Vocab review #40

5/10/2023 6:00:00 AM

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Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

The report was based on completely data created to mislead the public. (FABRICATE)

Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

The new law met strong from citizens worried about losing personal freedoms. (RESIST)

The lack of clear rules created _____ for misinformation to spread quickly online.

  • a stumbling block
  • fertile ground
  • common practice
  • a safe limit

Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

Her with perfection often slows progress and creates unnecessary pressure at work. (OBSESS)

Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).

Despite working closely together, the two managers rarely see eye to eye on major decisions.

  • agree
  • cooperate
  • disagree
  • align

Choose the sentence that is CLOSEST in meaning to the sentence given.

The government is burying its head in the sand regarding the environmental crisis.

  • The government is actively prioritizing environmental actions over other serious issues.
  • The government is uncertain about how to respond to pressing environmental challenges.
  • The government is ignoring the serious environmental issues and refusing to take action.
  • The government is trying hard to find solutions to the problems regarding the environment.

Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

The app’s popularity showed growth after influencers started promoting it online. (EXPLODE)

Choose the sentence that is CLOSEST in meaning to the sentence given.

The company's accounting practices were put under the microscope by federal investigators.

  • Federal authorities conducted a thorough examination of the company's accounting practices.
  • The company's accounting practices were briefly mentioned during the federal investigation.
  • Federal investigators provided the company with new methods to improve their accounting.
  • The company asked federal authorities to examine its accounting practices in detail for improvement.

Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

After long negotiations, the team finally reached a on the project’s direction. (CONSENT)

Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning to the first.

The discovery of ancient scrolls has provided information about how people lived during that era.

=> The discovery of ancient scrolls has shed ...........

Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

The documentary avoided language to present facts clearly and responsibly. (SENSATION)

Tom: Have you noticed that many people are starting to use electric scooters lately?

Anna: Definitely. The trend really seems to be gathering _____ now that the city has built more bike lanes.

  • speed
  • steam
  • power
  • force

Choose the sentence that is CLOSEST in meaning to the sentence given.

The corporation expects to be in the black by the end of the fourth quarter.

  • The corporation anticipates being bankrupt and out of business by the end of the year.
  • The corporation predicts it will have a positive financial balance by the end of the year.
  • The corporation plans to increase revenue steadily throughout the fourth quarter.
  • The corporation projects a steadying of financial conditions by the year-end.
Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

In the digital age, the influence of social media is , shaping how teenagers communicate, shop, and even view themselves. (PERVADE)

Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first one, using the word in brackets. You must use between TWO and SIX words, including the word given. Do NOT change the word given.

After the CEO retired last month, his daughter officially assumed control of the family business. (REINS)

=> Following the CEO's retirement, his daughter of the family business.

Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

Social media algorithms often spread faster than the truth because sensational lies generate more engagement. (FALSE)

Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

Her views on education are becoming increasingly divergent from those of her colleagues.

  • secure
  • distinct
  • exempt
  • averse

Find and correct one mistake in this sentence.

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Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

The sudden surge in interest rates compounded the company's existing financial difficulties this year.

  • worsened
  • encountered
  • presented
  • resolved

As a growing company, we are always on the _____ for new talent to join our team.

  • watch
  • lookout
  • search
  • following

Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

Constant workplace stress can slowly erode an employee's confidence and overall mental well-being.

  • restored
  • deteriorated
  • strengthened
  • announced

Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

The tech startup tried to circumvent the new regulations by moving its headquarters overseas.

  • support
  • follow
  • evade
  • ignore

Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

Winning the championship was a major triumph for the young team.

  • failure
  • challenge
  • attempt
  • success

Many people tend to _____ on expensive dinners when they feel stressed as a way to overindulge and relax.

  • look in
  • splash out
  • catch up
  • lose out

Mark has been staying up until 2 a.m. to finish his reports and arriving at the office by 7 a.m. every day this week. He is starting to feel completely exhausted.

Which expression best describes Mark's situation?

  • Burning the candle at both ends
  • Cooling his heels
  • Sitting on his hands
  • Burning a hole in his pocket

Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).

The logo was almost invisible against the bright background of the website.

  • clear
  • hidden
  • faint
  • distant

Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).

The disease spread through the population at a blistering rate, overwhelming the healthcare system within weeks.

  • steady
  • rapid
  • slow
  • instant

Without the strong leader, the political party is starting to come apart at the _____.

  • threads
  • joints
  • edges
  • seams

Constant noise in the workplace played _____ with her concentration and productivity.

  • tag
  • games
  • tricks
  • havoc

Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).

Young interns are liable to make mistakes because they lack experience.

  • certain
  • unlikely
  • ready
  • eager

The R&D team spent five years researching a new biodegradable plastic. After countless failed experiments, they finally created a prototype that is both cheap to produce and fully eco-friendly, leading to a massive investment deal.

Which expression best describes the team's research outcome?

  • Barking up the wrong tree
  • Breaking the bank
  • Bearing fruit
  • Cutting no ice

Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).

His confidence diminished after repeated criticism from colleagues during team meetings.

  • weakened
  • returned
  • increased
  • evaporated

Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).

A good parent knows when to indulge a child and when to deny them certain treats for their own well-being.

  • grant
  • reject
  • submit
  • receive

Drag and drop to complete the sentences.

1. Ignoring minor ethical issues can be a(n) leading to serious corporate fraud.

2. Dizziness is a common that patients often experience after taking this medication.

3. The CEO believes that international trade should be a partnership, not a(n) .

4. The white dove is a universal for peace and hope in many cultures.

5. High levels of stress at work often result in chronic for many people.

Lisa: They weren’t careful with expenses during the trip.

Fred: Yes, they ended up _____ huge costs in just a few days.

  • holding back
  • paying off
  • cutting down
  • racking up

Manager: The handover between the two teams went perfectly, right?

Assistant: Yes, the transition was completely _____, with no problems at all.

  • problematic
  • rough
  • seamless
  • awkward

James: What do you think she will feel when she hears that news?

Anna: It's hard to _____. She's always so calm and quiet.

  • mount
  • yield
  • grasp
  • gauge

Reporter: Many companies have had to reduce staff this year.

Analyst: The recent economic _____ has affected many businesses.

  • strategy
  • downturn
  • expansion
  • prosperity

Many corporations offer scholarships to _____ the bill for the entire tuition of outstanding students.

  • face
  • shoulder
  • foot
  • hand

Peter: What did you feel when they announced the winner?

Ann: I felt a sudden _____ of excitement when I heard my name.

  • race
  • trend
  • shift
  • rush

The HR manager met with her _____ from the overseas branch to discuss company policy.

  • enemy
  • rival
  • counterpart
  • applicant

The company managed to avoid paying taxes by exploiting a clever legal _____.

  • restriction
  • loophole
  • guideline
  • obligation

Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

After three consecutive years of declining sales, the company is now deeply in the red.

  • profitable
  • indebted
  • stable
  • solvent

I couldn’t sleep the night before the exam because I was too _____.

  • wired
  • calm
  • exhausted
  • careless

Digital education has become a new _____ for how knowledge is shared worldwide.

  • dimension
  • discipline
  • paradigm
  • sequence

Drag and drop to complete the sentences.

1. Our marketing team will the advertising campaign to meet the specific client requirements.

2. The heavy snowstorm threatened to all the houses of the village.

3. The dancers practiced for hours to their movements perfectly with the upbeat music.

4. The local government decided to this historic building as a protected national monument.

5. She attended a public speaking course to help her her deep-seated fear of crowds.

The lack of funding is the main _____ to the completion of the new research project.

  • perspective
  • assistance
  • incentive
  • impediment