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CPE On Screen Unit 1
Term | Definition |
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hazards | perils |
seasoned (traveller) | having a lot of experience of doing sth and therefore knowing how to do it well |
unwary /ʌnˈweə.ri/ | Not conscious of or careful about possible dangers |
weary /ˈwɪəri/ | very tired, esp bec of hard work or activity |
raw /rough deal | a situation in which someone receives unfair or harsh treatment. informal. |
Undimmed | not getting one's interest weakened |
Latch onto | to attach oneself to sth (literally or figuratively) |
Provincial | old fashioned and narrow-minded |
Omen | sth considered to be a sign of how a future event will take place |
Far-flung | widely distributed / far distant; remote |
Quaint | attractive because of being unusual and especially old-fashioned |
Venture | dare to go somewhere |
Daunting | intimidating |
Lush | showing or having an abundant supply of riches, wealth, comfort, or luxury |