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4. Travel & Transport Flashcards

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Offend

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صدمه زدن، اذیت کردن، رنجاندن

To make someone upset or angry

She will be offended if she is not invited

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Criticism noun

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انتقاد نکوهش
ریشه critic منتقد

Despite criticisms, however, the railway more than paid for itself in the twentieth century

با وجود انتقادات، راه آهن در قرن بیستم بیش از هزینه خود را پرداخت کرد

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Explode

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منفجر شدن، ترکیدن گسترده کردن مشتعل شدن

The siberian economy exploded when 2.5 million poor people moved there from European

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Breathtaking

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مهیج با هیجان
Breathtaking views

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Carriage

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واگن قطار
With breathtaking views from the carriage window

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Fellow /ˈfɛl oʊ/

Fellow passengers

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Man boy person guy

شخص رفیق آدم دوست

همسفران

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Domestic /dəˈmɛs tɪk/

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Relating to home country

خانگی اهلی

Domestic passengers مسافران داخلی

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Capture the imagination

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Make somebody interested and excited

The journey has captured the imagination of travelers from far and wide

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Construction

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ساخت و ساز، ساختمان و عمارت
Building

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Convict kɒn vɪkt/

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Noun محکوم مجرم محبوس
فعل: محکوم کردن سرزنش یا متهم کردن

Prisoner

there was not enough evidence to convict him

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Conscript

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Make somebody join or take part in something

A lack of workmen meant that soldiers and convicts had to be conscripted to help

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Marvel
Noun verb

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Something very good and admirable

تعجب شگفتی حیرت معجزه
حیرت زده شدن شگفت داشتن

Even though it was considered a technological marvel at the time there were arguments about the quality of work

He marveled at how quickly technology is advancing.

It’s a marvel (to me) how they’ve managed to build the tunnel so quickly.

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Controversy

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Argument, disagreement

جدال مشاجره بحث

the new leader tried to avoid controversy

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Sabotage /ˈsæb əˌtɑʒ

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Damage or destroy
Noun verb خرابکاری ، خرابکاری کردن

Many claimed convicts had sabotaged the line

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Pay for itself

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Be worth the price or cost

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Coach

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واگن قطار

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Tram

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تراموا

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Lorry

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کامیون
Lorry driver

American: truck

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Steering wheel

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فرمان

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Chauffeur

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شوفر

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Break down

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خراب شدن ماشین

a “break down” is typically a temporary, fixable issue, while “destroy” implies permanent damage.

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Express

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سریع السیر

An express train refers to a service that makes fewer stops compared to local trains, focusing on reaching destinations faster by skipping smaller stations.

High-speed train refers to trains that are specifically designed to travel at very high speeds, typically over 250 km/h

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Sleeping car

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واگن تخت خوابدار راه اهن

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Buffet

/ˈbʌf ɪt/

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بوفه رستوران

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Conductor

/kənˈdʌk tər/

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رهبر اکستر، راهنما ، مسئول بلیط
رسانا

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Liner
Ferry
Yacht /yɒt/

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•Liner: large ship designed, scheduled long-distance travel (passengers/cargo).
•Ferry: Short-distance, frequent service (people/vehicles).
•Yacht: Private, often luxury, leisure vessel.

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Deck

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عرشه کشتی
دسته، یک دسته ورق

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Gangway

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A gangway on a ship is a passage or walkway that allows people to board or leave the ship. It is typically a movable ramp or set of stairs that connects the ship to the dock, making it easier for passengers or crew to embark and disembark.

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Steward /ˈstuː.ɚd/

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A steward on a ship is a crew member responsible for attending to the passengers’ needs, such as serving food, cleaning cabins, and ensuring comfort during the voyage. They may also assist with other hospitality tasks on board.

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Port

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لنگرگاه ، بندر، بندرگاه،

Harbor/harbour

• Harbor: A safe place where ships anchor or dock for shelter.
• Port: A place where ships load/unload goods and passengers, with facilities for trade.

Think of a harbor as providing safety, and a port as focused on business and trade.

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Cruise

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کشتی تفریحی، سفر دریایی، گشت زدن

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Aircraft

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A general term for any vehicle that can fly and operate in the air. This includes airplanes, helicopters, drones, gliders, hot air balloons, and more. It encompasses all types of flying machines.

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Jumbo jet

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A jumbo jet refers to a large, wide-body airplane designed for carrying a high number of passengers or cargo over long distances. The term is most commonly associated with the Boeing 747, which was the first jumbo jet introduced in the 1970s. Jumbo jets have two aisles, can carry several hundred passengers, and are often used for international or long-haul flights.

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Helicopter

/ˈhɛl ɪˌkɒp tər

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تلفظ

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Cockpit

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کابین خلبان

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Ground staff

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Ground staff refers to the employees who work at an airport but are not part of the flight crew. They handle various tasks related to the operation of flights, such as checking in passengers, handling luggage, guiding planes during parking, managing boarding procedures, assisting with security checks, and providing customer service. Ground staff ensure smooth operations before flights take off and after they land.

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Cabin crew

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خدمه پرواز
Cabin crew refers to the airline staff members who work onboard an aircraft to ensure the safety and comfort of passengers during the flight. Also known as flight attendants or stewards/stewardesses, their duties include demonstrating safety procedures, serving food and drinks, assisting passengers, and handling emergencies. Cabin crew are responsible for both customer service and enforcing safety regulations while in the air.

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Runway

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باند فرودگاه

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Air traffic controller

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کنارل کننده ترافیک هوایی

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Platform

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سکو قطار

The train will arrive at platform 4

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Boot
Trunk

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صندوق عقب
British
American

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Bonnet /ˈbɒn ɪt/
Hood

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British
American
کاپوت ماشین

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Business trip
Day trip
Road trip

Take a trip
Go on a trip
Have a trip

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The word “trip” is a noun that means “the act of going to another place and returning.

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Trip as a verb

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سکندری خوردن پشت پا خوردن
1. To trip (over something): This means to stumble or lose balance due to catching your foot on an obstacle.
• Example: “She tripped on the uneven pavement.”
2. To trip (someone): This can mean to cause someone to stumble intentionally.
• Example: “He tripped his friend during the race.”

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Travel

On my trip NOT On my travel

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Is a uncountable noun and verb

Travel broadens the mind

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Voyage

Voyage of Discovery

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سفر دریایی
سفر اکتشافی

Long journey usually by sea
Quite formal

Learning english is a voyage of discovery

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Put up

Travel: provide accommodation

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The airline put me up in a hotel overnight.

• To place or raise something: “He put up a shelf in the kitchen.”
• To tolerate (usually with “with”): “She can’t put up with his behavior anymore.”
• To provide accommodation: “They put me up for the night.”
• To display or present something: “They put up posters for the event.”

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Put on standby

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در حالت آماده باش قرار دادن

They put me on standby for the early morning flight the next day

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Bumpy

Bumpy landing

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پر از دست انداز، ناهموار، پر از برآمدگی

The weather was bad and we had a bumpy landing

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Airsick

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Affected with nausea due to travel in an aircraft

I don’t get airsick but I had terrible jet lag for days afterwards

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Sail

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Noun:
بادبان
سفر دریایی a trip or voyage by boat

Verb
To travel by boat using sails
To move smoothly through air or water در هوا حرکت کردن

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اگرچه

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although
though
however
albeit
howbeit

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Get seasick

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Suffering from sickness or nausea caused by the motion of a ship at sea

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Crew member

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عضو خدمه

I volunteered to work as a crewmember on board a yacht

Refers to any person who works as part of a team on a ship, airplane, or other types of vehicles. This term is broad and can include pilots, engineers, navigators, ground staff, and other operational personnel, depending on the context.
• Example: “The ship had a crew of 50 members, including engineers and navigators.”

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Ran very smoothly

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Everything ran very smoothly

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Suffer from sickness

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Everything ran very smoothly even when the sea was rough and I never suffered from sickness

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Punctually

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به موقع
On time

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Make travel arrangements

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Have you made your travel arrangements for the sales conference yet?

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Business trip
Business travel

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Business Trip (specific instance of traveling for work):

•	“She is going on a business trip to New York for a client meeting next week.”
•	“His business trip to Tokyo was successful, and he secured the deal.”
•	“I’m packing for a business trip to attend the annual conference in Berlin.”

Business Travel (general concept of traveling for work):

•	“He does a lot of business travel since his job involves meeting clients in different cities.”
•	“Frequent business travel can be exhausting, especially with tight deadlines.”
•	“The company has a policy that covers expenses for business travel, including hotels and flights.”
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Do sightseeing

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Take a day trip
Take a boat trip

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Tiring journey

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I am finally here after an extremely tiring journey

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Return journey

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He lost his wallet during the return journey from the business trip

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Overnight journey

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An overnight journey refers to traveling from one place to another during the night, usually with the expectation of reaching the destination by morning

We took an overnight journey by train to save time and reach the city by morning.

During their road trip, they decided to make an overnight journey to avoid traffic and travel in cooler weather.

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Brochure

broʊˈʃʊər

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66
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In-flight entertainment

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Turkish offers excellent in-flight entertainment with the latest films and music

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Board the plane

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سوار هواپیما شدن

After checking in, passengers were called to board the plane.

The passenger boarded the plane on time

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Take off

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The airplane’s take off was delayed due to bad weather.

It was delayed taking off

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Connecting flight

Direct fligh

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This refers to a flight that requires passengers to transfer to another flight at a different airport or terminal to reach their final destination.

We have a connecting flight in New york before heading to London

She booked a connecting flight to save money on her trip

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Domestic flight

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پرواز داخلی

Refers to a flight that takes place within the same country

The airline offers several domestic flights each day to various cities

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Charter flight vs scheduled flight

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We managed to get a charter flight. It was half the price of the scheduled flight.

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en route

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در مسیر

“En route” is a French term that means “on the way” or “in transit.” It is used to indicate that someone or something is in the process of traveling to a destination.

Examples of “en route”:

1.	“We stopped for gas while we were en route to the beach.”
2.	“The package is en route and should arrive by tomorrow.”
3.	“She sent me a text saying she was en route to the airport.”
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Smooth flight

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The weather en route is fine, and we anticipate a smooth flight to Stockholm today

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Family-run

Family-run hotel

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خانوادگی

We love dining at that family-run restaurant
We stayed in a small family-run hotel
The family-run business values customer relationships and offers personalized service

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Run-down

Run-down hotel

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کهنه فرسوده

The hotel we stayed in was quite run-down

After a long week of work, I felt completely run-down and needed a weekend to recharge.

He moved into a run-down apartment that he planned to renovate.

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Smart hotel

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A smart hotel refers to a hotel that utilizes advanced technology and automation to enhance the guest experience and improve operational efficiency. These hotels typically incorporate various smart features and systems that allow for a more personalized and convenient stay.

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Budget accommodation

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I always have to look for budget accommodation.

For travelers looking to save money, budget accommodations like hostels and motels offer affordable options.

While searching for budget accommodations, we prioritized locations with good reviews.

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Make a reservation

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I’d advise you to make a reservation before you go

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Fully booked

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  1. “The hotel was fully booked during the holiday weekend, so we had to find alternative lodging.”
    1. “Unfortunately, the concert tickets sold out quickly, and now the event is fully booked.”
    2. “I tried to get a spot on the tour, but it was fully booked by the time I called.”
    3. “Since the flights were fully booked, we decided to travel by train instead.”
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Lodging

/ˈlɒdʒ ɪŋ/

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مسکن محل سکونت اسکان
Accommodation

For budget travelers, hostels provide affordable lodging options

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Go on strike

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اعتصاب کردن

The factory workers decided to go on strike to demand fair wages

The air traffic controllers went on strike and their flight was cancelled

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Once in a blue moon

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This idiom means something that happens very rarely and infrequently
یه چیزیکه خیلی به ندرت اتفاق می افته

I usually prefer to sleep in my own bed, but I might stay overnight once in a blue moon at my friend’s house when we have a late night out.

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Cost-effective

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مقرون به صرفه

It’s not the most cost-effective way to travel

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Since then

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از آن به بعد، از آن موقع
بیشتر برای پرزنت پرفکت کاربرد داره

They launched the app in 2020, and since then, it has gained millions of users

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Wear and tear

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فرسودگی و استهلاک

refers to the damage or deterioration that naturally happens to something over time as a result of normal use.
It is used for machines, property, items

The car has some wear and tear after ten years of use

There was visible wear and tear on the old sofa

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