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Street Talk 2 - A Closer Look: Lesson 4

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Street Talk 2
gung ho
[Adjective]

very enthusiastic and dedicated

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to kowtow
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bend the knees and bow in a servile manner

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kung fu
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a Chinese martial art encompassing a wide range of fighting styles and techniques

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adieu
[interjection]

used as a poetic way to bid someone farewell

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a la carte
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by ordering items listed individually on a menu

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ambiance
[noun]

the atmosphere of an environment

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aperitif
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a drink, particularly alcoholic, consumed before a meal to stimulate one's appetite

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apropos
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at an appropriate or fitting moment

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attache
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a specialist assigned to the staff of a diplomatic mission

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blase
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nonchalantly unconcerned

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bon appetit
[interjection]

used to wish someone a good appetite or enjoyable meal before they start eating

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bon voyage
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used to wish someone a safe and enjoyable journey before they embark on a trip

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bourgeois
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belonging to the middle class

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boutique
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a small store in which fashionable clothes or accessories are sold

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small, decorative items or trinkets, often of little value individually but collectively creating a visually appealing display

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brouhaha
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loud confused noise from many sources

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a feeling of mutual trust and friendship among people who spend a lot of time together

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complete freedom or unrestricted authority given to someone to act as they wish in a particular situation

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chateau
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a large country house or mansion, typically of French origin, often associated with luxury, grandeur, and historical significance

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collage
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the art of making pictures by sticking photographs, pieces of cloth or colored paper onto a surface

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concierge
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someone who is employed by a hotel to help guests by booking events, making restaurant reservations, etc.

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an individual who is an expert of art, food, music, etc. and can judge its quality

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coup
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a brilliant and notable success

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a sudden, violent seizure of governmental power by a small group

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a sweet alcoholic drink with mint flavor

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a sweet alcoholic drink with chocolate flavor

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a street with one closed end

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debacle
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an absolute failure which leads to shame or disgrace

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debut
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the act of beginning something new

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debutante
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a woman who is making a public appearance for the first time, especially in movies or sports

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declasse
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having lost social or cultural status, often implying a decline in class or prestige

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deja vu
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the feeling that a current situation has happened before, even though it is new

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a phrase or word that intentionally conveys two distinct meanings, usually with one sexual connotation

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echelon
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a level or rank in an organization, profession, or society, indicating a person's status or authority within that hierarchy

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eclair
[noun]

an oval cake made with a light pastry, filled with cream or custard and topped with chocolate icing

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elite
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a small group of people in a society who enjoy a lot of advantages because of their economic, intellectual, etc. superiority

Ex: He aspired to join the elite of the academic world .
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emigre
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an individual who has left their native country to settle in another due to political reasons, war, or other upheavals

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ennui
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a feeling of being bored, tired, or dissatisfied because nothing interesting or exciting is happening

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en route
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on a route to some place

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ensemble
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a cohesive group of performers in ballet or theater who work together in synchronized movements or actions to support the main performers or create a backdrop for the production

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entree
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the main segment of a meal

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*** This French expression refers to something that has been done and cannot be changed.

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faux pas
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an extremely embarrassing and inappropriate comment or behavior in a particular social situation

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finale
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the closing section of a musical composition

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finesse
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the act of dealing with a situation in a subtle and skillful way

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gourmand
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someone who takes great pleasure in food and dining, often with a discerning palate and a penchant for indulgence

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gourmet
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someone who enjoys and knows about food and wine very much

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the products of making highly fashionable and expensive clothing

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fancy and carefully prepared food with beautiful presentation and top-notch ingredients

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a small dish served before the main course as an appetizer

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an intangible quality that makes someone or something attractive, appealing, or intriguing, but which is difficult to describe or define

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the doctrine that government should not interfere in commercial affairs

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someone who is in charge of the waiters and waitresses of a restaurant

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malaise
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a feeling of being physically ill and irritated without knowing the reason

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a carnival held in some countries on Shrove Tuesday (the last day before Lent) but especially in New Orleans

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melange
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a motley assortment of things

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melee
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a fight that is noisy, confusing, and involves many people

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household for three; an arrangement where a married couple and a lover of one of them live together while sharing sexual relations

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milieu
[noun]

the social or cultural setting or environment

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monsieur
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used as a French courtesy title; equivalent to English `Mr'

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an author's pseudonym

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a person who has suddenly risen to a higher economic status but has not gained social acceptance of others in that class

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a French style of cooking known for its light, delicate dishes, fresh ingredients, and artistic presentation

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passe
[Adjective]

outdated, or no longer in style

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the most important or impressive part of a series, event, or work

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a small secondary residence, typically located in a city or urban area, that is used as a temporary or occasional dwelling

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poignant
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causing strong emotions, especially sadness or empathy

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potpourri
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a collection or mixture of miscellaneous items, often diverse in nature

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RSVP
[noun]

a French phrase meaning "Please respond," used on invitations to request a reply about whether the person will attend an event or not

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risque
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suggestive of sexual impropriety

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salon
[noun]

elegant sitting room where guests are received

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social skill

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a private discussion, often between two people

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touche
[interjection]

used humorously to show that someone has made a good point in an argument or discussion

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a brilliant or masterful performance that attracts a lot of attention or displays great skill

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an art technique that deceives the eye by creating realistic optical illusions

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vis-a-vis
[preposition]

used to indicate a comparison or contrast between two things or people

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voila
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used to express the sudden appearance, revelation, or accomplishment of something

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angst
[noun]

an acute but unspecific feeling of anxiety; usually reserved for philosophical anxiety about the world or about personal freedom

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ersatz
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an artificial or inferior substitute or imitation

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gesundheit
[interjection]

*** used when somebody has sneezed to wish them good health

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kaput
[Adjective]

destroyed or killed

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a class or school that prepares four-year-old to six-year-old children for elementary school

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verboten
[Adjective]

excluded from use or mention

Ex: verboten topics were strictly avoided during the meeting .
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a young person who achieves remarkable success

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a point of weakness or vulnerability

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adonis
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a very good-looking or sexually appealing young man

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ambrosia
[noun]

a sweet fruit salad that typically contains shredded coconut, marshmallows, and whipped cream

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aphrodisiac
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stimulating sexual desire

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charisma
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a compelling charm or attractiveness that inspires devotion and enthusiasm in others

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colossal
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extremely large in size or scale

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cosmos
[noun]

the universe, particularly when it is thought of as a systematic whole

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erotic
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relating to or causing sexual arousal or excitement

Ex: Emily explores her own sexuality erotic fantasies and self-exploration .
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eureka
[interjection]

used to express sudden realization, discovery, or enlightenment

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marathon
[noun]

a running race of 26 miles or 42 kilometers

Ex: Running marathon requires endurance and dedication .
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mentor
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a reliable and experienced person who helps those with less experience

Ex: mentor encouraged her mentee to set ambitious goals and provided the necessary resources and encouragement to help them achieve success .
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a psychological trait or personality disorder where someone is excessively self-centered and believes they are superior to others

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nectar
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the sweet juice from fruits, often undiluted and pure

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nemesis
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a formidable opponent or persistent force that causes misery, defeat, or downfall

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odyssey
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a long wandering and eventful journey

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