书籍 Headway - 高级 - 第三单元

to move to a higher place

to change one's position from a lying or reclining position into an upright one

to position one's body like a ball with one's arms and legs placed close to one's body while sitting

to regard someone or something as inferior or unworthy of respect or consideration

to put one's body in a flat position in order to sleep or rest

to turn a switch on a device so that it makes more sound, heat, etc.

to set money or resources aside for future use

to become faster

to become silent or less noisy

to reduce the amount, size, or number of something

to move with a lower speed or rate of movement

to buy and sell or exchange items of value

to wear formal clothes for a special occasion or event

to simplify or reduce the intellectual content of something in order to make it more accessible or appealing to a wider audience

to dress in a more casual or informal manner than usual, often for a specific occasion or to conform to a dress code

to establish a fresh entity, such as a company, system, or organization

to make someone excited, enthusiastic, or motivated, often for a particular purpose or activity

to start a computer or other electronic device and load its operating system into memory for use

to willingly step back from a position or authority, and allow someone else to take over

(of a machine or vehicle) to stop working as a result of a malfunction

to make something stop working

to bring something to a conclusion or resolution, often in a way that was unexpected or unplanned

to buy the whole supply of something such as tickets, stocks, goods, etc.

to entirely consume a resource, leaving none remaining

to clarify a particular detail or aspect after precise investigation

to find a place to live and embrace a more stable and routine way of life

to move past a negative reputation, embarrassing situation, or mistake by demonstrating better behavior over time

to change from being a child into an adult little by little

to no longer be asleep

to use up all of one's energy, especially to the point of stopping or ceasing to function

to speak in a louder voice

to make a space or environment become brighter and less gloomy, by adding more light sources or using lighter colors and materials

to become less angry, upset, or worried

to stop trying when faced with failures or difficulties

to lower something that was previously raised or suspended

having enough money to cover one's expenses and maintain a desirable lifestyle

a time of little economic activity and high unemployment, which lasts for a long time

costing a lot of money, more than the necessary or affordable amount

possessing a great amount of riches and material goods

to show courage and strength in a difficult situation

(of a person) displaying a childish behavior due to being treated very well or having been given everything they desired in the past

to make something seem more important or noticeable by highlighting it

owning a great amount of money or things that cost a lot

the condition or state of experiencing severe difficulty or suffering

rich and financially successful

not boasting about one's abilities, achievements, or belongings

the sum of money that is available to a person, an organization, etc. for a particular purpose and the plan according to which it will be spent

exercising caution and thoughtfulness in financial decisions to avoid wasteful or unnecessary expenses

to experience a period of financial or personal difficulty

used to refer to the action of rising from the depth of poverty to the highest of riches

to accumulate a large amount of wealth or money through one's own efforts, often through business ventures or investments

to experience difficulties or challenges in life, often over a prolonged period of time