Talking yourself out of quitting B1
That wobbly moment when you're ready to pack it in and a mate talks you round.
Admitting you're tempted to quit
give up — stop tryingA: This puzzle is so hard!
B: Don't give up yet—you’re almost there.
lose interest — stop caringA: Are you still going to the gym every day?
B: Not really. I kind of lost interest after the first month.
lose hope — stop hopingA: Do you think you'll pass the exam this time?
B: Honestly, I'm starting to lose hope.
Naming what holds you back
give in to C1 — yield to temptationA: I thought you were on a diet?
B: I was, but I gave in to temptation when I saw the cake.
shy away from C1 — avoid (something) because of fear, discomfort, or reluctanceA: Are you going to present your idea at the meeting?
B: I’m not sure. I tend to shy away from speaking in front of large groups.
Ready to pack it in
Megan: Honestly, I'm about to give up. I've been at it for months and nothing's clicked.
Tom: Don't lose hope just yet. You always say that right before it works out.
Megan: I've just completely lost interest in the whole thing, if I'm honest.
Tom: Give it one more week, yeah? Then decide. Don't pack it in on a bad day.
One day at a time
Priya: I nearly gave in to the temptation to order a takeaway last night.
Dan: But you didn't, so that's a win. Why do you always shy away from giving yourself a bit of credit?
Priya: Dunno. I don't want to jinx it and then give up by Friday.
Dan: Fair enough. One day at a time. You're doing brilliantly.