English vocabulary in context. Asya Gann

friend went on a _____________________ and purchased a luxury sports car, designer clothes, and expensive jewelry, all in one weekend.

      19. The neighborhood association is organizing a _____________________ for all the residents in the community park.

      20. Barry’s property was facing _____________________ and repossession as he hadn’t paid his mortgage for months.

      Key

      Match the words with the definitions.

      Complete the sentences with the words from the previous exercise.

      1. Victor had shown himself to be improvident and reckless by not investing in a pension for the future.

      2. The tour was organised in conjunction with the tourist board who helped promote it to visitors.

      3. After saving up for months, Sarah decided to splurge on a luxurious spa weekend to pamper herself and unwind from the stresses of work.

      4. The new law paved the way for changes in the way goods are sold.

      5. The luxury suite at the hotel was ostentatious and tacky; Janet didn’t like the décor at all.

      6. As he meandered through the crowded city streets, the sights and sounds overwhelmed him with their sheer intensity.

      7. The company has finally penetrated the Asian market and started selling its goods in the region.

      8. Ted spent a few hours polishing his work in order to make it absolutely perfect.

      9. Sandra reached out and plucked a flower from the ground.

      10. Recycling has positively impacted on the environment by reducing waste.

      11. Nick finds immoderate behaviour vulgar and excessive; people don’t need to take things to extremes.

      12. Naomi took out a mortgage in order to have enough money to buy the house she wanted.

      13. Mary is a very extravagant woman who spends far more money than is necessary.

      14. Jessie smiled in anticipation of her holiday to Spain; she’s so excited!

      15. Instead of throwing a big birthday party, John opted for a low-key celebration with just a few close friends.

      16. In the autumn, Jane always rakes the leaves to clear the path in her front garden.

      17. In order to avoid arguments, Mike made sure to eschew politics during conversations with friends.

      18. My friend went on a spending spree and purchased a luxury sports car, designer clothes, and expensive jewelry, all in one weekend.

      19. The neighborhood association is organizing a potluck-style meal for all the residents in the community park.

      20. Barry’s property was facing forfeiture and repossession as he hadn’t paid his mortgage for months.

      Unit 8

      1. Read the text and try to figure out the meaning of the highlighted words.

      Creating a positive work environment is essential for any business to thrive. It’s important to cultivate an atmosphere that is conducive to productivity and collaboration, where employees feel comfortable expressing their aspirations and ideas. A diverse array of employees with different backgrounds and experiences can bring fresh perspectives and reasoning to the table.

      One way to promote a positive work environment is to delegate tasks to different members to blend their strengths and achieve the best possible outcome. This not only helps alleviate workload but also shows trust and confidence in their abilities.

      Communication can also play a significant role in creating a positive work environment. It’s not just about verbal communication, but also non-verbal cues such as body language. It’s important to decipher these cues correctly, as they can often convey more than words themselves. Simple gestures like smiling or nodding can go a long way in making someone feel valued and respected. On the other hand, condescending behaviour can create tension and lead to a hostile work environment.

      When working together, it’s important to collate all the information and ideas to determine what will work best. This can be done through brainstorming sessions or team meetings. However, it’s crucial not to fall into cliché methods of teamwork. Blistering pace and excessive pressure can lead to burnout and negatively impact the work environment. Instead, it’s important to find a balance between efficiency and well-being.

      2. Match the words with the definitions.

      3. Complete the sentences with the words from the previous exercise.

      1. He’s trying very hard to _____________________ and develop his critical thinking skills.

      2. A _____________________ work environment which allows cooperation is essential in a workplace.

      3. Arnold has spent much of his working life _____________________ the data on which his study is based.

      4. It’s too early to predict the_____________________ of the election.

      5. Italy has _____________________ geographical regions, including mountains and valleys.

      6. Janet _____________________ the tasks to Bob as Mr Smith had intended.

      7. Julie has lots of career _____________________; she dreams of being a manager one day.

      8. Larry’s _____________________ tone was both patronising and annoying.

      9. Lewis sometimes finds it difficult to _____________________ the meaning behind Mark’s body language.

      10. Mary refused to let her leg injury keep her from _____________________ her goal of taking part in the marathon.

      11. Mr Jones _____________________ the task to the rest of the team.

      12. Prague offers a subtle _____________________ of traditional and historical choices for tourists to enjoy.

      13. Technology is advancing at a _____________________ pace; personal computing is completely different from how it was fifteen years ago.

      14. The correct working environment can be _____________________ to employee productivity.

      15. Although it’s challenging, I need to _____________________ the five-page article into a concise and informative summary for my presentation.

      16. The _____________________ lighting in the office created a feeling of relaxation and calmness.

      17. The _____________________ behind the company decision was very well-thought through.

      18. There is a wide _____________________ of software available on the office computers, which offers staff a great deal of flexibility.

      19. Young children often use gestures and _____________________ cues to express what they want.

      20. Young staff expect more from their employers than the tired _____________________ of having sofas or bean bags in the office.

      Key

      Match the words with the definitions.