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midterm
I need to study for my midterm in history.
headphones
I always wear headphones when I'm studying at the library.
Don't stay out too late!
to look into something
We're looking into the possibility of merging the two departments.
a faculty member
to go over
I need to go over my notes before the exam.
internship application
reference
I found a great reference for my research paper at the library.
an outline
I need to create an outline for my research paper on climate change.
major to study
I'm majoring in English literature at university.
to refer to
In the article, the author refers to the importance of education.
an assignment
I have an assignment due next week for my history class.
to catch up
I need to catch up with my reading.
substitute teacher
The substitute teacher did a great job teaching the class.
look away from a phone
During dinner, it's polite to look away from your phone and talk to your family.
to collect a prize
minor mistake
aside from
Aside from English, she also speaks French fluently.
keep to schedule
I always warn my students at the start of the semester — and remind them constantly — to keep to the schedule, because it's not going to be fun looking at 10 hours of my face the night before the exam!
be/get carry away
It's easy to get carried away when you can do so much with the graphics software.
fast-paced song
bring up
My parents brought me up to be polite and respectful.
complementary activities
Under the proposed programme, joint and complementary activities would be undertaken with donors.
milestone
Graduating from college was a major milestone in her life.
take an exam
She took the TOEFL exam to apply for a university in the US.
academic
Academic writing
push yourself
In order to succeed in this class, you will need to push yourself to study harder.
make learning a lifelong goal
The final stage of reform would focus on improving lifelong learning, a goal to which the Government attached great importance.
complete a master’s degree
he was capable to complete his master’s degree.
take dedication
It'll take dedication and commitment to master the language.
come far
I think that is why I have come this far.
work hard at this
I need to work hard at this project to finish it on time.
Never had anyone helped me like she did
Never had anyone taught me so well like my favorite teacher did.
Dedication to studies paid off!
After months of studying for the final exam, her dedication to studies paid off when she received an A.
master’s
She holds a Master's from Harvard.
master's degree in
She earned her master's degree in medicine.
accomplished
She is an accomplished pianist who has performed in concert halls around the world.
accomplishment
Learning to play the guitar was a personal accomplishment for me.
Way to go!
You got an A on your test? Way to go!
stay focused
When practicing a musical instrument, it is crucial to stay focused on the notes and rhythm.
never let yourself get discouraged
Even when the math problems are hard, remember to never let yourself get discouraged.
show amazing willpower
To finish the project on time, the team showed amazing willpower and worked late into the night.
it was all worth it
Many asked if it was all worth it.
college would benefit us so much
Many people agree that college would benefit us so much in making important connections.
be a very driven person
I'm a very driven person and love to have challenges and goals.
feel more driven to do something
After reading that book, I feel more driven to start my own business.
finish higher education
make an achievement
That is all fight if we really make an achievement.
be admirable
he is an admirable performer on the violin.
reach academic goals
She is passionate about helping students reach their academic goals.
be a lifelong learner
Be curious and become a lifelong learner.
be a dedicated learner
For learners of Chinese, it takes about ten years to get this level, maybe eight years for very dedicated learners.
show enough dedication
Any student with enough dedication knows how to acquire information.
We did not show enough dedication in the first half.
be good enough
He was good enough to make the team.
Would you be good enough to hold the door open?
get a degree in
I knew that if I really wanted to end poverty, I had to get a degree in economics.
accomplish all goals
If we'd all work together, I think we could accomplish our goal.
Was it all worth it in the end?
benefit from the experience
Simultaneously, students benefit from the experience of a number of guest speakers from local service organizations, who will join the class to share their knowledge and inspiration.
key
Make sure to press the right key on the keyboard.
have no clue
When the teacher asked about the homework, I had no clue what she was talking about.
figure out
Can you help me figure out this math problem?
trust your intelligence
Sometimes it is crucial to trust your intelligence
a number of
A number of students attended the school event.
suspended from
If you get in serious trouble with your teacher, you may be punished by being suspended from school for a few days.
learn your lesson
Did you learn your lesson? You can't take my car without permission.
keep it down
Can you please keep it down? I'm trying to study.
apply to
I want to apply to several universities.
when in doubt
When in doubt, choose the option that feels right to you.
easel
The artist set up her easel in the park to paint the beautiful scenery.
senior year
She is excited about all the events planned for her senior year.
to figure
Can you help me figure this math problem?
tricky
Be careful with that puzzle; it can be quite tricky to put together.
arithmetic
In school, we learn arithmetic to help us solve math problems.
subtract
I need to subtract 5 from 10 to find the answer.
time away
After a long year of studying, I really need some time away to recharge.
thesis topic
She spent months narrowing down her thesis topic to something manageable.
the faculty
The faculty at our school is very supportive of students.
follow
Please follow the instructions carefully.
simple but uplifting
The song had a simple but uplifting melody that made everyone want to dance.
outline for an essay
Before I start writing my essay, I always create an outline to organize my ideas.
draw attantion
She wore a hat that really drew attention at the party.
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