Quiz Of The Day

 Which sentence is correct?

#english

A) She go to the store.

B) He plays soccer well.

C) They was happy today.

D) I seen that movie.

glut

glut

(noun)

= a situation where there is an oversupply of a product

(verb)

= to fill something to excess

Examples 

There was a glut of pigs on the market, causing the pork price to fall dramatically.

The market was glutted with oranges in the 19th century.

You can't go anywhere when the roads are glutted with cars.

Reference

https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/glut

Some additional examples using "glut":

The sudden glut of smartphones led to significant price reductions in the tech market.

The glut of information online can make it challenging to find reliable sources.

After the harvest, there was a glut of apples, prompting local farmers to offer discounts.

The glut of new restaurants in the area created stiff competition for existing businesses.

Some synonyms for "glut":

Surplus

Oversupply

Excess

Flood

Overabundance

Overflow

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What does the word "glut" mean?

#English

A) Excessive supply

B) Minimal quantity

C) Moderate amount

D) Difficult choice

 

Quiz Of The Day

 "She is bilingual, fluently speaking both English and Spanish."

What does "bilingual" mean?

#english

A) Speaking one language

B) Speaking two languages

C) Speaking three languages

D) Speaking no languages

a shadow of ones former self

a shadow of one's former self

= someone who has diminished in strength, vitality, or quality compared to their previous state

After going bankrupt, Peter seems like a shadow of his former self, lacking the smiles and enthusiasm he used to have in the past.

在破產之後，Peter似乎不如從前，缺少了他過去有的微笑和熱情。

After the accident, Maria was a shadow of her former self, struggling to regain her confidence and zest for life.

事故發生後，Maria不如從前，她努力找回自信和生活的熱情。

Following the difficult divorce, Emily feels like a shadow of her former self, missing the joy and positivity she used to radiate.

經歷艱難的離婚後，Emily感覺自己像不如從前，缺少了過去她有的快樂和積極。

Since losing his job, Tom feels like a shadow of his former self, lacking the drive and ambition he once had.

自從失去工作以來，Tom感覺自己不如從前，缺少了曾經他擁有的衝勁和抱負。

Some synonyms and antonyms for the phrase "a shadow of one's former self":

Synonyms:

A pale imitation

A diminished version

A shell of one’s former self 

Antonyms:

In full bloom

At the peak of one's powers

Strikingly vibrant

In top form

Full of life and vigor

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01. Based on the sentence "After going bankrupt, Peter seems like a shadow of his former self, lacking the smiles and enthusiasm he used to have," what does the idiom "a shadow of one's former self" imply about Peter?

#english

A) He has become more cheerful and energetic.

B) He has lost his former vitality and enthusiasm.

C) He has gained significant strength and success.

D) He remains unchanged despite his situation.

02. What does "a shadow of one's former self" mean?

#english

A) A bright future

B) An inferior version

C) An important person

D) A mysterious figure

Quiz Of The Day

 What does "to break the ice" mean?

#English

A) Start a conversation

B) Destroy something

C) Complete a task

D) Leave a situation

up for grabs

 

up for grabs

= something is available to be taken 

The computers and the furniture from the old office are up for grabs; employees can take it home if they want.

The last slice of pizza is up for grabs; who wants it?

Several items from the garage sale are still up for grabs.

After the event, all the leftover snacks will be up for grabs.

Some synonyms and antonyms for "up for grabs":

Synonyms:

Available

On offer

Accessible 

Antonyms:

Unavailable 

Reserved

Locked away

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What does "up for grabs" mean?

#English

A) Available to anyone

B) Difficult to obtain

C) Reserved for someone

D) Hidden from view

Quiz Of The Day

 What does "criteria" mean?

#English

A) A specific standard

B) A personal opinion

C) A group of people

D) A type of challenge

vista

vista

= a pleasing view

We stopped at the top of the mountain to enjoy the vista of the harbor.

Susan shared her travel photos with Mark, highlighting the picturesque vista of the coastline she had captured during her vacation in Japan.

Mark stood at the edge of the cliff, captivated by the breathtaking vista of the mountains below.

At her family gathering, Susan displayed a photograph of the picturesque vista she took during her travels in the Alps.

Some synonyms and antonyms for "vista":

Synonyms:

View

Sight 

Landscape

Scenery 

Antonyms:

Obstruction 

Blindness  

Narrow view 

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A "vista" is best described as:

#English

A) A narrow path

B) A broad view

C) A historical event

D) A musical term

 

Quiz Of The Day

 Which of the following phrases best describes something that is "ubiquitous"?

#English

A) Rare and unusual

B) Found everywhere

C) Difficult to understand

D) Bound to a specific area

wacky

wacky

= strange and unusual in a silly or amusing way. 

His wacky sense of humor made the entire audience laugh during the stand-up comedy performance.

Mark's wacky ideas for their weekend plans always kept Susan entertained.

During the party, Susan impressed everyone with her wacky dance moves, which made Mark laugh uncontrollably.

Mark's wacky hat collection made Susan chuckle every time they went out.

Some synonyms and antonyms for "wacky":

Synonyms 

Quirky

Goofy 

Bizarre

Antonyms 

Sensible

Normal 

Straightforward

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Which of the following best exemplifies "wacky" behavior?

#English

A) A magician pulling rabbits

B) A scientist in a lab coat

C) A bear riding a unicycle

D) A child reading quietly

 

blistering

 

blistering 

(adjective)

= extremely hot or intense

Examples

The blistering weather drives me crazy.

We didn’t want to go out in the blistering sun.

He gave a blistering performance in the match that surprised the audience.

Reference

https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/blistering

Some additional examples using "blistering":

The blistering heat of the desert made it difficult to stay outside for long.

After the blistering criticism from his coach, he worked harder than ever.

The blistering pace of the marathon left many runners struggling to keep up.

The blistering winds of the storm knocked out power across the city.

Some synonyms for "blistering":

Scorching 

Sweltering

Fiery 

Burning 

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Q1. What does "blistering" most likely describe?

#English

A) A gentle breeze

B) Intense heat

C) A calm sea

D) A soft whisper

Q2. In which context is "blistering" most appropriately used?

#English

A) A soothing pond

B) A rapid fire

C) A fun gathering

D) A cool autumn breeze

Quiz Of The Day

 "The researcher aims to synthesize information from various studies to create a comprehensive overview of the topic."

What does "synthesize" mean?

#English

A) Combine different ideas

B) Break into parts

C) Simplify concepts

D) Swim deliberately

look into

look into

= to investigate something 

Mark is looking into the possibility of buying a new apartment.

Mark is going to look into taking a course to improve his English skills.

They are looking into options for their vacation.

The committee is looking into the potential impacts of the new policy.

Some synonyms and antonyms for "look into":

Synonyms

Investigate

Examine

Explore

Research

Inquire into

Probe 

Assess

Antonyms

Ignore

Disregard

Neglect

Overlook

Dismiss

Avoid 

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What does "look into" mean?

#English

A) Examine closely

B) Ignore completely

C) Walk away fast

D) Speak loudly

 

nail down

 

nail down

= to finalize plans or agreements

We need to nail down the details of the treaty before we announce them to the public.

Mark and his team worked hard to nail down the details of the business proposal before presenting it to the board.

Before signing the contract, Mark wanted to nail down the terms to make sure everyone agreed.

As the semester approached, Susan needed to nail down her course schedule to balance her workload effectively.

Some synonyms and antonyms for the phrase "nail down":

Synonyms

Finalize

Secure

Confirm 

Antonyms

Unsettle 

Negotiate

Reconsider

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What does "nail down" mean?

#English 

A) Secure a decision

B) Remove a nail

Quiz Of The Day

 Which article correctly completes the sentence?

"I want to pursue ___ MBA to enhance my business skills."

#English

A) a

B) an

laser-like

 

laser-like

= to describe something that is focused, precise, or intense

His laser-like determination made him successful.

The team's laser-like strategy helped them achieve their goals efficiently.

His laser-like attention to detail ensured that the project was flawless.

The artist worked with laser-like attention to make each stroke perfect.

Some synonyms and antonyms for "laser-like":

Synonyms

Focused

Intense

Sharp

Precise 

Directed

Concentrated

Antonyms

Distracted

Blurry

Vague

Indirect 

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What does "laser-like" mean in context?

#English 

A) Focused and precise

B) Bright and shiny

C) Loud and annoying

D) Slow and steady

iron something out

iron something out

= to solve a problem or resolve an issue 

Before finalizing the acquisition, my boss needed to iron out the details of the payment terms.

After reviewing the terms of the contract, Mark thought we should iron out some clauses to protect our interests.

Susan needs to iron out the details of the event schedule.

Before signing the insurance policy, Mark ironed out the payment terms.

Some synonyms and antonyms for "iron out":

Synonyms: 

Fix 

Sort out 

Negotiate

Settle

Antonyms: 

Confuse 

Leave unresolved

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What does the phrase "iron something out" mean?

#English

A) To resolve a problem

B) To cook a meal

C) To start a business

D) To travel abroad

 

SCHKM

 

Mission complete!

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walk (someone) to (somewhere)

walk (someone) to (somewhere) 

(phrase)

= to accompany someone to somewhere

Examples

I’ll walk you to the post office. 

I’ll walk you to the door.

I’ll walk you to the cinema. 

I’ll walk you to the bus stop. 

I walked my daughter to school yesterday morning.

Reference

https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/walk

Here are more examples of using "walk (someone) to (somewhere)":

Can I walk you to your hotel?

She walked her friend to the train station before saying goodbye.

He offered to walk me to the library for our study session.

I’ll walk you to the entrance of the park so you don’t get lost.

Some synonyms for the phrase "walk (someone) to (somewhere)":

Accompany (someone) to (somewhere)

Escort (someone) to (somewhere)

Guide (someone) to (somewhere)

Lead (someone) to (somewhere)

Show (someone) to (somewhere)

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Quiz Of The Day

 Choose the correct article to complete the sentence:

"Don't miss out on this amazing deal; it's __ one-time offer that expires at midnight!"

#English

a

an

a far cry from

a far cry from 

= to be completely different from something 

The new restaurant that opened last week is a far cry from the traditional one, offering a modern menu and a unique dining experience.

Mark's new job is a far cry from his previous role in a corporate office; now he works outdoors and loves every minute of it.

The weather today is a far cry from the sunny skies we had last week.

Susan's cooking skills are a far cry from the burnt meals she used to make.

Some synonyms and antonyms for "a far cry from":

Synonyms:

Completely different from

A stark contrast to

Worlds apart from 

A major difference from 

Antonyms:

Similar to 

Quite like 

Not far removed from

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What does the phrase "a far cry from" mean in the context of comparing two things?

#English 

A) Very similar to

B) Completely different from

C) Quite close to

D) Completely identical to

 

a feather in your cap

a feather in your cap

= an achievement that brings pride 

It is a feather in your cap to play for your country in the World Cup final.

Winning the science fair was a feather in Mark's cap and boosted his confidence.

For Susan, completing her first marathon is a feather in her cap that she will always cherish.

Mark feels that receiving an award for community service is a feather in his cap and encourages him to do more volunteer work.

Some synonyms and antonyms for "a feather in your cap":

Synonyms:

Achievement

Honor

Accomplishment

Badge of honor  

Triumph

Antonyms:

Failure

Disgrace 

Defeat

Disappointment

Shame

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a dark horse

a dark horse

= someone with surprisingly hidden talents 

He is considered a dark horse candidate for the Nobel Prize, as many are unaware of his groundbreaking work.

Susan has always been a dark horse in the art contest, often surprising the judges with her unique and captivating pieces.

Susan is a dark horse in the academic world, quietly producing research that could challenge established theories.

At the last competition, Mark proved to be a dark horse, outperforming more experienced contestants with his unexpected skills.

Some synonyms and antonyms for "dark horse":

Synonyms:

Underdog

Surprise contender 

Hidden talent

Long shot

Unexpected candidate

Wildcard

Antonyms:

Favorite

Front-runner

Established candidate

Leading contender

Obvious choice

Expected winner

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