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Total English - Upper-intermediate - Unit 10 - Reference

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 10 - Reference in the Total English Upper-Intermediate coursebook, such as "willpower", "intuition", "grate", etc.

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Total English - Upper-intermediate
willpower
willpower
[noun]

the ability to control one's own behavior, actions, and decision-making through the exercise of conscious effort and self-discipline

Ex: She showed incredible willpower by resisting the temptation to eat junk food. 
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mind over matter

the willpower to overcome one's problems or control one's physical condition

Ex: During the marathon, it was mind over matter after the twentieth mile. 
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persuasion

the process or act of persuading someone to do or believe something particular

Ex: Effective persuasion requires strong communication skills. 
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premonition

a strong feeling or sense that something unpleasant is going to happen, often without clear evidence or reason

Ex: She had a premonition that something bad was about to occur. 
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deja vu
deja vu
[noun]

the feeling that a current situation has happened before, even though it is new

Ex: He paused mid-conversation, struck by a sudden deja vu. 
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to trust
to trust
[Verb]

to believe that someone is sincere, reliable, or competent

Ex: She regularly trusts her colleagues to complete tasks efficiently. 
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intuition
intuition
[noun]

the ability to understand or know something immediately, without conscious reasoning or evidence

Ex: She had an intuition that the plan would succeed. 
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sixth sense

a general sense of intuition or perception that is not based on rational or empirical evidence

Ex: She seemed to have a sixth sense for detecting danger. 
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unconscious

the part of the mind where thoughts, feelings, and memories exist without a person being aware of them

Ex: Deep fears are often stored in the unconscious. 
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subconscious

the part of the mind that is not currently in focused awareness, but still influences thoughts, feelings, and behavior, often through automatic or involuntary processes

Ex: His subconscious kept bringing up memories he had forgotten. 
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advertisement

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

Ex: I saw an interesting advertisement about a new Italian restaurant in town. 
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trailer
trailer
[noun]

a selection from different parts of a movie, TV series, games, etc. shown before they become available to the public

Ex: The studio released a second trailer with more footage from the film. 
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advertising

the activity or profession of making commercial announcements to promote a product or service

Ex: Successful advertising helps brands attract more customers. 
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marketing
marketing
[noun]

the act or process of selling or advertising a product or service, usually including market research

Ex: Successful marketing requires understanding customer needs. 
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intelligence

the ability to correctly utilize thought and reason, learn from experience, or to successfully adapt to the environment

Ex: Intelligence plays a key role in solving complex problems. 
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interesting
interesting
[Adjective]

catching and keeping our attention because of being unusual, exciting, etc.

Ex: I read an interesting article about space exploration in the newspaper. 
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library
library
[noun]

a place in which collections of books and sometimes newspapers, movies, music, etc. are kept for people to read or borrow

Ex: I spent the afternoon studying at the local library. 
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necessary
necessary
[Adjective]

needed to be done for a particular reason or purpose

Ex: It is necessary to study for exams to achieve good grades. 
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occasionally
occasionally
[Adverb]

not on a regular basis

Ex: She visits her grandparents occasionally. 
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psychologist

a professional who studies behavior and mental processes to understand and treat psychological disorders and improve overall mental health

Ex: The psychologist counseled patients struggling with anxiety and depression. 
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responsibility

the obligation to perform a particular duty or task that is assigned to one

Ex: She accepted the responsibility of leading the project team. 
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separate
separate
[Adjective]

not connected to anything, and forming a unit by itself

Ex: The hotel has separate rooms for guests traveling alone. 
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weird
weird
[Adjective]

strange in a way that is difficult to understand

Ex: He's a good friend, but he has some weird tastes in music. 
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commercial break

a pause in a television or radio program during which advertisements or commercials are shown

Ex: I usually grab a snack during the commercial break. 
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target market

a specific group of consumers or customers that a business or organization aims to reach and serve with its products or services

Ex: Their target market includes fitness enthusiasts and athletes. 
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brand
brand
[noun]

the name that a particular product or service is identified with

Ex: Apple is known for its innovative products and strong brand identity worldwide. 
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hype
hype
[noun]

exaggerated promotion meant to attract attention or excitement

Ex: The movie didn’t live up to the hype surrounding it. 
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slogan
slogan
[noun]

a short memorable phrase that is used in advertising to draw people's attention toward something

Ex: The company's slogan "Just Do It" became synonymous with their brand, inspiring millions of athletes worldwide. 
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logo
logo
[noun]

a symbol or design used to represent a company or organization

Ex: The company's new logo features a bold design with vibrant colors that stand out. 
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to [make] up {one's} mind

to come to a final decision or conclusion after considering different options or possibilities

Ex: I need a few more days before I make up my mind. 
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to [slip] {one's} (mind|memory)

to be forgotten or disregarded

Ex: I meant to call you back, but it completely slipped my mind. 
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to [change] {one's} mind

to change one's opinion or decision regarding something

Ex: I was going to quit, but I changed my mind after talking to my manager. 
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to [cross] {one's} mind

to come into one's thoughts or mind momentarily

Ex: The idea of traveling the world has crossed my mind many times. 
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to [come|spring] (to|into) mind

(of an idea or thought) to suddenly be remembered or thought of

Ex: When I heard the news, memories of our childhood summers immediately sprang to mind. 
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to [speak] {one's} mind

to express one's opinions in an honest or fearless way

Ex: I'm not afraid to speak my mind, even if it means ruffling some feathers. 
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to [keep] {sth} in mind

to remember or consider a particular piece of information or advice

Ex: Keep in mind that the meeting is at 3 PM. 
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accommodation

a place where people live, stay, or work in

Ex: She booked her accommodation in advance to ensure she had a comfortable place to stay during her vacation. 
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beginning
beginning
[noun]

the point at which something, such as an event, a story, etc. begins

Ex: The beginning of the movie captured everyone's attention with its dramatic opening scene. 
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to believe

to accept something to be true even without proof

Ex: I believed her excuses for missing the meeting. 
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changeable
changeable
[Adjective]

characterized by frequent or unpredictable changes

Ex: The weather in the mountains is notoriously changeable, with conditions shifting rapidly. 
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definitely
definitely
[Adverb]

in a certain way

Ex: I will definitely attend the meeting tomorrow. 
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doubt
doubt
[noun]

a feeling of disbelief or uncertainty about something

Ex: Doubt crept into her mind as she pondered the possibility of failure. 
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existence
existence
[noun]

the fact or state of existing or being objectively real

Ex: Philosophers have long debated the nature of existence and what it means to be alive. 
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friend
friend
[noun]

someone we like and trust

Ex: David and Samantha became friends after meeting at a book club and discovered their shared passion for literature. 
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foreigner
foreigner
[noun]

a person who lives in a country where they are not a citizen or permanent resident

Ex: As a foreigner, she had to adjust to local customs. 
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great
great
[Adjective]

exceptionally large in degree or amount

Ex: The storm caused a great deal of damage to the coastal town. 
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grate
grate
[noun]

a metal framework of bars or wires used to cover or partition openings or enclosures, such as a fireplace, drain, vent, or window

Ex: The fireplace grate held burning logs securely. 
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generous
generous
[Adjective]

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

Ex: She's a generous donor, always contributing to charitable causes and helping those in need. 
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to [get|take|keep] {one's} mind off {sth}

to distract someone's attention or thoughts away from something, typically something stressful, worrisome, or unpleasant

Ex: I went for a long walk to take my mind off the interview. 
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