a real stubborn streak
a real stubborn streak (noun phrase): a specific, noticeable part of someone’s character that makes them very determined to do what they want and refuse to do anything else.
synonyms: obstinacy, inflexibility, bullheadedness, persistence.
pronunciation: /ə rɪəl ˈstʌbən(...)
a trace of
trace (noun phrase): a very small amount of something.
synonyms: a bit, a hint, a touch, a sign.
pronunciation: /treɪs/
translation: pēdas, kripata, nedaudz
example: There was just a trace of a smile on her face when she heard the news.
account for
Account for (phrasal verb) /əˈkaʊnt fɔːr/
To explain the reason for something or how something happened. LV: izskaidrot, pamatot.
To be the explanation or cause of something. LV: būt par cēloni.
To form a particular amount or part of something. LV: sastādīt (daļu), veidot.
To(...)
acquire
acquire (verb):
General: to get or obtain something, especially something that requires effort or money.
Business: to buy or take control of a company or an asset.
Skills/Knowledge: to learn or develop a specific ability or habit over time.
synonyms: obtain, gain, attain,(...)
adversary
Adversary (noun) /ˈæd.və.ser.i/:
An enemy or opponent in a conflict, argument, or competition. LV: pretinieks, sāncensis.
Example sentences:
In the final round of the tournament, he faced his oldest adversary.
To win the debate, you must understand the arguments of your(...)
adverse
Adverse (adjective) /ædˈvɜːrs/:
Preventing success or development; harmful or unfavorable. LV: nelabvēlīgs, kaitīgs.
Acting in a contrary or opposing direction. LV: pretējs.
Example sentences:
The flight was cancelled due to adverse weather conditions, including heavy fog and(...)
allies
allies (noun, plural):
Political/Military: countries that have agreed to help and support each other, especially during a war.
Social/General: people or groups that help and support you, especially when others are against you or when you are trying to achieve a difficult(...)
alongside
alongside (preposition/adverb): next to the side of something or someone, or together with something.
synonyms: beside, next to, with, parallel to.
pronunciation: /əˈlɒŋsaɪd/
translation: blakus, līdzās, kopā ar
example: New houses were built alongside the river.
other(...)
Ammunition Holding Area
AHA (noun/abbreviation): Stands for Ammunition Holding Area. It is a temporary or semi-permanent location used for the storage of ammunition and explosives, typically in a field environment or a military installation, while they await further distribution or use.
synonyms: Ammo dump, ASP(...)
AHA
AHA (noun/abbreviation): Stands for Ammunition Holding Area. It is a temporary or semi-permanent location used for the storage of ammunition and explosives, typically in a field environment or a military installation, while they await further distribution or use.
synonyms: Ammo dump, ASP(...)
approachable
approachable (adjective): friendly and easy to talk to; or (of a place) easy to reach or enter.
synonyms: accessible, friendly, welcoming, sociable, reachable.
pronunciation: /əˈprəʊtʃəbl/
translation: pieejams, laipns, viegli uzrunājams
example: Despite being the CEO of a(...)
arrogance
arrogance (noun): an unpleasantly proud manner or belief that you are better, more important, or more talented than other people.
synonyms: self-importance, vanity.
pronunciation: /ˈærəɡəns/
translation: arogance, augstprātība
example: His arrogance made it difficult for him(...)
at odds
at odds (idiom/prepositional phrase):
Disagreement: to be in a state of disagreement or conflict with someone.
Inconsistency: to be different from something else when the two things should be the same or match.
synonyms: in conflict, at loggerheads, clashing, inconsistent,(...)
at odds
at odds (idiom/prepositional phrase):
Disagreement: to be in a state of disagreement or conflict with someone.
Inconsistency: to be different from something else when the two things should be the same or match.
synonyms: in conflict, at loggerheads, clashing, inconsistent,(...)
attempt
Attempt (noun / verb) /əˈtempt/:
(Noun) An act of trying to do something, especially something difficult. LV: mēģinājums.
(Verb) To try to do something, especially something difficult. LV: mēģināt.
Example sentences:
This is my second attempt at passing the driving test.
He(...)
available
Available (adjective) /əˈveɪ.lə.bəl/
Translations (LV)
Pieejams: Brīvs izmantošanai vai iegādei.
Sasniedzams: Persona, kura ir brīva sarunai vai darbam.
Derīgs: Kas ir spēkā vai izmantojams.
Examples
1. General & Professional Context
"The conference room(...)
