* precisely:
exactly; clearly; specifically
ex> Mortimer arrived at precisely
four o’clock, set down his bag, and stood waiting for Dr. Allison.
* to
the point: to such a degree or extent
ex> Debbie’s interruptions have
gotten to the point where I can’t get anything done.
Note> You have to pay close attention
to the context since this phrase can also mean concerning the important or
essential issue. This usage is often put as come
or get to the point, meaning “address
the important issue.”
* get
out now: to abandon a pursuit immediately
ex> After watching the value of my
portfolio decline for months, I decided I should get out now.
* light
at the end of the tunnel: an encouraging sign of improvement during a long
and difficult situation
ex> Don’t be discouraged by all this
hard work: I’m sure there’s light at the end of the tunnel.
* contemporary:
occurring in the present period or during the same period as what has been
referenced
ex> Albert was familiar with all the
major participants in the contemporary art scene.
* rush:
a brief sense of excitement or pleasure; great thrill
ex> I can’t stand being in crowds,
but you seem to get a rush from it.
* industry: 산업, 업계
Industry also means “energetic, committed activity at a task”. For example, “Sarah
approaches her schoolwork with great industry
in the morning, but less energetically in the afternoon.”
ex> I could see that the record industry
was in decline, and I was in the mood for a change.
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