Total English Upper-Intermediate "Unit 3 - Reference" Vocabulary

modern

Adjective

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related to the most recent time or to the present time

actual contemporary current existent

nonmodern

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Advances in modern medicine have greatly improved life expectancy.

The novel explores modern issues, such as digital privacy and climate change.

ancient

Adjective

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related or belonging to a period of history that is long gone

actual contemporary current existent

antique

Adjective

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old and often considered valuable due to its age, craftsmanship, or historical significance

actual contemporary current existent

traditional

Adjective

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belonging to or following the methods or thoughts that are old as opposed to new or different ones

actual contemporary current existent

nontraditional

secondhand

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previously owned or used by someone else

actual contemporary current existent

incomparable

elderly

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people of old age

actual contemporary current existent

young

old-fashioned

Adjective

/ˌoʊɫdˈfæʃənd/

no longer used, supported, etc. by the general public, typically belonging to an earlier period in history

actual contemporary current existent

trendy

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influenced by the latest or popular styles

actual contemporary current existent

fashionable

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following the latest or the most popular styles and trends in a specific period

actual contemporary current existent

unfashionable

while

noun

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a span of time

actual contemporary current existent

during

preposition

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used to express that something happens continuously from the beginning to the end of a period of time

actual contemporary current existent

throughout

preposition

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during the whole period of time of something

actual contemporary current existent

since

preposition

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used to indicate the period of time between a specific past event and the present

actual contemporary current existent

until

preposition

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used to show that something continues or lasts up to a specific point in time and often not happening or existing after that time

actual contemporary current existent

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occurring or existing before what is being mentioned

actual contemporary current existent

soft

Adjective

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gentle to the touch

actual contemporary current existent

hard

stretchy

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capable of being stretched or extended without breaking

actual contemporary current existent

shiny

Adjective

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bright and smooth in a way that reflects light

actual contemporary current existent

smooth

Adjective

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having a surface that is even and free from roughness or irregularities

actual contemporary current existent

rough

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having an uneven or jagged texture

actual contemporary current existent

smooth

furry

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having an abundant covering or coat of soft, dense hair or fur

actual contemporary current existent

slippery

Adjective

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difficult to hold or move on because of being smooth, greasy, wet, etc.

actual contemporary current existent

nonslippery

itchy

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causing an annoying feeling on the skin that makes a person want to scratch it

actual contemporary current existent

to take over

Verb

/tˈeɪk ˈoʊvɚ/

to begin to be in charge of something, often previously managed by someone else

actual contemporary current existent

Grammatical Information:

transitive

Phrasal Status

separable

phrase's verb

take

phrase's particle

over

to take off

Verb

/teɪk ɑːf/

to become famous and successful in a sudden and rapid manner

actual contemporary current existent

Grammatical Information:

intransitive

Phrasal Status

inseparable

phrase's verb

take

phrase's particle

off

to take to

Verb

/tˈeɪk tuː/

to start to like someone or something

actual contemporary current existent

Grammatical Information:

Phrasal Status

inseparable

phrase's verb

take

phrase's particle

to

to take in

Verb

/tˈeɪk ˈɪn/

to accept or emotionally process something

actual contemporary current existent

Grammatical Information:

transitive

to take part

phrase

/teɪk ˈpɑrt/

Collocation

to participate in something, such as an event or activity

actual contemporary current existent

to take one's breath away

phrase

/tˈeɪk wˈʌnz bɹˈɛθ ɐwˈeɪ/

Approving

Idiom

Informal

to make someone become really amazed

actual contemporary current existent

What is the origin of the idiom "take one's breath away" and when to use it?

The origin of the phrase "take one's breath away" is not definitively documented. However, the expression likely emerged from the physical reaction people have when they encounter something astonishing or emotionally overwhelming. This expression finds its place in conversations or written expressions related to encounters with breathtaking natural scenery, extraordinary works of art, awe-inspiring performances, remarkable acts of kindness, or significant life events.

to take it for granted

phrase

/tˈeɪk ɪt fɔːɹ ɡɹˈæntᵻd/

Idiom

Informal

to assume without question that something is true

actual contemporary current existent

What is the origin of the idiom "take it for granted" and when to use it?

The origin of the idiom "take for granted" can be traced back to the Middle English period. The word "granted" in this context refers to something that is assumed to be true or accepted without question. The phrase emphasizes the human tendency to become accustomed to or overlook the value of things that are consistently present or readily available. Over time, it has become a commonly used expression to convey the idea of not fully appreciating or recognizing the significance of something until it is lost or no longer accessible.

to take something in stride

phrase

/tˈeɪk ˌɛstˌiːˈeɪtʃ ɪn stɹˈaɪd/

Idiom

to calmly cope with something that is difficult or disturbing

actual contemporary current existent

What is the origin of the idiom "take something in stride" and when to use it?

The idiom "take something in stride" originated from horse racing, describing a jockey's ability to maintain the horse's stride despite obstacles or variations in terrain. It is often employed to encourage a resilient and composed attitude when faced with adversity.

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