Unit 11 Lesson A

having actual existence and not imaginary

The real world is often different from dreams and fantasies.

the person that you are married to or having a romantic relationship with

Emily and her partner are planning a romantic getaway for their anniversary.

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

He accepted the responsibility of caring for the dog.

to present or propose something to someone

She kindly offered her assistance to anyone in need.

the work that we do regularly to earn money

He enjoys his job because it allows him to be creative.

to formally request something, such as a place at a university, a job, etc.

Students often apply to multiple universities to increase their chances of acceptance.

to arrange something, such as text or data, in a specific structure or layout

The graphic designer formatted the report, ensuring consistency in font styles and page layout for a professional look.

to continue again after an interruption

After the lunch break, they resumed the meeting.

to ask someone questions to see whether they are qualified for a course of study, job, etc.

The admissions committee will interview each candidate to determine their qualifications for the program.

to create a number of copies of a newspaper, magazine, book, etc.

The publishing company prints thousands of books each month.

a system that is used to send and receive messages or documents via a network

He signed up for the newsletter and receives updates via email.

to read and correct the mistakes of a written or printed text

Before submitting her essay, she asked her friend to proofread it for any typos or grammatical errors.

a mention or citation of something, often to provide context or support for an idea

The article included several references to previous studies on the topic.

a careful and systematic study of a subject to discover new facts or information about it

Mark spent hours in the library doing research for his history paper.

to have a person, letter, or package physically delivered from one location to another, specifically by mail

I need to send this important document to the head office by express mail.

to observe and pay attention to something

As she walked through the garden, she noted the vibrant colors of the flowers.

to change words into another language

She can effortlessly translate English texts into Spanish, showcasing her proficiency in both languages.

a written or printed message that is sent to someone or an organization, company, etc.

I received a thank-you letter from the charity I donated to.

the additional money we give someone such as a waiter, driver, etc. to thank them for the services they have given us

The hotel porter received a tip for carrying the luggage to the guests' room.

a person or company who finds and attracts suitable candidates for available jobs on behalf of an employer

to believe that someone is sincere, reliable, or competent

She regularly trusts her colleagues to complete tasks efficiently.

bringing enjoyment and happiness

Reading a good book on a rainy day is one of life's pleasant experiences.

to spend money or resources with the intention of gaining a future advantage or return

Investors often invest in real estate to diversify their portfolios.

the grade, level, or standard of something's excellence measured against other things

The quality of the product exceeded their expectations, making it a top choice among consumers.

to receive or come to have something

He got an unexpected bonus at work.

to hold or own something

I have a collection of antique coins that I inherited from my grandfather.

the fact of reaching what one tried for or desired

His hard work and determination finally led to the success he had been striving for.

to make a person or thing ready for doing something

He prepares his outfit the night before to save time in the morning.