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bubble chart /ˈbʌb(ə)l ʧɑː(r)t/ noun
a bubble chart is a kind of diagram that helps us
compare groups as each one is shown is in a different
size bubble (circle) to represent the the size of the group
Read the information and then make a bubble chart
to show how many people of each age group live in
the city.
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metropolis /məˈtrɒpəlɪs/ noun
metropolis is a synonym for large city
a vast metropolis
Tokyo is probably the largest metropolis in the world.
gathering /ˈɡæðərɪŋ/ noun
a gathering means a party or a meeting
a family gathering, a social gathering
We are going to have a big gathering in the garden
for my parents’ wedding anniversary.
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temporary /ˈtemp(ə)rəri/ adjective
something that is temporary only lasts for a short
time; opposite to permanent
a temporary arrangement
I’m staying at my aunt’s house, but it’s only
temporary until I find a place of my own.
needs are met /ˈniːdz ɑː(r) ˈmet/ phrase
if you say your needs are met, this is the passive
form of the phrase meet your needs, you mean that
you are provided with the things you need, such as
food, water and shelter
During the disaster, the government wasn’t able to
meet our needs.
treat /triːt/ verb
if you treat someone, you give them medical care
treat someone for an illness or condition
After the accident Sally was treated for a broken arm
and shock.
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welfare /ˈwelfeə(r)/ noun
welfare is support provided by a government or
organization to help people financially, socially or
medically
After Abdul lost his job, the family had to rely on
welfare payments.
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feel at home /fiːl ət ˈhəʊm/ phrase
if you say you feel at home, you mean that you feel
relaxed and comfortable in a place or situation
I lived in Shanghai for four years, but I never really
felt at home – I prefer small towns.
saying /ˈseɪɪŋ/ noun
a saying means a phrase; usually a well-known
expression which gives advice about life, such as
‘Actions speak louder than words’
My brother’s favourite saying is ‘Don’t worry, be
happy.’
chilli /ˈtʃɪli/ noun
a chilli is a type of pepper, usually small and hot,
which is used to make food spicy
This recipe says fifteen green chillies! Do you think
it’s a mistake?
put into practice /pʊt ˈɪntə ˈpræktɪs/ phrase
if you say that you put something into practice, you
mean that you use or apply your knowledge of it
put something into practice
It’s only after you pass your test that you can really
put your driving skills into practice
live by myself /ˈlɪv baɪ maɪˈself/ phrase
if you say that you live by yourself, you mean that
you live alone
I like living by myself because I can do whatever I like.
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suburb /ˈsʌbɜː(r)b/ noun
a suburb is an area around the edge of a town or
city where people live
Olga grew up in a suburb on the edge of Moscow.
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chain store /ˈtʃeɪn stɔː(r)/ noun
a chain store is one of a number of stores owned by
the same company
Leah prefers small independent shops to chain stores.
harbour /ˈhɑː(r)bə(r)/ noun
a harbour is a sheltered area on a sea coast where
boats stay when they are not at sea
There was a lighthouse at the harbour entrance.
hostel /ˈhɒst(ə)l/ noun
a hostel is a cheap basic hotel often used by
students
youth hostel
monument /ˈmɒnjʊmənt/ noun
a monument is a structure, such as a statue or
building, which was built to remember a famous
person or important event
a monument to someone or something
There’s a lot of disagreement nowadays about which
historical figures should have monuments.
shopping mall /ˈʃɒpɪŋ mɔːl/ noun
a shopping mall is a very large building that
contains a lot of shops, restaurants, cinemas etc.
My American friend used to buy things at the
shopping mall every day.
stall /stɔːl/ noun
a stall is a small shop – often just a table – in a
market
market stall, stall holder
Our charity group runs a stall in the market on
Saturdays.
backpacker /ˈbækˌpækə(r)/ noun
a backpacker is someone travelling around from
place to place carrying their luggage in a backpack
to go backpacking
Marty spent a year as a backpacker between school
and university.
it comes alive /ɪt kʌmz əˈlaɪv/ phrase
if you say that a place comes alive at a certain time,
you mean that it becomes more lively and interesting
at that time.
Serena lives in a seaside town which is a bit boring
most of the time, but it comes alive in the summer.
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historic monument /hɪsˈtɒrɪk ˈmɒnjʊmənt/ noun
a historic monument is an ancient building rather
than a commemorative structure like on page 76
Petra is famous for its historic monuments.
nap /næp/ noun
a nap is a short sleep during the daytime
take a nap, have a nap
In some countries nearly everyone takes an afternoon
nap, especially if it’s very hot.
roof terrace /ruːf ˈterəs/ noun
a roof terrace is an outdoor area or garden on top
of a building, in warm countries these areas are
sometimes used as bars
There was a lovely roof terrace on the top of the
hotel.
it’s a pity /ɪts ə ˈpɪti/ phrase
if you say that it’s a pity, you mean that you are
disappointed about something
it is/was (such) a pity that...
It’s such a pity the exhibition will finish before you
arrive in London.
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make sense /meɪk ˈsens/ phrase
if you say that something makes sense, you mean
that it is easy to understand and logical
I’m sorry, I’ve read your essay three times, but it just
doesn’t make sense.
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