To be flawless – to have no flaws (faults). Alternative: to be impeccable.
“That was a flawless performance of that song. She sung it flawlessly.”
To be heavenly – to be like ‘heaven’. Alternative: to be wonderful, beautiful, tasty.
“That was a heavenly cake you made. It tasted wonderful.”
To be uplifting – to lift one’s spirits or something which makes you feel happy and positive. Alternative: to be inspiring, enriching, moving.
“I find visiting cathedrals uplifting. The high ceilings and beautiful paintings inspire me.”
To be tenacious – to be persistent, strong and ready to take opportunities. Alternative: to have tenacity (n).
“To be a successful musician, you must be tenacious and go out there and meet people, rather than just waiting to be discovered.”
To be fearless – to have no fear. Alternative: to be brave.
“The young woman was fearless and despite the challenges ahead, put herself forward to lead the team.”
To be dazzling – to be bright, beautiful, amazing. Alternative: to be stunning.
“I went to the woods and I saw dazzling display of bluebells by the river.”
Remembering Dolly
American country singer, Dolly Parton, sadly passed away in August. Dolly was one of twelve children, born in a one-room cabin in the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee. The family were incredibly poor, but rich in love. Dolly was an amazing person: not only a song writer, but also a tenacious business woman and philanthropist who through her foundation, The Imagination Library, helped thousands of children to read.
In her honour, here is one of her songs about her childhood. The line, ‘one is only poor if they choose to be,’ will stay with me for a long time. I hope you like it.
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