Headway - Advanced - Unit 4
Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 4 in the Headway Advanced coursebook, such as "hoax", "lost cause", "bedridden", etc.
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a thing or person that cannot be fixed, saved, or made successful
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 that can gradually lead to bigger problems
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
a result or decision that seems certain before it officially happens
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
