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LET'S UNLOCK WORDS AND PHRASES 🔐
scrutiny
[ 'skroot-n-ee ]
noun
The government's record will be subjected to scrutiny in the weeks before the election.
dispute
[ dih-'spyoot ]
noun
Health insurers dispute the doctors' statement that they don't pay enough to make up for the cost of the vaccine.
compromise
[ 'kom-pruh-mahyz ]
verb
Party unity is threatened when members will not compromise.
stand up for something/someone
phrasal verb
Don't be bullied, learn to stand up for yourself and what you believe in.
pay off
phrasal verb
American carriers are hoping that the new service to China will pay off.
LET'S UNDERSTAND! 📚
Direction: Read and understand the different idiomatic expressions below.
A. platonic relationship
- a close and affectionate relationship without romantic or sexual involvement.
Dialogue
Luis
Emma
No, we’re just in a platonic relationship. He’s like a brother to me.
Luis
That’s great. Genuine friendships like that are rare.
Emma
Exactly, and I truly value it.
B. spring to his defense
- to quickly defend someone who is being criticized or attacked.
Dialogue
Emma
Luis
Yes, but Sarah sprang to his defense immediately and countered their points.
Emma
Luis
She’s always fair like that.
C. forge new relationships
- to establish or create new connections or bonds.
Dialogue
Luis
How are you finding life at the new office?
Emma
It’s been challenging, but I’m trying to forge new relationships with my colleagues.
Luis
That’s the key to settling in. Networking always pays off.
Emma
Absolutely, I’m making progress.
D. take the wrong way
- to misunderstand or misinterpret something, often as offensive.
Dialogue
Emma
I think she was upset after what you said in the meeting.
Luis
Really? I hope she didn’t take it the wrong way—I only meant to offer constructive feedback.
Emma
Maybe talk to her and clarify.
Luis
Good idea. I’ll do that.
E. heal the rift
- to repair a damaged relationship or resolve a conflict.
Dialogue
Luis
Are you and your brother still not speaking?
Emma
No, but I’m hoping to heal the rift during the holidays. It’s gone on long enough.
Luis
That’s a wise move. Family is too important to let conflicts linger.
Emma
I agree. I’ll take the first step.
LET'S PRACTICE! 📝
Part I
Direction: Choose the appropriate expressions to complete each of the sentences.
| forge new relationships | take the wrong way |
| heal the rift | platonic relationship |
| spring to his defense |
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In a rapidly changing business environment, it is essential to with diverse individuals to stay ahead of the competition.
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Her constructive feedback was meant to be helpful, but he seemed overly sensitive and chose to , leading to unnecessary tension.
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Decades of resentment had strained their family ties, yet it was a shared tragedy that eventually helped to and bring them closer again.
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While many doubted the possibility of a true between two people with such chemistry, they managed to maintain their boundaries and focus on their friendship.
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The journalist’s controversial article caused an uproar, but a few loyal readers were quick to , citing his previous commitment to honest reporting.
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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Despite her well-meaning advice, he seemed to take the wrong way her words, interpreting them as criticism rather than constructive feedback.
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The two former colleagues worked tirelessly to heal the rift that had formed after a bitter dispute, seeking compromise and understanding to restore their professional relationship.
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