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Better Call Saul S3E5: English vocabulary

Season 3, Episode 5CrimeDrama

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  • unhinge

    Word

    to make someone feel very upset or mentally unstable

  • wringer

    Word

    a machine with rollers used for squeezing water out of clothes or fabric

  • chortle

    Word

    to laugh in a quiet, amused way

  • germane

    Word

    closely related to the subject being discussed; relevant

  • shingling

    Word

    the job of covering a roof with shingles

  • sanctimonious

    Word

    showing off a false sense of moral superiority

  • disbarment

    Word

    the removal of a lawyer from the legal profession

  • unconscionable

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    so unfair or unreasonable that it seems shocking

  • transpose

    Word

    to change the order or position of something, especially words, notes, or numbers

  • incapacitate

    Word

    to make someone unable to function normally

  • prejudicial

    Word

    causing harm or making something worse

  • nepotism

    Word

    the practice of giving jobs or advantages to relatives or friends because of your position, not because they are the best choice

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  • deadbeat

    Word

    a person who avoids paying debts or neglects responsibilities

  • docket

    Word

    a list of cases or matters to be dealt with in court

  • agitate

    Word

    to make someone feel worried or upset

  • leeway

    Word

    some freedom to act, change plans, or make adjustments

  • fob

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    a small ring or ornament attached to a key chain or watch chain

  • adversely

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    in a harmful or negative way

  • brotherly

    Word

    kind and loving in a way that shows close support and care

  • muddle

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    to make something confused or untidy

  • wishful

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    showing a strong wish or hope for something, often without much chance of it happening

  • competency

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    the ability to do something well

  • ironclad

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    so strong or certain that it cannot be changed or broken

  • pertain

    Word

    to relate to or be connected with something

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  • disillusion

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    to make someone stop believing something is true or good

  • prying

    Word

    too interested in other people's private matters

  • corroborate

    Word

    to show that something is true or correct by giving evidence

  • shredding

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    the act of cutting or tearing something into small pieces

  • lucid

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    clear and easy to understand; expressed in a clear way

  • taint

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    to spoil something by adding a harmful or unwanted substance or influence

  • dishing

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    giving out or handing out something, often quickly or generously

  • suffocating

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    making it hard to breathe because the air is hot, thick, or smoky

  • galloping

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    moving very fast in a gallop

  • evener

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    something that makes a surface, line, or shape even or level

  • pry

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    to ask questions about someone’s private life in a way that is annoying or rude

  • flimsy

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    easily damaged, broken, or bent

  • smeared

    Word

    covered with a messy layer of something that has been spread around

  • adequately

    Word

    in a way that is enough or acceptable

  • shingle

    Word

    a thin piece of wood, stone, or other material used to cover a roof or wall

  • grit

    Word

    courage and determination to keep going in a difficult situation

  • compel

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    to force someone to do something, or make them feel they must do it

  • confer

    Word

    to give someone a title, honor, right, or benefit

  • unravel

    Word

    to separate threads or fibers, or come apart into threads

  • mesa

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    a flat area of land with steep sides and a flat top

  • abrupt

    Word

    sudden and often unexpected, especially in a way that feels unfriendly or unpleasant

  • sling

    Word

    to throw something with a quick, forceful motion

  • keyed

    Word

    locked with a key

  • broken in

    Phrase

    used to describe an animal that has been trained to be calm and easy to handle

  • abide

    Word

    to accept and obey a rule, decision, or law

  • outweigh

    Word

    to be more important, valuable, or serious than something else

  • straining

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    the act of pulling something tight

  • butting

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    to hit or push with the head or horns

  • gourmet

    Word

    a person who enjoys and knows a lot about fine food and drink

  • admirable

    Word

    deserving respect and approval

  • bar examination

    Phrase

    the exam you must pass to qualify as a lawyer

  • full disclosure

    Phrase

    a statement that gives all the important facts, especially when something might affect your opinion

  • bar exam

    Phrase

    an exam you must pass to qualify as a lawyer

  • court reporter

    Phrase

    a person whose job is to type or write down everything said in court

  • good standing

    Phrase

    the official status of being allowed to remain a member of an organization or profession

  • reasonable person

    Phrase

    a legal standard meaning an ordinary careful person

  • rustic

    Word

    simple and charming in a country style

  • affirm

    Word

    to say something firmly and publicly

  • fives

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    a game in which a player or side must reach five points before the other side does

  • discreet

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    careful about what you say or do, especially to keep something private

  • prick

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    to make a small hole or mark in something with a sharp point

  • malicious

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    intending to cause harm or upset to someone

  • burglary

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    the crime of getting into a building illegally in order to steal or commit another crime

  • rehearse

    Word

    to practice a play, speech, or performance before presenting it

  • smear

    Word

    a messy mark or streak made by a sticky or greasy substance

  • safeguard

    Word

    something that protects people or things, or helps prevent harm or problems

  • fair game

    Phrase

    something that can be criticized, attacked, or mocked freely

  • disclosure

    Word

    the act of making secret or unknown information known

  • contend

    Word

    to deal with a difficult situation or problem

  • turn over

    Phrase

    to give something to someone in authority or for official handling

  • screwing

    Word

    the act of fastening something with a screw

  • for reasons

    Phrase

    used to say that the reason is unknown or not being stated

  • find out

    Phrase

    to discover or learn something, especially by asking or checking

  • turned out

    Phrase

    looking neat, smart, or well dressed

  • what is your problem

    Phrase

    a rude or angry way of asking why someone is behaving badly or causing trouble

  • allegation

    Word

    a claim that someone has done something wrong or illegal, without proof

  • sounder

    Word

    a group of wild boars

  • hustle

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    to move or act quickly, especially because you are in a hurry

  • residency

    Word

    the fact of living in a place, or the place where you live

  • diagnose

    Word

    to identify an illness or problem by examining the signs and tests

  • take that

    Phrase

    used to say you have won or beaten someone

  • to tell the truth

    Phrase

    used to introduce a statement that is honest or frank

  • toss it in

    Phrase

    to stop trying and give up

  • set with

    Phrase

    To accept or agree with something

  • bagging

    Word

    the act of putting things into bags or packages

  • latitude

    Word

    the distance of a place north or south of the equator

  • kick down

    Phrase

    to force a door or other barrier open by kicking it hard

  • felony

    Word

    a very serious crime, usually one that can be punished by prison

  • baroque

    Word

    relating to the ornate European style of art, music, and architecture from the 17th and 18th centuries

  • socket

    Word

    a part that a plug, bulb, or other object fits into to make a connection

  • scotch

    Word

    to stop something from happening or continuing

  • law firm

    Phrase

    a business that gives legal advice and represents clients in court

  • make some noise

    Phrase

    to cheer loudly and show excitement or support

  • deserving

    Word

    deserving praise, help, or respect

  • work in

    Phrase

    to find time or space for something in a busy schedule or limited place

  • flair

    Word

    a natural ability to do something well

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