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Headway - Upper Intermediate - Unit 2

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 2 in the Headway Upper Intermediate coursebook, such as "arrangement", "make off", "litter", etc.

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Headway - Upper Intermediate

to try to do something as well as one is capable of

Ex: I know youdo your best on the exam , and that ’s all that matters .
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to stop using or having something

Ex: As part of the cost-cutting measures , the company chose to do away with certain non-essential services .
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to create a memorable or lasting effect on someone or something

Ex: In social situations, making impressions on others can help in building relationships and connections.
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a mutual understanding or agreement established between people

Ex: The arrangement for the wedding ceremony was very detailed .
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profit
[noun]

the sum of money that is gained after all expenses and taxes are paid

Ex: Without careful budgeting , it ’s difficult to achieve consistent profit.
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loss
[noun]

the state or process of losing a person or thing

Ex: Loss of biodiversity in the region has had detrimental effects on the ecosystem .
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research
[noun]

a careful and systematic study of a subject to discover new facts or information about it

Ex: The team 's research on consumer behavior guided their marketing strategy for the new product .
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doing something that someone has planned to, often when they find the right time

Ex: The company is waiting for the right time to make its move into the international market.
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to perform a helpful or kind act for someone, typically without expecting something in return

Ex: He did his elderly neighbor a favor by shoveling snow from her driveway.
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to try to do or accomplish something, particularly something difficult

Ex: We need make an effort to reduce our carbon footprint .
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business
[noun]

the activity of providing services or products in exchange for money

Ex: He started a landscaping business after graduating from college .
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to have a very strong and noticeable effect on someone or something

Ex: Understanding cultural nuances can make a difference between successful international business negotiations and misunderstandings.
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decision
[noun]

a choice or judgment that is made after adequate consideration or thought

Ex: The decision to invest in renewable energy sources reflects the company 's commitment to sustainability .
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the act of putting an idea or plan forward for someone to think about

Ex: I appreciate your suggestion to try meditation as a stress-relief technique .
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degree
[noun]

the certificate that is given to university or college students upon successful completion of their course

Ex: To enter the medical field , you must first obtain a medical degree.
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clear
[Adjective]

easy to understand

Ex: The rules of the game were clear, making it easy for newcomers to join .
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to create a false or fictional story or information

Ex: The child made up a story about their imaginary friend .
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to do something in order to replace something lost or fix something damaged

Ex: Giving a heartfelt apology can help make up for the hurtful words that were spoken during the argument .
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to leave quickly, often in order to escape or avoid someone or something

Ex: He tried to make off with the documents but was caught at the door .
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used to mean that one can go on or manage without someone or something

Ex: The party could do without any more unexpected guests; we're already at full capacity.
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used to mean that one benefits from having someone or something present or available to one

Ex: The garden could do with a bit of rain; the plants are looking a bit dry.
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to do up
[Verb]

to fasten, button, zip, or otherwise secure something, often related to clothing or accessories

Ex: The actor quickly needed to do up the cufflinks on his shirt before going on stage .
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rubbish
[noun]

unwanted, worthless, and unneeded things that people throw away

Ex: The council has implemented new bins for rubbish to encourage proper waste disposal in the community .
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litter
[noun]

waste such as bottles, papers, etc. that people throw on a sidewalk, park, or other public place

Ex: The city fined him for throwing litter out of his car window .
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to clog
[Verb]

to make it so that nothing can move through something

Ex: A swarm of insects clogged the air filter of the HVAC system , affecting air quality in the building .
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to swamp
[Verb]

to flood or cover something with water, making it hard to use or move through

Ex: The river has swamped several villages this week .
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garbage
[noun]

things such as household materials that have no use anymore

Ex: The children were told not to leave their garbage on the beach .
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debris
[noun]

the scattered pieces of waste, remains, or broken objects, often left after destruction or an accident

Ex: The firefighters carefully moved the debris to prevent further collapse .
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to swirl
[Verb]

to move in a twisting or whirling motion, creating a pattern of circular or spiral motion

Ex: The sand has been swirling in intricate patterns under the influence of the desert winds .
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to gobble
[Verb]

to eat something quickly and greedily, often making loud and rapid swallowing sounds

Ex: In a rush , she had to gobble her lunch before the meeting .
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the sequence of organisms in an ecosystem where each organism serves as a source of food for the next organism in the chain

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grain
[noun]

a small, hard particle or granule, often referring to seeds, sand, or similar substances

Ex: The sculpture was carved with such detail that every grain of wood stood out .
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to impose
[Verb]

to force someone to do what they do not want

Ex: Parents should guide and support rather than impose their career choices on their children .
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infinite
[Adjective]

without end or limits in extent, amount, or space

Ex: His infinite kindness towards everyone he met made him beloved by all .
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single-use
[Adjective]

made to be used once and then thrown away

Ex: They banned single-use bags to reduce plastic waste .
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throwaway
[Adjective]

discarded or is intended to be thrown away after use

Ex: He collected throwaway cans to recycle them for cash .
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well
[interjection]

said to express agreement to something, usually reluctantly

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you know
[interjection]

used as a filler phrase to pause or fill gaps in speech

Ex: He’s not the easiest person to work with, you know.
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like
[interjection]

used as a filler word or hesitation marker

Ex: I could n’t believe it — she just , like, walked away without saying anything !
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I mean
[interjection]

used in speech to provide emphasis, or to signal a pause in speech while the speaker gathers their thoughts

Ex: I mean , how could anyone resist an offer like that ?
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you see
[interjection]

used to draw attention to a point or to emphasize a statement or explanation

Ex: You see , the reason we ’re moving is to be closer to family .
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kind of
[phrase]

in some ways or to some degree

Ex: Ikind of tired , so I might skip the evening workout today .
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sort of
[Adverb]

to a degree or extent that is unclear

Ex: The team's performance was sort of impressive, considering the challenging circumstances.
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anyway
[Adverb]

used when ending a conversation, or changing, or returning to a subject

Ex: Anyway, I ’ll call you later with more updates .
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so
[conjunction]

used to introduce a consequence or result of the preceding clause

Ex: I forgot her birthday , so she was upset with me .
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turquoise
[noun]

a bright bluish-green color

Ex: His shirt was a vibrant turquoise, perfect for the summer party .
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Headway - Upper Intermediate
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