1. struck an upbeat tone

means that someone spoke or behaved in a cheerful, positive, or hopeful way, especially in a situation that might normally seem serious or uncertain.

Examples:

• Despite the challenges, the president struck an upbeat tone in his speech.
  → Even with difficulties, he spoke positively and gave hope.
• The teacher struck an upbeat tone after the exam results.
  → The teacher encouraged the students and stayed cheerful.

So, “struck an upbeat tone” = expressed confidence, hope, or positivity

2. Multifaceted /mʌl.tiˈfæs.ɪ.tɪd/

means having many different aspects, features, or sides.

In simple terms:
→ Something that is complex or has many parts.

Examples:

• She is a multifaceted artist, skilled in painting, music, and sculpture.
  → She has many talents or abilities.
• The problem is multifaceted and requires a comprehensive solution.
  → The problem has many aspects and is complex.

So, multifaceted = having many sides, aspects, or features.

3. kick off

means to begin or launch an event, activity, or process.

• They kicked off the festival with a parade.
  → The festival began with a parade.
• The football match kicked off at 7 p.m.
  → The football match started at 7 p.m.

So, “kick off” = start or begin something.

– imposing controls means putting rules, limits, or restrictions to control an activity or situation.

Examples:

• The government is imposing controls on the price of rice.
  → The government is setting limits or rules to keep rice prices stable.
• They are imposing controls on pollution.
  → They are introducing measures to reduce pollution.

– turn the screw means to increase pressure, control, or punishment.

Examples:

• The teacher turned the screw on the students before the exams.
  → The teacher became stricter or increased pressure to make them study.
• The government turned the screw on tax evaders.
  → The government took tougher actions against people who don’t pay taxes.

So, “turn the screw” = to tighten control or make a situation more difficult to force results.

– will be extended beyond means will last longer than or will go further than.

Examples:

• The deadline will be extended beyond Friday.
  → The deadline will be moved to a later date, after Friday.
• The project will be extended beyond the city limits.
  → The project will continue into areas outside the city.