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English File - Upper Intermediate - Lesson 8B

Here you will find the vocabulary from Lesson 8B in the English File Upper Intermediate coursebook, such as "media", "headline", "sensational", etc.

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English File - Upper Intermediate
media
[noun]

the ways through which people receive information such as newspapers, television, etc.

Ex: She studies how the media influences politics and public opinion .
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to quiz
[Verb]

to test someone's knowledge or understanding of a topic in a formal or informal setting

Ex: The coach quizzed the players on the playbook before the big game .
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to tip
[Verb]

to predict the chance of winning or achieving something

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to wed
[Verb]

to legally become someone's wife or husband

Ex: The childhood sweethearts finally wed in a traditional ceremony.
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to split
[Verb]

to separate and go in different directions

Ex: When the class ended , the students split, some heading to the library to study while others went to grab lunch .
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to marry
[Verb]

to become someone's husband or wife

Ex: They plan to marry next summer in a beach ceremony .
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headline
[noun]

the large words in the upper part of a page of a newspaper, article, etc.

Ex: As soon as the headline was published , social media exploded with reactions from readers around the world .
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to back
[Verb]

to support someone or something

Ex: While they were facing difficulties , we were backing them with emotional support .
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to hit
[Verb]

to affect someone or something, especially in a bad way

Ex: Rural communities have been severely hit by the lack of healthcare access .
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to clash
[Verb]

to be different from each other, resulting in incompatibility or disagreement

Ex: Their interests clashed when they realized they were competing for the same promotion .
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to vow
[Verb]

to make a sincere promise to do or not to do something particular

Ex: She vowed her undying love to him on their wedding day .
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to bid
[Verb]

to try to achieve something

Ex: Several startups are bidding to attract investors at the upcoming tech conference .
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to row
[Verb]

‌to have a noisy argument

Ex: The coworkers were known to row occasionally , creating tension in the office with their heated disputes .
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someone who prepares news to be broadcast or writes for newspapers, magazines, or news websites

Ex: The journalist spent months researching for his article .
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someone whose job involves giving answers and advice to people's questions and troubles in a dedicated newspaper column or magazine

Ex: Many people found comfort in the agony aunt's thoughtful responses , feeling less alone in their struggles .
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someone who writes or talks about the events of the day or a particular subject in a newspaper or on a social platform or TV

Ex: The cultural commentator offered thoughtful critiques on the latest film releases , influencing public opinion .
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critic
[noun]

someone who evaluates and provides opinions or judgments about various forms of art, literature, performances, or other creative works

Ex: The art critic's insightful analysis of the paintings on display helped visitors better understand the artist's techniques and influences.
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editor
[noun]

someone who is in charge of a newspaper agency, magazine, etc. and decides what should be published

Ex: He 's known for his editorial expertise and sharp eye for detail as an editor.
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freelance
[noun]

an individual who works independently without having a long-term contract with companies

Ex: Many people are switching to freelance careers , attracted by the ability to manage their own schedules and workloads .
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a presenter who reads the news during a TV or radio program

Ex: The newsreader seamlessly transitioned from national to international stories , keeping the broadcast smooth and engaging .
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paparazzi
[noun]

freelance photographers who aggressively pursue and take pictures of celebrities, often in invasive or intrusive ways

Ex: The actress hired security to shield her from the paparazzi while attending the movie premiere .
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presenter
[noun]

someone who formally gives a person an award, prize, degree, etc. at an event or ceremony

Ex: Serving as the presenter of the prize , he gave a short speech about the recipient 's remarkable achievements .
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reporter
[noun]

a person who gathers and reports news or does interviews for a newspaper, TV, radio station, etc.

Ex: The reporter attended the press conference to ask questions about the new policy .
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sensational
[Adjective]

causing people to experience great interest, shock, curiosity, or excitement

Ex: The sensational aroma of freshly baked bread wafted through the bakery , enticing customers inside .
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biased
[Adjective]

having a preference or unfair judgment toward one side or viewpoint over others

Ex: It's important to consider multiple sources of information to avoid being biased in your conclusions.
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objective
[Adjective]

based only on facts and not influenced by personal feelings or judgments

Ex: A good judge must remain objective in every case .
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accurate
[Adjective]

(of measurements, information, etc.) free from errors and matching facts

Ex: The historian ’s account of the war was accurate, drawing from primary sources .
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censored
[Adjective]

(of books, movies, etc.) undergone the removal of the parts that were against a government's political, moral, or religious standards

Ex: The government censored parts of the news broadcast, removing any content deemed politically sensitive.
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ax
[noun]

a tool with a long wooden handle attached to a heavy steel or iron blade, primarily used for chopping wood and cutting down trees

Ex: He polished the wooden handle of his grandfather 's old ax.
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