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Public Transportation Vocabulary - Train

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Public Transportation Vocabulary
electric train

a train powered by electricity instead of fuel like diesel or coal

Ex: The electric train arrived at the station on time. 
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high-speed train

a train that travels much faster than normal trains, often over 250 km/h

Ex: The high-speed train got us to the city in under two hours. 
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to go
to go
[Verb]

to travel or move in a specific manner or direction

Ex: The train was going too slowly, causing delays for the passengers. 
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up to
up to
[preposition]

indicating that the quantity or count mentioned does not exceed a specified value

Ex: The restaurant can accommodate up to 5 people at each table. 
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to connect

to join two or more things together

Ex: The electrician will connect the wires to establish the electrical circuit. 
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freight train

a train that transports goods, not people

Ex: The freight train rumbled through the countryside, carrying containers of manufactured goods to distribution centers. 
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product
product
[noun]

something that is created or grown for sale

Ex: The bakery's best-selling product is its freshly baked bread. 
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ride
ride
[noun]

a journey on a horse, bicycle, automobile, or machine

Ex: She enjoyed a peaceful ride through the countryside on her horse, savoring the fresh air and scenic views. 
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Russia
Russia
[noun]

a country located in Eastern Europe and Northern Asia

Ex: Russia is the largest country in the world, spanning across eleven time zones and a diverse range of climates. 
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to take
to take
[Verb]

to need a specific amount of time to do something or for something to be done or happen

Ex: Learning a new language can take several months of consistent practice. 
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train
train
[noun]

a series of connected carriages that travel on a railroad, often pulled by a locomotive

Ex: I always enjoy listening to music while traveling on the train. 
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public transportation

the system of vehicles, such as buses, trains, etc. that are available to everyone and provided by the government or companies

Ex: He fell asleep on the public transportation and missed his stop. 
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to run
to run
[Verb]

(of a train) to travel along a track on wheels, carrying passengers or goods

Ex: The train runs through the countryside every morning, stopping at several stations along the way. 
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track
track
[noun]

a pair of metal bars that trains use to move

Ex: Tracks are essential for guiding trains along their journey, ensuring they stay on course from start to finish. 
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to carry
to carry
[Verb]

to hold someone or something and take them from one place to another

Ex: She used a backpack to carry her books to school. 
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interesting
interesting
[Adjective]

catching and keeping our attention because of being unusual, exciting, etc.

Ex: I read an interesting article about space exploration in the newspaper. 
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engine
engine
[noun]

the part of a vehicle that uses a particular fuel to make the vehicle move

Ex: The mechanic repaired the engine of the car, which had been making strange noises. 
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coal
coal
[noun]

a type of fossil fuel, which is black and found in the ground, typically used as a source of energy

Ex: Coal has been a crucial source of energy for centuries, playing a significant role in powering industries and generating electricity worldwide. 
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stuff
stuff
[noun]

things that we cannot or do not need to name when we are talking about them

Ex: She packed all her stuff into boxes before moving to her new apartment. 
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mine
mine
[noun]

a deep hole or large tunnel in the ground where workers dig for salt, gold, coal, etc.

Ex: The diamond mine in Africa was known for its rare gemstones. 
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factory
factory
[noun]

a building or set of buildings in which products are made, particularly using machines

Ex: The automobile factory produces thousands of cars each month. 
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steam train

a type of train powered by steam engine that uses steam pressure to move

Ex: The old steam train whistled as it left the station. 
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locomotive

a powered railroad vehicle that pulls a train along

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load
load
[noun]

something heavy that is carried or transported

Ex: The donkey was tired from carrying such a heavy load. 
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passenger train

a train designed to carry people instead of goods

Ex: The passenger train stopped at every town along the way. 
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England
England
[noun]

the largest country in the United Kingdom, located in Western Europe

Ex: England is famous for its historic sites, including Stonehenge and the Tower of London. 
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