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etch
to cut, carve, or engrave a design, pattern, or text into a hard surface (such as glass, stone, or metal).
Wright brothers etched their names intro history with their pioneering airplane flight at Kitty Hawk in 1903
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wyryć, wyżłobić; wyryć w pamięci
precipice
a very steep cliff or rock face; figuratively, a situation of great danger or on the verge of disaster.
After the engine failure, the crew felt they were standing on the precipice of disaster.
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1. przepaść 2. niebezpieczna sytuacja
eminance
the state of being famous, respected, or important:
his eminence as a movie director
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wybitność
ingenuity
someone's ability to think of clever new ways of doing something
Gentlemen, I am truly impressed by your effort and ingenuity
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pomysłowość
fanciful
not likely to succeed or happen in the real world
The idea is not so fanciful as it may sound.
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dziwaczny
Ten pomysł nie jest aż tak dziwaczny jak się wydaje.
opulence
the quality of being expensive and luxurious
The earliest Zeppelins lacked the sheer opulence of later models like the Hindenburg, but nevertheless offered a unique and comfortable travel experience.
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bogactwo
toboggan
an object for sitting on and sliding over snow and ice that consists of a low frame which curves up at the front
They gently transported her down the mountain in a toboggan.
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1. saneczki, sanki 2. jeździć na sankach
brusque
speaking or behaving in a very direct, short, and often rude manner (abrupt and lacking warmth).
The captain’s brusque announcement surprised the passengers, who expected a calmer tone.
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obcesowy
embark on something
begin a new project, journey, or course of action
As you embark on this research project, remember to define your scope clearly from the start
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rozpocząć coś
teaching post
a permanent or temporary job position in an educational institution
She applied for a teaching post at the local high school.
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stanowisko nauczycielskie
juncture
a particular point in time, especially one that is critical or important in a process or series of events.👉 More common synonyms: stage, moment, point, phase.
At this juncture in the investigation, the cause of the incident remains unclear.
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połączenie
exponentially
at a rapidly accelerating rate, where growth becomes faster and faster over time (like in mathematics, exponential growth).
The popularity of smartphones grew exponentially in the last decade
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wykładniczo / w błyskawicznym tempie
outset
the very beginning or start of something (a project, a journey, a course, etc.). Formal, more common in academic or professional speech than in casual conversation
At the outset of this course, I want to make clear what my expectations are.
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początek
be at odds
to disagree or be in conflict with someone or something
The captain’s decision was at odds with the weather forecast provided by dispatch.
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być w sprzeczności / nie zgadzać się z
rife
widespread, common, often in a negative sense (usually referring to something undesirable such as problems, errors, rumors, corruption, etc.). Use: “full of” or “widespread.”
Speculation was rife after the unexplained delay of the aircraft on the tarmac.
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rozpowszechniony
probation
a trial or testing period during which someone's performance, behavior, or suitability is monitored before granting full rights, acceptance, or employment
Because of his behavior, he was placed on probation at school.
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nadzór kuratorski / probacja
oddać kogoś pod nadzór kuratorski
integrity
the quality of being honest, having strong moral principles, and behaving consistently according to ethical standards
She is a leader of great integrity — people trust her completely.
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uczciwość
weighty
figuratively important, serious, or significant. heavy (literal), serious, important, significant (figurative).
The pilot considered the weighty implications of diverting the flight due to weather. This topic carries weighty consequences for your final grade, so pay close attention.
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ciężki
endow
To provide with a quality, ability, or asset naturally or permanently. Synonyms: grant, provide, equip, give.
The aviation academy was endowed with a new flight simulator for student training.
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obdarzyć, wyposażyć, fundować
juggernaut
A huge, powerful, and overwhelming force or institution that cannot be easily stopped.
Be careful not to let a single juggernaut theory dominate your essay without critical analysis.
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niepowstrzymana siła, potęga, gigant
In the same vein
Synonyms: similarly, likewise, in a similar manner.
The new safety protocols were designed in the same vein as previous regulations but adapted for modern aircraft.
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w podobnym tonie
What's your take on this problem?
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czyjaś opinia, czyjś pogląd na dany temat, czyjeś stanowisko (w danej kwestii)
find somebody feet
to become comfortable, confident, and capable in a new situation, job, or place
It took her a few months to find her feet at the new company
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poczuć się pewnie, przyzwyczaić się
repossess
retake possession of (something) when a buyer defaults on payments.
The state does not actually repossess its land when the leases run out.
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odzyskiwać własność
diminutive
a word form that conveys smallness or affection (e.g., booklet, doggy).
use the diminutive form
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zdrobnienie
woven
Radiotelephony is woven into national regulations worldwide
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tkać
impeccable
She speaks impeccable English. His manners were impeccable. impeccably dressed
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nieskazitelny, bez zarzutu
linchpin
Poland is NATO’s 3rd-largest military, and the linchpin against Russia.
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najważniejsza osoba, podpora
tenacity
the quality of being very determined, persistent, and not giving up easily despite difficulties. Synonyms: determination, perseverance, persistence, resilience
Her tenacity helped her finish the marathon despite the pain
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wytrwałość
for a dare
to do something risky, silly, or challenging because someone dared you to (as a test of courage or boldness).
Some students skip a class for a dare, but it often backfires when they miss important material.
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odważyć się
tipping point
the critical moment at which a small change causes a much larger, often irreversible effect. Synonyms: turning point, breaking point, critical point
The airline reached a tipping point where rising fuel costs made certain routes unprofitable.
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punkt zwrotny
indispensable for something
absolutely necessary, essential; something you cannot do without in a given situation
A good night’s sleep is indispensable for staying healthy.
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niezbędny do czegoś
be soft on something
to treat something or someone in a lenient, forgiving, or not strict enough way
The teacher was soft on the students who missed the deadline.
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tolerować coś, traktować coś z pobłażaniem
watercolour
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akwarela
proofread
to read a document carefully in order to find and correct mistakes in spelling, grammar, punctuation, or formatting
I need to proofread my email before sending it to my boss.
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sprawdzać, robić korektę, sczytać
come across
To appear or give the impression of (a certain quality).
He comes across as an eccentric person.
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robić wrażenie (np. bardzo sympatycznego), uchodzić, wydawać się jakimś
disheartening
causing someone to lose confidence, motivation, or hope; discouraging
It was disheartening to fail the driving test after months of practice.
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zniechęcające
Get real!
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Zejdź na ziemię! Ogarnij się! Przestań bujać w obłokach!
covet
strongly desire something that belongs to someone else, often with a sense of envy
He secretly coveted the promotion his colleague received
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łakomić się na cudze
towering figure
A towering figure refers to someone who is either physically very tall and imposing or metaphorically a highly influential, important, or outstanding person in their field
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nadzwyczajna, wybitna postać
chiefly in
My dad is fond of Italian dishes, chiefly spaghetti.
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głównie w
clip
He clipped two cars while he was parking! Look at my car's body - someone clipped it
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zahaczyć (inny samochód podczas parkowania)
play hardball
Act in a tough, aggressive, and uncompromising way, using ruthless tactics in business, politics, or negotiations to get what you want, much like playing serious baseball (hardball) instead of the softer softball.
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grać ostro, grać nie fair
forelock
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grzywka
rom-com
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komedia romantyczna
swanky
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elegancki
get down something
Are you getting this down? I won't repeat myself!
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zapisać coś
uncover
The police have uncovered new evidence.
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ujawniać (np. spisek), odkrywać (np. dowód, prawdę)
muster
To gather people (especially soldiers)
The officer mustered the troops on the parade ground
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skrzyknąć
muster the energy, strength, or support
To collect or summon courage, strength, or support
She mustered the courage to speak in front of the class.
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zebrać (np. odwagę, zapał)
list / tilt
List → means a permanent or sustained lean of a ship to one side (port or starboard).
The vessel developed a 10-degree list to starboard after the cargo shifted
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przechył, przechylenie (statku) przechył, przechylenie (statku)
seize up
To stop functioning or moving because parts are stuck together
The engine seized up after it ran out of oil
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zablokować się/zacierać się/odmawiać posłuszeństwa
segue
To move smoothly from one topic to another.
Let’s segue to the next point — airport safety management
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przejść gładko (np. z jednego tematu do drugiego)
untoward
unexpected, inappropriate, or unfavorable
he flight was delayed, but nothing untoward occurred
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nieprzewidziany
antiquity
antiquity” here means a time long ago, before the Middle Ages
In antiquity, navigation depended on the stars.
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antyk, starożytność
odd
We came across odd problems. I found two odd gloves in the closet.
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rozmaity, różnorodny / nie do pary
heel
To lean or tilt to one side, usually because of wind or waves
The yacht heeled sharply to port in the strong wind
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przechylać się (o statku, jachcie)
commie
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co się stało, to się nie odstanie, już po ptakach
what's done is done
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Co zostało zrobione, to jest zrobione
come in person
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przyjdź osobiście
in case
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na wypadek gdyby, w razie gdyby
fly open
Something opens quickly, usually due to wind, pressure, or being unlatched
The overhead compartment flew open during turbulence
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gwałtownie się otwierać (np. drzwi)
impeccable
Sara's figure skating performace was impeccable and she received highest possible notes.
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nieskazitelny
Występ Sary w łyżwiarstwie figurowym był nieskazitelny i otrzymała za niego najwyższe możliwe noty.
lay judge
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sędzia, ławnik
above all
Something is scheduled or expected to happen
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przede wszystkim, nade wszystko
be due in
Something is scheduled or expected to happen
The train is due at 10:00.
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spodziewany, planowany
due time
Something is required, deserved, or must be paid
The payment is due on the 20th of the month
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należyty, stosowny
pull-out couch
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rozkładana kanapa
hog
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blokować, okupować
five-star hotel
s znika
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hotel 5-gwiazdkowy
leg-peeters
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ćpuny
fork
We live near to the fork of the river.
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widelec
rozwidlenie, rozgałęzienie
laud
World leaders have lauded the agreement. The president lauded the work of the association.
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chwalić
litigation
The case concerning the house went to litigation
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spór sądowy
Sprawa o dom zakończyła się w sądzie
litigate
to take a dispute or legal case to a court of law; to engage in a lawsuit
The company decided to litigate rather than settle the dispute out of court
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procesować się
relent
to become less severe, harsh, or strict; to soften in attitude, temper, or determination
The teacher decided to relent and forgive the student for not doing her homework.
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ustępować, łagodnieć
Nauczyciel zdecydował się ustąpić i wybaczyć uczniowi brak zadania domowego.
have the sense to do something
o do one good thing, although you do other bad or silly things
At least he had the good sense to turn the gas off.
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mieć rozsądek, aby coś zrobić
grace
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ozdobić, ozdabiać
irate, irateness
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wściekłość, irytacja
discharge
More than half of all prisoners discharged are reconvicted within two years.
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wypisać (np. ze szpitala)
settle an account
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uregulować rachunek, rozliczyć się / wyrównać rachunki
be due for something
expect, need, or scheduled to receive or experience something soon, often something positive or a necessary event/obligation, like a promotion, a car service, or a baby's arrival.
I'm due for a promotion soon
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szykować się na coś, szykować do czegoś (co jest oczekiwane lub zaplanowane)
be in cahoots
acting together with others for an illegal or dishonest purpose
A banker and a government minister were in cahoots over a property deal
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zmowa, wspólnie działać
off you go
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1. możesz odmaszerować, możesz iść (używane do zaznaczenia, że rozmowa dobiegła końca) 2. no dalej! / naprzód
bring down
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kłaść coś trupem (np. ptactwo) / doprowadzać coś do upadku
run something past somebody
to tell someone about something, to make sure they understand or approve
Could you run that past me again?
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powtórzyć coś komuś

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