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Unit 7 - Reference - Part 2

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vegetable
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vegetarian
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to bid
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to haggle
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to bargain
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discount
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refund
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receipt
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to afford
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worth
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to spoil
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to indulge
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to pamper
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to treat
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to go on
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spending spree
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luxury
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necessity
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over the top
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lavish
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gourmet
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extravagant
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excessive
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extra large
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overpriced
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far-fetched
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to oversleep
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to undercook
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monotonous
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spoiled
vegetable
vegetable
noun
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a plant or a part of it that we can eat either raw or cooked

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Fresh vegetables like tomatoes, cucumbers, and lettuce make a delicious salad.
Grilled vegetable skewers are a crowd-pleasing appetizer at summer cookouts.
What is a "vegetable"?

Vegetables are plants or parts of plants that we can eat either raw or cooked. They include things like carrots, broccoli, lettuce, and potatoes. Vegetables are full of essential nutrients like vitamins, minerals, and fiber, which are important for keeping us healthy. They come in many shapes, sizes, and colors, and can be enjoyed in various dishes, from salads to soups to stir-fries.

vegetarian
vegetarian
noun
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someone who avoids eating meat

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to bid
to bid
Verb
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to offer a particular price for something, usually at an auction

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transitive
to haggle
to haggle
Verb
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l
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to negotiate, typically over the price of goods or services

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intransitive
to bargain
to bargain
Verb
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to negotiate the terms of a contract, sale, or similar arrangement for a better agreement, price, etc.

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intransitive
discount
discount
noun
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the act of reducing the usual price of something

refund
noun
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/ˈɹiˌfənd/, /ɹɪˈfənd/

an amount of money that is paid back because of returning goods to a store or one is not satisfied with the goods or services

receipt
receipt
noun
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a written or printed document that shows the payment for a set of goods or services has been made

to afford
to afford
Verb
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d

to be able to pay the cost of something

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transitive
worth
Adjective
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important or good enough to be treated or viewed in a particular way

to spoil
Verb
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to treat someone with excessive indulgence or favoritism

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transitive
to indulge
to indulge
Verb
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to allow oneself to do or have something that one enjoys, particularly something that might be bad for one

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intransitive
to pamper
Verb
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to treat someone with extra care, attention, and comfort, often with the intention of making them feel good or relaxed

to treat
to treat
Verb
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t

to deal with or behave toward someone or something in a particular way

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transitive
to go on
to go on
Verb
uk flag
/ɡoʊ ɑn/

to continue without stopping

discontinue

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intransitive
Phrasal Status
inseparable
phrase's verb
go
phrase's particle
on
spending spree
noun
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/spˈɛndɪŋ spɹˈiː/

a short period of time during which someone spends a significant amount of money, often on a variety of items or experiences

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compound noun
luxury
luxury
noun
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the characteristic of being exceptionally expensive, offering superior quality and exclusivity

necessity
noun
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the fact that something must happen or is needed

over the top
over the top
Adverb
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/ˌoʊvɚ ðə tˈɑːp/
Idiom
Informal

in a manner that is too extreme or exaggerated

What is the origin of the idiom "over the top" and when to use it?

The idiom "over the top" is thought to originate from military slang, referring to soldiers who went over the parapet or trench in a reckless or overly aggressive manner during World War I. In contemporary usage, it can refer to anything that is excessively dramatic, extravagant, or exaggerated, whether in a positive or negative context. It is commonly used in both spoken and written English to describe something that is excessive, extravagant, or exaggerated to the point of being extreme or unreasonable.

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interrogative adverb
lavish
lavish
Adjective
l
l
a
æ
v
v
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ɪ
sh
ʃ

generous in giving or expressing

gourmet
Adjective
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ou
ʊ
r
r
m
m
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(of food or drink) high quality, rare, or exotic, with an emphasis on flavor, presentation, and culinary expertise, often associated with sophisticated or refined taste

extravagant
Adjective
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costing a lot of money, more than the necessary or affordable amount

excessive
excessive
Adjective
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ɪ
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ks
c
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ɛ
ss
s
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ɪ
v
v
e

beyond what is considered normal or socially acceptable

extra large
extra large
noun
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/ˈɛkstɹə lˈɑːɹdʒ/

(of a size) larger than large, often used for clothing, packaging, or other items

What is "extra large"?

Extra Large (XL) is a size classification in clothing that typically refers to a garment that is designed to fit individuals with larger body frames. XL clothing is often used as a size category for both men and women and is typically considered to be the largest standard size in a clothing line. The exact measurements for an XL garment may vary between brands, but generally, it is designed to fit individuals with a chest size of around 42-44 inches for men and a dress size of around 16-18 for women. The purpose of the XL size is to provide comfortable and well-fitted clothing for people who may have difficulty finding clothing in smaller sizes.

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compound noun
overpriced
overpriced
Adjective
uk flag
/ˌoʊvɚˈpraɪst/

expensive in way that is not reasonable

far-fetched
Adjective
uk flag
/fˈɑːɹfˈɛtʃt/

not probable and difficult to believe

to oversleep
to oversleep
Verb
uk flag
/ˌoʊvɝˈsɫip/

to wake up later than one intended to

to undercook
to undercook
Verb
uk flag
/əndɝˈkʊk/

to cook food for less time than necessary

monotonous
monotonous
Adjective
m
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boring because of being the same thing all the time

spoiled
Adjective
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p
p
oi
ɔɪ
l
l
e
d
d

(of a person) displaying a childish behavior due to being treated very well or having been given everything they desired in the past

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