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Insight - Pre-Intermediate - Unit 1 - 1C

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 1 - 1C in the Insight Pre-Intermediate coursebook, such as "journey", "crossword", "support", etc.

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Insight - Pre-Intermediate
to make
[Verb]

to form, produce, or prepare something, by putting parts together or by combining materials

Ex: By connecting the wires , you make the circuit and allow electricity to flow .
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mistake
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an act or opinion that is wrong

Ex: A culture that encourages risk-taking and learning from mistakes fosters innovation and creativity .
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the act of speaking to someone or trying to reach them on the phone

Ex: During the meeting , she stepped out to take an important phone call regarding a job opportunity .
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journey
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the act of travelling between two or more places, especially when there is a long distance between them

Ex: The journey to the summit of the mountain tested their physical endurance and mental resilience .
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excuse
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a reason given to explain one's careless, offensive, or wrong behavior or action

Ex: His excuse for not completing the project on time was unconvincing , and he was asked to redo it .
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mess
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a situation with many problems or difficulties, caused particularly by someone who is careless

Ex: Her decision to ignore the maintenance warnings resulted in a mechanical mess that halted production for days.
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to do
[Verb]

to perform an action that is not mentioned by name

Ex: Is there anything that I can do for you?
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homework
[noun]

schoolwork that students have to do at home

Ex: We use textbooks and online resources to help us with our homework.
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exercise
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a mental or physical activity that helps keep our mind and body healthy

Ex: Yoga is a great exercise for relaxation and flexibility .
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to perform a helpful or kind act for someone, typically without expecting something in return

Ex: He did his elderly neighbor a favor by shoveling snow from her driveway.
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crossword
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a puzzle game in which one writes the answers to the clues in numbered boxes

Ex: She is an expert at solving crosswords in record time .
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hair
[noun]

the thin thread-like things that grow on our head

Ex: The hairdryer is used to dry wet hair quickly .
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choice
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an act of deciding to choose between two things or more

Ex: Parents always want the best choices for their children .
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friend
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someone we like and trust

Ex: Sarah considers her roommate, Emma, as her best friend because they share their secrets and spend a lot of time together.
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housework
[noun]

regular work done in a house, especially cleaning, washing, etc.

Ex: They often listen to music while doing housework to make the tasks more enjoyable .
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meal
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the food that we eat regularly during different times of day, such as breakfast, lunch, or dinner

Ex: The meal was served buffet-style with a variety of dishes to choose from .
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sport
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a physical activity or competitive game with specific rules that people do for fun or as a profession

Ex: Hockey is an exciting sport played on ice or field , with sticks and a small puck or ball .
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to try to do something as well as one is capable of

Ex: I know youdo your best on the exam , and that ’s all that matters .
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to benefit one or improve one's situation in a variety of ways

Ex: Trying to finish the project in a rush wodo us any good; we need to take our time and do it right .
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to have a very strong and noticeable effect on someone or something

Ex: Understanding cultural nuances can make a difference between successful international business negotiations and misunderstandings.
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free time
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a period when no work or essential tasks need to be done, allowing for activities of personal choice

Ex: Traveling is one of her favorite ways to use her free time.
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activity
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something that a person spends time doing, particularly to accomplish a certain purpose

Ex: Solving puzzles and brain teasers can be a challenging but stimulating activity.
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to bake
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to cook food, usually in an oven, without any extra fat or liquid

Ex: He enjoys baking pies , especially during the holiday season .
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cake
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a sweet food we make by mixing flour, butter or oil, sugar, eggs and other ingredients, then baking it in an oven

Ex: They bought a carrot cake from the bakery for their family gathering.
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to closely examine to see if someone is suitable or something is true

Ex: The team will check out the equipment to ensure it 's in working order .
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brand
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the name that a particular product or service is identified with

Ex: Building a reputable brand takes years of consistent effort and delivering on promises to customers .
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to make
[Verb]

to form, produce, or prepare something, by putting parts together or by combining materials

Ex: By connecting the wires , you make the circuit and allow electricity to flow .
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to do
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to perform an action that is not mentioned by name

Ex: Is there anything that I can do for you?
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any recreational or competitive activity that takes place on or in water such as swimming and rowing

Ex: Surfing is one of the most popular water sports worldwide .
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to learn
[Verb]

to become knowledgeable or skilled in something by doing it, studying, or being taught

Ex: We need to learn how to manage our time better .
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language
[noun]

the system of communication by spoken or written words, that the people of a particular country or region use

Ex: They use online resources to study grammar and vocabulary in the language.
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to read
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to look at written or printed words or symbols and understand their meaning

Ex: Can you read the sign from this distance ?
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novel
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a long written story that usually involves imaginary characters and places

Ex: The thriller novel kept me up all night , I could n't put it down .
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to make the necessary arrangements for an event or activity to take place

Ex: The committee is organizing the agenda for the upcoming summit .
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party
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an event where people get together and enjoy themselves by talking, dancing, eating, drinking, etc.

Ex: They organized a farewell party for their friend who is moving abroad .
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to spend much time in a specific place or with someone particular

Ex: Do you want to hang out after school and grab a bite to eat ?
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friend
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someone we like and trust

Ex: Sarah considers her roommate, Emma, as her best friend because they share their secrets and spend a lot of time together.
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to play
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to take part in a game or activity for fun

Ex: They play hide-and-seek in the backyard .
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adventure
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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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a digital game that we play on a computer, game console, or mobile device

Ex: My favorite video game is a racing game where I can drive fast cars .
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to watch
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to look at a thing or person and pay attention to it for some time

Ex: I will watch the game tomorrow with my friends .
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DVD
[noun]

a type of disc used to store a lot of files, games, music, videos, etc.

Ex: The movie is not available for streaming , but you can buy the DVD.
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to provide someone or something with encouragement or help

Ex: The teacher always tries to support her students by offering extra help after class .
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team
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a group of people who compete against another group in a sport or game

Ex: A well-functioning team fosters a supportive environment where each member 's strengths are valued .
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to use
[Verb]

to do something with an object, method, etc. to achieve a specific result

Ex: What type of oil do you use for cooking ?
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using websites and apps to interact and build social relationships

Ex: The company 's marketing strategy includes a strong focus on social networking to reach a wider audience .
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site
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a set of related pages on the Internet located under a single domain name

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jewelry
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objects such as necklaces, bracelets or rings, typically made from precious metals such as gold and silver, that we wear as decoration

Ex: The jewelry store offered a wide range of earrings, necklaces, and bracelets.
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