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Interchange - Upper-intermediate - Unit 2 - Part 1

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 2 - Part 1 in the Interchange Upper-Intermediate coursebook, such as "stability", "explore", "distract", etc.

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Interchange - Upper-intermediate
career
[noun]

a profession or a series of professions that one can do for a long period of one's life

Ex: He 's had a diverse career, including stints as a musician and a graphic designer .
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security
[noun]

the state of being protected or having protection against any types of danger

Ex: National security measures were increased in response to the recent threats.
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adventure
[noun]

an exciting or unusual experience, often involving risk or physical activity

Ex: They planned a camping trip in the wilderness , craving the freedom and excitement of outdoor adventure.
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stability
[noun]

the quality of being fixed or steady and unlikely to change

Ex: Environmental stability is crucial for maintaining ecological balance and preserving natural resources for future generations .
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to judge
[Verb]

to form a decision or opinion based on what one knows

Ex: The chef judges the taste of the dish by sampling it before serving .
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an educational institution at the highest level, where we can study for a degree or do research

Ex: We have access to a state-of-the-art library at the university.
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professor
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an experienced teacher at a university or college who specializes in a particular subject and often conducts research

Ex: The students waited for the professor to start the lecture .
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to allow
[Verb]

to let someone or something do a particular thing

Ex: The rules do not allow smoking in this area .
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to visit places one has never seen before

Ex: Last summer , they explored the historic landmarks of the European cities .
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the natural world around us where people, animals, and plants live

Ex: The melting polar ice caps are a clear sign of changes in our environment.
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someone whose job is taking tourists to interesting locations

Ex: Thanks to our experienced tour guide, we felt safe and well-informed as we ventured into unfamiliar territory .
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a professional who examines financial data, analyzes investment opportunities, and makes recommendations for financial decisions

Ex: The financial analyst recommended diversifying investments .
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a professional who buys and sells stocks, bonds, and other securities on behalf of clients, usually for a commission or fee

Ex: Many stockbrokers work for brokerage firms or investment banks , while others operate independently as financial advisors or wealth managers .
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industry
[noun]

the manufacture of goods using raw materials, particularly in factories

Ex: The pharmaceutical industry develops medications to improve health outcomes .
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fascinated
[Adjective]

intensely interested or captivated by something or someone

Ex: He became fascinated with the process of making pottery after taking a class .
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a person who works on a plane to bring passengers meals and take care of them

Ex: She underwent extensive training to become a flight attendant, learning emergency procedures and customer service skills .
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airport
[noun]

a large place where planes take off and land, with buildings and facilities for passengers to wait for their flights

Ex: She arrived at the airport two hours before her flight .
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a person who designs stylish clothes

Ex: The fashion designer takes inspiration from nature for his designs .
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a doctor who is trained to treat animals

Ex: He pursued advanced training in exotic animal medicine to become a zoo veterinarian.
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rewarding
[Adjective]

(of an activity) making one feel satisfied by giving one a desirable outcome

Ex: Helping others in need can be rewarding, as it fosters a sense of empathy and compassion .
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unpredictable
[Adjective]

unable to be predicted because of changing many times

Ex: The stock market is unpredictable, with prices fluctuating rapidly throughout the day .
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scary
[Adjective]

making us feel fear

Ex: The scary dog barked at us as we walked past the house .
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bite
[noun]

a wound or injury inflicted by the teeth of an animal

Ex: The veterinarian treated the bite wound on the horse ’s neck .
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to seem
[Verb]

to appear to be or do something particular

Ex: Surprising as it may seem, I actually enjoy doing laundry .
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awful
[Adjective]

extremely unpleasant or disagreeable

Ex: They received some awful news about their friend 's accident .
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stressful
[Adjective]

causing mental or emotional strain or worry due to pressure or demands

Ex: The job interview was a stressful experience for him .
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fantastic
[Adjective]

extremely amazing and great

Ex: His performance in the play was simply fantastic.
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fascinating
[Adjective]

extremely interesting or captivating

Ex: The magician 's tricks are fascinating to watch , leaving audiences spellbound .
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pretty
[Adverb]

to a degree that is high but not very high

Ex: I was pretty impressed by his quick thinking under pressure .
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kind of
[phrase]

in some ways or to some degree

Ex: Ikind of tired , so I might skip the evening workout today .
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boring
[Adjective]

making us feel tired and unsatisfied because of not being interesting

Ex: The TV show was boring, so I switched the channel .
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challenging
[Adjective]

difficult to accomplish, requiring skill or effort

Ex: Completing the obstacle course was challenging, pushing participants to their physical limits.
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volunteer
[noun]

someone who enlists in the armed forces without being forced

Ex: Volunteers can come from diverse backgrounds and bring unique experiences to the military .
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to retire
[Verb]

to leave your job and stop working, usually on reaching a certain age

Ex: Many people look forward to the day they can retire.
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to cause someone to lose their focus or attention from something they were doing or thinking about

Ex: I was distracted by the constant chatter in the room and could n't concentrate on my reading .
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