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问题 American English 答案 American English
Deprived of
Social Worker: "Children in poverty are often 'Deprived of' access to proper nutrition and educational opportunities."
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Lacking or being without something essential or desirable
Social Worker: "Children in poverty are often '____________________' access to proper nutrition and educational opportunities."
Worthwhile
Was the project worth your time?
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Worth the effort spent on it.
Yes, the project was definitely worthwhile; the results exceeded our expectations.
Culture of Presenteeism
HR Director: "We must address the 'Culture of Presenteeism' to prioritize employee well-being over merely showing up at the office."
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A workplace culture where employees feel compelled to be physically present at work, even when sick or unproductive.
HR Director: "We must address the '____________________' to prioritize employee well-being over merely showing up at the office."
Operational Entities
How do they manage different parts of the business?
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Distinct parts of an organization responsible for specific functions.
They have several operational entities to handle various aspects such as production, marketing, and logistics.
Come of Age
When did the technology come of age?
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To reach a stage of maturity or development where someone or something is fully grown or established.
The technology came of age in the late 2000s, becoming widely adopted and highly reliable.
Discouraged
Have you ever felt discouraged when faced with a difficult task?
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Feeling disheartened or demotivated due to obstacles or setbacks.
Yes, I have felt discouraged when faced with a difficult task, but I persevered and eventually overcame the challenge.
Collateral Damage
What was the impact of the military operation?
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Unintended harm that occurs as a result of actions
The military operation was successful, but there was significant *collateral damage* to nearby buildings and civilians.
Rosiest Scenarios
How do you plan for the future, even when considering the rosiest scenarios?
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The most optimistic and positive outcomes or situations.
I plan for the future by setting realistic goals, even when considering the rosiest scenarios, to stay optimistic yet practical.
Lined Everybody Up
How did the coach prepare the team for practice?
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To arrange people in a orderly manner.
The coach lined everybody up and gave a brief overview of the training session before starting drills.
Upheaval and Disasters
How does the organization prepare for unexpected events?
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disruptions
The organization has a comprehensive plan to address potential upheaval and disasters, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
Unraveled
How did they solve the complex problem?
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to solve a complex issue.
They worked tirelessly to unravel the mystery behind the system failure.
Frame Their Proposals
How do companies typically frame their proposals to attract clients?
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To structure or present their proposals in a particular way.
Companies typically frame their proposals by highlighting their unique value propositions and tailored solutions.
in the vein of
Sales Manager: "We'll explore marketing strategies 'In the Vein' of our previous successful campaigns to target our core demographic effectively."
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in the same pattern as
Sales Manager: "We'll explore marketing strategies 'In ________________' of our previous successful campaigns to target our core demographic effectively."
Underplay
During a conversation about accomplishments, a person downplays their own achievements, despite being highly successful.
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To make something seem less important than it is.
She tends to *underplay* her achievements, but she’s actually quite accomplished.
Resolve the Impasse
How can we move forward with the negotiations?
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To find a solution
To move forward with the negotiations, we need to resolve the impasse by finding common ground.
Prosaic
How would you describe the routine tasks?
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Lacking excitement, ordinary.
The routine tasks are quite prosaic, involving repetitive and ordinary activities without much excitement.
accept Tacitly
voice any objection
Have you ever accepted tacitly a decision made by a group?
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To accept something siliently
Yes, I have accepted tacitly a decision made by a group when I didn’t voice any objections during the meeting.
Ascertain
How did he determine the cause of the problem?
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to establish the truth of information.
He conducted several tests to ascertain the root cause of the issue.
Allot Time
How should you manage your schedule?
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To allocate or assign a specific amount of time to something. be
You should allot time each day for focused work and regular breaks to maximize productivity.
Enhancing
How are you enhancing your skills this year?
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To improve the quality, value, or extent of something.
I’m enhancing my skills by taking online courses and attending workshops.

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