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Solutions - Intermediate - Unit 8 - 8G

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 8 - 8G in the Solutions Intermediate coursebook, such as "leak", "swerve", "collide", etc.

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ceiling
[noun]

the highest part of a room, vehicle, etc. that covers it from the inside

Ex: She lies on the floor , imagining shapes on the ceiling.
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to drip
[Verb]

(particularly of water) to fall in small amounts of droplets

Ex: Condensation dripped from the glass of cold water onto the table .
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to leak
[Verb]

(of liquid or gas) to escape through a hole or crack in a container or structure

Ex: Water leaked from the jug after it was dropped .
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to try to find information in a dictionary, computer, etc.

Ex: You should look up the word to improve your vocabulary .
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a book containing a list of telephone numbers for a particular area or group of people, arranged alphabetically

Ex: The old phone book had many listings for local businesses .
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plumber
[noun]

someone who installs and repairs pipes, toilets, etc.

Ex: The plumber provided advice on how to prevent future plumbing problems .
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to appeal
[Verb]

to attract or gain interest, approval, or admiration

Ex: The novel 's unique storyline and compelling characters appealed to readers of all ages .
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finally
[Adverb]

after a long time, usually when there has been some difficulty

Ex: They waited anxiously for their turn , and finally, their names were called .
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idea
[noun]

a suggestion or thought about something that we could do

Ex: The manager welcomed any ideas from the employees to enhance workplace morale .
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only
[Adverb]

with anyone or anything else excluded

Ex: We go to the park only on weekends .
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reason
[noun]

something that explains an action or event

Ex: Understanding the reason for his behavior helped to resolve the conflict .
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simple
[Adjective]

not involving difficulty in doing or understanding

Ex: The instructions were simple to follow , with clear steps outlined .
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view
[noun]

a personal belief or judgment that is not based on proof or certainty

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damaged
[Adjective]

(of a person or thing) harmed or spoiled

Ex: The damaged reputation of the company led to decreased sales .
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injured
[Adjective]

physically harmed or wounded

Ex: Jack 's injured hand was wrapped in bandages to protect the cuts and bruises .
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to kill
[Verb]

to end the life of someone or something

Ex: The assassin was hired to kill a political figure .
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to come into sudden and forceful contact with another object or person

Ex: The strong winds caused two trees to lean and eventually collide during the storm .
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to crash
[Verb]

to collide violently, especially involving a vehicle, resulting in damage or injury

Ex: The bus crashed into the side of the building , breaking the windows .
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to lose
[Verb]

to be deprived of or stop having someone or something

Ex: If you do n't take precautions , you might lose your belongings in a crowded place .
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to have power over a person, company, country, etc. and to decide how things should be done

Ex: Political leaders strive to control policies that impact the welfare of the citizens .
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to cause something or someone to fall to the ground

Ex: The heavy snowfall has knocked many power lines down, causing widespread outages.
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to suffer
[Verb]

to experience and be affected by something bad or unpleasant

Ex: He suffered a lot of pain after the accident .
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whiplash
[noun]

a neck injury caused by a sudden jerking motion, usually from a car accident

Ex: The crash caused whiplash, leaving the driver with neck pain .
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to administer a breath test to determine the level of alcohol in someone's bloodstream

Ex: She had been breathalyzing people for hours when the situation took a turn .
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to swerve
[Verb]

to change direction suddenly, often to avoid something or someone in the way

Ex: The skier swerved expertly to avoid a collision with another skier .
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pretty
[Adverb]

to a degree that is high but not very high

Ex: I was pretty impressed by his quick thinking under pressure .
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to skid
[Verb]

(of a vehicle) to slide or slip uncontrollably, usually on a slippery surface

Ex: Heavy rain made the airport runway slippery , causing airplanes to skid during landing .
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