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Vocabulary Flashcards

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A plan that lists the times and dates when tasks or events are planned to happen

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Schedule

n.

I need to check my schedule to see if I’m free for lunch tomorrow.

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Having made a firm decision and being resolved not to change it

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Determined

adj.

She was determined to finish the marathon despite the pain in her legs.

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Solid or strong in structure; not easily moved or changed

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Firm

adj.

His decision was firm, and no amount of persuasion could change his mind.
She gave a firm handshake, showing confidence.

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A person who tends to be more reserved, enjoys solitary activities, and often feels drained after social interactions

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Introvert

n.

As an introvert, she prefers reading a book at home rather than attending large parties.

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A small amount of food eaten between meals

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Snack

n.

She grabbed a quick snack of fruit and nuts before heading to her next class.

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A building that has more than one floor or level

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Multi-story building

n.

The city skyline is dominated by multi-story buildings housing offices and apartments.

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Having a lot of space; roomy and large

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Spacious

adj.

The living room in their new house is spacious enough to accommodate a large family gathering.

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To provide a view of from above; to have a view over

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Overlook

v.

Their hotel room overlooked the ocean, providing a stunning view of the sunrise.

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A family member who is not closely related in terms of distance in the family tree

Such as a cousin or an uncle/aunt

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Distant relative

n.

She met a distant relative at the family reunion whom she hadn’t seen in years.

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Thoughtful of the feelings and needs of others; kind and attentive

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Considerate

adj.

He is always considerate of his colleagues, making sure to listen to their concerns and help when he can.

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Related to activities done for enjoyment, relaxation, or leisure

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Recreational

adj.

They spent the weekend enjoying various recreational activities like hiking and fishing.

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A widely held but oversimplified and generalized belief or idea about a particular group of people or things

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Stereotype

n.

One stereotype about Shiraz is that all its residents are laid-back and spend most of their time relaxing!

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The daughter of one’s brother or sister

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Niece

n.

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The son of one’s brother or sister

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Nephew

n.

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A family that includes relatives beyond the immediate family, such as grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins

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Extended family

n.

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A person’s closest family members, including parents, siblings, spouse, and children

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Immediate family

n.

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A boat or ship used to transport passengers, vehicles, and goods across water, especially on regular routes

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Ferry

n.

They took the ferry across the bay to visit the nearby islands.

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The floor-like surface of a ship or boat

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Deck

n.

The passengers enjoyed the view from the ship’s deck.

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A flat, usually roofless platform adjoining a house

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Deck

n.

They often have barbecues on their spacious deck.

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A set of cards used for playing games

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Deck

n.

They played a game of cards on the deck after dinner.

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An activity that someone does regularly for enjoyment during their free time; a hobby

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Pastime

n.

Reading has always been her favorite pastime, especially on lazy Sunday afternoons.

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The ability to sustain prolonged physical or mental effort

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Stamina

n.

Marathon runners need exceptional stamina to complete a race of 26.2 miles.

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Introducing or using new ideas, methods, or inventions; creative and forward-thinking

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Innovative

adj.

The company is known for its innovative approach to product design, always pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.

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Extremely hot, often to the point of discomfort or being unbearable

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Boiling hot

adj.

The weather in the desert was boiling hot, reaching over 100 degrees Fahrenheit during the day.

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Warm, humid, and damp, often with a sticky or uncomfortable feeling in the air

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Muggy

adj.

The air is muggy in Kish Island in summer days, making it hard to breathe comfortably.

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To react with extreme fear, anger, or anxiety; to lose control emotionally

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Freak out

v.

She freaked out when she realized she had left her passport at home just before the flight.

27
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School systems in the US

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Elementary school
Junior high school
High school

n.

28
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School systems in the Britain

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Primary school
Secondary school

n.

29
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A level of study in school, usually representing a year of education

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Grade

n.

30
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Demanding precise adherence to rules or regulations; not lenient

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Strict

adj.

The teacher is known for being strict about homework deadlines.

31
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Showing tolerance or permissiveness; not strict

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Lenient

adj.

The coach was lenient with the team’s practice schedule during exam week.

32
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A break or period of free time, especially in schools, during which students can play or relax

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Recess

n.

The children eagerly ran outside for recess to play on the playground.

33
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Spending a lot of time studying or reading; showing great care or attention to detail

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Studious

adj.

She is a very studious student, always dedicating extra hours to her schoolwork.

34
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Nonsense; foolish talk

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Malarkey

n.

He dismissed the rumor as complete malarkey and didn’t give it another thought.

35
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To improve the quality, value, or extent of something

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Enhance

v.

Adding fresh herbs can enhance the flavor of a dish.

36
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Being aware of and deliberate about something. Also, aware of and responding to one’s surroundings; awake

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Conscious

adj.

She was conscious of the time and hurried to finish her assignment before the deadline.

37
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Done consciously and intentionally

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Deliberate

adj. / v.

His decision to leave the company was deliberate and well thought out.

38
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Done on purpose; deliberate

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Intentional

adj.

Her actions were intentional, meant to help her team win the game.

39
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Attractive or interesting

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Appealing

adj.

The new design of the website is very appealing to users.

40
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A person who purchases goods and services for personal use

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Consumer

n.

The company conducted a survey to understand the preferences of the average consumer.

41
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A danger or risk

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Hazard

n.

The wet floor posed a significant hazard to anyone walking through the hallway.

42
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A combination of words that frequently occur together in a language, often forming a natural phrase or expression

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Collocation

n.

“Strong coffee” and “heavy rain” are common collocations in English.

43
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To run at a steady, gentle pace, especially for exercise or physical fitness

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Jog

v.

He likes to jog in the park every morning before work to stay fit.

44
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The form or structure of a person’s body

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Physique

n.

He has a muscular physique from years of weightlifting and exercise.

45
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Extremely overweight, typically characterized by excessive accumulation of body fat

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Obese

adj.

The doctor recommended a diet and exercise plan to help him lose weight as he was clinically obese.

46
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Going beyond what is necessary, normal, or desirable; too much

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Excessive

adj.

She was criticized for her excessive spending on luxury items.

47
Q

The act or process of gathering or collecting something, especially gradually or in large amounts

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Accumulation

n.

The accumulation of dust on the shelves indicated that they hadn’t been cleaned in a while.

48
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To review, alter, and amend, especially written material; to make changes to improve or update.

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Revise

v.

She had to revise her essay several times before submitting it to the teacher.

49
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A high degree of skill or expertise in a particular area or field

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Proficiency

n.

Her proficiency in multiple languages makes her a valuable asset to the international company.

50
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A thing that is required as a prior condition for something else to happen or exist

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Prerequisite

n.

Passing the entrance exam is a prerequisite for admission to the university.

51
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Standardized text or language that can be used repeatedly, often in legal documents, contracts, or software

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Boilerplate

n.

In software development, boilerplate code refers to sections of code that have to be included in many places with little or no alteration. For example, setting up basic configurations or initializing variables can often be boilerplate code that is reused across different parts of a program or across different projects.

52
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Performed or occurring as a result of a sudden inner impulse or inclination and without premeditation or external stimulus

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Spontaneous

adj.

His spontaneous decision to take a road trip led to one of the most memorable adventures of his life.

53
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The state of having, owning, or controlling something

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Possession

n.

He was found in possession of stolen goods and was arrested by the police.

54
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Having or expressing tender emotions and feelings, often in an exaggerated or self-indulgent way

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Sentimental

adj.

She kept all her old letters for sentimental reasons, as they reminded her of her childhood.

55
Q

A sequence of words or sounds, typically alliterative, that is difficult to pronounce quickly and correctly

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Tongue Twister

n.

“She sells seashells by the seashore” is a famous tongue twister.

56
Q

Causing harm or damage

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Detrimental

adj,

Smoking is detrimental to your health.

57
Q

A way of life that involves little physical activity and a lot of sitting

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Sedentary Lifestyle

n. phrase

A sedentary lifestyle can lead to various health issues, including obesity and heart disease.

58
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Conditions or practices conducive to maintaining health and preventing disease, especially through cleanliness

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Hygiene

n.

Good personal hygiene, such as regular hand washing, is essential to prevent the spread of illnesses.

59
Q

Quick, energetic, and active

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Brisk

adj

They went for a brisk walk in the park to enjoy the fresh air.

60
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Sufficient for a specific requirement; satisfactory or acceptable in quality or quantity

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Adequate

adj.

The accommodations were adequate for our needs, providing everything necessary for a comfortable stay.

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