Upper-intermediate 1

to impress deeply or permanently on the mind or memory, as though by engraving

Its greatest defect is the cold southerly and westerly storms, which cause great losses in cattle and sheep

Who is or should be entitled to claim such compensation?

Nevertheless, Howie's funds were dwindling rapidly.

They would purchase a few things for Christmas tomorrow.

A room decorated with vibrant colors.

Toby held the elevator for her and pressed the button for all twenty floors.

It would devastate her to know the truth.

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"too much indulgence spoils a child"

I knew I needed medical assistance beyond the temporary first aid I applied in my home on wheels.

"I presumed that the man had been escorted from the building"

"a situation that entails considerable risks"

Finding a decent place to have lunch in this neighborhood is always a hassle.

Last week I caught a cold and didn't go to the gym.

W zeszłym tygodniu złapałam przeziębienie i nie chodziłam na siłownię.

His parents urged him to go to university.

"the yuppie mentality of the eighties"

"all your muscles need more oxygen during strenuous exercise"

mainly; for the most part.

make a solemn statement or promise undertaking to do something or affirming that something is the case

the playful and friendly exchange of teasing remarks.

experience or be subjected to (something bad or unpleasant).

persuade (someone) not to take a particular course of action.

Computers are an essential part of our lives.

You ought to see a doctor.

a forceful or violent effort to get free of restraint or resist attack.

Cutting back plants will encourage growth.

(of an animal) not dangerous or frightened of people; domesticated.

"negotiations were at a crucial stage"

delighted, charmed, beguiled, captivated, entranced

"the economic debacle that became known as the Great Depression"

She seemed completely oblivious to what was happening around her.

"she sensed his reluctance to continue"

very twisted; describes sentences, explanations, arguments, etc. that are unreasonably long and difficult to understand:

Police think the suspect has now fled the country.

"assembly lines standing idle for lack of spare parts"

Several roads were closed, so we had to take a detour.

She started giggling and couldn't stop.

to be extremely happy and excited:

you are confined only by the walls you build in your head

a complete transformation or remodeling of something, especially a person's hairstyle, makeup, or clothes.

to clean your face or an injured part of your body

a small amount of a sad feeling or colour

These measures will save a significant amount of money.

"plates with flaws in them were sold at the outlet store"

"I don't want to discourage you, but I don't think it's such a good idea"

"they deny any responsibility for the tragedy"

She walked past me, muttering to herself.

She took infinite care with the painting.

That was the understatement of the year.

The writer's final book turned out to be a masterpiece.

Ostatnia książka pisarza okazała się być arcydziełem.

a chair on wheels which is used to move small children

a small balcony that overlooks the park