WORK SHEET #96 of Dr. Jedidiah's Diary

WORKSHEET #96

Let’s practice some expressions from the episode #96 of Dr. Jedidiah’s Diary

 

1.      His fashion is strictly edited, off_____ and gorgeous in a refined, luxurious and expensive way. (*meaning “unusual; unconventional”)

 

2.      Gary said the purse was an invaluable designer handbag, but I thought it looked no more than a dime a _____________. (*meaning “things that are very common, abundant, easy to find, and generally low in value or specialness”)

 

3.      Tim was so wh_________ over Kate that he never left her side. (*meaning “completely controlled by one’s girlfriend or boyfriend”)

 

4. The resident was suspicious, confirmed the check was a ph_______ and did not deposit the check. (*meaning “not genuine; fraudulent”)

 

5. Mary handled the difficult situation with the utmost mans_________. (*meaning “gentleness, mildness, and meekness of manner, often in dealing with others”)

 

6. He g__________ as he stepped into the icy water. (*meaning “a sudden, sharp inhalation of breath caused by shock, pain, surprise, or difficulty breathing”)

 

7. “I don't know why they like my stupid book so much," he h__________brags. (*meaning “noun/ verb: disguised boast masked as a complaint, self-deprecation, or false modesty to appear relatable while showing off”)

 

8. Ryan doesn’t trust Anna because Anna was always lying through her _________. (*meaning “to say something completely untrue”)

 

9. She c_______d and sung a lullaby to the baby for a while after changing his diaper. (*meaning “to speak in a soft, gentle voice; to murmur”)

 

10. This is an O.___. (*meaning “someone or something that is an original or originator and especially one that is highly respected or regarded”) muscle car built just for street racing.

 

11. Sierra is skilled in the art of m_______di and can create stunning designs.  (*meaning “the practice of making designs on someone’s hands with henna; central to South Asian celebrations, especially weddings, symbolizing luck, prosperity, and joy”)

 

12. Jessica’s gown was of gray __________ré, ornamented with pearly beads. (*meaning “ripple-like pattern (Moire effect is a visual perception that occurs when viewing a set of lines or dots that is superimposed on another set of lines or dots, where the sets differ in relative size, angle, or spacing”)