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 [noun]

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

Ex: The T-junction was clearly marked with road signs .

to [shoot] a glance at {sb} [phrase]

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

Ex:

turn [noun]

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

Ex: The scenic route features a beautiful turn that offers a panoramic view of the valley .

shriek [noun]

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

Ex: The child 's shriek of joy could be heard from across the park .

attempt [noun]

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

Ex: His attempt at cooking a gourmet meal resulted in a delicious dinner .

to [call] a halt to {sth} [phrase]

to demand putting an end to something quickly

Ex: After the argument , she called a halt to the discussion .

part [noun]

any of the pieces making a whole, when combined

Ex: The backyard is a private part of the house .

bicycle [noun]

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

Ex: I love the feeling of the wind in my hair when I ride my bicycle .

lever [noun]

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

Ex: She used a wooden lever to move the heavy crate across the floor .

chain [noun]

a series of connected or interdependent items or events

Ex: He traced a chain of mistakes that caused the accident .

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: The mechanic repaired the broken handlebar on the motorcycle to ensure it was safe to ride .

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: He pressed the pedal harder to speed up .

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: Oil drilling operations use sophisticated pumps to bring crude oil to the surface from underground reservoirs .

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: Solar reflectors can be used to generate heat for energy .

saddle [noun]

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

Ex: The saddle was uncomfortable at first , but she got used to it .

spoke [noun]

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

Ex: The wooden spokes in the old cart wheel were weathered but still functional .

stand [noun]

a device for safely storing bicycles when not in use

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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 tyre on my bicycle is losing air , so I need to inflate it .

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: She adjusted the valve to control the airflow in the lab .

comfort [noun]

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

Ex: In times of grief , many people seek comfort from friends and family who can offer support and understanding .

cost [noun]

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

Ex: She was surprised by the low cost of the shoes .

pollution [noun]

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

Ex: Due to the severe pollution , many species of birds no longer visit the area .

repair [noun]

the act of fixing something to make it work again

rider [noun]

someone who uses a motorcycle or bicycle for transportation

Ex: Bicycle riders must follow traffic rules for safety .

pedestrian [noun]

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

Ex: Pedestrians should always use the sidewalk and avoid walking on the road .

congestion [noun]

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

Ex: The road was completely blocked due to congestion from an accident .

to break up [verb]

to become separated into pieces

Ex: Over time , the waves and erosion caused the rocky cliff to break up into smaller stones .

to drop in [verb]

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

Ex:

to drop off [verb]

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

Ex: The school bus will drop off the children at their respective stops .

to get away [verb]

to escape from someone or somewhere

Ex:

to pass through [verb]

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

Ex: We passed through a tunnel on our way to the coast .

to pull out [verb]

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

Ex: Everyone was seated and the express train pulled out , heading to its next destination .

to put up [verb]

to construct a building or object in a particular location

Ex: The company is putting up a new factory on the outskirts of town .

to see off [verb]

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

Ex: The whole family gathered to see off their son as he left for military service .

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Introduction - IA	Unit 1 - 1A	Unit 1 - 1C	Unit 1 - 1E
Unit 1 - 1F	Unit 1 - 1H	Unit 2 - 2A - Part 1	Unit 2 - 2A - Part 2
Unit 2 - 2C	Unit 2 - 2E	Unit 2 - 2F	Unit 2 - 2H
Unit 3 - 3A	Unit 3 - 3B	Unit 3 - 3C	Unit 3 - 3E
Unit 3 - 3F	Unit 4 - 4A - Part 1	Unit 4 - 4A - Part 2	Unit 4 - 4C
Unit 4 - 4E	Unit 4 - 4F	Unit 4 - 4G	Unit 4 - 4H
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Unit 6 - 6C	Unit 6 - 6E	Unit 6 - 6F	Unit 7 - 7A - Part 1
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Unit 7 - 7H	Unit 8 - 8A	Unit 8 - 8C	Unit 8 - 8E
Unit 8 - 8F	Unit 9 - 9A	Unit 9 - 9C	Unit 9 - 9D
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