **водянистим** і прісним, без кремової текстури і солодкості правильно змішаних фруктів.
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to head out
[дієслово]

to leave a place or go on a journey, especially for a specific destination

вирушати, відправлятися

вирушати, відправлятися

Ex: She decided to head out early to avoid the rush hour traffic .Вона вирішила **вирушити** рано, щоб уникнути пробок у годину пік.
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to get the sack
[фраза]

to be fired from one's position or job

Ex: She's been warned about her behavior, and if she doesn't improve, she'll get the sack.
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to experience a lot of problems, setbacks, damages, etc., as a result of something

Ex: The took it on the chin as a symbol of the system in the Sixties .
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to show or teach someone how a particular job or task is done

Ex: The mentor taught him the ropes of public speaking.
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to refrain from revealing one's true intentions or plans

Ex: The entrepreneur held her cards close to her vest when discussing her new invention, protecting her intellectual property until she secured proper patents.
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to honestly share one's thoughts, feelings, or plans

Ex: The employee decided to put her cards on the table and openly address the issues that were affecting her productivity in the workplace.
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hard to swallow
[фраза]

(of a particular idea, statement, or situation) challenging to accept as true

Ex: I found her story hard to swallow.
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