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Total English - Upper-intermediate - Unit 7 - Reference - Part 2

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 7 - Reference - Part 2 in the Total English Upper-Intermediate coursebook, such as "treat", "spoil", "gourmet", etc.

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Total English - Upper-intermediate
vegetable
vegetable
[noun]

a plant or a part of it that we can eat either raw or cooked

Ex: Fresh vegetables like tomatoes, cucumbers, and lettuce make a delicious salad. 
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vegetarian

someone who avoids eating meat

Ex: She became a vegetarian after learning about the environmental and ethical implications of meat consumption. 
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to bid
to bid
[Verb]

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

Ex: He decided to bid $500 for the painting at the auction. 
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to haggle
to haggle
[Verb]

to negotiate, typically over the price of goods or services

Ex: I don’t like to haggle; I prefer paying the price listed. 
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to bargain

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

Ex: The customers decided to bargain with the vendor to get a better price for the antique furniture. 
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discount
discount
[noun]

the act of reducing the usual price of something

Ex: The store announced a discount on all electronics for the weekend. 
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refund
refund
[noun]

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

Ex: She received a full refund after returning the defective shoes. 
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receipt
receipt
[noun]

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

Ex: I couldn't read the faded print on the receipt. 
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to afford
to afford
[Verb]

to be able to pay the cost of something

Ex: If you save consistently, you may eventually afford a house. 
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worth
worth
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The rare book collection is considered worth preserving for future generations. 
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to spoil
to spoil
[Verb]

to treat someone with excessive indulgence or favoritism

Ex: She spoiled her children by giving them whatever they wanted without question. 
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to indulge

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

Ex: She decided to indulge in a piece of chocolate cake as a treat. 
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to pamper
to pamper
[Verb]

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

Ex: She decided to pamper herself with a relaxing spa day after a long week at work. 
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to treat
to treat
[Verb]

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

Ex: Always treat animals with care and compassion. 
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to go on
to go on
[Verb]

to continue without stopping

Ex: The marathon runners were determined to go on despite the rain. 
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spending spree

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

Ex: After receiving his bonus, he went on a spending spree. 
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luxury
luxury
[noun]

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

Ex: The luxury of the hotel's amenities was evident in its opulent decor and exceptional service. 
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necessity
necessity
[noun]

the fact that something must happen or is needed

Ex: In many jobs, having a reliable internet connection is a necessity for performing daily tasks effectively. 
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over the top
over the top
[Adverb]

in a manner that is too extreme or exaggerated

Ex: The decorations were beautiful, but a little over the top. 
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lavish
lavish
[Adjective]

generous in giving or expressing

Ex: The team received lavish praise for their outstanding performance. 
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gourmet
gourmet
[Adjective]

(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

Ex: She prepared a gourmet meal for the special occasion. 
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extravagant
extravagant
[Adjective]

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

Ex: She threw an extravagant birthday party with live music and gourmet catering. 
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excessive
excessive
[Adjective]

beyond what is considered normal or socially acceptable

Ex: The amount of sugar in the cake was excessive, making it overly sweet. 
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extra large

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

Ex: He ordered an extra large coffee to start his day. 
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overpriced
overpriced
[Adjective]

expensive in way that is not reasonable

Ex: The restaurant’s menu is full of overpriced dishes. 
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far-fetched
far-fetched
[Adjective]

not probable and difficult to believe

Ex: His explanation for being late was so far-fetched that no one believed him. 
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to oversleep

to wake up later than one intended to

Ex: Many people tend to oversleep on weekends after a busy week. 
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to undercook

to cook food for less time than necessary

Ex: He accidentally undercooked the chicken, so it had to go back in the oven. 
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monotonous
monotonous
[Adjective]

boring because of being the same thing all the time

Ex: The endless hours of data entry made her workday feel monotonous and never-ending. 
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spoiled
spoiled
[Adjective]

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

Ex: Because she always got everything she wanted, she became a spoiled child who couldn't handle disappointment. 
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