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C2 Proficiency · Key Word Transformation · Ready for C2 Proficiency Student's Book, Macmillan

Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using the word given. Do not change the word given. You must use between three and eight words, including the word given.

NO

Much ___ that the pour-over method creates smoother, more nuanced taste.

I love espresso, but the pour-over method undoubtedly creates a smoother, more nuanced taste.

FOR

Ali feels that he came ___ after the loss of the key client.

Ali feels he was criticised unjustly following the loss of the key client.

IS

Under ___ left in an unlocked car.

You must not leave this laptop in an unlocked car under any circumstances.

OF

The ___ will take another two years.

The policy will not be fully implemented for another two years.

UNCERTAIN

The child ___ that her tantrums were unacceptable.

The father told the child clearly and strongly that her tantrums were unacceptable.

BEING

Far ___ outrageous behaviour, the substitute teacher seemed to be entertained by it.

The substitute teacher seemed to find the outrageous way the children behaved more a source of entertainment than irritation.

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