Active Recall 3

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What does it mean to gradually entered a negative state?... He (s- -) (i- -) a bad habit.
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SLIP INTO... He slipped into a bad habit... SLIP INTO.
What does CLING TO mean in this sentence? He clings to his old beliefs even though things have changed.
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CLING TO something: hold on to it tightly, but not physically — emotionally, mentally, or psychologically. He clings to the past.
What does TRUTH TO BE TOLD mean?
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TRUTH TO BE TOLD means to be really honest or in reality, especially when you’re admitting something. Example: Truth be told, I was nervous before the test.
What does SO BE IT, mean in this sentence? ........ If they cancel the project, SO BE IT.
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SO BE IT: an expression used to accept a situation, even if it’s not ideal or desired. If she doesn’t agree to go out with me, SO BE IT. At least I tried.
What phrasal verb mean to reduce pressure, criticism, or responsibility from someone... He (t- -) the pressure (- -) her by handling the meeting?.
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TAKE something OFF... He took the pressure off her by handling the meeting.
What are fats in the blood that can affect heart health if too high?
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TRIGLYCERIDES: High triglycerides can increase the risk of heart disease.
is the word used to arrange or plan activities like meetings or appointments at specific times?
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SCHEDULE — I need to schedule a meeting for next Monday.
What does it mean to end up in a situation you didn’t plan or expect?
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WIND UP — I didn’t plan to stay, but I wound up attending the whole event.
How do you say when a plan has the opposite effect of what was intended?. Salir el tiro por la culata.
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BACKFIRE — The plan backfired, and they wound up in jail.
What does it mean to have things happen always the way you want, usually at the expense of others?
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GET your WAY — Everyone is frustrated because Donald always gets his way.
What is a tool with a flat rubber blade used to remove water or liquid from a surface?.
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SQUEEGEE — I used a squeegee to clean the car windows.

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