Headway - Advanced - Unit 4

a thing or person that is impossible to improve or succeed

the final and decisive event or action that pushes someone beyond their tolerance or patience, leading to a significant reaction or decision

a situation in which everything is unclear and cannot be easily defined

to create equal opportunities for all individuals or groups, regardless of their background or circumstances

a situation where a small initial action or decision leads to a chain of events that ultimately results in a more significant and often negative outcome

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

something that is so certain to happen that it can be considered inevitable, regardless of what actions are taken to prevent it

a thing that is only chosen when every other option or 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

a situation or thing that has both positive and negative aspects or consequences, making it difficult to assess whether it is ultimately beneficial or detrimental

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 fraudulent or deceptive act or scheme intended to trick or fool 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 usually become unconscious due to illness

marked by ill omens or signs, especially of future misfortune or failure

caring for others and trying to make them feel comfortable or happy

behaving in a manner that is considered strange and unconventional

beyond what is ordinary, expected, and indicating the inference of supernatural powers

the process of reasoning from general principles or premises to a specific conclusion

having doubts about something's truth, validity, or reliability