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Solutions - Upper-Intermediate - Unit 2 - 2E

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 2 - 2E in the Solutions Upper-Intermediate coursebook, such as "purpose", "at stake", "under pressure", etc.

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Solutions - Upper-Intermediate
age
[noun]

the number of years something has existed or someone has been alive

Ex: They have a age gap but are happily married .
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common
[Adjective]

regular and without any exceptional features

Ex: His response was common that it did n’t stand out in the conversation .
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course
[noun]

a series of interconnected events or actions, typically leading towards a particular goal or outcome

Ex: His career took an course after he switched industries .
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fact
[noun]

something that is known to be true or real, especially when it can be proved

Ex: The detective gathered facts and clues to solve the mystery.
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first
[Adjective]

(of a person) coming or acting before any other person

Ex: She is the first runner to cross the finish line.
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purpose
[noun]

a desired outcome that guides one's plans or actions

Ex: Finding onepurpose in life often involves introspection and understanding one 's passions and values .
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terrible
[Adjective]

extremely bad or unpleasant

Ex: He terrible about forgetting his friend 's birthday and wanted to make it up to them .
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at all
[Adverb]

to the smallest amount or degree

Ex: I do n't like at all.
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at last
[Adverb]

in the end or after a lot of waiting

Ex: They were apart for months , at last, they were reunited .
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at fault
[Adjective]

having responsibility or blame for something that has gone wrong or caused harm

Ex: She at fault when the project went over budget due to her poor planning .
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at once
[Adverb]

immediately or without delay

Ex: The system detected the error and corrected at once.
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at stake
[Adverb]

used to refer to something that is in danger of being lost or negatively impacted

Ex: The safety of the workers at stake due to the hazardous conditions .
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for a limited period, usually until a certain condition changes

Ex: The current arrangement is for the time being, but we 'll need a long-term plan .
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for good
[phrase]

in a way that lasts forever or never changes

Ex: The new legislation aims to protect the for good.
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used to introduce a specific point or reason in a discussion or argument

Ex: I don't think we should go on this trip.
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in control
[Adjective]

having the power or ability to make decisions or manage something

Ex: She in control of her emotions during the stressful situation .
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deserving blame for a mistake, argument, accident, etc.

Ex: In this case, they are clearly in the wrong for not following the rules.
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in any case
[Adverb]

used to indicate that something is true regardless of other factors or circumstances

Ex: He may be late , in any case, we ’ll begin without him .
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used to introduce one aspect of a situation, often followed by a contrasting statement

Ex: On the one hand, traveling abroad exposes you to new cultures and experiences , but on the other hand , it can be expensive and logistically challenging .
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used to state that one has adopted a different opinion after rethinking or reconsidering something

Ex: On second thoughts, I've decided to decline the invitation to the party as I have other commitments that day.
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on the whole
[Adverb]

used to provide a general assessment of a situation

Ex: On the whole, the feedback from customers has been positive , with only a few minor complaints .
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by mistake
[phrase]

without any intention and completely by accident

Ex: She called the wrong by mistake.
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by accident
[Adverb]

without any intention or planning

Ex: The artist discovered a new by accident while experimenting with colors .
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for now
[phrase]

for the present time, but possibly subject to change in the future

Ex: I ’m staying in this for now, but I might look for another one tomorrow .
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if in doubt
[phrase]

‌used to offer advice or instructions to someone who is incapable of making decisions

Ex: Before finalizing your reportif in doubt, ask a colleague to review it .
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under arrest
[phrase]

used to describe a situation in which a person is being held by law enforcement due to suspicion or evidence of their involvement in a crime

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used to describe a situation in which someone or something is being managed or regulated in an effective and appropriate way

Ex: His temper is under control, but today it got the best of him .
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used to express the state or situation of believing that something is true or the case

Ex: She had been working under the impression that she would be promoted .
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stressful or anxious due to having too many tasks or responsibilities to handle within a limited time

Ex: Working under pressure can sometimes lead to better results.
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of interest
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used to reefer to something that attracts attention or causes concern, due to being relevant or important to a particular person or group

Ex: The conference will cover issues that of interest to business leaders .
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in the end
[Adverb]

used to refer to the conclusion or outcome of a situation or event

Ex: He had doubts at first , in the end, he trusted his instincts .
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time
[noun]

the quantity that is measured in seconds, minutes, hours, etc. using a device like clock

Ex: We had a time at the party .
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in time
[Adverb]

after a period of time

Ex: He was confused at first , but he understood the in time.
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