English Result - Elementary - Unit 12 - 12D

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 12 - 12D in the English Result Elementary coursebook, such as "quit", "stress", "late", etc.

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English Result - Elementary

something that one is aiming, wanting, or planning to do

Ex: The company 's intention was to expand into new markets by launching innovative products in the coming year .
to quit [verb]

to stop engaging in an activity permanently

Ex: The company quit using outdated software and upgraded to a newer system .
joking [adjective]

making humorous or playful remarks, typically in a light-hearted or teasing manner

Ex:
smoking [noun]

the habit or act of breathing the smoke of a cigarette, pipe, etc. in and out

Ex: She noticed a decrease in her stamina after years of smoking .
fit [adjective]

healthy and strong, especially due to regular physical exercise or balanced diet

Ex: My grandfather is in his 70s , but he 's still very fit and active .

to choose not to return home during the night or to arrive home late

Ex: He stayed out despite his parents ' concerns and returned home in the early hours of the morning .
late [adjective]

doing or happening after the time that is usual or expected

Ex: He apologized for being late to the party .
to lose [verb]

to be deprived of or stop having someone or something

Ex: She began to lose interest in the project as it became more complicated .
weight [noun]

the heaviness of something or someone, which can be measured

Ex: She checked the weight of the parcel before sending it .
less [adverb]

to a smaller amount, extent, etc. in comparison to a previous state or another thing or person

Ex: The project was completed less quickly than we had hoped .
sugar [noun]

a sweet white or brown substance that is obtained from plants and used to make food and drinks sweet

Ex: Freshly baked chocolate chip cookies are even more delicious with a touch of sugar .
tea [noun]

a drink we make by soaking dried tea leaves in hot water

Ex:
fat-free [adjective]

(of food or similar products) containing little or no fat

Ex: Many snack foods advertise themselves as fat-free , but they may still contain sugar .
gym [noun]

a place with special equipment that people go to exercise or play sports

Ex: She joined a new gym near her house .
to run [verb]

to move using our legs, faster than we usually walk, in a way that both feet are never on the ground at the same time

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to swim [verb]

to move through water by moving parts of the body, typically arms and legs

Ex: While I was swimming at the lake , I found a seashell .
stress [noun]

a feeling of anxiety and worry caused by different life problems

Ex: Financial stress can put a strain on relationships .
mess [noun]

a state of disorder, untidiness, or confusion

Ex: The kitchen was a mess after she tried to bake a cake .
to learn [verb]

to become knowledgeable or skilled in something by doing it, studying, or being taught

Ex: They are learning about history in their school lessons .
to play [verb]

to take part in a game or activity for fun

Ex: I want to play Monopoly with my friends .
chess [noun]

a strategic two-player board game where players move pieces with different abilities across a board with the objective of capturing the opponent's king

Ex: Playing chess regularly can improve cognitive skills such as problem-solving and decision-making .
to drink [verb]

to put water, coffee, or other type of liquid inside of our body through our mouth

Ex: I usually drink a cup of green tea in the afternoon .

a type of life that a person or group is living

Ex: Urban lifestyle often involves fast-paced living with access to numerous amenities .
fruit [noun]

something we can eat that grows on trees, plants, or bushes

Ex: I bought a variety of fresh fruits from the grocery store .
exercise [noun]

a mental or physical activity that helps keep our mind and body healthy

Ex: The doctor recommended more cardio exercise in my routine .

an electronic device with a screen that receives television signals, on which we can watch programs

Ex: The television was turned off during dinner .