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Street Talk 3 - A Closer Look: Lesson 14

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to kill someone with a gun or other weapons

Ex: The news reported another incident where a victim was tragically blown away in broad daylight .
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to forcibly steal a vehicle from its driver, often involving threats or violence

Ex: A witness called 911 after observing a suspicious individual attempting to carjack an elderly couple at a gas station .
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a reckless action that may result in serious consequences or failure

Ex: The politician's false move during the debate cost him some support among voters.
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to freeze
[Verb]

to suddenly stop moving or become immobilized due to fear, shock, or surprise

Ex: When the loud explosion echoed through the building , everyone froze, their eyes wide with shock .
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to transfer the possession or control of someone or something to another person or entity

Ex: She handed over the keys to the new homeowner .
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to suddenly fall on the ground, often as a way of avoiding danger

Ex: When the thunderstorm hits , my dog gets scared hits the dirt, seeking refuge under the bed .
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to rob a bank, shop, or similar place using a firearm, usually with a threat of violence

Ex: The criminal held up a liquor store late at night when there were fewer witnesses .
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hold-up
[noun]

a delay or obstruction that prevents progress or causes a situation to be temporarily halted

Ex: The hold-up in the supply chain has led to a shortage of key components for the manufacturing process .
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to shoot someone in the head

Ex: He threatened to blow his own head off if they didn’t back away.
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to violently criticize or punish a person over what they did or said

Ex: Disappointed with the team's lack of effort, the coach let the players have it during halftime, motivating them to step up their performance.
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to stop talking and be quiet

Ex: The laughter gradually shut up as the comedian approached the microphone.
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stay down
[sentence]

a command to remain low, often used in dangerous situations like robberies or police operations

Ex: The hostage-taker warned , Stay down if you want to live . "
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stick-up
[noun]

a robbery, typically involving a threat or use of force

Ex: They planned the stick-up for months before making their move .
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to waste
[Verb]

to eliminate or kill someone

Ex: The mob boss was known for wasting anyone who posed a risk to his organization .
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