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English File - Advanced - Lesson 8B

Here you will find the vocabulary from Lesson 8B in the English File Advanced coursebook, such as "imposing", "picturesque", "tacky", etc.

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English File - Advanced
to travel

to go from one location to another, particularly to a far location

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tourism

‌the business of providing accommodation, services and entertainment for people who are visiting a place for pleasure

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imposing

impressive or grand in appearance, size, presence that inspires respect, admiration, or awe

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unimposing

not impressive, significant, or noteworthy in appearance, size, or manner

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breathtaking

incredibly impressive or beautiful, often leaving one feeling amazed

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iconic

widely recognized and regarded as a symbol of a particular time, place, or culture

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lively

(of a place or atmosphere) full of excitement and energy

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off the beaten track

in a place that is very far from where people usually go to

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picturesque

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

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remote

far away in space or distant in position

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unspoilt

remaining in a natural or original state without any alteration, damage, or decay

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dull

boring or lacking interest, excitement, or liveliness

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to overcrowd

to be filled with more people or things than is comfortable, safe, or desirable

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to overrate

to give something or someone more credit than is deserved

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pricey

costing a lot of money

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rundown

(of a place or building) in a very poor condition, often due to negligence

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soulless

lacking emotional or spiritual depth or qualities

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tacky

having a cheap or overly showy appearance

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touristy

intended for, visited by, or attractive to tourists, in a way that one does not like it

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to chill out

to relax and take a break especially when feeling stressed or upset

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to extend

to enlarge or lengthen something

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to get away

to escape from someone or somewhere

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to go

to travel or move from one location to another

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to go on

to continue without stopping

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to hit

to strike someone or something with force using one's hand or an object

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to postpone

to arrange or put off an activity or an event for a later time than its original schedule

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to recharge

to refill an electronic device with energy

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sample

a small amount of a substance taken from a larger amount used for scientific analysis or therapeutic experiment

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to set off

to start a journey

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to soak up

to fully immerse oneself in an experience

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to wander

to move in a relaxed or casual manner

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spoiled

(of food or drink) having gone bad or become unsuitable for consumption

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