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Insight - Intermediate - Unit 8 - 8A

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 8 - 8A in the Insight Intermediate coursebook, such as "worthwhile", "dead-end", "glamorous", etc.

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Insight - Intermediate
highly
[Adverb]

to a high level or degree

Ex: The company 's products highly regarded for their quality and reliability .
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skilled
[Adjective]

having the necessary experience or knowledge to perform well in a particular field

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to fly
[Verb]

to move or travel through the air

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repetitive
[Adjective]

referring to something that involves repeating the same actions or elements multiple times, often leading to boredom or dissatisfaction

Ex: The exercise routine was effective , but repetitive nature made it hard to stick to over time .
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dead-end
[Adjective]

providing no opportunities to improve, advance, or progress

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to vary
[Verb]

to make changes to or modify something, making it slightly different

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stressful
[Adjective]

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

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worthwhile
[Adjective]

deserving of time, effort, or attention due to inherent value or importance

Ex: The meeting worthwhile, as it led to a valuable collaboration .
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challenging
[Adjective]

difficult to accomplish, requiring skill or effort

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to have a certain amount of tasks or problems that need to be dealt with

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to start to do an activity, often in a way that is encouraging to others

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to elevate one's foot in order to rest or relax

Ex: put her foot up and took a nap to recover from the long drive .
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to put someone in a difficult or challenging situation without providing any help or guidance

Ex: The threw her in the deep end with complex assignments .
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to show or teach someone how a particular job or task is done

Ex: The taught him the ropes of public speaking .
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to demonstrate one's ability in surpassing obstacles and dealing with difficult situations

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the most important factor in an argument or a discussion that brings it to an end

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gender-neutral
[Adjective]

not exclusive to any particular gender and suitable for people of all gender identities

Ex: The fashion industry is gender-neutral clothing lines that cater to individuals who prefer styles that are not traditionally associated with a specific gender .
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someone whose job is to put out fires and save people or animals from dangerous situations

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fireman
[noun]

a man who works for a fire department and puts out fires

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the leader of a school, responsible for managing and guiding the school

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a person, typically a man, who is in charge of a school

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someone whose job is to protect people, catch criminals, and make sure that laws are obeyed

Ex: With a flashlight in hand , police officer searched for clues at the crime scene .
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a woman whose job is to protect people, catch criminals, and make sure that laws are obeyed

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postman
[noun]

a person, often a man, who is employed to deliver mail and packages to people's homes or other locations

Ex: After the rainstorm , postman continued his rounds despite the wet conditions .
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someone whose job is to serve or help customers in a shop

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salesman
[noun]

a person, often a man, whose job is to sell products or services to customers

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a person who speaks formally for an organization, government, etc.

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spokesman
[noun]

a person, often a man, who is appointed or elected to speak on behalf of a group or organization

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athlete
[noun]

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

Ex: The athlete aspired to represent her country in the Olympics .
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a woman who engages in sports or athletic activities

Ex: sportswoman was celebrated for her dedication and hard work in training .
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a person who works on a plane to bring passengers meals and take care of them

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a woman who works on an airplane, assisting passengers and ensuring their safety and comfort during the flight

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actor
[noun]

someone whose job involves performing in movies, plays, or series

Ex: The actor effortlessly portrayed a wide range of characters , from a hero to a villain .
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glamorous
[Adjective]

stylish, attractive, and often associated with luxury or sophistication

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actress
[noun]

a woman whose job involves performing in movies, plays, or series

Ex: The actress received an award for her outstanding performance .
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