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Headway - Upper Intermediate - Unit 5

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 5 in the Headway Upper Intermediate coursebook, such as "tolerate", "criticism", "take over", etc.

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Headway - Upper Intermediate
to put up

to place something somewhere noticeable

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to take it for granted

to assume without question that something is true

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to put up with

to tolerate something or someone unpleasant, often without complaining

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to tolerate

to allow something one dislikes, especially certain behavior or conditions, without interference or complaint

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increased

having grown or become larger in amount or degree

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to have a problem with sb/sth

to not to be able to approve or accept someone or something

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without doubt

uses to emphasize an opinion or the point one is making

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to take place

to occur at a specific time or location

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to put a stop to sth

to make something stop or prevent it from happening, often in a temporary way

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to take notice

to become aware of someone or something and pay them attention

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to put sb in charge

to assign someone to be responsible for a task or group of people

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responsibility

the obligation to perform a particular duty or task that is assigned to one

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to take one's advice

to listen to and follow the guidance or suggestions offered by another person

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to take part

to participate in something, such as an event or activity

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criticism

remarks that express disapproval of someone or something based on their errors or flaws

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to take criticism

to listen to and accept negative feedback or comments about oneself or one's work, and to use that feedback to improve oneself or one's work

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to put pressure on

to apply force, influence, or persuasion in order to make someone do something or achieve a certain outcome

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to take ages

to require a very long time to complete something, often much longer than expected or necessary

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to get one's mind off sth

to distract someone's attention or thoughts away from something, typically something stressful, worrisome, or unpleasant

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to take time

to need a significant amount of time to be able to happen, be completed, or achieved

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to take it easy

to try to be calm and relaxed and possibly rest

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to calm down

to become less angry, upset, or worried

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in one's shoes

in a similar or identical situation to someone else, particularly a difficult or unpleasant one

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fault

a wrong move or act

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diary

a book or journal in which one records personal experiences, thoughts, or feelings on a regular basis, usually on a daily basis

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to take sth personally

to interpret or perceive a comment, action, or situation as being directed towards oneself, and to feel hurt, offended, or insulted as a result

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to hurry

to move or do something very quickly, particularly because of a lack of time

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panic

a feeling of extreme fear and anxiety that makes one unable to think clearly

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to put one's foot in it

to say or do something that is embarrassing, inappropriate, or offensive, usually without intending to

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to take back

to retract a statement, opinion, or promise, especially in an apologetic manner

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to put on

to wear a piece of clothing

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to take in

to observe something with one's eyes, often paying close attention to the details

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to take off

to remove a piece of clothing or accessory from your or another's body

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to take on

to hire someone

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to take over

to gain control or possession of something through force, effort, or strategy

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to put out

to make something stop burning or shining

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to put off

to postpone an appointment or arrangement

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to put away

to place something where it should be after using it

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to take issue

to argue or disagree with someone over something

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the thing is

used at the start of one's explanation or excuse

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to put right

to resolve a situation or make amends for a mistake or wrongdoing

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to have a thing for sb/sth

to be excessively obsessed with someone, especially in a way that seems strange or unreasonable

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to enjoy one's company

to take pleasure in spending time with another person and enjoy interacting with them

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one's kind of sb/sth/sw

a particular place, person, or thing aligns with or matches one's personal preferences, tastes, or interests

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to make a big thing (out) of sth

to treat or portray something as more important, significant, or serious than it actually is, often resulting in exaggerated attention or drama

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offense

any type of behavior or expression that is disrespectful, hurtful, or unpleasant towards another person or group of people

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to take a risk

to decide to do something that may result in something unpleasant or dangerous

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