WORDLIST 3 STORIES

Every bad situation has some good aspect to it. This proverb is usually said as an encouragement to a person who is overcome by some difficulty and is unable to see any positive way forward.

Sunbeam through the black stormy cloud.

If you don't risk anything, you won't gain anything.

I don't think I really have enough experience to get that job, but nothing ventured, nothing gained!

used to say that if you have failed or been hurt once, you will be more careful next time used to say that people will not do something again if it has been a bad experience

After I failed my driving test for the first time, I didn't want to take it again - once bitten, twice shy!

used to say that if someone treats other people badly he or she will eventually be treated badly by someone else You should not mistreat them. What goes around comes around.

You should always treat people with respect - what goes around comes around

It is polite, and possibly also advantageous, to abide by the customs of a society when one is a visitor.

If everyone in the office wears casual clothes, remember that when in Rome, do as the Romans do.

relating to drama or the performance or study of drama. "the dramatic arts". (of an event or circumstance) sudden and striking. "a dramatic increase in recorded crime"

Her new hairstyle: a dramatic change from what it was before.

marked by or causing hilarity: extremely funny That post was hilarious! I'll comment "LOL" so they know I laughed.

I laughed all night. It was a hilarious comedy show.

To be inspired is great. to inspire is incredible. beyond belief or understanding; unbelievable. marvellous; amazing

She moved with incredible speed.

Your journey: "Public speaking? No way" Struggling through A competent speaker Crowd pleaser Memorable Influential Inspiring

A good teacher must be inspiring to their students.

Of extreme force, degree, or strength.

Students are under intense pressure to succeed.

Producing strong emotion, especially sadness or sympathy. ‘an unforgettable and moving book’

The drama was so well written, it was a deeply moving experience.

Evoking a keen sense of sadness or regret. ‘a poignant reminder of the passing of time’ His shopping list is so poignant. His laundry list is so revealing.

There was a poignant scene near the end of the film.

Worthy of attention; striking. ‘a remarkable coincidence’

The exam results were such a remarkable achievement for him.

having the power to affect the feelings or sympathies. Two Puppies Hugging Each Other, What a Touching Scene a touching movie about two lost animals who try to find their way home

She cried when she heard the touching story.

Raise a child: My parents brought me up strictly

She was brought up by her grandparents.

school drop out

He had dropped out of college.

go by to pass, esp. time

Two weeks went by before Tony called.

Shit Happens But Life must go on

The meeting went on longer than expected.

Never Grow Up Peter Pan

What do you want to be when you grow up?

“Look up to” means “to admire and respect someone”.

He looks up to his older brother.

“Eternity is the now that does not pass away.”

She passed away in her sleep.

I picked up a few words of French while I was in France.

She left the company to set up her own business.

I'd like to settle down, get married and live in the countryside.

I don't like her, or what she stands for.

Don't take on too much work. You'll be exhausted.

Milo took up painting for a while but soon lost interest.

He turned up late and missed the starter.

I read a very interesting online article about street crime in Europe.

Do you know any autobiographies of American film stars I could read?

Boswell’s biography of Dr. Johnson is a really good read.

His film is the latest Hollywood blockbuster.

She writes a blog about beauty and fashion.

I love looking at the photos in gossip magazines.

He wrote some great music, but the lyrics weren’t that good.

Have you ever read a manga?

Have you seen the computer manual? I can't work out how to set it up.

Have you ever read one of Jane Austin's novels?

Our school went online this year.

Shelley’s poetry is very descriptive.

It's sometimes hard to keep up with all the social media updates.

Jamie posts tweets about political events in his town.

I like discussing political issues and the news on website forums.

If I haven't heard of a famous historical person, I normally look them up on Wikipedia.

Unlike paper encyclopedias, the articles in Wikipedia are constantly updated. Sometimes the encyclopedia is criticized for being biased or inaccurate.

The baby is just learning to crawl.

She sat gazing out of the window.

All assignments must be given in to your teacher by Friday.

Where's my coat? I think I hung it up here.

I look up all new words using my online dictionary.

It puts me off reading when you watch me.

I'm busy at the moment. Can I ring you back?

Phil sighed heavily and shook his head.

He took off his shoes.

I'm not going to turn down an invitation to New York

I'll wake you up when it's time to leave.

We spent the morning wandering around the old part of the city.

He leaned over to whisper something to her

He looked at his watch and yawned.