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Solutions - Upper-Intermediate - Unit 3 - 3A

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 3 - 3A in the Solutions Upper-Intermediate coursebook, such as "scowl", "fidget", "grimace", etc.

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gesture
[noun]

a movement of the hands, face, or body used to express an idea, feeling, or intention

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a specific look on someone's face, indicating what they are feeling or thinking

Ex: The child ’s joyful expression upon seeing the puppy was truly heartwarming .
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to bite
[Verb]

to cut into flesh, food, etc. using the teeth

Ex: He could n't resist the temptation and decided to bite into the tempting chocolate bar .
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the hard smooth part at the end of each finger

Ex: The fingernail polish matched her dress perfectly .
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to bow
[Verb]

to bend the head or move the upper half of the body forward to show respect or as a way of greeting

Ex: In the dojo , students were taught not only how to fight but also how to bow as a mark of mutual respect .
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head
[noun]

the top part of body, where brain and face are located

Ex: She rested her head on the soft pillow and closed her eyes .
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to cover
[Verb]

to put something over something else in a way that hides or protects it

Ex: The bookshelf was used to cover the hole in the wall until repairs could be made .
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mouth
[noun]

our body part that we use for eating, speaking, and breathing

Ex: She opened her mouth wide to take a bite of the juicy apple .
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to cross
[Verb]

to arrange something in a manner that creates an intersection or overlap

Ex: He crossed the wires to complete the circuit .
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leg
[noun]

each of the two long body parts that we use when we walk

Ex: She wore a long skirt that covered her legs.
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to fidget
[Verb]

to make small, restless movements or gestures due to nervousness or impatience

Ex: She tried to stay still during the job interview , but her nerves caused her to fidget uncontrollably .
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to fold
[Verb]

to bend something in a way that one part of it touches or covers another

Ex: She decided to fold the napkin into an elegant shape for the dinner table .
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arm
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one of the two body parts that is connected to the shoulder and ends with fingers

Ex: She used her arm to push open the heavy door .
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to frown
[Verb]

to bring your eyebrows closer together showing anger, sadness, or confusion

Ex: The child frowned when told it was bedtime and she could n't stay up longer .
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thumbs up
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an instance or gesture that indicates approval or satisfaction

Ex: The audience responded with a thumbs up when the speaker made a compelling argument, expressing agreement and satisfaction.
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to twist our face in an ugly way because of pain, strong dislike, etc., or when trying to be funny

Ex: The student could n't hide his disgust and grimaced when he saw the grade on his test .
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to grin
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to smile widely in a way that displays the teeth

Ex: The comedian 's jokes had the entire audience grinning throughout the performance .
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to nod
[Verb]

to move one's head up and down as a sign of agreement, understanding, or greeting

Ex: The teacher nodded approvingly at the student 's answer .
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to pout
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to push out one's lips as an expression of displeasure, anger, or sadness

Ex: Unhappy about the decision , she pouted and crossed her arms .
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to purse
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to pucker or tighten one's lips together to express disapproval or concentration

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lip
[noun]

each of the two soft body parts that surround our mouth

Ex: The baby blew kisses , puckering up her tiny lips.
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to raise
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to put something or someone in a higher place or lift them to a higher position

Ex: William raised his hat and smiled at her .
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eyebrow
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one of the two lines of hair that grow above one's eyes

Ex: She used a small brush to comb her eyebrows into shape .
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to scowl
[Verb]

to frown in a sullen or angry way

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to rub a person's or one's own skin to relieve an itching sensation, particularly with one's fingernails

Ex: Trying to focus on the task at hand , she could n't help but scratch her head in concentration .
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to shake
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to move from side to side or up and down

Ex: The thunderstorm brought heavy rain and strong winds , making the branches of the trees shake violently .
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to shrug
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to momentarily raise one's shoulders to express indifference

Ex: When confronted about his whereabouts , he shrugged nonchalantly and replied , " I was just out for a walk . "
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shoulder
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each of the two parts of the body between the top of the arms and the neck

Ex: She draped a shawl over her shoulders to keep warm on the chilly evening .
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to wave
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to raise one's hand and move it from side to side to greet someone or attract their attention

Ex: From the ship , the sailors waved to the people on the shore .
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to wink
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to quickly open and close one eye as a sign of affection or to indicate something is a secret or a joke

Ex: At the surprise party , everyone winked to maintain the secrecy of the celebration .
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to yawn
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to unexpectedly open one's mouth wide and deeply breathe in because of being bored or tired

Ex: She yawned loudly , not able to hide her exhaustion .
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annoyance
[noun]

a feeling of irritation or discomfort caused by something that is bothersome, unpleasant, or disruptive

Ex: The frequent software glitches were an annoyance to the users .
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anxiety
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a feeling of nervousness or worry about a future event or uncertain outcome

Ex: The tight deadline caused a wave of anxiety to wash over him , making it hard to focus .
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boredom
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the feeling of being uninterested or restless because things are dull or repetitive

Ex: During the rainy weekend , the children complained of boredom as they ran out of things to do .
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confusion
[noun]

a state of disorder in which people panic and do not know what to do

Ex: The confusion at the airport was due to canceled flights and long lines .
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a negative judgment or opinion about something, indicating a lack of approval or satisfaction

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disgust
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a strong feeling of distaste for someone or something

Ex: She felt a wave of disgust wash over her as she discovered the unsanitary conditions of the public restroom.
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fear
[noun]

a bad feeling that we get when we are afraid or worried

Ex: His fear of public speaking caused him to avoid presentations and speeches .
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the state of being kind and pleasant toward others

Ex: She was known for her friendliness and could always be counted on to brighten up the room with a smile .
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happiness
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the feeling of being happy and well

Ex: Finding balance in life is essential for overall happiness and well-being .
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ignorance
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the fact or state of not having the necessary information, knowledge, or understanding of something

Ex: The ignorance of some people about climate change highlights the need for more widespread awareness and education on environmental issues .
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lack of interest or concern towards something or someone

Ex: The teacher was disappointed by the students ' indifference to the lesson .
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interest
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the desire to find out or learn more about a person or thing

Ex: The documentary sparked a new interest in marine biology in many viewers .
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pain
[noun]

the emotional distress and suffering people try to avoid, like heartbreak or anxiety

Ex: The pain of betrayal takes time to heal .
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shame
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an uneasy feeling that we get because of our own or someone else's mistake or bad manner

Ex: Overcoming feelings of shame often requires self-compassion and forgiveness .
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shock
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a sudden and intense feeling of surprise, distress, or disbelief caused by something unexpected and often unpleasant

Ex: The country was in shock after the unexpected election results were announced .
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human
[noun]

a person

Ex: The museum's exhibit traced the evolution of early humans.
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to sound
[Verb]

to make a noise

Ex: The whistle sounded, signaling the start of the race .
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to make a sound to remove obstruction from the throat or to prepare the voice for speaking or singing

Ex: The speaker paused and cleared his throat, preparing for the next part of his talk.
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to cough
[Verb]

to push air out of our mouth with a sudden noise

Ex: When he began to cough during his speech , someone offered him a glass of water .
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to gasp
[Verb]

to breathe in sharply with an open mouth, often in response to surprise, pain, or intense emotions

Ex: Witnessing the magic trick , the children gasped in amazement .
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to hiccup
[Verb]

to make a sudden, involuntary sound caused by a spasm of the diaphragm, often as a result of eating or drinking too quickly

Ex: He was embarrassed when he hiccupped while meeting his boss .
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to sigh
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to release a long deep audible breath, to express one's sadness, tiredness, etc.

Ex: Faced with an unavoidable delay , she sighed and accepted the situation .
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to slurp
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to eat or drink noisily by inhaling a liquid or soft food, such as soup or noodles, often with a distinctive, impolite sound

Ex: The comedian on stage pretended to slurp his coffee loudly for comedic effect .
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to sneeze
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to blow air out of our nose and mouth in a sudden way

Ex: Whenever I dust my house , I sneeze a lot .
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to sniff
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to inhale air audibly through the nose, often to detect or identify a scent or odor

Ex: I have sniffed countless perfumes but have n't found my favorite yet .
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to snore
[Verb]

to breathe through one's nose and mouth in a noisy way while asleep

Ex: He could n't help but snore when he was very tired .
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to tut
[Verb]

used to express disapproval or annoyance, often made by clicking one's tongue against the roof of the mouth

Ex: I could feel his irritation when he tutted at my late arrival.
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