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STAGE OF LIFE
Adult (n) – a person who has reached maturity and is considered to be
fully grown, typically around the age of 18 or older.
 As an adult, Sarah was responsible for paying her own bills and
managing her finances.
 The legal age to purchase alcohol in the country is 18 for adults.
A centenarian (n) – A person who is 100 years old or older
 Becoming a centenarian is a rare milestone that few people achieve.
 The centenarian shared stories of her life experiences with her
great-grandchildren.
An infant (n) – a very young child, typically under the age of one year
 Infants require frequent feedings and diaper changes throughout
the day.
 The infant drank milk from a bottle.
A toddler (n) – a young child who is just beginning to walk
 The toddler joyfully danced to his favorite music in the playroom.
 The toddler played with colorful Lego blocks on the floor of the living
room.
A young child (phrase) – a child commonly between 4 and 12
 The teacher read a story aloud to the young children during story
time.
 The school organized a field trip for young children to visit the zoo.
Elderly (adj) – old
 The elderly couple enjoy going for a walk in this park every day.
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 The doctor recommended regular check-ups to monitor the health

of the elderly patient.
To be in your teens (phrase) – to be in the period of life between the ages
of thirteen and nineteen
 I formed close friendships and social circles during in my teens.
 In your teens, you start to develop your own identity and sense of
independence.
 Young people who are in their teens are a bit more stubborn than
adults.
To be in your twenties (phrase) – to be in the period of life between the
ages of twenty and thirty
 In your twenties, you may be exploring different career paths and
opportunities for personal growth.
 It is common for individuals in their twenties to experience
significant life changes and milestones.
Middle-aged (adj) – belonging to the age group of forty to sixty
 It is important for middle-aged people to prioritize their health as
they approach later stages of life.
 Many middle-aged individuals focus on planning for retirement and
saving money in order to live the rest of their lives without problems.
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LIFE EVENTS
To be born – to come into existence or be brought into the world
 The baby giraffe was born in the early hours of the morning.
 He was born with a natural talent for playing the piano.
To be brought up – to be raised and cared for by parents or guardians
 She was brought up her grandparents after parents passed away.
 Her grandparents brought her up after her parents passed away.
 He was brought up in a strict family with a strong emphasis on
education.
To emigrate – to leave your own country to live permanently in another
country
 The family decided to emigrate to Canada in search of better
opportunities.
 Many Irish citizens emigrated to the United States during the Great
Famine.
Divorced (adj) – no longer married (ajrashgan)
 Being divorced has allowed him to focus on his career and personal
growth.
 The divorced couple remained friends and co-parented their
children nicely.
 After ten years of marriage, they decided to get divorced.
 For some reasons, Sarah wants to get divorced from her husband.
Divorce (v) – to legally end the marriage (ajrashmoq)
 They decided to divorce after realizing they were no longer happy
with each other.
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 She decided to divorce her husband after years of unhappiness in

their marriage.
Engaged (adj) – when two people have agreed to marry each other
(unashtirilgan)
 The engaged couple went shopping for wedding dress together.
 She couldn’t wait to change her relationship status to “engaged” on
Facebook.
 They got engaged in April and are going to get married at the end
of the summer.
Engage (v)
 They decided to engage after dating for three years = they decided
to get engaged after dating for three years.
Engagement (n) (unashtiruv)
 They announced their engagement at a family gathering.
 Their families were excited to hear about the engagement news.
Married (adj) – being in a legally recognized relationship with another
person
 The married couple went on a romantic vacation.
 Even though they have not had a child since their wedding 15 years
ago, they are still married.
 After years of dating, they finally decided to get married.
Marry – to start official relationship to start a family
 They plan to marry in in the spring next year = they plan to get
married in the spring next year.
To have a change of career – to jump into a new job from your previous
job
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 After years of working in finance, she decided to have a change of

career and become a chef.
 He had a change of career from marketing to teaching.
To inherit – to receive money or property from someone when they die
 He inherited a large sum of money from his wealthy uncle.
 After her parents passed away, she inherited the family home.
To pass away – to die
 My grandfather passed away peacefully in his sleep.
 We were deeply saddened when our beloved pet passed away.
Settle down – to start living a new life somewhere permanently
 After years of travelling and exploring different careers, she decided
it was time to settle down and start a family.
 Settling down in a new city can be challenging but she was
determined to find a job, make new friends, and create a sense of
home.
Split up – to end a relationship
 After months of arguing and disagreements, they decided to split
up and go their separate ways.
 She was heartbroken when he told her he wanted to split up.
To retire – to stop working after reaching a certain age
 After working for 40 years at the same company, John decided to
retire and spend more time with his family.
 Sarah’s dream is to retire early and travel all around the world.
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READING
Once upon a time, there was a young woman named Emily who was born
in a bustling city. She was brought up by her loving parents in a cozy
apartment in the heart of the city. Emily had a happy childhood, filled
with laughter and joy.
As she grew up, Emily decided to go to university to pursue her passion
for art. After graduating, she got her first job at a local gallery and started
to build her career as an artist. Emily's talent was recognized, and she
eventually decided to start her own business selling her artwork.
In her late twenties, Emily fell in love with a fellow artist and they got
engaged. They decided to buy a house together and start a family. Emily
and her partner were married in a beautiful ceremony surrounded by
family and friends
A few years later, Emily and her husband welcomed their first child, a
daughter named Lily. They were overjoyed to start a family and watched
Lily grow up into a bright and curious child. Emily also learned to drive to
make it easier to take care of her family.
As Lily started school, Emily had a change of career and decided to focus
on teaching art to children. She found joy in inspiring young minds and
helping them discover their creativity. However, as time passed, Emily's
marriage started to crumble, and she and her husband decided to split
up.
After the divorce, Emily decided to leave the city and emigrate to a
quieter town to start fresh. She inherited some money from a distant
relative, which helped her settle down in her new home. Emily eventually
met someone new and fell in love again, leading to a second marriage.
In her fifties, Emily became a grandparent when Lily had her first child.
She retired from teaching and enjoyed spending time with her
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grandchildren. As she grew older, Emily passed away peacefully,

surrounded by her loved ones, leaving behind a legacy of creativity and
love.
Emily's life was filled with ups and downs, but she embraced each stage
with courage and resilience. From starting school to starting a family, she
navigated through life's events with grace and determination.