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backpacker n.

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travelers so called because they carry big backpacks

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When I was in China I met this backpacker named Ben who had been traveling the world for two years.

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frugal adj.

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thrifty, careful with money

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We've been over budget three months in a row. We need to be more frugal.

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budget n.

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plan for how money will be spent; limit on how much money can be spent

Example

I have a budget for my new TV. I can't spend more than $400.

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sketched out expr.

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scared; unsafe

Example

I didn't trust the salesman. He sketched me out, so I left the store.

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luck out expr.

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to be fortunate, to experience something lucky

Example

I was late getting to the bus stop, but I lucked out because the bus was late too.

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couch surfing v.

Definition

sleeping on friends' couches

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I'm moving out today and I don't have a new place, so I'm just going to couch surf until I find one.

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hook up v.

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arrange, get something helpful

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I work at a hotel, so I can always hook up rooms for my friends.

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communal adj.

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with other people, all together

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In the gym there is a communal shower where everyone showers off together.

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bunk bed n.

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a piece of furniture with one bed suspended above another

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When we were younger, my brothers and I shared a room and slept in bunk beds.

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takes you back expr.

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makes you remember, reminds you of

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Eating this food takes me back to the time I spent in Mexico.

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phone book n.

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a directory of phone numbers for people and businesses in a specific city or region

Example

Can you hand me the phone book? I need to find the number for an Italian restaurant!

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volunteering v.

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offering your time and effort withoug asking for (or receiving) payment

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Volunteering makes you feel good because you are helping people.

Max was volunteering for the Red Cross when he gave blood last week.

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community college n.

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a 2-year government-supported college that offers an associates degree but that also serves as a resource for the community

Example

I am taking a computer class at the local community college next Fall.

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course catalog n.

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school information and a list of all classes available at a college or institution

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I want to take a pottery class this spring! I need to check my school's catalog to be sure that I can fit the class in my schedule.

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new perspective expr.

Definition

different viewpoint; a new way of thinking about something

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Becoming a mother gave Carla new perspective on her relationship with her parents.

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enrich v.

Definition

improve; to make better than before

Example

Studying art will enrich your experience of museums.

Studying art will enrich your experience in museums.

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take part in v.

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join; to be a part of

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Although I am new to the area, I want to take part in as many activities as I can!

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way back expr.

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a long time ago

Example

I've known Carla since way back.

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support v.

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help and encourage

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Kylie supports me and my ideas, even though she doesn't always agree with me.

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psychic connection n.

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deep understanding; understanding each other without speaking

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Mary and Ed are so close, it's like they share a psychic connection.

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bond v.

Definition

form an attachment to another person

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My brother and I bond over our love of video games.

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identical twins n.

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twins that share the same genes and look alike

Example

Tristan and Devon are identical twins, but their personalities are surprisingly different.

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play a trick expr.

Definition

perform a practical joke

Example

I like to play tricks on my little sister, but it makes her really mad.

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factor n.

Definition

element, one of many parts, important part of something

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The most important factor in this whole situation is whether or not you love her. If you do, you two should be together, no matter what.

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grow up expr.

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get older

Example

I did a lot of growing up in college. I'm much more mature now.

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siblings n.

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brothers and sisters

Example

It's nice to have my siblings home for the holidays.

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fraternal adj.

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non-identical (twins)

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Kerry and Kyle are fraternal twins, not identical.

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the holiday spirit expr.

Definition

the feeling of the holidays; good feelings about the holidays

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Shopping for Christmas gifts really puts me in the holiday spirit.

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stockings n.

Definition

socks hung from the fireplace that are filled with presents on Christmas morning

Example

I wonder what happened to my childhood stockings. I'd like to use them for my children.

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commercialism n.

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when something is just concerned with making money

Example

Music on the major labels is really just about commercialism. You have to find smaller bands to find good art.

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commercial adj.

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only concerned with money

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Valentine's Day is a very commercial holiday. It seems like it was only invented so chocolate and flower companies could make more money.

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let down expr.

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disappointed

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I was let down when I heard that the concert had been postponed.

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blue adj.

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depressed, down, sad

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The rain always makes me feel blue, but sunshine makes me happy.

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eggnog n.

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a sweet, creamy drink made with egg that often has alcohol in it

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I like to add alcohol to my eggnog on Christmas Eve.

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build up n.

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growing excitement; anticipation

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There has been a big build up over the new Disney theme park, but I don't think I will go.

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menorah n.

Definition

Jewish candle holder used at Hanukkah

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My father let me light the menorah for Hanukkah this year.

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sucker n.

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gullible person, easily taken in

Example

I'm such a sucker for romantic movies. I watch them all, even the bad ones.

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rush order expr.

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an order that requires a faster than usual delivery

Example

Can I place a rush order on my new computer? My old one no longer works!

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pretty quick expr.

Definition

very soon; right away; in the near future

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If we are going to have a meeting, it is going to have to happen pretty quick! I have to leave soon!

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bouillabaisse n.

Definition

a highly seasoned fish stew made with at least two kinds of fish

Example

I refuse to eat bouillabaisse. I don't like the smell!

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dijonaise n.

Definition

a salad dressing made with a combination of herbs, dijon mustard and mayonnaise

Example

I hate the taste of mustard, but I love dijonaise dressing!

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dressing n.

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a shortened version of the term, "salad dressing," or the mixture that is used to dress salad

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This salad is delicious! What kind of dressing did you use?

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filling adj.

Definition

hearty food that quickly eliminates hunger

Example

This bread is very filling! I only ate one piece, but I am no longer hungry.

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fill me up expr.

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to eat enough food so that you are no longer hungry

Example

I ate a huge bowl of pasta, but it wasn't enough to fill me up!

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specials n.

Definition

promotional offers for a lower price that are only available for a short period of time.

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There was a special at Macy's last week, and I bought a great shirt for half price!

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familiarize v.

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to make familiar with; to become aquainted with

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Jim wanted to familiarize himself with the legends of ancient Greece.

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promptly adv.

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quickly, at once, right away

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I stepped out onto the ice in my new skates and promptly fell down.

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the brake n.

Definition

mechanism to slow or stop a vehicle

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Don't hit the brake too hard or we'll lose the cargo in the back.

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standard transmission n.

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manual; a car you have to shift when you go faster or slower

Example

Oh, your car is a standard transmission? I can't drive it after all. I only know how to drive automatics.

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throttle n.

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mechanism that releases fuel to an engine

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We've got to catch up! Full throttle!

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serenity n.

Definition

calmness, tranquility

Example

It had been a very stressful week, so he went to the mountains for some serenity.

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insurance n.

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a service you pay for that provides financial protection from expenses

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I don't have insurance, so it is very expensive for me to go to the doctor.

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old-fashioned adj.

Definition

not modern; resembling another time

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The old fashioned TV had knobs on it to change the channel instead of a remote.

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insured adj.

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covered by insurance; paid for by the insurance company if stolen

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She wasn't insured so she had to pay for the operation herself.

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shift v.

Definition

change gears in a vehicle

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This car has a manual transmission so you have to shift when you slow down or speed up.

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foot brake n.

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a brake you push with your foot instead of pull with your hand

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The foot brake is for emergencies, so use the hand brake when you want to stop normally.

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clutch n.

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mechanism that allows you to shift gears in a vehicle

Example

You'll need to downshift for this hill, so put in the clutch and change gears.

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work out v.

Definition

be successful; have a good conclusion

Example

We tried dating for a few months but it didn't work out.

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stick together expr.

Definition

stay together even when times are hard

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My husband and I have been fighting a lot lately, but we both want to stick together for the kids.

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high school senior n.

Definition

someone in their last year of high school

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My sister is a high school senior and she can't wait to go college.

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prom n.

Definition

special dance party that happens in high school

Example

I didn't go to my high school prom because I can't dance and I couldn't find a date.

I don't know who I should ask to the prom. I really like Karen, but I don't think she wants to go with me.

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cliche adj.

Definition

stereotypical; expected

Example

A poor, starving artist is so cliche. Aren't there any successful painters out there?

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puppy love expr.

Definition

innocent, sweet love; love you feel when you're very young

Example

My sister is having her first experience of puppy love right now. It's so adorable, but I hope she doesn't get her heart broken!

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stay in touch expr.

Definition

keep in contact, continue to communicate

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I think we should stay in touch while I'm gone. I'd like to know what's going on with you.

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real deal expr.

Definition

the most authentic, important, or best version

Example

I've had good chocolate before, but this is the real deal! I've never tasted anything so delicious.

The Godfather is the real deal when it comes to mob movies. All the others are just bad imitations.

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chalk it up expr.

Definition

record, credit; as a result of

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Nigel won the race. Chalk it up to his long legs!

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hindsight n.

Definition

the understanding you have of a situation after it's over

Example

At the time, I thought Jessica really loved me, but in hindsight, I can see that she was only using me.

In hindsight, I shouldn' have gone to the party, since I didn't have any fun there.

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focus v.

Definition

give attention to, concentrate effort on

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I always focus on what's most important. I don't pay attention to the meaningless stuff.

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dedicated v.

Definition

committed, devoted

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ESPN is a TV channel that's dedicated to sports. They show sports all day.

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Prioritize v.

Definition

choose what's most important, make some things more important than others

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Prioritize all the things you have to do. It's not hard. Just think about which is most important, and put it at the top of the list.

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waste of time expr.

Definition

time spent without purpose, time spend without accomplishing anything

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Some magazines are a total waste of time, but I read them anyway. I don't know why I can't stop.

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Eliminate v.

Definition

get rid of, remove, eradicate

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I think we can eliminate Russia from the countries we're going to visit. It's too far from France and Spain.

Eliminate all of your problems - it's easy. Just take control of your life!

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balance n.

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even distribution, equal amount of things, pleasing amount of each

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I spend a lot of time at work, so I try to balance my life by spending lots of time with my family.

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recreation n.

Definition

thing done to have fun and relax, activity that's fun and entertaining

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Recreation is very important to me because I work very hard. I need to have fun in order to balance my life.

My favorite kind of recreation is to play sports and games.

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Spiritual adj.

Definition

related to the spirit, related to religion

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Spiritual activities are very important to me. I meditate and pray every day.

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attitude n.

Definition

state of mind; the way someone feels and acts

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My friend is a good basketball player, but he has a bad attitude.

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trick n.

Definition

a piece of information that can help make a procedure easier, helpful information

Example

There's a trick to opening the door. Push down on the knob as you turn it.

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tip n.

Definition

a piece of advice or information, a small suggestion, a helpful bit of information

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Let me give you a tip on dealing with women: LISTEN!!!

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fresh start expr.

Definition

chance to start over, chance to do things right from the beginning

Example

Now that I'm in college, I have a fresh start and I can make all new friends. I'm really excited about meeting new people who don't know me at all.

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handlebars n.

Definition

part of a bike you hold onto when you ride

Example

I need to raise the handlebars of my bike so I can reach them better.

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boss around v.

Definition

give orders to, tell what to do

Example

My roommate is always trying to boss me around and make me do things his way and I don't like it!

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spokes n.

Definition

metal rods that support a wheel

Example

A stick got stuck in the spokes of my bicycle wheel and I fell off.

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sibling rivalry n.

Definition

jealousy and competition between siblings

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My brother and I had terrible sibling rivalry. We were always competing for our parents' attention.

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only child n.

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a child without siblings; a kid with no brothers or sisters

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I was an only child, but I hung out with my cousins a lot. They were like my brothers and sisters.

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get along v.

Definition

work well together; be friendly with one another

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I would rather not drive in his car to the party because we don't get along.

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hold a grudge expr.

Definition

continue to be angry or resentful

Example

I still hold a grudge against my sister for the time she ruined my favorite shirt.

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out-do v.

Definition

do more or better than someone else

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I always out-do all my classmates on exams.

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miss out v.

Definition

not able to do something

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I hate to miss out on the party, but I will be on vacation.

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playmate n.

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someone whom you play with as a child

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I didn't have many playmates as a child. I was very lonely.

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just in case expr.

Definition

as a precaution; should this happen; in the event that;

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I brought a sweater to the beach, just in case it is cold.

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grab v.

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to take a hold of, to pick up, to hastily take

Example

While John was on his way to the dressing room to try on some pants, he grabbed some shirts to try on also.

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flare n.

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a place or part that spreads outward. In this case at the bottom of a pants leg, the material spreads outward.

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In my opinion, long pants that have flares are more stylish than capri pants.

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inseam n.

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the seam on the inside of the leg of a pair of pants

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Cory always has to buy pants with an extra long inseam because his legs are so long!

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ultra adj.

Definition

extreme, going beyond the normal limit, exceeding expectation or neccessity.

Example

Brittney Spears is ultra popular with teenagers today.

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rides v.

Definition

In this case, the verb means "hangs" and refers to where on the body the clothing moves.

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Penelope likes pants that ride low on her hips.

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cuts n.

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the shape and style in which a thing is cut, formed, or made

Example

I love the new lines of the Fall Clothing Collections... the cuts are so stylish!

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low jeans n.

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A new style of jeans where the waistband falls well below the waistline, and usually rides just over or on the hips.

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Now that low jeans are in style, I have to buy some longer shirts!

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browsing v.

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to look over one or many things casually in search of something of interest

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Even though Jamie doesn't have any money, she enjoys browsing in expensive shops.

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give it a shot expr.

Definition

try it, see if it's good, see if it is appealing

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I'm not sure if I'll like Japanese food, but I'll give it a shot.

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timeout n.

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when a child is sent to be alone

Example

I had to give Brandy a five-minute timeout because she kept smacking her brother.

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discipline v.

Definition

punishments or rewards for good or bad behavior

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My mom is meaner than my dad. She was always in charge of disciplining the kids.

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handle it v.

Definition

deal with it, manage

Example

When I got robbed for the second time, I just couldn't handle it. So I moved to a better neighborhood.

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grounded n.

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when parents make their children stay home or take something away as a punishment

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When I was a kid, I got caught skipping school and my parents grounded me for a month.

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ended up expr.

Definition

came to; in the end; as it turned out; finally

Example

I didn't know where to go on vacation. I ended up going to Greece.

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outing v.

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exposing; telling the truth about

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Many gays and lesbians believe that outing themselves to friends and family is the only way to fight homophobia.

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meet up v.

Definition

meet; join together; rendezvous

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Let's meet up at five o'clock in front of the building.

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good match n.

Definition

having a lot in common; getting along

Example

Andre and Amelia might be a good match. They both are interested in yoga and they both have kids.

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hooking up expr.

Definition

getting together with; dating

Example

People think Katie Holmes is crazy for hooking up with Tom Cruise.

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air n.

Definition

feeling; vibe

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Joe is so arrogant. He has an air of superiority that is so annoying.

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blind date n.

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a date with someone you've never seen before

Example

Chris loves going on blind dates because he likes meeting new people.

Jessica met her husband on a blind date.

I have only had one blind date, and it was a disaster. I'll never let a friend set me up again!

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chemistry expr.

Definition

attraction; sexual connection

Example

The chemistry between Ben Affleck and J.Lo is really bad.

Ian and I have a lot in common but we could never date. There's no chemistry between us.

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long-distance relationship n.

Definition

when two people who are dating live in different cities

Example

I used to date a guy who lived in another country and it was so hard. I don't think I'll ever do another long-distance relationship.

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low adj.

Definition

bad, mean, rotten

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Your laundry got stolen out of your car? That's pretty low.

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coward n.

Definition

someone with no courage; weak

Example

For months he refused to talk to the girl he liked and his friends called him a coward.

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messy adj.

Definition

emotionally traumatic, difficult, not easy

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I want to tell her I don't want to be friends anymore, but it will be messy. She will be really upset.

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dump v.

Definition

break up with; end a relationship

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Julie is going to dump Rick tomorrow night.

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break up v.

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to end a relationship

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I think you should break up with your boyfriend. He's cheating on you!

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hun expr.

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short for 'honey'; a nickname for someone you love

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Oh, don't look so sad, hun, things will get better soon!

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feelin' it v.

Definition

liking it; enjoying it

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Are you having a good birthday? Are you feelin' it?

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taken aback expr.

Definition

surprised, shocked, upset

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You look taken aback, did something I said upset you?

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ticked off adj.

Definition

upset, annoyed

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Those mean things he said about me really ticked me off.

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guess what expr.

Definition

I have something to tell you; guess what I'm about to tell you

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Guess what? I found a new apartment!

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hyperventilate v.

Definition

breathe really fast because you're nervous or scared

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Give her some space! She needs air! She's hyperventilating!

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mere adj.

Definition

only, just

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I merely wanted to say I like your art. I wasn't trying to ask you on a date.

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panic v.

Definition

feel anxious and worried; freak out

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When the elevator got stuck I kept telling myself, "Don't panic, don't panic. Just relax."

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inexplicable adj.

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strange and with no explanation

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Our waiter is inexplicably speaking in a British accent.

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overreacting v.

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to think something is a bigger deal than it is

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Don't overreact and hurt anyone! It was an accident!

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deal n.

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problem; explanation for acting strangely

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What's your deal? You've been in a bad mood all day.

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freaking out expr.

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acting crazy, getting excited, experiencing strong emotions

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I was freaking out after I crashed my car. I didn't know what to do.

I was freaking out after I crashed my car. I didn't know what to do.

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are you kidding me expr.

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is this a joke; are you being serious

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There's a $1000 fine for tresspassing? Are you kidding me?

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gripping adj.

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really interesting

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This TV show is so gripping! I can't stop watching it.

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burn v.

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record

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It's fun to burn CDs of your favorite songs for parties.

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show tunes n.

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songs from musical plays

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My parents like to sing show tunes in the car, so I always bring headphones!

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taste n.

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what you like, what you prefer

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Her taste in clothes is very strange, but I like it.

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makes fun v.

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teases; makes jokes about

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Whenever somebody makes fun of her clothes she runs away and cries.

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for real expr.

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are you certain?; really?; is this true?

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You are giving me your computer? Wow... for real?

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Limbo pron.

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The Limbo is a game. People try to pass under a pole. The pole gets lower and lower, and you are only allowed to bend over backwards.

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I tried to do the Limbo last night, but I hurt my back!

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the former n.

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the first part; the first of two things

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We can either go dancing or see a movie. I would like to do the former.

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hang out v.

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relax; take it easy

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I don't want to go out tonight. Let's just hang out and watch a movie at home.

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rock out v.

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listen to rock music; be wild and crazy

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We're going to rock out at the concert tomorrow night! I can't wait to party!

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early part expr.

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the beginning

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The first stages of school are very difficult, but it gets easier.

We started our company at ground zero and have since created a large corporation.

The early part of the summer is my favorite because it's not too hot.

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last stages n.

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last part; final part

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During the last stages of my career I became very sad about retiring.

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FURRY FRIENDS

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treat v.

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act or behave in a certain way toward something

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My boss doesn't treat me with any respect.

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shocking adj.

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surprising; unbelievable

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It was shocking to see my dad driving a new car because he didn't tell me he was going to buy one.

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surgery n.

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medical procedure that involves cutting into the body

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My mom had surgery on her foot.

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animal kingdom n.

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the world of animals; all animals

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The animal kingdom is so diverse, from the tiniest mouse to the largest elephant.

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unconditional adj.

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regardless of the circumstances; no matter what happens

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A good parent provides a child with unconditional love.

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taste for it expr.

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liking for it; care for it

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My sister loves duck, but I don't have a taste for it.

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animal rescue n.

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organized help or aid for animals in need

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When I found a wounded raccoon in my yard, the animal rescue people took him to the hospital.

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on the street expr.

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living on the streets; homeless

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I've been on the street since I was 14 years old. My parents were bad people, so I had to leave home.

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Lab n.

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short for Labrador Retriever, which is a specific breed of dog

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I would really like to get a Lab. They are so friendly.

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BREAK THE BANK

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freak out v.

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panic; act crazily

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I was about to freak out after I crashed my car, but my brother calmed me down and made me feel better.

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commodities n.

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valuable metals; gold, silver, palladium

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Since the economy is unstable, commodities are a good investment right now.

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savvy adj.

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informed; up-to-date or modern

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He's a savvy investor. He knows everything about the companies he invests in.

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break the bank expr.

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be too expensive

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I really need a new car but if I bought one right now it would break the bank.

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deal n.

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a good price on a desired product

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I found a great deal at Banana Republic when I bought these pants!

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priceless adj.

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having great value, precious, worth more than money

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My little sister is a priceless addition to the family. I love her so much!

My little sister is a priceless addition to the family. I love her so much!

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old-school adj.

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old or old-looking

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She had a really old-school car, a 1970s Mercedes.

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set you back v.

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cost you

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That coffee set me back 4 dollars! Can you believe it?

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settle a score expr.

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resolve a problem; punish someone for something

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The athlete played extra hard against his old team. He had a score to settle with his former coach.

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THE DEATH PENALTY

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death penalty expr.

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capital punishment; execution as punishment for a crime

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Many serial killers in the US get the death penalty.

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accounted for v.

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made up; comprised

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New students accounted for more than half the people in my psychology class.

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disturbing adj.

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upsetting; troubling; causing pain, suffering and confusion

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That was a disturbing movie. It really scared me. I would not watch it again.

That was a disturbing movie. It really scared me. I would not watch it again.

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hailed v.

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praised; applauded

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Critics hailed Spinal Tap as one of the funniest movies ever made.

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capital punishment n.

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execution as punishment for a crime

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I am against capital punishment. Killing is never acceptable.

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sentenced v.

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given a specific punishment for a crime

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How many murderers get sentenced to life in prison?

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statistics n.

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data; numbers

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Statistics show that only about 10 per cent of China's garbage is recycled.

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comes down to expr.

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in the end; after all; when all is said and done

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When it comes down to it, you can't change anyone but yourself.

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for it expr.

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supporting it; pro; agreeing with it

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How do you feel about socialized healthcare? I'm for it.

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stance n.

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opinion; perspective; stand

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When I found out her stance on abortion, I was really surprised.

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INTERVENTION, REDUX

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plasma n.

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part of blood

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Did you know the army has dried plasma packets? Just add water and you've got blood!

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tactful adj.

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subtle, not overt, respectful

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The police were tactfully trying to figure out what was going on when the criminals started shouting at them.

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compulsively adv.

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as though you have to, even when you don't

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I compulsively brush my teeth. I do it about six times a day and if I go too long without brushing I get upset.

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hit pause v.

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push a button that makes it stop

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Hit pause on the video, will you? I have to go the restroom.

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hear her out expr.

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listen to everything she has to say

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Now, I think the kid has a point. I think we ought to hear him out.

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not having it expr.

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not interested or believing what you say

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I tried to tell them the concert was sold out but they weren't having it. They went to check it out themselves.

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have my hide expr.

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be really upset with me

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My boss will have my hide if I don't get that done on time.

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take the initiative v.

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act first, start something

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He'll have to take the initiative. I'm too shy to ask him out.

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not doing so hot expr.

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not doing very well

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Honestly, I'm not doing so hot. I've been sick for weeks.

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sketchy adj.

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strange, weird, suspicious, uncomfortable

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That park is kind of sketchy. There are all these weird people hanging out there.

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ALONE TOGETHER

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kids n.

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slang for 'friends' or 'people'

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You should come to the party! You can meet all the kids I work with.

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special someone n.

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the perfect mate

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While you're looking for that special someone, why not have some fun with whoever else you meet?

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out of nowhere adv.

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with no warning

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The truck came out of nowhere and ran over the cat.

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popped up expr.

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a surprise

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I am so sorry to be late. Something popped up and I had to take care of it.

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bump into expr.

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meet by chance

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I keep hoping I'll bump into her, but I haven't yet.

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right this way expr.

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a polite thing to say when you are leading someone somewhere

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Your table is ready. Right this way. Your waiter will be here soon.

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scram v.

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slang for 'leave'

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Get out of here. Scram. This doesn't concern you.

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fresh out expr.

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slang for 'out of'

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We're fresh out of tuna. Would you like a different kind of sandwich?

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deal with v.

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handle; address

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Alcoholics often drink because as a way to deal with their problems.

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stop by v.

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visit in person

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I'll stop by around 3. Does that sound good?

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