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Interchange - Upper-intermediate - Unit 4 - Part 1

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 4 - Part 1 in the Interchange Upper-Intermediate coursebook, such as "suspicious", "triumph", "deprivation", etc.

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Interchange - Upper-intermediate
several
several
[determiner]

used to refer to a number of things or people, more than two but not many

Ex: He owns several cars, each for a different purpose. 
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suspicious
suspicious
[Adjective]

doubtful about the honesty of what someone has done and having no trust in them

Ex: The manager became suspicious when he noticed discrepancies in the financial reports. 
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news
news
[noun]

reports on recent events that are broadcast or published

Ex: The morning news provided updates on the latest developments in the election. 
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health
health
[noun]

the general condition of a person's mind or body

Ex: Regular exercise and a balanced diet are essential for maintaining good health. 
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weight
weight
[noun]

the heaviness of something or someone, which can be measured

Ex: The weight of the bag is 10 kilograms. 
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loss
loss
[noun]

the act or process of no longer having someone or something

Ex: The loss of her keys caused her to be late. 
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trend
trend
[noun]

a fashion or style that is popular at a particular time

Ex: This trend has influenced how people dress at work. 
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art
art
[noun]

the use of creativity and imagination to express emotions and ideas by making things like paintings, sculptures, music, etc.

Ex: Ballet is an art that combines movement and music in a beautiful way. 
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science
science
[noun]

knowledge about the structure and behavior of the natural and physical world, especially based on testing and proving facts

Ex: I enjoy conducting experiments and making observations in science class. 
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brain
brain
[noun]

the body part that is inside our head controlling how we feel, think, move, etc.

Ex: He suffered a traumatic brain injury in a car accident. 
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to calculate

to find a number or amount using mathematics

Ex: She calculated the total cost of the groceries before going to the store. 
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calorie
calorie
[noun]

the unit used to measure the amount of energy that a food produces

Ex: Consuming more calories than your body needs can lead to weight gain over time. 
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to burn off

to consume energy by doing physical activity

Ex: Swimming is a full-body exercise that can help burn off calories efficiently. 
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effect
effect
[noun]

a change in a person or thing caused by another person or thing

Ex: Climate change can have a drastic effect on animal habitats. 
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deprivation

the state in which one cannot satisfy their basic human needs

Ex: The long-term deprivation of food and water led to serious health issues. 
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to discover

to be the first person who finds something or someplace that others did not know about

Ex: By the time we got there, they had already discovered the ancient ruins. 
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to cancel
to cancel
[Verb]

to decide or tell that something arranged before will now not happen

Ex: They had to cancel their vacation plans due to unexpected work commitments. 
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to lock up

to close or secure something in a place where it cannot be removed or accessed without the appropriate authorization, key, or combination

Ex: He remembered to lock the house up before leaving for vacation. 
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coincidence

a situation in which two things happen simultaneously by chance that is considered unusual

Ex: It was a strange coincidence that they both wore the same outfit to the party. 
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dilemma
dilemma
[noun]

a situation that is difficult because a choice must be made between two or more options that are equally important

Ex: She faced a dilemma when she had to choose between attending her best friend's wedding and a critical work presentation. 
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disaster
disaster
[noun]

a sudden and unfortunate event that causes a great amount of death and destruction

Ex: After the disaster, the community came together to support each other. 
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emergency
emergency
[noun]

an unexpected and usually dangerous situation needing immediate attention or action

Ex: The lifeguard quickly responded to the emergency when a swimmer began struggling in the water. 
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lucky
lucky
[Adjective]

having or bringing good luck

Ex: He felt lucky to have seen a shooting star. 
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mishap
mishap
[noun]

a minor accident that has no serious consequences

Ex: Despite a small mishap with the cake, the birthday party was a great success. 
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mystery
mystery
[noun]

something that is hard to explain or understand, often involving a puzzling event or situation with an unknown explanation

Ex: The disappearance of the ship remains a mystery to this day. 
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triumph
triumph
[noun]

a great victory, success, or achievement gained through struggle

Ex: The team's triumph in the championship game was celebrated by fans all across the city. 
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unexpected
unexpected
[Adjective]

happening or appearing without warning, causing surprise

Ex: The unexpected rain shower caught everyone at the outdoor picnic off guard. 
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event
event
[noun]

anything that takes place, particularly something important

Ex: The wedding was a joyous event that brought family and friends together. 
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fortune
fortune
[noun]

a good thing that happens by chance and is not expected

Ex: By sheer fortune, she found a hundred-dollar bill on the sidewalk. 
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situation
situation
[noun]

the way things are or have been at a certain time or place

Ex: The current economic situation is causing concern among investors and policymakers alike. 
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to involve

to contain or include something as a necessary part

Ex: Any investment involves an element of risk. 
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choice
choice
[noun]

an act of deciding to choose between two things or more

Ex: The menu offered a wide choice of dishes. 
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puzzling
puzzling
[Adjective]

hard to understand or explain

Ex: The puzzle had a puzzling solution that nobody could figure out. 
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to suffer
to suffer
[Verb]

to experience and be affected by something bad or unpleasant

Ex: They suffered the consequences of their actions. 
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destruction

the action or process of causing significant damage to something, rendering it unable to exist or continue in its normal state

Ex: The hurricane's destruction of the coastal town left many homes in ruins. 
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success
success
[noun]

the fact of reaching what one tried for or desired

Ex: His hard work and determination finally led to the success he had been striving for. 
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achievement

the action or process of reaching a particular thing

Ex: He beamed with pride as he recounted his achievement of climbing the highest peak in the country. 
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accident
accident
[noun]

an unexpected and unpleasant event that happens by chance, usually causing damage or injury

Ex: She had a minor accident in the kitchen and hurt her foot. 
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mistake
mistake
[noun]

an act or opinion that is wrong

Ex: Recognizing and admitting your mistakes is the first step toward personal growth. 
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sudden
sudden
[Adjective]

taking place unexpectedly or done quickly

Ex: The sudden noise startled everyone in the room. 
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dangerous
dangerous
[Adjective]

capable of destroying or causing harm to a person or thing

Ex: Crossing the road without looking is dangerous. 
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to require

to need or demand something as necessary for a particular purpose or situation

Ex: Completing the advanced course will require a solid understanding of the basics. 
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similar
similar
[Adjective]

(of two or more things) having qualities in common that are not exactly the same

Ex: He discovered that the two restaurants had similar menus, offering a variety of international cuisine. 
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graduation

the action of successfully finishing studies at a high school or a university degree

Ex: Graduation marks an important milestone in every student’s life. 
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