Unit 9 - 9A

to be able to pay the cost of something

If you save consistently, you may eventually afford a house.

a specific amount of money set aside for a particular use

The project has a strict budget for equipment.

to become involved in or associated with a particular situation, activity, or group

She got into the school choir and started practicing with the group.

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 negotiate, typically over the price of goods or services

I don’t like to haggle; I prefer paying the price listed.

to cause something or someone to fall to the ground

The boxer knocked down his opponent with a powerful uppercut.

a price that is too high

to spend more money than originally planned

They overspent on their vacation and had to borrow money afterward.

to take and lift something or someone up

He picked the suitcase up and walked to the taxi stand.

to tear or remove something by force

He accidentally ripped off the button from his shirt while rushing.

to compare the prices or quality of goods or services from different suppliers or stores before making a purchase

They spent the weekend shopping around for the perfect wedding venue.

to quickly seize or acquire something, especially an opportunity or item, often before others can get it

She was able to snap up the last pair of concert tickets.

to spend a lot of money on fancy or unnecessary things

After completing a challenging project, the team decided to splash out on a spa day to relax and rejuvenate.

to support someone or something

The loyal fans always back up their favorite sports team.

to look after a child until they reach maturity

The grandparents played a significant role in bringing up their grandchildren.

to become less angry, upset, or worried

After the accident, it took her a while to calm down.

to cut through something at its base in order to make it fall

The lumberjacks had to cut down the old oak tree to clear space for the new construction project.

to stop carrying something by putting it on the ground

As soon as I entered the room, I put down my umbrella.

to attribute something to a particular cause

His success can be put down to years of hard work and dedication.

to tolerate something or someone unpleasant, often without complaining

Parents often put up with the messiness of young children for the joy they bring.

to establish a fresh entity, such as a company, system, or organization

She set up a charity to support underprivileged children in the community.

to express thoughts freely and confidently

Employees need to speak up if they witness unethical behavior.

to decline an invitation, request, or offer

She turned the job offer down due to conflicting commitments.

connected to or via the Internet

My online shopping experience was convenient and hassle-free, with my purchases delivered right to my doorstep.

a building or place that sells goods or services

She visited the local shop to pick up some groceries.

an object, usually made of wicker or plastic, with a handle for carrying or keeping things

She filled the basket with fresh fruits and vegetables from the local farmers' market.

a place in a supermarket where people pay for the goods they buy

At the checkout, the cashier scanned each item with precision, ensuring an accurate total.

the act or process of taking goods, letters, etc. to whomever they have been sent

The delivery arrived earlier than expected, bringing joy to the recipient.

a distinct news piece on TV, in a newspaper, etc.

The anchor announced the top items of the day during the evening news broadcast.

an alert or message sent to inform a user about an event or activity on a social media platform or digital service

She received a notification about a new message on her phone.

to share personal opinions about a book, movie, or media to inform and provide insights into its strengths and weaknesses

She reviewed the latest novel, highlighting its compelling characters and thought-provoking themes.

a road or path that is rough and usually made by animals or people repeatedly walking there

He walked along the track until he reached the village.

a list of desired items or experiences that one would like to have or achieve, often used as a guide for future planning or goal setting

I added a new camera to my wish list for my birthday.