Review Game for Upper-Intermediate English: Listneing, Speaking, and Critical Thinking

In which context is the word "profound" used correctly?

"His constant paranoia made him believe everyone was out to get him"?

"Let's see how the negotiations play out before making any decisions"?

Which sentence uses the word "suspense" correctly?

Which sentence uses the word "lurid" correctly?

What does the word "insightful" mean in the sentence: "Her comments during the meeting were very insightful"?

"The farmer owned a small scrap of land in the countryside"?

A a result of a lack of investment, the city's _____ is falling apart.

Which sentence correctly uses the word "feasting"?

For teenagers, friends often become more influential than parents.

A map app on your smartphone can be invaluable when you visit a new city.

What is "clairvoyance" in this context: "Her supposed clairvoyance allowed her to predict future events"?

The surgery was done in one of the hospital's new state-of-the-art operating rooms.

It's difficult to understand the rationale for the judge's poor decision.

What is the meaning of "drawback" in this context: "The main drawback of the new system is its high cost"?

Which sentence uses the word "sheer" correctly?

What is the meaning of "buildup" in this context: "The buildup of tension was palpable before the game"?

What does the word "forgo" mean in the following sentence: "She decided to forgo dessert to maintain her diet"?

He made a conscious decision to reduce the amount of meat that he eats.

Which sentence uses the word "subtle" correctly?

One of the main responsibilities of the college admissions director is the recruitment of good students.

What does the word "capsizing" mean in this sentence: "The boat started capsizing during the storm"?

What does the word "salacious" mean in this sentence: "The tabloid was filled with salacious gossip about celebrities"?

What does "plaque" refer to in the sentence: "He received a plaque for his outstanding contribution to the company"?

Which sentence correctly uses the word "dreaded"?

Please read these guidelines before you begin to work on the project and then follow them carefully.

I appreciate all of the support you have given me during this difficult time.

It's a good idea to find a mentor who can help give you professional advice.

I expect he had an ulterior motive for asking about your friend.

In which sentence is "concoct" used correctly?