Unit 10 - Reference

to make a person or thing different

Online shopping has changed the way people shop for goods and services.

the work that we do regularly to earn money

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

to start loving someone deeply

They met at a coffee shop and quickly fell in love.

to receive or come to have something

He got an unexpected bonus at work.

to be of the right size or shape for someone

Can you try on these shoes to see if they fit?

to legally become someone's wife or husband

After a long courtship, they decided to get married in a beautiful outdoor ceremony.

an educational institution at the highest level, where we can study for a degree or do research

I will graduate from university next year with a degree in psychology.

to finish a university, college, etc. study course successfully and receive a diploma or degree

She graduated with honors from the university.

to become knowledgeable or skilled in something by doing it, studying, or being taught

He learned valuable negotiation skills by watching experienced negotiators in action

to control the movement and the speed of a car, bus, truck, etc. when it is moving

You should drive with both hands on the steering wheel.

to go away from somewhere

She left her friends at the party without any goodbye.

to come together as previously scheduled for social interaction or a prearranged purpose

We will meet at the coffee shop for a chat tomorrow.

different or better than what is normal

That song holds a special place in her heart.

to stop engaging in an activity permanently

The company plans to quit using single-use plastics to reduce environmental impact.

to leave your job and stop working, usually on reaching a certain age

After working for 30 years, she finally retired.

used for showing that someone or something belongs to or is connected with a particular person or thing

Each plant has its own pot in the garden.

a strong feeling such as love, anger, etc.

He struggled to control his emotions and maintain a calm demeanor.

feeling very annoyed because of something that we do not like

I get angry when people lie to me.

to do something that causes a person become uninterested, tired, or impatient

The long lecture bored the students.

to make someone feel extremely sad or discouraged, often as a result of challenging situations, such as loss

The constant rain seemed to depress him even more.

to make a person feel interested or happy, particularly about something that will happen soon

The news of the upcoming concert excited music fans all over the city.

emotionally feeling good or glad

He was happy when he got the job he had been hoping for.

worried and anxious about something or slightly afraid of it

She was nervous about traveling alone for the first time, feeling uneasy about navigating unfamiliar places.

to suddenly make a person or animal to feel afraid

The loud thunder scared the dog, causing it to hide under the bed.

a circular rubber object that covers the wheel of a vehicle

She noticed the tread on her tires was worn down and decided it was time for a replacement.

feeling disturbed or distressed due to a negative event

She was upset after hearing the bad news.

the quality of being attractive or pleasing, particularly to the eye

The beauty of the sunset left everyone in awe.

a food prepared from roasted, ground cacao beans

The cake was adorned with chocolate shavings, making it irresistible to chocolate lovers.

a device used to measure and show time

I enjoy watching the hands of the clock move as time goes by.

a container that is used for drinks and is made of glass

Sarah enjoyed her milkshake in a thick glass with a straw.

a border that surrounds a picture, mirror, etc.

The antique frame around the painting added a touch of elegance to the artwork.

a living thing that grows in ground or water, usually has leaves, stems, flowers, etc.

The gardener watered the plant every morning.

a flat, typically round dish that we eat from or serve food on

He served the salad on a large ceramic plate.

a round, deep container with an open top, used for holding food or liquid

She filled the bowl with fresh fruit for breakfast.

a piece of paper or card that shows you can do or get something, like ride on a bus or attend an event

He lost his ticket and had to get a new one at the ticket counter.

something made for kids to play with, such as dolls, action figures, etc.

He had a collection of toys and loved pretending they were alive.

a container used as a decoration or used for putting cut flowers in

The elegant crystal vase displayed a stunning arrangement of freshly cut flowers on the dining room table.

a digital code or a printed piece of paper that can be used instead of money when making a purchase or used to receive a discount

She received a gift voucher for her favorite restaurant as a birthday present.

objects such as necklaces, bracelets or rings, typically made from precious metals such as gold and silver, that we wear as decoration

He bought a lovely piece of jewelry for his mother's birthday.