The news [made them experience something unpleasant] into deep depression.
plunge into
Panic suddenly [had a strong effect on] me when it was my turn to speak.
gripped
He seemed burdened with [very sad] thoughts and dark visions.
melancholic
Fish and chips represent the [traditional style of cooking] of England.
authentic cuisine
The policy fails to [deals with] the needs of people on low incomes.
address
They sang a [making people feel excited ] chorus of ‘Happy Birthday’.
rousing
Their music is loud and not very [that has a pleasant tune].
melodic
His speech [reminded of] the fears and suspicions of his audience.
resonated with
The movie is [happening in the setting] of stunning Lake Garda.
set against the backdrop
Events are seen [the way that another person sees it] of a Ukrainian refugee.
through the eyes
He replied using a [extremely] clever quote.
fiendishly
Her architectural designs have [done something that has never been done before].
broken new ground
It is important to protect the country's [by people who come from this place] culture.
indigenous
In a [full of pity] moment, he interrupted his speech to thank his mother and father.
poignant
He enjoyed [eating an expensive meal] with friends at the Ritz hotel.
opulent dining
In an attempt to improve his image, Stevens has decided to be less [causing strong emotions which could be difficult to control].
confrontational
It's hard to believe, but 'Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone' was Joan Rowling's [first] novel!
debut
This is a very [treating difficult subjects in a way that is too simple] approach to the problem.
simplistic
Start with a [short but very clear and effective] sentence, get them reading!
punchy
The novel is [cleverly written] with an ending that no reader will be able to guess.
ingeniously plotted
This novel is a [you can't stop reading it]. I can't put it down.
riveting page-turner
The programme has attracted a [people or a group who support it] among teachers.
devoted following
The discussion [was the main subject] the question of changing the club's name.
revolved around
The visit to the gallery has been a [extreme pleasure].
sheer delight