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Interchange - Upper-intermediate - Unit 16

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 16 in the Interchange Upper-Intermediate coursebook, such as "obstacle", "preserve", "soar", etc.

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Interchange - Upper-intermediate
to reach
[Verb]

to come to a certain level or state, or a specific point in time

Ex: The problem has now reached crisis point .
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goal
[noun]

our purpose or desired result

Ex: Setting short-term goals can help break down larger tasks into manageable steps .
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common
[Adjective]

regular and without any exceptional features

Ex: His response was so common that it did n’t stand out in the conversation .
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dream
[noun]

a series of images, feelings, or events happening in one's mind during sleep

Ex: The nightmare was the worst dream he had experienced in a long time .
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to win
[Verb]

to become the most successful, the luckiest, or the best in a game, race, fight, etc.

Ex: They won the game in the last few seconds with a spectacular goal .
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an event or contest in which individuals or teams compete against each other

Ex: The dance competition at the festival was the highlight of the night .
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promotion
[noun]

an act of raising someone to a higher rank or position

Ex: The team celebrated her promotion with a surprise party .
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famous
[Adjective]

known by a lot of people

Ex: She became famous overnight after her viral video gained millions of views .
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to travel with only the essential items and no unnecessary baggage

Ex: He travels light by packing only a small bag, leaving unnecessary items behind.
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marathon
[noun]

a running race of 26 miles or 42 kilometers

Ex: Running a marathon requires endurance and dedication .
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able
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having the necessary skill, power, resources, etc. for doing something

Ex: He is a reliable mechanic and is able to fix any car problem .
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respected
[Adjective]

admired and valued by others for one's qualities, achievements, or actions

Ex: The respected teacher earned admiration from students and colleagues alike for her dedication and expertise .
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healthy
[Adjective]

(of a person) not having physical or mental problems

Ex: The teacher is glad to see all the students are healthy after the winter break .
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lifestyle
[noun]

a type of life that a person or group is living

Ex: They embraced a rural lifestyle, enjoying the peace and quiet of the countryside .
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to plant
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to put a seed, plant, etc. in the ground to grow

Ex: We plant fresh herbs in small pots to keep in the kitchen .
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a desired and impressive goal achieved through hard work

Ex: The completion of the project ahead of schedule was a great accomplishment for the entire team .
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amateur
[noun]

someone who is not skilled or experienced enough for a specific activity

Ex: As an amateur, he entered the race for the experience rather than aiming to win .
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athlete
[noun]

a person who is good at sports and physical exercise, and often competes in sports competitions

Ex: The young athlete aspired to represent her country in the Olympics .
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blogger
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an individual who maintains and regularly adds new content to a blog

Ex: With her expertise in personal finance , the blogger provided valuable advice and money-saving tips to her readers through her blog .
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musician
[noun]

someone who plays a musical instrument or writes music, especially as a profession

Ex: The young musician won a scholarship to a prestigious music school .
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obstacle
[noun]

a situation or problem that prevents one from succeeding

Ex: The heavy snowstorm created an obstacle for travelers trying to reach the airport .
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inspirational
[Adjective]

providing motivation, encouragement, enthusiasm, or a sense of purpose

Ex: The teacher 's inspirational words encouraged her students to believe in themselves and their abilities .
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pleasure
[noun]

a feeling of great enjoyment and happiness

Ex: The book brought him pleasure on many quiet afternoons .
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the action or process of reaching a particular thing

Ex: The team celebrated their achievement together .
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a process or state in which something becomes more advanced, stronger, etc.

Ex: They monitored the development of the plant to understand its growth patterns .
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positive
[Adjective]

displaying approval, support, or agreement

Ex: His positive remarks made everyone feel more confident .
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to review
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to share personal opinions about a book, movie, or media to inform and provide insights into its strengths and weaknesses

Ex: The website allows users to review books and leave comments .
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remote
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far away in space or distant in position

Ex: The remote farmhouse was surrounded by vast fields of crops .
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worker
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someone who does manual work, particularly a heavy and exhausting one to earn money

Ex: The worker lifted heavy boxes all afternoon.
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tropical
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associated with or characteristic of the tropics, regions of the Earth near the equator known for their warm climate and lush vegetation

Ex: The tropical sun provides abundant warmth and energy for photosynthesis in plants .
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reason
[noun]

something that explains an action or event

Ex: Understanding the reason for his behavior helped to resolve the conflict .
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to soar
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to increase rapidly to a high level

Ex: The demand for electric cars is expected to soar in the coming years as more people seek environmentally-friendly transportation options .
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a unified whole created by joining or mixing two or more distinct elements or parts together

Ex: The winning recipe was a perfect combination of spices and herbs .
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the quality of working toward something despite difficulties

Ex: The team 's determination led them to victory against the odds .
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plenty
[pronoun]

a plentiful or abundant amount of something

Ex: The holiday sale provided plenty of discounts on various products .
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movies, television shows, etc. or an activity that is made for people to enjoy

Ex: The city offers a wide variety of entertainment options .
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to meet the needed requirements or conditions to be considered suitable for a particular role, status, benefit, etc.

Ex: The team qualified for the finals after winning the semifinal match .
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to switch
[Verb]

to change from one thing, such as a task, major, conversation topic, job, etc. to a completely different one

Ex: I switched jobs last year for better opportunities .
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hurdle
[noun]

a type of barrier used in some races that athletes must jump over in order to continue competing

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a situation that has fewer or no benefits over another, which makes succeeding difficult

Ex: The company 's small budget placed it at a disadvantage in the competitive market .
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financial
[Adjective]

related to money or its management

Ex: She applied for financial aid to help cover tuition costs for college.
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altitude
[noun]

the distance between an object or point and sea level

Ex: Meteorologists study altitude variations to understand atmospheric pressure changes .
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steam
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the hot gas produced when water is heated to the boiling point

Ex: In the cold winter air , steam from their breath was visible as they spoke .
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a situation or a chance where doing or achieving something particular becomes possible or easier

Ex: Learning a new language opens up opportunities for travel and cultural exchange .
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the status or title that a person gains by being the best player or team in a competition

Ex: The team won the championship after a thrilling final match .
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proud
[Adjective]

feeling satisfied with someone or one's possessions, achievements, etc.

Ex: He felt proud of himself for completing his first marathon .
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to cause something to remain in its original state without any significant change

Ex: The team is currently preserving the historical documents in a controlled environment .
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global
[Adjective]

regarding or affecting the entire world

Ex: The internet enables global communication and access to information across continents .
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