New Fast Class Unit-By-Unit Wordlist: 01 A Question of Technology 01 READING (Student's Book pp6-7)
New Fast Class Unit-By-Unit Wordlist: 01 A Question of Technology 01 READING (Student's Book pp6-7)
New Fast Class Unit-By-Unit Wordlist: 01 A Question of Technology 01 READING (Student's Book pp6-7)
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attack attitude
v n
audience
/dins/
average aware (of) background battle box-office success break up (broke, broken) breakthrough breathtaking budget cast
/vrd/ /we(r) (v)/ / bkrand / /btl/ /bks fs skses/ /brek p/ (/brk/, / brkn/) / brekru/ / bretek/ /bdt/ /k st/
the group of people who have gathered to watch or listen to sth Many actors prefer live audiences to acting in front of a camera. ordinary, not special An average car costs much less than a Mercedes. knowing, realising sth He wasnt aware of the danger and almost got killed. the part of a picture, photograph or view behind the main objects a photo with the sunset in the background a fight between armies, ships or planes during a war a film that many people have been to see to separate into smaller pieces The little boy loved to build and then break up his model plane. an important development that may lead to an agreement or achievement a major breakthrough in medical research very exciting, impressive or surprising breathtaking views the money that is available to a person or an organisation in order to do sth Our budget for our summer holidays is about 2,000 euros. all the people who act in a play or film Titanic had an exceptional cast, but Leonardo di Caprio was the best of all. Can be used either with a singular or plural verb.
combination comment concentration consist (of) construct corridor create crew demonstrate detail determined
n n n v v n v n v n adj
/ kmb nen/ /kment/ /knsn tren/ /knsst (v)/ /knstrkt/ / krd(r)/ /kriet/ /kru/ / demnstre t/ /ditel/ /d
two or more things joined The accident was caused by a combination of dangerous driving and bad luck. expressing an opinion about sth The minister said he had no comment to make about the incident. the ability to direct your attention towards one thing You have to use all your powers of concentration when you take a listening test. to be made up of, to be formed Your composition should consist of an introduction, three main paragraphs and a conclusion. to build a road, building or machine The Rio Antorio suspension bridge was constructed in 2004. a long narrow passage in a building to make sth happen or exist The pupils created some beautiful paintings in their art class. a group of people with special skills working together a film crew to show and explain how sth works or how to do sth Mr Ferris demonstrated how the computer program worked and explained several details. the small facts or features of sth When they returned, Kate described every single detail of their trip. having a strong desire to do sth, so that nothing will stop
tmnd/ do (sth) for a living documentary idm n /du (sth) f(r) lv/ /dkju mentri/ /dr kn klun/ (/dru/, /drn/) /end p/
you John is determined to win the first prize in the next school chess competition. do to earn the money to pay your expenses What does John do for a living? a film or TV programme giving facts about sth BBC documentaries on wildlife are very interesting and educational. to decide after having thought about all the information connected with the situation The authorities are carefully studying the accident in order to draw conclusions about road safety on highways. to find yourself in a place/situation that you do not want to be in He started stealing when he was only ten years old and at 15 he ended up in prison. a long film or book that contains a lot of action, usually about a historical subject large-scale the main film you go to see at the cinema, not any short films that are shown before the shape of a person Can you see those two figures in the distance? to get some information about sth/sb by asking, reading, etc. Can you find out what time our train to Bristol leaves tomorrow morning? a set of rooms for living in, including a kitchen, usually on
n adj n n
/epk/ /epk skel/ /fit(r) flm/ /f(r)/ /fand at/ (/fand/, /fand/) /flt/
fool frequently generate generous get involved in (sth) get rid of gist guy handful (of) hey presto
/ful/ / frikwntli / /denret/ /denrs/ /et n vlvd n (sth)/ /et rd v/ /dst/ /a/ /hndfl (v)/ /he prest/
one floor Do you live in a house or a flat? to trick sb into believing sth that is not true Alice pretended she was sorry, but she cant fool me! very often In the summer, we frequently go swimming at a nearby beach. to produce or create sth This device burns any kind of paper and generates heat. ready to give or share things with other people to give a lot of time or attention to sb/sth Fran had a lot of free time at the weekends, so she decided to get involved in sports. to throw sth away the main or general meaning of a piece of writing (informal) a man At the end of the film the bad guy gets shot. a small number of people or things It will be a quiet gathering, only a handful of relatives have been invited. people sometimes say hey presto when they have just done sth so quickly and easily that it seems to have been done by magic The magician put the ribbons into the hat and, hey presto, pulled a rabbit out of it! to emphasise an area of land that is higher than the land around it, but not as high as a mountain
highlight hill
v n
/halat/ /hl/
image imagination
n n
impact (on) important impression in their own right inexpensive instantly landscape logistic luxurious
/mpkt (n)/ /mptnt/ /mpren/ /n e(r) n rat/ /nk spensv/ /nstntli/ / lndskep/ /ldstk/ /lris/
a picture of sb/sth seen in a mirror, through a camera, or on a television or computer Make sure the image is clear before you take a picture. the ability to create pictures in your mind I never said I would give you any money its all in your imagination! Do not confuse imaginative (a person who has a lot of imagination) with imaginary (a person or thing that exists only in ones imagination). the powerful effect that sth has on sb/sth the impact of tourism on a countrys economy of great value Its important that students do not miss classes. an opinion Whats your impression of the new English teacher? because of their own merit or value not costing a lot of money We stayed at a small inexpensive hotel. immediately Be careful this rat poison is so dangerous that it could kill you instantly! everything you can see when you look across a large area of land that is connected to the organisation necessary to make a complicated plan successful Also logistical (adj) very comfortable and expensive a luxurious hotel
manipulation mark match matter meanwhile multiply notice on the part of option ordinary outdo (outdid, outdone) passionately
/mnpju len/ /mk/ /mt/ /mt(r)/ /minwal/ /mltpla/ /nts/ /n pt v/ /pn/ /dnri/ /atdu/ (/atdd/, /atdn/) /pntli/
connected with the ability to handle objects skilfully to be a sign that sth new is going to happen This speech may mark a change in government policy. to be equal, to be as good, interesting, successful, etc. as sb/sth else to be important or have an important effect on sb/sth It doesnt matter if youre late, well start without you. in the period of time between two times or two events Ill pop to the shops for some groceries. Meanwhile, you start preparing lunch. to increase or make sth increase very much in number or amount to see or hear sb/sth; to become aware of sb/sth Did you notice Megans new haircut? made or done by somebody It was a mistake on the part of our secretary. sth that you can choose to have or do You have two options to choose from: French or Spanish. normal, usual ordinary people like you and me to do more or better than sb else Some local businesses have outdone big supermarket chains in customer service. in a way that shows strong feelings of enthusiasm for sth or belief in sth Josh is passionately involved in computer games he spends many hours in front of the screen. to choose
pick
/pk/
phr v
/pl nt/
n adv v
n n n adj n
require
/rkwa(r)/
Pick whichever colour you like best. to connect a piece of electrical equipment to the main supply of electricity or to another piece of electrical equipment Your hairdryer wont work you havent plugged it into the socket! the way in which sb is sitting or standing To do this exercise, you start at a kneeling position. almost, very nearly The theatre was practically empty. to be in charge of preparing a film, play, etc. for the public to see The film didnt cost much to produce, but it was a big hit at the box-office. advertising used to increase the sales of a product attention from the media There was a lot of publicity for the film The Lord of the Rings. how good or bad sth is These shoes are expensive because the leather they are made of is really good quality. easy to identify Their house is easily recognisable its painted bright green. official rules that seem more complicated than necessary and prevent things from being done quickly When we decided to move our shop to a new location, we had never expected so much red tape! to need
search (for) shade shoot (shot, shot) skilled socialise (with) soldier special effects
v n v adj v n n pl
/st (f(r))/ /ed/ /ut/ (/t/, /t/) /skld/ /slaz (w)/ sld(r) /spel fekts/
Driving a car requires extreme concentration. a great change in conditions, ways of working, etc. that affects large numbers of people The Internet brought about a revolution in communication. a thing that you are given because you have done sth good or worked hard a reward for good behaviour giving pleasure a satisfying job a part of a film, play or book in which the action happens in one place Action scenes in James Bond movies are really spectacular. to look for the dark areas in a picture, esp. the use of these to produce variety Shade can also mean a particular form of a colour to make a film or photograph of sth Early in the morning there wasnt enough light to shoot the scene, so we had to wait for a couple of hours. having enough ability, experience and knowledge to be able to do sth well Skilled workers are hard to find these days. to go out with people and have fun a member of an army, esp. one who is not an officer unusual or exciting pieces of action in films or TV programmes, that are created by computers
speed speed up strange suggest suitable take up (took, taken) timeconsuming tool traditional triumph unwilling
/spid/ /spid p/ /strend/ /sdest/ /sjutbl/ or / sutbl/ /tek p/ (/tk/, / tekn/) /tam knsjum/ /tul/ /trdnl/ /tramf/ /nwl/
the rate at which sb/sth moves or travels The accident happened because the car was going at top speed. to make sth move or happen faster If you are going to finish that job by the end of the day, you will need to speed up. unusual or surprising Thats a very strange pen; where did you find it? to state sth indirectly, to imply Im sorry, but I dont get it. Are you suggesting that you might not help us? right for a particular purpose to use time or space for an activity Her grand piano takes up almost the entire living room. taking a lot of time a time-consuming task, job a thing that helps you to do your job or to achieve sth Language can be a very powerful tool, especially in literature. following older methods and ideas rather than modern or different ones traditional methods of teaching a great success, achievement or victory Judys masters degree was certainly a personal triumph. not wanting to do sth and refusing to do it I cant explain why Lukes so unwilling to help Miranda.
n n pl adj adj n v
a number of different types of the same thing Have you tried that new variety of ice cream called Red Fruits? unusual or exciting pictures, scenes, etc. used in films or TV programmes (of sbs imagination) able to form pictures of ideas, situations, etc. easily in the mind full, complete He spent the whole day writing. a piece of metal in the form of thin thread that is used to carry an electric current or signal to have the result or effect you want My plan worked.
/ l we/ / nat at/ /prprit/ /bi n we/ /brek bk/ /ba we/ /km plent/ /ksatd/ /fand j(r) we/ /et ba/ (/t/, /t/) /et ma n we/ /v (sb) r/
far away an evening that you spend enjoying yourself away from home I prefer a night out at a dance club to going to the cinema. suitable, correct I dont think it is appropriate to wear jeans to a funeral. to block or stop sb from moving or doing sth The traffic warden told us to move our car because it was in the way. spend more money than you can afford phrase used for adding sth to the conversation the act of stating reasons for not being satisfied with sth On the whole, its an excellent hotel, although weve had a few complaints about poor room service. feeling or showing happiness and enthusiasm The children were excited about opening their presents. to find the right route to a place If you cant find your way to my office, just give me a call. to manage to live using the money you have I cant understand how John gets by on so little money! to get or do what you want, esp. when sb has tried to stop you Young children become very upset when they cant get their own way. to phone sb
phr
go out of my way host family ignore let (sb) know look forward to make (sb) feel at home mention on my way request sights similar vegetarian
/ at v ma we/ /hst fmli/ /n(r)/ /let (sb) n/ /lk fwd t/ /mek (sb) fil t hm/ /menn/ /n ma we/ /rkwest/ /sats/ /sml(r)/ /ved
to make a special effort to do sth Please dont go out of your way to prepare something special for lunch; a quick snack will do. a family that has people staying at their house to deliberately pay no attention to sth you know about Ignore the details and concentrate on the main ideas. inform sb, tell sb about sth to be thinking with pleasure about sth that is going to happen The whole family was looking forward to our trip to Disneyland! to make sb feel comfortable to write or speak about sth without giving much information Dont even mention his name. I hate him! during the journey On your way home, can you stop at the bakers and get some bread? to ask for sth in a polite way request a brochure from a travel agency interesting places in a town or city Im looking forward to going to Rome and seeing all the sights. like sb/sth but not exactly the same We are good friends with Vicky mainly because we have similar interests. a person who does not eat meat or fish
wait around
phr v
waste
to wait without doing very much, because you are expecting sb to arrive The actors had to wait around for an hour before the director arrived. to use more of sth than necessary Dont waste time watching TV all evening get on with your homework!
attention blanket care consider development due (to) exhausted flatmate focus (on) generation give (sb) a lift
go to the trouble hand in hold (held, held) hug interact laptop library lie-in manner move in move over nursery observe
/ t trbl/ hnd n /hld/ (/held/, /held/) /h/ /ntrkt/ /lptp/ /labrri/ /la n/ /mn(r)/ /muv n/ /muv v(r)/ /nsri/ /bzv/
to try hard to help sb You dont need to go to the trouble of making up a bed Ill sleep on the sofa. to give sth to sb in authority When do we have to hand in our compositions, sir? to carry sth Can you hold this box, while I unlock the door? to put your arms around sb and hold them tightly to communicate with sb, esp. while you work, play or spend time with them Games help children learn how to interact with each other. a small computer that can work with a battery and be easily carried a building in which collections of books, newspapers, etc. are kept for people to read, study or borrow when you stay in bed longer than normal in the morning I thought Id have a lie-in this morning as theres no school today. the way that sth is done or happens to start to live in your new home We need to make some repairs to the house before we move in. to change your position in order to make room for sb Do you mind moving over a bit to make room for another chair at the table? a place where small children are cared for while their parents are at work to watch sb/sth carefully, esp. to learn more about them
adj n phr v n
v phr v v n n n n
/pruv/ /pruv t bi/ /rek mend/ /rd/ /rl/ /spit/ / sbsttju t (f(r))/ /tam/
traditional I love the good old-fashioned cooking of my grandmother. an animal, a bird, etc. that you have at home for pleasure to make sth clear to sb He pointed out that it was Sunday and so the shops would all be closed. doing an activity regularly so that you can improve your skill With some more practice, I think Steve might win the piano competition. to show that sth is true I know Liam is responsible for the mistake, but I cant prove it. be discovered that it is Im sure this film will prove to be a great success. to tell sb that sth is good and that they should try it Can you recommend me a good book to read? to think of sth, to have an opinion of sth I dont regard this problem as very serious. the function or position that sb has or is expected to have in an organization, in society or in a relationship the role of the teacher in the classroom the ability to speak I seemed to have lost the power of speech. a person or thing that you use instead of the one you normally use Raw cane sugar is a healthier substitute for regular sugar. the act of choosing when sth happens Good timing is very important in the achievement of your
n n v v adj
goals. a young child who has just learnt to walk a thing that helps you to do your job or to achieve sth research tools like questionnaires to behave in a particular way towards sb/sth You should always treat elderly people with respect. to catch your foot on sth and fall or almost fall Be careful not to trip over the childrens toys lying on the floor. worried, unhappy
/dst (t)/ /d vtsmnt / /prt/ /t/ /t wn sted/ /(r)/ /velbl/ /bhev/ /bt(r)/ /bk/ /bd(r)/
to get used to a new situation a notice, picture or film telling people about a product or service According to the advertisement, you can use this liquid to clean almost anything at home. Also: advert (n) or ad (n) to come near As you approach the school youll see the forest. a curved structure sometime in the past writer sth that you can find or buy Photocopies are available free of charge in the school library. to do things in a particular way If you cant behave yourselves then you will have to leave the classroom. angry and unhappy John was very bitter when he lost his job after twenty-five years. an arrangement you make in advance to buy a ticket or travel somewhere I think Ill make a booking for the Friday performance. the line that divides one country from another country The robbers were over the border before the police could
approach arch at one stage author available behave bitter booking border
v n n n adj v adj n n
bread bin cant get your head around celebrity charge command company concerned (about) courage craft craftsman customs declaration delivery demand
n idm n n n n adj n n n n pl n n n
/bred bn/ /knt et j(r) hed rand/ /slebrti/ /td/ /kmnd/ /kmpni/ /knsnd (bat)/ /krd/ /krft/ / krftsm n/ /kstmz/ /dekl ren/ /dlvri/ /dmnd/
catch them. a container for bread find sth difficult to understand I really cant get my head around how she persuaded me to lend her such a big amount of money! a famous person the money that you pay for goods or a service There will be no charge for the delivery of the new fridge. an order The lieutenant gave the command and his men started firing. a business Microsoft is the biggest software company in the world. worried about sth Im concerned that youve been missing a lot of classes lately and your marks have been going down too. the ability to do sth dangerous and not feel afraid Mary showed great courage in the face of danger. a boat or ship a skilled person who makes sth by hand the place at a port or airport where your luggage is checked an official or formal statement taking goods to the people who have ordered them a delivery van the need of customers for goods or services There is a huge demand for ice cream and soft drinks at
destination doorway effect effortlessly elegant employee enable enquire expectation extract facilities fair enough feature fill in flight of stairs
/dest nen/ /dwe/ /fekt/ /eftlsli/ /elnt/ /mpli/ /nebl/ /nkwa(r)/ /ekspek ten/ /ekstrkt/ /fsltiz/ /fe(r) nf/ /fit(r)/ /fl n/ /flat v stez/
the caf during the summer months. the place you are travelling to the opening where a door fits result The teachers long absence had a negative effect on the students progress. needing little or no effort designed well, attractive, well-dressed a person who is paid to work for a company It is a huge company with hundreds of employees. to give sb a way of doing sth Internet Explorer enables you to surf the net. to ask for information a belief that sth will happen because it is likely The expectation is that our 100-metre champion will get a gold medal at the Olympics. a short passage from a book services or equipment provided for a particular purpose leisure facilities used to say that an idea or suggestion seems reasonable If you dont like horror films, fair enough; we can watch something else. an important, interesting or typical part to complete a form with information If you want to take part in the competition then fill in this form. a series of steps between two floors We also say a flight of steps
general public get across (got, got) go through (went, been) handle have (sth) to spare honestly in the way of invest (in) keep to landing leaflet long-haul flight maid
/denrl pblk/ /et krs/ (/t/, /t/) / ru/ (/went/, /bin/) /hndl/ /hv t spe(r)/ /nstli/ /n we v/ /nvest (n)/ /kip t/ /lnd/ /liflt/ /l hl flat/ /med/
people in general to communicate sth and be understood Some charismatic politicians manage to get their ideas across very easily. to experience, to suffer Cindy has been going through a very difficult period since her fathers death. to control a vehicle/machine/tool to have more than you need of sth used to emphasise that what you are saying is true, even if it may seem surprising Honestly, I have never been to a museum or art gallery. used to talk about the types of sth that are available In our village there isnt much in the way of nightlife. Used in questions and negative sentences. to spend money on sth which you believe will make a profit to continue doing or using sth and not want to change it Aunt Beth always visits us on my birthday; she has kept to this habit since I was born. when an aeroplane touches the ground The experienced pilot made a very smooth landing. one or a few printed pages given free of charge to advertise or give information about sth a long-distance flight a female servant
idm v v v
/mek t/ /mand/ /mnmaz/ /ms/ /msnd std/ /muv has/ /nvs/ /bstkl/ /fl/ /n bd/ /pret(r)/ /rdnli/ /at
misunderstood adj move house nervous obstacle official on board operator originally outstanding phr adj n n prep phr n adv adj
to be successful in your career I couldnt believe my ears when they told me Tess had made it as a top model! to be upset, annoyed or worried by sth Its OK; I dont mind staying in tonight. to reduce the effect of sth to fail to do or have sth I wasnt feeling very well, so I decided to miss my dance lesson. having qualities that people do not see or fully understand a misunderstood artist to change the place where you live After ten years in the city, we decided to move house and live in a village. anxious, worried, afraid sth that makes it difficult for you to achieve sth The fact that he didnt have a university degree was an obstacle to his career. a person who is in a position of authority in a large organisation government officials on or in a ship/train/plane a person in charge of a telephone system Call 4355 and the operator will put you through to the person you want to talk to. at the beginning, at the start of sth This building was originally a school, but later it was turned into a museum. excellent, fantastic
parcel passenger perfectly pleasure previous property provide put forward quarters query questionnaire railing
stnd/ /psl/ / psnd(r )/ /pfktli/ /ple(r)/ /privis/ /prpti/ /prvad/ /pt fwd/ /kwtz/ /kwri/ /kwest ne(r)/ /rel/
something that is wrapped in paper so that it can be sent by mail or given as a present a person who is travelling in a car, bus, etc. and who is not working on it completely You know perfectly well we simply cannot afford to buy a new car this year. a feeling of being happy I read books for pleasure, not just to learn something new. happening before the event you are talking about The previous owner of the car was a careful driver so it is in very good condition. land and buildings This property, with its huge gardens, swimming pool and tennis court, is worth millions of pounds. to give sth, to make sth available The company Phone Away provides much cheaper Internet access than the other phone companies. to suggest an idea All the staff were asked to put forward ideas for saving money. rooms that are provided for soldiers, servants, etc. to live in to ask a question/questions, esp. when you think information is wrong a written list of questions that people answer so that you can get information about their opinion a fence made of metal bars
recover reference number rental resident roll routine run to schedule senior worker series servant signature soak space stand up for (stood, stood) standard
/rkv(r)/ /refrns nmb(r)/ /rentl/ /rezdnt/ /rl/ /rutin/ /rn t edjul/ /sini(r) wk(r)/ /sriz/ /svnt/ / snt(r)/ /sk/ /spes/ /stnd p f(r)/ (/std/, /std/) /stndd/
to get well again after an illness It took me a week to recover from the flu. a number that shows where sb can find a piece of information arrangement to rent sth person who lives in a particular place a small round loaf of bread for one person the normal order and way in which you regularly do things If you make exercise part of your daily routine, you will become fit very quickly. happen according to an official timetable a worker higher in rank or status than others a number of, a set of a series of articles in the newspaper a person who cleans, cooks and helps in another persons house your name as you usually write it at the end of a letter You must put your signature and the date in the box at the bottom of the form. to leave sth in a liquid for some time to get wet empty area or area available for use It took us a long time to find a parking space. to say sth to show that you support sth/sb My mum always stands up for me against my dad even if Ive done something wrong. a level of quality, esp. one that people think is acceptable
starve step suit survey take into consideration take it easy take its toll (on) take part in terminal the dizzy heights of fame the nerve undo (undid, undone) unpack
/stv/ /step/ /sjut/ or / sut/ /sve/ /tek nt kn sdren/ /tek t izi/ /tek ts tl (n)/ /tek pt n/ /tmnl/ / dzi hats v fem/ / nv/ /ndu/ (/ndd/, /ndn/) /npk/
to suffer or die because of lack of food The puppies were starving when we found them but weve given them plenty to eat and they seem much better now. a surface where you put your foot when you go up to a different level of a structure, e.g. stairs to be convenient or useful Does two oclock suit you for the meeting? an investigation of the behaviour or opinions of a group of people to think about sth when you make a decision be cool and not get upset or stressed to cause a lot of damage The heavy rain took its toll on Berlin a lot of buildings were flooded and there was chaos in the streets. to participate in How many Greek athletes took part in the 2004 Olympics? a set of buildings at an airport Were leaving from Heathrow Airport, Terminal 2. an important position the courage to do sth I just didnt have the nerve to ask for a pay rise. to open sth that is fastened or tied with buttons or a zip to take things out of a suitcase
adj phr v
worth a lot of money to calculate, to find the answer I cant work out the answer to this question.
/knddt/ or / knddet/ /nvarn mentl/ / zmn(r)/ /kspnd (n)/ /mpruv/ /lst/ /nebhd/ /sf ntnet/ /tek dip bre/ /n sjutbl/ or /nsutbl/
a person taking an exam Nearly half the FCE candidates worldwide are Greeks. connected with the natural conditions in which people, animals and plants live The documentary highlighted some important environmental issues. a person who writes or asks the questions in an exam to add details, to talk more in order to explain to become better than before Kevins Spanish improved significantly once he got the job in Madrid. to continue for a particular period of time The film lasts about two hours. a district or an area of a town to use the internet I was surfing the internet looking for information on Indian music. to take a lot of air in through your mouth and nose At the top of the mountain I took a deep breath. not right for a particular purpose
n v v v
neighbourhood n surf the phr internet take a deep breath unsuitable phr adj
much, a lot feeling or impression that is given by sb/sth Despite being an amateur, the young man had the air of a real professional. strange, from another country or place an alien culture to be written or mentioned somewhere The authors name appears on the cover of the book. to have a strong desire to become sth, to achieve sth At the moment Cindy is working as a secretary but she aspires to greater things she hopes that one day shell be the manager of the company. speaking two languages very well to annoy, to upset sb a place in a school, factory or office, where people who work can get their meals to say that sth is true, but without proof Brian claims that his great grandfather was a prince. the state of being together in the same place at the same time to live in a peaceful coexistence with your neighbours being difficult to understand
adj v n v n n
v n phr v
n phr v
to admit that sth is true a short course of lessons, usually to prepare for a test to begin to happen At first she was enthusiastic about starting her own business but then doubts began to creep into her mind. an accepted way of behaving or of doing things in a society to begin to realise sth for the first time It suddenly dawned on me that the reason nobody had phoned me on my birthday was that I had switched my mobile phone off. to gradually grow or become bigger, stronger, etc. The small seaside town quickly developed into a major port. the part of the port where goods are loaded onto ships to move along slowly in water or air Ben switched off the engine and the boat drifted slowly down the river. to think or believe that sth will happen We are expecting very cold weather next weekend. to become less bright These curtains have been at the windows all summer and the sunlight has faded them. an area that is surrounded by farm buildings a popular way of behaving, doing an activity, etc. Those days the fashion was to invite the whole village to your childrens weddings. to be the right shape or size
v n pl v v v n n v
gain gas pedal (NAmE) genuine glance gleaming hastily hint hitch home-brewed cider immerse iron meticulously minor
/en/ /s pedl/ /denjun/ /lns/ /lim/ /hestli/ /hnt/ /ht/ /hm brud sad(r)/ /ms/ /an/ /m tkjlsli/ /man(r)/
These jeans fit me perfectly; theyre exactly what I needed. to get sth After all the rich food I ate at Christmas I gained three kilos! the pedal you press to control the speed of a vehicle; BrE = accelerator authentic, real, true Genuine CDs are a lot more expensive than the cheap copies you can buy on the street. to look quickly at sth Martha glanced at her watch and told me the time. shining The children stared at the gleaming sports car. said, made or done very quickly When he heard about the accident he hastily put on his coat and rushed out of the house. sth that suggests what will happen Ill give you a hint as to what your present is its small, shiny and expensive! a small problem an alcoholic drink made of apples that is made at home to involve yourself completely in sth to make clothes, etc. smooth by using an iron very carefully, paying attention to every detail not serious or important
adj idm
/msb hev/ /nev(r) mand/ / njuzrm/ /nt l t z krkt p t bi/ /b skjrti/ /kjupa/ /dil/ /pes/ /ptisri/ /pisfl/ /pkt resk/ /pl / /pres/ /pr resvli/ /prpli/
a minor problem behaving badly used to suggest that sth is not important so one shouldnt worry or be upset I cant come to the cinema tonight. Never mind, well go without you. the room at a newspaper office where news is received and prepared for printing not as good as people think or expected the state in which sb/sth has been forgotten He spent most of his life working in obscurity. to take up a lot of space or time My fathers huge desk occupies nearly the whole room. very difficult experience the power of description which produces feelings of sadness or pity (from French) a shop that sells cakes quiet, calm, not violent pretty, because it looks old-fashioned a picturesque village to make shiny to iron, to make clothes smooth steadily and continuously The music got progressively louder as we neared the disco. in a way that is correct or appropriate Theres something wrong with the coffee-maker, its not
newsroom not all it is cracked up to be obscurity occupy ordeal pathos patisserie peaceful picturesque polish press progressively properly
proximity purchase quayside realise reasonable relief remain remove replacement resemble roar roast
n n n v adj n v v n v v adj
/prk smti/ /pts/ /kisad/ /rlaz/ /riznbl/ /rlif/ /rmen/ /rmuv/ /r plesmnt/ /rzembl/ /r(r)/ /rst/
working properly. being near sb or sth sth which you have bought Mrs Melton put her purchases into her bag and left the shop. a platform where boats come in to load, and the area near it to manage to do sth important Amy would do anything to realise her dream of becoming a pop star. sensible After all the hard work Ive done over the last two years I think its reasonable to ask for a pay rise. the feeling of happiness that you have when sth unpleasant stops or does not happen News of the childrens safety came as a great relief. to be left A lot of food remained at the end of the party. to take sth/sb away from a place It took days to remove the trees that had fallen across the streets during the hurricane. sth or sb who takes the place of sth or sb else We need a replacement for MIke, who is leaving to go to America. to look or be like sb Of course they resemble each other theyre twins! to make a very loud, deep sound The lions roared as they ran into the circus ring. cooked in an oven or over a fire
rural (sbs) mind boggles sheepishly shout shrink (shrank, shrunk) sigh stare steam away from subtract suffice superiority
/rrl/ /(sbs) mand blz/ /ipli/ /at/ /rk/ (/rk/, /rk/) /sa/ /ste(r)/ /stim we frm/ /sbtrkt/ /sfas/ /supri rti/ /sspn/
roast beef connected with the countryside sth is so unbelievable that you find it hard to believe, you are amazed in a very embarrassed way to speak loudly or angrily to sb Please dont shout; just tell me whats wrong. to become smaller Dont wash your woollen pullover in hot water because it will shrink. an act or the sound of taking and then letting out a long deep breath I dont have much time, but Ill wait, she said with a sigh. to look at sb or sth for a long time When I told Jason that he had won the lottery he just stared at me in amazement. to move away from a place on a boat (in Mathematics) to take a number away What do you get if you subtract 15 from 33? to be enough for sth One example will suffice to explain the meaning of this word. being better, more powerful, etc. than others, or thinking that you are The superiority of this computer is clear its faster, has more memory and is better designed. a feeling sth is wrong, illegal or dishonest I have a suspicion that she isnt telling the truth.
suspicion
tactfully take after (took, taken) take away (took, taken) take in (took, taken) take over (took, taken) take up (took, taken) tap the point of no return tractor turn into unfamiliar
adv phr v
/tktfli/ /tek ft(r)/ (/tk/, / tekn/) /tek we/ (/tk/, / tekn/) /tek n/ (/tk/, / tekn/) /tek v(r)/ (/tk/, / tekn/) /tek p/ (/tk/, / tekn/) /tp/ / pnt v n r tn/ /trkt(r)/ /tn nt/ /nf mli(r)/
in a careful way so that nobody gets annoyed or upset to look like an older person in your family Both their daughters have taken after their mother they have the same eyes and hair. to remove, to subtract If you take away three from ten, how much have you got left, Helen? to understand what you see or hear We told Granny that her house was destroyed in the earthquake but she just cant seem to take it in. to gain control of a company Volkswagen took over Lamborghini, Skoda and Seat some years ago. to use time or space for an activity Her grand piano takes up almost the entire living room. a light hit the time when you must continue with what you have decided to do, because it is not possible to get back to an earlier situation a powerful motor vehicle with two large and two smaller wheels, used especially for pulling farm machinery to transform, to become sth different At the end of the story the frog turns into a handsome prince. that you do not know or recognise At first I felt very uncomfortable with all those unfamiliar
adj n pl n
faces around me, but soon I recognised a few old friends of mine. used to emphasise that you are talking about a particular thing or person and not about another Thats the very thing I need. long rubber boots that you wear to walk through water or mud a period of time that a young person, esp. a student, spends working in a company as a form of training
/ rf a d/ /km den/ /kmpni/ /la/ /z f(r) z z kn snd/ /tend/ /bsadz s/ /kt/ /kmp tn/ /knfrns/ /kn rtulet (n)/ /kntr bjun/ /knvnst/
a general idea a place to live, work or stay in Accommodation in a five-star hotel is very expensive. to go somewhere with sb How many teachers will accompany the students on their trip? to let sb do sth You are not allowed to use a calculator during the test. as regards As far as cooking is concerned, no one is better than Mum. to be present somewhere, to go somewhere quite often apart from this a comfortable bus for long journeys an event in which people compete with each other to find out who is the best at sth a large official meeting tell sb that you are pleased because he/she has achieved sth I congratulated Helen on passing her driving test. money given to an organization to help pay for sth completely sure about sth Ken seemed convinced his brother would come first in the competition.
deadline delegate delighted encourage entitle entry event expenses paid finance get benefit (from) grateful head teacher in addition
/dedlan/ /delt/ /dlatd/ /nkrd/ /ntatl/ /entri/ /vent/ /kspens ped/ /fanns/ /et benft (frm)/ /retfl/ /hed tit(r)/ /n dn/
date before which sth must be finished The deadline for handing in our compositions is this Friday. a person elected to represent a group of people very pleased to give support or confidence to sb to give a book a title painting, poem, etc. that you put into a competition a planned public or social occasion a fund-raising event without having to pay yourself, free of charge to give the money to pay for sth The new motorway will be financed by the government. to get an advantage from sth showing thanks to sb a teacher who is in charge of a school used when you want to mention another person or thing after sth else In addition to popcorn, Aunt Jessica bought us drinks to take into the cinema. a sign that shows that sth is happening information given to become a member of sth My dad joined the army in 1990.
n phr v
judge panel participate (in) prize rush (sth) takes it out of you take advantage of take care of take place take shape takes time (took, taken) transactional letter venue
/dd/ /pnl/ /p tspet (n)/ /praz/ /r/ /(sthg) teks t at v ju/ /tek d vntd v/ /tek ke(r) v/ /tek ples/ /tek ep/ /teks tam/ (/tk/, / tekn/) /trn zknl let(r)/ /venju/
to form an opinion about sb or sth Judging by what she said, she was very pleased. a group of experts who give their advice to take part in an activity All students are invited to participate in the school play. sth given to sb who is a winner The first prize is a three-day break in London! to make sth move faster (sth) tires you a lot to use well Take advantage of the sales and buy your new computer now! to look after, to keep safe from harm to happen The school song contest will take place on November 6th. to develop well cannot be done quickly, cannot be rushed a letter that requires action on the part of the recipient the place where an event takes place
investigate keep a record of (kept, kept) likely (to) make sense native speaker range recently regularly research scientific shortage slim chance storehouse survival the globe
v v phr
/n vestet/ /kip rekd v/ (/kept/, /kept/) /lakli (t)/ /mek sens/ /netv spik(r)/ /rend/ /risntli/ /rejlli/ /rist/ /san tfk/ /td/ /slm tns/ /sthas/ /svavl/ / lb/
to find out information and facts about a subject or problem by study or research The police are investigating the burglary at the City Hall. to keep a written account of sth
probable or expected to have a meaning that you can easily understand This phrase doesnt make sense; what do you think it means? a person who speaks a language as their first language to include a variety of things Metalex manufacture products ranging from buckets to cars. not long ago Have you seen Liam recently? at regular intervals or times a careful study of a subject connected with science a scientific discovery situation when there isnt enough of sth that is needed There are water shortages on the island in the summer. a small possibility of sth happening building where things are stored continuing to live despite danger, difficulties, etc. the world
timetable
/tamtebl/
transfer transmit
v v
/ trnsf(r )/ /trnsmt/
a list showing the times at which particular events will happen Check the timetable and see when the first train to Bristol leaves tomorrow morning. to move from one place to another to pass sth from one person to another I will try not to transmit my fear of heights to my son.
employment fund grab in the hope of incredible industry knock-on let go limit marine measures outshine (outshone, outshone) paraphrase pencil in point of view
/m plmnt/ /fnd/ /rb/ /n hp v/ /nkredbl/ /ndstri/ /nk n/ /let / /lmt/ /mrin/ /mez/ /atan/ (/at n/, /at n/) /prfrez/ /pensl n/ /pnt v vju/
work done to earn money to provide money for sth, usually sth official The museum is privately funded. to take sth in a hurry or violently because you want sth to happen Susan did a crash course in French in the hope of getting that job in Paris. impossible to believe, unbelievable the people and activities involved in producing a particular thing, or in providing a particular service causing other events to happen one after another in a series to allow sb/sth to be free The little girl was scared and wouldnt let go of my hand. to stop sth from increasing connected with the sea official actions done to achieve sth The headmistress took measures to reduce bullying in school. to be more impressive than sb/sth
v phr v n
to express sth in different words to make a note of sth that might need to be changed Our teacher asked us to pencil in the trip to Paris in our diaries. a particular way of considering or judging a situation From a passengers point of view, the XL model is the
proportions raise money respect sideline source tour operator turn out (to be) volunteer wildlife
n pl phr v n n n phr v n n
/pr pnz/ /rez mni/ /rspekt/ /sadlan/ /ss/ /t(r) pret(r)/ /tn at (t bi)/ /vln t(r)/ /waldlaf/
most comfortable. measurement of sth, its shape and size to collect money, usually to help sb to be careful about sth Young people should respect the elderly. sth you do apart from your normal job in order to earn extra money the place where sth comes from The school library is a source of information for both students and teachers a person or company that organises tours to prove to be The job turned out to be more interesting that I had thought. a person who does a job without being paid for it animals, birds, insects, etc. that are wild and live in a natural environment
n pl n v n
n v n adj n n
n n v v n v n n
the protection of the natural environment a group of people involved in a particular job or activity When Jason joined the diplomatic corps, we were all very happy for him. to provide enough money for sth Two hundred euros should cover your travel expenses. to eat dinner an act or the process of finding sb/sth not known before to officially remove sb from their job He was dismissed because he was always late for work. a situation in which people behave violently in a public place something that is given to a person or an organisation such as a charity We are grateful for even the smallest donations to our charity. to put on special clothes to pretend to be sb/sth different The girls love to dress up as princesses. to start to do sth new or difficult Before you embark on home repairs, make sure you have calculated costs accurately. a sudden or unexpected meeting This chapter describes the encounter of young Lizzy and a fox in the woods. amusement The cinema is my favourite entertainment. used to emphasise that the whole of sth is involved The entire island was destroyed by the earthquake.
exotic far and wide festivities floorless foundation fun-loving get through (got, got) gourmet headquarters height high-tech ride hit huge impressive in the open air
adj idm n pl adj n adj phr v adj n pl n phr n adj adj phr
/ztk/ /f(r) nd wad/ /festvtiz/ /fl(r)ls/ /fanden/ /fn lv/ /et ru/ (/t/, /t/) /me/ /hed kwtz/ /hat/ /ha tek rad/ /ht/ /hjud/ /mpresv/ /n
exciting and unusual because it is connected with foreign countries brightly coloured exotic flowers everywhere Weve searched for our cat far and wide, but we cant find him. the activities that are organised to celebrate a special event New Years festivities without a floor an organisation that is established to provide money for a particular purpose liking to enjoy themselves to manage to do or complete sth Vivian got through her exams with excellent marks, even though she was sick the whole week before. of high quality and often expensive Only before a noun. a place from which an organisation is controlled Most companies prefer to have their headquarters in the city centre. the measurement of how tall a person or thing is a large machine of the latest technology at an amusement park a thing that is very popular a hit musical extremely large The film was a huge success; it sold millions of tickets. making you feel admiration happening outside rather than inside a building
inhabit jaw-dropping kick (sb) out of kick myself kick off kick up a fuss kid killer whale launch leading
pn e(r)/ /nhbt/ /d drp/ /kk (sb) at v/ /kk maself/ /kk f/ /kk p fs/ /kd/ /kl(r) wel/ /lnt/ /lid/
In the summer, there are cinemas where you can watch a film in the open air. to live in a particular place The summer house has not been inhabited for more than a year. very surprising; impressive; making you feel respect and admiration to make sb leave or go away They were kicked out of the pub because they were drunk and started to cause trouble. to be annoyed with myself because I have done sth stupid Shell kick herself when she realises she could have won the competition. to start Wed better kick off with the meeting at nine or is it too early? to complain loudly about sth Did you have to kick up a fuss about such a silly mistake? child When I was a kid, I used to love playing Monopoly. a small black and white whale that eats meat the action of sending a spacecraft, weapon, etc. into space or into the sky most important or most successful My brother has just been offered the leading role in a new TV series! Only before a noun. a set of items or events arranged to follow one another
line-up
/lan p/
located
adj
/lketd/
manage masses (of) massive nail-biting numerous opportunity perform pet protest queue
/mnd/ /msz (v)/ /msv/ /nel bat/ / njumrs / /p tjunti/ /pfm/ /pet/ /prtest/ /kju/
There is a very interesting line-up of documentaries on TV this week. if sth is located in a particular place, it exists there or has been put there The bedrooms are located on the first floor. Not used before a noun. to succeed in doing sth, esp. sth difficult a large number or amount of sth very large, heavy and solid a massive rock making you feel very excited or anxious because you do not know what is going to happen Usually before a noun. existing in large numbers a chance; a time when it is possible to achieve sth Their offer was such a good opportunity that we decided not to miss it. to entertain an audience by playing a piece of music, acting in a play, etc. perform in front of a live audience to move your hand gently over an animal or a child in a kind and loving way to say or do sth to show that you disagree with or disapprove of sth, esp. publicly Students took to the streets to protest against the decision. a line of people waiting for sth or to do sth
rescue
/reskju/
n v n n
n n n n n v adj
When I saw the huge queue at the bank, I decided not to wait. the act of saving sb/sth from a dangerous or difficult situation As soon as the man heard the boy scream, he ran to his rescue. limitation Most highways have a speed restriction. to make sth known to sb When the scandal was revealed by the press, the minister was forced to resign. a large seal that is found on the shores of the Pacific Ocean something that is known about by only a few people and not told to others A good friend should keep your secrets and not tell anyone else. a period of time that is spent doing a particular activity a session with his personal trainer a safe place for sb a spacecraft designed to be used for travelling between the earth and a space station a piece of equipment that artificially creates a particular set of conditions so that sb may experience sth that seems real a South American animal that lives in trees and moves very slowly to turn or make sth turn round and round quickly Some ice skaters can spin incredibly fast on the ice. the best of a group
steel stingray storey straight through tend (to be) terrifying the skys the limit theme park townspeople trainee trek trick
/stil/ /stre/ /stri/ /stret ru/ /tend/ /terfa/ / skaz lmt/ /im pk/ / tanzpipl / /treni/ /trek/ /trk/
The star prize of the competition is a trip to London, with all expenses paid. Usually before a noun. a strong hard metal that is made of a mixture of iron and carbon a kind of flat sea fish with a long tail a level of a building the lower storey of the house from one end or side of sth to the other to be likely Our village is up in the mountains, so winters tend to be very cold. extremely frightening there is no limit to what sb can achieve a large park where people go to enjoy themselves, and where much of the entertainment is connected with one subject or idea people who live in a particular town The townspeople were offered free day-passes to the resort. a person who is being taught how to do a particular job a long hard walk I dont think going back on foot is a good idea; its a long trek back home. a clever action that sb performs as a way of entertaining people The magicians last trick was unbelievable!
ultimate unique uplifting vacation vehicle warn wet whether wildlife refuge
/ltmt/ /junik/ /plft/ /vken/ /vikl/ /wn/ /wet/ /we(r)/ /waldlaf refjud/
most extreme, greatest or most important This five-star resort and spa guarantees the ultimate holiday for relaxation. very special or unusual Dont miss this unique opportunity to meet the film star in person! making you feel happier or more hopeful American English for holiday Vacation also means: one of the periods of time when schools are closed. sth that transports people from one place to another to tell sb about sth, esp. sth dangerous or unpleasant that is likely to happen, so that they can avoid it covered with or containing liquid, esp. water used to express a doubt or choice between two possibilities a place that provides shelter or protection for wild animals
introduce
/ntr djus/ /u/ /mr v(r)/ /nev les/ /nju r lis/ /fzkl/ /pbl/ /repju ten/ /skrin/ /sp pr/ /stnt/ /trfk/
issue moreover nevertheless new release physical publish reputation screen soap opera stunt terrific
In spite of the danger, the fireman entered the burning building to save the childs life. to tell two or more people who have not met before what each others names are May I introduce your new English teacher? Shes from New York. one of a regular series of magazines or newspapers in addition You have made serious mistakes in your work Mr Hadley. Moreover, you repeatedly arrive late for work. in spite of sth you have mentioned I trust him but nevertheless, when I gave him the money, I asked for a receipt. a film that has just been made available to the public with the body, not the mind to print a letter, an article, etc. in a newspaper or magazine the opinion people have about sb Stella has a reputation for being dishonest so dont leave your purse lying around. the flat surface at the front of a television or computer, or the large flat surface at the cinema, on which you see pictures or information a story about the lives of a group of people, which is broadcast regularly on TV dangerous act in a film great, fantastic Dont confuse it with terrifying which means frightening.
n n v phr
a series of short scenes from a film, shown as an advertisement a group of three books or films that have the same subject start being involved in When I became bored with waterskiing, I turned my attention to surfing.
hold a concert (held, held) howl in my view in public inspire interrupt lay the table (laid, laid) master member musical instrument mystery newsflash occurrence
v phr
/hld knst/ (/held/, /held/) /hal/ /n ma vju/ /n pblk/ /nspa(r)/ /ntrpt/ /le tebl/ (/led/, /led/) mst(r) memb(r) /mjuzkl nstrmnt / /mstri/ / njuzfl/ /krns/
to organise a concert
to make a long loud sound in my opinion In my view, schools should start later in the mornings. when other people, esp. people you do not know, are present to give sb the desire or enthusiasm to do sth well Great athletes often inspire children to get involved in sport. to do sth that stops sb else from what they were doing or saying to arrange knives, forks, plates, etc. on a table ready for a meal to learn or understand sth completely master a foreign language a person or an animal that belongs to a particular group Janine is a very close friend; shes practically a member of the family. an object used for producing musical sounds sth that is difficult to understand or to explain a short item of important news that is broadcast on radio or television sth that happens
adj phr v v n n
sensibly support
adj n
/sensbli/ /spt/
suspect
/sspekt/
containing a lot of a particular thing My handbag was so packed with things that it took ages to find my mobile phone. to produce or present a play, a show, etc. I heard that the Badminton Theatre will be putting on Cats; is it true? to practise a play or a piece of music The band rehearsed for six hours, but they still werent ready for the concert. relative; a person who is in the same family as sb else a report in which sb gives their opinion of a book, play, film, etc. The new play must be good; it has received excellent reviews. in a way that shows good judgement As Liam wasnt feeling well, he sensibly decided not to go out for a drink. encouragement that you give to sb because you want them to be successful When I lost my job, I had no alternative but to ask my parents for financial support. to have an idea that sth is probably true or likely to happen, esp. sth bad, but without having definite proof
phr v adj
nothing can prevent us from achieving what we want to achieve to allow or accept sth that you dont agree with Our teacher is very strict and wont tolerate anyone talking in class. unpleasant; slightly cruel Karens unkind comments really upset my sister.
keen (on) mad about make a fuss make it to muddy my idea of object (to) postpone pretend
/kin (n)/ /md bat/ /mek fs/ /mek t t/ /mdi/ /ma ad v/ /bdekt (t)/ /pspn/ /prtend/
adj v phr n
interested in My sister is keen on jazz. liking sth/sb very much My son is mad about football; he never misses a match. to pay a lot of attention to sb to be able to be present at a place full of or covered in wet earth that is soft and sticky my impression of what sth is like Going to a football match is not my idea of fun; I find it incredibly boring. to disagree with, disapprove of or oppose sth Most local people object to the new highway. to arrange for an event to take place at a later time Judith came down with the flu, so we had to postpone our holidays for later in the spring. to behave in a way that makes other people believe sth that is not true I pretended to like Mums roast chicken, but in fact I didnt. not very good or impressive A hundred euros per night is too much money for such a second-rate hotel. to make mistakes and stop while speaking in a play or film sth pleasant that you give to, or do for, sb Going to the zoo is a special treat for me and my brother.
crossroads n pl disappointment n
divide drop earthenware earthly errand extract for fortune frost glove go through (went, gone) halt happen (to be) have in
pntmnt/ /dvad/ /drp/ / nwe(r)/ /li/ /ernd/ /ekstrkt/ /f(r)/ /ftun/ /frst/ /lv/ / ru/ (/went/, /n/) /hlt/ /hpn (t bi)/ /hv n
to separate They divided the birthday cake into 15 pieces. to let fall by accident Oh no! Ive dropped the vase and broken it! made of hard-baked clay an earthenware pot connected with life on earth a short journey to buy/get/do sth for sb a short passage from a book, piece of music, etc. that gives you an idea of what the whole thing is like because We should all demonstrate against war, for peace is the most valuable thing in the world. a lot of money When his uncle died, Danny came into an enormous fortune. thin layer of white ice that appears when temperature reaches freezing point a covering for the hand with separate parts for each finger and the thumb to examine sth carefully in order to find sth I went through the whole notebook without finding the algebra formulas I needed. to stop to do or be sth by chance Come round for a cup of coffee next time you happen to be in town. have similar characteristics
common hide (hid, hidden) hole in the form of keepsake lead (led, led) medal miss (sth) motto v n phr n v n v n
kmn/ /had/ (/hd/, / hdn/) /hl/ /n fm v/ /kipsek/ /lid/ (/led/, /led/) /medl/ /ms/ /mt/
My sister and I have a lot in common; we both like books, music and sports. to put or keep sb/sth in a place where they/it cannot be seen or found a hollow space in sth solid or in the surface of sth The bomb blew a huge hole in the ground. the particular way sth is, seems, looks or is presented Help in the form of money will be very welcome. a small object sb gives you so that you can remember them to connect one place to another This narrow path leads up to the top of the hill. a flat piece of metal that is given to the winner of a competition or to sb who has been brave to notice that sb or sth is not where they should be Were missing about five pieces for this puzzle its so annoying. a short sentence that expresses the beliefs of a person or an institution Knowledge, tradition, discipline is the motto of our school. at a distance so that sth cannot be reached Jenny put the cake tin out of reach on a high shelf so the children wouldnt be able to get it. a building, such as a stable, that is built near a main building a tube through which liquids or gases can flow a water pipe small area of water, especially artificial
phr n n n
possession poulterer poverty puddle rather recover sharply shortly skate slope stable-yard stow away stranger (to) stream take (sbs) fancy thaw the case
/pzen/ /pltr(r)/ /pvti/ /pdl/ /r(r)/ /rkv(r)/ /pli/ /tli/ /sket/ /slp/ /stebl jd/ /st we/ /strend(r) (t)/ /strim/ /tek (sbs) fnsi/ // / kes/
a fish pond sth that you own My little sisters most treasured possession is her teddy bear. a person who sells chickens, ducks, etc. the state of being poor A lot of people in third world countries live in poverty. a small amount of water that has collected in one place used to mean fairly or to some degree It was a rather difficult question. to find sth which was missing suddenly and by a large amount The road fell sharply away to the sea below. a short time (ago/in the future) Your friend left shortly before you arrived. to move on special shoes over ice if the ground slopes, it goes up or down an area around or near a stable (where horses are kept) to put sth in a safe place He stowed his penknife away in a pocket of his backpack. a person who is in a place that they have not been in before small river to attract or please sb The shiny Christmas decorations took the babys fancy. when ice turns back into water the true situation Ken told me Lyn might be in trouble. If thats the case, perhaps we could help her.
v n adj n n v
to send sth from your hand through the air by moving your hand or arm quickly Stop throwing stones at the window. the quality of being able to be seen through; sth like ice or glass valuable, that you consider very special a treasured memory an area of low land between hills or mountains a container made of glass, etc. used for holding cut flowers (of water) to carry sth in a particular direction Most of the leaves in our garden were washed away by the heavy rain.
n v n pl n phr v
statement about what you think will happen in the future to tell sb that you will definitely do sth or not do sth, or that sth will definitely happen Promise not to tell anyone! sth that is available to use the act of washing plates, glasses, etc. after a meal to clean and put things in a room in their proper place Mum doesnt mind if I bring friends over to play, as long as we tidy up my room when we finish.
prep phr v v
conventional
adj
/kn vennl/
damage enormous
v adj
/dmd/ /nms/
eventually exceptional fancy fit in (with) flexible fuel generation giant household influence juggle leisure meaningful pattern
/ventuli/ /ksepnl/ /fnsi/ /ft n (w)/ /fleksbl/ /fjul/ /den ren/ /dant/ / hashld/ /nfluns/ /dl/ /le(r)/ /minfl/ /ptn/
in the end unusually good Marian is an exceptional artist; you really ought to see her dance! to want sth Do you fancy going out tonight? to live, work, etc. in an easy and natural way with sb/sth I dont know how well Fay will fit in with her new classmates. able to change to suit new conditions or situations flexible working hours any material that we burn to produce heat or power all people born at the same time My grandmothers generation lived through some very hard times including war and poverty. very large all the people living together in a house Most households these days have at least one car. the effect that sb/sth has on the way a person thinks or behaves or on the way that sth works or develops What exactly is the influence of TV on children? to try to deal with two or more activities at the same time so that you can fit all of them into your life free time leisure activities serious and important a meaningful discussion the regular way in which sth happens or is done the changing patterns of weather
plant premises pressure retire revolutionary rewarding run out of (ran, run) suit supply the rat race throw away (threw, thrown) to an extent use up
/plnt/ /premsz/ /pre(r)/ /rta(r)/ /rev lunri/ /rwd/ /rn at v/ (/rn/, /rn/) /sjut/ or / sut/ /spla/ / rt res/ /r we/ (/ru/, /rn/) /t n k stent/ /jus p/
to place sth firmly in a particular place As soon as we reached the top, we planted a red flag so that the rest of our group could find us. the building and the area around it that a company uses difficulty environmental pressures to stop working because you have reached a certain age involving a great or complete change revolutionary advances in science worth doing a rewarding job to finish all of sth Weve run out of milk. Can you go to the supermarket and get some more? to be convenient or useful to sb Choose a computer to suit your needs. amount of sth that is available When the village was cut of by snow, food supplies were brought in by helicopter. the way of life of people living and working in a large city, where everyone competes in an aggressive way with each other in order to be more successful, earn more money, etc. to get rid of sth that you no longer want This CD is terribly scratched and doesnt play anymore; throw it away. partly to use all of sth so that there is none left
phr phr v
adj n adj
Its no wonder youve used up all the hot water! Youve been in the bath for ages! made to appear to exist by the use of computer software a picture in your imagination, a dream a vision of a world without war using more of sth than is necessary Its important to teach younger generations not to be wasteful of energy resources.
n n n phr v adv n n
n n n adj n n v n adj n
equivalent far afield farm fate fetch form furiously get the hang of gradually habitat
/ kwvlnt/ /f(r) fild/ /fm/ /fet/ /fet/ /fm/ /fjrisli/ /et h v/ /rduli/ /hbtt/
sth which is equal in amount, value or importance That American jeep costs the equivalent of my yearly salary! far away from home, not near a place where particular fish or animals are bred destiny, what is going to happen to go where sth is and bring it back Will you fetch me a drink from the fridge? to make sth start to exist and develop I formed many close friendships at college. with a lot of energy or anger to learn how to do sth Cross-country skiing seems difficult at first but youll soon get the hang of it. slowly, progressively the place where a particular kind of plant or animal lives
improbably
adv
/m prbbli/ /n smpi/ /ntv/ /nt wald/ /leli/ /lasns/ /ltri/ /mek ma we/ /ms nm(r)/ /mrm/ /nsti/ /ken/
in sympathy initiative into the wild leisurely licence lottery make my way misnomer mushroom nasty occasion
in a way that seems strange because it is not what you would expect The job offer was improbably good, so he decided to ask for all the details in writing. happening because sth else has happened Share prices slipped in sympathy with the German market. a new plan for dealing with a problem The headmistress has introduced a new initiative aimed at reducing the number of pupils who fail their final exams. to their natural environment done without hurrying We like to have a leisurely breakfast on Sundays. permission, freedom to do whatever you want The newspaper men were given licence to photograph all the rooms in the royal palace. a way of winning a prize or money if the ticket numbers you have bought are chosen by chance move towards Feeling thirsty, the children made their way to the canteen. a name that is not accurate a fungus with a round flat head and short stem a field mushroom very bad and unpleasant The nasty smell was coming from a huge rubbish heap on the pavement. a particular time when sth happens We only eat out on special occasions like a birthday.
paddle palpitate partner passage play footsie privilege process put off (put, put) reef release
v v n n phr n n phr v n v
/pdl/ /plptet/ /ptn(r)/ /psd/ /ple ftsi/ /prvld/ /prses/ /pt f/ (/pt/, /pt/) /rif/ /rlis/
adv v adj
to swim with short movements of your hands or flippers The dog paddled out into the river, fetched the stick and bought it back again. to beat rapidly in an irregular way, to tremble The birds heart was palpitating wildly as I held it in my hand. a person sb lives with as a wife/husband but to whom he/she is not married the action of going across, through or past sth the ships passage through the canal to touch sbs feet with your feet in a playful way a special right a series of actions that you do for a particular purpose The process of buying a house can actually take as long as three months. to discourage sb from doing sth Seeing how lobsters are kept in the restaurant really put me off the idea of eating one. a long line of rocks near the surface of the water to set free It is not a good idea to release animals who have only lived in zoos into their natural habitat, because they rarely survive there. in a very silly way to walk around without a definite direction Jenny roamed the streets for hours, searching for her lost dog, but she never found him. if sth is scarce, there is not enough of it and it is only available in small quantities
scarcely scuba dive seal set up (set, set) shallow skyscraper solid sponsor state stick sting (stung, stung) sweep by (swept, swept) tag
/skesli/ / sku b dav/ /sil/ /set p/ (/set/, /set/) /l/ / skaskrep (r) /sld/ /spns(r)/ /stet/ /stk/ /st/ (/st/, /st/) /swip ba/ (/swept/, /swept/) /t/
scarce resources almost not The fog was so thick that Tom could scarcely see half a metre in front of him. to swim underwater using special breathing equipment as a sport a sea mammal with short fur that eats fish to create sth or start it He set up a business with his brother. not deep an extremely tall building reliable to pay for the cost of an event A lot of international companies sponsor the Olympic Games. the mental, emotional or physical condition that a person or thing is in After the accident, the driver was in a state of shock. a thin piece of wood that has fallen or been broken from a tree (of an insect or plant) to touch your skin or make a very small hole in it so that you feel a sharp pain to move with a lot of force to fasten a small piece of paper or plastic to sth to identify
take (sth) at face value tempt tendency the worse for wear traffic jam turtle vital waist-deep youngster
idm
/tek (sth) t fes vlju/ /tempt/ /tendnsi/ / ws f(r) we(r)/ /trfk dm/ /ttl/ /vatl/ /west dip/ /jst(r)/
it The zoologist tagged two foxes in order to study their hunting and breeding patterns. to believe that sth is what it appears to be, without questioning it Taken at face value, the plan seemed promising for the future. to try to persuade sb to do sth I should really finish my work, but its such a lovely day that Im tempted to go out instead. an expected way of behaving Paula has a tendency to be late so dont be surprised if she doesnt turn up on time. in a poor condition after doing sth difficult a lot of vehicles in the streets that move very slowly, if not at all a large reptile with a hard round shell, which lives in the sea essential, important Reading is of vital importance if you want to widen your vocabulary. up to the middle of your body a young person or a child Youngsters aged five to 11 get a 50% reduction.
/d pendbl/ /dezt/ /drbk/ /fes/ /fil fri/ /fil strend/ /fil p t/ /heztet/ /asletd/ /lst bt
least lonely
adj
nt list/ /lnli/
mainland make out neutral on the other hand pollution reliable search sum up
/ menlnd/ /mek at/ /njutrl/ /n (r) hnd/ /plun/ /rlabl/ /st/ /sm p/
unhappy because you have no friends or people to talk to At first she felt quite lonely, but soon she made several friends at the college. Do not confuse lonely with alone which means: without other people or other peoples help. the main area of land of a country, not including any islands near to it to claim; to say that sth is true when it may not be Do you think the Marshals are as rich as they make out to be? deliberately not expressing any strong feeling used to show a contrasting opinion the process of making air, water, or soil dirty Air pollution is a major problem in cities. that can be trusted, that you can rely on a reliable friend an attempt to find sth/sb, esp. by looking carefully for them/it The search for the little girl goes on. to state the main points of sth in a short way At the end of his speech, the mayor summed up his main points in one or two sentences.
decade distinctly enter excite expedition fern fjord geology glacier growth hurt (hurt, hurt) incredibly land landmass majestic Maori
/deked/ /dstktli/ /ent(r)/ /ksat/ /ekspdn/ /fn/ /fjd/ /dildi/ /lsi(r)/ /r/ /ht/ (/ht/, /ht/) /nkredbli/ /lnd/ /lndms/ /mdestk/ /mari/
a period of ten years, esp. a period such as 19101919 or 19901999 clearly I distinctly heard May say shes never been abroad. to come or go into sth Knock before you enter. to make sb feel a particular emotion The news about new taxes excited criticism from taxpayers. a journey for a special purpose usually to discover sth a plant with large delicate leaves and no flowers that grows in wet areas a long narrow strip of sea between high cliffs the origin and history of the rocks and soil of a particular area a large mass of ice that moves very slowly down a valley (of people, animals or plants) the process of growing Remove dead leaves to encourage growth. to cause physical pain to sb/yourself He hurt his back playing tennis. in a way that is very difficult to believe Incredibly, she had no idea what was going on. to arrive somewhere in a plane or a boat The astronauts will be landing on the moon in three hours from now. a large area of land, for example a continent impressive because of size or beauty a majestic castle a member of a race of people who were the original people
migration mining over party peak permanent Polynesian prevent purpose remarkable remote rest ring separate settler sign of (sth)
/maren/ /man/ /v(r)/ /pti/ /pik/ /pmnnt/ /pl ni n/ /prvent/ /pps/ /rmkbl/ /rmt/ /rest/ /r/ /seprt/ /setl(r)/ /san v (sth)/
living in New Zealand the movement of large numbers of people, birds or animals from one place to another the process of getting coal and other minerals from under the ground Diamond mining is a major industry in South Africa. ended By the time we arrived the meeting was over. a group of people who are doing sth together such as travelling or visiting somewhere The school is taking a party of 40 children to Russia. the pointed top of a mountain lasting for a long time a permanent job sb from Polynesia, a large grouping of over 1,000 islands in the Pacific Ocean to stop sb from doing sth aim, intention The purpose of this course is to teach students the basic principles of Chemistry. unusual or surprising in a way that causes people to take notice Lucy has made remarkable progress in the spring term. far away from where people live to relax or do nothing after a period of activity or illness to telephone sb/sth not joined to anything a person who goes to live in a new country or region an event, an action, a fact, etc. that shows that sb/sth exists,
adj v v v n n
voyage windy
n adj
/vd/ /wndi/
is happening or may happen in the future There is no sign of John anywhere. (of mountains and hills) covered with snow on top Literary use. to spread over an area of land Fields and hills stretched out as far as we could see. to continue to live or exist Of the six people injured in the crash, only two survived. to damage by pulling something apart Tear a page out of your notebook and leave a note for Helen. land that is under the control of a particular country or ruler a mountain with a large opening at the top through which gases and lava are forced out into the air, or have been in the past Mount Etna is a volcano in Sicily, which is still active. a long journey, esp. by sea or in space (of weather, etc.) with a lot of wind a windy day
/ tt v kls/ /kjrt/ / sentred/ /tt(r)/ /ks/ /kp (w)/ /krad/ /dpt/ /du (sth) stnd n ma hed/ /danld/ /entrnt/ / kwpmnt/
an elegant quality correct, exact an accurate watch Celcius cheap flight offered by a travel agency rough, not soft to manage a difficult situation successfully I dont think I can cope with studying for my exams as well as working in the shop. ordinary people, not special or unusual in any way usually to leave a place; here, to die to be able to do sth very easily and without having to think too much My daughter can program her iPod standing on her head. to move data to a smaller computer system from a larger one a person who is taking part in a competition the things that are needed for a particular activity Used with a singular verb.
follow in (sbs) footsteps function gentle ingredient miserable not have a clue occasionally odd off-piste (how) on earth outlook overcast own particularly perfectionist
phr n adj n adj v phr adv adj adj phr n adj v adv n
/fl n (sbs) ftsteps/ /fkn/ /dentl/ /n ridint/ /mzrbl/ /nt hv klu/ /kenli/ /d/ /f pist/ /(ha) n / /atlk/ /v kst/ /n/ /ptkjlli/ /p
to do the same thing as someone else did in the past what a machine does not strong, not extreme one of the things from which sth is made Our skin cream contains only natural ingredients. bad in quality, small in amount to know nothing about sth or about how to do sth I dont have a clue how to fix the washing machine; we have to call a technician. sometimes but not often not regular, happening occasionally Brian isnt really a smoker. He has the odd cigarette at a party or at the pub. away from the tracks of firm snow that have been prepared for skiing on used to emphasise the question you are asking when you are surprised or angry or cannot think of an obvious answer What on earth are you doing? the probable future covered with clouds to have sth that belongs to you, esp. because you have bought it Do you own your house or do you rent it? especially Picasso was a particularly gifted artist. a person who likes to do things perfectly
point pretty protective range recipe be recognised run (ran, run) safety scattered seize sheer short-term shower soar
feknst/ /pnt/ /prti/ /prtektv/ /rend/ /respi/ / reknazd / /rn/ (/rn/, /rn/) /sefti/ /sktd/ /siz/ /(r)/ /t tm/ /a(r)/ /s(r)/
the main or most important idea Do you see my point? very Shes pretty upset about what you said; I think you should apologise. intended to make sure that sth is not harmed or damaged a set of products of a particular type a set of instructions that tells you how to cook sth and the items of food you need for it Grandmas recipe for fish soup is the best Ive ever tasted. thought of as very good or important by people in general Madonna is now recognised as one of the best pop artists of all time. to organise sth Nicolettas father runs a big restaurant in the centre of Porto. the state of being protected from danger or harm For your own safety, do not go through the park at night. spread all over a place to grab The thief seized her bag and ran off down the road. used to emphasise the size, degree or amount of sth We were impressed by the sheer size of the cathedral. lasting a short time short-term memory a short period of rain to rise very quickly Prices soared when war broke out in the country.
phr v n pl n pl
/stnd at/ (/std/, /std/) /s randz/ / tts/ /tampis/ /n kmpnid/ /vlju f(r) mni/ /vljum/ /wil/ /wd r(r)/
to cause sth to be noticed Jinny chose a red satin dress which she hoped would make her stand out at the party. everything around a place a list, produced each week, of the pop music records that have sold the most copies a clock or watch when a person goes somewhere without having anyone else with them worth the money it costs the amount of sth one of the circular objects under a car or bus that turns when it moves would prefer to Would you rather walk or take the bus?
timepiece n unaccompanied adj value for money volume wheel would rather phr n adj v
species
/spiiz/
deprived
adj
/dpravd/
disabled disadvantaged eager expenses further further afield handler introduction laid-back lay (laid, laid) leap (leapt, leapt) lie
/dsebld/ /dsd vntdd/ /i(r)/ /kspensz/ /f(r)/ /f(r) fild/ /hndl(r)/ /ntrdkn/ /led bk/ /le/ (/led/, /led/) /lip/ (/lept/, /lept/) /la/
without all the things that are necessary for people to live a happy and comfortable life The foundation aims at helping deprived children in the area to get proper education. unable to use a part of your body not having the things, such as education or enough money, that people need in order to succeed in life disadvantaged social groups very interested and excited about sth that you want to do Most students in our class seem eager to help the teacher with the school play. money that you spend while you are working that your employer will pay back to you later You can claim back your travel expenses. to help sth to develop or be successful This job might not be very interesting, but it can further your career. far away from home; to or in places that are not near After the first couple of days in the camp, the children decided to take their bikes and explore further afield. a person who trains and controls animals, especially dogs a person's first experience of sth calm and relaxed to put in a particular position to jump high or a long way The horse leapt over the fence and galloped away along the road. 1) (lay, lain) to be in a horizontal position
look back (on) look into look out look through look up look up to low organisational
/lk bk (n)/ /lk nt/ /lk at/ /lk ru/ /lk p/ /lk p t/ /l/ /na zenl/ /fnd/ /rlktntli/
orphanage reluctantly
n adv
The cat was lying near the fireplace. 2) (lied, lied) to not tell the truth to think about what happened in the past When you look back on your youth, Dad, is there anything you regret? to examine sth The company is now looking into the possibility of selling their products abroad. to be careful Look out! Theres a car coming! to examine or read sth quickly Just a minute, Ill just look through my emails and Ill be right with you. to look for information in a dictionary or reference book Kate, could you look up the doctors number in the phone book? to admire or respect sb Ive always looked up to my Science teacher; shes an amazing person. weak or depressed They were in low spirits. of making arrangements or preparations for sth Before we embark on the project, we should deal with certain organisational problems. Only before a noun. a home for children whose parents are dead hesitating before you do sth because you dont really want to do it James reluctantly agreed to lend her the money, but he
self-confidence self-esteem take on the chance of a lifetime vastly vet voluntary when it comes to
n n phr v idm
/self knfdns/ /self stim/ /tek n/ / tns v laftam/ /vstli/ /vet/ /vlntri/ /wen t kmz t/
wasnt happy about it. confidence in yourself and your abilities His success in the competition certainly boosted his selfconfidence. a feeling of being happy with your own character and abilities to agree to be responsible for sb/sth Next month Im taking on the family restaurant so that my parents can go on holiday. a wonderful opportunity, etc. that you are not likely to get again When she was offered the job, she knew it was the chance of a lifetime. very much a person who has been trained in treating animals which are ill or injured done by people who choose to do it without being paid I do some voluntary work at the local hospital. when it is a question of sth When it comes to Maths, Maggie is certainly the best student in our class.
pipe read on (read, read) roll down route sharp start at the bottom steep the bottom has fallen out of thick trade
/pap/ /rid n/ (/red/, /red/) /rl dan/ /rut/ /p/ /stt t btm/ /stip/ / btm hz fln at v/ /k/ /tred/
different personality. a tube with a ball-shaped part used for smoking tobacco to continue reading Oh, Mum, dont stop the story, please read on! to move by turning over The coin fell out of his pocket and rolled down the road into the ditch. a way that you follow to get from one place to another Whats the quickest route from here to the coast? having a thin and strong edge that can cut a sharp knife begin at the lowest position sloping very sharply a steep hill people have stopped buying a companys products difficult to see through The plane crashed in thick fog. buying and selling goods
flood
/fld/
house
/has/
joke livestock lorry means (of) operation overflow overturn praise question rarely
v n n n pl n v v n v adv
/dk/ /lavstk/ /lri/ /minz (v)/ /pren/ /vfl/ /v tn/ /prez/ /kwestn/ /reli/
if a place floods or sth floods it, it becomes filled or covered with water Hurricane Katrina flooded New Orleans and caused severe damage to the city. to provide sb/sth with a place to live or a place to stay permanently The museum houses one of the finest collections of fossils in the country. to say sth to make people laugh Please dont joke about such a serious matter. the animals kept on a farm, for example cows or sheep a large motor vehicle for carrying heavy loads by road an action, an object or a system by which a result is achieved Emails are the best means of communication. an organised activity that involves a lot of people Both the police and the fire brigade took part in the rescue operation. to be so full that the contents go over the sides Look at Mandys plate! Its overflowing with food! if sth overturns it turns upside down or on its side The car hit a lamp post and overturned. words of approval or admiration My maths teacher was full of praise for my progress this term. to ask sb questions about sth officially We were taken to the police station and questioned. not very often I rarely watch TV, I prefer going out with my friends.
redecorate relieved repair shatter soaking wet spokesperson swirl torrential trap win through (won, won) winch
/ri dekret/ /rlivd/ /rpe(r)/ /t(r)/ /sk wet/ / spksp sn/ /swl/ /trenl/ /trp/ /wn ru/ (/wn/, /wn/) /wnt/
to put new paint and/or paper on the walls of a room or house feeling happy because sth unpleasant has stopped or has not happened Im just relieved that nobody was hurt. to mend sth that is damaged Somethings wrong with my watch; I must have it repaired. to suddenly break into small pieces The ball hit the window with force and it shattered into pieces. very wet Id left my raincoat at home so when I arrived at school I was soaking wet. a person who speaks on behalf of a group or an organisation to move around quickly with a circular movement The water swirled down the drain. (of rain) falling in large amounts torrential rain in the tropics to keep sb in a dangerous place or bad situation that they want to get out of but cannot We were trapped in the lift for an hour. to be successful in spite of difficulties It certainly wasnt easy to save the business from bankruptcy, but Neil won through. to lift sb/sth up into the air using a machine with a rope or chain
/bl/ /svla zen/ /km pnin/ /kv(r)/ /krs/ /dstns/ /ful/ /et (sb) t/ (/t/, /t/) /n hsbk/ /n rit/ /pk/
companion cover cross distance foolish get (sb) to (got, got) on horseback on reaching pack
the male of any animal in the cow family a place that offers you the comfortable way of life of a modern society Its good to be back in civilisation after two weeks in a tent! a person who stays with you to keep you company to travel the distance mentioned By sunset we had covered 30 miles. to pass from one side to the other Be careful when you cross the road. the amount of space between two places or things The distance between Athens and New York is about 9,000 miles. stupid, not sensible to make sb do sth He got his mother to buy him a PlayStation for Christmas. sitting on a horse The only way to reach the village is on horseback. when they arrived at to put clothes into a bag in preparation for a trip away from home Have you packed your pyjamas along with everything else?
v phr phr v
when its pouring with rain, rain is falling heavily to succeed in doing sth The thieves pulled off the most spectacular robbery in history when they stole the royal familys jewels from the palace. deep wet sand that you sink into if you walk on it to arrive at a particular point or stage of sth after a period of time to frighten sb I scared her when I jumped out of the wardrobe. to leave on a journey The travellers set out on their long journey with heavy hearts as they were leaving their families behind. to be extremely worried showing a lack of thought, understanding or judgement That was a silly thing to do! You should apologise at once! a separate part that a process is divided into The first stage of the experiment is to cool all the materials to 5 Co. completely We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves at the carnival on Saturday. time spent not working Next week Ill take some time off, so we can go away for a couple of days if you want.
quicksands reach a point scare set out (set, set) sick with fear silly stage thoroughly time off
/ kwksnd z/ /rit pnt/ /ske(r)/ /set at / (/set/, /set/) /sk w f(r)/ /sli/ /sted/ /rli/ /tam f/
n v
a person employed to show tourists around interesting places to have confidence in sb Can I trust Joe to do the job well? to tell the truth, really make sb feel terribly bored liking sth liking sth/sb very much Hes always been mad about kids.
approved astounded backpacker beyond bowl sb over carbon-copy catch my eye check out checklist
/pruvd/ / standd/ / bkpk( r)/ /bjnd/ /bl v(r)/ /kbn kpi/ /kt ma a/ /tek at/ /teklst/
churn out colonial conservatory date back (to) device directory early on en route engagement equator
/tn at/ /klnil/ /kn svtri/ /det bk (t)/ /dvas/ /drektri/ /li n/ /n rut/ /n edmnt / /kwet(r)/
Our teacher gave us a checklist to use when we write compositions. to produce sth quickly and in large amounts Some writers just churn out the same old rubbish year after year. connected with or belonging to a country that controls another country a colonial power a school or college at which people are trained in music to have existed since a particular time in the past or for the length of time mentioned The castle dates back to the 12th century. an object or a piece of equipment that has been designed to do a particular job a voice-recording device a book containing lists of information, usually in alphabetical order the telephone directory at an early stage of a situation I knew early on that Ken was very talented and would develop into an exceptional musician. on the way It was a long journey from Prague to Vienna, so we had lunch en route. an arrangement to do sth at a particular time Im afraid we cant meet tomorrow; I have an important engagement, which could take up the whole morning. an imaginary line around the earth at an equal distance
n adj n adj
fresh frustrated
adj adj
idm v phr n
phr v
from the North and South Poles Usually: the equator. a person who is employed to play a very small part in a film very well known a famed painter used to describe sb who is the same as you in some way; here they are also a traveller traditional and typical of the ordinary people of a country or community Folk songs in many countries in the Balkans have similar tunes. having just had a particular experience feeling helpless after failing to do sth although you have tried hard Kate was frustrated because however hard she tried she couldnt understand her Maths homework. to be replaced by sth to go to a place and develop local habits global positioning system (= a system by which signals are sent from satellites to a special device, used to show the position of a person or thing on the surface of the earth very accurately) to wait or stay near a place, not doing very much After the match we hung about for a while in the nearby streets, and then went home.
phr v
/h bk/ (/h/, /h/) /h n/ (/h/, /h/) /h at/ (/h/, /h/) /h p/ (/h/, /h/) /hed (t)/ /hstl/ /nsat (nt)/ /lv p t (sth)/ /lken/ /n
phr v
hang out (hung, hung) hang up (hung, hung) head (to) hostel insight (into) live up to (sth) location negotiate
phr v phr v
to hesitate because you are nervous about doing or saying sth Id like to express my opinion, but I hung back in case I offended them. 1) wait for a short time Hang on a minute, Joe. Wait for me! 2) to hold sth tightly Please hang on to the handrail while the escalator is in motion. to spend a lot of time in a place The local kids hang out at the mall. to put the telephone down suddenly, without saying goodbye When I told her the news, she got very angry and hung up on me! to move in a particular direction Theyre heading to the coast for the holidays. a cheap hotel for students or travellers an understanding of what sth is like This course aims at providing insight into the psychology of teenagers. to do as well as or be as good as other people expect you to Theyd told us it was an excellent hotel, but unfortunately it didnt live up to our expectations. a place where sth happens, the position of sth Rescue helicopters were sent to the location where the plane had crashed. to successfully get over a difficult part on a path or route
v n n phr v n v
iet/
networking off-centre package tour plaza prearrange proclaim put to the test puzzled reduction reel off
/ netwk / /f sent(r)/ /pkd t(r)/ /plz/ /pri rend/ /prklem/ /pt t test/ /pzld/ /rdkn/ /ril f/
The mountaineers had to negotiate the slippery path in front of them. Negotiate also means: to try to reach an agreement by formal discussion. a system of trying to meet and talk to other people who may be useful to you in what you are trying to do not exactly in the centre of sth a holiday that is organised by a company at a fixed price and that includes the cost of travel, hotels, etc. a public outdoor square esp. in a town where Spanish is spoken plan or arrange in advance to declare November 17th was recently proclaimed a national holiday in Greece. to put sb/sth in a situation which will show what their true qualities are confused I am puzzled as to how Irene got the job she had no qualifications at all! how much cheaper a certain product is sold There are massive reductions in the sales. Lets buy those shoes you wanted now. to say or repeat sth quickly without having to stop or think about it The little boy suddenly reeled off the names of all the
restricted room for manoeuvre serve (as) share sidewalk simultaneously snobby specific spot-on stereotypical surprisingly
/rstrktd/ / rm (f(r) m nuv(r)/ /sv (z)/ /e(r)/ / sadwk/ /sml tenisli/ /snbi/ /spsfk/ /spt n/ /steri tpkl/ /s prazli/
American presidents in alphabetical order! limited in what you are able to do chance to change or influence a situation This project schedule is very tight theres absolutely no room for manoeuvre. to be suitable for a particular use The kitchen table also serves as a desk for the children to do their homework on. to use, have, eat, etc. the same thing as sb else I share a bedroom with my sister. American English for pavement You should walk on the sidewalk; not in the street! done at the same time as sth else The Olympic Games are broadcast simultaneously in most countries in the world. feeling that you are better than other people because you are more intelligent Also: snobbish (adj). particular This specific model can go as fast as 200 km per hour. exactly right His estimate of the total cost was spot-on; exactly 450 euros. happening in the usual way in a way that surprises sb Megan hates football; however, she surprisingly agreed to come to last weeks match.
theres no point in
phr
there is no purpose Theres no point in trying to explain things; Ive made up my mind. a lot of things to do in a short time My schedule is quite tight tomorrow. Could we meet on Monday instead? until now To date, our school has never had any complaints from dissatisfied parents.
flight n connection make a habit of idm make all the difference make do with make out (made, made) make the most of idm idm phr v idm
/kbn/ / fsnet / /flat k nekn/ /mek hbt v/ /mek l dfrns/ /mek du w/ /mek at/ (/med/, /med/) /mek mst v/
idm n n n
to decide Clara cant make up her mind whether to wear a white or a cream wedding dress. a place where sth has happened or that is used for sth a camping site a building used for the worship of a god or gods a large grave, esp. one built of stone above or below the ground They say that the tomb of Alexander the Great is in Egypt, but they havent found it yet.
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v phr
v n
a man whose job is to take care of passengers on an aircraft and who brings them meals, etc. to be badly affected by a disease, pain, sadness, etc. Many small islands suffer from water shortage in the summer. to say that you will cause trouble, or hurt sb if they dont do what you tell them The head teacher threatened to expel him from school if he ever hit the younger children again. to move sth suddenly and forcefully in different directions
to shine with a light that keeps changing from bright to faint to bright again stars twinkling in the sky a large area of land that has never been developed
idm
/hv t l wez/
in effect initially moan progress put up with (put, put) race track southbound the trouble is
/n fekt/ /nli/ /mn/ /prres/ /pt p w/ (/pt/, /pt/) /res trk/ / saband / / trbl z/
to want to have the advantages of two or more different situations that are impossible to combine You cant have it all ways; youll either have to find a lowpaid job in the village or move to the city and get a higher salary. used when you mention what really happens Dominic just didnt turn up for work today which, in effect, means that he has resigned from his job. at first to complain about sth in a way that other people find annoying Stop moaning and sit down to do your homework, Tess! improvement Helen is making great progress. Her marks are much better this term. to allow sth to happen although you disagree I wont put up with your rude remarks any longer please leave my house! a track for races between cars, bikes or even runners southwards, towards the south what is difficult is Id like to go out; the trouble is that Ive promised to babysit tonight.
/ld/ /sinri/
bags, cases, etc. that contain sbs clothes and things when they are travelling Theres room for one piece of luggage. the natural features of an area, such as mountains, valleys, rivers and forests, when you are thinking about them being attractive to look at The scenery is magnificent.
chill chime crouch cuckoo clock dash sbs hopes dawn dim dissolve domestic drizzle duvet faint filter fine fling off (flung, flung)
/tl/ /tam/ /krat/ /kku klk/ /d (sbs) hps/ /dn/ /dm/ /dzlv/ /dmestk/ /drzl/ /duve/ /fent/ /flt(r)/ /fan/ /fl f/ (/fl/, /fl/)
unpleasant coldness to ring (of a bell or clock) The clock chimed midnight and Cinderella found herself in her old clothes again. to bend your legs and body so that you are close to the ground a clock with a small bird inside that comes out every hour and makes a sound like a cuckoo (type of bird) to destroy sbs hopes by making them impossible to achieve early in the morning when light first appears in the sky not bright dim light to mix or be mixed with a liquid and become part of it Salt dissolves in water. kept as a pet, not wild The most popular domestic animals in England are cats and dogs. very fine rain a large bag filled with feathers, used as a cover on a bed not strong or clear a faint sound in the distance to come into a place slowly very thin or narrow Nancy has the most incredibly fine hair, which is quite difficult to comb. to throw sth with force He entered the house, flung off his coat and threw himself into an armchair.
fluffy freeze (froze, frozen) fumble glide glint glow haystack heel hook inquisitive intense interior jailer jangle linger lodge log mauve
/flfi/ /friz/ (/frz/, / frzn/) /fmbl/ /lad/ /lnt/ /l/ /hestk/ /hil/ /hk/ /n kwztv/ /ntens/ /ntri(r)/ /del(r)/ /dl/ /l(r)/ /ld/ /l/ /mv/
soft, light fluffy white clouds to stop moving suddenly because you are frightened The little girl froze when the huge dog bounded up to her. to use your hands with difficulty when looking for sth When James heard a strange noise in the night, he jumped out of bed, fumbling in the darkness for the light switch. to move smoothly without making any noise to produce flashes of light The golden candlesticks glinted in the light of the burglars torch. to produce a soft light a cigarette glowing in the dark a large pile of hay the back part of your foot a curved piece of metal for hanging sth on interested in finding out about many different things Dont be so inquisitive its none of your business. very strong the inside part of sth a person in charge of a prison to make a harsh sound like two pieces of metal hitting each other to stay somewhere longer than expected a small house in the country where people stay when they want to take part in some types of outdoor sport a thick piece of wood that has fallen from a tree pale purple in colour
meadow monstrous on closer inspection perch persist pine plod pose precious present (with) prompt purple rainbow rattle rear rock face set back
/med/ /mnstrs/ /n kls(r) nspekn/ /pt/ /psst/ /pan/ /pld/ /pz/ /pres/ /przent (w)/ /prmpt/ /ppl/ /renb/ /rtl/ /r(r)/ /rk fes/ /set bk/
a field of grass and wild flowers There were some cows standing in the meadow. very large and ugly after examining every detail to be placed on top of sth The parrot perched on top of the chair. to continue to do sth despite difficulties If you persist in arriving late for work, you will lose your job. a tall evergreen tree or the wood from that tree a kind of walk which is slow, with heavy steps to stand or sit in a particular way for a photograph rare and worth a lot of money A diamond is a precious stone. to show sth to make sb decide to do sth What prompted you to come and see me again after all these years? having the colour of blue and red mixed together an arch of different colours seen in the sky when the sun shines through rain to make a noise like hard things hitting each other at the back of the rear entrance of a building the vertical surface of a rock to delay the progress of sth
(set, set) set down (set, set) set in (set, set) set off (set, set) set out (set, set) set up (set, set) shuttered silhouette slack solitary spot squirrel steady still phr v phr v
(/set/, /set/) /set dan/ (/set/, /set/) /set n/ (/set/, /set/) /set f/ (/set/, /set/) /set at/ (/set/, /set/) /set p/ (/set/, /set/) /td/ /sluet/ /slk/ /sltri/ /spt/ /skwrl/ /stedi/ /stl/
Mikes decision not to help has set back the completion of the project by a month. to write sth down on paper in order to record it Dad gave me a diary for my birthday. Ill use it to set down my experiences and thoughts. (of rain, bad weather, etc.) to begin and seem likely to continue Since the cold has set in, wed better start using the fireplace. to make an alarm start ringing If you press this button, youll set off the car alarm. to leave a place and begin a journey We decided to set out on our trip to Africa right after the rainy season. to create sth or start it Higgins set up his first company in Manchester in the 70s. with closed shutters the dark outline of a person or an object seen against a light background not very busy, not having many customers with no other people or things around People who dont marry often lead a solitary life when they grow old. to notice sth suddenly and perhaps with some difficulty Can you spot any mistakes in my composition? a small animal that lives in trees and eats nuts developing gradually and in an even and regular way We are making slow but steady progress. not moving
strenuous summit
adj n
/strenjus/ /smt/
Please keep still while I cut your hair. needing great effort, tiring the top of a mountain
tank tick away tiptoe torch trout undergrowth varnish visible wise
/tk/ /tk we/ /tpt/ /tt/ /trat/ / ndr/ /vn/ /vzbl/ /waz/
a large container for holding liquid or gas a fish tank to mark the time I could do nothing but listen to the clock ticking away the hours. to walk on your toes trying not to make a noise He tiptoed into the room so as not to wake the baby up. a small electric lamp that you carry in your hand Once we were inside the cave we got our torches out because it was very dark. a common freshwater fish used for food bushes and other plants growing under trees to paint wooden surfaces with a special liquid to protect them and make them shine that can be seen The house is clearly visible from the beach. able to make sensible decisions I think it was wise of you not to lend him that money you would never have got it back!
look around look your age middle-aged not much to look at suspicious theft tracksuit
/lk rand/ /lk j(r) ed/ /mdl edd/ /nt mt t lk t/ /ssps/ /eft/ /trksut/
Madison is a successful businessman because he has always looked ahead. to turn your head so that you can see sth I heard a sudden noise and looked around to see what it was. to seem as old as you really are and not younger or older Fay certainly doesnt look her age; shes only 16 and looks like a university student. (of a person) neither young nor old not attractive feeling that sb has done sth wrong, illegal or dishonest, without having any proof a suspicious look the crime of stealing sth from a person or place car theft a warm loose pair of trousers and matching jacket worn for sports practice
tune
skrnaz/ /tjun/
sth melody
/tfl/ /rtiz/ /blik/ /kt/ (/kt/, /kt/) /kl(r)/ /f(r) d kz/ /ls frntd/ / bat/ (/went/, /n/) /hm(r)/ /hnd hld/ /mentlti/ /mant nr/ /pmn/
made or produced to copy sth natural artificial flowers people who have the power to give orders unpleasant, not encouraging a bleak view of bare mountains and dark clouds to capture a person or animal that tries or would try to escape The murderer was never caught. to get official approval for sth to help other people to have the front covered with glass to start working on sth How should I go about finding a job? to hit a nail into a surface sth on the surface of a steep slope that a climber can hold a way of thinking the sport or activity of climbing mountains the act of allowing sb to do sth
v n n idm v n v
to stop yourself from having sth you like or want I just cant resist having another piece of that delicious chocolate cake. very string thick string made by twisting thinner strings, wires, etc. together The rope broke and she fell 50 metres onto the rocks. the state of feeling safe to want sth very much to attach or hold two things or more things together using string, rope, etc. They tied him to a chair with a rope. rails a train track to consider; to think about sb/sth in a particular way The Oscar award is viewed by most artists as a great honour. that must be done because of a law or a rule Education for children up to 16 years old is compulsory in England.
phr v
v phr
phr v
consistently cut all ties (cut, cut) cutlery drift apart evade existence
kmprma z/ /kn sstntli/ /kt l taz/ (/kt/, /kt/) /ktlri/ /drft pt/ /ved/ /zstns/
always in the same way and continuing for a period of time Pam annoys me by consistently asking me personal questions. to end all communication or have no connection with sb/sth knives, forks and spoons to become less friendly or close to sb I used to be very close to a lot of friends at university, but after we graduated we drifted apart. to find a way of not doing sth People who evade payment of taxes should be given heavy fines. a way of living The locals lead a simple but happy existence in their quiet little village. Existence also means: the state or fact of being real or living. to accept and deal with sth that is difficult or unpleasant We had to face up to the fact that our shop wasnt doing well, and would probably have to close down. to stop being friendly with sb because of a fight Grace is always falling out with her sister. They hardly speak to each other. (of ideas, views, etc.) held very firmly; not easily changed to avoid the danger of sth happening I closed the door gently for fear of waking up the baby. to make sb accept sth that they do not want
face up to fall out with (fell, fallen) fixed for fear of force (sth) on
(sb) gathering global grow out of (grew, grown) grown-up housemate inclination (to do sth) inconvenience inferior justify mature n adj phr v adj n n n adj v v
(sb)/ /r/ /lbl/ /r at v/ (/ru/, /rn/) /rn p/ /hasmet/ /nkl nen (t d sth)/ /nkn vinins/ /nfri(r)/ /dstfa/ /mt(r)/
I strongly object to people forcing their opinions on others. a meeting of people for a particular purpose a family gathering of all the world to stop doing sth as you become older Children are often afraid of the dark, but they soon grow out of it. (of a person) mentally and physically an adult She has a grown-up son. a person that you share a house with a feeling that makes you want to do sth He didnt show the slightest inclination to leave. trouble or problems British Airways announces the delay of flight BA127 and regrets any inconvenience caused. not as good as sb/sth else products of inferior quality to give an explanation or excuse for sth or for doing sth Nothing can justify his rude behaviour last night. to develop emotionally and start to behave like a sensible adult Janet has matured a lot; shes certainly not the radical teenager she used to be.
merely move on mutual not see eye to eye (weeks) on end open-minded pile prove yourself rationally resolve respond
/mli/ /muv n/ / mjutul/ /nt si a t a/ /(wiks) n end/ /pn mandd/ /pal/ /pruv jself/ /rnli/ /rzlv/ /rspnd/
only Im sorry, I didnt mean to interrupt you; I merely wanted to say Goodbye. to start doing or discussing sth new Can we move on to the next item on the agenda? shared by two or more people mutual interest in sport to not share the same views as sb about sth for the stated length of time, without interruption He would disappear for weeks on end. willing to listen to, think about or accept different ideas Dan is very open-minded; Im sure hell understand you. a number of things that are one on top of the other to show other people how good you are at doing sth You dont have to prove yourself to your friends; they know who you are. based on reason Please try to think rationally; you are not making any sense! to find a satisfactory solution to a problem or difficulty Parents ought to resolve their differences when their children are not present. to do sth as a reaction to sth that sb has said or done How did mum respond when you told her about the party?
to escape to a place that is quieter or safer Children often retreat to their bedroom when something serious troubles them. a noisy argument I had a row with my sister and we arent speaking now. nervous or embarrassed about meeting and speaking to other people not serious or important and lacking any depth of understanding or feeling superficial friendship not important or serious We should focus on serious matters, not trivial problems. that you can rely on to be good, honest, sincere, etc. A trustworthy friend is hard to find; people are not as loyal as they used to be. in spoken words and not in writing or actions extremely quiet and shy
v v prep phr v
n adj n n prep
cut out (cut, cut) cut through (cut, cut) diphtheria dogsled epidemic gale gather gold rush handler harbour heap junk email lift
phr v phr v n n n n v n n n v n v
/kt at/ (/kt/, /kt/) /kt ru/ (/kt/, /kt/) /dfri/ /dsled/ /ep demk/ /el/ /(r)/ /ld r/ / hndl(r)/ /hb(r)/ /hip/ /dk imel/ /lft/
to block sth, esp. light The thick curtains cut out the morning sun and the room was dark. to go across sth in order to make your route shorter Well cut through the woods to reach the village an hour earlier. a serious infectious disease of the throat that causes difficulty in breathing a vehicle without wheels for travelling on snow, pulled by dogs a large number of cases of a particular disease happening at the same time in a particular community an extremely strong wind to pick, cut or collect Our grandfather gathers flowers and dries them. when a lot of people suddenly go to a place where gold has been found a person who trains and controls animals, esp. dogs port to put things in an untidy pile Mum heaps dirty clothes next to the washing machine. advertising material that is sent via email to people who have not asked for it to remove or end restrictions The government has decided to lift the ban on imported fruits.
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n n n adj n v
phr v
phr v
showing no kindness or pity the merciless heat of the sun the job of caring for sick people to disagree strongly with sbs plan, policy, etc. and try to change it The staff opposed the managements plan to change working hours. a sudden strong expression of emotion the amount that a machine produces a period of time when an animal or a person that has a disease is kept away from others in order to prevent the disease from spreading far away from where people live a firm decision to do or not to do sth Lillians resolution to give up her job took us by surprise. to give a loud, high cry, because you are hurt, frightened, excited, etc. The woman screamed when she saw the mouse, and ran out of the cellar. to stop having a relationship with sb Fays parents split up last year and she now lives with her mum. to develop in a successful way Dianes first business idea didnt work out, but she decided to try again.
in such a way that chance decides what will happen a style of dancing that tells a dramatic story with music but no talking or singing She wants to be a ballet dancer. a person who expresses disapproval of sb/sth, esp. publicly to give all your energy and time to sth Mozart dedicated his life to classical music. if you know sth deep down, you know your true feelings about sth, although you may not admit them to yourself She made an effort to get used to her new life, but deep down she knew she would never be happy there. necessary, extremely important to not understand correctly what sb means Alex shouldnt have got married so young. Dont get me wrong his wife is adorable. to some extent In a way, I think Id be happy doing this job for the rest of my life, but I suppose I should be more adventurous. to have a particular type of life to lead a quiet life
miss out on
phr v
/ms at n/
pastime persuade reckon regret set your heart on sth tour typical
n v v v idm v adj
to fail to benefit from sth useful or enjoyable by not taking part in it Dont miss out on visiting Versailles, when you go to Paris! sth that you enjoy doing to give sb good reasons for doing sth I couldnt persuade my father to buy me the new computer game. to suppose, to think, to have an opinion Well, I reckon it will take us a whole week to finish this project. to feel sorry about sth you have done or about sth you have not been able to do If you dont do it now, youll only regret it. to want sth very much I have set my heart on becoming a vet. to travel around a place, for example on holiday, or to perform, to advertise sth, etc. She toured the country promoting her book. having the usual qualities or features of a particular type of person, thing or group A typical athlete trains for between six and eight hours a day.
canvas commercial
n adj
/knvs/ /kml/
consumer
/kn sjum(r)/
contemporary cure dealer dean decline demand depict digital disciplined disillusioned draw
/kn temprri/ /kj(r)/ /dil(r)/ /din/ /dklan/ /dmnd/ /dpkt/ /ddtl/ /dsplnd/ /ds lund/ /dr/
clothes and equipment. modern, belonging to the present time to make a person or an animal healthy again after an illness We believe that this new drug will cure the boy very fast. a person whose business is buying and selling works of art a person in a university who is in charge of a department of studies gradual loss of strength the need of customers for goods or services There is a huge demand for ice cream and soft drinks at the cafe during the summer months. to show an image of sth in a picture In my bedroom, there is a poster depicting children skating on ice. using an electronic signal, made by a computer trained to obey rules a well-disciplined sports team disappointed because the person you admired or the idea you believed to be good and true now seems without value I soon became disillusioned with the job. a person or thing that attracts a lot of people Hes the biggest draw in Hollywood at the moment; his films sell millions of tickets.
elite
adj
/lit/
exhibition expressive faculty fiercely Fine Arts flowering former gesture graduate hot
/eksbn/ /kspresv/ /fklti/ /fsli/ /fan ts/ /flar/ /fm(r)/ /dest(r)/ /rdut/ /ht/
that belongs to a group that has a lot of power or influence, because of their wealth, intelligence, etc. In many African countries, only the elite families can afford an education for their children. a collection of things, works of art that are shown to the public a school painting exhibition showing or able to show your thoughts and feelings all the teachers in a department of a college or university aggressively, angrily fiercely competitive forms of art, esp. painting, drawing and sculpture the time when sth reaches its most complete and successful stage of development of an earlier time Her former husband often visits to see the children. to move your hands in order to express what you mean or want What happened? she said, gesturing at the broken vase. to get a degree, esp. your first degree, from a university or college I graduated from the School of Civil Engineering in 2006. new, exciting and very popular This is one of the hottest clubs in town.
idealistic
adj
adj n v phr
modest motivated
adj adj
/mdst/ /
having a strong belief in perfect standards and trying to achieve them, even when this is not realistic Its only natural for teenagers to be idealistic and believe they can change the world. the characteristics that distinguish a group of people, a race looking for She went to Hollywood in search of a career in the film industry. to fix a piece of paper on sth with information on it All cigarette packs are labelled with a health warning. having none or not enough of sth Shes not usually lacking in confidence. the main subject or course of a student at college or university (usually in the US) We are both students at the same university, but in different majors. caring more about money and possessions than anything else the material or the form that an artist , a writer or a musician uses the medium of paint the situation is the same or almost the same as if it were true You shouldnt have asked Beth how she got the money; you might as well have called her a thief! not very large, expensive, important, etc. Tracy was an excellent teacher and, whats more, only charged a very modest fee. to make sb want to do sth
motive nightmare nowadays open (to sb) passion (for sb/sth) place plot practical present-day prestige printmaking prosperous
mtvet d/ /mtv/ / natme(r)/ /nadez/ /pn (to sb)/ /pn (f(r) sb/sth)/ /ples/ /plt/ /prktkl/ /preznt de/ /presti/ / prntmek / /prsprs/
a reason for doing sth Money should not be the only motive in your life. an experience that is very frightening and unpleasant, or very difficult to deal with Nobody knows what is going on; its a nightmare! at the present time to be available and ready to use What options are open to us? Not before a noun. a very strong feeling of liking sth The English have a passion for gardens. used to express the attitude sb has towards sb/sth We place great value on our teaching methods. a piece of land that is used or intended for a special purpose connected with real situations rather than with ideas or theories practical advice existing in the world now, rather than in the past or the future present-day fashions the respect and admiration that sb/sth has because of what they have done the technique of making a picture that is first carved into metal or wood and then covered with ink and printed onto paper rich and successful
range reduce reflect reshape sculptor selective shield shift show up (showed, shown) snap up
/rend/ /rdjus/ /rflekt/ /riep/ /sklpt(r)/ /slektv/ /ild/ /ft/ / p/ (/d/, /n/) /snp p/
society sophisticated
n adj
/ssati/ /s
I dont understand why there are more homeless people in prosperous countries than in poor ones. a variety of things of a particular type The complex offers a wide range of sports facilities. to make less I want to lose weight so Im trying to reduce the amount of food I eat. to show or to express Adams dislike of Mrs Green doesnt reflect my opinion of her. I think shes really nice. to change the shape or structure of sth The government is reshaping the educational system in an attempt to make it more functional. a person who makes figures by carving wood or stone tending to be careful about what or who you choose Karen is very selective about what she wears; she only buys designer clothes. to protect sb/sth from danger The tent shielded us from the hot sun. a change in position or way of thinking to arrive If Mandy shows up later on, can you please ask her to call me? to obtain sth quickly because it is cheap or you want it very much Our best bargains are snapped up one the first day of sales. the people in a country with their customs and laws clever and complicated in the way that it works
spacious state-run struggle sum sweep (swept, swept) talented transform trendy turn away turn back turn down
fstketd/ /spes/ /stet rn/ /strl/ /sm/ /swip/ (/swept/, /swept/) /tlntd/ /trns fm/ /trendi/ /tn we/ /tn bk/ /tn dan/
NASA use highly sophisticated computer systems. large and with plenty of room for people to move around in managed by the government a hard fight in which people try to obtain or achieve sth, esp. sth that sb else does not want them to have a power struggle an amount of money You will be fined the sum of 200. to move over an area, esp. in order to look for sth Searchlights swept the sky. having a natural ability to so sth well a talented player to completely change the appearance or character of sth The new posters have completely transformed our classroom. fashionable to refuse to allow sb to enter a place The man at the bar entrance turned us away because we were under 18. to return the way you have come The road was blocked by a fallen tree, so we had to turn back. 1) to reject or refuse to consider an offer We decided not to sell our house after all, so we turned down his offer. 2) to reduce the noise of a piece of equipment by moving its controls Youve turned down the radio so much that I cant hear a
unease worth
n adj
thing! to transform, to become sth different At the end of the story the frog turns into a handsome prince. to prove to be The job turned out to be more interesting that I had thought. to make sth change position so that the other side is facing outwards or upwards I think youd better turn the omelette over before you burn this side. the feeling of being worried or unhappy about sth There was growing unease as the time passed and we had no news of them. having a certain value If Im on my own, I dont usually cook for myself. It isnt worth the trouble.
phr v phr v
leather overpriced receipt refund reserved shop window sketch strap zoom lens
n adj n n adj n n n n
/le(r)/ /v prast/ /rsit/ /rifnd/ /rzvd/ /p wnd/ /sket/ /strp/ /zum lenz/
material made by removing the hair or fur from animal skins costing more than it is worth I believe designer clothes are overpriced; why pay double the price for a simple suit? piece of paper that shows that goods or services have been paid for an amount of money paid back to you for sth that you have bought but you are not happy with that has been booked in advance a table reserved at the best restaurant the glass at the front of a shop and the area behind it where goods are shown to the public a simple picture that is drawn quickly and does not have many details a flat piece of leather or cloth for fastening things A leather watch strap can be expensive. the part of a camera which contains a curved piece of glass that makes things look larger when you look through it
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ink instead of internal combustion engine invention lead light bulb manufacture mine monument motor
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/k/ /nsted v/ /ntnl km bstn endn/ /nvenn/ /led/ /lat blb/ /mnju fkt(r)/ /man/ /mnjumnt/ /mt(r)/
coloured liquid for writing, drawing and printing in the place of sth Can I use oil instead of butter in this recipe? a type of engine used in most cars that produces power by burning petrol inside a thing made for the first time the thin black part of a pencil that marks paper the glass part that fits into an electric lamp and gives light to make goods in large quantities Toyota manufactures cars. a deep hole or holes under the ground where minerals such as coal, gold, etc. are dug a diamond mine in South Africa a building, column, statue, etc. built to remind people of a famous person or event A monument to him was erected in St Pauls Cathedral. a device that uses electricity or gas to produce movement and makes a machine work The the boats motor needs to be serviced; its not working properly. a person whose job is concerned with politics, esp. as an elected member of parliament, etc. used to describe things that have been treated so they can be used again recycled paper which is in a particular place The hotel is situated near a beautiful sandy beach. a figure of a person or an animal in stone, metal, etc.
n adj adj n
ton worthwhile
n adj
/tn/ /wwal/
the golden statue of goddess Athena a unit for measuring weight, 1000 kg important, enjoyable, interesting, etc. It was in aid of a worthwhile cause.
n adj n pl
have an eye for (sth) inclined lets face it merchandise mind you
to be able to judge if things are valuable, attractive, etc. Shes always very elegantly dressed; she certainly has an eye for stylish clothes. likely to do sth Children are more inclined to listen to you if you speak loudly. lets accept reality The new Ferrari is an amazing car; but, lets face it, well never be able to afford one. things for sale used to add sth to what you have just said esp. sth that makes it less strong Did you know Josh has resigned? Mind you, Im not surprised; hes never liked his job. to give sth away that you would prefer to keep You should check that that computer has a guarantee before you part with any of your hard-earned money. (of prices) not too expensive This shop sells French perfume at very reasonable prices. a moral or legal claim to have or do sth All children have a right to basic education. to keep a supply of a particular type of goods to sell Do you stock umbrellas? what annoys me the most Mandy is never on time for lunch, but what really gets me is when she complains if someone else is late.
/salnt/
(of a person) not speaking As the curtain rose, the audience fell silent.