pattern

Cambridge English: CAE (C1 Advanced) - Personal Conduct & Self-Management

review-disable

Review

flashcard-disable

Flashcards

spelling-disable

Spelling

quiz-disable

Quiz

Start learning
Cambridge English: CAE (C1 Advanced)

to have a tendency or preference for a particular thing

Ex: Despite the busy schedule, she felt inclined toward spending the evening outdoors, enjoying the fresh air.
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

to create something, usually an idea, a solution, or a plan, through one's own efforts or thinking

Ex: We came up with a creative solution to the problem .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

to behave in a way that does not draw attention to one

Ex: The company kept a low profile and avoided advertising their new product to avoid attracting competition.
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

one's face when it is devoid of any signs of amusement, interest, or even sadness

Ex: She would manage a straight face if it were anything else , not that anecdote .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

to stay alert and watch carefully for someone or something expected or wanted

Ex: Security guards keep an eye out for suspicious behavior.
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

to ensure that one has the latest news concerning someone or something

Ex: Parents can use a chore chart to keep track of their children's responsibilities.
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

to stay calm and not show anger, fear, or excitement, especially in a difficult situation

Ex: Can you keep your cool when things go wrong?
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

to appear suddenly and quickly

Ex: Opportunities can spring up unexpectedly .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

to deliberately do something, giving special attention or emphasis to it

Ex: She makes a point of treating her employees fairly.
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

to accept a less important, less visible, or secondary role compared to someone else

Ex: With the advent of digital photography, film photography has taken a back seat in the photography industry.
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
to opt
[Verb]

to choose something over something else

Ex: The company decided to opt for a more sustainable packaging solution to reduce environmental impact .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

to get ready to do hard work or tackle a serious challenge

Ex: The students rolled up their sleeves to finish the group project before class.
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

to consider someone or something as important or deserving of attention

Ex: He takes his responsibilities as a mentor seriously, guiding his students with dedication.
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
to follow
[Verb]

to act accordingly to someone or something's advice, commands, or instructions

Ex: Follow the arrows on the floor to navigate through the museum .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
to go for
[Verb]

to pursue or try to achieve something

Ex: If you want to succeed in your career , you should go for continuous learning and skill development .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

to intentionally exclude someone or something

Ex: I ’ll leave out the technical terms to make the explanation simpler .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

to start a particular activity or task with great enthusiasm or vigor

Ex: The team plunged into preparations as the event date neared .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

to begin doing something, often without prior intention

Ex: Inspired by a documentary , the group of friends fell into the practice of volunteering at the local animal shelter every weekend .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

to begin participating in, learning about, and developing a strong interest or passion for a particular activity, hobby, or topic

Ex: The kids got into playing board games during their summer vacation.
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

about to do something bad or evil

Ex: She had a feeling that her coworker's sudden interest in the company's financial records meant he was up to no good.
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

to continue doing something even though there are some hardships

Ex: The team stuck to their strategy , even when they were losing the game .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
to groom
[Verb]

to make someone look neat and clean by fixing their hair, clothes, or overall appearance

Ex: She quickly groomed her hair and fixed her makeup before the interview .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

to avoid an activity, person, etc. because one is scared, unwilling, or not confident

Ex: Despite her talent, she shies away from taking on leadership roles.
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

to intentionally ignore unpleasant facts about a situation and hope that the situation improves by doing so

Ex: The company's management chose to bury their heads in the sand and downplay the problems instead of addressing them head-on.
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

rules that determine what one should or should not do in a particular situation

Ex: If you want to succeed in this role, you must follow the dos and don'ts of professional conduct.
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

a mental state in which someone performs actions without conscious thought or full awareness, often due to habit or fatigue

Ex: She completed the morning routine on automatic pilot while still half-asleep .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

to successfully stop doing something harmful that you regularly do

Ex: Many struggle to kick bad eating habits.
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

to allow something to happen without planning or control, relying on luck

Ex: Success shouldn't be left to chance.
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

to endure pain, hardship, or distress without complaining or seeking help

Ex: We're taught to suffer in silence, but it's not healthy.
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

to keep discussing or trying something without making progress or reaching a conclusion

Ex: Let's not go round in circles again.
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
Cambridge English: CAE (C1 Advanced)
LanGeek
Download LanGeek app