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Headway - Upper Intermediate - Everyday English (Unit 11)

Here you will find the vocabulary from Everyday English Unit 11 in the Headway Upper Intermediate coursebook, such as "ideally", "after all", "presumably", etc.

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apparently
apparently
[Adverb]

used to convey that something seems to be true based on the available evidence or information

Ex: He apparently left the office early today; his desk is empty. 
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actually
actually
[Adverb]

used to emphasize a fact or the truth of a situation

Ex: Many people assumed she was the manager, but, actually, she's a senior consultant. 
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personally
personally
[Adverb]

used to show that the opinion someone is giving comes from their own viewpoint

Ex: I can't endorse that product personally, as I've had a negative experience with it. 
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surely
surely
[Adverb]

in a manner showing absolute confidence in the statement

Ex: She will surely appreciate your thoughtful gesture. 
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at least
at least
[Adverb]

even if nothing else is done or true

Ex: The weather may not be ideal, but at least it's not raining. 
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still
still
[Adverb]

despite what has been said or done

Ex: I didn't like the book. Still, I finished it. 
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honestly
honestly
[Adverb]

in a way that emphasizes sincerity of belief or opinion

Ex: I honestly think you did the right thing. 
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anyway
anyway
[Adverb]

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

Ex: Anyway, let’s get back to the main topic of our discussion. 
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presumably
presumably
[Adverb]

used to say that the something is believed to be true based on available information or evidence

Ex: She left the office early, presumably to attend a family event. 
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probably
probably
[Adverb]

used to show likelihood or possibility without absolute certainty

Ex: She will probably arrive at the party after 8 PM. 
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ideally
ideally
[Adverb]

used to express a situation or condition that is most desirable

Ex: Ideally, a balanced diet includes a variety of fruits, vegetables, proteins, and whole grains. 
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definitely
definitely
[Adverb]

in a certain way

Ex: I will definitely attend the meeting tomorrow. 
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obviously
obviously
[Adverb]

in a way that is easily understandable or noticeable

Ex: The sun was setting, so obviously, it was getting darker outside. 
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hopefully
hopefully
[Adverb]

used for expressing that one hopes something will happen

Ex: He submitted his job application, and hopefully, he will be invited for an interview. 
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certainly
certainly
[Adverb]

in an assured manner, leaving no room for doubt

Ex: You can certainly count on my support. 
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basically
basically
[Adverb]

used to state one's opinion while emphasizing or summarizing its most important aspects

Ex: Basically, we need to finish the project by the end of the week. 
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absolutely
absolutely
[Adverb]

in a total or complete way

Ex: I absolutely forgot about the meeting. 
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by and large
by and large
[Adverb]

used to indicate that something is mostly the case or generally true

Ex: By and large, people in this town are friendly and welcoming. 
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as a matter of fact

used to introduce a statement that presents a truth or reality, often to clarify or emphasize something

Ex: As a matter of fact, I did see him at the store earlier today. 
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all the same {~noun}

despite what has been said or done

Ex: He was tired, but he went to the party all the same. 
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after all
after all
[Adverb]

used to introduce a statement that provides a reason or justification

Ex: He felt guilty about taking a day off work, but after all, he had been working overtime for weeks. 
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