group Saturday 10 am / after 16th March class

a situation in which you can enjoy the advantages of two very different things at the same time

• undermining

• catch 22 situation

• take a plunge

• the best of both worlds

1. Which phrase (from our emergent language on miro) fits all three sentences? 1) After much contemplation, Sarah decided to t____ a p____ and pursue her dream of starting her own business.

2. 2) Despite the uncertainty, Jack summoned the courage to t____ a p____ into the icy waters, experiencing an exhilarating rush of adrenaline.

3. 3) With encouragement from her friends, Emily finally decided to t____ a p____ and signed up for the challenging mountaineering expedition she had always dreamed of attempting.

Which expression from our emergent language fits all three sentences? 1) The local community center provides a valuable o____ f__ children to engage in recreational activities and socialize with their peers.

1. 2) Writing has always been a therapeutic o____ f__ Jane, allowing her to express her thoughts and emotions in a creative and meaningful way.

2. 3) Volunteering at the animal shelter serves as a fulfilling o____ f__ Mark's passion for helping animals in need while also giving him a sense of purpose and fulfillment.

Which expressions fits this trio? 1) By living in the countryside yet having access to the amenities of the city, she feels like she __________—peaceful surroundings and urban conveniences.

1. 2) With her job allowing her to work remotely, she can spend time with her family while still advancing her career—truly __________.

2. 3) Their bilingual upbringing ensures they __________, effortlessly navigating between two cultures and languages with ease and understanding.

• pay the price

• 1. have the best of both worlds

• take a plunge

• rest and replenish

1. Which expressions (from our emergent language on miro) fits this trio? 1) Mark's relentless workaholism led him to p____ the p____ of strained relationships and declining health as he prioritized career success above all else.

2. 2) Sarah's commitment to workaholism meant sacrificing her personal hobbies and leisure time, ultimately p____ the p____ of burnout and mental exhaustion.

3. 3) Despite the short-term gains, Tom realized he was p____ the p____ of workaholism when he missed important family milestones and found himself disconnected from his loved ones.

to become excessively focused or obsessed with something, often to the point where it becomes difficult to think about or pay attention to anything else

• to fixate on

• to take a plunge

• to replenish

• to pay the price

Which expression fits all three sentences? 1) Despite numerous warnings from his colleagues, he continued to f____ o__ work, often staying late into the night and neglecting his personal life in pursuit of career success.

1. 2) Jane's tendency to f____ o__ work led her to constantly check her emails, even during family dinners and vacations, unable to disconnect from her professional responsibilities.

2. 3) Mark's relentless f____ o__ work not only affected his own well-being but also strained his relationships with friends and family, as they felt neglected and unimportant compared to his job.

Living in a bustling city with easy access to nature's tranquility, Sarah feels she has t___ b___ of t__ worlds—enjoying the vibrant urban lifestyle while also relishing moments of peace and serenity in the countryside.