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Total English - Advanced - Unit 2 - Reference

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 2 - Reference in the Total English Advanced coursebook, such as "cosmopolitan", "healthcare", "catch on", etc.

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Total English - Advanced
cost of living

the amount of money required to maintain basic needs and expenses in a particular place or location

Ex: Cities with a high cost of living often offer higher salaries to compensate. 
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cosmopolitan
cosmopolitan
[Adjective]

including a wide range of people with different nationalities and cultures

Ex: The city’s cosmopolitan atmosphere made it a melting pot of diverse cultures. 
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infrastructure

the physical and organizational assets, such as roads, bridges, utilities, and public services, that support economic activity and daily life

Ex: The government invested billions in rebuilding the nation's aging infrastructure. 
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mild
mild
[Adjective]

(of weather) pleasantly warm and less cold than expected

Ex: After weeks of cold, the mild day felt like a gift. 
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freedom
freedom
[noun]

the right to act, say, or think as one desires without being stopped, controlled, or restricted

Ex: He enjoyed the freedom to travel wherever he wanted. 
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healthcare

the health services and treatments given to people

Ex: Access to affordable healthcare is a major concern for many families in the country. 
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standard of living

the level of wealth, welfare, comfort, and necessities available to an individual, group, country, etc.

Ex: Improved infrastructure and healthcare services have contributed to a higher standard of living in urban areas. 
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monument
monument
[noun]

a structure built in honor of a public figure or a special event

Ex: The towering monument was erected in honor of the soldiers who fought bravely in the war. 
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crime rate

the number or frequency of criminal offenses that occur within a specific population or geographic area over a particular period of time, often expressed as a ratio or percentage

Ex: The city’s crime rate has decreased due to better law enforcement. 
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unemployment

the state of being without a job

Ex: She struggled with unemployment after being laid off from her job at the factory. 
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congestion

a state of being overcrowded or blocked, particularly in a street or road

Ex: There was heavy congestion on the highway during rush hour. 
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pollution
pollution
[noun]

a change in water, air, etc. that makes it harmful or dangerous

Ex: The pollution in the lake has made the water toxic to fish and plants. 
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racial
racial
[Adjective]

related to the way humankind is sometimes divided into, which is based on physical attributes or shared ancestry

Ex: Racial discrimination is a serious issue that affects many communities. 
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no-go area

a potentially dangerous area that people are not allowed to go in

Ex: He reported from one of the city's no-go areas. 
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nightlife
nightlife
[noun]

the social activities and entertainment options that take place after dark, typically involving bars, clubs, live music, and other forms of entertainment

Ex: The city's nightlife offers an array of bars, clubs, and live music venues. 
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off the beaten (track|path|route)

in a place that is very far from where people usually go to

Ex: We found a small village off the beaten path, far from the tourist crowds. 
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unspoiled
unspoiled
[Adjective]

remaining fresh, pure, and unharmed, without any signs of decay or damage

Ex: We hiked to an unspoiled beach where the water was crystal clear and the sand pristine. 
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diverse
diverse
[Adjective]

showing a variety of distinct types or qualities

Ex: The team consisted of individuals from diverse backgrounds, bringing a range of experiences and perspectives to the table. 
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tranquil
tranquil
[Adjective]

feeling calm and peaceful, without any disturbances or things that might be upsetting

Ex: The tranquil lake mirrored the clear blue sky, offering a perfect escape from the busy world. 
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side by side
side by side
[Adjective]

describing two or more things that are positioned next to each other

Ex: The two houses stood side by side on the quiet street. 
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vast
vast
[Adjective]

extremely great in extent, size, or area

Ex: The explorers marveled at the vast desert stretching endlessly before them. 
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rundown
rundown
[Adjective]

(of a place or building) in a very poor condition, often due to negligence

Ex: The old rundown hotel was in desperate need of repairs. 
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stunning
stunning
[Adjective]

causing strong admiration or shock due to beauty or impact

Ex: The stunning landscape of the countryside was captured in the artist's painting. 
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packed
packed
[Adjective]

densely filled or crowded with people or things

Ex: The stadium was packed with fans cheering for their favorite team. 
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bustling
bustling
[Adjective]

(of a place or environment) full of activity, energy, and excitement, often with a lot of people moving around and engaged in various tasks or social interactions

Ex: The bustling market was filled with vendors shouting, customers bargaining, and the aroma of fresh food. 
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to catch on

(of a concept, trend, or idea) to become popular

Ex: The new diet fad is catching on, attracting individuals seeking a healthier lifestyle. 
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to turn up

to arrive at a location or event, often unexpectedly and without prior notice

Ex: She turned up at the party just as it was ending. 
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to get by
to get by
[Verb]

to be capable of living or doing something using the available resources, knowledge, money, etc.

Ex: He didn't know the local language, but he could get by using basic phrases and gestures. 
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to fit in
to fit in
[Verb]

to be socially fit for or belong within a particular group or environment

Ex: Moving to a new school can be challenging, but she quickly found a way to fit in with her classmates. 
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to do up
to do up
[Verb]

to make oneself look neat or stylish, especially by dressing up or putting on makeup

Ex: She took extra time to do herself up for the special occasion, choosing an elegant dress and coordinating accessories. 
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to fill in

to write all the information that is needed in a form

Ex: I am filling in the application form for the new job. 
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hold up
hold up
[sentence]

used to ask someone to wait or momentarily stop what they are doing

Ex: Hold up a minute, I need to finish this task first. 
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to carry out

to complete or conduct a task, job, etc.

Ex: The research team will carry out experiments to test the hypothesis and gather data. 
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to come across

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

Ex: While cleaning out the attic, I came across an old box of photographs from my childhood. 
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to take to

to start to like someone or something

Ex: The team took to the coach's leadership style from the beginning. 
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to see to
to see to
[Verb]

to attend to a specific task or responsibility

Ex: He will see to the safety regulations before the project begins. 
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to get through

to succeed in passing or enduring a difficult experience or period

Ex: She managed to get through the tough times after losing her job. 
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to come up with

to create something, usually an idea, a solution, or a plan, through one's own efforts or thinking

Ex: By the end of the month, I will have come up with a detailed proposal. 
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to keep up

to stay knowledgeable and informed about current events or developments in a specific field or area of interest

Ex: The tech-savvy individual always keeps up, ensuring they are ahead in the latest gadgets. 
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to come down to

to be the most important factor in a situation

Ex: The success of the project will come down to how well the team collaborates. 
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to get away

to escape from someone or somewhere

Ex: The thief tried to get away, but the police quickly caught him. 
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to take off

to leave a surface and begin flying

Ex: The airplane is ready to take off from the runway. 
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to pay back

to return an amount of money that was borrowed

Ex: They set up a monthly plan to pay the bank back for the mortgage. 
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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 nurse looks after the sick patient by monitoring their condition and providing medication. 
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to catch up

to reach the same level or status as someone or something else, especially after falling behind

Ex: She needs to catch up on the work she missed during her absence. 
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to stay on

to remain in a specific place, job, or program for a longer period

Ex: He plans to stay on as the company's CEO for another year. 
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