Jesień 2022

Instead of money bonuses, more and more companies decide to use electronic gadgets as incentives for the best workers.

The men was described as a hardened criminal who possed a serious threat to the public

Initially, the industry underestimated the utility of unmanned aerial vehicles. He underestimated how long it would take them to get there.

A serious storm caused numerous accidents on roads. My boss made numerous changes in personnel.

You have to sign this contract as a prerequisite for our negotiations.

Dave is stuck in a rut and has to decide what to do with his life.

He doesn't have any resources to buy a new car.

He is seemingly nice, but don't let that fool you.

She knew she had found an ally in Ted.

reliant on the weather

They have made considerable progress recently.

He seems to have put his heart into the venture.

You must declare your revenue on your income tax form.

I was the most talented one until he eclipsed me. partial lunar eclipse

Mum says I can get a job if it doesn’t interfere with my homework.

The idea that there is life on other planets is the central premise of the novel.

• So I think there was more give and take between our performing than any other relationship.

I don't understand him, his arguments are inconsistent. To be a good teacher, you have to be consistent.

evasive answers/comments/replies. Tessa was evasive about why she had not been at home that night.

Computers are becoming ubiquitous in our society.

The report was overloaded by a mass of superfluous detail. I feel superfluous here.

I must also thank Mr Smith for his unflagging help over many years.

Your decision to quit the job is irrevocable.

The course is open to anyone, irrespective of age. The law requires equal treatment for all, regardless of race, religion, or sex.

The contrast could not have been made more explicit.

the perennial problem of water shortage

Hugh felt the relentless sun on his back.

I am fed up with this persistent rain. If the pain persists, call the nurse.

The offer was too enticing to refuse. An enticing smell came from the kitchen. A weekend in Rome? Sounds tempting!

The results surpassed all our expectations.

Despite the media hype, I found the film very disappointing.

a clever marketing ploy

I thought I'd have so many things to love and nothing to hinder me. Storms at sea impeded our progress.

These chemicals have a detrimental impact on the environment

I essentially support what has been said about both countries. We must remember that trade is essentially a good thing.

I have an inherent distrust of lawyers

It's pointless argueing with him. He won't understand anything

Our issues stem from his alcoholism

in a ruminative mood

An inquiry has been set up in the wake of the crash.

I don’t want to exacerbate the situation. In everyday English we usually say get worse rather than deteriorate. Her health got worse. Meanwhile, prison conditions have deteriorated and the public has lost confidence in the criminal justice system

I didn't mean to cause you distress.

Their words were so vicious that she cried.

They found a commonalities in discussing their experiences.

I'll assign these tasks after the break

Police described it as a particularly gruesome attack. Spare me the gruesome details.

The movie evokes a simpler time when life was less complicated.

Doris seemed reluctant to join the discussion.

Your work is outstanding, so you deserve a pay raise

She stands out with catholic interests. Few foods are as versatile as cheese.

This will inevitably lead to the closing of small businesses. It was inevitable that she would find out the truth. The company is in imminent danger of collapse

Which was more plausible?

The food was abundant and delicious. During the summer tomatoes are plentiful and cheap. Profuse sweating is one of the symptoms of heat exhaustion

I bought a 5-month-old washing machine in a pristine condition.

Doctors said they were flabbergasted at the decision to close the hospital.

mundane life. The mundane task of setting the table can be fun on holidays.

He has a knack of saying the wrong thing. Jo has a flair for languages.

They receive a grant of £1,094 to cover the cost of miscellaneous expenses. a miscellaneous assortment of books

Reports show that men are more fertile in the winter. One of the most prolific periods in her career. Picasso was extremely prolific during his Cubist years.

A great idea dawned on him. A great plan occurred to me.

Some plants are very prone to disease. Soil on the mountain slopes is very susceptible to erosion.

Robust scrutiny is what we need right now.

He has stunningly beautiful eyes.

He will be trying to leverage him to get an advantage.

The countryside was green and lush. She lowered her eyelashes.

I wasn't able to attend because of a prior plan.

The president is empowered to appoint judges to the Supreme Court.

This solution is politically expedient but may well cause long-term problems. expedient to do something

What is your stance on environmental issues? Strong stance against abortion

We must continue to strive for greater efficiency.

Alcohol is illicit for children