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Cambridge English: PET (B1 Preliminary)
property
property
[noun]

a building or the piece of land surrounding it, owned by individuals, businesses, or entities

Ex: They inherited a large property with acres of farmland and a historic farmhouse. 
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cottage
cottage
[noun]

a small house, particularly one that is situated in the countryside or a village

Ex: They spent the weekend at a charming cottage by the lake. 
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mall
mall
[noun]

‌a large building or enclosed area, where many stores are placed

Ex: We spent the entire afternoon shopping at the mall. 
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palace
palace
[noun]

a large building that is the official home of a powerful or very important person such as a king, queen, pope, etc.

Ex: The royal palace gleamed in the sunlight, its marble facade adorned with intricate carvings and gilded accents. 
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prison
prison
[noun]

a building where people who did something illegal, such as stealing, murder, etc., are kept as a punishment

Ex: He was sentenced to ten years in prison for his involvement in the robbery. 
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clinic
clinic
[noun]

a part of a hospital or a healthcare facility that provides care for patients who do not require an overnight stay

Ex: She visited the dental clinic for her routine check-up and cleaning. 
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guest house

a small house separated from a larger one where guests can stay

Ex: The guest house nestled in the garden offered a tranquil retreat for visitors, with its cozy bedrooms and private patio. 
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ruin
ruin
[noun]

(plural) the remains of something such as a building after it has been seriously damaged or destroyed

Ex: They explored the ruins of an old castle during their trip. 
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monument
monument
[noun]

a place or building that is historically important

Ex: The Eiffel Tower is a famous monument in Paris, attracting millions of tourists each year. 
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town hall
town hall
[noun]

a building in which the officials of a town work

Ex: The mayor held a meeting at the town hall to discuss community concerns. 
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youth club

a community organization that provides recreational, educational, and social activities for young people

Ex: The youth club organizes weekly sports events to keep teenagers active and engaged. 
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apartment block

a large building that contains multiple flats on different floors, typically designed for people to live in

Ex: She recently moved into a modern apartment block with excellent facilities. 
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neighborhood

an area or district of a town or city that forms a community

Ex: I grew up in a small, rural neighborhood outside the city. 
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business district

an area of a city where the majority of commercial activities, offices, and financial institutions are located

Ex: The business district is full of skyscrapers and corporate offices. 
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convenient
convenient
[Adjective]

suited to one's comfort or preferences, often in terms of time, location, or availability

Ex: The new store's location is convenient for shoppers living nearby. 
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cozy
cozy
[Adjective]

(of a place) relaxing and comfortable, particularly because of the warmth or small size of the place

Ex: I like to sit in my cozy armchair with a good book. 
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terraced
terraced
[Adjective]

(of a number of identical houses) forming a continuous row by sharing common dividing walls

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storey
storey
[noun]

a level of a building, usually above ground, where people live or work

Ex: The office is located on the third storey of the building. 
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stunning
stunning
[Adjective]

causing strong admiration or shock due to beauty or impact

Ex: The stunning landscape of the countryside was captured in the artist's painting. 
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picturesque
picturesque
[Adjective]

(particularly of a building or place) having a pleasant and charming appearance, often resembling a picture or painting

Ex: The picturesque countryside was dotted with rolling hills and winding rivers. 
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residential
residential
[Adjective]

(of an area with buildings) designed specially for people to live in

Ex: The city zoning regulations prohibit commercial activities in residential areas. 
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spacious
spacious
[Adjective]

(of a room, house, etc.) large with a lot of space inside

Ex: The spacious living room had high ceilings and ample natural light. 
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luxurious
luxurious
[Adjective]

extremely comfortable, elegant, and often made with high-quality materials or features

Ex: She indulged in a luxurious spa treatment, complete with massages and facials. 
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furnished
furnished
[Adjective]

(of a house, apartment, etc.) available to be rented or purchased with the necessary furniture already provided

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empty
empty
[Adjective]

with no one or nothing inside

Ex: The empty room echoed with every step, its walls bare and devoid of furniture. 
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messy
messy
[Adjective]

lacking orderliness or cleanliness

Ex: His bedroom was messy, with clothes strewn across the floor and books piled haphazardly on the desk. 
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untidy
untidy
[Adjective]

not properly organized or cared for

Ex: His desk was untidy, with papers scattered everywhere. 
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garage
garage
[noun]

a place where vehicles are serviced or repaired

Ex: He took his car to the garage to have the brakes checked. 
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facility
facility
[noun]

a place or a building that is designed and equipped for a specific function, such as healthcare, education, etc.

Ex: The hospital's new facility includes state-of-the-art operating rooms and patient care units. 
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location
location
[noun]

the geographic position of someone or something

Ex: The new office location is closer to public transportation, making it more accessible for employees. 
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to locate
to locate
[Verb]

to assign or establish a specific place or position for something

Ex: The company decided to locate its new headquarters in the downtown area. 
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zone
zone
[noun]

a specific area with unique characteristics

Ex: This park has a zone for picnics and another for sports. 
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step
step
[noun]

a series of flat surfaces used for going up or down

Ex: The wooden steps of the porch creaked underfoot as visitors approached the front door of the cottage. 
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ceiling
ceiling
[noun]

the highest part of a room, vehicle, etc. that covers it from the inside

Ex: He stood on a ladder to change a lightbulb on the ceiling. 
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cellar
cellar
[noun]

an underground storage space or room, typically found in a building, used for storing food, wine, or other items that require a cool and dark environment

Ex: They use the cellar to store homemade preserves and pickles. 
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suburb
suburb
[noun]

a residential area outside a city

Ex: After years of living in the city, they decided to move to a suburb to enjoy a quieter lifestyle and more space for their growing family. 
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