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Solutions - Upper-Intermediate - Unit 7 - 7E

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 7 - 7E in the Solutions Upper-Intermediate coursebook, such as "dependence", "write off", "obsession", etc.

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Solutions - Upper-Intermediate
addiction
[noun]

a strong desire to do or have something

Ex: She developed addiction to reading mystery novels , finishing one every week .
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demand
[noun]

an assertive and authoritative appeal for something to be done promptly

Ex: After the contract dispute , they made demand for the terms to be renegotiated immediately .
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the way that two or more people or things are different from each other

Ex: He could n't see difference between the two paintings ; they looked identical to him .
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evidence
[noun]

anything that proves the truth or possibility of something, such as facts, objects, or signs

Ex: Historical documents and artifacts serve as evidence for understanding past civilizations and events .
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existence
[noun]

the fact or state of existing or being objectively real

Ex: existence of ancient civilizations can be proven through archaeological evidence .
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to become larger in amount or size

Ex: During rush hour , traffic congestion tends increase on the main roads .
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interest
[noun]

the desire to find out or learn more about a person or thing

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

a condition or situation in which something is necessary

Ex: The school was set up in response to a need.
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obsession
[noun]

a strong and uncontrollable interest or attachment to something or someone, causing constant thoughts, intense emotions, and repetitive behaviors

Ex: obsession with celebrity culture often leads people to ignore their own personal growth .
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belief
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a strong feeling of certainty that something or someone exists or is true; a strong feeling that something or someone is right or good

Ex: The team 's success was fueled by their belief in their ability to overcome challenges .
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the condition of needing someone or something for support, aid, or survival

Ex: dependence on her smartphone was affecting her productivity .
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effect
[noun]

a change in a person or thing caused by another person or thing

Ex: The new policy had an effect on employee productivity .
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objection
[noun]

the act of expressing disapproval or opposition to something

Ex: The teacher addressed the studentsobjections to the new grading system during class .
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a strong liking for one option or choice over another based on personal taste, favor, etc.

Ex: The candidate 's policy proposals align closely with preferences of young voters .
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reason
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something that explains an action or event

Ex: Understanding reason for his behavior helped to resolve the conflict .
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to rise
[Verb]

to move from a lower to a higher position

Ex: As the tide was rising, the boat started to float.
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solution
[noun]

a way in which a problem can be solved or dealt with

Ex: Effective communication is often solution to resolving misunderstandings in relationships .
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to take decisive measures to enforce rules or laws

Ex: The traffic police announced a campaign to crack down on speeding and reckless driving in residential areas.
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to decrease something such as size or cost, to make it more efficient, economical, or manageable

Ex: In an effort to control spending , the government cut back on non-essential expenditures .
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to take advantage of someone by charging them too much money or selling them a defective product

Ex: I ca n't believe I ripped off by that so-called " bargain " website .
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(of an event) to completely sell all available tickets, seats, leaving none remaining for further purchase

Ex: The underground sold out, transforming an abandoned warehouse into a vibrant celebration .
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to make a short visit to a place on the way to another destination

Ex: On their way to the concert , stopped off at a restaurant for dinner .
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to consider someone or something as having no value or importance

Ex: After several unsuccessful attempts , wrote off the idea as unfeasible .
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