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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
[Verb]

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

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tourism
[noun]

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

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imposing
[Adjective]

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

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breathtaking
[Adjective]

incredibly impressive or beautiful, often leaving one feeling amazed

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iconic
[Adjective]

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

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lively
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The children 's laughter filled the air , making the park lively.
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in a place that is very far from where people usually go to

Ex: Their vacation took off the beaten track, deep into the wilderness , where they encountered breathtaking natural beauty .
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picturesque
[Adjective]

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

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remote
[Adjective]

far away in space or distant in position

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unspoiled
[Adjective]

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

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dull
[Adjective]

boring or lacking interest, excitement, or liveliness

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

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to give something or someone more credit than is deserved

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pricey
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costing a lot of money

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

Ex: rundown neighborhood had a high crime rate and few residents .
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tacky
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having a cheap or overly showy appearance

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

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

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to extend
[Verb]

to enlarge or lengthen something

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to escape from someone or somewhere

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to go
[Verb]

to travel or move from one location to another

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to go on
[Verb]

to continue without stopping

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to hit
[Verb]

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

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

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to refill an electronic device with energy

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sample
[noun]

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

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to start a journey

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to fully immerse oneself in an experience

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to wander
[Verb]

to move in a relaxed or casual manner

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spoiled
[Adjective]

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

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