Unit 9 Holidays and Travel

Word

Definition

Example

free time activities

Leisure or recreational pursuits and hobbies engaged in during one's non-working hours

Many people enjoy outdoor free time activities like hiking and biking

special occasion

A significant and memorable event or moment, often celebrated or marked with special activities

Our family gathers for a special occasion like Thanksgiving every year

character

A person's distinctive qualities or traits, often related to their personality or moral values

The protagonist in the story has a strong and admirable character

plot

The storyline or sequence of events in a narrative or story

The plot of the movie kept the audience engaged from start to finish

accommodation

A place to stay or live, such as a dwelling or lodging

We booked accommodation in a cozy cottage for our vacation

skyscraper

A very tall and often multi-story building or tower

The skyscraper towered over the city skyline

part-time

Involving or requiring less than full-time commitment or employment

She works part-time at the local bookstore

bossy

Tending to give orders or be excessively controlling

He can be bossy at times, but he means well

beach holiday

A vacation or trip taken at a coastal or seaside destination

A beach holiday is perfect for relaxation and sunbathing

skiing holiday

A vacation focused on skiing and winter sports activities

They planned a skiing holiday in the mountains

city break

A short and often urban-based vacation or getaway

A city break to Paris is on my bucket list

gradually

Slowly and steadily; progressing over time

The snow is gradually melting as spring approaches

slight increase

A small or minor rise or growth in quantity or level

There was a slight increase in temperature today

sharp rise

A sudden and significant increase in quantity or level

The stock market experienced a sharp rise in prices

drop rapidly

To decline or fall quickly and steeply

The price of the cryptocurrency dropped rapidly

fluctuate

To vary or change irregularly or unpredictably

Prices of commodities like oil tend to fluctuate

steadily

Consistently and without significant fluctuations

The company has been steadily growing over the years

historic promenade

A scenic walkway or area with historical significance

The historic promenade along the river is a popular tourist spot

provide good value for money

To offer products or services that are worth the price paid

This restaurant provides good value for money with its affordable prices and delicious food

be worth

To have a certain value or merit

Visiting the ancient ruins is definitely worth the trip

reassure

To comfort or allay someone's fears or doubts

She tried to reassure her nervous friend before the presentation

do more harm than good

To cause negative effects that outweigh the positive ones

Sometimes, taking too many supplements can do more harm than good

related problem

A problem that is connected or associated with another issue

The power outage was a related problem caused by the storm

fuel

A substance used to generate energy, typically for vehicles or machinery

We need to find alternative sources of fuel to reduce pollution

consequence

The result or outcome of an action or event

The consequence of his actions was losing his job

commute to work

To travel regularly to one's workplace from home

Many people commute to work using public transportation

make redundant

To terminate an employee's job due to redundancy or surplus in the workforce

The company had to make several employees redundant due to financial difficulties

rely on

To depend or count on something or someone

I rely on my alarm clock to wake me up every morning

be forced to

To be compelled or obliged to do something

Due to the heavy rain, we were forced to cancel our outdoor event

manufacturer

A company or entity that produces goods or products on a large scale

The automobile manufacturer produces high-quality vehicles

political goodwill

Positive support and favor from the political community or leadership

Building political goodwill is crucial for effective governance

reduce prices

To lower the cost or price of goods or services

The store decided to reduce prices to attract more customers

concern

Worry or anxiety about a situation or issue

Environmental concern is growing as pollution levels rise

lower the price of

To decrease the cost or selling price of something

To increase sales, they decided to lower the price of their products

vehicle

A machine or conveyance designed for transportation, such as a car or motorcycle

His dream vehicle is a classic convertible car

trading route

A path or course used for the exchange of goods or commerce

The Silk Road was a historic trading route connecting East and West

adventurer

Someone who seeks adventure and exciting experiences

The adventurer explored remote jungles and climbed mountains

man-made materials

Materials or substances created by human intervention or manufacturing processes

Many modern buildings are constructed using man-made materials

occur

To happen or take place; to come into existence

Accidents can occur when people are not careful

pass along

To transmit or convey something to another person or entity

Please pass along the message to your colleagues

exist

To have actual being or reality; to be present or available

Unicorns are mythical creatures that do not actually exist

literally means

Used to indicate that a term or phrase is being used in its exact or strict sense

"Carpe Diem" literally means "seize the day" in Latin

sign of civilization

An indication or symbol that suggests the presence of advanced human society and culture

The invention of writing was a significant sign of civilization