metaphorical
[adjective]
using a word, phrase, etc. not for its ordinary meaning, but for the idea or symbol that it represents or suggests
language
[noun]
the system of communication by spoken or written words, that the people of a particular country or region use
to fuel
[verb]
to provide the energy or motivation needed to drive or inspire a particular activity or process
to spark
[verb]
to trigger or ignite a reaction, response, or action, often by provoking or inspiring someone or something to action
flash
[noun]
a sudden, clear understanding or insight, often accompanied by a feeling of enlightenment
shady
[adjective]
appearing to be questionable or dishonest, often creating a feeling of suspicion or unease
half-baked
[adjective]
(of people) lacking in intelligence or common sense, and as a result, one's ideas or actions seem foolish or absurd
to bite off more than sb can chew
[phrase]
to attempt to do something that is beyond one's capability
hot topic
[noun]
a subject or issue that is currently trending or receiving a lot of attention and discussion
cloud hang over sb
[phrase]
a sense of gloom, worry, doubt, or uncertainty that follows or affects someone
obsessed
[adjective]
having or showing excessive or uncontrollable worry or interest in something
staggering
[adjective]
so large or impressive that it is difficult to comprehend or believe
to pull through
[verb]
to recover from an illness, a serious operation, or other difficult situations
to discharge
[verb]
to allow a patient to leave the hospital because they have recovered and no longer need to receive inpatient care
priority
[noun]
the fact or condition of being regarded or treated as more important than others
to shudder
[verb]
to tremble or shake involuntarily, often as a result of fear, cold, or excitement
free fall
[noun]
the motion of an object or person falling solely under the influence of gravity
deranged
[adjective]
incapable of behaving normally or thinking clearly due to mental illness
restraint kit
[noun]
a collection of devices and tools used to physically restrain and control a person's movement, typically for medical or safety reasons
ordeal
[noun]
a difficult or painful experience, often one that lasts long and requires great effort and endurance to overcome
closure
[noun]
the final resolution of a situation or the reaching of a definitive conclusion or agreement
whirlwind romance
[noun]
a romantic relationship that develops quickly and intensely, often with a sense of spontaneity and excitement
to run through treacle
[phrase]
to move slowly and with great effort, as if walking through deep mud
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