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Interchange - Pre-intermediate - Unit 8 - Part 1

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 8 - Part 1 in the Interchange Pre-Intermediate coursebook, such as "laundromat", "move in", "district", etc.

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Interchange - Pre-intermediate
neighborhood

the area around someone, somewhere, or something

Ex: He was hesitant to leave the neighborhood of London. 
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place
place
[noun]

the part of space where someone or something is or they should be

Ex: I want to find a new place to eat dinner tonight. 
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activity
activity
[noun]

something that a person spends time doing, particularly to accomplish a certain purpose

Ex: Drawing and painting are creative activities that can express your emotions. 
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clothing store

a store where clothing items, such as shirts, pants, dresses, and accessories, are sold to customers

Ex: She bought a jacket from the clothing store near her house. 
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grocery store

a store in which food and necessary household items are sold

Ex: She stopped by the grocery store to pick up milk and bread. 
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hair
hair
[noun]

the thin thread-like things that grow on our head

Ex: He carefully combed his hair before going out. 
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salon
salon
[noun]

a place where hairdressing, makeup and other cosmetic services are done professionally

Ex: She visited the salon to get a haircut and highlights. 
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laundromat

a facility where coin-operated washing machines and dryers are available to customers

Ex: She went to the laundromat to wash her clothes. 
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newsstand
newsstand
[noun]

a stand or stall on a street, etc. where newspapers, magazines, and sometimes books are sold

Ex: He stopped at the newsstand to buy the morning paper. 
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stadium
stadium
[noun]

a very large, often roofless, structure where sports events, etc. are held for an audience

Ex: The new stadium was packed with fans, all eagerly awaiting the kickoff of the championship football game. 
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hotspot
hotspot
[noun]

a public place where a wireless Internet connection is made available

Ex: Coffee shops and airports are popular hotspots for travelers needing internet access. 
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haircut
haircut
[noun]

a particular style or shape in which someone's hair is cut

Ex: She got a new haircut that made her look more polished. 
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fashion
fashion
[noun]

the styles and trends of clothing, accessories, makeup, and other items that are popular in a certain time and place

Ex: Fashion trends can vary greatly depending on the region and culture. 
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coffee shop

a type of small restaurant where people can drink coffee, tea, etc. and usually eat light meals too

Ex: He works part-time at a coffee shop near the university. 
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drugstore
drugstore
[noun]

‌a pharmacy that sells medicines and also other types of goods, for example toiletries

Ex: Many drugstores are open 24 hours for convenience. 
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gas station

a place that sells fuel for cars, buses, bikes, etc.

Ex: They stopped at the gas station to fill up the tank before continuing their road trip. 
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library
library
[noun]

a place in which collections of books and sometimes newspapers, movies, music, etc. are kept for people to read or borrow

Ex: I spent the afternoon studying at the local library. 
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post office

a place where we can send letters, packages, etc., or buy stamps

Ex: I like to check my mailbox at the post office every day for any new mail. 
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to move in

to begin to live in a new house or work in a new office

Ex: My roommate will move in next week when her lease is up. 
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across
across
[preposition]

on the opposite side of a given area or location

Ex: My friend lives across the road from us. 
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in
in
[preposition]

used to show that something exists or happens inside a space or area

Ex: They live in a big house. 
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on
on
[preposition]

in contact with and upheld by a surface

Ex: If you are cold the blanket is on the bed. 
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next to
next to
[preposition]

in a position very close to someone or something

Ex: The basketball court is situated next to the fitness center, encouraging physical activities and sports. 
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near
near
[Adjective]

not far from a place

Ex: The near bus stop is convenient for commuting to work. 
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close
close
[Adjective]

near in distance

Ex: The close proximity of the two houses made them ideal for neighbors. 
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opposite
opposite
[preposition]

on the opposing side of a particular area from someone or something, often facing them

Ex: The two chairs were placed opposite each other in the room. 
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in front of
in front of
[preposition]

in a position at the front part of someone or something else or further forward than someone or something

Ex: She parked her car in front of the house and rushed inside to get ready for the party. 
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back
back
[Adverb]

in or to the direction behind us

Ex: He stepped back to give his friend more room to dance. 
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behind
behind
[Adverb]

at the rear, far side, or back side of something

Ex: She looked behind and saw her friends waving goodbye. 
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between
between
[preposition]

in, into, or at the space that is separating two things, places, or people

Ex: The book is placed between the notebooks and the pen holder. 
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corner
corner
[noun]

a point or area at which two edges, sides, or lines meet

Ex: The cat hid in the corner of the room, away from the noisy guests. 
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department store

a large store, divided into several parts, each selling different types of goods

Ex: She spent the afternoon shopping at the department store, exploring the clothing and home goods sections. 
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gym
gym
[noun]

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

Ex: He goes to the gym five times a week. 
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electronic
electronic
[Adjective]

(of a device) having very small parts such as chips and obtaining power from electricity

Ex: She prefers reading e-books on her electronic tablet rather than carrying around physical books. 
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hotel
hotel
[noun]

a building where we give money to stay and eat food in when we are traveling

Ex: Can you recommend a budget-friendly hotel in the city center? 
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some
some
[determiner]

used to express an unspecified amount or number of something

Ex: I need to buy some groceries. 
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any
any
[determiner]

used to say that it does not matter which individual or amount from a group is chosen or referred to

Ex: You may sit in any chair you like. 
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downtown
downtown
[noun]

the main business area of a city or town located at its center

Ex: They enjoyed shopping and dining in downtown after work. 
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Main Street

the most important street with many shops and stores in a town

Ex: The new bakery opened on Main Street last week. 
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suburb
suburb
[noun]

a residential area outside a city

Ex: After years of living in the city, they decided to move to a suburb to enjoy a quieter lifestyle and more space for their growing family. 
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district
district
[noun]

an area of a city or country with given official borders used for administrative purposes

Ex: The downtown district is known for its skyscrapers and bustling streets. 
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automated teller machine

a machine that allows customers to perform financial transactions such as withdrawals, deposits, transfers, etc.

Ex: The bank installed a new ATM in the shopping mall. 
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