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Il libro Insight - Intermedio - Unità 8 - 8A

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 8 - 8A in the Insight Intermediate coursebook, such as "worthwhile", "dead-end", "glamorous", etc.

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highly
[avverbio]

in a favorable or approving manner

molto

molto

Ex: The new policy has been highly welcomed by environmental groups .La nuova politica è stata **molto** apprezzata dai gruppi ambientalisti.
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skilled
[aggettivo]

having the necessary experience or knowledge to perform well in a particular field

esperto

esperto

Ex: The skilled chef creates culinary masterpieces that delight the palate .Lo chef **esperto** crea capolavori culinari che deliziano il palato.
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to fly
[Verbo]

to move or travel through the air

volare

volare

Ex: Look at the clouds ; planes must fly through them all the time .Guarda le nuvole; gli aerei devono **volare** attraverso di esse tutto il tempo.
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repetitive
[aggettivo]

referring to something that involves repeating the same actions or elements multiple times, often leading to boredom or dissatisfaction

ripetitivo

ripetitivo

Ex: The exercise routine was effective , but its repetitive nature made it hard to stick to over time .La routine di esercizi era efficace, ma la sua natura **ripetitiva** ha reso difficile mantenerla nel tempo.
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dead-end
[aggettivo]

providing no opportunities to improve, advance, or progress

vicolo cieco

vicolo cieco

Ex: The detective was frustrated after following another dead-end lead .Il detective era frustrato dopo aver seguito un altro indizio **senza uscita**.
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to vary
[Verbo]

to make changes to or modify something, making it slightly different

variare

variare

Ex: The musician varies the tempo and dynamics in his compositions , adding interest and emotion to the music .Il musicista **varia** il tempo e le dinamiche nelle sue composizioni, aggiungendo interesse ed emozione alla musica.
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stressful
[aggettivo]

causing mental or emotional strain or worry due to pressure or demands

stressante

stressante

Ex: The job interview was a stressful experience for him .Il colloquio di lavoro è stata un'esperienza **stressante** per lui.
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worthwhile
[aggettivo]

deserving of time, effort, or attention due to inherent value or importance

valido

valido

Ex: The meeting was worthwhile, as it led to a valuable collaboration .L'incontro è stato **fruttuoso**, poiché ha portato a una preziosa collaborazione.
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challenging
[aggettivo]

difficult to accomplish, requiring skill or effort

impegnativo

impegnativo

Ex: Completing the obstacle course was challenging, pushing participants to their physical limits.Completare il percorso a ostacoli è stato **impegnativo**, spingendo i partecipanti ai loro limiti fisici.
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to have a certain amount of tasks or problems that need to be dealt with

ce l'hai nel piatto

ce l'hai nel piatto

Ex: He did n’t accept the invitation since he had too much on his plate.
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to start to do an activity, often in a way that is encouraging to others

Ex: The manager ensured progress getting the ball rolling early .
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to elevate one's foot in order to rest or relax

riposare

riposare

Ex: After a busy day at work, he likes to put his feet up with a cup of tea.
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to put someone in a difficult or challenging situation without providing any help or guidance

Ex: He thrived after being thrown in at the deep end with little experience.
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to show or teach someone how a particular job or task is done

Dettagli sulla situazione specifica,  attività

Dettagli sulla situazione specifica, attività

Ex: The mentor taught him the ropes of public speaking.
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to demonstrate one's ability in surpassing obstacles and dealing with difficult situations

aumentare i tuoi sforzi in risposta a una situazione difficile

aumentare i tuoi sforzi in risposta a una situazione difficile

Ex: The doctor rose to the challenge and saved the patient’s life.
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bottom line
[sostantivo]

the most important factor in an argument or a discussion that brings it to an end

l'essenziale, il punto cruciale

l'essenziale, il punto cruciale

Ex: I understand your concerns , but the bottom line is that this is the best course of action .Capisco le tue preoccupazioni, ma **il punto fondamentale** è che questo è il miglior corso d'azione.
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gender-neutral
[aggettivo]

not exclusive to any particular gender and suitable for people of all gender identities

genere neutro

genere neutro

Ex: The fashion industry is embracing gender-neutral clothing lines that cater to individuals who prefer styles that are not traditionally associated with a specific gender .L'industria della moda sta abbracciando linee di abbigliamento **gender-neutral** che si rivolgono a individui che preferiscono stili non tradizionalmente associati a un genere specifico.
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firefighter
[sostantivo]

someone whose job is to put out fires and save people or animals from dangerous situations

pompiere

pompiere

Ex: The community honored the firefighters for their bravery and dedication during a wildfire .La comunità ha onorato i **vigili del fuoco** per il loro coraggio e dedizione durante un incendio boschivo.
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fireman
[sostantivo]

a man who works for a fire department and puts out fires

pompiere

pompiere

Ex: A retired fireman shared his experiences with students .Un **pompiere** in pensione ha condiviso le sue esperienze con gli studenti.
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head teacher
[sostantivo]

the leader of a school, responsible for managing and guiding the school

preside

preside

Ex: The head teacher's innovative approach to education earned the school national recognition .L'approccio innovativo del **preside** all'istruzione ha valso alla scuola un riconoscimento nazionale.
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headmaster
[sostantivo]

a person, typically a man, who is in charge of a school

preside

preside

Ex: The headmaster implemented new policies to improve academic standards .Il **preside** ha implementato nuove politiche per migliorare gli standard accademici.
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police officer
[sostantivo]

someone whose job is to protect people, catch criminals, and make sure that laws are obeyed

poliziotto

poliziotto

Ex: With a flashlight in hand , the police officer searched for clues at the crime scene .Con una torcia in mano, l'**agente di polizia** cercava indizi sulla scena del crimine.
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policewoman
[sostantivo]

a woman whose job is to protect people, catch criminals, and make sure that laws are obeyed

poliziotta

poliziotta

Ex: As a policewoman, she often works long hours but finds fulfillment in making a positive impact on society .Come **poliziotta**, spesso lavora lunghe ore ma trova soddisfazione nel fare un impatto positivo sulla società.
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postman
[sostantivo]

a person, often a man, who is employed to deliver mail and packages to people's homes or other locations

postino

postino

Ex: After the rainstorm , the postman continued his rounds despite the wet conditions .Dopo il temporale, il **postino** ha continuato il suo giro nonostante le condizioni bagnate.
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shop assistant
[sostantivo]

someone whose job is to serve or help customers in a shop

assistente di negozio

assistente di negozio

Ex: The shop assistant offered to wrap the purchase as a complimentary service .Il **commesso** ha offerto di incartare l'acquisto come servizio gratuito.
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salesman
[sostantivo]

a person, often a man, whose job is to sell products or services to customers

venditore

venditore

Ex: Salesmen are often rewarded with bonuses based on their sales performance .I **venditori** sono spesso premiati con bonus in base alle loro prestazioni di vendita.
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spokesperson
[sostantivo]

a person who speaks formally for an organization, government, etc.

portavoce

portavoce

Ex: The spokesperson denied any involvement of the company in the allegations .Il **portavoce** ha negato qualsiasi coinvolgimento dell'azienda nelle accuse.
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spokesman
[sostantivo]

a person, often a man, who is appointed or elected to speak on behalf of a group or organization

representative

representative

Ex: The spokesman denied the rumors circulating about the company ’s future .Il **portavoce** ha negato le voci che circolano sul futuro dell'azienda.
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athlete
[sostantivo]

a person who is good at sports and physical exercise, and often competes in sports competitions

atleta

atleta

Ex: The young athlete aspired to represent her country in the Olympics .Il giovane **atleta** aspirava a rappresentare il suo paese alle Olimpiadi.
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sportswoman
[sostantivo]

a woman who engages in sports or athletic activities

sportiva

sportiva

Ex: The sportswoman was celebrated for her dedication and hard work in training .La **sportiva** è stata celebrata per la sua dedizione e il duro lavoro in allenamento.
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flight attendant
[sostantivo]

a person who works on a plane to bring passengers meals and take care of them

assistente di volo

assistente di volo

Ex: She underwent extensive training to become a flight attendant, learning emergency procedures and customer service skills .Ha seguito un addestramento intensivo per diventare **assistente di volo**, imparando le procedure di emergenza e le abilità di servizio clienti.
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stewardess
[sostantivo]

a woman who works on an airplane, assisting passengers and ensuring their safety and comfort during the flight

hostess

hostess

Ex: She worked as a stewardess for over ten years before transitioning to a managerial role .Ha lavorato come **hostess** per oltre dieci anni prima di passare a un ruolo manageriale.
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actor
[sostantivo]

someone whose job involves performing in movies, plays, or series

attore

attore

Ex: The talented actor effortlessly portrayed a wide range of characters , from a hero to a villain .Il **attore** talentuoso ha ritratto senza sforzo una vasta gamma di personaggi, da un eroe a un cattivo.
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glamorous
[aggettivo]

stylish, attractive, and often associated with luxury or sophistication

attraente

attraente

Ex: His glamorous sports car turned heads as he drove through the city streets .La sua auto sportiva **glamour** ha attirato l'attenzione mentre percorreva le strade della città.
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actress
[sostantivo]

a woman whose job involves performing in movies, plays, or series

attrice

attrice

Ex: The young actress received an award for her outstanding performance .La giovane **attrice** ha ricevuto un premio per la sua performance eccezionale.
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