Unit 9 - 9B

reports on recent events that are broadcast or published

The morning news provided updates on the latest developments in the election.

(of a plan or action) to succeed and have good results

All those hours of studying really paid off during the exam.

an amount of money or a favor that is owed

After years of diligent saving, he finally managed to pay off his student debt.

to participate in something, such as an event or activity

He was excited to take part in the debate competition and showcase his public speaking skills.

a display of support for or protest against something or someone by a march or public meeting

The demonstration against the new government policy drew thousands of participants to the city center.

a large building where sick or injured people receive medical treatment and care

I visited my friend at the hospital and brought her some flowers.

to produce a newspaper, book, etc. for the public to purchase

The company published a new novel last month.

to cover or give the details of an event in written or spoken form as a journalist on TV, etc.

Journalists regularly report on breaking news stories to keep the public informed.

to show disagreement by taking action or expressing it verbally, particularly in public

Employees decided to protest the unfair working conditions by organizing a strike.

to complete a task or project before a specific time or date that has been agreed upon or set as a requirement

She worked late to meet the deadline for the report.

to be the first person who finds something or someplace that others did not know about

By the time we got there, they had already discovered the ancient ruins.

recently invented, made, etc.

The new software update includes several innovative features not seen before.

to say yes to what is asked of you or offered to you

He accepted the responsibility of caring for the dog.

to refuse to accept a proposal, idea, person, etc.

He rejected the first draft of the report, asking for major revisions.

to present or propose something to someone

She kindly offered her assistance to anyone in need.

(of a group of employees) to refuse to work as a form of protest or to demand changes to their working conditions, pay, or other employment-related issues

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

to cancel what has been planned

We might need to call off the picnic if it keeps raining.