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Solutions - Advanced - Unit 7 - 7A - Part 2

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 7 - 7A - Part 2 in the Solutions Advanced coursebook, such as "shriek", "reflector", "saddle", etc.

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t-junction

a type of road intersection where one road meets another at a right angle, forming a T shape

Ex: Turn left at the T-junction to reach the village. 
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to [shoot] a glance at {sb}

to quickly and discreetly look at them, often without intending to be noticed or without lingering

Ex: She shot a glance at him, trying to gauge his reaction. 
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turn
turn
[noun]

a place in a road, river, etc. where it bends

Ex: The sharp turn in the mountain road made it difficult to drive at night. 
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shriek
shriek
[noun]

a sudden, high-pitched cry or scream that is sharp and piercing in nature

Ex: She let out a shriek when she saw the spider on her bed. 
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attempt
attempt
[noun]

the action or endeavor of trying to complete a task or achieve a goal, often one that is challenging

Ex: Her attempt to climb the mountain ended just shy of the summit. 
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to [call] a halt to {sth}

to demand putting an end to something quickly

Ex: The coach called a halt to the practice when it started raining. 
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part
part
[noun]

any of the pieces making a whole, when combined

Ex: Asking questions is an integral part of gaining knowledge. 
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bicycle
bicycle
[noun]

a vehicle with two wheels that we ride by pushing its pedals with our feet

Ex: He enjoys going on long bicycle rides in the countryside. 
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lever
lever
[noun]

a long rigid bar that is put under a heavy object in order to move it

Ex: He used a lever to lift the heavy rock from the ground. 
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chain
chain
[noun]

a series of connected or interdependent items or events

Ex: The supply chain was disrupted due to the storm. 
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handlebar
handlebar
[noun]

a bar in front of a motorcycle or bicycle that a person takes by hand to control the direction in which they want to travel

Ex: He adjusted the handlebar height to make his bike more comfortable to ride. 
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pedal
pedal
[noun]

a flat part of a bicycle or machine that is pushed with the foot to make it move or operate. It is typically circular and part of the mechanism that drives motion

Ex: She pushed the pedal to start the bicycle. 
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pump
pump
[noun]

a mechanical device or machine that is used to move fluids or gases from one place to another by creating a flow or pressure

Ex: The water pump in the car engine ensures that coolant circulates to prevent overheating. 
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reflector
reflector
[noun]

a photographic accessory used to redirect or bounce light onto a subject, typically consisting of a flat or curved surface made of reflective material

Ex: The bicycle has reflectors on the wheels for safety at night. 
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saddle
saddle
[noun]

a seat made for riding on the back of a horse or other animal

Ex: She adjusted the saddle before mounting her horse. 
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spoke
spoke
[noun]

a thin rod that connects the center of a wheel to its outer edge

Ex: The bicycle's wheel has several spokes that keep it strong and lightweight. 
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stand
stand
[noun]

a device for safely storing bicycles when not in use

Ex: The bike was parked in the stand outside the store. 
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tyre
tyre
[noun]

a rubber covering filled with air that fits around a vehicle's wheel to help it move smoothly and safely on the road

Ex: The car has new tyres that improve its grip on wet roads. 
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valve
valve
[noun]

a mechanical device that controls or regulates the flow of fluids, such as liquids, gases, or slurries, by opening, closing, or partially obstructing passageways within a pipe or system

Ex: The valve was turned to stop the water from leaking. 
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comfort
comfort
[noun]

a state of being free from pain, worry, or other unpleasant feelings

Ex: After a long day at work, she found comfort in curling up with a good book and a warm cup of tea. 
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cost
cost
[noun]

an amount we pay to buy, do, or make something

Ex: He compared the cost of various insurance plans. 
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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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repair
repair
[noun]

the act of fixing something to make it work again

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rider
rider
[noun]

someone who uses a motorcycle or bicycle for transportation

Ex: The rider zipped through traffic on his motorcycle. 
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pedestrian

a person who is on foot and not in or on a vehicle

Ex: The city installed a new pedestrian crossing near the school to ensure the children's safety. 
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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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to break up

to become separated into pieces

Ex: The glass vase fell off the table and broke up into many sharp shards. 
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to drop in

to visit a place or someone without a prior arrangement, often casually and briefly

Ex: If you're in the area, feel free to drop in for a cup of tea. 
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to drop off

to take a person or thing to a predetermined location and leave afterwards

Ex: The taxi driver agreed to drop off the passengers at the airport. 
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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 pass through

to go or move from one place to another, often without stopping or staying for long

Ex: On our road trip, we passed through several small towns. 
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to pull out

(of a train or bus) to leave a station with passengers on board

Ex: The 9 o'clock train pulled out right on time. 
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to put up
to put up
[Verb]

to construct a building or object in a particular location

Ex: The construction crew will put up a new office building downtown. 
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to see off

to accompany someone to their point of departure and say goodbye to them

Ex: She asked her sister to come and see her off at the train station. 
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