C12:30
Shades of feeling
Describe how your attitude to something shifted over time. Use: ambivalent, wary, indifferent, exhilarated, disillusioned, vindicated, at peace with.
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Describe how your attitude to something shifted over time. Use: ambivalent, wary, indifferent, exhilarated, disillusioned, vindicated, at peace with.
Describe a stressful period. Use at least four of: overwhelmed, apprehensive, drained, on edge, reassured, relieved, resentful, torn.
Give your view on everyday sustainability. Use: single-use, carbon footprint, offset, cut back, greenwashing, a knock-on effect, incentive.
Describe your family using at least four of: parents, brother, sister, grandparents, cousin, aunt, uncle, only child.
Describe a recent week using at least three of these words: relieved, frustrated, content, overwhelmed, grateful, restless.
Explain a recipe using at least five of: chop, slice, peel, boil, fry, bake, stir, season, serve.
Describe a memorable meal. Use: rich, bland, tender, crisp, zesty, hearty, overcooked, moreish, an acquired taste.
Talk about your health habits. Use: cut down on, work out, burnt out, get into a routine, sleep deprived, in moderation, a lifestyle change.
Give a tentative opinion on a contested issue. Use hedges: arguably, it could be argued, to some extent, by and large, there's a tendency to, not necessarily.
Talk about a hobby. Use: take up, get into, be hooked on, give up, practise, a beginner, get the hang of, make progress.
Take me on a tour of your home. Use at least five of: kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, sofa, wardrobe, sink, cupboard, balcony.
Tell a story where three idioms fit naturally: 'a blessing in disguise', 'bite the bullet', 'the last straw', 'call it a day', 'on the same page'.