In Company Unit 15 - English Vocab
In Company Unit 15 - English Vocab
In Company Unit 15 - English Vocab
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| Flashcards | 188 |
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| Language | English |
| Category | English |
| Level | University |
| Created / Updated | 09.10.2011 / 03.11.2012 |
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step (n) - one step ahead
She was congratulating herself on her cleverness, but he was one step ahead of her.
step back from sth (phr v)
When filming is over, hes going to step back from his career for a few months to spend time with his family.
strategy (n)
The countries hope to devise a common strategy to provide aid.
streamline (v)
The new CEO plans to invest in re-training and streamline overseas operations.
subordinate (n)
He never won the respect of his subordinates.
suppress (v)
State monopolies had suppressed all forms of economic competition.
swamp (v)
Online bookshops were swamped with orders during the pre-Christmas rush.
tactful (adj) - (opposite = tactless)
He made some tactful enquiries about her family life.
target (n)
Not many states will meet their targets for energy conservation.
tend (v)
The gym tends to get very busy at about six oclock.
thrive (v)
This type of plant thrives in cool conditions.
throw (v)
Lets throw a dinner party for him.
top-down (adj)
In Argentina, leaders take an almost military approach. The leadership style is very top-down.
tough cookie (n)
Helens a tough cookie. Shes more than capable of dealing with an industrial dispute.
track (n) - get back on track
Vanessa got back on track and won the match.
track record (n)
They have a long track record of being mean with their money.
turn sth around (phr v)
The 400 million loan will help turn the Russian economy around.
ultimately (adv)
Technological advances could ultimately lead to even more job losses.
upside down (adv)
The new management has turned the company upside down to try to make it more productive.
venture (n)
The event is a joint venture between the British and Italian authorities.
vest (v)
They are vested with the authority to police the park.
voice (v)
Matthew voiced some doubts about our plan.
warlord (n)
The sword belonged to a Japanese warlord.
warrior (n)
Archaeologists believe it is the tomb of an Aztec warrior.
wisdom (n)
The Egyptian leader was praised for his courage and wisdom.
withstand (v)
A head teacher needs to be able to withstand criticism.
work ethic (n)
Giuseppe expects the whole department to share his work ethic.
workload (n)
She was suffering from stress caused by her heavy workload.
