Unit 9 - Vocabulary

a play that is performed in a theater, on TV, or radio

He listens to a popular radio drama during his morning commute.

to stop engaging in an activity permanently

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

in or to the direction behind us

He stepped back to give his friend more room to dance.

to offer a particular price for something, usually at an auction

He decided to bid $500 for the painting at the auction.

to violently damage or destroy something using explosives

The demolition crew blasted the old building to make way for the new construction.

a strong, bright flame or fire

The firefighters struggled to control the raging blaze.

a tool with a long wooden handle attached to a heavy steel or iron blade, primarily used for chopping wood and cutting down trees

He used an ax to chop firewood for the winter.

to be different from each other, resulting in incompatibility or disagreement

Their personalities clash, as they have opposing views on almost every topic.

to help or support others in doing something

The organization aids communities affected by natural disasters.

to strike someone or something with force using one's hand or an object

I accidentally hit my thumb with the hammer.

a specially shaped piece of metal used for locking or unlocking a door, starting a car, etc.

She reached into her purse to retrieve the key to the front door.

(law) a formal statement made by someone confirming or denying their accusation

The defendant entered a plea of not guilty to the charges.