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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 travel
[Verb]

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

Ex: We decided to travel by plane to reach our destination faster.
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tourism
tourism
[noun]

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

Ex: The tourism industry has been impacted significantly by global travel restrictions .
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imposing
imposing
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The imposing statue in the town square honored the city's founder, standing tall and proud.
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unimposing
unimposing
[Adjective]

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

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breathtaking
breathtaking
[Adjective]

incredibly impressive or beautiful, often leaving one feeling amazed

Ex: Walking through the ancient ruins, I was struck by the breathtaking scale of the architecture and the rich history that surrounded me.
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iconic
iconic
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The Eiffel Tower is an iconic symbol of Paris and French culture .
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lively
lively
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The children 's laughter filled the air , making the park feel lively.
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off the beaten (track|path|route)

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

Ex: The cabin is off the beaten track, with no shops or traffic nearby.
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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 coastal town boasted sandy beaches and quaint cottages .
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remote
remote
[Adjective]

far away in space or distant in position

Ex: The remote farmhouse was surrounded by vast fields of crops .
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unspoiled
unspoiled
[Adjective]

remaining fresh, pure, and unharmed, without any signs of decay or damage

Ex: The fruit was picked at the peak of ripeness and was still unspoiled when it arrived at the market.
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dull
dull
[Adjective]

boring or lacking interest, excitement, or liveliness

Ex: The dull lecture made it hard for students to stay awake .
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to overcrowd

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

Ex: The elevators tend to overcrowd during the morning commute .
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to overrate

to give something or someone more credit than is deserved

Ex: Technology companies often overrate the demand for new features .
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pricey
pricey
[Adjective]

costing a lot of money

Ex: He opted for a pricey hotel room with a great view .
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rundown
rundown
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The small rundown shop barely attracted any customers anymore.
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soulless
soulless
[Adjective]

lacking emotional or spiritual depth or qualities

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tacky
tacky
[Adjective]

having a cheap or overly showy appearance

Ex: The tacky design ruined the elegant vibe .
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touristy
touristy
[Adjective]

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

Ex: She wanted to avoid the touristy areas and experience the city like a local .
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to chill out

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

Ex: The therapist suggested a few techniques to help chill out your mind .
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to extend
to extend
[Verb]

to enlarge or lengthen something

Ex: The city council plans to extend the park by adding more green space .
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to get away

to escape from someone or somewhere

Ex: The bank robber tried to get away with the stolen cash, but the police caught up to him.
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to go
to go
[Verb]

to travel or move from one location to another

Ex: Does this train go to the airport?
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to go on
to go on
[Verb]

to continue without stopping

Ex: She told him to go on with his studies and not let setbacks deter him.
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to hit
to hit
[Verb]

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

Ex: The baseball player hit the ball out of the park for a home run .
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to postpone

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

Ex: I will postpone my dentist appointment until after my vacation .
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to recharge

to refill an electronic device with energy

Ex: They recharge the portable power bank to have a backup power source .
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sample
sample
[noun]

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

Ex: The biopsy sample was examined to diagnose the disease .
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to set off

to start a journey

Ex: The cyclists set off on their long ride through the countryside , enjoying the fresh air .
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to soak up

to fully immerse oneself in an experience

Ex: In the bustling market, they eagerly soaked the local flavors up by trying various street foods.
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to wander
to wander
[Verb]

to move in a relaxed or casual manner

Ex: As the evening breeze picked up , they wandered along the riverbank , chatting idly and enjoying the cool air .
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spoiled
spoiled
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The spoiled meat emitted a foul smell that made the whole kitchen unpleasant .
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