Insight - Upper-intermediate - Unit 5 - 5A

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 5 - 5A in the Insight Upper-Intermediate coursebook, such as "cling", "urge on", "entrust", etc.

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Insight - Upper-intermediate

to put on a piece of clothing hastily and without care

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to cling [verb]

to tightly hold on to someone or something

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to push or drive something forward using physical force

Ex: The strong wind urged on the sails of the boat , helping it move faster .

to cause a machine, device, or system to start working or flowing, usually by pressing a button or turning a switch

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come on [sentence]

used for encouraging someone to hurry

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to remain alive

Ex: Despite the harsh conditions , the species managed to live on and adapt to its environment .

to expose someone or something to potential harm or risk

Ex: Disposing of hazardous materials improperly may endanger the environment .

to give someone the responsibility of taking care of something important, such as a task, duty, or information

Ex: The CEO chose to entrust the company 's vision to the capable hands of the executive team .

to increase the size or quantity of something

Ex: While renovating , the builders were enlarging the windows for more natural light .

to give someone the power or authorization to do something particular

Ex: Voting is a fundamental right that empowers citizens to influence the democratic process .

to give someone or something the means or ability to do something

Ex: Financial assistance can enable students to pursue higher education .

to surround a place with a fence, wall, etc.

Ex: The city ’s gates enclosed the entire town , making it secure from invaders .

to make sure that something will happen

Ex: The teacher is ensuring that students understand the new lesson .

to provide someone with support, hope, or confidence

Ex: The coach 's motivational speeches were designed to encourage the athletes , inspiring them to give their best performance on the field .

to give someone the legal right to have or do something particular

Ex: Being a citizen of the country will entitle you to certain benefits and privileges .
acronym [noun]

a word formed from the initial letters of a phrase, pronounced as a single word

Ex: The military often uses acronyms for complex terms .

used to express the urgency or immediacy of completing a task or taking action without unnecessary delay

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I don't know [interjection]

a common abbreviation used in texts or online conversations, which means one does not know something

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an abbreviation that is used in texting to express one's personal opinion about a particular subject

Ex: In my humble opinion , they should reconsider their decision .
laugh out loud [interjection]

used especially in text or online messages to express laughter or amusement about something funny

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used in a text message, email, etc. to express one's doubt while giving an opinion

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be right back [interjection]

used in online conversations indicating that one would be back after a short time

Ex: She said , be right back , and left the room .

used in written or spoken communication to indicate that the information being provided is intended to inform the recipient, but not necessarily requiring any action on their part

Ex: For your information , this policy applies to all employees .
by the way [adverb]

used to introduce a new topic or information that is related to the ongoing conversation

Ex: By the way , did you remember to bring the report for today 's meeting ?
FWIW [noun]

used to introduce a piece of information or opinion that may not be very valuable or significant, but is offered anyway

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TIA [noun]

used in informal settings such as text messages or emails to thank someone in advance for their help or assistance

Ex: TIA for looking into this matter .
too much information [interjection]

used in written or spoken conversations to indicate that someone has shared more personal or detailed information than is comfortable or necessary

Ex: She shared a little too much information about her date .
YOLO [interjection]

an abbreviation commonly used in online conversations and social media posts to encourage living life to the fullest and taking risks

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BFN [noun]

commonly used in online messaging, texting, and email to mean the speaker will be away but intends to return later

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GLHF [noun]

commonly used in online gaming to wish other players well before a match, it may also be used in other online contexts to wish someone luck

Ex: He typed GLHF in the chat before the game started .
let me know [sentence]

used in online messaging, texting, and email to ask someone to inform them about something

Ex: Let me know if you have any questions about the project .
NAGI [noun]

used in used in informal written communication to politely reject a suggestion or proposal that is deemed unsuitable or unfeasible

ROFL [noun]

commonly used in online messaging and social media to indicate that something is extremely funny

Ex: ROFL , I ca n't believe you actually did that !
TTYL [interjection]

used in online messaging, texting, and email as a friendly way to indicate that the conversation is ending but the speakers will communicate again in the future

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to accept a change or a new situation and be ready to continue with one's life and deal with new experiences, especially after a bad experience such as a breakup

Ex: People often find it challenging to move on after a significant loss .

to loudly support or encourage someone, especially during a performance or competition

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to make something start working usually by flipping a switch

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to include or attach something to an existing thing, usually with the intention of increasing its value, functionality, or capacity

Ex: They added on a new section to the website to improve user experience .

to continue an action or state without interruption

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to put on a piece of clothing or footwear quickly and easily, often without fastening or tying it

Ex: I slipped on my gloves to keep warm .