Lekcja 6

1. ​Sedate and Serious: Characterized by a settled, steady, and proper character; calm, composed, and sober in demeanor. 2. ​Unadventurous and Dull: Often implies a lack of excitement, flashiness, or originality; slightly old-fashioned or stuffy.

(Noun) refers to a strong feeling of disappointment, concern, or distress caused by something sudden, unexpected, or deeply unpleasant. (Verb) means to cause someone to feel unhappy, worried, or discouraged; to dishearten or unnerve.

​Given to Study: Dedicating a lot of time and effort to reading and learning; diligent in the pursuit of knowledge. ​Diligent/Careful: Showing careful, painstaking, or deliberate effort in one's actions.

"He resigned from his high-profile job as a special adviser to the Prime Minister on trade policy."

Wary (\text{/ˈweəri/}) is an adjective meaning cautious and careful because one is uncertain about something or someone and suspects it might be dangerous, tricky, or problematic. ​It implies a state of suspicious watchfulness rather than simple prudence.

Exert pressure is a phrasal verb that means to apply force, influence, or persuasion on a person, group, or situation in order to make them do something, change a decision, or behave in a particular way.

means to deliberately exploit or take unfair advantage of another person's vulnerabilities, fears, faults, or emotional insecurities in order to achieve a desired outcome, persuade them, or gain an advantage.

A competitive edge is a factor or attribute that allows a company, person, or organization to outperform its rivals in the marketplace, generating greater sales, superior margins, or maintaining customer loyalty more effectively than the competition.

Put in place is a common phrasal verb that means to establish, implement, create, or organize something, especially a plan, policy, or system.

Mutually exclusive is a term used to describe two or more events, conditions, or statements that cannot occur or be true at the same time. If one event happens, it makes it impossible for the others to happen.

Hone (\text{/hoʊn/}) is a verb with two primary, related meanings: to sharpen a blade, or to refine and perfect a skill.

Invaluable (\text{/ɪnˈvæljʊəbəl/}) is an adjective that means extremely useful, indispensable, or beyond estimation in value.

Prejudice is an unjustified, preconceived opinion about a person, group, or idea that is not based on reason, actual experience, or facts.

"at play"means something is currently active, influential, or having an effect in a given situation, often subtly or behind the scenes. ​It is used to identify the specific forces, factors, or dynamics that are causing a particular outcome or development.

1. To Consult or Discuss 🤝 ​ confer means to meet or talk with others in order to exchange opinions, compare views. ​2. To Bestow or Grant 🎁 confer means to give or grant an honor, degree, title, right, or advantage to someone.

Make inroads is an idiom that means to begin to have a significant, noticeable effect or success in a new or competitive area. ​It implies achieving initial penetration or gaining a foothold against resistance.

Insurgent (\text{/ɪnˈsɜːrdʒənt/}) is a noun and an adjective referring to someone or something that rises up in opposition to an established authority.

A rank-and-file employee is a term used to describe ordinary members of an organization, group, or workforce, excluding the management, executives, or leaders.

Zeitgeist (\text{/ˈtsaɪtɡaɪst/} or \text{/ˈzaɪtɡaɪst/}) is a noun that refers to the dominant intellectual, moral, and cultural climate of a particular era or period in history.

A bellwether issue is a specific problem, trend, or topic that is believed to indicate the direction or future outcome of a larger, more complex political or economic situation. ​It serves as an early sign or predictor of a broader trend or result.

Wonk (\text{/wɒŋk/}) is an informal noun that refers to a person, often an expert or intellectual, who studies a subject or issue thoroughly and often excessively, especially a technical or specialized one.

Draw upon is a phrasal verb that means to use something as a source of help, information, or inspiration because it is available or held in reserve.

Shrewd (\text{/ʃruːd/}) is an adjective used to describe someone or something that displays clever, practical judgment and sharp insight, often with the goal of gaining an advantage or making a sound decision.