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a bit a little a lot abbreviation
definition
a small amount slightly very much or very often a shorter form of a word or phrase, especially used in writing
example
Could you tell me a little bit about your background? I am a little more fussy. We are both becoming a lot more grumpy. g' is an abbreviation of 'grams'.
ability
absolutely
academic
the skill or qualities that you need to do They have the ability to something perform complex calculations. close to a particular number or time, although not exactly that number or time I run for about an hour a day. I saw this great programme relating to a particular subject about whales. If you are about to do something, you are going to do it very soon. She was about to leave. complete or very great absolute nonsense At some point, I'd absolutely love to be comfortable in the completely water. related to subjects which involve thinking and studying and not technical or practical skills academic subjects when you have the right or opportunity I don't have access to that kind to use or see something of information. extra objects, equipment, decorations, etc. which are used with other things to They sell belts and scarves and make them more attractive or useful other fashion accessories. something bad which happens by chance, and hurts someone or damages something a car accident I feel as if I've accomplished nothing all day. According to the chart ... My account number is 18635PK. accurate information
access
accessory
accident
to succeed in doing something as said by someone or as shown by something an arrangement with a bank to keep your money there correct or exact
to succeed in doing something, usually by working hard I've achieved my ambition something good that you have done that This film is his greatest was difficult achievement to date. He acknowledged that there to accept that something is true or exists was a problem. to learn something to acquire knowledge/skills We have to act now to stop the spread of this disease. acts of kindness and bravery He likes films with a lot of action. Even at the age of 80 she's still very active. Activities on offer include cycling, swimming, and tennis.
to do something something that someone does things which are happening, especially exciting or important things doing a lot of things, or moving around a lot
action active
activity
We were expecting about fifty people, though the actual real, not guessed or imagined number was a lot higher. used when you are saying what is true a He's actually only 12 years situation old. used when you are disagreeing with Actually, I don't think I'm the someone or saying no to them best person to ask. an advertisement liking something very much and doing or having it too often If something is addictive, it makes you want more of it so that you become addicted. the period of time in someone's life between being a child and an adult to legally become the parents of someone else's child to like something or love someone very much an advertisement Let's put an ad in the paper. He's addicted to chocolate/football.
Tobacco is highly addictive. During adolescence, the body grows very quickly. He was adopted as a baby. I adore travelling. The magazine was full of adverts.
advertise
to put information in a newspaper or on the Internet, asking for someone or The university is advertising something that you need for administrative staff. to influence someone or something, or cause them to change to have enough money to buy something frightened or worried used to politely introduce bad news or disagree with someone It's a disease which affects many older people. I can't afford a new computer. I'm afraid of spiders. Im afraid I cant come to your wedding.
after
Keep your teabag after making a cup of tea. I don't know how you can read books again and again. Who will vote against the new laws? an international development agency I've agreed to let it go this time. My aim is to go there next year. Vandals set the car alight (=made it burn). They get more alike over time. All I can say is that you will definitely find something of interest!
again and again against agency agree aim (noun) alight alike
many times disagreeing with a plan or activity an international organisation or government department to say you will do something that someone asks you to do something you plan to do burning similar, or in a similar way
all
The extra money will allow me to upgrade my computer. You're not allowed to smoke in permitted to do something here. nearly I almost missed the bus. I've already written a novel before now, or before a time in the past actually. She speaks French and also a in addition little Spanish. Although the hotel is comfortable, the conference facilities aren't very good. I've always wanted to train at the JKA dojo. It's amazing how much I miss my work. My ambition is to live in Tokyo for a year. Men and women spent about the same amount of time relaxing and socialising. We took a small amplifier for the karaoke.
despite the fact that forever very surprising something that you want to do in your life
amount amplifier
analyse
how much there is of something a piece of electronic equipment that makes sounds louder to examine the details of something carefully, in order to understand or explain it
to analyse information
anarchy
and so on
when there is no law or government, or The country has descended when people ignore them into anarchy. On this website, you can chat used after a list of things to show that with friends, post photos, and you could add other similar things so on.
angry
feeling that you want to shout at someone or hurt them because they have done something bad
to tell people about something officially The company has announced or with force or confidence plans to open six new stores. He's always late and it's to make someone slightly angry starting to annoy me. happening or produced once a year a different person or thing the correct information given as a reply to a question in a test worried and nervous used in questions and negatives before a comparative adjective to make the sentence stronger used in questions and negatives to mean 'something' any object, event, or situation used when you are returning to an earlier subject an annual meeting/report Another point is that I don't know the answer to that! She's very anxious about her exams.
Any further questions? I haven't got anything to wear. Tom will eat anything.
anyway
except for to say sorry a set of equipment or tools used for a particular purpose used to say that you have read or been told something to request something officially to feel grateful for something
Anyway, what about a venue? Apart from Jodie, who hurt her leg, all the children were fine. He apologised for being late. The diver wore breathing apparatus. Apparently it's going to rain today. I've applied for a new passport. I'd really appreciate it. The train now approaching platform 2 is the 5.35 to London, Kings Cross. The college has approximately 700 students. She has a small aquarium in her living room. My parents are always arguing about money. People have a lot more arguments and disagreements. Women look after the home and family for around three hours per day.
approach
approximately aquarium
to come close in distance or time close to a particular number or time although not exactly that number or time a glass container filled with water that fish are kept in to speak angrily to someone, telling them that you disagree with them when you tell someone that you disagree with them and are angry with them
argue
argument
around
used before a number or amount to mean 'close to, although not exactly'
arrest arrogant
If the police arrest someone, they take them away to ask them about a crime which they might have done believing that you are better than other people
What did the police officers arrest the boy for? He's so arrogant! He thinks he's always right.
a style of decoration that was especially popular in the 1930s and uses simple shapes and lines and strong colours She collects art deco plates. an object, especially something very old He is interested in historical of historical interest artefacts. a piece of writing in a magazine or newspaper used to compare two things, people, amounts, etc I read this funny article about Ben Johnson the other day. I enjoy my food just as much as he enjoys his. As well as always paying my rent on time, I've also looked after this property. We've put some money aside to pay for the children's education. His illness affects almost every aspect of his life. He was charged with assault. The army arrived to assist in the search.
article as ... as
as well as
in addition to If you put or set something aside, you do not use it now, but keep it to use later. one part of a situation, problem, subject, etc the crime of attacking someone to help
association
an organisation of people with the same interests or with a particular purpose the Football Association If something must be done at all costs, it is very important that it is done. at the beginning of a situation or period of time something that you say when you are telling someone about an advantage in a bad situation
I want to win at all costs. I didn't really like her at first. It's a small house but at least there's a garden. At some point, I'd absolutely love to be comfortable in the water. She's not here at the moment. It seemed like a good idea at the time. Some athletes use illegal drugs to improve their perofrmance. She was an athletic woman. He attached the document. His parents attacked them.
at least
at an unspecified time in the future now at the particular point when something was thought of or done someone who is good at sports such as running, jumping, or throwing things strong, healthy, and good at sports to add an attachment (=computer file) to an email message to use violence to hurt or damage someone or something
attack attend
a violent act intended to hurt or damage a terrorist attack on the someone or something capital to go to an event when you watch, listen to, or think about something carefully or with interest listening or watching carefully and showing that you are interested a room at the top of a house under the roof how you think or feel about something to make people come to a place or do a particular thing by being interesting, enjoyable, etc a feature of an activity which makes people want to do it the people who sit and watch a performance at a theatre, cinema, etc when someone does a short performance to try to get a job as an actor, singer, etc to attend a concert/meeting Ladies and gentlemen, could I have your attention, please? an attentive student I found a jar of old coins in the attic. He has a very bad attitude towards work. The castle attracts more than 300,000 visitors a year. I definitely see the attraction of scuba diving. There were a lot of children in the audience.
attract attraction
audience
I had an audition for a part in his latest movie. a popular author of children's someone who writes a book, article, etc fiction a book written by someone about their He decided to write an own life autobiography. usual and like the most common type to not do something because you do not want to a prize given to someone for something good they have done If you are aware of something, you know about it. to the state something or someone was in before in one direction, then the opposite way, then in the original direction again many times a person's education, family, and experience of life not good or pleasant all the cases and bags that you take with you when you travel a type of dancing that is done in a theatre and tells a story, usually with music an official rule that people must not do or use something to hit part of your body against something hard not able to continue in business because you owe too much money an average person She managed to avoid answering my question. Awards should honour the top people in their field. Are you aware of the risks involved? The lights came back on. He has to travel back and forth between London and Paris every week. She came from a middle-class background. bad weather baggage reclaim
My brother is a ballet dancer. Smoking has been banned in all public places. I banged my head on the cupboard door. He went bankrupt.
bargain base on
something that is sold for less than its usual price She looked out for bargains. to use already existing facts and ideas to The book is based on develop a story M rquez's own life. a type of hat with a long flat piece at the front to protect the eyes from the sun used before you explain something simply a situation, fact, or idea from which something can develop a container with a handle made of thin pieces of wood, wire, plastic, etc an object that provides electricity for things such as radios, toys, or cars to have an ability to be intended to He was wearing a baseball cap. Basically, there aren't enough people. Dani's essay can serve as a basis for our discussion.
basket
a shopping basket
because
to be intended to used to give the speaker time to think or do something Bear with me a moment. It's important to manage money in the right way because the consequences can used to give a reason for something be very serious. Many marriages break down because of financial issues. I began to understand what had happened. to behave badly/stupidly good/bad behaviour She says she's only thirty but I don't believe it.
The batteries are flat. You'll be able to make decisions immediately. Rob's meant to be picking his mum up. I'm supposed to be going on that bike ride today.
as a result of someone or something to start to do something to do or say things in a particular way the way that you behave to think that something is true, or that what someone says is true to change the rules in a way that is considered to be not important or not harmful something that helps you or gives you an advantage involving or affecting other things or people than the ones you have talked about the number 1 000 000 000 an occasion when you do something to an extreme degree the story of a person's life written by another person the time when a baby is born
I don't try and bend the rules. I've had the benefit of a happy childhood. You should try to develop interests beyond the family. Cosmetics is a billion dollar industry. I went on a cleaning binge. I read her biography of Matisse. What is your place of birth?
a small amount or piece of something a large building that is divided into apartments
blog
a record of your thoughts that you put I read my son's blog to see on the Internet for other people to read where he's travelling. If something blows down, or if the wind blows something down, that thing falls A tree had blown down in the to the ground because the wind blows it. garden. (of strong wind) to detach parts of buildings or other objects Part of our roof was blown off. You don't want to sound as if to tell other people how good or you're blowing your own successful you are trumpet. to talk too proudly about something good that you have done or that you He's always boasting about own his salary. I could tell from his body the way you move your body, that shows language that he wasn't people what you are feeling happy. used to talk about two people or things The flat is both his and yours. The thing that bothers me is the parents' attitude, not the boy. It has a little silver stripe on the bottom.
boast
bother bottom
to worry or upset someone the flat surface on the lowest side of something
brainstorm brand new brave bravery break break down break into
to suggest a lot of ideas quickly without Brainstorm ideas and don't giving them deeper consideration criticise what anybody says. completely new Not afraid of dangerous or difficult situations This computer is brand new. That's so brave of you. Saving the child was a true act of bravery. I broke my wrist. The bus broke down.
brochure
browse
when someone is brave to damage a bone in your body when a car stops working to get into a building or vehicle by force, usually to steal something Someone broke into my flat. You wear small bottles of oxygen called 'breathers' a small bottle of oxygen inside your suit. a woman who is getting married the bride and groom My new assistant is a really intelligent bright guy. I was brought up to do things to care for a child until it is an adult in his way. a thin book with pictures and information, usually advertising something a holiday/travel brochure She browsed through some to read a book, magazine, etc in a travel brochures looking for relaxed way and not in detail ideas.
bruise
a dark area on your skin where you have He suffered cuts and bruises been hurt after falling off his bike. a plan that shows how much money you have and how you will spend it She kept to her budget. a chair on wheels which is used to move small children to increase or develop, or to make something increase or develop to destroy something with fire, or to be destroyed by fire If a container bursts, or if you burst it, it breaks suddenly, so that what is inside it comes out a short, thick plant with a lot of branches used to introduce something new, especially something which is different from what you have just said someone who prepares and sells meat a switch that you press to control a piece of equipment or a symbol on a computer screen that looks like one of these a feeling of excitement, energy, or pleasure My daughter is getting too big to be pushed in a buggy. He built it up into a global success. I burnt all his letters.
budget
burst bush
The pipe's burst. a rose bush But if I agree to do that, could you please do something for me? The butcher gave me some bones for my dog.
but butcher
button buzz
Press the play button to listen to your recording. He gets a real buzz from going to the gym. Andrew Fisher risked his life by diving into the river. I think we've discussed everything we need to - by the way, what time is it? We took a cab to the theatre.
by
through doing or using something used to introduce a new subject to be considered or to give further information a taxi (=car that you pay to travel in) a container made of wire or metal bars used for keeping birds or animals in
cage
a bird cage I did some quick calculations when you use mathematics to discover a to see if I could afford to buy number or amount it. relaxed and not worried or frightened an area where people stay in tents for a holiday to say that an organized event will not happen a stick of wax with string inside it that you burn to make light to hate something able to do something He's such a calm person. I've found a campsite by the beach. All the trains were cancelled. We had to use candles when the lights went out. I can't stand watching the ads. Real Madrid are capable of winning the league.
to show or describe something successfully using words or pictures the body of a dead animal someone who looks after a person or animal who is young, old, or ill
His book really captures the spirit of the place. She made soup from chicken carcasses. He is his wife's main carer. The doctors have warned him but he just carries on drinking. I would argue my case. If someone's done something which causes tension, nobody says anything. She is cautious about lending money to anyone. The country boasts a large number of centenarians. The museum is only open at certain times of the day. This has been a challenging time for us all. I haven't had a chance to ask him yet. I met him by chance yesterday in town. Our lives changed dramatically. Which channel do you think each person watches? The country's at war and everything is in chaos. a chaotic situation My boss is a difficult character.
carry on (doing sth) to continue doing something case an argument or point of view
to make something happen, especially something bad taking care to avoid risks or danger someone who is a hundred years old or more used to refer to a particular person or thing without naming or describing them exactly difficult in a way that tests your ability or determination the opportunity to do something when something happens because of luck, or without being planned when something becomes different a number on a television that you choose in order to watch a programme a situation where there is no order at all and everyone is confused in a state of chaos a person, especially in descibing a particular quality they have a typical or obvious quality that makes one person or thing different from others a dark grey colour to officially say that someone has done a crime an official organisation that gives money, food, or help to people who need it a quality that makes you like someone or something nice and attractive a drawing which shows information in a simple way when you talk with someone in a friendly way
a national characteristic She wore a charcoal coat. How many offences were the family charged with? The raffle will raise money for charity. The building had a certain charm. a charming smile As the chart shows, ... I had a chat with this old lady.
cheap check chest of drawers childcare chip choice choose chore choreograph chute claim clarify clean up clever click on climber climbing clip
not expensive, or costing less than usual to find out information about something a piece of furniture with drawers for keeping clothes in when someone looks after children while their parents are working to break a small piece off something that is hard when you can choose between two or more things to decide which thing you want a boring job that you must do to arrange an event or series of events carefully a long thin structure that people or things can slide down to say that something is true, although you have not proved it to make something easier to understand by explaining it to make a person or place clean and tidy good at learning and understanding things to cause a computer operation by pressing a button on the mouse someone who climbs mountains, hills, or rocks as a sport the sport of climbing mountains, hills, or rocks to fasten together with a clip Clumsy people move in a way that is not controlled or careful, and often knock things over. a lot of objects that are not tidy or well organized a large, brown or black insect that can live in houses and places where food is prepared a set of numbers used at the beginning of all the telephone numbers in a particular area when two very similar things happen at the same time but there is no reason for it When someone collapses, they fall down, usually because they are ill or weak. to go to a place and bring someone or something away from it interesting and unusual
a cheap flight Let me check. Your shirts are in the chest of drawers. My parents help with the childcare. The cup's chipped. I don't have a choice. Have you chosen a name for the baby? I find cooking a real chore. a carefully choreographed publicity stunt a water chute She claimed that the dog attacked her. The law aims to clarify building regulations. I'd clean up the kitchen. a clever student Click on the 'Save' icon. The climbers had to be rescued by helicopter. rock/mountain climbing The microphone clips to the collar of your jacket.
clumsy clutter
Try not to be so clumsy. Free yourself from clutter. There were cockroaches in the kitchen.
cockroach
code
What is your area code? It's no coincidence that I met him on that day. He collapsed and died of a heart attack. I'll collect you from the station. a colourful character
coincidence
come off
to become detached
come on
to come to a place, move from one place to another, or move towards someone He came over to me. Come up with a new and to suggest or think of an idea or plan better plan. a successful attempt to become powerful, important, or famous again a pleasant feeling of being relaxed and free from pain He has struggled to make a comeback. The car has been designed for practicality, safety, and comfort. Are you comfortable talking about your achievements? Do you ever post comments on blogs? Injuries are common in sports such as hockey. We can now communicate instantly with people on the other side of the world. The school is improving communication between teachers and parents. the business/Chinese community It takes me two hours to commute to work. ... compared to only around fifteen minutes for men ... a fridge with a small freezer compartment Would you say you're a competitive person? Lots of people have complained about the noise.
comeback
comfort
communicate
relaxed and without pain something that you say or write that shows your opinion happening often or existing in large numbers to share information with others by speaking, writing, moving your body, or using other signals the act of communicating with other people a group of people with the same interests, nationality, job, etc to make a journey regularly between work and home to examine the difference between two things a separate part of a container, bag, etc wanting to win or be better than other people to say that something is wrong or that you are angry about something when someone says that something is wrong or not good enough
complain
complaint completely
in every way or as much as possible involving a lot of different but connected parts in a way that is difficult to understand complex details/issues to write a piece of music Who composed this music? when you agree to something which is not exactly what you want We'll reach a compromise.
computer game concentrate on (sth) concept condition conduct (yourself) confidence confident confirm conflict confused connect
a game which is played on a computer, in which the pictures that appear on the screen are controlled by pressing keys or moving a joystick to use most of your time and effort to do something an idea or principle the state that something or someone is in to behave in a particular way. when you are certain of your ability to do things well certain about your ability to do things well to say or show that something is true disagreement or fighting complicated and not clear to join something with something else
He loves playing computer games. I'm concentrating on my career at the moment. the concept of free speech The table's in quite good condition. She conducted herself with great dignity. He's a good student, but he lacks confidence. I am confident that we can win this. The report could not be confirmed independently. They often don't try to resolve the conflict. Their finances have become confused. My computer is connected to the printer. Many companies now offer free connection to the Internet. People are really conscious of rules. The ship capsized, with disastrous consequences. Have you considered getting a new one? I check my email constantly. a tax consultant They've made contact with old friends. Does this drink contain alcohol? I've been to three continents this year alone.
connection
something that joins things together If you are conscious of something, you know that it exists or that it is happening. the result of an action or situation, especially a bad result to think carefully about something a lot or all the time someone who advises people about a particular subject when you talk or write to someone to have something as a part one of the seven main areas of land on the Earth, such as Asia, Africa, or Europe a legal agreement between two people or organisations, especially one that involves doing work for a particular amount of money an obvious difference between two people or things the power to make a person or thing do what you want completely certain about something preparing or cooking food
continent
I had to go to Japan to discuss a contract. In contrast to Scotland, England is quite warm. You're in control. I'm not convinced about this option. a cookery show
cooperate
co-ordination
to work together with someone in order to achieve the same aim the ability to make different parts of your body move together in a controlled way
Witnesses are cooperating with detectives. Dancing helps develop balance and coordination.
someone who organises the different parts of an activity or makes people or things work together effectively I work as a stunt co-ordinator. to deal quite successfully with a difficult object or situation How do you cope with stress? relating to a large company or group the group of people elected to govern a particular area, town or city, and organise services for it the place where a judge decides if someone has done a crime to break something so that thin lines appear on its surface, or to become broken in this way If a vehicle crashes, it hits something by accident. corporate finance
council court
Edinburgh City Council What is the problem with using witnesses in court?
Satellites crash in space. Dolphins are intelligent anything that lives but is not a plant creatures. a team of people with special skills who Fire and ambulance crews work together were at the scene. an illegal act someone who has committed a crime saying that someone or something is bad or wrong He committed a serious crime. a dangerous/violent criminal Who is critical of Ratner?
to say that something or someone is bad He criticised my driving. when you say that something or someone is bad She doesn't take criticism well. to examine something and say what is good and bad about it They will be able to critique their performance.
critique
a big reptile with a long mouth and We saw a crocodile by the sharp teeth, that lives in lakes and rivers river. to go from one side of something to the other side I saw him crossing the street. a style of cooking the habits, traditions, and beliefs of a country, society, or group of people French/international cuisine
culture current
American/Japanese culture
cushion
happening or existing now What is your current address? a cloth bag filled with something soft which you sit on or lean against to make We sat on cushions on the you comfortable floor.
the part of an organisation that answers customers' questions, replaced goods that are damaged, etc. a customer service helpline to hurt yourself on a sharp object which makes you bleed I've cut my finger on the glass. He suffered brain damage in harm or injury the car crash. information or facts about something information stored in a computer in an organized structure so that it can be searched in different ways an arrangement or an agreement, especially in business to take action in order to solve a problem the end of life financial data a national database of missing people a business deal The government has failed to deal with unemployment. Do you believe in life after death?
database deal
discussion or argument about a subject a political debate Debris from the aircraft was scattered over a wide area. What was your decision - are you coming or not?
debris
decision
broken pieces of something a choice that you make about something after thinking about different possibilities a machine that you use to play records or tapes (=plastic cases containing magnetic material used to record sounds) to get rid of objects that make a place untidy and are not needed something that you do to say exactly what something means or is
a tape deck I would like to declutter my house. good deeds It's difficult to say what I define myself as first. This book is definitely worth without any doubt reading. to remove something, especially from a All names have been deleted computer's memory from the report. This was a deliberate attempt by them to deceive us. a delicate china cup This soup is absolutely delicious.
deliver
done intentionally, or planned easy to damage or break If food or drink is delicious, it smells or tastes extremely good. If an actor or performer delivers their lines, they say the words they have learned. a person who studies changes in numbers of births, marriages, deaths, etc. in an area over a period of time to create a hollow area in the hard surface of something by hitting it
demographer dent
departure lounge
the area in an airport where passengers We waited in the departure wait before getting on an aircraft lounge. Whether or not we go to Spain to be decided by or to change according for our holiday depends on the to the stated thing cost. to say what someone or something is I tried to describe what I had like seen. If a thing deserves something such as care, attention or time, it is worth giving The book deserves to be it that thing. treasured. the art of making plans or drawings for something web design courses someone who draws and plans how something will be made a fashion designer to damage something so badly that it Many works of art were does not exist or cannot be used destroyed in the fire. to change and become better, or to It will help you to develop new make someone or something become and creative solutions to better problems. when something new is made to use space, time, etc for a particular purpose a simple picture showing what something looks like or explaining how something works the way in which two people or things are not the same not the same as someone or something else used to talk about separate things or people of the same type not easy to do or understand not friendly or easy to deal with an important manager in an organisation or company when people have a different opinion about something or have an argument to suddenly go somewhere and be impossible to see or find unhappy because someone or something was not as good as you hoped or expected, or because something did not happen the development of new drugs Most of the magazine was devoted to the star's wedding. Have a look at these diagrams. I don't see the difference. Jo's very different from her sister, isn't she? eight different flavours of ice cream This exercise is too difficult for me. My boss is a difficult character. Meet the new sales director. They had a disagreement about money. She watched him disappear into the crowd.
disagreement disappear
disappointed
I was very disappointed that he didn't come. She couldn't hide her disappointment when she lost. floods and other natural disasters
disappointment
disaster
the feeling of being disappointed a very bad situation, especially something that causes a lot of harm or damage
discipline discovery
display dispute
You have to have discipline to keep going. the discovery of bones in the when someone discovers something garden There were some family to arrange something somewhere so photographs displayed on his that people can see it desk. a disagreement, especially one that lasts Did you resolve the dispute a long time with your neighbours? causing trouble and therefore stopping something from continuing as usual something that makes you stop giving your attention to something else married before but not married now an animal with fur, four legs and a tail that is kept as a pet relating to the home and family relationships a step in front of the door of a building when you are not certain about something, or do not trust someone or something the usually sudden failure of a person, organisation or government and their loss of power, money or health to make someone go somewhere with you All this noise is very disruptive. The phone calls were a constant distraction. Her parents are divorced. I enjoy walking my dog in the park. domestic violence I sat down on the doorstep and waited. We have some doubts about a few things in the business plan. Rampant corruption brought about the downfall of the government. I dragged my mates out to free events. Your life changes dramatically when you have a baby. a dreadful mistake My dream is to be a guitar player in a rock band. I dropped your camera. Two people drowned in a boating accident yesterday. illegal drugs He was the drummer in a rock band. I took my coat to the dry cleaner's. Break-ups are often due to resentment about money. a moral duty The earthquake destroyed the town hall.
disruptive
doubt
downfall drag
dramatically dreadful
suddenly or obviously extremely bad or unpleasant something that you want to happen although it is not very likely to fall or let something fall to die because you are under water and cannot breathe, or to kill someone in this way a chemical substance used as a medicine someone who plays a drum a shop where clothes are cleaned with chemicals because of something you must do because it is morally or legally right a sudden movement of the Earth's surface, often causing damage
dream drop
not difficult to put food into your mouth and then swallow it someone who is eccentric when the sun is covered by the moon, or the moon is covered by the Earth's shadow a quality or characteristic of someone or something unusual and slightly frightening a change, reaction, or result that is caused by something in a way that is successful or achieves the result that you want working well and not wasting time or energy used when you are giving a choice of two or more things a more polite word for 'old', used to describe people someone whose job is to put in or repair electrical equipment when someone or something is stylish or attractive in their appearance or behaviour
Critics said it was easy to use. Who ate all the cake? a harmless eccentric I watched the lunar eclipse with my family. a competitive edge an eerie silence The accident had a huge effect on her life. They communicate effectively. an efficient person/organisation Either you or I can go. an elderly man We need to call an electrician to fix the television. the elegance of their surroundings The report studies economic growth in Europe and elsewhere. I got an email from Danielle yesterday.
electrician
elegance
elsewhere email
in or to another place a message sent to a computer to accept new ideas, beliefs, methods, etc in an enthusiastic way
embrace
emit emotion
empathise
employ encounter
encourage end up
We are always eager to embrace the latest technology. The machine emits a highto send out gas, heat, light, etc into the pitched sound when you press air the button. a strong feeling such as love or anger, or He finds it hard to express his strong feelings in general emotions. People find it easy to to be able to imagine what it must be empathise with the main like to be in someone's situation character. If a person or company employs someone, they pay that person to work The company employs 2500 for them. staff. a meeting, especially one that happens We were not prepared for the by chance encounter. to say good things to someone that will make them confident about doing My parents encouraged me to something play a musical instrument. to finally be in a particular place or I never thought he'd end up in situation prison. the process of improving the quality, amount or strength of something Athletes may turn to genetic enhancement.
enhancement
enrolment entertaining
entertainment
enthusiast
the process of putting someone on the official list of members of a course, college, group, etc interesting and helping someone to have an enjoyable time shows, films, television, or other performances or activities that entertain people someone who is very interested in and involved with a particular activity or subject
Enrolment is at 10.30. an entertaining and informative book There is live entertainment in the bar every night.
a sports enthusiast
entrepreneur
someone who starts their own business, He is a successful especially when this involves risks entrepreneur. one of the pieces of information or writing that is recorded in a book such as a dictionary, or in a computer system a diary entry environmentally friendly not damaging the environment washing powder one programme of a series on television Did you see last week's episode or radio of The X-Files? the same in importance and deserving the same treatment All people are equal. the things that are used for an activity or purpose kitchen/office equipment This book isn't especially more than other things or people helpful. They estimate that a hundred to guess the cost, size, amount, value, people were killed in the etc of something accident. to move people from a dangerous place The police quickly evacuated to somewhere safer the area after the bomb threat. to consider or study something carefully He carefully evaluated the and decide how good or bad it is options. Local people have been something that happens, especially shocked by recent events in the something important or strange town. We all hope that an agreement can be reached eventually. Did you ever travel around Europe? Computers are now part of everyday life.
estimate
evacuate
evaluate
event
in the end, especially after a long time at any time normal, usual, or happening every day
used when you are giving or asking for information that is completely correct What exactly do you mean? to make something seem larger, better, Don't exaggerate - it didn't worse, etc than it really is cost that much! They excel at abstract patterns to be very good at something of recognition. very good, or of a very high quality That was an excellent meal.
excited
happy, excited faces Excuse me, guys, but please can we keep to the point? a company executive
excuse me executive
used to politely get someone's attention someone who has an important job in a business a machine for taking exercise which looks similar to and is used like a bicycle but does not move from one place to be real or present to get larger, or to make something get larger to think that someone should do a particular thing
I use my exercise bike every day. Do you think that fairies exist? Here are some ideas for expanding the business.
Children are expected to take part in most family activities. You have to pay your own the money that you spend on something medical expenses. something that happens to you that Say how you felt about the affects how you feel experience. having skill and knowledge because you have done something many times I'm experienced in sales. I decided to live on 1 a day, and the experiment worked a test of a new idea, method, etc well. to make something clear or easy to Can you explain why you did understand by giving reasons for it this? the details or reasons that someone gives to make something clear or easy to What's your explanation for understand the team's poor performance? to burst and break up into pieces violently The building exploded. to go around a place where you have never been in order to find out what is there The children love exploring. the look on someone's face showing what they feel or think facial expression very beautiful or perfect large in amount or size the most unusual or most serious possible a garden of exquisite flowers an extensive art collection
experienced
experiment explain
explanation explode
explore expression exquisite extensive extreme face (verb) facial facility fact fade
extreme weather conditions I can't face moving everything to deal with something unpleasant again. of or on the face facial expression an ability, often natural rather than They have a facility with learned words and languages. something that you know is true, exists, The fact is that we don't have or has happened enough money. If a colour or sound fades, it becomes less bright or strong. The sofa's faded. It's not fair that I have to clean up the mess that she made.
fair (adj)
faith
the belief that someone or something is You need to have faith in the good and can be trusted people around you. an object which is made to look real or valuable in order to deceive people to break into pieces to start sleeping One of Glass's biggest articles was a fake. My poor old boots are falling apart. He fell asleep in front of the TV.
If someone or something falls over, they I slipped on the ice and fell fall to the ground or onto their side. over. Such events have become common and happening a lot familiar in recent years. a group of people who are related to each other, especially parents and children I'm from a big family. someone who likes a person or thing very much I'm not a big fan of TV. very good very much to interest someone a lot If you fast-forward a recording, or if it fast-forwards, you make it play at very high speed so that you get to the end more quickly. a power that some people believe decides what will happen If something bad that has happened is someone's fault, they are responsible for it. He looks fantastic in that suit. Watching him is far better than watching television. Science has always fascinated me.
fast-forward fate
I always fast-forward through the ads. I believe it was fate that caused us to meet again.
fault favour
It's my fault we're late. She was always doing favours something that you do to help someone for people. During this cold weather, we should think of our feathered a bird friends. to include someone or something as an a new movie featuring Bruce important part Willis However, we feel that we will not be able to work together. I have a feeling it's on Tuesday. a football field fiercely competitive a fiery temper I have the figures here. I don't like watching films more than once.
to have an opinion about something an opinion or belief an area of grass where you can play a sport used to show that a quality is very strong showing strong emotion, especially anger statistics a story shown at the cinema or on television
used before you say the last point or idea the control of how large amounts of money should be spent relating to money or how money is managed to think or feel a particular way about someone or something to get information about something, or to learn a fact for the first time one of the five long parts at the end of your hand to remove someone from their job a vehicle for carrying firefighters and equipment for stopping large fires a piece of equipment kept inside buildings which is used to stop small fires someone whose job is to stop fires burning a company that sells goods or services
Finally, I'll give you a website address where you can find more information. He works in finance. a financial adviser I found it quite difficult at first.
I'll find out for you. We have four fingers and a thumb on each hand. He was fired from the family business. A fire engine was called to the scene. They showed us how to use the fire extinguishers. The firefighters got the fire under control. a law firm First of all, you need to send us an application form. The batteries in my torch are flat. These dancers are very flexible.
fire engine
before all other things If a battery is flat, it does not have any power left.
able to bend or be bent easily large pieces of paper attached to a board on legs, which you write or draw on when you are talking to a group of She wrote our ideas on a flip people chart. to become covered with water The bathroom's flooded. a long, narrow, flat board that forms part of a wooden floor in a building when you give special attention to something to watch news or events closely expressing or causing happy feelings silly and not wise One of the floorboards was loose. Their main focus must be on reducing crime. I'll try and follow the news. I'm very fond of Agata. a foolish man/mistake
footpath
a path or track for people to walk along, especially in the countryside a public footpath
footstep footwear
If you follow in someone's footsteps, you do the same job or the same things in your life as them, especially a member of your family. shoes, boots, and other things that you wear on your feet to make someone do something that they do not want to do a fire which damages an area of forest to not remember something serious and official in style strong walls, towers, etc. that are built to protect a place
He followed in his father's footsteps and became an actor. a footwear company I always thought they were forced to spend time with their families. The forest fire was started by a cigarette. I've forgotten what we were talking about. a formal dinner party Some of the old fortifications still exist. Fortunately, no one was hurt in the accident. free events
freedom frequent fresh air friend friendship fright from time to time front
happening because of good luck costing no money the condition or right of being able or allowed to do, say, think, etc. whatever you want to, without being controlled or limited religious freedom He is a frequent visitor to the happening often US. air outside buildings that is clean and Let's go outside and get some cool fresh air. someone who you know well and like when two people are friends Sarah's my best friend. a close friendship That dog gave me a terrible a sudden feeling of shock and fear fright. I still see my ex-boyfriend sometimes, but not often from time to time. the side of something that is most often There's a heart design on the seen because it faces forward front. things such as apples or oranges that grow on a tree or a bush, contain seeds, and can be eaten as food dried/fresh fruit annoyed because things are not happening in the way that you want, or in the way that they should
fruit
completely an amount of money collected, saved, or provided for a purpose a pension fund
I'm very frustrated at/with my lack of progress. The restaurant was fully booked.
fundamentally funny
in a basic and important way strange or unusual and not what you expect
Our new managing director has reorganised the company a bit, but nothing has fundamentally changed. What's funny is it's a grass fire, not a forest fire.
further
more or extra when people become excited, annoyed, or anxious about something, especially about something unimportant a door in a fence or outside wall a thick, clear, liquid substance
What's all the fuss about? Please shut the gate. hair gel It depends on the gender of the person you are talking to.
gender
gene
the state of being male or female a part of a cell that is passed on from a parent to a child and that controls particular characteristics
generation
all the people in a society or family who are approximately the same age the older/younger generation Genetic engineering may become an alternative way for athletes to improve their performance. Scientists are considering using genetic engineering to improve athletes' capabilities.
when scientists change the structure of the genes of a living thing in order to make it healthier, stronger or more genetic engineering useful to humans the practice of adding genes to living things in order to improve them or make them suitable for a particular genetic engineering purpose
genius get get back to get off get on get on with get over get rid of get the better of (sb) get used to give away
someone who is extremely intelligent or extremely good at doing something Einstein was a genius. to understand something I don't really get it. to talk to someone again in order to give I'll get back to you as soon as I them some information can. to leave a bus, train, aircraft, or boat to go onto a bus, train, aircraft, or boat to have a good relationship to recover from an illness or problem to throw away something that you do not need If an emotion gets the better of you, you cannot control it. to become familiar with something or someone to give something to someone for free We got off the train. We got on the wrong train. I get on well with my boss. Have you got over your cold yet? I got rid of my old furniture. Jealousy got the better of me. I got used being with a lot of people. He gave away all his books.
give up
If you give up a habit such as smoking, or give up something unhealthy such as She gave up treats and alcohol, you stop doing it or having it. holidays. when the air around the world becomes We are all worried about warmer because of pollution global warming. unhappy and without hope The future looks gloomy.
go ahead
go bankrupt go dead go for go off go on and on goal goldfish gossip gossip grab gradually
used to allow someone to do something to become unable to continue in business because you cannot pay your debts If a piece of equipment goes dead, it stops working. to choose something If a light or machine goes off, it stops working. to continue for a long time something that you want to do in the future a small, orange fish that is often kept as a pet conversation about other people's private lives that might not be true
Can I use your phone? "Sure, go ahead." He went bankrupt after only a year in business. My phone has gone dead. I'd go for this one. The heating went off. The film just went on and on. His goal was to make it simple to use. Goldfish only have a memory of two seconds.
Gossip can be good for you. He's always gossiping on the to talk about other people's private lives phone. to take hold of something or someone He grabbed my arm and suddenly pulled me away. Gradually he began to get slowly over a period of time better. a picture with measurements marked on it as lines or curves, used to compare different things or show the This graph shows in the development of something increase in sales this year. wanting to say 'thank you' to someone who has done something good for you very good easily annoyed and often complaining something that covers or protects someone or something I'm really grateful to you for all your help. My boss is a great character. a grumpy old man a fire guard The jury found her guilty (=decided that she was guilty of a crime). What a nice guy! I got into the habit of having biscuits with my coffee. I'm half-way through the book. My hamster likes playing on his wheel. They stood on the corner handing out leaflets.
graph
guilty guy
having broken a law a man something that you often do, almost without thinking about it If you are half-way through something, you have used or completed half of it. a small animal with soft fur and no tail that is often kept as a pet to give something to each person in a group or place a book that contains information and advice about a particular subject
handbook
a teacher's handbook
the part of something that you use to hold it or open it almost never
a door handle I hardly ever watch TV. There's no harm in checking your email from time to time. harsh criticism/punishment Have a go at this crossword. Let me have a look at your cut. I need to have a word with you about your expenses. We'll have to call someone.
physical or other injury or damage cruel, unkind, or unpleasant in a way that seems unfair to try something to look at something to speak to someone, often in private used to express obligation
head headfirst headline health club hear heart heating help helpful
the part of your body which contains I banged my head on the your brain, eyes, ears, mouth, nose, etc. cupboard door. She dived headfirst into the with the head going first pool. the title of a newspaper story that is printed in large letters above it a front-page headline a place where people go to do physical exercise I belong to a local health club. to be told some information someone's deepest feelings and true character the system that keeps a building warm to do something for someone useful a telephone number that you can ring for help or information in the place where you are someone who does something brave or good which people respect or admire them for a set of electronic equipment for playing music, consisting of a CD player, radio, etc Someone who is high-spirited is energetic and happy and likes doing exciting and enjoyable things. to get free rides in people's vehicles by standing next to the road and waiting for someone to pick you up to collect and store a large supply of something, often secretly Did you hear about Hussein? Listen to your heart. The heating went off. She helped me with my household chores. helpful advice If you have any questions about any of our products, just call our helpline. Let me just have a look here. He became a national hero for his part in the revolution.
helpline here
hero
hi-fi
hi-fi equipment
high-spirited
hitchhike hoard
to organize an event to wait made at home and not bought from a shop the quality of being honest a part of a piece of clothing that covers your head and neck very shocked A hospitable person or place is friendly, pleasant, and welcomes visitors. when people are friendly and welcoming to guests and visitors used to describe how many hours in the day you work used to make a suggestion but very large
hold a meeting If you hold on a minute, I'll tell you. homemade bread/cookies We rely on the honesty of witnesses. a waterproof jacket with a hood He looked horrified when I told him. They were incredibly hospitable people. The local people showed me great hospitality. We're all going to have to work more hours anyway. How about if we take turns to do the washing-up? However, there are some differences. a huge house The hurricane blew the roof off our house. The project's all very hushhush.
hospitable hospitality hours How about ...? however huge hurricane hush-hush
I bet
I mean ice
a violent storm with very strong winds If something is hush-hush, it is kept secret. something that you say to show that you believe that something is true or will happen I bet it'll be there. something that you say in order to correct yourself or to give more I mean, it's your last night, information isn't it? I slipped on the ice and fell water that is so cold it has become solid over. a small picture on a computer screen that you choose in order to make the computer do something Click on the print icon. a suggestion or plan Brainstorm ideas. It's ideal for anyone who perfect, or the best possible wants to exercise at home.
idealistic one of two babies of the same sex, born at the same time to the same mother, and looking very similar to find a particular thing or all the things of a particular group to not listen or give attention to someone or something not allowed by law now, without waiting
When I was young and idealistic I believed it was possible to change the world.
They are identical twins. You need to identify your priorities. She irritates me, so I just try to ignore her. illegal drugs/weapons She asked him to come home immediately.
impressive
improvise in a nutshell
Impersonal buildings are not friendly or interesting. large, impersonal buildings My family is very important to valuable, useful, or necessary me. I was impressed by her to make someone admire or respect you professionalism. an idea, feeling, or opinion about Did they make a good something or someone impression on each other? Someone or something that is impressive makes you admire and an impressive respect them. performance/view to make or do something without any preparation, using only the things that For a football, we improvised are available with some rolled-up socks. Well, to put it in a nutshell, using as few words as possible we're lost. Never ignore a market researcher in case they have free samples to hand out.
in case
because something might happen If you have things in common with someone else, you share, interests, experiences, or other characteristics with them. used to introduce the last part of a speech or piece of writing in order to celebrate or show great respect for someone used to explain what something means in a different way especially during an activity used to talk about a period in the past
having contact with someone not correct or exact the place on a computer where email messages are sent something that happens, especially something bad
Sue and I don't have much in common. In conclusion, I'd like to thank our guest speaker. a memorial in honour of our war heroes He said he's too busy, so in other words, he isn't interested. Are you looking for anything in particular? I was in the middle of washing up. In those days, boys used to wear short trousers. I'm now back in touch with people I knew in primary school. inaccurate information I need to check my inbox. Police are investigating the incident.
If someone is artistically/technically, etc inclined, they have natural ability in My children are not that area. artistically inclined. contained within something else money that you earn by working, investing, or producing goods not good at making decisions, or not producing a decision The instructions are included. families on low incomes She was weak and indecisive.
indeed
used to add emphasis after 'very' followed by an adjective or adverb when someone looks after themselves and does not need money, help, or permission from other people a person, especially when considered separately and not as part of a group all the companies involved in a particular type of business
independence
My parents gave me a lot of independence. We try to treat our students as individuals. the entertainment industry
individual industry
influence influential
insist inspector
to affect or change how someone or Many factors influence a film's something develops, behaves, or thinks success. an influential figure in having a lot of influence modern jazz Can you give us a bit more facts about a situation, person, event, information about your etc. background? containing a lot of useful facts a very informative lecture not confident enough to say or do what We are less inhibited with our you want friends. My initial reaction was one of first, or happening at the beginning anger. the ability to make decisions and do things without needing to be told what You have to have initiative to to do do this job. when someone puts a drug into your body using a needle an injection of insulin She injured her ankle when to hurt a person or animal she fell. damage to someone's body head injuries The wallet's got some cash in or into a room, building, or container inside. to demand that something must be done or that you must have a particular The school insists on good thing behaviour from its students. someone whose job is to check that things are being done correctly a factory inspector someone or something that gives you ideas for doing something immediately in place of someone or something else an organisation where people do a particular kind of scientific, educational, or social work Africa has long been a source of inspiration for his painting. Both drivers were killed instantly. Visit people instead of making phone calls. the Massachusetts Institute of Technology Staff are instructed not to use the telephones for personal calls. I just followed the instructions.
institute
instruct instructions
instructor intelligence
someone who teaches a particular sport or activity a driving instructor the ability to learn and understand What do you think is the best things test of intelligence? Interactive computer programs, games, etc involve the person using them by reacting to the way they use them. wanting to do something or know more about something keeping your attention
interpret
interrupt
interview into
The museum has lots of interactive displays. Sarah's only interested in boys, CDs, and clothes. an interesting person I know he's worried about us, to try to control or become involved in a but I wish he wouldn't situation, in a way that is annoying interfere. Does this computer have connection to the Internet internet access? connected with relationships between He needs to work on his people interpersonal skills. to explain or decide what you think a His comments were particular phrase, performance, action, interpreted as an attack on the etc means government. to stop someone while they are talking or doing something, by saying or doing Sorry to interrupt, but what something yourself time is it? a meeting in which someone asks you questions to see if you are suitable for a I had an interview last week job or course for a job in London. enthusiastic about or interested in a system that connects the computers in a company or organisation so that people can share information and send messages connected with someone's understanding of their own personality and abilities to make something exist or happen for the first time someone who is quiet and shy and prefers to be alone the feeling that you know something without being able to explain why to design or make something new something that has been designed or made for the first time someone who designs and makes new things to give money to a bank or business, or to buy something, because you hope to get a profit to try to discover all the facts about something I'm really into music.
intranet
intrapersonal intelligence What new laws have been introduced? He's always been an introvert. Her approach to childcare is based on intuition. Who invented the television? A lot of great inventions have come from China. Thomas Edison was the inventor of the light bulb. He's invested a million pounds in the project. Researchers are investigating the benefits of computer games.
invest
investigate
someone who puts money in a bank, business, etc in order to make a profit making you feel annoyed a subject or problem that people are thinking or talking about it is not decided yet a place where criminals are kept as a punishment a glass container used for storing food unhappy and angry because you want something that someone else has the work that you do in order to get money someone who runs for exercise to become a member of an organization a bank account that someone has jointly with someone else. a short funny story which someone says to make people laugh a magazine containing articles about a particular subject someone who controls a court and decides how criminals should be punished relating to a court of law or the legal system
We're looking for investors for our new business. an irritating habit the issues of race and social class Well, it depends what you want to find. He ended up in jail. a jar of jam His new bike was making his friends jealous. It's the kind of job that requires a lot of confidence. There were lots of joggers in the park. I want to join a tennis club. We've had a joint account since we were married. He made a joke to make everyone feel relaxed. a medical journal The judge sentenced him to 15 years in prison. a judicial inquiry
jealous
judge judicial
judo
a sport from Japan in which two people try to throw each other to the ground a judo champion a group of people in a court of law who decide if someone has done a crime to give a good enough reason to make something seem acceptable The jury found the woman guilty of theft. I don't know how they can justify those ticket prices.
jury justify
a form of entertainment, originally from Japan, in which recordings of the music but not the words of popular songs are played, so that people can sing the words themselves a karaoke bar/machine/night I'm not keen on reality TV very interested in something shows. to do something again and again to take someone away using force, saying that you will only bring them back if someone gives you money My router keeps going wrong. The businessman's son was kidnapped for the ransom money.
kidnap
kidnapper
kind of kindness
someone who takes a person by force, usually in order to demand money in exchange for returning them used when you are trying to explain or describe something, but you cannot be exact
It's a kind of sales and marketing position. I wanted to thank her for her when someone is kind kindness. Our arms are longer than the to upset an object by hitting it with part brain thinks they are so we of your body knock things over. to have information about something in I didn't know what they were your mind doing. information and understanding that you have in your mind laboratory (=a room used for scientific work) a piece of equipment which is used to reach high places, consisting of short steps fixed between two long sides a woman who you rent a room or house from a man who you rent a room or house from a building that you can easily recognise, especially one that helps you to know where you are someone who owns an area of land He will easily find a job with his knowledge and skills. I spend a lot of time in the lab doing experiments.
knowledge lab
I'll fetch a ladder. I'll ask my landlady if you can stay. My landlord is going to double my rent.
landmark landowner
The last time I saw you, you were going to study finance. Have you spoken to Hussein recently lately? the time when a new product or service The film's launch attracted a becomes available lot of Hollywood stars. There are laws against an official rule in a country drinking in the street. an area of grass that is cut to mow the lawn Her lawyer advised her to someone whose job is to explain the law take action against the to people and give advice company. to begin a process that causes This could lead on to a career something to happen or exist in law. the job of being in control of a group, country, or situation We need strong leadership. the most recent If a container leaks, it allows liquid or gas to come out when it should not. The pipe's leaking. to give something to someone after you A wealthy widow left all her die money to the village. a formal talk given to a group of people in order to teach them about a subject We went to a lecture on Italian art.
leak leave
lecture
legal less
allowed by law not as much to allow someone to do something or to allow someone to have something someone who tells lies something that you say or write which you know is not true the way that you live a free ride somewhere, usually in a car an object that produces light
Is it legal to carry a handgun? It's less likely to be busy then. People let you do what you want more. Are you a good liar? Why might these people tell lies? a healthy lifestyle The woman who gave us a lift was really nice. The lights came back on.
let liar lie (noun) lifestyle lift (noun) light lighten up lightning likely limit link live (verb) lizard lock (oneself) out
to become more relaxed and less serious I wish she'd lighten up a bit. sudden bright light in the sky during a storm thunder and lightning I'm likely to forget if you don't expected remind me. the largest amount of something that is possible or allowed a time limit a connection between documents or Click on this link to visit our areas on the Internet online bookstore. We lived together for two to have your home somewhere years. a small animal with thick skin, a long The dinosaurs were giant tail, and four short legs lizards. to prevent oneself from entering a Have you ever locked yourself building by locking the door out. to prevent someone from entering a room or building by locking a door I've locked myself out again. someone who pays to live with someone I got a lodger to help me pay in their home the rent. the use of reason, or the science of using reason unhappy because you are not with other people to remember something in the past to have a similar appearance to something or someone to try to notice someone or something to stop communicating with someone, usually because they do not live near you now not knowing where you are a room where things that people have accidentally left, for instance on a train, are kept always liking and supporting someone or something, sometimes when other people do not It was difficult to understand the logic behind his argument. She gets lonely now that the kids have all left home. Looking back on it, it was a silly thing to do. It looks like a chest of drawers. She looked out for bargains. We've lost touch over the years. We got lost. You need to go to lost property.
lost property
loyal
a loyal supporter
luckily lunatic
because of good luck someone who behaves in a crazy way a big, thin book that you can buy every week or month, that has pictures and writing to make a situation or activity continue in the same way more important or more serious than other things or people of a similar type to earn enough money to live to have a meaning or reason that you can understand
magazine
maintain
a fashion magazine The army has been brought in to maintain order in the region.
a major problem/issue He makes a living selling mobile phones. That makes sense. Glass had made up facts in 27 of the 41 articles he had written. Did you manage to talk to your friend? How do you manage your money? to manipulate an image Would you prefer to read a manual? She draws you a map. marginally more expensive
to invent to succeed in doing something, especially something difficult to be in control of something to change the shape or appearance of something a book that tells you how to use something or do something a picture that shows where countries, towns, roads, etc are by a small amount someone whose job is to find out what people like about products and what things they want to buy the work of encouraging people to buy a product or service You call a man 'mate' when you are speaking to him informally. Mature people behave like adults in a way which shows they are well developed emotionally. to have a particular meaning
market researcher
marketing mate
She seems very mature for thirteen. What does 'twitter' mean? That means I won't be able to to have a particular result come to the party. television, newspapers, magazines, and The issue has been much radio considered as a group discussed in the media. when people come together for a reason, usually to talk about something Hold a meeting If something melts, it changes from a solid into a liquid because of heat. The ice on the pond soon melted.
meeting
melt
memorial memorise
an object that is built to help people remember an important person or event a war memorial To learn something so that you I've memorised his phone remember it exactly. number. People in this category have a good visual memory. You've never mentioned her before. My bedroom's in a mess. They spend their weekends messing around on their boat. I often take my metal detector to the beach. a middle-aged couple/man/woman She is a trained midwife.
mess around
metal detector middle-aged midwife military mind (verb) minor minute miserable mistake misunderstand moan mobile phone moment money mood mortgage motion motivation motorist mound move in
your ability to remember things to speak or write a few words about something or someone an untidy or dirty place or thing to spend time doing things that are not important, without any particular purpose or plan a machine that you move over the ground or a surface to discover if there is metal there in the middle of your life before you are old a nurse who has had special training to help women give birth relating to the army, navy, or air force
military action/service Would you mind if I opened to be angry or worried about something the window? not important or serious a minor offence a period of time equal to 60 seconds If you hold on a minute. I just woke up feeling miserable.
sad something that you do or think which is wrong I made a huge mistake. She misunderstood the to not understand something correctly instructions. to complain or speak in a way that She's always moaning about shows you are unhappy something. a telephone that you can carry I'll be out, so call my mobile everywhere with you phone. a very short period of time Bear with me a moment. the coins or pieces of paper that are How much money have you used for buying things got? Her book captures the mood of the atmosphere that a place has the place. money that you borrow to buy a home a monthly mortgage payment The motion of the boat made when or how something moves him feel sick. What was the motivation for the need or reason for doing something the attack? Motorists should expect delays someone who drives a car of up to one hour. a higher area of soil, like a small hill to begin living in a new home an ancient burial mound We're moving in next week.
move on movement multiple murder myself nasty navigation nearly need (noun) negotiate neighbourhood neither ... nor nervous
to change from one subject to another when you are talking or writing a change of position or place with several things or parts the crime of intentionally killing someone used to show that it is the person who is speaking who is referred to very bad the process of directing a vehicle from one place to another almost something that is necessary to have or do to try to make or change an agreement by talking about it an area of a town or city that people live in used when a negative fact is true of two people or things worried and anxious
I'm going to move on now to talk about the different parts of the course. His movements were rather clumsy. multiple injuries to commit murder I see myself as a father first. a nasty shock/surprise a satellite navigation system I've nearly finished. I don't see the need for more TV channels. We are negotiating for a new contract. I grew up in a very poor neighbourhood. Neither he nor his mother would talk to the police. a nervous cough/laugh
a home built by birds for their eggs and by some other creatures to live in a birds'/wasps' nest a set of computers that are connected to All our computers are on the each other same network. I've never been able to go with not ever, not one time them. Come up with a new and recently made better plan. information about important things that have just happened on television, radio and in newspapers someone who reads the news on the radio or television kind and friendly entertainment for the night such as bars, restaurants, and theatres a very unpleasant experience to move your head up and down as a way of agreeing
I listen to the news on the radio every morning. Even the newsreader looked upset. He's a really nice person. What's the nightlife like around here? The traffic can be a real nightmare after 4.30. They nodded enthusiastically at the proposal. You can see the northern lights from parts of Norway. Not only did he turn up late, he also forgot his books. We certainly aren't quite as tolerant as we used to be.
nod
the aurora borealis used to say that one thing is true and another thing is true too, especially a not only ... but also surprising thing northern lights
not quite
Make notes about her answers. This is nothing to do with not anything Celia. I noticed someone on the to see something and be aware of it street. a book that tells a story about imaginary Have you readany good people and events novels lately? I'm going to move on now to talk about the different parts at the present time of the course. a group of numbers that represents How many will the numbers something rise to? He is the author of numerous many articles. the way in which children are treated as Which is most important they are growing nature or nurture? the state of being very fat childhood obesity His main objective was to something that you are trying to achieve increase profits. something that makes it difficult for you to go somewhere or to succeed at something to overcome an obstacle in a way that is easy to understand or see They're obviously in love. a common/everyday something that happens occurrence information written on paper I always thought there was strange or unusual something odd about her. used to show that what you are saying is Of course it's his property in obvious law. He committed several serious a crime offences. someone who has an important position in an organisation such as the government a senior official a smooth, thick substance that is used Rub some ointment on the on painful or damaged skin affected area. used to give your opinion after you have On balance, I have to say I'd considered all the facts about something go for the Hotel Arts. Some types of workers, especially doctors, are described as being on call if they are available to make official visits at any time when they are needed, She's a doctor, so she's often whether they are at home or at work. on call at the weekend. burning That house is on fire. It's a difficult task, but on the used to give an opposite or alternative other hand, I should have time viewpoint to do it. at a point in a journey I was on the way to work. On top of that, the Italian in addition to restaurant is closer.
official ointment
on balance
on call on fire
opportunity optimistic
one time connected to a system of computers, especially the Internet not more than a particular size or amount If you have an open mind, you wait until you know all the facts before forming an opinion a thought or belief about something or someone a situation in which it is possible for you to do something, or a possibility of doing something always thinking that good things will happen
I don't like watching films more than once. How often do you go online? It's only five kilometres to the venue. It's good to have an open mind about things. What's your opinion on the matter?
organisation
a unique opportunity We're optimistic about our chances of success. After living in Egypt for six months or so, I began to used after a number or amount to show understand what had that it is not exact happened. a large group of musicians who play different instruments together a symphony orchestra when everything is tidy and in its correct place It's in good working order. not special, different, or unusual in any way ordinary life I'm trying to improve the the way that parts of things are organisation of my computer arranged files. His original plan was to stay for a week, but he ended up staying for a month. Despite her illness, she has a very positive outlook on life. It has pink stripes on the outside.
original
existing since the beginning, or being the earliest form of something the way a person thinks about something the outer part or surface of something
outlook outside
outsider
someone who does not belong to a The villagers are very particular group, organisation, or place suspicious of outsiders. expressing an opinion forcefully and not worrying about what other people think outspoken comments He took just over an hour to more than an amount, number, or age get ready. I often record whole series and then watch them over and repeatedly over. considering everything or everyone the overall cost of the holiday We sat in a caf overlooking the market square.
outspoken over
overlook
overnight
overuse owner
when something is used too often or too The overuse of X-rays may be much causing 250 deaths each year. someone who legally owns something a property owner an object that is covered in paper, inside a box, etc, especially so that it can be He was carrying a package sent somewhere under his arm. Recovery from the operation is a slow and painful process. He held the beetle on the palm of his hand.
package
painful palm
panel
panic
the part of a car, aircraft, computer, etc that the controls are fixed to a control panel to suddenly feel so worried or frightened that you cannot think or behave calmly, or to make someone feel Don't panic, we've got plenty this way of time. in some countries, a group of people who make the laws for the country a bird with feathers of many, bright colours that can copy what people say not complete
parliament
passer-by
passionate
He made a partial recovery. She didn't seem particularly especially or more than usual interested. The house is partly owned by to some extent, but not completely her father. Police were alerted by a someone who is walking past something passer-by who saw the by chance accident. It's good to see someone so passionate about their showing a strong feeling about a subject product. to receive the legal right to make or sell a particular product so that others cannot copy it He didn't patent his idea. a long, thin area of ground for people to There's a path through the walk on forest. a particular way that something is often done or repeated behaviour patterns They will accept payment by the act of paying credit card. when there is quiet and calm a feeling of peace a punishment for doing something There should be greater which is against a law or rule penalties for drug cheats. more than one person People say it's amazing. to think of something or someone in a Retirement is perceived as a particular way bit lazy really.
perform period
to entertain people by acting, singing, dancing, etc a length of time when you allow someone to do something an official document that allows you to do something a human being belonging to a particular person the qualities that make one person different from another
She has performed all over the world. a 24-hour period She gave him permission without asking any questions. a work permit You're the only person I know here. personal qualities She's got a lovely warm personality.
philosophy physical
pick
My philosophy has always a way of thinking about what you should been to give those with ability do in life the chance to progress. relating to the body physical fitness/strength Pick fruit from bushes and If you pick flowers, fruit, etc, you take trees whenever you walk them off a tree or out of the ground. anywhere. A picturesque place is attractive to look at. an amount of a substance in the shape of a small hill or a number of objects on top of each other If words or an image ping onto your computer screen, they arrive there suddenly. a long tube which liquid or gas can move through a position or location having a simple design, without much decoration something that you are going to do If a machine plays up, it does not work as it should. a feeling of happiness or enjoyment easily as much or as many as you need a picturesque cottage on the edge of the Yorkshire Moors
picturesque
pile
a pile of books/bricks A message pinged onto my screen. The pipe's leaking. Is it a good place to get reliable facts? a plain blue carpet Come up with a new and better plan. The CD deck can play up sometimes. His visits used to give us such pleasure. Don't bring any food - we've got plenty. I don't like movies with complicated plots.
plug (sth) in
the things that happen in a story to connect a piece of electrical equipment to an electricity supply or to Could you plug the iron in for another piece of equipment me? someone whose job is to repair or connect water pipes, toilets and baths a part of a piece of clothing that you can put things in a container for drinks which keeps them hot or cold We need to call a plumber to fix the tap. My wallet was in my coat pocket. a drink pod
point poison
police
the reason for or purpose of something a substance that can make you ill or kill you if you eat or drink it the organization that makes people obey the law and that protects people against crime
I don't see the point of opera. Someone had put poison in her drink. What did the police ask motorists to do?
political
potential power power cut practically pram predict prefer ... to ...
There are two main political relating to or involved in politics parties in my country. Someone who is pompous is too serious and thinks they are more important than they really are. He's very pompous. He's just popped out to the to go somewhere for a short time shops. 'Jack' was the most popular liked by many people boy's name. a thing that you own personal possessions If something is possible, it can happen Is it possible to speak to the or be done. manager please? qualities or abilities that may develop and allow someone or something to succeed It's got potential. control or influence over people and He likes to have power over events people. when the supply of electricity suddenly We've got candles in case stops there's a power cut. It's practically impossible to almost get there. a small vehicle with four wheels for carrying a baby She was pushing a pram. to say what you think will happen in the Companies are predicting future massive profits. to like someone or something more than another person or thing I prefer radio to TV. when you like something or someone more than another person or thing something that you give to someone, usually on a special day a talk giving information about something
preference present
personal preferences a wedding present Jasmina is giving a presentation to her colleagues. If you're phoning about a technical problem, please press two.
presentation
to push something firmly very much respected and admired, usually because of being important a prestigious literary award existing or happening before something or someone else the previous day/year My daughter is still at a school for children aged 5-11 primary school. the person in charge of a school or college
principal
probably problem
used to mean that something is very likely a situation that causes difficulties a series of actions that you take in order to achieve a result something that someone makes or grows so that they can sell it a type of work that needs special training or education a short description of someone's life, character, work, etc money that you get from selling something for more than it cost you to buy a show on television or radio a machine that projects films, pictures or words onto a screen or a wall to say that you will certainly do something or that something will certainly happen likely to be very good or successful in the future likely to experience a particular problem more than is normal a word that is used instead of a noun which has usually already been talked about. For example the words 'she', 'it', and 'mine' are pronouns.
I'll probably be home by midnight. health problems Buying a house can be a long and complicated process. We have a new range of skincare products. What's your profession? You can update your profile.
profit programme
projector
I need a projector for my talk. He promised not to do it again. This one looks promising. accident-prone
pronoun
property
a building or area of land to keep someone or something safe from something dangerous or bad
protect
Liars often use the pronoun 'we' instead of 'I'. As well as always paying my rent on time, I've also looked after this property. It's important to protect your skin from the harmful effects of the sun.
proud
prove
provide
feeling very pleased about something of I'm very proud of what we've yours or something you have done achieved. They knew who had stolen the money, but they couldn't prove to show that something is true it. This booklet provides useful information about local to supply something to someone services. a doctor who is trained in the study and treatment of mental illness He went to see a psychiatrist. Psychologists have studied the someone who has studied the human effects of childhood mind and feelings separation. to prepare and print a book, newspaper, magazine, article, etc so that people can This book is published by buy it Cambridge University Press.
psychiatrist
psychologist
publish
to make someone dislike something or someone, or to discourage someone from doing something to make something that is burning stop burning part of the character of someone or something a sentence or phrase that asks you for information a set of questions asked of a large number of people to discover information about a subject doing something fast or taking only a short time fast or in a short time a little or a lot but not completely a piece of equipment used for listening to radio broadcasts done or chosen without any plan or system a group of different things of the same general type the money that is demanded for the return of someone who is being kept as a prisoner very unusual instead of to make an agreement in which each side agrees to part of what the other side wants to say, do, or feel something because of something else that has been said or done to understand a situation, sometimes suddenly a TV show about ordinary people filmed in real situations very or very much
Those lessons put me off science for life. We managed to put out the fire. personal qualities Wed like to ask you some questions about international sales. Residents have been sent questionnaires about their homes and energy use. I tried to catch him but he was too quick for me. I quickly shut the door. It's quite a dangerous website. Would you mind not having the radio on all the time? random testing a range of colours/patterns They demanded a 1 million ransom for his daughter's release. a rare disease/species I'd like coffee rather than tea, please. We discuss things, and usually we reach a compromise. He reacted angrily to her comments. I immediately realised what had happened. There are too many reality shows on TV these days. I'm really into music. It's not reasonable to expect people to work those hours. I don't recall arranging a time to meet.
question
to remember something happening or starting from a short time ago a recent photo Have you seen any good films not long ago recently? to think that something is probably true I reckon you must get tired.
recognise
to know someone or something because I didn't recognise the man at you have seen or heard them before first. to say that someone or something is Can you recommend a good good or suitable for a particular purpose wine to go with this dish? to try to persuade someone to work for a company or to join an organisation to paint the inside of a house or put paper on the inside walls when this has been done previously How many people did we recruit last month? We're redecorating the kitchen. The statistics reflect a change in people's spending habits. a refreshing change
recommend
recruit
redecorate
reflect refreshing
to show or be a sign of something different and interesting an amount of money that is given back to you, especially because you are not happy with something you have bought to think of someone or something in a particular way a particular area in a country or the world to feel sorry about a situation, especially something that you wish you had not done to practise a play, dance, etc in order to prepare for a performance
Ask for a refund. Work isn't regarded as so important over there. China's coastal region If you don't tell her the truth you'll regret it later. We used to rehearse in an old church hall.
regret rehearse
rejection
relationship
relax
when someone does not get the love, attention or success they were expecting a feeling of rejection He has a very good the way two people feel and behave relationship with his older towards each other sister. to become happy and comfortable because nothing is worrying you, or to make someone do this It's difficult to relax. to make a record, film or other product available for people to buy or see able to be trusted or believed The album is due to be released in time for Christmas. a reliable car Breathing exercises can help to make pain or a bad feeling less severe to relieve stress. I know I can rely on you to to trust someone or something help. to keep something in your mind, or I remember you always bring it back into your mind wanted to do that. to make someone remember something, or remember to do something a piece of equipment that is used to control something such as a television from a distance to pay or receive money to live in a building that someone else owns Remind yourself of any nervous habits. The hi-fi comes with a remote control. I rent a room to a lodger.
remind
replacement represent
a new thing or person in place of something or someone that was there before to be a sign or symbol of something an animal whose body is covered with scales (=pieces of hard skin), and whose blood changes temperature, for example a snake a country with no king or queen but with an elected government to save someone from a dangerous situation when someone studies a subject in order to discover new information
It's not going to be easy to find a replacement for you. The crosses on the map represent churches.
respect
respond
responsibility
reunion
reveal
reverse
review
France is a republic. A man rescued a driver from a car. They've clearly done a lot of research. We have had complaints from someone who lives in a particular place local residents. to officially tell your employer that you Mr Aitken has resigned from are leaving your job the company. They often don't try to resolve to solve or end a problem or difficulty the conflict. when you are polite to someone, especially because they are older or I would still always show him more important than you respect. The government has to say or do something as an answer or responded by sending food reaction to something that has been and medical supplies to the said or done region. The head of the department something that it is your job or duty to has various additional deal with responsibilities. Unemployment has risen as a something that happens or exists direct result of new economic because something else has happened policies. to leave your job and stop working She retired from the company because you are old in 1990. the period of your life after you have We wish you a long and happy stopped working retirement. an occasion when people who have not met each other for a long time meet again a family/school reunion It was revealed in this to tell someone a piece of secret morning's papers that the information couple intend to marry. to change a situation or change the order of things so that it becomes the It is unlikely that the judge opposite will reverse his decision. a piece of writing in a newspaper that gives an opinion about a new book, film, Click here to see all my etc reviews. to make someone start to feel healthier and more active again something good that you get or experience because you have worked hard, behaved well, etc A cup of tea and something to eat might revive you. There'll be a reward for whoever finishes first.
revive
reward
a regular, repeating pattern of sound very silly at the present time the leader of a group who are doing something harmful or illegal to get bigger in level
You need a sense of rhythm to be a good dancer. I've never heard anything so ridiculous. We're very busy right now. the ringleader of a gang of drug smugglers How many will the numbers rise to?
If you risk something, you do something David Warne risked his life by although something bad might happen. diving into the river. to steal from someone or somewhere, often using violence to rob a bank someone who steals a band that plays loud, modern music with a strong beat, often using electric guitars and drums loud, modern music with a strong beat, often played with electric guitars and drums the surface that covers the top of a building or vehicle very thick string made from twisted thread a bank robber
rock band
I love rock music. He climbed onto the roof. We tied a rope to the branch.
rota
a plan which shows who must do which We'll have to make a rota for jobs and when they must do them the washing-up. the roads or paths you follow to get from one place to another place
route
an escape route
a device which connects a computer to a Try and avoid leaving your network of computers router on all the time. We will still have quite angry a loud, angry argument rows. relating to a queen or king and their family the British royal family things that you throw away because you Our rubbish gets collected on do not want them Thursdays. Rude words or jokes may upset or Don't be rude about my offend people. husband. an official instruction about what you There are rules for what must or must not do you're supposed to do. He runs the business with only to organize or control something six people. If a supply of something runs out, there is none left because it has all been used. Come on, time is running out. to hit a person or an animal while They ran over an animal in driving the middle of the road.
saint
salary
a dead person who has been officially respected by the Christian church for living their life in a holy way a fixed amount of money that you receive from your employer, usually every month
Catherine of Siena was made a saint in 1461. My salary is paid directly into my bank account. Men and women spent about the same amount of time relaxing and socialising. a free sample of chocolate
same sample
exactly alike a small amount of something that shows you what it is like a piece of equipment that is sent into space around the Earth to get and send signals to stop someone or something from being killed or destroyed to keep money so that you can buy something with it in the future
a weather satellite I've saved a guy from drowning. She saved up enough money for a wedding gift.
a news story that shocks people because The politician never recovered they think it is very bad from the financial scandal. How many firefighters were a place where a bad thing has happened at the scene? doubting that something is true or Scientists remain sceptical useful about astrology. relating to science, or using the scientific organised methods of science experiments/research the number of points someone gets in a game or test a high/low score to make a slight cut or long, thin mark with a sharp object It's scratched. to make a loud, high noise with your voice because you are afraid or hurt a computer program which finds information on the Internet by looking for words which you have typed in
scream
scream something I typed his name into a search engine and couldn't believe what I saw.
search engine
a strap that you fasten across your body Ladies and gentlemen, please when travelling in a car or aeroplane fasten your seatbelts. Seawater was rushing in over water from the sea the land. a very short period of time Just give me a second. a school for students aged between 11 My son starts secondary and 18 school next term. I want two things: firstly, used for introducing the second reason, more money, and secondly, idea, etc. better working hours. something that you tell no one about or only a few people Can you keep a secret? to understand something I don't see the point of adverts.
seem select senior sense sense of direction sense of humour sensible sensitive sergeant
to appear to be to choose someone or something having an important job or position a feeling or understanding about yourself or about a situation the ability to find places or to know which direction to go
She seemed happy. Select one of the stories as a starting-point. a senior executive Living in the country gives us a sense of freedom.
series
service set up
a good sense of direction She has a really good sense of your ability to understand funny things humour. showing good judgment a sensible decision easily damaged or hurt sensitive eyes/skin an officer of low rank in the police a police sergeant I often record whole series and then watch them over and a set of television or radio programmes over. when people help you and bring you things in a place such as a shop, The service in that restaurant restaurant, or hotel is very poor. to get all the necessary equipment ready for an activity He set up a health club. to start living in a place where you intend to stay for a long time Do you think he'll ever settle down and have a family?
settle down
show
used instead of 'will' when the subject is 'I' or 'we', especially when asking for suggestions What shall we do? Erin wasn't very well, which an unlucky situation was a shame. having a very thin or pointed edge that can cut things a sharp knife We got a nasty shock when he a big, unpleasant surprise gave us the bill. to say something very loudly There's no need to shout. Figure 1 shows the minutes per day that men and women spent doing different to give information about activities. someone who tries to make other people admire their abilities or achievements in a way which is annoying If you shuffle papers or cards, you mix them or arrange them in a different order. not confident, especially about meeting or talking to new people
show-off
side
very annoyed or bored a flat, outer surface of an object, especially one that is not its top, bottom, My bag's got pockets on the front, or back side.
He shuffled the cards. He was too shy to say anything to her. I'm sick of my job at the moment.
signal
a series of light waves or sound waves which are sent to a radio or television
You've still got a signal. These measures will save a significant amount of money. The building was dark and silent.
significant silent
important or noticeable without any sound something which is similar to something else has many things the same, although it is not exactly the same.
similar
since
because website (=an area on the Internet where information about a particular subject, organization, etc. can be found) how big or small something is Someone who is skinny is too thin. a small piece of film that you shine light through in order to see a photograph a little to slide by accident and fall or almost fall at a slow speed to hit something hard and break into a lot of pieces with a loud noise a short description of something that tells you what it is like a deep pile of snow that the wind has blown until now
The two houses are remarkably similar. Since it's such a big issue, you need to make sure you're completely open.
Are you on a social networking site? It's the wrong size. My sister is really skinny. I brought some slides to show the audience. I find it slightly worrying. I slipped on the ice and fell over. Could you speak more slowly, please?
His car smashed into a wall. The book will give you a snapshot of the country. There were snowdrifts blocking the paths. She's won all the competition events so far. It's important to have your own money so that you can buy yourself something from time to time. I forgot to take a coat and I got soaked. Singing can be a sociable hobby.
so that soaked
in order to completely wet A sociable activity is one in which you can enjoy spending time with other people. the things you do with other people for enjoyment when you are not working using the Internet to keep in touch with friends and meet new people to spend the time when you are not working with friends or other people in order to enjoy yourself
sociable
She has a busy social life. There are thousands of social networking sites. I don't socialise with my colleagues.
socialise
society
a large group of people who live in the same country or area and have the same laws, traditions, etc the place on a wall where you connect electrical equipment to the electricity supply programs that you use to make a computer do different things being alone the way to stop a problem to find the answer to something or to stop a problem in a way which you do not know or do not understand used to mean a person when you do not know who they are or when it is not important who they are used to mean a thing when you do not know what it is or when it is not important what it is a type of something (of a building or part of a building) not allowing sound to go through where something comes from something which you buy or keep to remember a special event or holiday the area outside the Earth to say something using your voice to spend most of your time doing one type of business someone who has a lot of experience, knowledge, or skill in a particular subject a formal talk that someone gives to a group of people the fastest speed that a car is allowed to travel on a particular road to use time doing something or being somewhere If two people split up, they end their relationship. to stop something from being enjoyable or successful a man who is chosen by a group or organisation to speak officially to the public for them
Unemployment is a problem for society. Check that the plug is in the socket properly. educational software He went upstairs to read the letter in solitude. There's no easy solution to this problem. We have solved the problem. Don't worry, we'll fix it somehow. Someone said he's got a new girlfriend. It's something that people don't really understand. It's a sort of chest of drawers. a soundproof room/wall/studio a source of income/information
someone
specialise
a souvenir shop Two satellites crashed in space yesterday. Have you spoken to Hussein lately? We specialise in bringing together entrepreneurs with suitable investors.
specialist speech
I never break the speed limit. How much time do you spend online? She split up with her boyfriend. The picnic was spoiled by the bad weather.
spokesman
a government spokesman
stake stallholder
a man who plays sport, especially well to force liquid out of a container in many small drops a set of stairs and the structure around them a part of a business that you own, or an amount of money that you have invested in a business a person who rents or owns a stall in a market one of the parts that some countries such as the US are divided into to secretly take something that belongs to someone else a man who looks after people on an aircraft, boat, or train to treat someone with a deep cut by sewing the two sides of their wound together
Many sportsmen choose these trainers. The fields are sprayed with pesticides. Go up the stairway opposite. He has a 30 percent stake in the company. Stallholders want lower rents.
state
Washington State Burglars broke into the house and stole a computer. an air steward I went to hospital to get stitched up.
steal steward
a seat that does not have a back or arms a piano/bar stool to stop somewhere for a short period of time when you are on a long journey someone who stops something from happening a description of a series of real or imaginary events which people read for enjoyment We stopped over in Los Angeles for two nights. a crime stopper
story
Listen to the news stories The new managing director is a strange person.
strange
strap stressed
unusual or not expected a thin piece of material used to fasten two things together or to carry something
worried and not able to relax A strict person makes sure that children behave well and does not allow them to break any rules. a strict teacher very thin rope used for tying things a long, straight area of colour to try very hard to do something difficult a poisonous substance with a bitter taste that comes from the seeds of a tropical tree and is used as a rat poison not able to move anywhere when someone studies a subject in detail in order to find new information
a ball of string white with blue stripes He's struggling to pay off his debts.
strychnine stuck
The police found traces of strychnine in the food. The window's stuck. The government has published a new study.
study (noun)
used to mean a substance or a group of things or ideas, etc without saying exactly what they are very shocked or surprised
We keep getting and keeping more stuff. They stood in stunned silence beside the bodies.
stunt stuntman / stuntwoman style subject subside subtle succeed success successful such
very beautiful stunning views over the city when someone does something dangerous that needs great skill, usually He always does his own in a film stunts. Rocky Taylor has been a a man or woman who performs stunts stuntman for more than 40 instead of an actor in a film years. a way of designing hair, clothes, She's had her hair cut in a furniture, buildings etc really nice style. what someone is writing or talking While we're on the subject of about parties, ... If water subsides, it sinks down to a The water subsided very lower level. quickly. not obvious or easy to notice a subtle change/difference to achieve what you are trying to She has the skill and achieve determination to succeed. when you do something good that you Her success is due to hard have been trying to do work and determination. having achieved a lot or made a lot of money through your work a successful businessman used to make an opinion stronger It's such a good idea. Social networking websites such as Facebook take up a lot of people's time. a sudden change/increase I suddenly realized who she was. I can't bear to see animals suffering. She didn't have sufficient time to answer all the questions. a suitable time to call He gave a brief summary of what happened.
for example done or happening quickly and unexpectedly quickly and when not expected to experience something bad
sufficient suitable
as much as is necessary acceptable or right for someone or something a short description that gives the main facts or ideas about something
summary
supervisor
a person whose job is to watch a person or activity and make sure that I asked my supervisor for a everything is done safely, correctly, etc break. Vitamin supplements could an extra amount or part added to actually shorten life something expectancy. certain I'm not sure. a long piece of wood or plastic that you We took our surfboards to the use to ride on waves in the sea beach.
surprise surround
something that you did not expect to happen to be or go everywhere around something or someone when someone or something continues to live or exist, especially after a difficult or dangerous situation to be able to live on an amount of money or food to ban someone from taking part in an activity because they have done something wrong to use language which people think is rude or offensive to quickly affect a large area to move around and around quickly a small object that you push up or down with your finger to turn something electrical on or off to turn on a light, television, etc by using a switch to turn off a light, television, etc. by using a switch
I didn't get a reply, which was no surprise really. The house is surrounded by a large garden.
survival survive on
Flood victims had to fight for survival. She survived on 1 a day for six months. Jean Serre has been suspended from the French cycling team. He was sent home because he swore at the teacher. Fire swept through the area. The mist swirled round the castle.
Where is the light switch? Could you switch on the light? Have you switched the computer off?
syndrome
a combination of physical problems that often go together in a particular illness Down's syndrome a set of connected pieces of equipment that operate together an arrangement of facts or numbers in rows or blocks the long, narrow part that sticks out at the back of an animal's body to get control of or responsibility for something to be involved in an activity with other people to happen They've had an alarm system installed at their home. The table shows the percentage of people living in poverty. The dog's pleased to see you he's wagging his tail. He took over the business from his father. He didn't take part in any of the activities. The meeting will take place next week. She showed an early talent for drawing. It can be hard to deal with questions in a talk. We talked him out of walking there.
system
a natural ability to do something when someone speaks to a group of talk people about a particular subject to persuade someone not to do talk (sb) out of (sth) something the part at the end of a pipe which tap controls the flow of water the cold/hot tap a long, thin piece of plastic which is used to store sound, pictures, or information, or a plastic box containing tape it Can you turn the tape over?
target tear
something or someone that you attack, shoot at, try to hit, etc to pull something apart
It's very difficult to hit a moving target. One of the pages is torn.
relating to the knowledge, machines, or We're having a few technical methods used in science and industry problems. someone whose job involves practical work with scientific or electrical technician equipment a lab technician Scientists have developed a a particular or special way of doing new technique for taking technique something blood samples. the process or business of sending telecommunication information or messages by telephone, He works in s radio, etc telecommunications. to say something to someone, usually He told me about his new tell giving them information school. someone who pays rent to live in a tenant room, house, etc You've been a good tenant. I tend to listen to the news on tend to generally do something the radio. technical a feeling of fear or anger between two groups of people who do not trust each other a flat area outside a house, restaurant, etc where you can sit very bad to send a text message (=written message from a mobile phone) to tell someone that you are pleased about something they have given you or done for you in some religions, the final destruction of the world the air, land, and water where people, animals, and plants live a few days ago the action or crime of stealing something an idea or set of ideas that is intended to explain something used to talk about the present time one part of a situation, problem, or subject to consider an idea or a problem If someone's done something which causes tension, nobody says anything. We had dinner on the terrace. a terrible accident I'll text you when we arrive. She wanted to thank everyone for the welcome she received. They are expecting the apocalypse soon. The new road may cause damage to the environment. I saw Terry the other day. car theft Darwin's theory of evolution I don't go out much these days. Another thing is that we don't have enough money. Let me think for a moment.
the environment the other day theft theory these days thing think
though
thought
used to add a new fact or opinion which Okay, I'll come to the party changes what you have just said I'm not staying late though. I'm very interested to hear your thoughts about the an idea or opinion business plan.
kind and always thinking about how you can help other people to get rid of something that you do not want anymore
Thank you for the card - it was very thoughtful of you. I threw away all my old magazines. We should tidy up the house before your parents arrive. Place your tiles on the board. At that time, I didn't know what I wanted to do with my life.
tidy up tile
to make a place tidy a small flat, square object used for playing some games
time time off time-consuming timeless tip tiring to be honest to be honest together together
a period of time in the past time when you are not working
I need to have some time off. The legal process was timeneeding a lot of time consuming and expensive. Her clothes have a timeless not changing because of time or fashion quality. a piece of useful advice Kath's money-saving tips. making you feel tired a long and tiring day To be honest, I didn't really used to say your real opinion enjoy the party. To be honest, I didn't really used to express your real opinion enjoy the party. with each other They live together. We can deal with both at the same time problems together. allowing people to do what they want especially when you do not agree with it the quality of a sound, especially of someone's voice a small electric light that you hold in your hand complete difficult in the direction of someone or something a quality, good or bad, in someone's character to change something completely, usually to improve it
a tolerant attitude I knew by her tone of voice that she was serious. I always carry a torch. a total eclipse of the moon He's had a tough time at work recently. She stood up and walked towards him. a family trait Within weeks they had transformed the area into a beautiful garden. Vandals broke in and trashed the place.
to destroy something a collection of gold, silver, jewellery and valuable objects buried treasure someone who searches for valuable, often buried items such as old coins the activity of searching for valuable, often buried items such as old coins
treasure hunter
All responsible treasure hunters have their own rules. We spend our weekends treasure hunting.
treasure hunting
treat
a special and enjoyable occasion or experience something which you do to try to cure an illness or injury, especially something suggested or done by a doctor an effective way of doing something difficult the number 1 000 000 000 000 to fall because you hit your foot on something when you are moving
She's receiving treatment for a lung infection. What's the trick to pulling out this sofa bed? a tricky question Last year, the world sent five trillion emails. I tripped over that stool.
to increase three times in size or Sales have tripled in the past amount, or to make something do this five years. a metal structure on wheels that is used for carrying things a supermarket trolley If it starts to hurt, then you're problems in trouble. to believe that someone or something is Trust your intuition when you good and will not harm you look at situations. Do you think he was telling the the real facts about a situation truth? honest and not containing or telling any lies a truthful answer an attempt to do something I'll give it a try. to put on a piece of clothing to discover if it fits you or if you like it an extremely large wave from the sea which causes a lot of damage to buildings, etc. on land and is often caused by an earthquake (=sudden movement of the Earth's surface) under the sea a large sea fish, or the meat from this fish a long passage under the ground or through a mountain to change to a different television station two times having all the qualities you expect a particular person, object, place, etc. to have If you are unable to do something, you cannot do it. Why don't you try on the green shirt?
try on
The Asian tsunami of 2004 killed over 200,000 people. a tuna sandwich The train went into the tunnel. Can we turn over? There's something good on Channel 4. I've been there twice.
typical unable
typical German food I was unable to attend. The water contains unacceptable levels of pollution. It's unbelievable how lucky she's been. His face stayed uncovered.
too bad to be allowed to continue extremely bad or good and making you feel surprised not hidden or covered
under
Women spent just under three hours on childcare. The coins were hidden underneath the floorboards. She didn't understand so I explained it again. It's understandable that he's angry. His death was completely unexpected. an unfair system an unfortunate mistake I'd love to come, but unfortunately I have to work. a French course book with ten units It's unlikely that I'll be able to come to the party.
underneath understand
understandable
under something to know the meaning of something that someone says An understandable feeling or action is one that you would expect in that particular situation. Something that is unexpected surprises you because you did not know it was going to happen. not treating people in an equal way bad and causing problems used to say that you wish something was not true or that something had not happened a single, complete thing that may be part of a larger thing not expected to happen
unplug unpopular
to stop a piece of electrical equipment being connected to an electricity supply by pulling its plug (=object with pins) Unplug the charger when out of the wall you're not using it. disliked by most people an unpopular idea For a while I couldn't believe Something that is unreal seems so she was dead - it all seemed strange that it is difficult to believe. unreal. not thinking about what is likely to She has a totally unrealistic happen or what you can really do view of life. the way your parents treat you when a middle-class/religious you are growing up upbringing to make someone feel sad or worried modern, and using the most recent knowledge towards a higher place very important and needing you to take action immediately I didn't mean to upset you. All the information is up-todate and free. Fire moves upwards.
an urgent message The specific software is also usable in other areas of that can be used research. I'm used to driving on the left familiar with something or someone now. If something is useless, it does not work This umbrella's useless well or it has no effect. there's a big hole in it. an area of low land between hills or They have a cottage in the mountains valley. Valuable objects could be sold for a lot valuable paintings and of money. antiques how much money something could be The new road has affected the sold for value of these houses. a container that you put flowers in I put the roses in a vase.
vehicle venture
something such as a car or bus that takes people from one place to another, How many vehicles do you especially using roads own? a new activity that may not be successful a business venture a place where a sports game, musical performance, or special event happens This is a great venue for a party. Could you tell me your views on that, please?
venue view
your opinion using computer images and sounds that make you think an imagined situation is real a virtual art gallery The film has some powerful relating to seeing visual effects. Tourism is vital to the necessary country's economy. one of a group of natural substances in food that you need to be healthy the sounds that you make when you speak or sing when a volcano lets out a large amount of dust someone who does work without being paid, especially work that involves helping people to choose someone or something in an election or meeting by writing a cross on an official piece of paper or putting your hand up getting pleasure from watching other people's private lives If a dog wags its tail, it moves it from side to side.
Oranges are full of vitamin C. I could hear voices in the next room. volcanic ash/activity/rock
volunteer
Who will vote against the new laws? I find social networking very voyeuristic. The dog wagged its tail excitedly. I've been wanting to speak to to hope to have or do something you. to tell someone that something bad may I warned you that it would be happen in the future, so that they can cold but you still wouldn't prevent it wear a coat. to use too much of something or use I find myself wasting a lot of something badly time on Facebook. clothes that do not allow water to go Make sure you wear your through waterproofs. You don't know the wealth of the person you are talking to. a wealthy businessman/nation
rich a part of a website that can be read on a computer screen He has his own web page. an official ceremony at which a man and We're going to a wedding on a woman get married Saturday. how heavy someone or something is healthy He's lost weight recently. You're looking well.
well-known whatever
wheel
whenever
a circular object fixed under a vehicle so My bike needs a new front that it moves smoothly over the ground wheel. Pick fruit from bushes and trees whenever you walk every time or at any time anywhere. His parents were rich, whereas mine had to struggle. I've got that essay to write, which I think is going to be a bit tricky. While I was at university, I met my future husband. whisper something Do you know about him: the guy who was banned from athletics? She has been a widow for many years.
whereas
compared with the fact that used to give more information about something during the time that to speak very quietly so that other people cannot hear used to give more information about someone a woman whose husband has died a system for connecting electronic equipment such as computers and electronic organisers to the Internet without using wires
who widow
wi-fi
wildlife win
animals, birds, and plants living in their natural environment a wildlife park to get the most points or succeed in a competition, fight or war I want to win at all costs. a space in the wall of a building or car that has glass in it, used for letting light and air inside and for looking through a part of a large building that is joined to the side of the main part a long, thin piece of metal thread, usually covered in plastic, that carries electricity less than a particular distance from something to see something happen, especially an accident or crime an adult female person a group of letters or sounds that mean something If a machine or piece of equipment works, it is not broken. to end in a successful way the place where you work
window wing
Open the window if you're too hot. Their offices are in the West wing.
wire within witness woman word work (verb) work out workplace
electrical wires She was born within 20 miles of New York. Have you ever witnessed a crime? a 30-year-old woman 'Hund' is the German word for 'dog'. The washing machine's not working. I wanted to study, but it didn't work out. We are trying to get rid of bullying in the workplace.
to think about problems or bad things that might happen making you feel anxious
the value in money of something If you would rather do something, you would ('d) rather ... would prefer to do that thing. used to refer back to a time in the past from a point of view in the future to cover something or someone with paper, cloth, etc
The thing that worries me is how it started. a worrying situation They caused thousands of pounds worth of damage. I'd rather watch documentaries. It would have been better to bring our map. to wrap a present The explosion wrecked several cars and damaged nearby buildings. I hurt my wrist playing tennis. It's the wrong size. It hasn't come out yet. You know, like, I didn't really prepare or practise. Yours faithfully, David Watson. I envy him his youth.
you know
to destroy something completely the part of your body between your hand and your arm not suitable now or as early as this time used to make sure someone understands which person or thing you are talking about used to end a formal letter to someone whose name you do not know the quality of being young
unit
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spanish
un poco algo / un poco mucho abreviatura
UNIT 03
habilidad
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UNIT 12
UNIT 06
acceso
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complemento
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accidente
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actuar acto
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accin activo
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actividad
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poner un anuncio
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despus de
una y otra vez contra agencia acordar / aceptar propsito / objetivo prender fuego / incendiar parecido
UNIT 12
todo
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cantidad amplificador
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analizar
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anarqua
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etctera, etctera
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enfadado
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acercarse
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aproximadamente acuario
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discutir
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discusin
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ms o menos
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arrestar arrogante
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artculo tanto ... como adems de / aparte de (put/ set aside) reservar / apartar aspecto agresin ayudar
UNIT 09
UNIT 03
UNIT 03 UNIT 01
UNIT 01
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ataque asistir
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UNIT 10
pblico
prueba / audicin escritor / autor autobiografa normal / tpico / medio eludir premio darse cuenta de de vuelta/ de nuevo
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ganga basarse en
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cesta
pila / batera ser capaz de se supone que se supone que espera un momento
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porque
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UNIT 06 UNIT 10
UNIT 02
blog
UNIT 09 UNIT 09
UNIT 03
UNIT 11
alardear / jactarse
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molestar fondo
intercambiar ideas flamante valiente / valeroso valenta fracturar / romper averiarse entrar a robar
UNIT 12
folleto
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echar un vistazo
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magulladura
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presupuesto
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reventarse arbusto
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pero carnicero
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botn subidn
UNIT 01
por
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UNIT 07
jaula
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caracterstico gris marengo acusar organizacin benfica encanto encantador grfico charla / conversacin
UNIT 13 UNIT 06 UNIT 08 UNIT 11 UNIT 10 UNIT 08 UNIT 14 UNIT 11 UNIT 12 UNIT 06 UNIT 07 UNIT 02 UNIT 08 UNIT 01 UNIT 06 UNIT 12 UNIT 12 UNIT 03
barato comprobar cmoda cuidado de los nios desportillarse / saltarse un trozo eleccin elegir tarea / faena coreografiar tobogn / rampa pretender / asegurar clarificar limpiar inteligente hacer clic en escalador / alpinista escalar sujetarse
UNIT 04 UNIT 08
UNIT 03
cucaracha
UNIT 08
cdigo
UNIT 05
coincidencia
UNIT 09
UNIT 09
UNIT 04 UNIT 03
UNIT 13
UNIT 13
comodidad
UNIT 03
comunicar
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quejarse
UNIT 10 UNIT 01
UNIT 14 UNIT 08 UNIT 03 UNIT 08 UNIT 11 UNIT 07 UNIT 03 UNIT 10 UNIT 09 UNIT 06 UNIT 02
juego de ordenador concentrarse en concepto condiciones / estado portarse seguridad en s mismo tener la seguridad de que confirmar conflicto confuso / enredado conectar
UNIT 06
conexin ser consciente de algo consecuencia plantearse constantemente asesor / consultor contacto contener
UNIT 11
continente
UNIT 03
cooperar
UNIT 04
coordinacin
UNIT 12 UNIT 10
rajarse chocar animal equipo / personal / tripulacin delito delincuente / criminal crtico criticar crtica
UNIT 12
UNIT 01 UNIT 14
cultura actual
UNIT 11
cojn
UNIT 11 UNIT 05
UNIT 14
restos / escombros
UNIT 02
decisin
UNIT 12
pronunciar
UNIT 14 UNIT 10
demgrafo abollar
UNIT 06
sala de embarque
UNIT 11 UNIT 07
depender de describir
UNIT 09 UNIT 03
desarrollar creacin
UNIT 11
UNIT 09 UNIT 02
desacuerdo desaparecer
UNIT 01
decepcionado
UNIT 07
UNIT 14
UNIT 07 UNIT 14
disciplina descubrimiento
UNIT 06 UNIT 10
UNIT 02
perjudicial
UNIT 03
duda
UNIT 13 UNIT 06
cada arrastrar
UNIT 06 UNIT 14
radicalmente terrible
UNIT 03 UNIT 04
UNIT 09
electricista
UNIT 13
elegancia
UNIT 04 UNIT 02
UNIT 13
adoptar / asumir
UNIT 14 UNIT 03
emitir emocin
UNIT 03
identificarse
UNIT 09 UNIT 10
UNIT 11 UNIT 03
animar acabar
UNIT 14
mejora
UNIT 12 UNIT 14
UNIT 01
espectculo
UNIT 14
entusiasta
UNIT 03
empresario
UNIT 14
calcular
UNIT 14
evacuar
UNIT 01
evaluar
UNIT 06
acontecimiento
UNIT 03
entusiasmado
UNIT 14 UNIT 14
UNIT 12
tener experiencia
UNIT 06 UNIT 11
experimento explicar
UNIT 04 UNIT 12
explicacin explotar
UNIT 06 UNIT 02 UNIT 13 UNIT 03 UNIT 01 UNIT 06 UNIT 02 UNIT 03 UNIT 09 UNIT 10
explorar expresin exquisito amplio / extenso extremo hacer frente a facial facilidad con hecho desteirse
UNIT 10
justo
UNIT 07
UNIT 04 UNIT 14
UNIT 01 UNIT 05
UNIT 04 UNIT 12
culpa favor nuestras amigas las aves figurar / aparecer en parecer que / opinar sensacin / impresin campo implacablemente fogoso / exaltado cifras pelcula
UNIT 07 UNIT 01
UNIT 14
coche de bomberos
UNIT 13 UNIT 04
rotafolio inundar
UNIT 08
sendero
UNIT 11 UNIT 14
paso calzado
obligar incendio forestal olvidar formal / oficial fortificacin por suerte gratis
libertad frecuente aire fresco amigo amistad susto de vez en cuando parte delantera / fachada
UNIT 06
fruta
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fundamentalmente raro
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ms / otro
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sexo
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gen
UNIT 02
generacin
UNIT 14
ingeniera gentica
UNIT 14
ingeniera gentica
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genio entender / caer en la cuenta volver a ponerse en contacto apearse montarse llevarse (bien, mal) reponerse quitarse de encima poder con uno acostumbrarse regalar
UNIT 06
dejar de
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UNIT 01
adelante quebrar (una empresa, etc.) cortarse / descargarse decidirse por pararse / apagarse seguir dale que dale objetivo carpa dorada chismorreo chismorrear agarrar paulatinamente
UNIT 13 UNIT 05 UNIT 14 UNIT 09 UNIT 01 UNIT 03 UNIT 07 UNIT 11 UNIT 11 UNIT 06 UNIT 08
UNIT 12
grfico
UNIT 14 UNIT 07
culpable tipo / to
UNIT 01
hbito
UNIT 02
manual
UNIT 09 UNIT 01
dao duro probar a ver fijarse tener unas palabras con tener que
cabeza de cabeza titular gimnasio enterarse de corazn calefaccin ayudar til lnea de atencin telefnica aqu
UNIT 06 UNIT 12
UNIT 13
UNIT 08
UNIT 10
lleno de vida
UNIT 08 UNIT 08
hospitalario hospitalidad horario Y si? /Qu tal si? sin embargo inmenso huracn sper secreto Qu te apuestas a que?
UNIT 08
UNIT 06 UNIT 04
UNIT 01
idealista
gemelos idnticos identificar pasar de alguien / hacer caso omiso ilegal inmediatamente
UNIT 03
impresionante
UNIT 13 UNIT 07
UNIT 06
por si acaso
UNIT 12
de verdad
UNIT 07
independencia
UNIT 01 UNIT 14
individuo sector
UNIT 01 UNIT 03
influir influyente
UNIT 01 UNIT 02
insistir inspector
UNIT 13
UNIT 06 UNIT 08
UNIT 12 UNIT 03
UNIT 05
interpretar
UNIT 14
interrumpir
UNIT 11 UNIT 01
UNIT 02
intranet
UNIT 14
invertir
UNIT 14
investigar
UNIT 11
celoso
trabajo que hace footing hacerse socio cuenta conjunta broma / chiste revista
UNIT 10 UNIT 10
juez judicial
UNIT 12
judo
UNIT 10 UNIT 09
jurado justificar
UNIT 14
secuestrar
UNIT 14
secuestrador
UNIT 12 UNIT 13
tipo de amabilidad
UNIT 04 UNIT 04
tirar saber
UNIT 12 UNIT 11
conocimiento laboratorio
UNIT 13 UNIT 14
monumento terrateniente
UNIT 09 UNIT 13
UNIT 09
clase magistral
UNIT 12 UNIT 02
legal menos
UNIT 12 UNIT 11 UNIT 11 UNIT 08 UNIT 08 UNIT 09 UNIT 08 UNIT 05 UNIT 02 UNIT 13 UNIT 03 UNIT 06 UNIT 07 UNIT 05
permitir mentiroso mentira estilo de vida llevar (en coche) luz / lmpara animarse rayo / relmpago lo ms probable es que lmite vnculo vivir lagarto quedarse fuera sin llaves dejar fuera sin llaves inquilino
UNIT 05 UNIT 09
UNIT 05 UNIT 06
UNIT 08
objetos perdidos
UNIT 12
fiel / leal
UNIT 04 UNIT 07
UNIT 01
revista
UNIT 11
inventarse conseguir administrar manipular manual mapa ligeramente investigador de mercados marketing / mercadotecnia to / colega
UNIT 06
UNIT 03 UNIT 13
UNIT 09
reunin
UNIT 12
derretir
UNIT 13 UNIT 03
UNIT 02
pasar el rato
UNIT 12 UNIT 03 UNIT 09 UNIT 13 UNIT 12 UNIT 12 UNIT 12 UNIT 07 UNIT 13 UNIT 06 UNIT 10 UNIT 06 UNIT 04 UNIT 03 UNIT 01 UNIT 06 UNIT 07 UNIT 03 UNIT 14 UNIT 13 UNIT 10
detector de metales de mediana edad comadrona militar importar / molestar menor minuto abatido fallo malinterpretar / entender mal protestar / quejarse telfono mvil momento dinero atmsfera / clima hipoteca movimiento motivacin automovilista tmulo instalarse / mudarse
UNIT 12 UNIT 07 UNIT 03 UNIT 01 UNIT 07 UNIT 12 UNIT 06 UNIT 07 UNIT 14 UNIT 09 UNIT 08 UNIT 09 UNIT 04
proceder / pasar al punto siguiente movimiento mltiple asesinato a m mismo desagradable navegacin casi necesidad negociar barrio ni ni nervioso
noticias presentador / locutor majo / bueno vida nocturna pesadilla asentir con la cabeza
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UNIT 04
UNIT 09
UNIT 07
no del todo
UNIT 08 UNIT 12
UNIT 07
a fin de cuentas
UNIT 02 UNIT 12
de guardia en llamas
UNIT 07 UNIT 02
UNIT 03 UNIT 03
oportunidad optimista
UNIT 01
organizacin
UNIT 10
original
UNIT 06 UNIT 08
actitud exterior
UNIT 02
forastero
UNIT 10 UNIT 11
sin rodeos ms de
UNIT 01 UNIT 12
UNIT 13
UNIT 03
UNIT 11 UNIT 07
abuso de propietario
UNIT 04
paquete
UNIT 04 UNIT 08
doloroso palma
UNIT 06
panel
UNIT 09
UNIT 14
parlamento
UNIT 13
transente
UNIT 03
apasionado
UNIT 03 UNIT 10
actuar periodo
UNIT 07 UNIT 03
filosofa fsico
UNIT 06
recoger
UNIT 13
pintoresco
UNIT 04
pila
sonar caera sitio liso plan hacer de las suyas placer en abundancia argumento
UNIT 06
enchufar
UNIT 02 UNIT 12
sentido veneno
UNIT 14
polica
UNIT 01
poltico
UNIT 01 UNIT 06
preferencia regalo
UNIT 12
presentacin
UNIT 07
director
UNIT 02 UNIT 02
probablemente problema
UNIT 13 UNIT 01
beneficio programa
UNIT 13
proyector
UNIT 11
pronombre
UNIT 09
propiedad
UNIT 11
proteger
UNIT 10
orgulloso
UNIT 10
probar / demostrar
UNIT 14
proporcionar
UNIT 02
psiquiatra
UNIT 07
psiclogos
UNIT 03
publicar
UNIT 03
pregunta
UNIT 09
llegar a un arreglo
UNIT 10
reconocer
UNIT 01
recomendar
UNIT 12
contratar
UNIT 04
volver a pintar
UNIT 03 UNIT 01
reflejar reconfortante
UNIT 13 UNIT 12
arrepentirse ensayar
UNIT 07
rechazo
UNIT 02
relacin
UNIT 02
relajarse
UNIT 05
hacer recordar
UNIT 08 UNIT 09
UNIT 10 UNIT 09
sustituto representar
UNIT 09
respeto
UNIT 02
responder
UNIT 03
responsabilidad
UNIT 05
reunin
UNIT 14
revelar
UNIT 11
revocar
UNIT 01
crtica / resea
UNIT 14
reanimar
UNIT 06
recompensa
UNIT 03
grupo de rock
UNIT 09
lista de turnos
UNIT 02
ruta
UNIT 05 UNIT 04
agotarse atropellar
UNIT 13
santo
UNIT 06
sueldo
UNIT 11 UNIT 06
mismo muestra
UNIT 11
chillar
UNIT 02
parecer elegir / seleccionar de alto rango sensacin sentido sentido sensato sensible sargento
UNIT 01
serie
UNIT 10 UNIT 13
servicio montar
UNIT 11
sentar cabeza Auxiliar de futuro de 1 persona del singular y del plural (yo, nosotros) pena afilado impresin gritar
UNIT 01
mostrar
UNIT 07
fanfarrn
UNIT 08
lado
UNIT 06
seal
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considerable silencioso
UNIT 07
parecido
UNIT 03
UNIT 06 UNIT 04
UNIT 12
sociable
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UNIT 02
alternar
UNIT 07
sociedad
UNIT 01
alguien
UNIT 03
especializar
UNIT 08 UNIT 13
especialista discurso
UNIT 13
portavoz
UNIT 03 UNIT 13
participacin puestero
UNIT 11
estado
UNIT 13 UNIT 08
UNIT 13 UNIT 04
UNIT 11 UNIT 14
UNIT 14
relato
UNIT 07
extrao
UNIT 03 UNIT 04
correa estresado
UNIT 14 UNIT 08
estricnina atascado
UNIT 14
estudio
UNIT 12
escenas peligrosas
doble estilo tema bajar / decrecer sutil tener xito xito exitoso / prspero tan
UNIT 07 UNIT 03
UNIT 03
resumen
UNIT 10
supervisor
UNIT 05 UNIT 13
sorpresa rodear
UNIT 02 UNIT 06
UNIT 01
sndrome
UNIT 06
sistema
tabla cola / rabo relevar / hacerse cargo participar tener lugar / celebrarse talento charla convencer grifo
UNIT 03
cinta
UNIT 08 UNIT 10
UNIT 06
tcnico
UNIT 06
tcnico
UNIT 09
tcnica
UNIT 13 UNIT 01
agradecer apocalipsis
UNIT 01
aunque
UNIT 03
opinin
UNIT 10 UNIT 08
atento tirar
UNIT 08 UNIT 06
ordenar ficha
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poca tiempo libre que lleva mucho tiempo imperecedero consejo agotador a decir verdad a decir verdad juntos a la vez
UNIT 12
UNIT 12
buscar tesoros
UNIT 06
gustos / placeres
UNIT 09
probarse
UNIT 04 UNIT 11
UNIT 10 UNIT 03
tpica incapaz de
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menos de
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debajo de entender
UNIT 10
comprensible
UNIT 06 UNIT 08
desenchufar impopular
UNIT 12 UNIT 03
UNIT 14 UNIT 12
UNIT 06
voluntario
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conocido cualquier
UNIT 03
rueda
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siempre que
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mientras que
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UNIT 09 UNIT 01
ventana ala
cable dentro de ser testigo de / presenciar mujer palabra funcionar salir (bien, mal, etc.) lugar de trabajo
UNIT 13 UNIT 12
habra envolver
UNIT 12
ya sabes
UNIT 10 UNIT 07
Atentamente, juventud