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Solutions - Advanced - Unit 1 - 1F

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 1 - 1F in the Solutions Advanced coursebook, such as "dropout", "stand-off", "upbringing", etc.

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setback
[noun]

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

Ex: After facing several setbacks, they finally completed the renovation of their home .
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dropout
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someone who leaves school or college before finishing their studies

Ex: The dropout decided to enroll in a vocational training program to gain new skills and improve his job prospects .
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the manner in which a child is raised, including the care, guidance, and teaching provided by parents or guardians

Ex: Despite a difficult upbringing, she overcame many challenges and succeeded in life .
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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

Ex: The social worker specializes in helping runaways rebuild their lives after they return home .
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a complete change or reversal, often resulting in an improvement or shift in direction

Ex: The turnaround in public opinion was reflected in the election results .
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breakdown
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a failure in the progress or effectiveness of a relationship or system

Ex: As a result of the breakdown, the group disbanded and stopped collaborating .
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an important discovery or development that helps improve a situation or answer a problem

Ex: The breakthrough in negotiations between the two countries paved the way for lasting peace in the region .
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stand-off
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a situation in which reaching an agreement seems impossible

Ex: The political debate ended in a stand-off, with neither party willing to concede .
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something that proves to be very shocking and disappointing to one, in a way that ruins one's good mood

Ex: Receiving a rejection letter from her dream college was a crushing kick in the teeth, dashing her hopes and forcing her to reconsider her plans.
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a sense of gloom, worry, doubt, or uncertainty that follows or affects someone

Ex: The unresolved conflict with her friend hung over her for weeks.
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used to say that someone is behaving in a way that is wild, irrational, or unconventional

Ex: After getting fired, John was off the rails, lashing out at his former boss and coworkers.
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to choose a different course of action or way of life than what is considered traditional or expected

Ex: She encouraged her children follow a different path and explore careers outside of medicine .
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