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LET'S UNLOCK WORDS AND PHRASES 🔐
morale
[ muh-'ral ]
noun
The unexpected win boosted the team's morale.
merit-based
[ mer-it beyst ]
adjective
The University admission should be merit-based.
mitigate
[ mit-i-geyt ]
verb
It is unclear how to mitigate the effects of tourism on the island.
transparency
[ trans-'pair-uhn-see ]
noun
The people demanded transparency in the government.
put in sth
phrasal verb
She’s put in a lot of effort on this proposal.
LET'S UNDERSTAND! 📚
Direction: Read and understand the different movemenet and progress idiomatic expressions below.
A. knock-on effect
- When an event or situation has a knock-on effect, it causes other events or situations, but not directly.
Dialogue
Sally
Anna
Not directly, but there's a knock-on effect on morale and job security throughout the office.
Sally
I see. It's challenging times for everyone in the workplace.
B. breed resentment
- used to express how certain actions or behaviours can cause feelings of resentment or bitterness towards another person
Dialogue
Anna
Mike, the way the promotions were handled seems to breed resentment among the team.
Mike
I've noticed that too. We need a fairer process to avoid any negative feelings
Anna
Absolutely, transparent and merit-based promotions would be a better approach.
C. provoke an outcry
- to cause a reaction of strong disapproval and anger shown by the public or media about a recent event.
Dialogue
Marie
The new policy changes are bound to provoke an outcry from our customers.
Keiko
It's a big project that involves a lot of research and development. The team is still in the planning stages, but I think it's going to be a game-changer. We just have to forge ahead.
Marie
That sounds like a difficult undertaking, but I know your team can pull it off. Good luck with the project and let me know if there's anything I can do to help.
D. compelling reason
- a compelling argument or reason is one that convinces you that something is true or that something should be done
Dialogue
Sally
John, I can't find a compelling reason to attend the conference next month.
John
I understand, but the networking opportunities there could be valuable for our project.
Sally
You make a good point; I think I have to reconsider my decision.
E. dire consequences
- causing or involving great fear or suffering; terrible
Dialogue
Ken
Missing this deadline could have dire consequences
Melly
I'm aware of the importance, and I'll put in extra hours to ensure we meet it.
Ken
Great, let's work together to avoid any negative outcomes.
LET'S PRACTICE! 📝
Part I
Direction: Choose the appropriate collocations to complete each of the sentences.
| knock-on effect | breed resentment |
| provoke an outcry | compelling reason |
| dire consequences |
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Micromanaging employees can and lead to a toxic work environment.
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She provided a for why she needed an extension on her assignment.
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The supply chain disruption had a , causing delays in production and delivery.
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The government's decision to raise taxes on essential goods has from the public.
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The reckless behavior of the driver had , resulting in a serious accident.
Part II
Direction: Listen as your mentor reads the statements twice. Then, repeat after your mentor.
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Part III
Direction: Paraphrase the following sentences. Make sure to paraphrase the underlined idiomatic expressions.
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The increase in fuel prices had a knock-on effect on the cost of transportation, leading to higher prices for consumer goods.
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Despite the long commute, she had a compelling reason to take the job because it offered career advancement opportunities.
I heard the company is downsizing. Is your department affected?