Insight - Intermediate - Vocabulary Insight 8

Here you will find the words from Vocabulary Insight 8 in the Insight Intermediate coursebook, such as "rush off", "at a loose end", "glamour", etc.

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Insight - Intermediate
to [put] {one's} foot down
to [put] {one's} foot down [phrase]

to firmly take control and enforce a specific action

Ex: Faced with pressure to conform , she put her foot down and confidently embraced her unique style and identity .
to rush off
to rush off [verb]

to leave quickly or abruptly, often because of an urgent or unexpected situation

Ex: We should rush off before the traffic gets worse during the evening rush hour .
to [land] on {one's} feet
to [land] on {one's} feet [phrase]

to experience success or good fortune, particularly after a period of facing challenges or setbacks

Ex: Despite the initial setbacks , the new project faced , the team worked hard and managed to land on their feet with a successful product launch .
at a loose end
at a loose end [phrase]

used to describe someone who has no plans or obligations, often feeling uncertain about how to spend their time

Ex: Feeling at a loose end , he took up a new hobby to fill his free time .
to [make] (both|) ends meet
to [make] (both|) ends meet [phrase]

to make enough money to pay for one's basic needs

Ex: She is working extra hours to make both ends meet while she looks for a better-paying job .
to [come] to an end
to [come] to an end [phrase]

to reach the conclusion or final stage of something, often after a period of time

Ex: After hours of playing , the game came to an end when the winner was declared .
in the end
in the end [adverb]

used to refer to the conclusion or outcome of a situation or event

Ex: In the end , the project was a huge success , despite the setbacks .
at the end of {one's} tether
at the end of {one's} tether [phrase]

unable to cope with anything due to a lack of energy or patience

Ex: Daniel 's been at the end of his tether for weeks now — he has seriously got to get a different job !
to deal
to deal [verb]

to engage in activities or behavior aimed at resolving or improving a situation involving someone or something

Ex:
to run off
to run off [verb]

to leave somewhere with something that one does not own

Ex:
to [fall] on {one's} feet
to [fall] on {one's} feet [phrase]

to find oneself in good condition after surviving a difficult experience

Ex: After the financial crisis , the company fell on its feet quickly .
to start off
to start off [verb]

to begin to act, happen, etc. in a particular manner

Ex: The project will start off once the necessary approvals are obtained .
to fly
to fly [verb]

to move or travel through the air

Ex: I love to watch hot air balloons fly gracefully in the air .
glamour
glamour [noun]

the exciting and attractive quality of a person, place, etc. that makes them desirable

Ex: She transformed her living room into a scene of glamour with crystal chandeliers and luxurious fabrics .
to challenge
to challenge [verb]

to invite someone to compete or strongly suggest they should do something, often to test their abilities or encourage action

Ex: The professor challenges his students with thought-provoking assignments .
stress
stress [noun]

a feeling of anxiety and worry caused by different life problems

Ex: Financial stress can put a strain on relationships .
repetition
repetition [noun]

the act of doing or performing something again

Ex: The teacher emphasized the importance of repetition for mastering new skills .
to vary
to vary [verb]

to make changes to or modify something, making it slightly different

Ex: The teacher varies the classroom activities to accommodate different learning styles .
to [have] (a lot|too much) on {one's} plate
to [have] (a lot|too much) on {one's} plate [phrase]

to have a certain amount of tasks or problems that need to be dealt with

Ex: The CEO was juggling multiple projects , each one a major undertaking , so she had a lot on her plate .
to [rise] to the (occasion|challenge)
to [rise] to the (occasion|challenge) [phrase]

to demonstrate one's ability in surpassing obstacles and dealing with difficult situations

Ex: He rose to the occasion when his leadership was needed .
to boycott
to boycott [verb]

to refuse to buy, use, or participate in something as a way to show disapproval or to try to bring about a change

Ex: The consumers boycotted the company 's products due to ethical concerns .
demonstration
demonstration [noun]

a display of support for or protest against something or someone by a march or public meeting

Ex: The labor union held a demonstration outside the company headquarters to demand better working conditions .
to march
to march [verb]

to walk firmly with regular steps

Ex: The police officers marched down the street , ensuring a visible presence during the community event .
to struggle
to struggle [verb]

to put a great deal of effort to overcome difficulties or achieve a goal

Ex: She struggled to overcome her fear of public speaking , but with practice and support , she improved .
meaningful
meaningful [adjective]

having a significant purpose or importance

Ex: The couple exchanged meaningful glances during the wedding ceremony .
threat
threat [noun]

something that poses danger or the possibility of harm

Ex: The police quickly responded to the bomb threat called in at the downtown office building .
Insight - Intermediate
Unit 1 - Introduction Unit 1 - 1A Unit 1 - 1C Unit 1 - 1D
Unit 1 - 1E Vocabulary Insight 1 Unit 2 - 2A Unit 2 - 2C
Unit 2 - 2D Unit 2 - 2E Vocabulary Insight 2 Unit 3 - 3A
Unit 3 - 3C Unit 3 - 3D Unit 3 - 3E Vocabulary Insight 3
Unit 4 - 4A Unit 4 - 4C Unit 4 - 4D Vocabulary Insight 4
Unit 5 - 5A Unit 5 - 5C Unit 5 - 5D Vocabulary Insight 5
Unit 6 - 6A Unit 6 - 6C Unit 6 - 6D Unit 6 - 6E
Vocabulary Insight 6 Unit 7 - 7A Unit 7 - 7C Unit 7 - 7D
Unit 7 - 7E Vocabulary Insight 7 Unit 8 - 8A Unit 8 - 8C
Unit 8 - 8D Unit 8 - 8E Vocabulary Insight 8 Unit 9 - 9A
Unit 9 - 9C Unit 9 - 9D Vocabulary Insight 9 Unit 10 - 10A
Unit 10 - 10C Unit 10 - 10D Unit 10 - 10E Vocabulary Insight 10