Headway - Intermediate - Everyday English (Unit 12)

to try one's best to do or achieve something

something that is a typical or normal part of a person's job

used to express one's complete agreement with someone's statement

used to mean that by passing time it will be proved if something is true, valid, or effective

used to describe someone who shares the same qualities, preferences, or values as the person being referred to, often expressing approval or admiration for their similar mindset or behavior

used to imply that making mistakes is a natural part of the learning process, and that one should not be discouraged by failure but instead use it as an opportunity for growth and improvement

used to promote tolerance and acceptance of different lifestyles, opinions, or beliefs

used to imply that diversity and individual differences among people are necessary for the world to function and thrive

used as a reminder that life is full of successes and failures, and it is important to be resilient and maintain a positive attitude in order to learn and grow from both

used to say that on any given day, there are opportunities to acquire new knowledge or gain new insights

used to describe someone who continuously talks about what they are planning to do, but they never do or achieve much

a situation that is an absolute disaster or is the worst thing that could possibly happen

to reach a point where it is unlikely or too difficult to make any progress

used to suggest that intelligent or creative individuals often come up with similar ideas or solutions, especially when faced with a particular problem or challenge

to be practical, realistic, and down-to-earth in one's thinking or approach to life

used to say that one is feeling relieved or grateful that a situation or fate is happening to someone else instead of oneself

used to indicate that something is not worth worrying about or paying attention to

used to express jealousy, envy, or resentment towards someone who appears to be in a favorable or privileged situation

used sarcastically to say that the situation is already quite bad or that the outcome is disappointing, despite the attempt to find a positive spin on it