Solutions Advanced "Unit 1 - 1F" Vocabulary

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a problem that gets in the way of a process or makes it worse

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The unexpected financial setback forced them to postpone their expansion plans.

Despite facing a setback in the initial stages, the project eventually succeeded.

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dropout

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someone who leaves school or college before finishing their studies

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Who is a "dropout"?

A dropout is a person who leaves school or an educational program before completing it, typically before earning a diploma or degree. This decision is often made for various reasons, such as personal, financial, or academic challenges, or a lack of interest in continuing the education. This can happen at any level of education, from high school to higher education. Those who drop out may face difficulties in finding employment or pursuing further education, as completing school is often seen as an important milestone for future opportunities.

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upbringing

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the manner in which a child is raised, including the care, guidance, and teaching provided by parents or guardians

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runaway

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a person who has fled or escaped from a place, typically a home or institution, often to avoid control orauthority

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turnaround

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a complete change or reversal, often resulting in an improvement or shift in direction

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breakdown

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a failure in the progress or effectiveness of a relationship or system

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breakthrough

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an important discovery or development that helps improve a situation or answer a problem

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stand-off

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a situation in which reaching an agreement seems impossible

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kick in the teeth

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/kˈɪk ɪnðə tˈiːθ/

Disapproving

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something that proves to be very shocking and disappointing to one, in a way that ruins one's good mood

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What is the origin of the idiom "kick in the teeth" and when to use it?

The exact origin of the phrase "kick in the teeth" is unclear, but it likely emerged in the English language during the 20th century. The phrase draws upon the literal act of receiving a forceful kick to the teeth, which is a painful and damaging experience. This expression can be used in personal narratives, conversations, literature, or everyday language to depict instances where individuals feel deeply hurt, undermined, or defeated by an unexpected turn of events or the actions of others.

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cloud hang over somebody

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/klˈaʊd hˈæŋ ˌoʊvɚ ˌɛsbˈiː/

a sense of gloom, worry, doubt, or uncertainty that follows or affects someone

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off the rails

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/ˈɔf ðə ɹˈeɪlz/

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used to say that someone is behaving in a way that is wild, irrational, or unconventional

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What is the origin of the idiom "off the rails" and when to use it?

The idiom "off the rails" originated from the literal sense of a train going off its tracks or derailing in the early 20th century. It is now used to describe someone or something that is behaving in a wild, irrational, or unconventional manner, often deviating from the expected or socially acceptable path. It implies a loss of control, direction, or adherence to norms, suggesting a departure from the usual or expected course of action.

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to follow a different path

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/fˈɑːloʊ ɐ dˈɪfɹənt pˈæθ/

to choose a different course of action or way of life than what is considered traditional or expected

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