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LET'S UNLOCK WORDS AND PHRASES 🔐
ascent
[ uh-'sent ]
noun
Her swift ascent to global fame was unprecedented for any architect.
prominence
[ 'prom-uh-nuhns ]
noun
It's the first time that a lawyer of such prominence has been given the freedom to air his views on TV.
scrutinize
[ 'skroot-n-ahyz ]
verb
He scrutinized the men's faces closely, trying to work out who was lying.
feeding frenzy
[ 'fee-ding 'fren-zee ]
noun phrase
When the news of the celebrity’s scandal broke, a feeding frenzy of media coverage ensued.
household name
[ 'house-hold 'name ]
noun phrase
Overnight, he became a household name and the movies he made afterward were instant successes.
LET'S UNDERSTAND! 📚
Direction: Read and understand the different idiomatic expressions below.
A. prenuptial agreement
- a legal contract made before marriage, outlining the division of assets in case of divorce.
Dialogue
Sam
Mia
Yes, we’re considering a prenuptial agreement to protect our individual assets.
Sam
Smart move, especially if either of you has significant wealth.
Mia
Exactly. It ensures everything is clear from the start.
B. in the full glare of publicity
- being the center of intense media attention.
Dialogue
Sam
Lisa
It was overwhelming to be in the full glare of publicity, but it’s part of the job.
Sam
Lisa
Hopefully, but it’s exhausting at times.
C. meteoric rise to fame
- a rapid and remarkable ascent to prominence or success.
Dialogue
Sam
How did she go from being a newcomer to a household name so quickly?
Mia
It was a meteoric rise to fame—one hit single and she was everywhere.
Sam
It must be surreal for her.
Mia
Absolutely, but maintaining that fame can be challenging.
D. heaped praise on
- to give an excessive amount of praise or compliments.
Dialogue
Sam
Did you see the reviews for his new book?
Mia
Yes, critics have heaped praise on it, calling it a masterpiece.
Sam
That’s incredible. It’s good to see his hard work paying off.
Mia
Definitely. He deserves every bit of recognition.
E. glowing tributes
- high praise or accolades given to someone, often after an achievement or death.
Dialogue
Sam
What did people say at her retirement party?
Mia
There were glowing tributes from colleagues and friends. Everyone admired her dedication.
Sam
It must have been an emotional send-off.
Mia
It really was. She had a lasting impact on all of us.
LET'S PRACTICE! 📝
Part I
Direction: Choose the appropriate expressions to complete each of the sentences.
| meteoric rise to fame | prenuptial agreement |
| in the full glare of publicity | glowing tributes |
| heaped praise on |
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The scandal unfolded , with every detail scrutinized and debated by the public and press alike.
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The celebrity couple’s outlined the division of assets in case of a separation, causing a feeding frenzy in the media when it was leaked.
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The author received from critics, who described her novel as a masterpiece of modern literature.
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At the awards ceremony, the director the young actor, crediting him for the film’s success.
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Her was both inspiring and overwhelming, as she struggled to adjust to the constant media attention.
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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Critics and audiences alike heaped praise on the actor's performance, calling it the best of his career.
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During the ceremony, glowing tributes were paid to the retiring CEO, celebrating her decades of transformative leadership.
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