B2+ 1D

People who constantly _____ for approval from others are doomed to live unfulfilled lives.

• belittle

• escalate

• long

• side

In workplace conflicts, it’s unprofessional for a manager to ______ with one employee over another without hearing both sides.

• build up

• side

• cloud

• kick out

Stress can ______ my mind so much that I often make poor decisions in high-pressure situations.

• build up

• clear

• cloud

• confront

A quarrel between neighbors over trivial matters can ______ into long-term hostility

• escalate

• clear

• cloud

• quarell

An ______ argument about finances is a leading cause of divorce and should be addressed early in a relationship.

• ongoing

• escalate

• belittle

• side

After a big fight, it’s hard for friends to ______ and be close again.

• belittle

• escalate

• make up

• buil up

Some people are quick to ______ over minor disagreements, which can lead to serious problems.

• come to blows

• long

• make up

• escalate

Allowing stress to ______ without finding ways to relax can harm your health.

• belittle

• build up

• make up

• clear the air

After a big argument, it's often helpful to ______ and resolve any misunderstandings.

• escalate

• clear the air

• belittle

• cloud your judgements

After their big argument, they weren`t ______ for several months.

• on speaking terms

• siding witg

• escalating

• willing