Online Class Notes (Mike)

Vocabulary

brag (v) to show off

to-the-point

off-topic

burn out

stand out

propel (v) 推动
All his life he had been propelled by ambition and greed

propellant

hinder (v)
Many factors are hindering the economic growth.

scrutiny (n) 审视，仔细检查
under ~

inspect

scout (v)

bask (v)

take credit
steal the credit

go awry: things falling apart

despite the economic downturn, Ali is still staying ahead of the game.