English Result - Upper-intermediate - Unit 1 - 1C

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 1 - 1C in the English Result Upper-Intermediate coursebook, such as "quarrel", "stroll", "discussion", etc.

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English Result - Upper-intermediate
to have [verb]

(dummy verb) to perform an action that is specified by a noun

Ex: Have a look at this new gadget ; it 's quite innovative .

to give our attention to the sound a person or thing is making

Ex: Apologies , I got distracted and was n't listening closely .
to read [verb]

to look at written or printed words or symbols and understand their meaning

Ex: It 's important to read the terms and conditions before agreeing .
quarrel [noun]

a heated argument or disagreement, often involving anger or hostility between individuals

Ex: Despite their quarrel , they managed to resolve their differences and remain friends .
chat [noun]

the online exchange of messages between people on the Internet

Ex: Let 's have a quick chat to discuss the project .

a conversation with someone about a serious subject

Ex: Our discussion on climate change brought up some important points .
fun [noun]

the feeling of enjoyment or amusement

Ex: The children were full of fun at the park .
party [noun]

an event where people get together and enjoy themselves by talking, dancing, eating, drinking, etc.

Ex: She 's planning a surprise party for her mom 's 60th birthday .

to view or examine something briefly or casually

Ex: I heard a strange noise outside ; I 'm going to take a look and see what 's going on .

to briefly or casually turn one's eyes toward something, typically to see, inspect, or observe it

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stroll [noun]

a relaxed walk taken for enjoyment

Ex: He often takes a stroll in the evening to clear his mind .
shower [noun]

a piece of equipment that flows water all over your body from above

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rest [noun]

a state in which one is free from any sort of activity, work, strain, or responsibility

Ex: She took a short rest during the hike to regain energy .

to give a reason or explanation to avoid doing something or to explain a mistake or failure

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to listen or pay attention carefully to something and remember it for later use

Ex: Take a note of any questions you have during the presentation ; we can discuss them afterward .

to try to do or accomplish something, particularly something difficult

Ex: Let 's make an effort to finish the project ahead of schedule .
to give [verb]

to hand a thing to a person to look at, use, or keep

Ex: The tour guide gave visitors a map to explore the historical site .
answer [noun]

something we say, write, or do when we are replying to a question

Ex: She asked a challenging question , and it took me a while to find the answer .