徹底トレーニング英会話 2008年03月 p52 ~ 60

52. an uphill battle = something that is difficult to do and needs a lot of effort

54. finesse = delicate skill

subtle = clever in a way that does not attract attention

56. lay off = stop doing or using something

sly = playfully unkind

60. touchy = easily upset, offended or annoyed