Greenwashing(listening)-Quỳnh Anh

greenwashing (n)

misleading information used by an organization to appear environmentally friendly

The company was accused of ---- to attract eco-conscious customers.

climate crisis (n)

the urgent situation caused by global warming and environmental degradation

The ---- has led to record-breaking temperatures worldwide.

carbon offset (n)

actions or payments made to compensate for carbon emissions

They purchased ---- to balance out their flight emissions.

turn out (phr.v)

to happen in a particular way or to have a particular result

It ---- better than we expected.

out of pocket (phr)

having spent your own money on something

I ended up ---- after covering the extra costs.

cruelty-free cosmetic (n)

beauty products not tested on animals

She switched to ---- to align with her values.

abhor (v)

to strongly hate or detest something

He ---- violence of any kind.

snap sth up (phr.v)

to buy or take something quickly because it is cheap or available

The tickets were ---- within minutes.

eye-watering (adj)

extremely high or excessive (especially in cost)

The repairs came with an ---- price tag.

a passing resemblance (n)

a slight or superficial similarity

He has ---- to his famous grandfather.

reckon (v)

to think or believe something

I ---- we'll need more time to finish the project.

dodgy (adj)

dishonest, unreliable, or potentially dangerous

The deal sounded ----, so I walked away.

take sb in (phr.v)

to deceive someone

She was ---- by the con artist's story.

pet peeve (n)

something that annoys you particularly

Loud chewing is my biggest ----.

faux pas (n)

a socially awkward or tactless act

Forgetting her name at the party was a major ----.

well-placed (adj)

in a good position to do something

He is ---- to take advantage of the opportunity.

get the word out (phr.v)

to spread information or news

We used social media to ---- about the event.

like-minded (adj)

having similar opinions, ideas, or interests

The club is a great place to meet ---- people.

grab (v)

to take or seize something quickly

She ---- her bag and rushed out the door.

blatant (adj)

very obvious and done without shame

The ad was a ---- attempt to mislead customers.

burnish (your image) (v)

to improve or polish your reputation

The company tried to ---- by supporting local charities.

esteemed cultural event (n)

a highly respected cultural gathering or occasion

The film festival is an ---- in the industry.

tarnish (v)

to damage or spoil the good reputation of someone or something

The scandal ---- his legacy.

free-range eggs (n)

eggs from hens that are allowed to roam freely

I only buy ---- from the farmer's market.

coop sb/sth up (phr.v)

to confine someone or something in a small space

The children felt ---- during the rainy weekend.

organic eggs (n)

eggs produced by hens fed organic feed and raised without synthetic chemicals

We prefer ---- for their better taste and quality.

hence (adv)

for this reason; as a result

He's overqualified for the role, ---- his lack of enthusiasm.

fairly loose (phr)

somewhat relaxed or not strict

The rules were ---- to encourage creativity.

misleading (adj)

giving a false or incorrect idea

The ad was criticized for being ----.

make the switch (phr.v)

to change from one thing to another

They decided to ---- to renewable energy.

conscience (n)

the part of your mind that tells you what is right and wrong

Her ---- wouldn't allow her to ignore the issue.

recyclable (adj)

able to be processed and reused

They introduced ---- packaging to reduce waste.

venue (n)

place where events or activities take place

The wedding ---- was decorated beautifully.

fairly loose (adj)

not exactly accurate

The guidelines were ---- to allow for flexibility.

stretches over (phr.v)

extends across a specified area or period

The forest ---- several hundred miles.

peatland (n)

an area of land with soil made of partially decayed plant material

---- are important for storing carbon.

carbon sink (n)

a natural environment that absorbs and stores carbon dioxide

Forests act as vital ---- for reducing greenhouse gases.

I might add (phr)

used to introduce an additional remark

This is a significant achievement, ----.

disheartening (adj)

causing a loss of hope or confidence

The lack of progress on climate action is ----.

curb global warming (phr)

to reduce or limit the effects of global warming

Governments must take action to ----.

myriad (n)

a countless or extremely large number

There are a ---- of options to choose from.

come in (phr.v)

to become available or useful

The new phones ---- a variety of colors.

shout/proclaim something from the rooftops (phr)

to announce something publicly and enthusiastically

She wanted to ---- her success ----.

precipitates (v)

causes something to happen quickly or suddenly

The scandal ---- his resignation.

primate (n)

a member of the group of mammals including monkeys, apes, and humans

Chimpanzees are one of the most intelligent ----.

plantations (n)

large areas of land where crops are grown

The country has extensive coffee ----.

colossal (adj)

extremely large or great

The project required a ---- amount of funding.

enticing (adj)

attractive or tempting

The idea of a tropical vacation is very ----.

mineral (n)

a naturally occurring substance found in the earth

The region is rich in valuable ---- like gold.

swathes (n)

large areas or sections of something

---- of the forest have been cleared for agriculture.

poaching (n)

the illegal hunting or capturing of animals

Efforts are being made to combat ---- in wildlife reserves.

retribution (n)

severe punishment for something seriously wrong that somebody has done

They sought ---- for the harm done to their community.

trophy (n)

an object awarded as a prize for a victory

He proudly displayed the ---- he won at the competition.

prowess (n)

great skill or ability

Her ---- in mathematics earned her a scholarship.

spear (n)

a weapon with a pointed tip used in hunting or combat

The warrior carried a ---- into battle.

unobtrusive (adj)

not attracting attention

The camera was small and ----, perfect for wildlife photography.

lowland (n)

an area of land that is lower than the surrounding land

The ---- is known for its fertile soil.

solitary (adj)

done or existing alone

Tigers are ---- animals, often living and hunting alone.

snap (v)

to break suddenly with a sharp sound

The branch ---- under his weight.

apex predator (n)

a predator at the top of the food chain

Lions are considered ---- in their habitats.

disproportionate (adj)

out of proportion; too large or too small compared to something else

The punishment was ---- to the crime.

fluctuations (n)

irregular variations or changes

Temperature ---- are common in this region.

knock-on (adj)

causing indirect effects

The strike had ---- effects on the entire industry.

fragmentation (n)

the process of breaking into smaller pieces

Habitat ---- is a major threat to wildlife.

imperative (adj)

very important or urgent

It is ---- that we act now to protect the environment.

in partnership with (phr)

working together with

The project was developed ---- local organizations.