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English File - Advanced - Lesson 6A

Here you will find the vocabulary from Lesson 6A in the English File Advanced coursebook, such as "laborsaving", "high-risk", "detergent", etc.

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English File - Advanced
air-conditioned
air-conditioned
[Adjective]

(of vehicles or buildings) equipped with a cooling system that dries the air

Ex: The movie theater was pleasantly air-conditioned, providing a cool escape from the summer heat.Ā 
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high-risk
high-risk
[Adjective]

very likely to become or behave in a highly dangerous or harmful way

Ex: Investing in high-risk stocks can yield high returns, but it also comes with the potential for significant losses.Ā 
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last-minute
last-minute
[Adjective]

happening or done at the last possible moment before a deadline or event

Ex: He booked a last-minute flight to attend the wedding, hoping to find a good deal on the airfare.Ā 
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old-fashioned
old-fashioned
[Adjective]

no longer used, supported, etc. by the general public, typically belonging to an earlier period in history

Ex: The old-fashioned rotary telephone seemed out of place in the modern office.Ā 
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narrow-minded
narrow-minded
[Adjective]

not open to new ideas, opinions, etc.

Ex: His narrow-minded views on politics made it difficult to have meaningful discussions with him.Ā 
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second hand
second hand
[Adverb]

from a previous owner or source

Ex: She bought the vintage dress second hand from a local thrift store.Ā 
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self-conscious
self-conscious
[Adjective]

embarrassed or worried about one's appearance or actions

Ex: She felt self-conscious about her new haircut, worried that it didn't suit her face shape.Ā 
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well-behaved
well-behaved
[Adjective]

behaving in an appropriate and polite manner, particularly of children

Ex: The well-behaved children sat quietly during the storytime session at the library.Ā 
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worn-out
worn-out
[Adjective]

very damaged or old in a way that has become unusable

Ex: He donated his worn-out clothes to a local charity.Ā 
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low-cost
low-cost
[Adjective]

relatively cheap compared to others of its kind

Ex: The airline offers low-cost flights to popular destinations.Ā 
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airline
airline
[noun]

ā€Œa company or business that provides air transportation services for people and goods

Ex: He always flies with the same airline to accumulate loyalty points.Ā 
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extracurricular activity

an activity or program that takes place outside of regular school or work hours, often involving clubs, sports teams, or volunteer organizations

Ex: She joined the debate club as an extracurricular activity to improve her public speaking skills.Ā 
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dead-end job

a job that does not provide one with the chance to advance to a better position or job

Ex: He left the dead-end job and went back to school.Ā 
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laborsaving
laborsaving
[Adjective]

designed to make a task or activity require less physical or mental effort, often by using technology or automation

Ex: The new laborsaving dishwasher drastically reduced the time spent on kitchen chores.Ā 
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device
device
[noun]

a machine or tool that is designed for a particular purpose

Ex: The flashlight is a simple yet helpful device during power outages.Ā 
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high-heeled
high-heeled
[Adjective]

(of women's shoes) having tall heels

Ex: She wore a pair of stylish high-heeled shoes to the formal event.Ā 
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shoe
shoe
[noun]

something that we wear to cover and protect our feet, generally made of strong materials like leather or plastic

Ex: He polished his leather shoes to make them look shiny.Ā 
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eco-friendly
eco-friendly
[Adjective]

referring to products, actions, or practices that are designed to cause minimal harm to the environment

Ex: The company switched to eco-friendly packaging made from recycled materials.Ā 
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detergent
detergent
[noun]

a cleaning substance that is designed to remove dirt, stains, and other impurities from surfaces or fabrics

Ex: She added a scoop of detergent to the washing machine to ensure the clothes came out clean and fresh.Ā 
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life-changing
life-changing
[Adjective]

so impactful that can change someone's life

Ex: The workshop was a life-changing experience for many attendees.Ā 
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experience

the skill and knowledge we gain from doing, feeling, or seeing things

Ex: Her years of experience as a chef have made her an expert in the kitchen.Ā 
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feel-good
feel-good
[Adjective]

producing a sense of happiness or satisfaction

Ex: The movie had a feel-good vibe, leaving everyone in the theater with a smile on their face.Ā 
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movie
movie
[noun]

a story told through a series of moving pictures with sound, usually watched via television or in a cinema

Ex: He watched a scary movie and got scared during the suspenseful scenes.Ā 
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groundbreaking
groundbreaking
[Adjective]

original and pioneering in a certain field, often setting a new standard for others to follow

Ex: The scientist's groundbreaking research led to a major breakthrough in cancer treatment.Ā 
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research
research
[noun]

a careful and systematic study of a subject to discover new facts or information about it

Ex: Mark spent hours in the library doing research for his history paper.Ā 
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high-pitched
high-pitched
[Adjective]

having a sound that is of a higher frequency or tone than usual

Ex: The child's high-pitched laughter filled the room, bringing a sense of joy to everyone present.Ā 
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voice
voice
[noun]

the sounds that a person makes when speaking or singing

Ex: Her voice was soft and soothing, perfect for reading bedtime stories.Ā 
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homemade
homemade
[Adjective]

having been made at home, rather than in a factory or store, especially referring to food

Ex: She baked a batch of homemade cookies for the bake sale.Ā 
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