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Headway - Advanced - Unit 3

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 3 in the Headway Advanced coursebook, such as "have it rough", "affluent", "live down", etc.

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to move to a higher place

Ex: She decided to move up to the next floor to get a better view.
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to sit up
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to change one's position from a lying or reclining position into an upright one

Ex: The yoga instructor instructed the class to slowly sit up after the relaxation pose .
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to position one's body like a ball with one's arms and legs placed close to one's body while sitting

Ex: The dog curled up in its favorite spot , seeking solace after a tiring day of play .
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to regard someone or something as inferior or unworthy of respect or consideration

Ex: The arrogant aristocrat looked down on the common people .
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to put one's body in a flat position in order to sleep or rest

Ex: The doctor advised him to lie down if he felt dizzy .
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to turn a switch on a device so that it makes more sound, heat, etc.

Ex: The soup was n't heating up fast enough , so she turned up the stove .
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to set money or resources aside for future use

Ex: She saved her allowance up to buy a new bike.
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to become faster

Ex: The heartbeat monitor indicated that the patient 's heart rate began to speed up, requiring medical attention .
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to become silent or less noisy

Ex: The noisy construction site finally quieted down in the evening .
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to reduce the amount, size, or number of something

Ex: The company has cut down production to meet environmental goals .
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to move with a lower speed or rate of movement

Ex: The train started to slow down as it reached the station .
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to trade
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to buy and sell or exchange items of value

Ex: The company has recently traded shares on the stock market .
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to wear formal clothes for a special occasion or event

Ex: Attending the wedding , guests were expected to dress up in semi-formal attire .
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to simplify or reduce the intellectual content of something in order to make it more accessible or appealing to a wider audience

Ex: The complex jargon in the manual was dumbed down to help customers troubleshoot issues on their own.
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to dress in a more casual or informal manner than usual, often for a specific occasion or to conform to a dress code

Ex: She has dressed down for the past few weeks due to the summer heat .
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to set up
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to establish a fresh entity, such as a company, system, or organization

Ex: After months of planning and coordination , the entrepreneurs finally set up their own software development company in the heart of the city .
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to make someone excited, enthusiastic, or motivated, often for a particular purpose or activity

Ex: She always knows how to fire up the team with her positive attitude .
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to start a computer or other electronic device and load its operating system into memory for use

Ex: She booted her laptop up and began working on the report.
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to willingly step back from a position or authority, and allow someone else to take over

Ex: Realizing the need for change , the business owner decided to stand down and hand over day-to-day operations to a new manager .
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(of a machine or vehicle) to stop working as a result of a malfunction

Ex: The lawnmower broke down in the middle of mowing the lawn .
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to make something stop working

Ex: The IT department will shut down the servers for maintenance tonight .
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to bring something to a conclusion or resolution, often in a way that was unexpected or unplanned

Ex: She wound up the project ahead of schedule, much to everyone's surprise.
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to buy up
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to buy the whole supply of something such as tickets, stocks, goods, etc.

Ex: The store decided to buy up the seasonal items before they ran out .
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to use up
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to entirely consume a resource, leaving none remaining

Ex: The team used up their allocated budget for the project .
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to clarify a particular detail or aspect after precise investigation

Ex: The flavor of this dish is unique and difficult to pin down.
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to find a place to live and embrace a more stable and routine way of life

Ex: She plans to settle down in the countryside after retiring .
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to move past a negative reputation, embarrassing situation, or mistake by demonstrating better behavior over time

Ex: The individual sought to live down their criminal record by pursuing a life of law-abiding citizenship .
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to change from being a child into an adult little by little

Ex: When I grow up, I want to be a musician.
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to no longer be asleep

Ex: We should wake up early to catch the sunrise at the beach .
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to use up all of one's energy, especially to the point of stopping or ceasing to function

Ex: He is running down his energy after working nonstop for days .
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to express thoughts freely and confidently

Ex: It 's crucial to speak up for what you believe in .
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to make a space or environment become brighter and less gloomy, by adding more light sources or using lighter colors and materials

Ex: Lightening up the living room with brighter paint and new lighting fixtures made it feel more inviting and comfortable .
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to become less angry, upset, or worried

Ex: The baby finally calmed down after being rocked to sleep .
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to stop trying when faced with failures or difficulties

Ex: Do n’t give up now ; you ’re almost there .
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to lower something that was previously raised or suspended

Ex: The balloonist let down the anchor rope , securing the hot air balloon to the ground .
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well-off
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having enough money to cover one's expenses and maintain a desirable lifestyle

Ex: They invested wisely and became well-off in their retirement years .
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a time of little economic activity and high unemployment, which lasts for a long time

Ex: The global economy entered a deep depression following the financial crisis of 2008 .
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extravagant
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costing a lot of money, more than the necessary or affordable amount

Ex: The CEO 's extravagant spending habits raised eyebrows among shareholders and employees alike .
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affluent
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possessing a great amount of riches and material goods

Ex: The affluent couple donated generously to local charities and cultural institutions .
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to man up
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to show courage and strength in a difficult situation

Ex: I know this is tough , but you have to man up and get through it .
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spoiled
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(of a person) displaying a childish behavior due to being treated very well or having been given everything they desired in the past

Ex: It's important for parents to set boundaries to prevent their children from becoming spoiled and entitled.
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to make something seem more important or noticeable by highlighting it

Ex: To make the story more engaging , the author played up the main character 's internal conflict .
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rich
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owning a great amount of money or things that cost a lot

Ex: The rich philanthropist sponsored scholarships for underprivileged students .
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hardship
[noun]

the condition or state of experiencing severe difficulty or suffering

Ex: Despite the hardship, they managed to stay positive and hopeful for the future .
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prosperous
[Adjective]

rich and financially successful

Ex: The merchant led a prosperous life .
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modest
[Adjective]

not boasting about one's abilities, achievements, or belongings

Ex: He gave a modest reply when asked about his success .
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budget
[noun]

the sum of money that is available to a person, an organization, etc. for a particular purpose and the plan according to which it will be spent

Ex: The project ran over budget, leading to cuts in other areas .
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careful
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exercising caution and thoughtfulness in financial decisions to avoid wasteful or unnecessary expenses

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to experience a period of financial or personal difficulty

Ex: After losing his job , fell on hard times and had to move back in with his parents .
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used to refer to the action of rising from the depth of poverty to the highest of riches

Ex: With her talents and opportunities , she has the potential to from rags to riches in the future .
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to accumulate a large amount of wealth or money through one's own efforts, often through business ventures or investments

Ex: The entrepreneur 's innovative startup idea helped make a fortune.
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to experience difficulties or challenges in life, often over a prolonged period of time

Ex: Single parents have it rough, balancing work and raising children alone .
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