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Four Corners 4 - Unit 7 Lesson D

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 7 Lesson D in the Four Corners 4 coursebook, such as "robotic", "estimate", "promising", etc.

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Four Corners 4
once upon a time

at a time in the past, often used to introduce a fairy tale or fictional story

Ex: Once upon a time, a small family lived peacefully by the sea.
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robotic
robotic
[Adjective]

relating to or characteristic of robots, typically displaying automated or mechanical behavior

Ex: Robotic exoskeletons provide assistance and rehabilitation for individuals with mobility impairments .
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wheelchair

a chair with wheels that is designed particularly for the use of disabled persons

Ex: His wheelchair got stuck on the uneven pavement .
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comfort
comfort
[noun]

a state of being free from pain, worry, or other unpleasant feelings

Ex: He took comfort in knowing that he had done everything he could to help his friend during a difficult time .
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essential
essential
[Adjective]

very necessary for a particular purpose or situation

Ex: Safety equipment is essential for workers in hazardous environments .
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science fiction

books, movies, etc. about imaginary things based on science

Ex: The science fiction film was filled with advanced technology and alien life .
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to exist
to exist
[Verb]

to have actual presence or reality, even if no one is thinking about it or noticing it

Ex: Philosophers debate whether abstract concepts like numbers truly exist.
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state of the art

the latest or most advanced level of technology, design, or knowledge in a particular field

Ex: The gallery showcased the state of the art in digital art installations.
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senior citizen

an old person, especially someone who is retired

Ex: The new policy aims to improve healthcare access for senior citizens across the country .
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to estimate

to guess the value, number, quantity, size, etc. of something without exact calculation

Ex: We need to estimate the total expenses for the event before planning the budget .
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to decrease

to become less in amount, size, or degree

Ex: The number of visitors to the museum has decreased this month .
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workforce
workforce
[noun]

all the individuals who work in a particular company, industry, country, etc.

Ex: Economic growth is often influenced by the productivity and size of the workforce.
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shortage
shortage
[noun]

a lack of something needed, such as supplies, resources, or people

Ex: The pandemic caused a shortage of personal protective equipment .
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golden years

a period of time in which someone no longer works due to old age

Ex: He moved to a quiet countryside house to enjoy his golden years.
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breakdown
breakdown
[noun]

a failure in the progress or effectiveness of a relationship or system

Ex: As a result of the breakdown, the group disbanded and stopped collaborating .
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command
command
[noun]

an order, particularly given by someone in a position of authority

Ex: The police chief gave a strict command for officers to maintain order during the protest .
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facial expression

a way of communicating emotions or attitudes through movements and positions of the face, such as smiling, frowning, or raising eyebrows

Ex: Babies often communicate their needs through facial expressions.
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promising
promising
[Adjective]

indicating potential for success or positive outcomes

Ex: The promising athlete is expected to excel in the upcoming competition .
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