B2-C1 FOBO (Fear Of Better Options) | Quizlet

crank up

increase

As the deadline approached, she had to___________ her efforts to make the right decision.

to be dead set on (doing sth)

to be very determined to do or have something

He was ___________ becoming a doctor, even though his parents wanted him to join the family business.

enticing options

options that are very attractive or appealing

When considering career paths, having ___________ like a high-paying corporate job or a fulfilling non-profit role can make the decision tough.

commitment

the state or quality of being dedicated to a cause or

activity

Her ___________ to environmental causes influenced her decision to work in sustainable development.

adapting and pivoting

Adjusting or making changes to one's approach or

strategy in response to new conditions.

After the industry downturn, she found success by ___________ to a new business model.

stay consistent

acting or done in the same way over time, especially so as to be fair or accurate

To achieve long-term goals, it's important to ___________with your efforts and decisions.

to be hardwired into our DNA

A characteristic or trait that is a fundamental part of

someone or something, as though it is part of their

genetic makeup.

The desire for success seems ___________, driving us to pursue ambitious goals.

rigidly adhering to

following something in a very strict or inflexible way

___________ traditional paths can sometimes limit personal growth and opportunities.

tapestry of life

the complex and interwoven aspects of a person's life

experiences

Each decision we make adds a thread to the intricate ___________, shaping our experiences and future.

deeply embedded

firmly fixed or ingrained in something, especially in a

way that is not easily changed

His habit of meticulous planning ___________ in his personality, affecting every choice he made.

at your fingertips

easily available or accessible; at one's disposal

With the Internet, information about every possible career is ___________, making it harder to choose just one.

a ripple effect

a situation in which one event causes a series of other

events to happen

Choosing to study abroad had ___________, leading her to unexpected career opportunities.

take it or leave it situation

A situation offering no flexibility or negotiation.

When it came to accepting the job offer, it was ____________________.

sit on the fence

A situation when someone does not want to choose or make a decision.

He's been ____________________ about moving to a new city for months now.

to take a back seat

Step back and not be in a position of responsibility.

In the recent meetings, she has decided ____________________ and let others lead the discussion.

a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush

It’s better to have a lesser but certain advantage than the possibility of a greater one.

I decided to keep my old car because ____________________.

up in the air

Not yet finalized; uncertain.

The plans for the summer vacation are still ____________________

take the plunge

Make a decision to do something, especially after thinking about it for a long time.

After years of consideration, he finally ____________________ and started his own business.

put between a rock and a hard place

Place sb in a situation where the have to choose between two equally unpleasant choices.

Choosing between her job and her family life ____________________.