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English File - Upper Intermediate - Lesson 10B

Here you will find the vocabulary from Lesson 10B in the English File Upper Intermediate coursebook, such as "demand", "thunder", "effect", etc.

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English File - Upper Intermediate
effect
effect
[noun]

a change in a person or thing caused by another person or thing

Ex: Climate change can have a drastic effect on animal habitats. 
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to forget
to forget
[Verb]

to not be able to remember something or someone from the past

Ex: It's easy to forget passwords, so it's essential to use a secure system. 
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health
health
[noun]

the general condition of a person's mind or body

Ex: Regular exercise and a balanced diet are essential for maintaining good health. 
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to learn
to learn
[Verb]

to become knowledgeable or skilled in something by doing it, studying, or being taught

Ex: He learned valuable negotiation skills by watching experienced negotiators in action 
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lightning
lightning
[noun]

a bright flash, caused by electricity, in the sky or one that hits the ground from within the clouds

Ex: The sky lit up with a brilliant flash of lightning during the storm. 
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pro
pro
[noun]

an argument or reason showing that there is an advantage in doing something

Ex: One pro of working remotely is the flexibility to create your own schedule. 
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quiet
quiet
[Adjective]

with little or no noise

Ex: The library was quiet, with only the sound of pages turning. 
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supply
supply
[noun]

(plural) necessary things, such as food, medicines, clothes, etc. for a group of people

Ex: Humanitarian organizations rushed to provide emergency supplies to the disaster-stricken region. 
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sweet
sweet
[Adjective]

containing sugar or having a taste that is like sugar

Ex: He likes the sweet taste of fresh strawberries. 
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cause
cause
[noun]

an event, thing, or person that gives rise to something

Ex: The sudden drop in temperature was the cause of the heavy snowfall. 
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con
con
[noun]

a disadvantage or negative aspect of a situation or decision

Ex: A major con of living in a big city is the high cost of housing. 
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to demand
to demand
[Verb]

to ask something from someone in an urgent and forceful manner

Ex: The workers decided to demand higher wages and better working conditions during the negotiations. 
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to forgive

to stop being angry or blaming someone for what they have done, and to choose not to punish them for their mistakes or flaws

Ex: After much reflection, she decided to forgive her friend for the misunderstanding. 
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forwards
forwards
[Adverb]

to or toward the direction or place in front of one

Ex: As the team moved forwards on the field, they strategized their next play to outsmart the opposing players. 
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to live
to live
[Verb]

to have your home somewhere specific

Ex: She prefers to live in a quiet country side away from crowded cities. 
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peace
peace
[noun]

a period or state where there is no war or violence

Ex: After years of conflict, the region finally experienced a period of lasting peace and stability. 
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safety
safety
[noun]

the condition of being protected and not affected by any potential risk or threat

Ex: The company prioritizes safety by regularly inspecting equipment and training employees to avoid accidents. 
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short
short
[Adjective]

having a below-average distance between two points

Ex: She wore a shirt with short sleeves to stay cool in the summer heat. 
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thunder
thunder
[noun]

the loud crackling noise that is heard from the sky during a storm

Ex: The thunder rattled the windows during the intense storm. 
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sick and tired

annoyed or disgusted by someone or something one has been dealing with for a long time

Ex: I'm sick and tired of waiting for him to call. 
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bits and pieces

jobs or things that are different in type and small either in size, number, or significance

Ex: I spent the afternoon doing bits and pieces around the house. 
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now and again

on occasions that are not regular or frequent

Ex: They visit their hometown now and again. 
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to wait and see

to be patient in order to find out about the outcome, answer, or future happenings

Ex: We’ll just have to wait and see if the weather improves for our picnic tomorrow. 
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by and large
by and large
[Adverb]

used to indicate that something is mostly the case or generally true

Ex: By and large, people in this town are friendly and welcoming. 
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law and order

a state of society where laws are followed, and public safety is maintained

Ex: Without law and order, society would fall into chaos. 
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safe and sound

not damaged or injured in any way

Ex: After the storm, the children were found safe and sound. 
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touch and go
touch and go
[phrase]

involving risk and uncertainty

Ex: It's touch and go whether he'll pull through at the end of this month. 
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backward
backward
[Adverb]

in or to the direction opposite to the front

Ex: She took a step backward to create some space. 
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