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Traduzione e definizione
to approve ("sthg" or "of sthg"): approvare, dare l’approvazione a (qualcosa)
Your proposal has been approved by our boss, well done! La vostra proposta è stata approvata dal nostro capo, ben fatto!
to disapprove (of a decision): disapprovare (una decisione)
Esempi
- "Mayor : Consider it approved."
- "I could easily say that 67% of Americans APPROVE of the job the President is NOT doing."
- "I'm quite pleased with your work, and I'm going to approve your budget proposal, provided that we can get Ms. Bümbüm to agree to this deal."
- "67% of Americans APPROVE of the job the President is NOT doing."
- "Why don't you write up a brief proposal, and I'll try to have it approved ASAP."
- "Now, I'd like to open the floor for discussion, and eventually a vote to approve the new budget proposals."
- "Philip : I review and approve the final billing of our major clients prior to their invoice."
- "However, all Delavigne products are tested and approved by the FDA."
- "Currently, none of our subcontractors are approved by OILS."
- "We will be able to turn this possible PR catastrophe into a huge marketing advantage over our competitors, most of whom do not work with OILS approved subcontractors."
- "This is the last board meeting of the year, where we review this year's results, approve the budget for the upcoming year, and forecast next year's growth."
- "OILS is a globally recognized organization, and we can be sure that any subcontractor who is approved by OILS is completely legitimate: their employees are of legal working age, they are treated fairly and are all paid the minimum wage or above."
- "The company will work only with manufacturers approved by human rights watchdog group P."
- "Also, I am sure the company would have been happy to approve your direct flight, had you not attempted to book it in first class."
- "Last week, an opinion poll showed that 67% of Americans of voting age disapprove of the job the US President Tom Shrub is currently doing."
- "Icarus : Then I'll have to recommend to Bruno and to the board that your supplies must be pre-approved by... me!"
- "Last year, we approved a salary increase, a pension fund, a new health plan with the best HMO in California and even spousal benefits!"
Esercizio 1
Choose the TRUE statements from the list below:
There may be more than one correct answer! Check all that apply.
There may be more than one correct answer! Check all that apply.
Choose the TRUE statements from the list below:
There may be more than one correct answer! Check all that apply.
There may be more than one correct answer! Check all that apply.
This is the only false statement in this list. Icarus says that Miracle, the software he wants to buy, fulfills the needs (of the company) with the appropriate amount of security. He does not make this statement about Delavigne's current software.
This is a true statement. When Icarus mentions the Miracle software to Bob, Bob reacts very strongly, saying "Whoa, whoa! Miracle! Miracle costs big bucks, Icarus!" If something costs "big bucks", it is very expensive. "Big Bucks" is a common American expression indicating high cost or large amounts of money. Here it indicates that Bob is concerned about the price of the Miracle software.
This is a true statement. Icarus tells Bob, "I think you should speak with Mr. Delavigne". He is suggesting that Bob speak with Bruno regarding the new software program.
This is a true statement. Early in the dialogue, Icarus informs Bob that Bruno "has authorized the company to purchase a more current software suite. To "approve" shares a similar meaning with 'to authorize" in this context, for example: I will approve the marriage, as long as your boyfriend's family pays for the cakes.
Esercizio 2
Select the TRUE statements from the list below.
There may be more than one correct answer!
There may be more than one correct answer!
Select the TRUE statements from the list below.
There may be more than one correct answer!
There may be more than one correct answer!
This statement is false. At the beginning of this broadcast, Brent compliments Moira, saying "you look wonderful this morning". Moira then replies that they have already discussed the issue of making comments about personal appearance. Brent recalls their previous conversation, saying "no more personal comments or you'll call my wife?" Moira is discouraging Brent from making these types of comments during their reports, and we know that she has already mentioned this to him previously. We can assume that this is something that Moira doesn't appreciate.
This is a true statement, and the main subject of this report. Moira says that "67% percent of Americans of voting age disapprove of the job the US President Tom Shrub is currently doing", which means that a recent sample of people's opinions has found that a majority (2/3 or two thirds) of Americans are unhappy with the present policies of President Shrub.
This statement is false. Whilst it is true that President Shrub is in his second term of office, Moira actually says that President "Shrub has 3 more years in office before his second term expires", meaning that the Presidency will end in 3 years time. "A (political) term" refers to the period of time a politician holds an office or serves as an elected official. The US President can serve 2 terms of 4 years each. The verb "to expire" describes the end of an action.
This statement is false. Moira does not mention anything about elections. Moira is reporting about a "poll" or a "survey" which is a record of people's opinions on the actions and policies of the current US president.
Esercizio 3
According to Susie, she is at the press conference to:
According to Susie, she is at the press conference to:
This is not the reason that Susie is at the press conference. She does briefly mention that Harold and Bruno are good friends, but it would be inaccurate to say that she is present to talk about the relationship between the two men.
This is the best choice here. Randall Reynolds asks Susie why she is at this press conference, and Susie replies "I'm here to show Delavigne's complete support for Harold Warbuckle". This is the main reason for Susie's presence at the press conference, and she says explicitly that this is why she is present.
Susie never claims that Warbuckle never took part in any bear hunting, she is simply declaring Delavigne's support for Warbuckle.
Susie never claims that Bruno "disapproves of" or "criticizes" Warbuckle's actions. This is not the best choice here.
This is not the reason that Susie is at the press conference. She does briefly mention that Harold and Bruno are business partners, but it would be inaccurate to say that she is present to talk about the business partnership between the two men.
Esercizio 4
Complete the sentences below with the best definition for each expression.
"It's no secret the Chinese companies have all but cornered the market on production and manufacturing"
To corner the market means .
In this context, all but could be replaced by "".
"Business insiders raised their eyebrows when it was reported that Wang Industries had acquired Dulce and Carpaccio"
In this context, to raise one's eyebrows means .
"Chinese entrepreneurs want to dispel the notion that China's only contribution to the global economy is its massive workforce and cheap production."
To dispel the notion means .
"It's no secret the Chinese companies have all but cornered the market on production and manufacturing"
To corner the market means .
In this context, all but could be replaced by "".
"Business insiders raised their eyebrows when it was reported that Wang Industries had acquired Dulce and Carpaccio"
In this context, to raise one's eyebrows means .
"Chinese entrepreneurs want to dispel the notion that China's only contribution to the global economy is its massive workforce and cheap production."
To dispel the notion means .
Complete the sentences below with the best definition for each expression.
"It's no secret the Chinese companies have all but cornered the market on production and manufacturing"
To corner the market means to control the market 1.
In this context, all but could be replaced by "almost 2".
"Business insiders raised their eyebrows when it was reported that Wang Industries had acquired Dulce and Carpaccio"
In this context, to raise one's eyebrows means to express surprise 3.
"Chinese entrepreneurs want to dispel the notion that China's only contribution to the global economy is its massive workforce and cheap production."
To dispel the notion means to disprove the theory 4.
"It's no secret the Chinese companies have all but cornered the market on production and manufacturing"
To corner the market means to control the market 1.
In this context, all but could be replaced by "almost 2".
"Business insiders raised their eyebrows when it was reported that Wang Industries had acquired Dulce and Carpaccio"
In this context, to raise one's eyebrows means to express surprise 3.
"Chinese entrepreneurs want to dispel the notion that China's only contribution to the global economy is its massive workforce and cheap production."
To dispel the notion means to disprove the theory 4.
1 to control the market: This is the correct answer. "To corner the market" is an expression which describes a company's dominance or control of a market, or even a monopoly. For example: De Bieres has cornered the diamond market. They control the world's supply of diamonds. The article states that Chinese companies are responsible for the production of goods worldwide, and nearly control this market.
1 to compete in the market: This is incorrect. "To corner (a market)" is unrelated to "competing" in a market. To "compete" means to "engage in a contest", for example: We are competing against Manchester Utd in the Cup.
1 to create the market: This is incorrect. The expression "to corner the market" is unrelated to the "creation" of a market. "Creating a market" involves creating a demand for a product or service.
2 almost: This is the correct answer. The expression "all but" is used to signify that something has "practically" or "almost" happened. The article states that China has "nearly" attained complete control of the worldwide production of goods, due to its size, workforce and economic strength.
2 fully: This is incorrect. "All but" is not synonymous with "fully". China does not fully control production, but it has near total control.
2 not even: This is incorrect. "All but" is not synonymous with "not even". "Even" can be used for emphasis, for example: You were not even close in getting the right answer! (= You were very far from getting the right answer).
3 to express surprise: This is the correct answer. The "eyebrows" are the two areas of hair above the eye. "To raise one's eyebrows" is a idiom that describes a feeling of surprise, disbelief or interest (often showing disapproval). In the article we read, the business experts are interested and surprised to hear that Wang has bought an Italian fashion house.
3 to study closely: This is not the meaning of this idiom. "Raising one's eyebrows" is unrelated to studying something closely.
3 to show approval: This is incorrect. In this context, "raising one's eyebrows" is unrelated to "approval", although this idiom can mean "to disapprove of something", for example: My daughter's punk haircut raised a few eyebrows at the Rotary Club.
4 to disprove the theory: This is the correct choice. "To dispel a notion" is to eliminate an existing belief, often one with negative connotations. When Professor Ping "Pong" Faan says that China wants to "dispel the notion" that the country is exclusively a manufacturing power, he means that Chinese businessmen are trying to distance themselves from this stereotype. To "dispel" is "to banish", or "to disprove".
4 to bring attention to a point: This is incorrect. To "dispel" is not synonymous with "to bring attention to (a point)" or "to highlight" it.
4 to welcome the idea: This is incorrect. To "dispel" is not synonymous with "to welcome", and usually has the opposite meaning.
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