Vocabulary Intermediate Unit 3 and 4

Brian prefers to put things __ than to get them done. He’s the complete opposite of me.

Sara and Dave moved to the countryside to get ___ of the rat race. They want to enjoy a more relaxed and traditional way of life.

We’re ___ hot water because we’re not making a profit. We must find a way to keep the business operating in the short term.

I hope everyone will be able to work overtime this week and stay until 10p.m. each night. We have to finish this order by Friday and we are working ___ the clock.

Jeff has a habit of leaving things ___ the last minute and then getting stressed about being late.

Nina is so organised – she gets things done ahead __ time so deadlines are always met.

Katherine has always been very ___ so it’s not surprising that she has been promoted three times in the last two years.

(AMBITION)

The way I avoid ____ when I’m studying is to put on background music.

(DISTRACT)

Sophie can never make up her mind about anything – she’s so ____! Planning a night out with her can be hard work.

DECIDE

Louise was offered the position of deputy head as it was clear that she was ready for management _____.

(RESPONSIBLE)