Across
- 1. During the debate, the politician tried to (avoid something unpleasant, especially illegally) questions about controversial policies by changing the subject.
- 5. After getting a promotion, her monthly (the money received regularly for work or investments) increased significantly, allowing her to save more money.
- 6. Her (willingness to give a lot of time and energy to something because it is important) to learning the piano paid off when she performed flawlessly at the recital.
- 10. The board decided to (choose someone officially for a job or responsibility) Maria as the new project manager due to her leadership skills and experience
- 11. The skilled (a lawyer in Britain who represents clients in higher courts and gives legal advice) presented strong evidence in court, convincing the jury of her client’s innocence.
Down
- 2. The documentary explored an (not well known or difficult to understand; hidden from view) historical event that few people had heard about before.
- 3. The local (a person whose job is to buy and sell products in large amounts) sold handmade crafts and traditional souvenirs to tourists visiting the historic market.
- 4. The conference organizers chose a modern, spacious (the place where a public event or meeting happens) near the city center to accommodate all the attendees.
- 7. Our research shows that employees are almost all (regularly working very hard) and want to do a good job.
- 8. As a teenager, Tom received a weekly (money that parents regularly give to their child to spend as they choose) from his parents for completing household chores.
- 9. To stay within budget, the company reviewed its monthly (he costs incurred while spending money on various items or services) and cut unnecessary costs like travel and dining.