+300 English Words and Expressions

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+300 ENGLISH WORDS 

AND EXPRESSIONS
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INTRODUCTION
This book is designed for learners at the Pre-intermediate level
and above who are looking to expand their vocabulary and improve
their language skills.
At the Pre-intermediate level, learners often find themselves in a

transition phase, moving beyond basic vocabulary and grammar
structures to more complex language skills. This book is tailored to
meet the needs of learners at this stage, offering a bridge to higher
proficiency levels while also catering to those who are already at an
Intermediate level but want to further enrich their vocabulary.
In this book, you will find 15 up to date vocabulary blocks related to

everyday life, work, travel, hobbies, money, and more. Each word or
expression is accompanied by pictures or definitions and practical
exercises to help you to memorize and use the new vocabulary
effectively.
Let’s dive right in!
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1 KITCHEN 04
2 BATHROOM & PERSONAL HYGIENE 07
3 PERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS 12
4 EMOTIONS & FEELINGS 18
5 HABITS & HOBBIES 20
6 PEOPLE 25
7 CLOTHING 29
8 MOVIES & SHOWS 32
9 SCHOOL & EXAMS 36
10 WORK & OFFICE 39
11 MONEY 42
12 HEALTH & DOCTOR VISITS 46
13 TEXTING & SOCIAL MEDIA ABBREVIATIONSVISITS 49
14 SOCIAL MEDIA 53
15 TIME 58
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1 KITCHEN
Let’s learn a list of popular items you can find in a kitchen  
and useful verbs to use while cooking. Look from top to bottom —
the word, the part of speech, the picture.
LIST OF NOUNS
counter / countertop frying pan strainer
cutting board cabinet pantry
whisk garnish air fryer
LIST OF VERBS
to whisk to whip up (a meal) to slice to dice

to beat eggs to cook something to cut in flat,  to cut into 
or cream quickly thin pieces cubes
to mince to knead dough to fry to roast

to cut into  to press a bread  to cook food  to cook in 
small pieces mixture in hot oil an oven
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to steam to season to simmer to boil

to soften food  to add salt, to cook in to cook 
with steam water pepper, or herbs below a boil in boiling
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KITCHEN EXERCISES
Start with the image-matching exercise. Then try one or more  
of the other exercises.
Exercise 1
Match the words with the pictures. Use a pen or a pencil to draw  
a line from the pictures to the correct words.
counter / countertop (noun)
frying pan (noun)
strainer (noun)
cutting board (noun)
cabinet (noun)
pantry (noun)
garnish (noun)
air fryer (noun)
whisk (noun)
To whisk (verb)
To whip up (a meal) (verb)
To slice (verb)
To dice (verb)
To mince (verb)
<100℃
To knead dough (verb)
To fry (verb)
To roast (verb)
To simmer (verb)
To boil (verb)
To steam (verb)
To season (verb)
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Exercise 2
Fill in the blanks with the given nouns and verbs. Verbs are already
given in their correct form (whisk - whisked). Check the KEY at the
end of the book to see the correct answer.
Nouns: whisk, strainer, counter, air fryer, garnish, frying pan,

cutting board, cabinet, pantry
1 Please don’t leave butter on the _________, our cat throws  
everything off it.
2 Can you hand me the ___________ from the kitchen cabinet?  

I want to fry some eggs.
3 Use a __________ to beat the eggs for the omelet.
4 The __________ will help remove all the water from boiled pasta.
5 Remember to wash the ______________after slicing the vegetables.
6 Let's organize the cups and plates in the ___________ by size.
7 We need more flour for the cake, check if it's in the ___________.
8 My mom uses an _____________ to make healthier french fries.
9 Add some fresh herbs as a _________ for a pop of color on the dish.
Verbs: season, whisked, sliced, diced, to roast, frying, to boil,  

to knead, mince, whip up, simmer, steam
1 She ________ the eggs until they were fluffy.
2 I can ________ a delicious dessert in no time.
3 He carefully ________ the tomatoes for the salad.
4 The chef ________ the onions before adding them to the so up.
5 Please ________ the garlic cloves finely for the sauce.
6 You need _______ the dough for at least five minutes to make it
elastic.
7 My mom likes ________ chicken wings until they are crispy.
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8 We decided ________ the turkey for Thanksgiving dinner.
9 Let the stew ________ on low heat for an hour to develop flavors.
10 It takes about ten minutes ________ water for pasta.
11 _______ the vegetables for about five minutes until they are tender.
12 Remember you should ________ the dish with salt and pepper
before serving.
2 BATHROOM & PERSONAL  

HYGIENE
Let’s learn a list of popular items you can find in the bathroom and
useful verbs to use while taking care of your face and body. Look
from top to bottom — the word, the part of speech, the picture.
LIST OF NOUNS
comb nail file loofah bath bomb
floss feminine  skincare routine washcloth

hygiene products a process of taking care of a cloth used to
items women use  your skin (washing it, wash your body or
for their menses applying some cream) clean surfaces
medicine  drain shower head suds

cabinet where the fixture for soapy water, 
a cabinet on a water leaves the spraying water foam
bathroom wall for sink or bathtub
medicine and
small items
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LIST OF VERBS
to floss to freshen up to gargle

to clean (the teeth) to refresh oneself to wash or rinse
with dental floss by washing the throat
to exfoliate to lather to moisturize

to remove dead to put soap foam to add moisture
skin or shaving all over your skin to skin
cream before shaving
to do  to trim facial hair to do a face mask

(one’s) hair to shape your beard to apply a face mask
to style one’s hair
BATHROOM & PERSONAL HYGIENE EXERCISES
There are 2 exercises to help you practice, start with the image-
matching exercise, then move on to the next one to fill in the blanks.
Exercise 1
comb (noun)
shower head (noun)
medicine cabinet (noun)
loofah (noun)
washcloth (noun)
To lather (verb)
floss (noun)
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To floss (verb)
To moisturize (verb)
To do (one’s) hair (verb)
drain (noun)
To do a face mask (verb)
skincare routine (noun)
bath bomb (noun)
suds (noun plural)
To freshen up (verb)
To exfoliate (verb)
To trim facial hair (verb)
feminine hygiene products
To gargle (verb)
nail file (noun)
Exercise 2
Fill in the blanks with the given nouns and verbs. Verbs are
already given in their correct form. Check the KEY at the end of
the book to see the correct answers.
Nouns: medicine cabinet, drain, bath bomb, skincare routine, washcloth,
shower head, suds, nail file, loofah, floss, feminine hygiene products, comb
1 Please grab the _________ and use it to brush your hair after you
take a shower.
2 You can use the __________ to shape your nails if they become 
too long.
3 Remember to exfoliate your skin with the __________ when you're

in the bath or shower.
4 I love using a ___________ to make my bath water smell good and

feel soft on my skin.
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5 Don't forget to use __________ before bed for a healthy smile.
6 There are many different ___________ women can use when it is

that time of the month.
7 A good ____________ involves washing your face and moisturizing

your skin.
8 Be sure to have a clean __________ in the bathroom when you want

to clean your face or body.
9 You can keep your medications and creams in your _____________

in the bathroom.
10 If your sink or shower is clogged, you may need to use a

__________ cleaner.
11 The _____________ is where the water comes out when you take  
a shower.
12 Make sure to use enough soap to create _________ while washing

your hands.
Verbs: to do (one’s) hair, to lather, moisturize, to trim facial hair, to do

a face mask, to floss, to freshen up, to gargle, to exfoliate
1 After brushing your teeth, don't forget __________! Teeth hygiene
is very important.
2 I like ______________ after a long day by taking a shower and

changing into clean clothes.
3 My mom always tells me _________ with mouthwash to keep my

breath fresh.
4 It's important _________ your skin regularly with a loofah or a

washcloth to get rid of dead cells.
5 Before shaving, make sure ________ your face with shaving cream.
6 I always ________ after washing my face to keep my skin soft and

hydrated.
7 It takes me about 30 minutes ________ in the morning.
8 My brother likes ___________ every week so it stays neat and tidy.
9 After a busy week, I like ________ to relax and take care of my skin.
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3 PERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS
Let’s learn a list of popular nouns you can use in friendships  
and relationships, and verbs to express being comfortable  
or uncomfortable with someone. Look from top to bottom —  
the word, the part of speech, the picture.
LIST OF NOUNS AND ADJECTIVES
ex- (prefix) — a former spouse or partner in

a long-term romantic relationship; ex-wife,
ex-husband, or ex-lover
...-in-law — an in-law is someone who is a

relative because of marriage, like your
husband's sister = sister-in-law or your
wife's father = father-in-law
quality time (noun) — if people spend quality

time together, they spend a period of time
relaxing or doing things that they both enjoy
boundaries (noun, plural) — the limits and

rules we set for ourselves within
relationships (for example: saying “No”)
affectionate (adj) — characterized by

affection or love; tender, warmly attached,
loving
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clingy (adj) — someone who becomes very
attached to another person and who
depends on them too much, a needy person
inseparable (adj) — unable to be separated,

can be used with friends, romantic partners,
siblings
unrequited (love) (adj) — refers to having

romantic feelings for someone who doesn't
feel the same way
LIST OF VERBS
to make up with — to make peace after a

fight, to end an argument and be on good
terms again
to have a falling out with someone —  

to quarrel, to have an argument with
someone
to be on good/bad terms with someone —

used to describe the type of relationship you
have with someone; good or bad
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to be blunt — to say something in a straight-
forward way, to be candid, frank or
outspoken
to be in one’s corner — if I am in your

corner, I am supporting you and helping you
to stab someone in the back —  

to do something harmful to someone who
trusted you
to cross the line — to start to behave in a

way that is not socially acceptable
to be possessive — to be selfish about

wanting all of another person’s love and
attention
to have one’s back — to be ready to protect

or defend someone
to be cordial — to be friendly and sincere,

but not overly close, polite, or nice
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to reciprocate (feelings) — to share the
same feelings as someone else, feelings of
love and affection
to hit it off — when two people like each

other and become friendly as soon as  
they meet
PERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS EXERCISES
There are 2 exercises to help you practice. Start with the multiple
choice exercises, then move on to the next one to fill in the blanks.
Exercise 1
Read each question or statement, then choose the letter that
correctly matches the meaning of the phrase or that correctly
answers the question.
1 You have an argument and stop being friendly with someone.

a. You have a falling out c. You are crazy about
with someone someone
b. You are on bad terms d. You have a feeling
with someone towards someone
2 What do you call someone who is needy or who constantly seeks

attention, reassurance, and validation from their partner or friends?
a. Affectionate c. Loving
b. Clingy d. Nice
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3 What do you call a person who is related to you by marriage?
a. Ex- c. ... -in-law

b. Friend d. Partner
4 You say something in a straight-forward way to someone.
a. You are blunt c. You are classy

b. You made up with d. You are clingy
someone
5 - It’s not my job to heal others and change myself to your liking.
- Wow, you set a lot of rules!

a. Quality time c. Rules
b. Boundaries d. Interests
6 When you support and help someone.
a. You are in their corner c. You are in one’s head

b. You stabbed someone d. You are in their zone
in the back
7 What do you call the type of love when you’re having romantic
feelings for someone, but they don’t feel the same way?
a. Unrequited love c. True love
b. Inseparable love d. Toxic love
8 After you meet someone and you like each other and become
friendly as soon as you meet.

a. You are together c. You hit it off with them
b. You reciprocated d. You are close
feelings
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9 When someone is selfish about wanting all of another person’s love
and attention.
a. They are possessive c. They are mean
b. They are cordial d. They are crazy
10 When you are ready to protect or defend someone.
a. You cross the road c. You have their back

b. You cross the line d. You have their brain
Exercise 2
Words: affectionate, boundaries, inseparable, unrequited love, to make up

with, had a falling out, on good terms, blunt, in my corner, stabbed her
in the back, to cross the line, possessive, have my back, cordial,
reciprocate, hit it off
1 We used to be best friends, but we ____________ and haven't

spoken in years.
2 M y sister-in-law can be quite _ _________ at times, always hugging

and kissing everyone.
3 They are _____________, best friends who do everything together.
4 H e can be quite __________ and jealous when I spend time with my

friends.
5 I know my best friend will always ___________ no matter what.
6 She had difficulty dealing with ___________ for him for years,
because he never felt the same way as she did.
7 After their argument, they need _________ each other to restore

their friendship.
8 I'm not ____________with my boss after our disagreement about

the project. 17
9 If you show kindness, she will always ___________ in return.
10 They immediately _________ when they met, and have been close
ever since.
11 She's always _______ and straightforward, which can be off-

putting sometimes.
12 I know I can always count on him; he's always _____________.
13 She felt betrayed when her friend _________________ by spreading

rumors about her.
14 He tends _____________ by checking my phone and messages

without permission.
15 It's important to set ____________ in a relationship to ensure

mutual respect and understanding.
16 Despite their differences, they remained __________ and polite to

each other at the party.
4 EMOTIONS & FEELINGS

Let’s learn some popular adjectives you can say about your
emotions and feelings. Look from top to bottom — the word, the
part of speech, the picture.
LIST OF ADJECTIVES
giddy content elated exhilarated

feeling silly, happy, and happy and satisfied proud and joyful very excited 
excited and showing this because of and happy
in your behavior achievement
skeptical zealous nonchalant oblivious

doubting that enthusiastic  behaving in a calm not conscious 
something is true and eager manner of something 
or useful around you
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puzzled vulnerable resentful optimistic
confused because  easily hurt, feeling angry demonstrating 
you don’t understand influenced because you were optimism
something treated unfairly
baffled defensive timid desperate

extremely confused  trying to protect  shy and nervous; frightened and 
or puzzled or justify yourself without much in need of help
confidence
exasperated envious livid passive- 

annoyed, especially jealous extremely angry aggressive
when powerless indirectly 
expressing negative
feelings instead  
of openly saying it
EMOTIONS & FEELINGS EXERCISES
There are 2 exercises to help you practice. Start with the image-
Exercise 1
optimistic
puzzled
exhilarated
resentful
vulnerable
giddy
baffled
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elated
livid
defensive
timid
desperate
skeptical
zealous
Exercise 1
Fill in the blanks with the given adjectives. Check the KEY at the
end of the book to see the correct answers.
Adjectives: desperate, skeptical, zealous, resentful, vulnerable,

optimistic, puzzled, exhilarated, envious, baffled, elated, livid, giddy,
exasperated, passive-aggressive, oblivious, defensive, timid, content,
nonchalant
1 After winning the race, she felt __________and celebrated with her
teammates.
2 He was ________ by the confusing instructions and didn't know

what to do next.
3 Despite the criticism, she remained ___________ about her

chances of success.
4 His ____________attitude towards his brother was obvious after

the argument.
5 She felt _____________ after sharing her fears with her best
friend.
6 The children were so excited and _________ about the upcoming

field trip.
7 She was completely _______ by the complex math problem and

couldn't solve it.
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8 She was ___________ when she received a scholarship for her
studies.
9 He became __________ when he found out that someone had

damaged his car.
10 She became _____________ when asked about her grades, feeling

the need to explain herself.
11 He was ____________ and shy when talking to new people.
12 She felt ___________ to find a job after being unemployed for

several months.
13 Despite the evidence, he remained _________ about the new

product's effectiveness.
14 She was always ___________ about volunteering and helping

others in need.
15 Her ___________________ behavior made it clear that she was

unhappy with the decision.
16 He seemed completely ____________ to the fact that his words had

hurt her feelings.
17 She felt ______________ after waiting for hours in the long line at
the store.
18 He appeared _____________ about his upcoming exam, as if he

didn't care about it at all.
19 After receiving a promotion at work, she felt ________ with her

career progress.
20 When her friend got a promotion and a new car, she couldn't help
but feel __________ of her friend’s success.
5 HABITS & HOBBIES

Let’s learn some popular adjectives you can say about your habits
and hobbies. Look from top to bottom — the word, the part of
speech, the picture.
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LIST OF NOUNS AND VERBS
to take up to dabble in to pursue to immerse 

to start doing a to try a particular try to do it or oneself in
particular job  activity for a short achieve it, usually to become 
or activity period of time over a long period completely involved 
of time in something
to hone  to unwind to venture into to carve 

(a skill) to relax
to do something,
out time for
to set aside time in
to sharpen  even though it order to do
your skill involves risks something specific
novice  to embark  to indulge in to have 

(noun) on a ... journey to allow yourself do an eye for
beginner,  to begin doing something that you to be good at noticing 
inexperienced  something enjoy a particular type 
person of thing
to kick a  to be on  to fall back  to fall off

bad habit autopilot (idiom) into old habits to lose interest in 
to give up  doing something something
to go back to
something  without thinking engaging in old
harmful about it habits
to compart-  prowess  to succumb  to be 

mentalize (noun) (to temptation) accountable
divide into discrete great ability or skill not being able to to be responsible 
sections or categories resist something for something
HABITS & HOBBIES EXERCISES
There are 2 exercises to help you practice. Start with the image —
matching exercise, then move on to the next one to fill in the
blanks.
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Exercise 1
to take up (verb)
to dabble in (verb)
to pursue (verb)
to immerse oneself in (verb)
to hone a skill (verb)
to unwind (verb)
to venture into (verb)
to carve out time for (verb)
novice (noun)
to embark on a ... journey (verb)
to indulge in (verb)
to have an eye for (verb)
to kick a bad habit (verb)
to be on autopilot (idiom)
to fall back into old habits (verb)
to fall off (verb)
to compartmentalize (verb)
prowess (noun)
to succumb (verb)
to be accountable (verb)
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Exercise 1
Words: carve out time for, novice , prowess, succumb to temptation,

kick a bad habit, fall back into old habits, falls off, immerse herself
in, hone, unwind, venture into, have an eye for, compartmentalize,
embark on a , ndulge in, accountable, take up, dabble in, pursue
1 I've decided to ___________ sewing dresses and skirts as a new

hobby.
2 She likes to _____________different hobbies, but hasn't mastered

anything yet.
3 He's always wanted to __________ a career in photography.
4 After retirement, she plans to _______________ gardening.
5 He's been working hard to ____________ his cooking skills.
6 Yoga helps her to ___________ after a long day at work.
7 I want to move to Indonesia to ____________ scuba diving and

capture beautiful moments. I know it’s risky, but we only live once.
8 When you have a full-time job and three kids, it's important to
______________ hobbies and relaxation.
9 As a ___________, she's just starting to learn how to play the

guitar.
10 I'm ready to _____________ a fitness journey and get in shape.
11 When I get my first paycheck I’m going to ____________ a shopping

spree.
12 She seems to _______________finding unique antique items, just

yesterday she had another amazing find - a lamp from the 17th
century.
13 Smoking is bad for you! It's not easy to _____________, but it's
worth it.
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14 When we're not learning anything new , we tend to
__________________. That’s how our brain works!
15 My interest in tennis __ __________ every time coach Mike

appears.
16 She learned how to ____________ her work and personal life. After
her friend got divorced, she realized work is important, but so is
family.
17 His ____________ in playing the piano is truly impressive. It is his

gift and no one can take it away from him.
18 It's hard not to ___________________ when there's cake in the

break room.
19 She needs to be more ______________ for her workout routine and

how many times she goes to the gym.
20 I've been painting for over 20 years now, so I'm basically doing it
__________.
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Let’s learn a few adjectives that you can use to describe a person’s
personality and appearance. Look from top to bottom — the word,
the part of speech, the picture.
LIST OF ADJECTIVES
How do you say someone is very beautiful?
good-looking attractive
pleasing or attractive,   attractive, referring to physical
but not extraordinary appearance, charm, or magnetism
gorgeous handsome
strikingly beautiful with strikingly good-looking, often used 
magnificent physical features to describe a man who is attractive 
in a refined, masculine way
stunning
extremely impressive or
pretty
breathtaking in appearance pleasing or attractive in  
a soft and gentle manner
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What can we say about someone’s height?
tall short
What can we say about someone’s personality?
1 2 3 4
charismatic direct gullible persistent
attracting and  thinking and  trusting, because continues to try,
inspiring other  talking in a very  of that easy to be stubborn, doesn’t 
people up honest way cheated or tricked give
5 6 7 8
tenacious stubborn thoughtful outgoing
not easily letting  only fixed on their showing openly friendly,
go responsive
way of doing things consideration
and extraverted
or giving up for other people
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self-absorbed gentle witty adventurous
overly concerned  calm, kind, or soft: clever and  engages in daring or
with yourself, selfish not violent or severe funny risky activities
PEOPLE EXERCISES
There are 2 exercises to help you practice. Start with the crossword
puzzle, then move on to the next one to fill in the blanks.
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Exercise 1
It’s a crossword puzzle! Read the definitions of personality traits
and fill in the crossword with words from the vocabulary. Check
the KEY at the end of the book to see the correct answers.
1 3
2 4
5 9
11
12
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Across
1. attracting and inspiring other people
5. continues to try, stubborn, doesn’t give up
6. trusting, because of that easy to be cheated or tricked
8. clever and funny
10. engages in daring or risky activities
11. not easily letting go or giving up
12. openly friendly, responsive, and extraverted
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Down
2. showing consideration for other people
3. overly concerned with yourself, selfish
4. calm, kind, or soft; not violent or severe
7. thinking and talking in a very honest way
9. only fixed on their way of doing things
Hints: charismatic, direct, gullible, persistent,

tenacious, stubborn,
thoughtful, outgoing, self-absorbed, gentle, witty, adventurous
Exercise 2
Fill in the blanks with the given adjectives. Check the KEY at the
end of the book to see the correct answers.
Adjectives: thoughtful, gullible, outgoing, witty, persistent, attractive,

handsome, charismatic, short, self-absorbed, adventurous, tenacious,
gentle, stubborn, gorgeous
1 She is so __________, people turn their heads when she walks into
a room.
2 He's quite ___________ with his sharp jawline and sparkling green
eyes.
3 Lily has a ___________ personality that draws people to her; they

say she is inspiring.
4 Despite being ________, Jack has big ambitions that led to his
promotion last year. No one notices his height anymore.
5 She's always been known for her __________ personality and being
openly friendly.
6 My husband can be a bit __________ at times. You can’t convince

him to try new things.
7 She is so _____________ that most guys immediately fall for her.
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8 She's known for her ___________ gestures and her ability to
comfort people when they are upset.
9 Her dad’s __________ mind and funny jokes always keep the
conversation lively.
10 He's very ______________ in pursuing his goals, never giving up

easily.
11 She's so _____________, always falling for the same tricks.
12 Despite being _____________ at times, Jenny can also be very

caring towards her friends and family, although other people say,
“She is fixated on herself”.
13 Tom is always up for taking risks; he’s very ____________ by

nature.
14 Christopher’s __________ spirit helped him overcome many

obstacles in life. He never gives up because of any difficulty that
comes his way.
15 She has a ____________nature, always putting others' needs

before her own.
7 CLOTHING
Let’s learn a few adjectives that you can use to describe a person’s
clothing. Look from top to bottom — the word, the part of speech,
the picture.
LIST OF NOUNS
trench coat bomber jacket windbreaker blazer
romper jumpsuit tracksuit overalls
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boots thigh-high boots sneakers slides
FAKE
sandals flip-flops a knockoff heels

a copy or imitation, especially of
an expensive brand product
matching  tuxedo bra underwear/ 

set panties
CLOTHING EXERCISES
blanks.
Exercise 1
boots
thigh-high boots
sneakers
slides
flip-flops
sandals
heels
trench coat
bomber jacket
windbreaker
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blazer
romper
jumpsuit
FAKE
tracksuit
a knockoff
matching set
tuxedo
tracksuit
bra
underwear / panties
Exercise 2
Fill in the blanks with the given nouns. Check the KEY at the end
of the book to see the correct answers.
Adjectives: trench coat, bomber jacket, thigh-high boots, windbreaker,

blazer, jumpsuit, slides, flip-flops, sandals, heels, romper, tracksuit,  
knockoff, tuxedo tracksuit, bra, underwear/panties, boots, sneakers
1 ______ are a type of shoe that covers the entire foot and ankle.
2 ______ are a type of boot that extend to the upper thigh.
3 ______ are casual shoes that are typically worn for sports or
other physical activities.
4 ______ are slip-on shoes that do not have a back strap.
5 ______ are casual, open-toed shoes that are typically worn in

warm weather.
6 ______ are open-toed shoes that are often worn with dresses  
or skirts.
7 ______ are a type of shoe with a high, slender heel.
8 A ______ is a long coat that is typically made of waterproof material.
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9 A ______ is a short, zip-up jacket that is often made of leather  
or nylon.
10 A ______ is a lightweight jacket that is designed to protect  

against wind.
11 A ______ is a tailored jacket that is typically worn for formal

occasions.
12 A ______ is a one-piece garment that combines a top and shorts.
13 A ______ is a one-piece garment that combines a top and pants.
14 ______ is a one-piece garment that covers both the upper and

lower body.
15 A _____ is a cheap imitation of a designer item.
16 A ______ is a formal suit worn by men, often for weddings  

or special events.
17 A ______ is a comfortable, casual outfit typically worn for running.
18 ______ are a type of women's undergarment that provides

support for the breasts.
19 ______ refers to clothing worn under the outer garments.
8 MOVIES & SHOWS

Let’s learn some nouns that you can use to talk about movies and
TV series. Look from top to bottom — the word, the part of speech,
the picture.
LIST OF NOUNS
the lead extras bloopers spoilers

the lead the  actors in
deleted scene from a a part of movie that
main character  the background movie where mistakes was leaked before
in a movie were made the release
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to dub/dubbed cast crew box office
to change speech in a group of actors in a a group of people who
the place in a 
a movie to add movie, play or show create a movie cinema where 
another language tickets are sold
a mockumentary an animated  a rom-com sci-fi

a satirical movie  movie/show a romantic comedy fictional story 
in the style of a
cartoon with life-like
with futuristic
documentary characters theme
streaming
television  concession 
platforms networks stand
online  broadcast TV, live TV snack bar at 
entertainment the cinema
TV sources
MOVIE RATINGS
G General audience (all ages admitted)
Parental Guidance suggested (some material may not be

PG
suitable for children)
Parents strongly cautioned (some material may be
PG-13
inappropriate for children under 13)
Parental Guidance suggested (some material may
Rated R
not be suitable for children)
Rated X no one
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MOVIES & SHOWS EXERCISES
blanks.
Exercise 1
streaming platforms
television networks
concession stand
a rom-com
sci-fi
a mockumentary
an animated 
movie/show
dubbed
cast
crew
the lead
extras
bloopers
spoilers
box office
Exercise 2
Fill in the blanks with the given nouns. Check the KEY at the end
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Nouns: rom-com, animated movie/show, dub/dubbed, spoilers, television
networks, crew, the lead, extras, concession stand, box office, streaming
platforms, sci-fi, bloopers, mockumentary, cast
1 I love watching movies and shows on different

______________________ like Netflix and Hulu.
2 Some of my favorite TV series are produced by major

___________________ like HBO and ABC.
3 I always get a large popcorn and soda at the _________________

when I go to the movies.
4 "Pretty Woman" is a classic example of a _______________.
5 "Star Wars" is a famous example of the ________________ genre.
6 "The Office" is a popular example of a _________________,

presented in a documentary style.
7 My kids love to watch ____________________ like "Frozen" and

"Paw Patrol."
8 I prefer to watch foreign films that have been ________________

into English.
9 The _________________ of the new movie includes some well-

known actors.
10 The people who work behind the scenes on a film are called the
___________.
11 The actor who plays the main character in a movie is often referred
to as ___________.
12 In some movies, you can see people in the background called

_____________.
13 I always enjoy watching the _______________ at the end of a

comedy movie.
14 I hate it when someone gives away the plot of a movie; I can't stand
____________!
15 The success of a film is often measured by its performance at the

________________.
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9 SCHOOL & EXAMS
Let’s learn some nouns that you can use to talk about school and
exams. Look from top to bottom — the word, the part of speech, the
picture.
LIST OF NOUNS
1 2 3 4
entrance exam midterm finals mock quiz
an exam that you a test halfway a series of exams practice test that 
take to be accepted through a school at the end of a is similar to an
into a school term school term actual exam
5 6 7 8
GPA prep valedictorian detention
Grade Point preparation a graduating the punishment 
Average, common student with the of being kept in
grade scale hours highest grades school after
LIST OF VERBS
to turn in/  to cram to pull an

to prep
hand in study intensively all-nighter to prepare
turn in — to hand over  over a short period to stay up all night,
or send a paper to the  of time especially to study
teacher; hand in —  or work
to hand over a paper
to skip  to be tardy to audit a class to graduate 

class to be late to class to take a class without at the top of 
to miss your  grade or credit one's class
class on purpose having among 
the highest grades 
in one's class
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to cheat on an exam/test
to copy information without approval,
instead of doing it yourself
to pass
to successfully complete an exam
to take an exam
to complete an exam, but the result
is still unknown
to fail an exam/test/quiz
you took an exam, but didn’t succeed
to make up an exam/test/quiz
to take an exam to replace one
that you missed
SCHOOL & EXAMS EXERCISES
blanks.
Exercise 1
Match the verbs with the pictures. Use a pen or a pencil to draw a
line from the pictures to the correct words.
turn in / hand in
to cram
to pull an all-nighter
to turn in/hand in
to graduate at the top of one’s class
to skip class
to be tardy
to audit a class
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Exercise 2
Fill in the blanks with the given words. Check the KEY at the end
Words: midterms, skip a class, entrance exams, GPA, mock quiz, audit a class,
hand in, finals, cheat on an exam, cram, valedictorian, tardy, detention, pull
an all-nighter, prep, graduate at the top of, pass, failed, make up a test
1 I forgot to my homework yesterday, so I have to do

it today.
2 I have to for the exam tomorrow because I didn't

study at all.
3 It’s already 11 p.m. , but I have to to finish my

project on time.
4 I need to for the test next week. It’s a very important

one.
5 Many universities require students to take

before being admitted.
6 It’s been half of a school year. are coming up soon,

and I need to start studying.
7 I have to do well on my in order to pass my

classes and successfully finish the term.
8 It's not fair to ; you should always do your

own work.
9 I hope I can the test after studying so hard.
10 Unfortunately, I the math exam last week.
11 I missed the test, so I have to next

week.
12 Let’s compare grades. My is 3.5, which is pretty good.

What’s yours?
13 She worked hard and was able to with honors.

She always wanted to be the best.
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14 The gives a speech at the graduation
ceremony; he is the best student in our graduating class.
15 I decided to and go to the mall instead of

going to uni today.
16 Try not to ask me important questions in the morning. I'm always

for my first class because I oversleep.
17 If you keep misbehaving, you'll have to stay in

after school.
18 We had a in history class to prepare for the real

exam.
19 I'm not officially enrolled, but I'm allowed to attend lectures as a

guest and the class.
10 WORK & OFFICE

Let’s learn some nouns that you can use to talk about work tasks
and office routines. Look from top to bottom — the word, the part of
a cubicle staff meeting PTO  paperwork

a small office  a meeting attended (paid time off) a part of a job when
space in a shape  by the members of compensated time you’re dealing with
of a cube staff away from work reports and records
a promotion remote (adj) hybrid (adj)

being given a  working away from working partially at
higher position  the office the office, partially
or rank from home
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LIST OF VERBS AND EXPRESSIONS
1 2 3
to negotiate to multitask to perform well/poorly
to discuss to resolve deal with more than to operate/not operate in
one task at a time a satisfactory way
an issue
4 5 6 7
to delegate to follow up learn the ropes to collaborate
to give your work to to try to get more to learn/know how to work on an
someone else to do a job or activity together
information activity with the team
8 9 10
to touch base to bite off more than to keep someone 
to talk briefly in you can chew in the loop
order to learn recent to try to do to keep someone informed
news/updates something that is and updated on the agenda
too difficult for you
11 12 13
to clock in/out to put all your  to throw in the towel
to begin/ to finish
work when paid by eggs in one basket to stop trying to do something
the hour to risk all you have, hoping because you’ve realized that
for success/win you won’t succeed
WORK & OFFICE EXERCISES
blanks.
Exercise 1
a cubicle (noun)
staff meeting (noun)
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clock in / clock out (verb)
PTO (paid time off)
paperwork (noun)
a promotion (noun)
remote (adj)
hybrid (adj)
Exercise 2
Nouns & adjectives: remote, hybrid, promotion, cubicle, staff meeting,

paperwork, PTO - paid time off
1 I need to request some for my vacation next month. I’m

going to Australia and I need money.
2 I sit in a all day at work. It’s not much space, but it’s my
own little office.
3 Every Monday we have a to discuss our

progress.
4 I have to complete a lot of before the end of the day.
5 If you perform well, you may get a .
6 Due to the pandemic, many jobs are now .
7 We have a work schedule, so we work from the office and

from home.
Verbs: to follow up, touch base, clock in / clock out, earning the ropes,
multitasking, to put all your eggs in one basket, to collaborate, throw in  
the towel, performed, keep, bite off more than you can chew, delegate,  
negotiate
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1 Don't forget to when you arrive and when you
leave.
2 It's important with your team members on

projects.
3 As a manager, I tasks to my team members to make

my workload easier.
4 We had to a contract with our client.
5 I'm really good at , I can juggle multiple tasks at once.
6 He poorly on his evaluation and was given a warning.
7 I need with the client to see if they have any questions.
8 I always my boss in the loop with important updates.
9 I just started this job, I'm still

.
10 Let's tomorrow and discuss our progress on the

project.
11 Be careful not to by taking on too many tasks at once.
12 It's risky , you should have

multiple streams of income.
13 After facing too many challenges, she decided to and quit

her job.
11 MONEY
Let’s learn some nouns that you can use to talk about saving,
investing, or spending money. Look from top to bottom - the word,
the part of speech, the picture.
a rip-off (noun) per diem(adj)

something is too expensive by the day, money paid
and isn’t worth its price on a business trip
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LIST OF VERBS
to make ends  to live paycheck  to foot the bill

meet to paycheck to pay the bill, usually
earn just enough money to spend all your money
to live on each month without
getting into debt
to split the bill to cut corners to save up

to pay the bill by
to spend less money by skipping
dividing the amount accumulate money 
steps or doing something  for future use
to a lower standard
to cash in on to live below/beyond  to pay off 

to take advantage of one’s means (repay a debt)
(something) in order  to give someone all 
to make money to spend less or more 
money than you make the money back that 
you owe them
to break the  to cost an arm  to get by

bank and a leg to be able to live with
to cost too much to be very expensive very little money
to divvy up to reimburse to monetize

to divide something repay (a sum of money that  to make money from 
has been spent for you) something
to break even to invest to be behind 

to make neither profit  to put money into something  on bills
nor loss to make a profit to fail paying regular 
payments on time
WORK & OFFICE EXERCISES
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Exercise 1
to save up
to cash in on
to live below/beyond one’s means
to pay off (repay a debt)
to break the bank
to cost an arm and a leg
to make ends meet
to live paycheck to paycheck
to get by
to foot the bill
to split the bill
to cut corners
to divvy up
to reimburse
to monetize
to break even
to invest
to be behind on bills
Exercise 2
Words: to save up, cashed in on, living beyond, to pay off, cost an arm
and a leg, to make ends meet, rip-off, paycheck to paycheck, split the bill,
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cut corners, divvy up, per diem, reimburse, to monetize, breaks
even, invest, behind on bills
1 I need some money for my vacation next year.
2 After the new phone model was released, tech stores

high demand.
3 I try to avoid my means and spend within my

budget.
4 It's important to your debts as soon as possible to

avoid paying interest.
5 Don't buy that new car, it will !
6 It's difficult with the high

cost of living these days; everything is expensive.
7 I can't believe I paid $50 for this shirt, what a !
8 It's tough living , but I manage to

get by.
9 Let's , it will be easier for everyone

to pay for themselves.
10 We need to and reduce our expenses to

save some money on this project. It won’t be the same, but at least
we will stay within the budget.
11 Let's the snacks evenly between all  

of us.
12 The company provides a for employees on  

business trips.
13 Don't worry, I will you for the money you  

lent me.
14 Many people are trying their hobbies

and earn extra income.
15 If a business or person , they earn as much

money as they spend, but they do not make a profit or a loss.
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16 It's important your money wisely to have a
carefree future.
17 I'm a bit this month, but I'll catch  

up soon.
12 HEALTH & DOCTOR VISITS

Let’s learn some nouns that you can use to talk about health and
doctor visits. Look from top to bottom - the word, the part of
LIST OF NOUNS
a checkup prescription blood work preventive 

a routine visit  a written order medical test
care
to the doctor from a doctor for performed on a measures taken 
medication sample of blood to prevent illness 
or injury
examination treatment plan referral physician

a non-surgical
doctor checking  a plan of medical a doctor sends a doctor
a patient procedures to help patient to another
a patient to recover specialist
ER rehab recovery period nutrition

food or
emergency  rehabilitation rest after a surgery or nourishment
room center any other procedure
LIST OF VERBS
1 2 3
to cut down on to be/feel under  to be on the mend
to reduce the the weather to be recovering from an
to feel unwell or not at your best, illness and feel better
amount of
usually from a minor illness
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4 5 6
to bounce back to pass out to be contagious
to recover quickly to become unconscious;  able to be spread or
to faint transmit respiratory
and strongly after an diseases
illness
7 8
to tough it out to be coming down 
to remain firm in the face with something
an illness; to stay strong to experience the early
symptoms of an illness
HEALTH & DOCTOR VISITS EXERCISES
blanks.
Exercise 1
Match the nouns with the pictures. Use a pen or a pencil to draw a
examination
treatment plan
referral
prescription
blood work
recovery period  
(after a surgery or any  
other procedure)
rehab (rehabilitation center)
a checkup
preventive care
physician
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ER (emergency room)
nutrition
Exercise 2
Words: blood work, nutrition, rehab/rehabilitation center, tough it out,

coming down with, contagious, preventive care, treatment plan, referral,
under the weather/on the mend, recovery period, bouncing back, pass
out, physician, ER/emergency room, prescription, examination, cut down
on, checkup
1 When you're feeling sick, it's important to visit your  

for a checkup.
2 If you fell down and sprained your ankle, you might need to go to
the for immediate treatment.
3 After your appointment, the doctor might give you a for medication.
4 If the doctor needs more information, they might order some

to be done.
5 During the , the doctor will examine your

body and ask you questions about your symptoms.
6 After the examination, the doctor will create a  

to outline your treatment.
7 If you need specialized care, the doctor might give you a  

to see a specialist.
8 When you're not feeling well, you might say you're  

or if you are getting better you are .
9 After a surgery or procedure, there is usually a  

when you stay in, rest, and feel better.
10 If you're sick but slowly getting better, you are  

to good health.
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11 If someone suddenly loses consciousness, they might .
12 People who need help recovering from an illness or injury might go

to .
13 Learning to avoid falls and other accidents that can permanently

affect one's strength is called .
14 Proper plays a big role in maintaining good

health. You have to eat healthy to be healthy.
15 If you want to improve your health, you should

unhealthy foods.
16 It's a good idea to visit your doctor for a yearly

even if you're not sick.
17 Sometimes, you just need to and wait

for an illness to pass.
18 If you start feeling dizzy and have a runny nose, you might be
a cold.
19 If someone is , they can easily spread their illness  

to others.
13 TEXTING & SOCIAL MEDIA 

ABBREVIATIONSVISITS
Let’s learn some abbreviations that you can use while texting on
social media or social networks. Look from top to bottom - the
word, the part of speech, the picture.
LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS
LOL OMG TTYL GTG
Laughing Out Loud Oh My God Talk To You Later Got To Go
BRB ASAP JK IDK

Be Right Back As Soon As Possible Just Kidding I Don't Know
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FYI BTW ETA
For Your Information By The Way Estimated Time of Arrival
DM OMW/OTW TBH
Direct Message On My Way/On The Way To Be Honest
RN FOMO AFAIK
Right Now Fear Of Missing Out As Far As I Know
NSFW SMH TMI

Not Safe For Work Shaking My Head Too Much Information
TEXTING & SOCIAL MEDIA ABBREVIATIONS 

EXERCISES
choice exercise, then move on to the next one to fill in the blanks.
Exercise 1
Choose the right answer for the situation/definition. Check the
KEY at the end of the book to see the correct answers.
1 Used to indicate that something is funny or amusing.
a. LOL b. OMG c. IDK
2 Used to say that you will be away for a short period of time.
a. AFAIK b. BRB c. TMI
3 Used to express surprise or shock.

a. IDK b. OMG c. ETA
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4 Used to say goodbye and indicate that you will talk to the person
again in the future.
a. FYI b. FOMO c. TTYL
5 Used to indicate that you have to leave or end a conversation.
a. TBH b. GTG c. ASAP
6 Used to provide information or bring something to someone's

attention.
a. FYI b. BTW c. BRB
7 Used to indicate that something needs to be done quickly or

urgently.
a. TBH b. ASAP c. RN
8 Used to introduce a new topic or add extra information.
a. BTW b. SMH c. TBH
9 Used to indicate that you are unsure or do not have the answer to a
question.
a. IDK b. ETA c. OTW
10 Used to express disappointment, disbelief, or disapproval.
a. GTG b. SMH c. JK
11 A private message sent through social media or messaging

platforms.
a. DM b. TMI c. FOMO
12 Used to indicate the expected time of arrival.
a. TBH b. ASAP c. ETA
13 Used to indicate that you are currently en route to a destination.
a. OMW/OTW b. NSFW c. GTG

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14 Used to indicate that content should not be viewed in a professional
or public setting.
a. NSFW b. LOL c. ASAP
15 Used to indicate that a previous statement was not serious.
a. TMI b. BTW c. JK
16 Used to introduce an honest opinion or statement.
a. TBH b. TTYL c. SMH
17 Used to indicate that something is happening at this moment.
a. JK b. RN c. DM
18 Used to describe the feeling of anxiety or unease that one might

miss out on an interesting or exciting event or experience.
a. ETA b. FOMO c. TMI
19 Used to indicate that the information provided is based on one's

knowledge but may not be completely accurate.
a. AFAIK b. FYI c. TMI
20 Used to indicate that someone has shared more detail or personal

information than necessary or desired.
a. TMI b. BTW c. OMG
Exercise 2
Fill in the blanks with the given abbreviations. Check the KEY at
the end of the book to see the correct answers.
Words: NSFW, FOMO, AFAIK, BRB, TBH, RN, FYI , TTYL, GTG,
ETA, OTW, TMI, JK, RN, OMW, SMH, OMG, BTW, IDK, DM
1 I'll be back in a minute, .
2 , I can't believe she finally got the promotion.
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3 , I won't be able to make it to the party tonight.
4 , I have to go study for my English test tomorrow.
5 , my phone is about to die and I need to find a charger.
6 Sorry I'm late, , traffic was really bad.
7 what to order from this menu, can you help me?
8 me if you want to meet up later.
9 Can you give me an on when you'll arrive?
10 to the movies with my friends.
11 content should always be labeled accordingly.
12 , I wasn't a fan of the movie we saw last week.
13 , I'm trying to finish my homework before dinner.
14 is the worst feeling when all your friends are hanging

out without you.
15 , they haven't announced the winner yet.
16 , I don't need to know about your personal life.
17 , I'm not actually leaving, see you in 5 minutes.
18 , I'm really missing my family back home.
19 "I'm leaving work now, ."
20 She is such a liar, I saw her with her ex yesterday, .
14 SOCIAL MEDIA
Let’s learn some nouns that you can use while browsing social
media. Look from top to bottom - the word, the part of speech,  
the picture.
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influencer clickbait notification timeline/feed

someone with a lot headline that a message or alert continuous stream 
of followers and able attracts attention about updates of posts in 
to influence their hronological order
opinions
product placement shareable (adj) user-friendly (adj)

advertising branded easily shared or distributed a website or an app
goods in social media on social media that is easy to use
meme-worthy thread  digital detox

interesting enough to (like on Twitter) a period of time to take a
be turned into a meme a series of connected break from social media
posts from one person
LIST OF VERBS
1 3 2
to block someone to respond  to schedule a post
to restrict someone’s to comments to set a specific date and
time for a post
ability to contact you to reply or provide feedback
4 5 6
to check DMs to slide into  to stalk someone 
to view and respond to someone’s DMs online
direct messages to send a direct message to to obsessively follow
someone, often in a flirtatious someone’s life on 
or casual manner social media
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7 8 9 10
to take down to use filters to go viral to troll someone
to remove or delete a to apply effects to  when a post or video to post or comment
post others photos or videos gets a lot of attention something to offend
SOCIAL MEDIA EXERCISES
choice exercise, then move on to the next one to fill in the blanks.
Exercise 1
Choose the correct definition. Check the KEY at the end of the
book to see the correct answers.
1 What does it mean to block someone on social media?

a. To send them a friend c. To prevent someone from 
request contacting you or viewing
your posts
b. To remove someone d. To tag someone in a

from your friend list photo
2 What does it mean to schedule a post on social media?

a. To edit a post after it c. To delete a post from your profile
has been published
b. To create a post and save d. To share someone else's post 

it for later publication on your profile
3 What does it mean to respond to comments on social media?

a. To delete comments from c. To like or reply to comments left
other users on your posts on your posts
b. To block users who leave d. To share comments from other

negative comments users on your own profile
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4 What does it mean to check DMs on social media?
a. To check your Direct c. To check the number of followers
Messages or private you have
messages
b. To check the number of d. To check the trending hashtags

likes on your posts on social media
5 What does it mean to slide into someone's DMs?

a. To send a friendly message c. To send a private, often
to someone you know flirtatious, message to someone
you don't know well
b. To send a spam message d. To block someone from sending

to multiple users you messages
6 What does it mean to stalk someone online?

a. To follow someone's social c. To regularly check someone's
media accounts online activity without their
knowledge
b. To constantly comment on d. To send a message to someone

someone's posts asking for their personal
information
7 What does it mean to take down a post on social media?

a. To edit a post to make it c. To delete a post from your profile
better
b. To share a post from d. To hide a post from certain users

someone else's profile
8 What does it mean to use filters on social media?

a. To block certain users from c. To create a poll or survey on
seeing your posts social media
b. To modify or enhance the d. To like or comment on someone

appearance of a photo or else's post
video
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9 What does it mean to go viral on social media?
a. To post content that is c. To continuously post content on
popular and widely shared social media
b. To follow a large number of d. To have a high number of

accounts on social media followers on social media
10 What does it mean to troll someone on social media?

a. To engage in friendly c. To intentionally provoke or annoy
banter with someone on someone online
social media
b. To share interesting and d. To compliment and support

informative content on someone's posts on social media
social media
Exercise 2
Words: meme-worthy, to troll, stalk , digital detox, thread, notification, 

to block , user-friendly, schedule, to respond, to check DMs, take it down,
ilters, influencer, product placement, to slide into her DMs, feed,  
a clickbait, went viral
1 I love scrolling through my social media to see what 

my friends have been up to.
2 I received a saying I had a new message.
3 If someone is bothering you online, you can choose them.
4 This app is really . It's easy to navigate and

understand.
5 You can a post to be published at a later time.
6 It's important when people comment on your posts.
7 Don't forget . Someone may have sent you a

private message.
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8 If a post violates the platform's rules, they might .
9 I love using different on my photos. It makes them look

so much better.
10 She is a popular on social media, with thousands of

followers.
11 That photo is a great example of . It

subtly promotes a product.
12 He decided to to get to know her better.
13 The headline was so enticing, it was definitely .
14 The video of the funny cat , getting millions of

views in just a few hours.
15 That photo is definitely . It would make a

great internet joke.
16 Some people just like others for their own

amusement.
17 It's not healthy to constantly someone online. It's

important to disconnect sometimes.
18 I'm thinking about taking a . I need a break

from my phone and social media.
19 The conversation continued in a , with multiple replies

to the original tweet.
15 TIME
Let’s learn some expressions you can use while talking about time.
Look from top to bottom - the word, the part of speech, the picture.
LIST OF EXPRESSIONS
1 3 2
fashionably late bright and early time will tell
arriving at an event after starting your day very early truth will become clear
the expected time in the morning over time
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4 5 6
in the nick of time on the dot in the long run
at the last moment; exactly at the scheduled time over a long period of time,
before it’s too late in the future
7 8
jetlag the early bird catches 
fatigue or sleepiness the worm
caused by traveling If you start to act early you 
get the advantage
LIST OF VERBS
1 2 3
to be running  to kill time to stall
behind schedule doing something unimportant delay doing something
to pass the time
not able to complete a task 
or reach a place on time
4 5 6
to buy (some) time to lose track of time to race against 
extending a deadline to gain more losing the sense of how the clock
time to finish much time has passed to get do task with a limited
time and try to finish before
time runs out
7 8 9
to make up for  to have time to spare to be on a tight 
lost time having extra time without schedule
feeling rushed having a limited amount of
doing tasks faster now,
because you didn’t do them  time to complete tasks
in a timely way
10 11 12
to be slammed to be swamped to be late 
being extremely busy  being overwhelmed with
to the party
with work a large amount of tasks arriving at an event later
than the expected time
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TIME EXERCISES
There are 2 exercises to help you practice. Both of them require you
to fill in the blanks. It’s the last unit of this book, so give it your best!
Exercise 1
Fill in the blanks with the given words and expressions. Check the
KEY at the end of the book to see the correct answers.
Words and expressions: jetlag, in the long run, fashionably late,  

the early bird catches the worm, bright and early, in the nick of time,  
on the dot, time will tell
1 Don't worry, I'll be there .
2 We have to wake up if we want to catch the sunrise.
3 She always arrives to make an entrance.
4 The train is scheduled to depart , so don't be late.
5 It may take some time, but , you'll see the results.
6 After flying across multiple time zones, I'm experiencing .
7 I can't predict the future, but if this plan will work.
8 Remember, , so don't oversleep!
Exercise 2
Fill in the blanks with the given verbs. Check the KEY at the end of
Verbs and expressions: lost a track of time, had time to spare, race
against the clock, make up for lost time, stall, buy some time, on a tight
schedule, am running , to kill time
1 I behind schedule today. I woke up late and

now I'm rushing to get ready.
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2 While waiting for my flight, I decided to by reading  
a book.
3 Sarah always finds ways to when she doesn't want to

do something.
4 The professor asked for more time to finish his research. He wanted
to .
5 I was so busy with my work that I and ended up

staying late at the office.
6 The students had to to finish their project before  

the deadline.
7 After a long vacation, I need to and catch up on my

paperwork and emails.
8 Mark finished the test early and before the class

ended, so he started texting his friend.
9 We have a lot of meetings today, so we need to be careful not to

waste any time as we are .
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ANSWER KEY
1. KITCHEN
Exercise 2
Nouns:
1. counter   4. strainer
7. pantry  
2. frying pan   5. cutting board   8. air fryer  
3. whisk 6. cabinet 9. garnish
Verbs:
1. whisked   4. diced   7. frying   10. to boil  
2. whip up   5. mince   8. to roast   11. steam  
3. sliced 6. to knead 9. simmer 12. season
2. BATHROOM & PERSONAL HYGIENE
Exercise 2
Nouns:
1. comb   6. feminine hygiene   9. medicine cabinet
2. nail file   products

10. drain
3. loofah
7. skincare routine
11. shower head  
4. bath bomb
8. washcloth 12. suds
5. floss
Verbs:
1. to floss   4. to exfoliate   7. to do my hair  
2. to freshen up   5. to lather   8. to trim his facial hair  
3. to gargle 6. moisturize 9. to do a face mask
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3. PERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS
Exercise 1
1. a 2. b 3. c 4. a 5. b 6. a 7. a 8. c 9. a 10. c
Exercise 2
1. had a falling out   7. To make up with   13. stabbed her
2. affectionate   8. on good terms
in the back  
3. inseparable   9. reciprocate   14. to cross the line  
4. possessive.
10. hit it off   15. boundaries  
5. have my back   11. blunt   16. cordial
6. unrequited love 12. in my corner
4. EMOTIONS & FEELINGS
Exercise 2
1. exhilarated   11. timid  
2. puzzled   12. desperate  
3. optimistic   13. skeptical  
4. resentful   14. zealous  
5. vulnerable   15. passive-aggressive  
6. giddy
16. oblivious  
7. baffled   17. exasperated  
8. elated   18. nonchalant  
9. livid   19. content  
10. defensive 20. envious
5. HABITS & HOBBIES
Exercise 2
1. take up 2. dabble in
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3. pursue   12. have an eye for  
4. immerse herself in   13. kick a bad habit  
5. hone   14. fall back into old habits  
6. unwind
15. fall off
7. venture into   16. compartmentalize  

8. carve out time for   17. prowess  
9. novice   18. succumb to temptation  
10. embark on a
19. accountable  
11. indulge in 20. on autopilot
6. PEOPLE
Exercise 1
1 3
c h a r i s m a t i c
e
2
t 4
g l
h e f
o n - 7
d
8
u t a w i t t y
g l b r
h 5
p e r s i s t e
9
n t
t o t c
f r u 11
t e n a c i o u s
u b b
6
g u l l i b l e b
d 12
o u t g o i n g
r
10
a d v e n t u r o u s
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Exercise 2
1. attractive   6. stubborn
11. gullible  
2. handsome   7. gorgeous   12. self-absorbed
3. charismatic   8. thoughtful   13. adventurous  

4. short   9. witty   14. tenacious  
5. outgoing 10. persistent 15. gentle
7. CLOTHING
Exercise 2
1. boots   8. trench coat   15. knockoff  
2. thigh-high boots   9. bomber jacket   16. tuxedo  
3. sneakers   10. windbreaker   17. tracksuit  
4. slides   11. blazer   18. bra  
5. flip-flops   12. romper   19. underwear/
6. sandals   13. jumpsuit   panties
7. heels 14. overalls
8. MOVIES & SHOWS
Exercise 2
1. streaming platforms   13. bloopers  
2. television networks   14. spoilers  
3. concessions  15. box office
4. rom-com  
5. sci-fi  
6. mockumentary  
7. animated movie/show  
8. dub/dubbed
9. cast  
10. crew  
11. the lead  
12. extras
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9. SCHOOL & EXAMS
Exercise 2
1. hand in   11. make up a test  
2. cram   12. GPA  
3. pull an all-nighter   13. graduate at the top of  
4. prep   14. valedictorian  
5. entrance exams   15. skip a class
6. midterms   16. tardy
7. finals   17. detention
8. cheat on an exam   18. mock quiz
9. pass   19. audit a class

10. failed
10. WORK & OFFICE
Exercise 2
Nouns & adjectives:
1. PTO - paid time off   5. promotion  
2. cubicle   6. remote  
3. staff meeting   7. hybrid
4. paperwork
Verbs:
1. clock in / clock out   8. keep  
2. to collaborate   9. learning the ropes  
3. delegate   10. touch base  
4. negotiate   11. bite off more than you can chew  
5. multitasking   12. to put all your eggs in one basket  
6. performed   13. throw in the towel
7. to follow up
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11. MONEY
Exercise 2
1. to save up   10. cut corners  
2. cashed in on   11. divvy up  
3. living beyond   12. per diem  
4. to pay off   13. reimburse  
5. cost an arm and a leg
14. to monetize
6. to make ends meet   15. breaks even  

7. rip-off   16. invest  
8. paycheck to paycheck   17. behind on bills
9. split the bill
12. HEALTH & DOCTOR VISITS
Exercise 2
1. physician   11. pass out  
2. ER/emergency room   12. rehabilitation center  
3. prescription   13. preventive care  
4. blood work
14. nutrition  
5. examination   15. cut down on  
6. treatment plan   16. a checkup  
7. referral   17. tough it out  
8. under the weather/on the mend   18. coming down with  
9. recovery period   19. contagious
10. bouncing back
13. TEXTING & SOCIAL MEDIA ABBREVIATIONS
Exercise 1
1.a. LOL   3. b. OMG   5. b. GTG  
2. b. BRB 4. c. TTYL 6. a. FYI
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7.b. ASAP   12. c. ETA   17. b. RN  
8. a. BTW   13. a. OMW/OTW   18. b. FOMO 
9. a. IDK   14. a. NSFW   19. a. AFAIK
10. b. SMH   15. c. JK   20. a. TMI

11. a. DM 16. a. TBH
Exercise 2
1. BRB   6. BTW   11. NSFW   16. TMI
2. OMG   7. IDK   12. TBH   17. JK
3. FYI   8. DM   13. RN   18. RN
4. TTYL   9. ETA   14. FOMO

19. OMW
5. GTG 10. OTW 15. AFAIK 20. SMH
14. SOCIAL MEDIA
Exercise 1
1. с 2. b 3. c 4. a 5. с 6. с 7. с 8. b 9. a 10. c
Exercise 2
1. feed   16. to troll  
2. notification   17. stalk  
3. to block   18. digital detox  
4. user-friendly   19. thread
5. schedule  
6. to respond  
7. to check DMs  
8. take it down  
9. filters  
10. influencer
11. product placement  

12. to slide into her DMs  
13. a clickbait
14. went viral
15. meme-worthy
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15. TIME
Exercise 1
1. in the nick of time   5. in the long run  
2. bright and early   6. jetlag  
3. fashionably late   7. time will tell  
4. on the dot 8. the early bird catches the worm
Exercise 2
1. am running   6. race against the clock
2. to kill time   7. make up for lost time
3. stall   8. had time to spare  

4. buy some time   9. on a tight schedule
5. lost track of time
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At the Pre-intermediate level, learners often find themselves in a

In this book, you will find 15 up to date vocabulary blocks related to

Let’s dive right in!

2 BATHROOM & PERSONAL HYGIENE 07

4 EMOTIONS & FEELINGS 18

5 HABITS & HOBBIES 20

8 MOVIES & SHOWS 32

9 SCHOOL & EXAMS 36

10 WORK & OFFICE 39

12 HEALTH & DOCTOR VISITS 46

13 TEXTING & SOCIAL MEDIA ABBREVIATIONSVISITS 49

Let’s learn a list of popular items you can find in a kitchen

the word, the part of speech, the picture.

counter / countertop frying pan strainer

cutting board cabinet pantry

whisk garnish air fryer

to whisk to whip up (a meal) to slice to dice

or cream quickly thin pieces cubes

to mince to knead dough to fry to roast

small pieces mixture in hot oil an oven

to steam to season to simmer to boil

with steam water pepper, or herbs below a boil in boiling

Start with the image-matching exercise. Then try one or more

of the other exercises.

a line from the pictures to the correct words.

counter / countertop (noun)

frying pan (noun)

cutting board (noun)

air fryer (noun)

To whip up (a meal) (verb)

To knead dough (verb)

Nouns: whisk, strainer, counter, air fryer, garnish, frying pan,

2 Can you hand me the ___________ from the kitchen cabinet?

3 Use a __________ to beat the eggs for the omelet.

5 Remember to wash the ______________after slicing the vegetables.

6 Let's organize the cups and plates in the ___________ by size.

8 My mom uses an _____________ to make healthier french fries.

Verbs: season, whisked, sliced, diced, to roast, frying, to boil,

2 I can ________ a delicious dessert in no time.

3 He carefully ________ the tomatoes for the salad.

5 Please ________ the garlic cloves finely for the sauce.

7 My mom likes ________ chicken wings until they are crispy.

10 It takes about ten minutes ________ water for pasta.

2 BATHROOM & PERSONAL

comb nail file loofah bath bomb

floss feminine skincare routine washcloth

medicine drain shower head suds

to floss to freshen up to gargle

to exfoliate to lather to moisturize

to do to trim facial hair to do a face mask

BATHROOM & PERSONAL HYGIENE EXERCISES

shower head (noun)

medicine cabinet (noun)

To do (one’s) hair (verb)

To do a face mask (verb)

skincare routine (noun)

bath bomb (noun)

suds (noun plural)

To trim facial hair (verb)

feminine hygiene products

nail file (noun)

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+300 ENGLISH WORDS 

Let’s learn a list of popular items you can find in a kitchen  

Start with the image-matching exercise. Then try one or more  

2 Can you hand me the ___________ from the kitchen cabinet?  

Verbs: season, whisked, sliced, diced, to roast, frying, to boil,  

2 BATHROOM & PERSONAL  

floss feminine  skincare routine washcloth

medicine  drain shower head suds

to do  to trim facial hair to do a face mask

to have a falling out with someone —  

to stab someone in the back —  

exasperated envious livid passive- 