WORDS OF UNIT 5A, AMERICAN ENGLISH FILE 5

1. Distracting: When something takes your attention away from what you are doing. Synonyms: disturbing,
diverting. Example: The loud music was distracting me from my homework.

2. Jogging together: Running with someone else at the same time. Synonyms: running together, exercising
together. Example: Sarah and I love jogging together in the park.

3. Hands-free: Something that can be used without holding it in your hands. Synonyms: hands-off, touchless.
Example: The new phone has a hands-free feature that allows you to talk without holding it.

4. Rating: A score or evaluation given to something based on its quality or performance. Synonyms: ranking,
grading. Example: The restaurant received a high rating for its excellent food and service.

5. Efficiency: The ability to do something quickly and effectively with minimal waste. Synonyms: productivity,
effectiveness. Example: The new machine increased the efficiency of the factory.

6. Satisfaction: Feeling happy or content with something. Synonyms: contentment, pleasure. Example: The
delicious meal gave me great satisfaction.

7. Occurrence: Something that happens or takes place. Synonyms: event, incident. Example: The occurrence
of the earthquake caused a lot of damage.

8. Bumping into: Accidentally colliding with someone or something. Synonyms: running into, hitting. Example: I
was so distracted that I ended up bumping into the wall.

9. Getting run over: Being hit by a vehicle and injured or killed. Synonyms: hit by a car, run down. Example: It's
important to always look both ways before crossing the street to avoid getting run over.

10. Referred: Mentioned or directed someone to something or someone else for help or information.
Synonyms: directed, recommended. Example: The doctor referred me to a specialist for further treatment.

11. Arise: Something that happens or comes up unexpectedly. Synonyms: occur, happen. Example: A problem
may arise if we don't plan ahead.

12. Get clogged: When something becomes blocked or obstructed. Synonyms: jammed, blocked. Example:
The drain in the sink got clogged with hair and soap.

13. Cope: To deal with a difficult situation or problem. Synonyms: manage, handle. Example: I had to learn how
to cope with my fear of flying.

14. Overloaded: When something has too much weight or too many things on it. Synonyms: overwhelmed,
burdened. Example: The truck was overloaded with too much cargo.

15. Mindfulness: Being aware of the present moment and focusing on it. Synonyms: awareness,
consciousness. Example: Practicing mindfulness meditation can help reduce stress.

16. Moment-by-moment: Doing something one step at a time, without rushing or worrying about the future.
Synonyms: step-by-step, gradually. Example: I'm taking the project moment-by-moment to make sure I don't
miss anything important.

17. Sensation: A feeling or experience that is physical or emotional. Synonyms: feeling, perception. Example:
The cold water gave me a sensation of shock.
18. Conducted: To carry out or perform something in a planned or organized way. Synonyms: performed,
executed. Example: The experiment was conducted to test the new drug's effectiveness.

19. Training: Learning and practicing a skill or behavior to improve performance. Synonyms: education,
coaching. Example: The athlete underwent intense training to prepare for the competition.

20. High-stress: A situation that is very demanding and causes a lot of pressure or anxiety. Synonyms:
stressful, tense. Example: The job was high-stress because of the tight deadlines and long hours.
21. Equipped: Having the necessary tools or skills to do something. Synonyms: prepared, outfitted. Example:
The hiker was equipped with a map, compass, and first aid kit.

22. Pile of invoices: A stack of bills or receipts that need to be paid or processed. Synonyms: stack, heap.
Example: The accountant had a large pile of invoices to sort through.

23. Unwrap: To remove the covering or packaging from something. Synonyms: open, reveal. Example: I can't
wait to unwrap my birthday presents!

24. Inhale: To breathe in air or a scent. Synonyms: breathe in, draw in. Example: The fresh air felt invigorating
as I took a deep inhale.

25. Pop into: To visit or stop by a place quickly and unexpectedly. Synonyms: drop in, stop in. Example: I
decided to pop into the bookstore on my way home from work.

26. Melt: To become liquid as a result of heat or warmth. Synonyms: dissolve, thaw. Example: The ice cream
started to melt in the sun.

27. Chew: To bite and grind food with your teeth before swallowing it. Synonyms: munch, gnaw. Example: It's
important to chew your food well for better digestion.

28. Swallow: To move food or liquid down your throat and into your stomach. Synonyms: gulp, ingest.
Example: I had to swallow the bitter medicine quickly.

29. Considered to be: Regarded as or thought of in a particular way. Synonyms: viewed as, seen as. Example:
The new restaurant is considered to be one of the best in town.

30. Claims to: States or asserts that something is true or factual. Synonyms: asserts, declares. Example: The
company claims to have the most advanced technology on the market.

31. Scandal: An event or situation that is considered shocking or disgraceful. Synonyms: controversy, outrage.
Example: The politician's scandal caused a lot of public outrage.

32. Captivating: Fascinating or holding someone's attention. Synonyms: enchanting, mesmerizing. Example:
The book was so captivating that I couldn't put it down.

33. Chocolate meditation: A mindfulness practice that involves savoring the taste and texture of chocolate.
Synonyms: mindful eating, sensory awareness. Example: I tried chocolate meditation for the first time and it
was a delicious and calming experience.

34. Flavorful: Having a rich or distinctive taste or aroma. Synonyms: tasty, delicious. Example: The soup was
flavorful with a blend of spices and herbs.
35. Organic: Produced or grown without the use of synthetic chemicals or pesticides. Synonyms: natural,
pesticide-free. Example: I prefer to buy organic produce to support sustainable farming practices.

36. Fair-trade: A movement that promotes ethical and sustainable trading practices, ensuring fair wages and
working conditions for producers in developing countries. Synonyms: ethical trade, social justice trade.
Example: I always choose fair-trade coffee to support small-scale farmers.

37. Unfold: To reveal or become clear over time. Synonyms: develop, evolve. Example: The plot of the movie
slowly began to unfold as the story progressed.

38. Aroma: A pleasant or distinctive smell. Synonyms: fragrance, scent. Example: The aroma of fresh-baked
bread filled the kitchen.

39. Sweep over: To affect or overcome someone suddenly and intensely. Synonyms: wash over, engulf.
Example: A feeling of sadness swept over me as I read the news.

40. Breaking off: To end or discontinue something abruptly or unexpectedly. Synonyms: terminate, cease.
Example: The negotiations broke off when the parties couldn't agree on the terms.
41. Nook: A small, cozy corner or space in a room. Synonyms: alcove, corner. Example: I love to curl up with a
book in the nook by the window.

42. Cranny: A small, narrow opening or crack in something. Synonyms: crevice, fissure. Example: The mouse
squeezed through a tiny cranny in the wall.

43. Hold on: To wait or pause for a moment. Synonyms: wait, stop. Example: Hold on, I need to grab my keys
before we leave.

44. Wandering: Moving aimlessly or without a specific destination. Synonyms: meandering, roaming. Example:
We spent the afternoon wandering around the city, exploring different neighborhoods.

45. Escorting: Accompanying someone to a particular place or event. Synonyms: accompanying, guiding.
Example: The security guard was tasked with escorting the VIP guest to the event.

46. Deliberately: Intentionally or with careful consideration. Synonyms: intentionally, purposefully. Example:
She deliberately chose her words to avoid offending anyone.

47. Trickle: A small, slow flow of liquid or other substance. Synonyms: dribble, seepage. Example: The water
from the leaky faucet formed a steady trickle down the drain.

48. Throat: The passage that connects the mouth and nose to the stomach and lungs. Synonyms: gullet,
esophagus. Example: The sore throat made it difficult to swallow.

49. Autopilot: Operating or functioning automatically or without conscious thought. Synonyms: automatic mode,
routine. Example: After years of driving the same route to work, he could do it on autopilot.

50. Day-to-day lives: The routine activities and experiences that make up daily life. Synonyms: daily routine,
everyday life. Example: We all have different day-to-day lives, but we share common experiences.

51. Granted: Given or allowed without objection or opposition. Synonyms: conceded, acknowledged. Example:
He was granted permission to take time off from work.
52. Two-hour delivery window: A specific time frame during which a package or delivery is expected to arrive.
Synonyms: delivery time, ETA. Example: The shipping company provided a two-hour delivery window for the
package.

53. Stuck: Unable to move or escape from a particular situation or place. Synonyms: trapped, immobilized.
Example: The car was stuck in the mud and couldn't move.

54. A gallon of milk: A unit of measurement for liquid volume, equal to four quarts or 3.785 liters. Synonyms:
milk container, milk jug. Example: She bought a gallon of milk for the week.

55. Load: A quantity of something that is carried or transported at one time. Synonyms: cargo, shipment.
Example: The truck was loaded with boxes of supplies.

56. Pixel by pixel: Referring to a process that involves examining or editing an image or video one pixel at a
time. Synonyms: pixel-level, meticulous. Example: The graphic designer worked on the image pixel by pixel to
achieve the desired effect.

57. Invariably: In a way that is always the case or without exception. Synonyms: consistently, unfailingly.
Example: She invariably arrived early for appointments.

58. Disregard: To ignore or pay no attention to something. Synonyms: ignore, overlook. Example: He
disregarded the warning signs and ended up getting lost.

59. Cut in: To interrupt someone who is speaking or doing something. Synonyms: interrupt, butt in. Example:
She cut in and asked a question before the speaker had finished.

60. Emergencies: Situations that require immediate action or attention due to their urgency or severity.
Synonyms: crises, disasters. Example: The emergency services were called to deal with the fire.
61. Drives me completely insane:
Definition: Makes me extremely angry or frustrated.
Synonyms: Irritates me, infuriates me, gets on my nerves.
Example: The constant noise from the construction site next door drives me completely insane.

62. Drives me completely bananas:

Definition: Makes me go crazy or lose my mind.
Synonyms: Makes me nuts, drives me up the wall, makes me bonkers.
Example: Trying to assemble this complicated furniture without clear instructions drives me completely
bananas.

63. Preening:
Definition: The act of grooming or making oneself look neat and tidy, often referring to birds.
Synonyms: Grooming, tidying, primping.
Example: The peacock spent hours preening its feathers to display its vibrant colors.

64. Abide:
Definition: To accept or follow a rule, decision, or situation.
Synonyms: Obey, comply with, adhere to.
Example: It is important to abide by the traffic laws to ensure road safety.

65. Check-in:
Definition: The process of registering or reporting one's arrival, often at a hotel or airport.
Synonyms: Register, report, sign in.
 Example: After a long flight, we went to the hotel to check-in and rest.

66. Freak out:

Definition: To become extremely anxious, scared, or upset.
Synonyms: Panic, lose control, have a meltdown.
Example: When she saw the spider crawling on her arm, she freaked out and screamed.

67. Blind date:

Definition: A date or meeting with someone you have never met before.
Synonyms: Arranged date, surprise date, unknown encounter.
Example: My friend set me up on a blind date with her colleague from work.

68. On our own:

Definition: Doing something independently or without assistance from others.
Synonyms: Independently, solo, by ourselves.
Example: After our parents left, we had to figure out how to cook dinner on our own.

69. Waste a lot of time:

Definition: Spend a significant amount of time on unproductive or unnecessary activities.
Synonyms: Squander time, fritter away time, idle away time.
Example: Instead of studying for the exam, he wasted a lot of time playing video games.

70. Save time:

Definition: Use methods or strategies to complete tasks more efficiently and quickly.
Synonyms: Cut time, reduce time, optimize time.
Example: Using a meal prep service helps save time in cooking and meal planning.

71. Kill time:

Definition: Engage in activities to pass the time or make it go by faster.
Synonyms: Pass time, while away time, occupy oneself.
Example: While waiting for the train, she killed time by reading a book.

72. Take your time:

Definition: Proceed at a relaxed or unhurried pace, without feeling rushed.
Synonyms: Go at your own pace, be leisurely, not be in a hurry.
Example: You don't need to rush; take your time to complete the assignment.

73. Make up for lost time:

Definition: Work or act quickly to compensate for time that was previously wasted or lost.
Synonyms: Catch up, compensate, make amends.
Example: After being sick for a week, she had to make up for lost time by studying extra hard.

74. Take me a long time:

Definition: Require a significant amount of time to complete or accomplish.
Synonyms: Be time-consuming, be lengthy, be a long process.
Example: Writing a research paper from scratch takes me a long time to finish.

75. Give me a hard time:

Definition: Make things difficult or challenging for someone.
Synonyms: Trouble, harass, make things tough.
Example: My boss always gives me a hard time by assigning me extra tasks at the last minute.
76. Spare the time:
Definition: Allocate or set aside time for a specific purpose or activity.
Synonyms: Set apart time, reserve time, make time.
Example: I will spare the time to attend the meeting tomorrow morning.
77. Take up all my time:
Definition: Occupy or consume all of someone's available time.
Synonyms: Use up, fill, monopolize.
Example: The project was so demanding that it took up all my time for the entire week.

78. Have the time of your life:

Definition: Experience a period of great enjoyment or excitement.
Synonyms: Have a blast, have a great time, enjoy oneself to the fullest.
Example: During our vacation, we had the time of our lives exploring new places and trying new activities.

79. Spend too long:

Definition: Use more time than necessary or expected for a particular task or activity.
Synonyms: Take too much time, linger, overstay.
Example: She spent too long getting ready for the party and ended up arriving late.

80. Run out of time:

Definition: Reach a point where there is no more time available to complete something.
Synonyms: Run short of time, be pressed for time, be out of time.
Example: I was so busy with other tasks that I ran out of time to finish my presentation.

81. By the time:

Definition: Referring to a specific point in time when something is expected to happen or be completed.
Synonyms: When, at the point, upon reaching.
Example: By the time I finish cooking dinner, everyone will be hungry and ready to eat.

82. At the time:

Definition: Referring to a specific period or moment in the past or present.
Synonyms: During that time, back then, in that moment.
Example: At the time of the incident, I was not aware of the consequences of my actions.

83. Time off:

Definition: A period of time when one is not working or engaged in their usual activities.
Synonyms: Break, vacation, leave.
Example: After a busy month at work, I decided to take some time off and relax.

84. In time:
Definition: Sufficiently early or before a deadline or specific moment.
Synonyms: Early enough, on schedule, punctually.
Example: I managed to finish the report in time for the meeting.

85. On time:
Definition: Arriving or happening at the scheduled or expected time.
Synonyms: Prompt, punctual, on schedule.
Example: The train arrived on time, allowing me to catch my connecting flight.

86. From time to time:

Definition: Occasionally or periodically, not regularly or consistently.
Synonyms: Sometimes, now and then, occasionally.
 Example: I like to indulge in a piece of chocolate from time to time as a treat.

87. At times:
Definition: Occasionally or on certain occasions, not always.
Synonyms: Sometimes, now and then, every so often.
Example: She can be a bit moody at times, but overall, she's a great friend.

88. Behind the time:

Definition: Outdated or not keeping up with current trends or developments.
Synonyms: Out of date, old-fashioned, obsolete.
Example: His fashion sense is a bit behind the time; he still wears clothes from the '90s.

89. Time's up:

Definition: Indicates that the allotted time for something has ended or expired.
Synonyms: Time is over, time is finished, time is out.
Example: The teacher announced, "Time's up!" and collected the students' exam papers.

90. Short on time:

Definition: Having a limited amount of time available.
Synonyms: Pressed for time, running out of time, time-constrained.
Example: I'm short on time today, so I won't be able to attend the full meeting.

91. I have got time on my hand:

Definition: Having plenty of free time available.
Synonyms: Have spare time, have leisure time, have time to spare.
Example: Since I finished my work early, I have got time on my hand to read a book.

92. A matter of time:

Definition: Something that is expected or inevitable to happen eventually.
Synonyms: Inevitable, bound to happen, just a question of time.
93. Time-consuming:
Definition: Requiring a significant amount of time to complete or accomplish.
Synonyms: Lengthy, laborious, demanding.
Example: Cleaning the entire house is a time-consuming task that takes several hours.

94. Sudoku puzzles:

Definition: Logic-based number puzzles that involve filling a grid with numbers based on certain rules.
Synonyms: Number puzzles, number games, logic puzzles.
Example: I enjoy solving Sudoku puzzles to challenge my problem-solving skills.

95. Camping:
Definition: The activity of staying outdoors, typically in a tent, for recreational purposes.
Synonyms: Outdoor living, tenting, wilderness camping.
Example: We went camping in the mountains and enjoyed hiking, fishing, and sitting around the campfire.