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Boomerang Generation
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| a load more (debt) | a lot more |
| rent-free | without paying rent |
| put things right | fix a problem |
| empty nest syndrome | sadness parents feel when children leave |
| retire | stop working due to age |
| a mess | untidy situation |
| take issue with (sth) | disagree or be annoyed by |
| take (sth) for granted | not appreciate sth |
| take your mind off (sth) | stop thinking about worries |
| get back with (sb) | resume a relationship |
| take pride in | feel proud of, have a feeling of accomplishment because you've done something well |
| put up with | tolerate |
| landlord | a person who rents property |
| get on someone's nerves | annoy someone |
| obsessive | overly focused on sth |
| save like mad | save a lot of money quickly |
| littered with | covered with things in a messy way |
| put things away | tidy up, store things |
| take offence | feel upset/insulted |
| awkward | uncomfortable/socially difficult |