Solutions - Advanced - Unit 3 - 3A

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 3 - 3A in the Solutions Advanced coursebook, such as "aggrieve", "gobsmacked", "strike up", etc.

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behind one's back

[phrase]

without one knowing or approving

Ex: They made important decisions about the project behind my back, and I feel left out of the process.

to hit it off

[phrase]

to quickly develop a positive connection with someone

Ex: We hitting it off so well during our vacation together .

on the same wavelength

[phrase]

used to say that one person has the same ideas, opinions, or mentality as another person

Ex: In the business meeting , the executives found it easy to make decisions as they on the same wavelength regarding the company 's vision and objectives .

to keep track of somebody or something

[phrase]

to ensure that one has the latest news concerning someone or something

Ex: Parents can use a chore chart keep track of their children's responsibilities .

to friend

[Verb]

to add someone to the list of contacts on social media

Ex: The platform allows you to friend people with similar interests .

to be in touch

[phrase]

to be in contact with someone, particularly by seeing or writing to them regularly

Ex: I hope we stay in touch after you move to another city .

to run into

[Verb]

to meet someone by chance and unexpectedly

Ex: It 's always a surprise to run into familiar faces when traveling to new places .

to drop

[Verb]

to end a connection or relationship with someone or something

Ex: Facing creative differences , the band made the difficult choice to drop their lead singer and continue as a trio .

to bond

[Verb]

to develop a relationship with a person

Ex: Adopting a pet together helped the couple bond and solidify their commitment to each other.

acquainted

[Adjective]

having knowledge or familiarity with someone or something

Ex: She got acquainted with the software after a week of training.

to strike up

[Verb]

to begin something, particularly a conversation or relationship

Ex: He struck his business venture up with a promising marketing strategy to attract investors.

inseparable

[Adjective]

not able to be separated or detached

Ex: His inseparable bond with his dog was evident in their daily walks .

to keep going

[phrase]

to continue moving or making progress without stopping

Ex: She kept going on her journey, even though everyone told her to stop.

to drift apart

[Verb]

to gradually become less close or connected, often due to a lack of shared interests or diverging paths

Ex: As childhood friends grow older , they may naturally drift apart as new responsibilities and commitments arise .

to fall out

[Verb]

to no longer be friends with someone as a result of an argument

Ex: Despite their longstanding friendship , a series of disagreements caused them to fall out and go their separate ways .

to wreck

[Verb]

to damage or destroy something severely

Ex: The lack of proper precautions wrecked the stability of the structure .

to spring-clean

[Verb]

to thoroughly clean and organize a space, typically done during the spring season

Ex: I need to spring-clean my car; it’s a mess after winter.

feeling

[noun]

an emotional state or sensation that one experiences such as happiness, guilt, sadness, etc.

Ex: Despite her best efforts to hide it , the feeling of anxiety gnawed at her stomach throughout the job interview .

to aggrieve

[Verb]

to cause someone to feel distress or sorrow

Ex: Aggrieving others with harsh criticism can damage relationships and create lasting resentment .

baffled

[Adjective]

completely confused, often due to something that is difficult to explain or understand

Ex: Her baffled expression showed she did n’t understand the joke .

devastated

[Adjective]

experiencing great shock or sadness

Ex: The team was devastated after losing the championship game in the final seconds, their dreams shattered.

ecstatic

[Adjective]

extremely excited and happy

Ex: The couple was ecstatic upon learning they were expecting their first child .

elated

[Adjective]

excited and happy because something has happened or is going to happen

Ex: She was elated when she found out she was going to be a parent .

gobsmacked

[Adjective]

extremely shocked or surprised, to the point of becoming speechless

Ex: I was gobsmacked by the breathtaking views from the mountaintop, left speechless by the beauty of nature.

gutted

[Adjective]

experiencing great sadness, shock, or disappointment

Ex: She felt gutted after hearing that her favorite band canceled the concert.

honored

[Adjective]

highly regarded or respected for one's achievements, qualities, or contributions

Ex: The honored guest was given a warm welcome at the event .

impervious

[Adjective]

preventing a substance such as liquid from passing through

Ex: The impervious coating on the roof protects the building from water damage .

outraged

[Adjective]

feeling very angry or deeply offended

Ex: He looked outraged when he read the false accusations online .

perplexed

[Adjective]

confused or puzzled, often because of a complex or difficult situation or problem

Ex: The team felt perplexed when their strategy failed during the game.

perturbed

[Adjective]

feeling anxious, unsettled, or disturbed by something

Ex: The dog became perturbed when strangers entered the house.

privileged

[Adjective]

having special advantages that are not available to everyone

Ex: The privileged elite lived in gated communities , sheltered from the struggles of the less fortunate .

stunned

[Adjective]

feeling so shocked or surprised that one is incapable of acting in a normal way

Ex: She was stunned by the beauty of the sunset over the ocean.

troubled

[Adjective]

(of a person) feeling anxious or worried

Ex: He was troubled about the difficult decision he had to make .

unconcerned

[Adjective]

not worried or interested in something

Ex: The audience was surprisingly unconcerned about the technical glitches during the show .

relationship

[noun]

the connection among two or more things or people or the way in which they are connected

Ex: Understanding the employer-employee relationship is essential for a productive workplace .

to go back a long way

[phrase]

to have a long history or past relationship with someone or something

Ex: Tom and go back a long way; we 've been friends since kindergarten .

ups and downs

[phrase]

a combination of both good things and bad things that can happen to one

Ex: Friendships can also ups and downs, but true friends stick together through thick and thin .

to know somebody or something inside out

[phrase]

to have very good knowledge or understanding about someone or something

Ex: After so many rehearsals, the actors know their lines and characters inside out.

like a house on fire

[phrase]

used to describe a situation or activity that is developing with great intensity, speed, and success

Ex: The team played with such energy and coordination that they dominated the match, winning like a house on fire.

to see eye to eye

[phrase]

to completely agree with someone and understand their point of view

Ex: It took some time for the new colleagues to understand each other 's perspectives , but eventually , they began see eye to eye and work collaboratively .

to stick together

[Verb]

to remain united or connected as a group, especially in difficult situations

Ex: My friends and I will stick together no matter what .

through thick and thin

[phrase]

regardless of the difficulty or circumstances

Ex: They endured through thick and thin to build their successful business.

(as) different as chalk and cheese

[phrase]

not in any way alike in character or quality

Ex: Despite being siblings , their fashion styles are different as chalk and cheese; one prefers casual and sporty attire , while the other opts for elegant and formal clothing .

soft spot

[noun]

a feeling of affection or vulnerability towards someone or something

Ex: I ’ve got a soft spot for chocolate cake ; it ’s my absolute favorite dessert .

to sweep somebody off one's feet

[phrase]

to make someone have intense romantic feelings for one

Ex: With his charming smile and charismatic personality, Jonathan had a way of sweeping women off their feet without even trying.

head over heels

[phrase]

in a state of extreme excitement or confusion

Ex: The chaotic scene at the concert had the head over heels, with people pushing and jostling to get closer to the stage .

on the rocks

[phrase]

(in reference to a business or relationship) in a difficult or troubled state, and may be at risk of falling apart

Ex: Their marriage has on the rocks for months due to constant arguments .

to break one's heart

[phrase]

to make someone who loves one go through deep emotional pain and sorrow

Ex: When she discovered her partner 's infidelity , broke her heart and left her feeling betrayed and devastated .

to patch up

[Verb]

to put an end to an argument with someone in order to make peace with them

Ex: Even though they had a heated argument, they managed to patch their differences up by the end of the day.

to tie the knot

[phrase]

to become someone's husband or wife in marriage

Ex: The two tied the knot after meeting in college and falling in love.

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