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Total English - Pre-intermediate - Unit 11 - Reference

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 11 - Reference in the Total English Pre-Intermediate coursebook, such as "mentor", "appeal", "peer", etc.

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Total English - Pre-intermediate
celebrity
celebrity
[noun]

someone who is known by a lot of people, especially in entertainment business

Ex: The reality show is hosted by a well-known celebrity.
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childhood
childhood
[noun]

the period or time of being a child, characterized by significant physical and emotional growth

Ex: Emily 's love for reading began in her childhood, when she would lose herself in books for hours on end .
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hero
hero
[noun]

a person who deserves great admiration for their bravery or good deeds

Ex: Everyday heroes can be people who help others without seeking recognition .
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media
media
[noun]

the ways through which people receive information such as newspapers, television, etc.

Ex: She studies how the media influences politics and public opinion .
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mentor
mentor
[noun]

a reliable and experienced person who helps those with less experience

Ex: The mentor encouraged her mentee to set ambitious goals and provided the necessary resources and encouragement to help them achieve success .
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peer
peer
[noun]

a person of the same age, social status, or capability as another specified individual

Ex: Despite being new to the company , she quickly established herself as a peer to her colleagues through hard work and expertise .
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role model

someone who is admired for their positive traits and behavior, and who can inspire and guide others

Ex: She hopes to be a positive role model in her community .
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to bring up

to look after a child until they reach maturity

Ex: It 's essential to bring up a child in an environment that fosters both learning and creativity .
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to come across

to discover, meet, or find someone or something by accident

Ex: I did n't expect to come across an old friend from high school at the conference , but it was a pleasant surprise .
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to grow up

to change from being a child into an adult little by little

Ex: When I grow up, I want to be a musician.
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to look after

to take care of someone or something and attend to their needs, well-being, or safety

Ex: The company looks after its employees by providing them with a safe and healthy work environment .
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to look up to

to have a great deal of respect, admiration, or esteem for someone

Ex: She admires and looks up to her grandmother for her kindness and resilience.
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to pick up

to take and lift something or someone up

Ex: The police officer picks up the evidence with a gloved hand .
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blog
blog
[noun]

a web page on which an individual or group of people regularly write about a topic of interest or their opinions or experiences, usually in an informal style

Ex: They collaborated on a blog to discuss environmental issues and solutions .
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channel
channel
[noun]

a TV station that broadcasts different programs

Ex: Television networks compete for viewership by offering exclusive programs and innovative channel packages .
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commercial

an advertisement broadcast on TV or radio

Ex: The local car dealership aired a commercial offering special discounts and financing options.
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computer game

a game designed to be played on a computer

Ex: The online store offers discounts on several classic computer games this week .
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documentary

a movie or TV program based on true stories giving facts about a particular person or event

Ex: The wildlife documentary showcased the beauty of nature .
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drama
drama
[noun]

a play that is performed in a theater, on TV, or radio

Ex: We went to see a Shakespearean drama at the local theater .
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podcast
podcast
[noun]

a digital audio program that is available for download or streaming on the Internet, typically produced in a series format covering a wide range of topics

Ex: The podcast covers politics , culture , and social issues .
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pop-up
pop-up
[noun]

a window that appears suddenly on top of the current screen, often used to display advertising or notifications

Ex: The pop-up message provided information about the latest software update .
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search engine

a computer program that searches the Internet and finds information based on a word or group of words given to it

Ex: A good search engine can make finding information online much easier .
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soap opera

a TV or radio show, broadcast regularly, dealing with the routine life of a group of people and their problems

Ex: The characters ' struggles in the soap opera feel so real and relatable to many viewers .
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to appeal
to appeal
[Verb]

to ask for something, such as money, help, etc. in a serious manner

Ex: The charity organization appealed for donations to support those affected by the natural disaster .
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to believe

to accept something to be true even without proof

Ex: You should n't believe everything you see on social media .
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to complain

to express your annoyance, unhappiness, or dissatisfaction about something

Ex: Rather than complaining about the weather , Sarah decided to make the best of the rainy day and stayed indoors reading a book .
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to respond

to answer a question in spoken or written form

Ex: Right now , the expert is actively responding to questions from the audience .
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to revise
to revise
[Verb]

to make changes to something, especially in response to new information, feedback, or a need for improvement

Ex: The company will revise its business strategy in light of the changing market conditions .
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to spend
to spend
[Verb]

to use money as a payment for services, goods, etc.

Ex: She does n't like to spend money on things she does n't need .
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to succeed

to reach or achieve what one desired or tried for

Ex: He succeeded in winning the championship after years of rigorous training and competition .
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to worry
to worry
[Verb]

to feel upset and nervous because we think about bad things that might happen to us or our problems

Ex: The constant rain made her worry about the outdoor wedding ceremony.
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advertisement

any movie, picture, note, etc. designed to promote products or services to the public

Ex: The government released an advertisement about the importance of vaccinations .
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