Lesson 13 (✨English After Hours 8.0✨)

from Betty with love❤️

chip in

to contribute money, effort, or ideas to a common cause or project:

1) Everyone _______ to buy a gift for her birthday.

2) During the meeting, several team members ______ with their suggestions.

3) We _______ some money to help cover the costs of the trip.

clock smth / sb

to lessen the negative impact or discomfort of something:

1) When a beautiful woman enters the room only men _____ her.

2) He _____ her in the driving mirror trying to understand why she was silent.

3) Being a trained spy he _____ and disarmed his tail fast.

flicker into life

to suddenly become active, animated, or functional after being inactive or dull:

1) The lights _____ life as the power was restored.

2) His enthusiasm _____ life when he heard the good news.

3) The old engine finally _____ after several attempts.

have a shelf life

to have a limited period of usefulness or relevance:

1) This fruit has a short ______ and should be eaten soon.

2) Ideas in fashion often have a brief ______.

3) He seems to think that comedians have a ______ and holidays are what you get when you retire.

be horrified at the prospect of

to feel extreme fear, disgust, or shock at the idea of something happening:

1) She was ______ of moving to a new city.

2) Many were ______ of losing their jobs.

3) _______ losing his biggest star, the producer promised to re-negotiate the contract.

At the other extreme, …

used to introduce an opposite or contrasting point, often on a spectrum or range:

1) Some people love working indoors; _____, others thrive outdoors.

2) The project was completely successful; ______, some failed spectacularly.

3) When humans confront the unknown, they may resort to humour, or,______, to theology.

pay one’s dues

to work hard and gain experience before achieving success or recognition:

1) He had to ______ in the industry before he became famous.

2) She ______ by working as an intern for several years.

3) To succeed as a musician, you need to ______ on the local circuit.

be loaded

to have a lot of money or wealth:

1) He’s ______ after selling his tech startup.

2) He never had to worry about the bills, as his family is ______.

3) They’re ______ — they own several luxury cars and a big mansion.

spread oneself too thin

to take on too many responsibilities or commitments, which can lead to being ineffective:

1) She’s ______ with work and volunteering.

2) If you ______, you won’t do any of your tasks well.

3) With four shows to manage, there's a danger that's she's ______.