With so many daily design resources, how do you stay-up-date with technology without spending too much time on it?

They believe that life will be far better than it is today, so they tend to look on the bright side in any circumstances.

John congratulated us __________ our exam with flying colours.

Students are ________ less pressure as a result of changes in testing procedures.

When my mother is busy preparing dinner, my father often gives her a hand ____ the housework.

It all happened so quickly, one minute I was making chips and the next the whole kitchen was ____ fire!

Receptionist: "Good morning."

Chris: "Good morning. I've come to ______ Mrs. Dabria."

Yes, we went away on holiday last week, but it rained day in day out.

_________ her inexperience, her failure to secure the contract was not surprising.

Most people indulge ___ harmless fantasies to relieve the boredom of their lives.

My father hit the roof when he found out that I'd damaged the car.

The move to a different environment had brought about a significant ____ in Mary's state of mind.

There's a list of repairs as long as _________.

After congratulating his team, the coach left, allowing the players to let their _____ down for a while.

We're over the _____! Who wouldn't be? We've just won 1 billion VND.

I've never really enjoyed going to the ballet or the opera; they're not really my _________.

The wine had made him a little ________ and couldn't control his movement.

You need to make _________ about what course to take at university.

Poor management brought the company to _____ of collapse.

Mr. Simpkins is the big ____ in the company as he has just been promoted to the position of Managing Director.

She took it for granted that the check was good and did not ask him any question about it.

This is _____ the most difficult job I've ever had to do.

Thomas knows Paris like the back of his ___. He used to be a taxi driver there for 2 years.

It is such a prestigious university that only excellent students are entitled to a full scholarship each year.

I haven't read any medical books or articles on the subject for a long time, so I'm _____ with recent developments.

When the kids asked him about his girlfriend, he'd go as red as a ____.

I can't give you the answer on the _____; I'll have to think about it for a few days.

I am gripped with a fever whenever a new year is coming.

Failing to submit the proposal on time was _____ for Tom.

They always kept on good ____ with their next-door neighbours for the children's sake.

Someone is going to have to take responsibility for this disaster. Who is going to ____?

When the police arrived the thieves took to flight leaving all the stolen things behind.

I used to ______ reading comics, but now I've grown out of it.

The children were full of beans today, looking forward to their field trip.

I am sure your sister will lend you a sympathetic ____ when you explain the situation to her.

At every faculty meeting, Ms Volatie always manages to put her foot in her mouth.

He built up a successful business but it was all done ___ of his health.

It is vital that food is made available ____ the famine areas.

During the interview, you should ______ on what the interviewer is saying.

Everyone should travel. As they say, it really ____ the mind.

We have lived there for years and grown fond of the surroundings. That is why we don't want to leave.

Billy, come and give me a hand with cooking.

The old woman accused the boy ___ the window.

Unfortunately, the company closed down because it couldn't keep ___ with rapidly changing technology.

My granny takes _____ for keeping the house.

Be sure to ____ a real effort to answer all the questions the interviewer asks.

Can you tell me who is responsible ___ checking passports?

Who is _____ this company?

Vietnam's Got Talent is the game show that has taken the audience _____.

Violence on TV can have a bad _____ on children.

The poor child was in floods of ____ because his bicycle had been stolen.

You never really know where you are with her as she just blows hot and cold.

Residents were warned not to be extravagant with water, _____ the low rainfall this year.

She was _______ from hospital.

This necklace isn't expensive but it has sentimental ________ .

The high level of air pollution in our country negatively ________ the health of a large number of people.

In the morning, there is often __________ traffic on the roads.

If you want to give up work, you need to be _________ aware of the consequences.

He ___________ a crime and he will spent the rest of his life in jail.

There has been a rise in the number of cars on the roads in _______ years.

I was ____________ disappointed when I failed final exams.

We couldn't finish because we ________ time.

They negotiated for hours before ..... a decision.

Do you think we ..... a chance of winning the match?

Have you seen the weather ..... on TV today?

1. ‘Don’t be afraid to ______ for advice,’ Mum told Amy.

Jamie _____ a short rest in the afternoon.

I was given a_________ glimpse of what my life would be.

The boy ___________ his promise and didn't take her to the cinema.

The girl _______ her grandmother a visit as she hadn't seen her for a long time.

The team only _________ control of the game with five minutes to go.

The car grounded to a halt as it had a _________ tyre.

After two years working part-time at the factory, he finally got a _______ job.

She _______ me into changing my subject choices.

I don't know if John was fully _______ of the consequences his actions might have.

I'm really sorry you have to leave, you will be ______ missed.

Currently, it is ______ forbidden to go to the supermarket without a face mask.

I hope I made myself ______ clear. I don't more confusions.

It is highly ______ that we will go back to normality in the next two months.

We all wanted the party to be perfect, I am sorry that it turned out to be _______ disappointing.

It's highly _______ for Sarah to be late, I hope nothing bad happened to her.

That guy over there looks _______ familiar, I think I have seen him around the office.

I am so stubborn! In that sense I ____________ after my mother.

The car was destroyed but nobody __________ responsibility for it!

I'd like to take _________________ in this project. How can I join?

Choose the correct collocation :

We didn't realize it at the time, but not having any interest in Valentine's Day was ___________________________ for us —we broke up a month later.

Louis has seen ______________ in his english class this year, doing excellent work in comparison with last year.

The Colombian's President’s speech was disappointing as it totally _________________.

The fact there is a _____ gap between the rich and poor in my country is worrying.

In _____ years we have experienced a rise in the number of cars on the road.

I was _____ disappointed when I failed my driving test.

Many _____ species can be found on the grasslands and in the jungles of Africa.

Don’t ______ your time doing things that are not important.

Most medication must be taken at _____ intervals. You mustn’t just take it randomly.

Candidates who _____ the requirements will be offered a scholarship.

I got a __ shock when I received the letter

It was a __ surprise to hear from him after so many years.

When I heard ''It is with _____ regret..'' I knew that the announcement would be sad.

He has a __ belief in his abilities.

She has a __ fear of the dark.

He has __ memories of his childhood holidays.

It's been her __ dream to visit Australia

I think she has rather __ expectations.

You'd better hit the books as the exam is coming soon.

You'd better leave now if you want to arrive early for the exam. Break a leg!

You have 2 days to ___________ a decision whether to go or not.

Nowadays, the number of poeple who are out of _______ is rapidly increasing.

The two boys look _________, but they are not brothers.

If you are over the moon,

If I say “I’m going to hit the books now”,

When you see eye to eye with someone,

What's on your bucket list? Your bucket list is:

That was a PIECE OF CAKE!

I was about to go on stage and had BUTTERFLIES IN MY STOMACH.

After I made an A on the test, I felt like I was ON TOP OF THE WORLD!

You will get into hot water when going out for no particular reason.

You'd better hit the books as the exam is coming soon.

You'd better leave now if you want to arrive early for the exam. Break a leg!

BREAK A LEG!

William will keep his room clean WHEN PIGS FLY.

He was born with a silver spoon in his mouth means...

Luz made up her mind to play Henny Penny.

He did not want the talk to get out of hand.

The play was a big hit!

Smell a rat

my cup of tea means...

You will get into hot water when going out for no particular reason.

get into hot water : gặp rắc rối

A: I think he'll pay you back your money.

B: When _________ fly.

(còn xơi , chuyện ít khi xảy ra)

My parents are going to hit the roof if they find out we had a party here.

hit the roof = hit the ceiling: nổi giận

My watch was __________. Could you have the time?

He is always full of ___________. He can play fooball all day without tiredness

(full of ..............: hăng hái, phấn chấn)

If you say that something costs an arm and a leg,

If you take something with a pinch of salt,

(nửa tin nửa ngờ)

If you feel under the weather,

If you hit the sack,

hit the sack= hit the hay: đi nằm, đi ngủ

If you say that something is a piece of cake,

If you let the cat out of the bag,

let the cat out of the bag: tiết lộ bí mật

If something is a hot potato,

(a hot potato : vấn đề nan giải, khó giải quyết)

It is good to see you doing so well. ______ up the good work!

We don't like to cut _________ we prefer to do a good job.

We only sell ___________ new products. (100% new )

Choose the correct collocation!

The new CEO has __________ targets for annual sales.

Choose the correct collocation!

The new corporation barely __________ a profit in the third quarter.

Choose the correct collocation!

Mammals__________ into two main categories: herbivores and carnivores.

I hate when somebody is being late. It rattles my ______ .

The high level of air pollution in our country negatively ________ the health of a large number of people.

In the morning, there is often __________ traffic on the roads.

If you want to give up work, you need to be _________ aware of the consequences.

He ___________ a crime and he will spent the rest of his life in jail.

There has been a rise in the number of cars on the roads in _______ years.

I was ____________ disappointed when I failed final exams.

Steve is really friendly and loves ... jokes

He's very good at ... with people's problems.

We _____ time sitting in a traffic jam. We should've taken the train.

Some languages do not __________ a distinction between blue and green.

The bank was fined for failing to __________ with the regulations.

Police __________ an investigation into alleged corruption.

We __________ an effort to repair the damage, but in vain.

Your sister looks __________ wonderful.

We __________ recommend an increase in duty.

The best way to _______ fit is to exercise.

Without TV people are much more likely to _________ active

Parents should _______ a good example for their children.

Schools should teach children about a ___________diet.

Even if you don't smoke yourself, ____________ smoking can harm your health.

You had better keep a box of matches ______ in case the lights go out again.

Action films with big stars tend to ______ great public attention.

The scientists are working on a drug capable of _____ the spread of cancerous cells.

It's time he acted like a ________adult and stopped blaming others for his wrongdoings.

It's not my _________to tell you how to run your life, but I think you should settle down and have a family.

I'm sorry. I didn't mean to ______ your feelings when i said such a thing.

The film was so intriguing that the audience were all_______ to the screen until the end.

A key component of industry 4.0 is the Internet of Things characterized by the connections of all mobile_____.

Young people are ambitious by nature, so they tend to set their _______ high on whatever they do.

My aunt used to sell vegetables at the local market to ______ a living.

Mr Brown, a self-made businessman, attributed his success to hard ______ and a bit of luck.

With their undeveloped immune systems, young infants are ______ to a wide range of minor ailments.

You shouldn't use that ladder as it doesn't look ______ enough.

Nicholas had never chaired a meeting before, but he rose to the ______ yesterday when he presided over a forum.

The students were worried that they wouldn't be able to _______ the deadline for the assignment.

In spite of their disabilities, the children at Spring school manage to _____ an active social life.

My sister really enjoys acting as a hobby, but she doesn't want to do it for a(an) ______.

Janice ______ some useful suggestions for the extra-curricular activities.

Kevin enjoyed working with children so much that he decided to pursue a _______ in teaching.

A reduction in the amount of paperwork has been proposed in an attempt to ease the ______ on busy teachers.

The government has ______ every effort to stop the rapid spread of COVID - 19.

Making children soup is not difficult; it's just a matter of following the ______.

Despite our careful planning, the whole surprise party was a ______ of accidents.

It was noticeable how a few people managed to ______their will on the others.

You must mix the right ______ of soap and water if you want to blow bubbles that last longer.

Jack never _______ on other people for help. He always solves his problems on his own.

Early to bed and early to rise will ______ you good.

The first week at university was a little ______ because so many students get lost, change classes or go to the wrong place.

The boss has asked me to take the apprentice under my ______.

Having so many hobbies in common, Ted and Nick got on like a(n) _______ on fire.

This firm's gone to the _______ since the new management took over.

He is disappointed at not winning the competition, but he will soon _____ it.

The boss has asked me to take the apprentice under my ______.