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show off

"1. to try to impress others by talking about your abilities, possessions, etc. 2. to show people somebody/something that you are proud of 3. (of clothing) to make somebody look attractive, by showing their best features"

once in a lifetime

something happends once in one's life

fall apart from

"1. to have so many problems that it is no longer possible to exist or function 2. to be in very bad condition so that parts are breaking off"

in contrast

used to introduce different points of view, ideas, etc., especially when they are opposites with the previous one.

catch up with

"1. to reach somebody who is ahead by going faster 2. to reach the same level or standard as somebody who was better or more advanced 3. to finally start to cause problems for somebody after they have managed to avoid this for some time"

positive aspects

something makes you feel better, more positive

an endless source of

infinite or unlimited source

peer pressure

refers to countries that are in the process of developing its economy to become more advanced

on the same side with

used to show that you agree with somebody

open-minded

willing to listen to, think about or accept different ideas

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