Headway - Upper Intermediate - Unit 1

lasting the whole of a person's life

the average number of years a person is expected to live, based on various demographic and health factors

the account or narrative of a person's life, typically including significant events, experiences, and personal details

having the same size as an actual living being or object, without any exaggeration or reduction

a type of life that a person or group is living

experiencing intense sadness or disappointment due to a broken romantic relationship or other loss

the rhythmic movement of the heart while it is pumping blood

a medical emergency that happens when blood flow to the heart is suddenly blocked, which is fatal in some cases

inspiring positive emotions such as joy, happiness, and affection in the viewer or reader

regular work done in a house, especially cleaning, washing, etc.

the act of returning to one's home or place of origin

a plant that is typically grown indoors in a home or other building, often for decorative purposes

a married woman who does the housework such as cooking, cleaning, etc. and takes care of the children, and does not work outside the house

describing someone who takes great pride in the appearance, cleanliness, and overall condition of their home

feeling sad because of being away from one's home

the town or city where a person grew up or was born

a person who is unable or restricted from leaving their home, typically due to physical, medical, or other circumstances

referring to something that is native, locally produced, or originating from one's own country or region

a party that one gives in a new house or an apartment they just purchased to celebrate such event

the main opening page of a website that introduces it and links the user to other pages

people who lack stable housing and so live on the streets

any sea creature that is eaten as food such as fish, shrimp, seaweed, and shellfish

‌a board connected to a wall or a piece of furniture on which books are kept

unhealthy food, containing a lot of fat, sugar, etc.

a device that has two pieces that cover the ears and is used to listen to music or sounds without others hearing

the large words in the upper part of a page of a newspaper, article, etc.

the forward movement or advancement made despite difficulties or obstacles

a book used for the study of a particular subject, especially in schools and colleges

a written message that one sends or receives using a mobile phone

an outdoor or unenclosed space that is exposed to the elements

a specific set or range of products or merchandise offered by a business, often with a common theme, category, or market focus

a man who does business activities like running a company

a building or facility used by firefighters as a station for fire-fighting equipment and personnel

a device that gives warning of a fire, by making a loud noise

a medication taken to induce sleep or relieve insomnia

a portable, padded, and zippered bag used for sleeping, typically outdoors or while camping

a system that controls the temperature and humidity in a house, car, etc.

a large group of people gathered together in a particular place

a large moving crowd or mass of people, often in a disorderly or unruly manner

to know something's meaning, particularly something that someone says

to mentally understand information or concepts

having or bringing good luck

to have great success with something, particularly something that brings one a lot of money

a short period of sleep, typically taken during the day to refresh or rest

to take care of someone or something and attend to their needs, well-being, or safety

to take care of oneself, especially in a challenging or difficult situation, without the help or support of others

to sleep outdoors or in a place that is not intended for accommodation, such as on the streets or in a park, usually without proper bedding or shelter

familiar with something, often through repeated experience or exposure

to move from a standing or active position to a seated and more relaxed state

an unlawful act that is punishable by the legal system

unfair or dishonest behavior, often implying criminal activity or violence

consisting of multiple famous entertainers, performers, etc.

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

schoolwork that students have to do at home