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etch to cut, carve, or engrave a design, pattern, or text into a hard surface (such as glass, stone, or metal). Wright brothers etched their names intro history with their pioneering airplane flight at Kitty Hawk in 1903 start learning		wyryć, wyżłobić; wyryć w pamięci
precipice a very steep cliff or rock face; figuratively, a situation of great danger or on the verge of disaster. After the engine failure, the crew felt they were standing on the precipice of disaster. start learning		1. przepaść 2. niebezpieczna sytuacja
eminance the state of being famous, respected, or important: his eminence as a movie director start learning		wybitność
ingenuity someone's ability to think of clever new ways of doing something Gentlemen, I am truly impressed by your effort and ingenuity start learning		pomysłowość
fanciful not likely to succeed or happen in the real world The idea is not so fanciful as it may sound. start learning		dziwaczny Ten pomysł nie jest aż tak dziwaczny jak się wydaje.
opulence the quality of being expensive and luxurious The earliest Zeppelins lacked the sheer opulence of later models like the Hindenburg, but nevertheless offered a unique and comfortable travel experience. start learning		bogactwo
toboggan an object for sitting on and sliding over snow and ice that consists of a low frame which curves up at the front They gently transported her down the mountain in a toboggan. start learning		1. saneczki, sanki 2. jeździć na sankach
brusque speaking or behaving in a very direct, short, and often rude manner (abrupt and lacking warmth). The captain’s brusque announcement surprised the passengers, who expected a calmer tone. start learning		obcesowy
embark on something begin a new project, journey, or course of action As you embark on this research project, remember to define your scope clearly from the start start learning		rozpocząć coś
teaching post a permanent or temporary job position in an educational institution She applied for a teaching post at the local high school. start learning		stanowisko nauczycielskie
juncture a particular point in time, especially one that is critical or important in a process or series of events.👉 More common synonyms: stage, moment, point, phase. At this juncture in the investigation, the cause of the incident remains unclear. start learning		połączenie
exponentially at a rapidly accelerating rate, where growth becomes faster and faster over time (like in mathematics, exponential growth). The popularity of smartphones grew exponentially in the last decade start learning		wykładniczo / w błyskawicznym tempie
outset the very beginning or start of something (a project, a journey, a course, etc.). Formal, more common in academic or professional speech than in casual conversation At the outset of this course, I want to make clear what my expectations are. start learning		początek
be at odds to disagree or be in conflict with someone or something The captain’s decision was at odds with the weather forecast provided by dispatch. start learning		być w sprzeczności / nie zgadzać się z
rife widespread, common, often in a negative sense (usually referring to something undesirable such as problems, errors, rumors, corruption, etc.). Use: “full of” or “widespread.” Speculation was rife after the unexplained delay of the aircraft on the tarmac. start learning		rozpowszechniony
probation a trial or testing period during which someone's performance, behavior, or suitability is monitored before granting full rights, acceptance, or employment Because of his behavior, he was placed on probation at school. start learning		nadzór kuratorski / probacja oddać kogoś pod nadzór kuratorski
integrity the quality of being honest, having strong moral principles, and behaving consistently according to ethical standards She is a leader of great integrity — people trust her completely. start learning		uczciwość
weighty figuratively important, serious, or significant. heavy (literal), serious, important, significant (figurative). The pilot considered the weighty implications of diverting the flight due to weather. This topic carries weighty consequences for your final grade, so pay close attention. start learning		ciężki
endow To provide with a quality, ability, or asset naturally or permanently. Synonyms: grant, provide, equip, give. The aviation academy was endowed with a new flight simulator for student training. start learning		obdarzyć, wyposażyć, fundować
juggernaut A huge, powerful, and overwhelming force or institution that cannot be easily stopped. Be careful not to let a single juggernaut theory dominate your essay without critical analysis. start learning		niepowstrzymana siła, potęga, gigant
In the same vein Synonyms: similarly, likewise, in a similar manner. The new safety protocols were designed in the same vein as previous regulations but adapted for modern aircraft. start learning		w podobnym tonie
What's your take on this problem? start learning		czyjaś opinia, czyjś pogląd na dany temat, czyjeś stanowisko (w danej kwestii)
find somebody feet to become comfortable, confident, and capable in a new situation, job, or place It took her a few months to find her feet at the new company start learning		poczuć się pewnie, przyzwyczaić się
repossess retake possession of (something) when a buyer defaults on payments. The state does not actually repossess its land when the leases run out. start learning		odzyskiwać własność
diminutive a word form that conveys smallness or affection (e.g., booklet, doggy). use the diminutive form start learning		zdrobnienie
woven Radiotelephony is woven into national regulations worldwide start learning		tkać
impeccable She speaks impeccable English. His manners were impeccable. impeccably dressed start learning		nieskazitelny, bez zarzutu
linchpin Poland is NATO’s 3rd-largest military, and the linchpin against Russia. start learning		najważniejsza osoba, podpora
tenacity the quality of being very determined, persistent, and not giving up easily despite difficulties. Synonyms: determination, perseverance, persistence, resilience Her tenacity helped her finish the marathon despite the pain start learning		wytrwałość
for a dare to do something risky, silly, or challenging because someone dared you to (as a test of courage or boldness). Some students skip a class for a dare, but it often backfires when they miss important material. start learning		odważyć się
tipping point the critical moment at which a small change causes a much larger, often irreversible effect. Synonyms: turning point, breaking point, critical point The airline reached a tipping point where rising fuel costs made certain routes unprofitable. start learning		punkt zwrotny
indispensable for something absolutely necessary, essential; something you cannot do without in a given situation A good night’s sleep is indispensable for staying healthy. start learning		niezbędny do czegoś
be soft on something to treat something or someone in a lenient, forgiving, or not strict enough way The teacher was soft on the students who missed the deadline. start learning		tolerować coś, traktować coś z pobłażaniem
watercolour start learning		akwarela
proofread to read a document carefully in order to find and correct mistakes in spelling, grammar, punctuation, or formatting I need to proofread my email before sending it to my boss. start learning		sprawdzać, robić korektę, sczytać
come across To appear or give the impression of (a certain quality). He comes across as an eccentric person. start learning		robić wrażenie (np. bardzo sympatycznego), uchodzić, wydawać się jakimś
disheartening causing someone to lose confidence, motivation, or hope; discouraging It was disheartening to fail the driving test after months of practice. start learning		zniechęcające
Get real! start learning		Zejdź na ziemię! Ogarnij się! Przestań bujać w obłokach!
covet strongly desire something that belongs to someone else, often with a sense of envy He secretly coveted the promotion his colleague received start learning		łakomić się na cudze
towering figure A towering figure refers to someone who is either physically very tall and imposing or metaphorically a highly influential, important, or outstanding person in their field start learning		nadzwyczajna, wybitna postać
chiefly in My dad is fond of Italian dishes, chiefly spaghetti. start learning		głównie w
clip He clipped two cars while he was parking! Look at my car's body - someone clipped it start learning		zahaczyć (inny samochód podczas parkowania)
play hardball Act in a tough, aggressive, and uncompromising way, using ruthless tactics in business, politics, or negotiations to get what you want, much like playing serious baseball (hardball) instead of the softer softball. start learning		grać ostro, grać nie fair
forelock start learning		grzywka
rom-com start learning		komedia romantyczna
swanky start learning		elegancki
get down something Are you getting this down? I won't repeat myself! start learning		zapisać coś
uncover The police have uncovered new evidence. start learning		ujawniać (np. spisek), odkrywać (np. dowód, prawdę)
muster To gather people (especially soldiers) The officer mustered the troops on the parade ground start learning		skrzyknąć
muster the energy, strength, or support To collect or summon courage, strength, or support She mustered the courage to speak in front of the class. start learning		zebrać (np. odwagę, zapał)
list / tilt List → means a permanent or sustained lean of a ship to one side (port or starboard). The vessel developed a 10-degree list to starboard after the cargo shifted start learning		przechył, przechylenie (statku) przechył, przechylenie (statku)
seize up To stop functioning or moving because parts are stuck together The engine seized up after it ran out of oil start learning		zablokować się/zacierać się/odmawiać posłuszeństwa
segue To move smoothly from one topic to another. Let’s segue to the next point — airport safety management start learning		przejść gładko (np. z jednego tematu do drugiego)
untoward unexpected, inappropriate, or unfavorable he flight was delayed, but nothing untoward occurred start learning		nieprzewidziany
antiquity antiquity” here means a time long ago, before the Middle Ages In antiquity, navigation depended on the stars. start learning		antyk, starożytność
odd We came across odd problems. I found two odd gloves in the closet. start learning		rozmaity, różnorodny / nie do pary
heel To lean or tilt to one side, usually because of wind or waves The yacht heeled sharply to port in the strong wind start learning		przechylać się (o statku, jachcie)
commie start learning		co się stało, to się nie odstanie, już po ptakach
what's done is done start learning		Co zostało zrobione, to jest zrobione
come in person start learning		przyjdź osobiście
in case start learning		na wypadek gdyby, w razie gdyby
fly open Something opens quickly, usually due to wind, pressure, or being unlatched The overhead compartment flew open during turbulence start learning		gwałtownie się otwierać (np. drzwi)
impeccable Sara's figure skating performace was impeccable and she received highest possible notes. start learning		nieskazitelny Występ Sary w łyżwiarstwie figurowym był nieskazitelny i otrzymała za niego najwyższe możliwe noty.
lay judge start learning		sędzia, ławnik
above all Something is scheduled or expected to happen start learning		przede wszystkim, nade wszystko
be due in Something is scheduled or expected to happen The train is due at 10:00. start learning		spodziewany, planowany
due time Something is required, deserved, or must be paid The payment is due on the 20th of the month start learning		należyty, stosowny
pull-out couch start learning		rozkładana kanapa
hog start learning		blokować, okupować
five-star hotel s znika start learning		hotel 5-gwiazdkowy
leg-peeters start learning		ćpuny
fork We live near to the fork of the river. start learning		widelec rozwidlenie, rozgałęzienie
laud World leaders have lauded the agreement. The president lauded the work of the association. start learning		chwalić
litigation The case concerning the house went to litigation start learning		spór sądowy Sprawa o dom zakończyła się w sądzie
litigate to take a dispute or legal case to a court of law; to engage in a lawsuit The company decided to litigate rather than settle the dispute out of court start learning		procesować się
relent to become less severe, harsh, or strict; to soften in attitude, temper, or determination The teacher decided to relent and forgive the student for not doing her homework. start learning		ustępować, łagodnieć Nauczyciel zdecydował się ustąpić i wybaczyć uczniowi brak zadania domowego.
have the sense to do something o do one good thing, although you do other bad or silly things At least he had the good sense to turn the gas off. start learning		mieć rozsądek, aby coś zrobić
grace start learning		ozdobić, ozdabiać
irate, irateness start learning		wściekłość, irytacja
discharge More than half of all prisoners discharged are reconvicted within two years. start learning		wypisać (np. ze szpitala)
settle an account start learning		uregulować rachunek, rozliczyć się / wyrównać rachunki
be due for something expect, need, or scheduled to receive or experience something soon, often something positive or a necessary event/obligation, like a promotion, a car service, or a baby's arrival. I'm due for a promotion soon start learning		szykować się na coś, szykować do czegoś (co jest oczekiwane lub zaplanowane)
be in cahoots acting together with others for an illegal or dishonest purpose A banker and a government minister were in cahoots over a property deal start learning		zmowa, wspólnie działać
off you go start learning		1. możesz odmaszerować, możesz iść (używane do zaznaczenia, że rozmowa dobiegła końca) 2. no dalej! / naprzód
bring down start learning		kłaść coś trupem (np. ptactwo) / doprowadzać coś do upadku
run something past somebody to tell someone about something, to make sure they understand or approve Could you run that past me again? start learning		powtórzyć coś komuś

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