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Insight - Pre-Intermediate - Unit 5 - 5D

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 5 - 5D in the Insight Pre-Intermediate coursebook, such as "break down", "cowardly", "give up", etc.

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Insight - Pre-Intermediate

to make a short visit to a place on the way to another destination

Ex: On their way to the concert , stopped off at a restaurant for dinner .
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to move from a higher location to a lower one

Ex: We decided to go down the hill to the riverbank for a picnic.
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to start a journey

Ex: The group of set out for a weekend getaway to the mountains .
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(of a machine or vehicle) to stop working as a result of a malfunction

Ex: The broke down in the middle of mowing the lawn .
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to go back along the same route one already covered

Ex: The pilot decided turn back because of engine trouble .
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to choose to continue an ongoing activity

Ex: The teacher asked the students carry on with the experiment during the next class .
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to discover, meet, or find someone or something by accident

Ex: I did n't expect come across an old friend from high school at the conference , but it was a pleasant surprise .
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to stop trying when faced with failures or difficulties

Ex: Dogive up now ; you ’re almost there .
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all the qualities that shape a person's character and make them different from others

Ex: People have personalities, yet we all share the same basic needs and desires .
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brave
[Adjective]

having no fear when doing dangerous or painful things

Ex: brave doctor performed the risky surgery with steady hands , saving the patient 's life .
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funny
[Adjective]

able to make people laugh

Ex: The cartoon was funny that I could n't stop laughing .
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generous
[Adjective]

having a willingness to freely give or share something with others, without expecting anything in return

Ex: They thanked her for generous offer to pay for the repairs .
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honest
[Adjective]

telling the truth and having no intention of cheating or stealing

Ex: Even in difficult situations , she honest and transparent , refusing to compromise her principles .
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kind
[Adjective]

nice and caring toward other people's feelings

Ex: The teacher kind enough to give us an extension on the project .
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lazy
[Adjective]

avoiding work or activity and preferring to do as little as possible

Ex: lazy student consistently skipped classes and failed to complete assignments on time .
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quiet
[Adjective]

(of a person) not talking too much

Ex: The quiet girl in the corner is actually a brilliant writer.
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shy
[Adjective]

nervous and uncomfortable around other people

Ex: shy personality does not stop him from performing on stage .
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dishonest
[Adjective]

not truthful or trustworthy, often engaging in immoral behavior

Ex: She felt betrayed by her frienddishonest behavior , which included spreading rumors behind her back .
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extroverted
[Adjective]

describing someone who is outgoing, sociable, and enjoys being around other people

Ex: She felt extroverted after joining the drama club .
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hardworking
[Adjective]

(of a person) putting in a lot of effort and dedication to achieve goals or complete tasks

Ex: Their hardworking team completed the project ahead of schedule, thanks to their dedication.
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unkind
[Adjective]

not friendly, considerate, or showing mercy to others

Ex: Despite unkind words , she tried to remain calm and composed .
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mean
[Adjective]

(of a person) behaving in a way that is unkind or cruel

Ex: mean neighbor complained about trivial matters just to cause trouble .
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serious
[Adjective]

needing attention and action because of possible danger or risk

Ex: The storm serious damage to the homes in the area .
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talkative
[Adjective]

talking a great deal

Ex: She 's the talkative person in our group ; she always keeps us entertained .
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cowardly
[Adjective]

lacking courage, typically avoiding difficult or dangerous situations

Ex: cowardly thief stole from the elderly , targeting those who were unable to defend themselves .
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