snap something up

 snap something up

= to quickly buy or take something because it is a good deal or opportunity

Mark snapped up the latest sports car model as soon as it was released.

Mark snapped up a new pair of running shoes during the sports sale.

Susan snapped up the chance to join the university running club.

Susan snapped up a delicious dessert on her way to class.

Some synonyms and antonyms for "snap something up":

Synonyms:

grab

seize

snatch

take quickly

Antonyms:

ignore

reject

decline

miss out on

What does "snap something up" mean?

A) To quickly buy or take

B) To carefully study it

C) To slowly decide on it

D) To ignore and leave

fishmonger

 fishmonger

= a person or a business that sells fish and seafood

Mark was amazed when he heard about the former fitness coach turned fishmonger who became a viral sensation in Mong Kok.

Mark bought fresh salmon from the fishmonger after his morning run.

The fishmonger showed Susan how to pick the freshest fish for her recipes.

Susan recommended the fishmonger’s oysters to her classmates.

Some synonyms and antonyms for fishmonger:

Synonyms:

fish seller

seafood vendor

fish dealer

fish merchant

Antonyms:

vegetable seller

butcher

baker

grocer

What is the work of a fishmonger?

A) A person selling fish

B) A person selling fruits

C) A person fixing cars

D) A person baking bread

locus

 

locus

= a place where something happened or a location of significance 

The new park will serve as a locus for big concerts and sports events.

新公園將成為大型音樂會和體育活動的中心。

The art exhibition is a locus for emerging artists to showcase their work.

這個藝術展覽是新晉藝術家展示作品的場所。

This neighborhood has become a locus for innovation, attracting startups and tech companies.

這個社區已成為創新的中心，吸引了許多創業公司和科技公司。

The historic battlefield is a significant locus for researchers studying local history.

這個歷史戰場是研究當地歷史的重要場所。 

Some synonyms and antonyms for "locus":

Synonyms

Location

Site

Place

Center 

Antonyms

Dislocation 

Removal

Isolation

Separation 

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What does "locus" mean?

A) A point or location

B) A type of barrier

C) A large group

D) A sudden change

plush

 plush

= soft, rich, and luxurious in texture or appearance

Mark’s office chair has a plush leather seat for maximum comfort.

Mark enjoys sitting on his plush sofa after a long day of running.

Susan found a plush pillow that helps her relax while studying.

Susan bought a plush jacket to stay warm during outdoor sports.

Some synonyms and antonyms for "plush":

Synonyms:

luxurious

sumptuous

soft

velvety

Antonyms:

rough

harsh

coarse

bare

Question:

Which best describes a "plush" fabric?

A) Rough and scratchy

B) Soft and luxurious

C) Thin and transparent

D) Hard and stiff

revive

 revive

= to bring something back to life or into use

The new sports-car model revived Mark’s excitement for driving.

Mark’s strong coffee revived his energy during long coding sessions.

Susan’s weekend walk helped revive her calm and clear thinking.

Susan studies late, but music can revive her energy for the next class. 

Some synonyms and antonyms for "revive":

Synonyms:

rejuvenate

restore

renew

resurrect

Antonyms:

kill

destroy

weaken

ruin

What does revive mean?

A) To stop something

B) To bring back energy

C) To hide information

D) To make noise

all set

 all set

= to be ready or prepared to do something

Mark is all set for his business presentation.

His new sports car is all set for the weekend drive.  

Susan is all set for her university exam tomorrow.

Susan is all set to present her project in class.

Some synonyms and antonyms for "all set":

Synonyms:

ready

prepared

good to go

equipped

Antonyms:

unprepared

not ready

incomplete

unfinished

Question: What does "all set" mean?

A) Not ready

B) Ready or prepared

C) Unfinished

D) Confused