WORD Unit 1

PARTS

DEFINITION

unbelievable freezing surprisingly

adj adj adv

too improbable to be believed extremely cold unexpectedly or unusually different from others in a way that is surprising unusual or special in some way

unusual

adj

unique

adj

amazing fantastic be into favorite

adj adj v phrase adj

surprising greatly; unbelievable extremely good be enthusiastic about or interested in best liked or most enjoyed to register as at a hotel; indicate one's arrival or presence at some time in a period completely be built of

check-in

v phrase

during entirely be made of

prep adv v phrase

built

to construct by assembling and joining parts or materials a room which is used for showing works of art items such as chairs, tables, beds

gallery

furniture

popular dish experience

adj n v

liked or supported by many people a plate or bowl for food to go or live through; undergo

atmosphere get married

n v phrase

feeling or mood of a place to perform a marriage ceremony

temperature

the measured amount of heat in a place the hair that covers the bodies of animals comfortable and pleasant making a lot of noise not suited to one's comfort or needs

fur

cozy noisy inconvenient

adj adj adj

Unit 2 actually flavor adv n in truth really a taste: egg. lemon flavor

create

to make something new; to invent

in reality

adv phrase

actually; really

according to nearly taste

adv phrase adv v

as said by almost to put food or drink in your mouth to put something into use for the first time a dish, originally from India verifiable truth to make someone feel surprise to learn rich to make a journey

introduce

curry fact surprise find out wealthy travel

n n v v phrase adj v

language spice dish probably flat catch on truth behind named later sailor delicious dig in

n n n adv adj v phrase n prep adj adv n adj v phrase

a system of communication something used or added to make food taste good food very likely level and thin to become popular the quality of being true at the back of called afterward a person who works on a ship having a very pleasant taste to begin to eat with excitement

noodle

a food in the form of long thin strips

Unit 3

alike danger detect information

adj n v n

in the same manner or form; similarly an instance or cause of peril to discover knowledge; facts and data

occur similar decide

v adj v

to take place; happen having the same characteristics to come to a decision about something

tropical storm

adj n

related to a place that is always warm strong wind and heavy rain

wheel speed

n n

a circular object or machine the rate or the measure of the rate of motion a smart guess about the future

prediction

keep an eye out

v phrase

to watch for something in particular

meteorologist

a scientist who studies the weather

keep up with possible organization

v phrase adj n

to keep getting useful information likely to happen a group of people who work together

international

adj

in or from different countries

weather

the conditions in the air above the Earth

list

a series of names, words, or items

letter include make up committee personal direction Unit 4 pressure normal activity benefit produce

n v v phrase n adj n

a symbol or character used in writing to have as a part to prepare something a group which decides things of a single person a line leading to a place

n adj n v v

force or push ordinary or usual a task that requires action or movement to do good to to bring into existence

relax

to make or become less stiff or tight; to make or become less worried

reduce

to make something smaller in size or amount

be about to

v phrase

to be on the verge of beginning

stage

an area in which actors perform

nervous

adj

worried or anxious

whisper

the act of speaking quitely so that only a specific person or persons can hear

stomach

an organ used for digesting food

butterfly

an insect with a slender body, large wings, and antennae

chemical stressful situation

n adj n

a substance produced by or used in a chemical process full of tension circumstances

play a role in

v phrase

have a part in; to be partly responsible for

cortisol

a chemical that helps the body start normal activities

respond extra affect

v adj v

to react; make an action more than what is necessary to have an influence on or effect a change in to stop something from working

shut down

v phrase

speed up get rid of step out

v phrase v v phrase

to make faster to remove; to eliminate to temporarily leave

fly away

v phrase

to take flight

acid

a compound usually having a sour taste and capable of neutralizing alkalis

hardly Unit 5 complicated research experiment discover complex

adv

only just; barely

adj n n v adj

difficult, not easy a detailed study of a subject a test done in order to learn something to find out very complicated; not simple

believe

to think that something is real, correct, or true a report that examines and analyzes a topic sound in addition; furthermore an animal which does not lay eggs an animal which is cold-blooded, like lizards an animal like beetles and flies way of acting

study noise additionally mammal reptile insect behavior

n n adv n n n n

rest

cease work or movement in order to relax, refresh oneself, or recover strength

however type position lie down easily lastly come out of intense

adv n n v phrase adv adv v phrase adj

despite this a particular group way of holding or placing the body to be or place oneself in a flat position with little effort finally to wake up from very strong; extreme something that temporarily quickens some vital process

stimulant

fruit fly

a small insect that feeds on the the fruit of various plants not moving two long hair-like things on an insects head to engage in some action

still antennae

adj n

move around

v phrase

Unit 6

role model variety well-known diversity famous grateful prevent

n n adj n adj adj v

a good example a number of different kinds famous; talked about different kinds of people well known thankful to stop

professional record

adj n

skilled and earning money something no one else had done

African-American Thai nickname championship hold

n n n n v

a black person from the United States a person from Thailand an extra name a competition to find the best to keep something a designated area on which a competition is held

course

look up to

v phrase

to admire someone

lend a hand

v phrase

to help someone

ethnicity occasionally foundation

n adv n

an ethnic group; race sometimes but not often an official group with special goals

competition

an organized event where people try to win a prize

racial

adj

of, pertaining to, or characteristic of one race or the races of humankind

career

a job or series of jobs

opinion

a thought or belief about something

charity

an institution set up to provide help

elementary school

the lowest school giving formal instruction, teaching the rudiments of learning

Unit 7

duty concern

n n

a responsibility; a task needed on a job worry

report

to give an account or statement describing in detail an event

responsibility

something that you have to do as a duty or job a problem; a situation to be solved

issue

source view provide society

n n v n

beginning, origin the opinions about some subject to give or supply a group of people living together one who is engaged in reading a book, magazine, etc. at the back of to establish something

reader

behind set up

prep v phrase

unbalanced

adj

not equal or balanced

news media

the local and national news broadcasted over the TV and radio

distorted

adj

twisted or misleading

exaggerate

to say something is better, worse, more important than it really is unfortunate trouble; bad luck complete loss of hope

misery despair

n n

balance out

v phrase

to make equal

agree with helpful inform decision fan mail on a daily basis mostly entertainment

v phrase adj v n n adv phrase adv n

to have same opinions willing to help or useful to tell; to give information to a choice about something letters from fans every day generally; usually music, movies, TV; amusement

article

a story presenting information in a newspaper or journal

Unit 8 effectively inventor adv n in an effective way a person who makes new things

ordinary

adj

not special; like most others

machine perfect flight successfully

n adj n adv

a thing which does work without any problems flying time or length of flying done well or with success

test

to do something to see the result of

in fact

adv phrase

in reality or actually

dream

a series of images and sounds in the mind during sleep

grow up neither instead of

v phrase pron adv phrase

to become an adult not either of two things or people in place of

start up

v phrase

to make a business

printing press

business that makes newspapers or books a flying machine with no engine to choose; to make a plan for the purpose of

glider decide in order to

n v adv phrase

engine

a machine that makes something move a machine that rotates to push against air to stop because of a problem

propeller

break down

v phrase

give up

v phrase

to stop doing something

make history

v phrase

to do something spectacular

spin

to (cause to) whirl around quickly

distance

the space between two points

keep in touch

v phrase

to keep in contact with someone by phone, email, etc.

share

to allow others access to ones own property or knowledge

Unit 9

specialist

a person who is an expert in a field

knowledgeable confidence offer

adj n v

having a lot of information about something belief in one's abilities to provide for use a violent act intended to hurt or damage skill to make believe freedom from danger, risk to depend upon to pretend to be

attack ability pretend to security trust pose expert

n n v phrase n v v n

a skilled professional

skill

the ability, coming from one's knowledge, practice, aptitude to do something well

advise

to give helpful suggestions to someone

firewall

a selection of security measures designed to prevent unauthorized access to a computer system

technology

electronic or computer products

hack into corporate prison

v phrase adj n

to get into illegally related to a company a building used to confine criminals a company; a corporation

firm

basically

adv

at the simplest point

waste

to use up or spend without real need or purpose; make bad use of

get around

v phrase

to circumvent or find away around some barrier

unfortunately

adv

with no luck or with bad effects

tax office

the government department that collects money from people

manager

a person who has control or direction over a business, institution, department, etc.

technician

a worker trained with special skills to make believe that something false is true being under the control of

fool

in the hand of

adv phrase

disaster

a sudden great act of destruction and loss against the law

illegally Unit 10

adv

pastime

a pleasant means of amusement, recreation, or sport

unexpected common experience clever hobby disagree

adj adj n adj n v

not expected ordinary, with no special status or rank to live through a situation smart pastime to have a different opinion

rare strange vending machine beetle nature

adj adj n n n

not common not usual or ordinary a machine that sells things an insect with a large body the world of plants and animals a person who wants to help the environment to gather things that you like to do away with a natural state to have personally or privately

conservationist collect destroy wild own

n v v n v

take care of

v phrase

to look after

on the other hand harmful living creature dislike treat

adv phrase adj adj n v v

looking at the opposite side of a matter able to hurt people or things possessing life a living being, especially an animal to have or feel distaste for to act or behave in a particular way

item

one of several things in a group or list

Unit 11

artist

a person who is creative or makes art

good-looking

adj

someone or something pleasing in appearance

identity

who or what something is

propose familiar ideal remove attractive without eyebrow landscape

v adj adj v adj prep n n

to suggest; to offer for consideration knowing about, acquainted model, perfect get rid of appealing; beautiful not having or doing something the line of short hairs above each eye in humans a broad view of the land an artistic creation, like a book, painting, poem, etc an event or phenomenon not fully understood fascinated; interested a set of ideas used to explain an event a well-informed student of some activity or subject

work

mystery intrigued theory

n adj n

buff

portrait

a painting, portrait, drawing, etc of a person concerned with specific details out of the ordinary real; existing an expert of history written by hand or with a typewriter, not printed absolutely; definitely any coming into existence seemingly; evidently

particular unearthly actual historian

adj adj adj n

manuscript

positively birth apparently

adv n adv

scenery specific definitely Unit 12 native

n adj adv

the background or landscape unlike any other absolutely; certainly

adj

a person who is born in a certain place

language

the method of human communication using spoken or written words

borrow private originally flavor public athlete in general describe sauna massage

v adj adv n adj n adv phrase v n n

to adopt or use as ones own not public in the beginning taste for any person a person who plays sports generally to give an account in words a Finnish steam bath handling or rubbing the body to relax it

barber while liquid

n conj adj

a person who cuts hair during the time that like water

pour on

v phrase

to add on top of something

Dutch steam facility Finnish

adj n n adj

of the Netherlands or its people hot water vapor place for some service of, or pertaining to Finland

style full of perhaps

n adj phrase adv

kind; type maybe; possibly maybe; possibly

rub

to press or be pressed against something with a circular or up and down repeated movement

substance vapor vegetable

n n n

something that has mass and occupies space tiny particles of liquid in the air plant, especially one made for food

Unit 13

desert exist neighboring useful ruin damage treat spread serious all over the world

n v adj adj v v v v adj adv phrase

a place where there is almost no rain to be in the world; to be real next to helpful to make something unusable to hurt to care for to become wider important; big throughout the world

farmland leave cause sand

n v v n

land to grow food to go away from to bring about rock powder on a beach or in a desert

human

a person the transformation of habitable land into desert

desertification

pollution reduce amount

n v n

something harmful to nature to make smaller the total of two or more quantities

as well harm soil turn into

adv phrase v n v phrase

also to hurt earth to change into

dust easily blow away

n adv v phrase

powder from hard soil in an easy manner to cause to move something

cut down

v phrase

to kill or strike down

less powder Unit 14 delay necessary

adj n

not as great in amount or quantity small pieces, like dust

v adj

to postpone needed or having to be done; required an act or process of growing

growth

temperature prepare nutrient

n v n

the degree of heat to get ready for things necessary for life and growth

eliminate interfere healthy check kidney

v v adj v n

to get rid of to prevent having good health in body to look at closely the organ which removes waste from the blood the process of breaking down for use by the body a long organ in the body to remove for use

digestion

intestine take out

n v phrase

take in

v phrase

to consume

in one sitting

adv phrase

all at once

meal dilute produce normal urine probably dark

n v v adj n adv adj

the main food of the day to make weaker to create or bring forth usual; common yellow liquid waste from the body maybe; possibly having very little or no light a part of the body that performs a specific function

organ

blood

the red liquid pumped through the body by the heart

process

general methods of doing something

withdraw

to take away

overwork Unit 15

to work too hard or too long

predict

to say what will happen in the future

pattern related foretell

n adj v

an example or model to be followed associated or connected to predict

observe connected traditional belief notice

v adj adj n v

to watch related; linked relating to customs, past cultural habit opinion or idea to see

event

something that takes place

countryside

a rural region

rainstorm

a storm accompanied by rain

take another look at v phrase surprising earthquake adj n

to check again causing wonder or amazement destructive moving of the land or earth

researcher

a scientist who studies a problem

increase

the growth in numbers, size, strength, quality, etc.

bite hit

n v

grabbing something with the teeth to happen quickly

investigation public aggressive

n adj adj

research project open for the use of the community violent; destructive

barking

the noise or sounds a dog makes

jump

to increase suddenly

edge unprotected

n adj

the outer side not secure opent to attack causing or wreaking destruction; ruinous

destructive

adj

violent

adj

having, using or showing great force

available

adj

able or ready to be used

Unit 16 designed in the form of animated cartoon readily or easily liked the state of being actual or true of new things or ideas pleasing or delighting very great in size relating to existence outside the natural world to have within the creative imagination a drawing that tells a story to receive an academic degree

animated likeable reality original charming enormous supernatural contain fantasy cartoon graduate

adj adj n adj adj adj adj v n n v

join puss be based on

v n v phrase

to become a part or member of a cat to come from

comic book

a book that tells a story with pictures

animation warm-hearted creature point out hurt combine

n adj n v phrase v v

the creation of artificial moving images very kind a living thing to show something clearly to cause physical damage or pain to put together a tale or legend originating among a people an exciting or strange trip

folktale adventure Unit 17

n n

trust focus peaceful concentrate sense powerful

n v adj v n adj

a sure feeling to center one's attention on calm and happy to focus feeling large and strong

audience

a group of people watching something

confidence

a sure feeling

president

the leader of a group; head of the government in a Republic

leader

the head of a nation, political party, or other group of people looks appearing neat, orderly, or clean to produce a strong reaction

appearance tidy stir up

n adj v phrase

active

adj

energetic

for example cause excited energy therefore

adv phrase v adj n adv

for instance to bring about emotionally aroused a force that can help do work for that reason or cause

calm down

v phrase

to become relaxed

nod off deep-blue strength

v phrase n n

to fall asleep dark blue, almost black the state or quality of being strong

seriousness suit energetic politician

n n adj n

a mood of formality and importance a set of garments full of energy one who is actively involved in politics

interview

a meeting where people try to get gobs

formality

in line with required or traditional rules

Unit 18

collect

to gather something for a hobby

stamp

a token that postal fees have been paid

worth hobby reason practice religion valuable determine condition

adj n n v n adj v n

equal in value to something specified a spare-time activity the basis or motive for an action to do or perform habitually a belief in, or the worship of, a god or gods worth a lot of money to decide state; shape

philatelist

a person who collects stamps

well over

adv phrase

extending or running over a certain amount or period of time

adhesive

something that will stick, like glue

postage

adj

related to the post or post office

introduce

to bring into use

magazine issue particular down the road

n v adj adv phrase

a periodic paperback publication to produce for use specific in the future

value print run go for

n n v phrase

monetary worth number made to cost

sticky

adj

acting as an adhesive; causing attachment an exact amount or number the state or quality of being popular

quantity popularity

n n

Unit 19

detail

the specific or small character of an object or process

announcement

a public or formal notice announcing something

commercial

a paid advertisement on TV or radio something that is the same as the original information produced in various forms to help people

duplicate

material

advertising

a public announcement that advertises something a way; a procedure to examine the details of something carefully

method

analyze

report copy constant piracy culprit

v n adj n n

to give details about something a duplicate happening all the time stealing by copying illegally a person committing a crime

shut down

v phrase

to cause something to no longer exist or function

sue

to take someone to court for damages

greedy

adj

wanting very much more than what one needs computer programs

software

make a difference

to have an influence on or effect a change in the lowest part of something

bottom

source

a person, place or thing that provides something that you need or want

link ad product

n n n

something that connects an advertisement something produced to be sold

beat

to win over another, as in a race

continuous

adj

without a break or ending place a place where people discuss a legal case having a link to something to further the popularity

court

connection promote Unit 20 receive save inherit heir fortune rescue repair countess

n v

v v v n n v v n

to take or acquire to rescue from danger or harm to receive from a will a person who will receive power or money valuable amount of money to save someone from danger to fix a woman from a high class

wealthy pass away

adj v phrase

affluent, being very rich to die

instruction

a set of information that tells how to do something the possessions that one owns a person who owns something a tame animal that you keep in your home a breed of dog with very curly hair called money in England a breed of dog with yellow hair a mixed breed the title of a newspaper story, printed in large letters a female who acts on stage, TV or the movies a man to whom a woman is married

property owner pet

n n n

poodle named pound yellow Lab mutt

n adj n n n

headline

actress

husband

damage

broken parts a breed of dog which often helps the police nothing to worry about

German Shepherd

no big deal

breed curly in common

n adj adv phrase

a type or class having waves or curls held equally

shelter

a house that provides protection from danger

heroic

adj

having or displaying the character or attributes of a hero

SAMPLE SENTENCE

His unbelievable strength helped him become a successful wrestler. The morning air in January is freezing. Sarah turned around surprisingly when she heard her name called for the award. Tom met an unusual man at the art gallery yesterday.

He had a very unique way of dealing with people.

The night scenery is amazing! Harry's new flatscreen TV is fantastic! Sylvester is really into classical jazz music. My favorite movie is "Gone with the Wind."

If you get the bags I'll check-in at the front desk.

The bride's father began to cry during the wedding ceremony. I have to admit that the accident was entirely my fault. The king has a bathtub made of gold.

My dad and I built a treehouse over the weekend.

In her personal gallery she has works of art by Dali, Pollock, and Monet. The new apartment is completely empty. We have to go shopping for furniture. The action movie was popular among the younger crowd. Can you pass me a dish so I can get some food? It is imporantant that you experience as much as you can in life.

The atmosphere in the room was very tense. I don' want to get married until I am at least 35.

The doctor checked Sue's temperature when she had a fever.

Our family dog has a coat of soft brown fur covering his entire body.

On a cold rainy night, I like to sit in a cozy chair by the fireplace and read. Drums are too noisy to be played in the house. The location of the new supermarket is so inconvenient for me now.

We actually had a hard time renting the apartment. There are many different flavors of ice cream available at the store.

I use to like to go to the beach and create sand castles.

In reality, French fries do not come from France.

According to this map, the treasure should be buried under this tree. We nearly got lost on our way to the wedding. Did you taste her stew? It's really wonderful. Our country has recently introduced high-speed trains that will connect many cities. I had dinner at an Indian restaruant where I had curry for the first time. Her biography is full of facts about her early life. We surprised Kevin with a party on his birthday. Her parents are angry with her because they found out that she wasn't going to her classes. The wealthy artistst struggled when she first started out. I plan to travel around the world this year.

Learning many languages can be beneficial in life. I like to add some spices to my hamburger. The restaurant serves a variety of international dishes. Tom probably will go to the party tomorrow. The top of the cake was nice and flat. Social networks have caught on very quickly with people. She was looking for truth inside all of the deception. He was walking very slowly behind the group of people. Shelly was named captain of her soccer team. I'm in a big hurry so I'll get something to eat later. I wouldn't want to be a sailor because I get seasick easily. Tacos are quite delicious. The food is on the table so why don't you have a seat and dig in.

My roommate likes to eat instant noodles for a quick snack.

All the houses in the suburbs look so much alike. The level of danger is high during an earthquake. I could not detect any sound in the dark cave. I couldn't find information or directions when I went on a holiday to Bangladesh. It never occurred to her to call her parents when her plane got delayed. This suit is similar to the one my brother has. Sue still hasn't decided what she will eat for dinner.

Fiji has a tropical climate, so it is quite humid. We told each other ghost stories in the storm.

The front wheel came off my bicycle today! The speed limits are different on each road.

The weather man's prediction that it would be sunny today was correct.

The guards were keeping an eye out for the enemy.

The meteorologist forecasted five days of severe thunderstorms. I couldn't keep up with his lecture because he was using too many technical words. It's not possible to be at two places at the same time. I do some work at a non-profit organization.

International food festivals, serve a great variety of foods.

The weather in Korea is very cold in winter.

I like to have a list of the items I need when I go to the market.

Color all the squares with the letter "b" blue. Does this computer include a mouse and a mouse pad? Can you make up a list of all the students who are not in attendance please? The committee meets once a month. It was a personal decision for him to leave the company. Which direction should we go from here?

The pressure of the steam lifted the lid off the pot. Our normal business hours are 9 to 6. I am planning some activities for the kids for Halloween. It was to our benefit that we studied before the test. Factories produce too much air pollution.

After the exams, we all needed to relax.

Researchers are looking for ways to reduce the risk of cancer.

Hurry up, the show is about to start. When I got on stage to do my part, I could see that everyone was looking at me. I was so nervous during the audition that I couldnt stop my knees from shaking.

The house was so quiet that you couldn't hear a whisper.

My stomach hurts from eating too much.

The Monarch butterfly has large wings usually colord orange.

You should always be careful which chemicals you mix together because you could create a dangerous reaction. My job is quite stressful. I've been reviewing the situation and I've decided that this really isn't a serious matter. Even though she did not steal any money, she played a role in the robbery because she drove the car that led them to safety.

Cortisol helps the body respond to rigorous activities.

How did Sarah respond to news that Jack was leaving the country? Having a part-time job will give you extra money. Her lack of a college degree started to affect her self-esteem. The health department shut down the restaurant because the food was not safe.

Coffee or soda will speed up you heart rate. For some people, it is difficult to get rid of extra weight. Mr. Lee stepped out for lunch but will be back soon.

If you don't close the door, your birds will fly away.

Acids can cause serious damage to the skin if they come into contact with it.

With all the rain, I could barely see the car in front of me.

Math problems can be very complicated. The woman decided to do some research about the problem. The scientist conducted many experiments before reaching a conclusion. I want to be the first person to discover a cure for cancer. The map was very complex and difficult to understand.

I believed her when she said she liked my food.

I've been working on a study about aging at my university. I heard a strange noise coming from the attic. Additionally, we require a $100 deposit in advance. Cats and dogs, like humans, are mammals. A Gila Lizard is a large reptile that looks like a dinosaur. The only insect I like is the ladybug. As a youngster, my bad behavior got me into a lot of trouble.

We should rest for a bit before we continue our hike up the mountain.

Joan isn't feeling well, however she will still attend the meeting. There are many styles of cell phones today. What type are you looking for? In what position should I put the sofa? If you are feeling sick, please lie down and get some rest. She easily figured out the solution to the problem. After three tries, he finally passed his driving test. The boy came out of the coma after four days. She felt intense pain when the doctor pulled-out her tooth.

The caffeine in coffee and soda is a form of a stimulant.

In the summer, fruit flies can be a real bother.

You need to stand still when you take photos. A butterfly has two long antennae on the top of its head.

The puppies were moving around, trying to get out of their cage.

Many teenagers choose athletes and musicians as their role models There is a variety of chocolates at the supermarket. Michael Jackson is a well-known celebrity. You can see a diversity of animals at the zoo. My cousin Jeff is a famous chef in California. I am grateful for all the help you've given me. Wearing a hat will prevent you from losing a lot of body heat.

Doctors, lawyers and engineers are all professional careers. He has the record for the fastest time in the breaststroke. Barack Obama is the first African-American to ever be elected President of the United States. He was born in Bangkok so that means he is Thai. Tom's nickname is 'the walking dictionary' because he has an extensive vocabulary. She performed well at the prestigious tennis championship. Would you please hold my purse while I go to the bathroom.

There is a vast variety of courses that you can choose from at a university.

Marvin always looked up to his older brother Hal.

If everyone lends a hand we can finish the housework in no time. Everyone was surprised when he stated that his ethnicity was Hispanic and not Caucasian. I occasionally like to go out and play golf. Our foundation was established to help students pay for university.

The competition in the auto industry includes several different countries.

The journalist made an insensitive racial remark on camera.

My career includes jobs in customer service, sales and management.

Our opinion did not differ from that of the other parents.

I commonly give money to various charities.

I met some of my very first friends in elementary school

It was the father's duty to work and provide for his family. Your tardiness is becoming a concern for us.

The correspondent gave a report about how the flood was affecting the people.

It is your own responsibility to look after your health.

No one had any issues about the restaurant we were going to this evening.

Oranges are a good source of vitamin C. My view of your boyfriend is not a good one. The school provided the students with new text books. Koean society is very family oriented. I think that many readers will enjoy the author's new approach to writing a story. He was walking very slowly behind the group of people. We set up our head quarters in a secure location.

The commission's report was clearly unbalanced against our view.

The news media is capable of presenting views that serve the interest of rich corporations and not the people.

She had a distorted understanding of a marriage because she grew up without a father.

She has a tendency to exaggerate the negative experiences in her life.

When my dog passed away, I was in complete misery. A feeling of despair come over me when I lost my job.

I'll stay late tonight to balance out the time I missed from coming in late this morning. I agree with you that we should try to do this again. Your book was helpful for my report on Chinese characters. They informed us about the meeting. The jury has reached its decision. Movie stars often receive tons of fan mail. Collin calls his girlfriend Melissa on a daily basis. It mostly snows during the very cold months of the year. The family enjoyed visiting Las Vegas because of the entertainment it offered.

I wrote an article about in the magazine about living in a foreign country.

The school teaches ways for using your memory effectively. Leonardo da Vinci was one of the greatest inventors of his day.

The queen was very upset because her son had married an ordinary girl. The coffee machine needed repairs, so the coffee shop couldn't sell any coffee! Life is much easier once you realize that nothing is perfect. My flight back home will take over ten hours. Karen successfully completed all the courses she needed to earn her degree.

We tested the new car to see how fast it could go.

I worked all day yesterday. In fact, I didn't even leave the house.

David had a dream that his girlfriend left him.

I grew up in a small town in the center of the country. Neither Tom nor Nancy can make the meeting tonight. We should go to church instead of out to play.

Dave and Clark are going to start up their own restaurant.

The invention of the printing press allowed for many books to be published.

Since they have no engines, gliders basically make no noise. Sue still hasn't decided what she will eat for dinner. You should make sure your room is dark in order to sleep better.

The engine broke down while we were going to the countryside.

You can see an example of a propeller on a common househould fan.

My car broke down so I had to take the bus to work.

I had to give up my apartment downtown.

It will make history when humans fly to Mars.

If you keep spinning, you will feel sick!

The distance between Newcastle and Sydney is about 160 km.

I really hope we can keep in touch with each other after you leave.

Tina was nice enough to share her notes on the American Revolution with me.

I went to see a heart specialist about my condition.

She is quite knowledgeable on that subject. She lacked confidence to run for president. My friend offered to pick me up from the airport when I return from India.

The attack on the young couple was in all of the newspapers. His ability to speak well extends beyond the classroom. He pretended to be polite but in reality he was quite rude. Many apartment buildings have security to safeguard its tenants. Mrs. Lee is a person you can trust with your life. My friend was posing as my cousin at the party. The computer programmer was an expert in analyzing computer codes.

It takes a lot of skill to be a professional mountain climber.

The doctor advised the patient to stop eating chocolate.

It's always a good idea to install a firewall to protect your computer.

Today's technology is so much more advanced from what we had in the 1960s. Some people think that it's ok to hack into someone else's computer. The hotel has corporate deals for businesses. Prison is not a place where most people want to go.

She has been offered partnership at the law firm where she works.

Even though he won the lottery, he maintained basically the same lifestyle.

Tom always wastes food when he goes to a buffet.

I was able to get around the security system and enter the building.

Unfortunately, I don't have my credit card with me or I'd buy lunch.

I went to the tax office because they said that I didn't pay enough taxes this year.

Our manager is very efficient and he is always open for suggestions.

The technician was able to solve my problem over the phone.

She was able to fool him into thinking that she was down on her luck. This technology, in the hands of an immoral person, can cause great damage.

Earthquakes, tsunamis, and typhoons are considered natural disasters.

He illegally acquired Joe's bank information.

Fishing is one of my grandfather's favorite pastimes.

Her husband unexpectedly left the party. Even the common cold is getting harder to cure. Real-life experiences can teach you much more than a book. He had a clever idea to save the company. Baseball is the national pastime of countries like the USA and Japan. She often disagrees with my opinions.

A blue diamond is rare. The movie had a strange storyline. Sometimes for lunch, I just get something from the vending machine. Look out! There is a beetle crawling on your arm. I enjoy long walks through nature.

My sister is a conservationist who refuses to drive a car. David likes to collect CDs. King Kong destroyed everything in his path. I think it's best for animals to live in the wild. John's parents own their own market.

My older sister usually looks after me when my parents are out.

Donald is quite short. On the other hand, his sister Donna is not. Smoking cigarettes is harmful to one's health. All living creatures must learn to appreciate life. Many different creatures live on the Earth. I really dislike the taste of spinach. You must treat your pets with kindness.

There were many items for sale.

Some of the artists at the show were quite famous.

My son is a good-looking boy.

His identity was not revealed until after the trial was completed.

May I propose an idea that may help us solve our problem? Most people are familiar with the bible and its teaching. Tony and Sue are the model couple. It was impossible to remove the gum in Henry's hair. My English teacher is so attractive that I find it very hard to concentrate in class. Can I have my hamburger without onions? Girls like to shape their eyebrows so that they are neat and thin. The landscape was especially colorful in the fall.

Perhaps Picassos most famous work is the painting Guernica.

It was a complete mystery who stole the diamonds. The intrigued onlookers tried to get a look at the suspect as the police put her into the car. Many of the scientists rejected her theory about time travel.

My husband is a movie buff who enjoys talking film.

I saw the lovely portrait that they had taken of Daisy.

There is a particular order that needs to be followed. We heard an uneartly sound coming from the basement. This is an actual tank that was used in WWII. Professor Gordon is a historian of ancient Egypt.

I sent my manuscript of my first novel to the publisher.

Bernie positively identified the people who stole his car. With the birth of the industrial age, life would never be the same. Joey apparently didn't care for his lunch. He hardly touched it.

I enjoy taking long walks and enjoying the scenery. The specific type of chocolate he likes is only found in Europe. I will definitely be taking a refresher course next fall.

She is a native of Indonesia.

Learning many languages can be beneficial in life.

If you borrow something, please bring it back before you are asked. I had a private meeting with the CEO of the company. Otto originally believed that he was going to Germany instead of England. There are many different flavors of ice cream in the world. A public library is for the benefit of everyone in the community. Professional athletes make very good salaries. In general, students are not supposed to leave campus during school hours. The detectives asked the witness to describe the suspect. I enjoy spending time in the sauna to help me relax. My doctor recommended that I get a back massage at least twice a month.

My father took me to a barber to get my first haircut when I was a boy. I made dinner while you were out shopping. I prefer to take liquid medicines because they are easier for me to swallow than pills. It's pretty common for people to pour syrup over pancakes.

Mr. Van Patten is proud of his Dutch heritage. The steam from the shower made the bathroom mirror foggy. Where is the nearest sports facility? The Finninsh winters can be very cold.

Old style TVs are slowly being replaced by flat screened TVs. His boots were full of mud. Perhaps if you ask him nicely, he'll let you borrow his car.

My mother rubbed some lotion onto my back.

The box was filled with an unknown substance. The bathroom was full of vapor after the man took a shower. I try to eat vegetables at every meal.

Australia is mainly desert. Many non profit organizations exist to serve the community. The neighboring community is a popular tourist site. A spoon is useful when eating soup. After the fire, the house was ruined. Tom damaged the car by crashing into a tree. He was being treated for burns at the hospital. The infectious diseas spread very quickly. You can never tell when he's serious. This brand is known all over the world.

Countries like South Korea and Japan do not have much farmland. You can leave after you turn in your test. The storm caused a blackout in many towns. I had sand all over my feet from being at the beach.

Humans cannot breath under water.

Desertification is becoming a major problem in some countries.

Cities generally have more pollution than the rural areas. Researchers are looking for ways to reduce the risk of cancer. I drink a large amount of water every day. Computer games are fun but did you know they are used to train pilots as well? Eating too much sugar will harm your teeth. Good soil is important for growing crops. The small weak puppy turned into a large ferocious dog.

Yellow dust from China arrives on the Korean peninsula every spring. The traffic moved along easily. The strong winds blew away his hat.

The farmer had to cut down some trees so he could plant some crops.

My mom gave me less juice than my brother. The rocks were crushed into a fine powder.

The plane was delayed due to the bad weather. He lacks the necessary skills for the job.

The students have shown such outstanding growth from their first exam.

The doctor checked Sue's temperature when she had a fever. I prepared myself for the worst situation. Fruits and vegetables have many of the nutrients that people need.

We need to eliminate all the ants in our house. Her work schedule interferes with the amount of time she can spend at home. Martin tries to live a healthy lifestyle as much as he can. Would you mind checking my finger, I think it might be broken. My uncle had a kidney transplant last year.

Yogurt helps the digestion process to move along smoothly.

Your intestines help you to absorb and digest nutrients. He took out his guitar from this case and began to play a song.

I try not to take in more calories than I need each day.

Can you believe that he ate an entire large pizza in one sitting. I enjoy eating a large meal at lunch so that I'm not that hungry in the evening. The juice was too sweet so we diluted it with more water. I have produced many pamphlets for you to use A normal amount of sleep is about eight hours. If your urine is an unusal color, you should see a doctor at once. Tom probably will go to the party tomorrow. It is still quite dark very early in the morning.

Healthy organs means a healthy body.

There was blood after Tom cut himself accidently.

The process of lawsuits can take several years.

The president said he would not withdraw the troops from the region.

A person is no different from a machine. If you overwork either, they will break down.

The weatherman predicted that it would snow tomorrow.

The sewing pattern was not as complicated as it looked. Her symptoms are related to the illness. Some people today believe that they have the power to foretell the future. The teacher observed the new students in the class before beginning the lesson. Are you connected with the Internet at your new house yet? A 'kimono' is a traditional piece of Japanese clothing. Jared has a belief that aliens have visited the Earth. I did not notice the color of her eyes because she was wearing glasses. After a series of events that went wrong, no one wanted to stay at the camp. Tom moved from the countryside to the city, because there weren't enough jobs. The rainstorm was so fierce that it made traveling impossible. Would you please take another look at my essay to make sure I didn't make any mistakes. The surprising news of their engagement confused everyone. Earthquakes are so strong that they can destroy an entire city.

The researchers realized that the monster never existed.

The increase of crime has led many people to buy home security systems.

I took a bite of my sandwich and quickly spit it out. The storm hit so unexpectedly that we had no time to prepare.

The investigation into the fire showed that it had been started on purpose. A public library is for the benefit of everyone in the community. The aggressive behavior of the child caused much concern for the parents. Our dog was barking so loud last night that it woke the whole neighborhood.

There was a jump in the number of volunteers when people found out that volunteers got to meet many of the celebrities backstage.

The wilderness is located on the southern edge of the country. With the security system down, our house was left unprotected.

The destructive winds caused great damage to the small town.

Many families are torn by violent behavior.

Most breakfast foods are only available during the morning hours.

The animated movie was actually a bigger hit with adults than children. Our new teacher seems likeable to the entire class. The doctors were aware of the reality of the current situation. Charlene has a way of coming up with very original ideas. Most people like him because he is so charming. The footprint of the dinosaur was enormous. In the film, the man played a comic book character that had supernatural powers. Her diary contained detailed information about her childhood. The world of fantasy is a place where the only limitation is your mind. The kids enjoy watching cartoons on Saturday mornings. I need to find a good job after I graduate so I can start paying off my student loans.

Helen and Eunice decided to join a summer baseball team. The little puss was sleeping soundly in his basket. They made an animation movie based on the cartoon character.

Comic books from Japan are very popular in Korea.

Dragon Ball Z is a Japanese animation cartoon. My grandfather is a very warm-hearted man. All living creatures must learn to appreciate life. Since I was having trouble finding the answer, my teacher pointed it out to me. Calvin hurt his knee when he fell off his bike. If you purchase more than one item online, I will combine the shipping price.

Folktales are used to explain strange or unusual happenings. They had some exciting adventures on their vacation.

It is important to build trust when it comes to any relationship. It's difficult to focus completely on one task. Even in the city, the early mornings are very peaceful. I have to concentrate more on my future plans. I believe the sense of touch is the most important of all the senses. Tornado storms, hurricanes, and earthquakes are very powerful natural disasters. The audience applauded as the show came to an end.

Mimi was filled with confidence after her teacher praised her hard work.

The president is selected through an election process.

The leader of Australia, changes every three years.

The appearance of the house was quite old. Paul's tidy house was always a point of pride for him. Seeing Jane again stirred up many emotions inside of Phillip.

I really enjoy watching the World Cup. All the players are extremely active. Sara never pays attention. For example, on her last quiz, she got all the questions wrong. The storm caused a blackout in many towns. Shes so excited about her birthday party. I don't have the energy to do any more work. I'm too tired. He was late arriving to the meeting, therefore he missed some information.

It was hard for me to calm down after seeing the awful car accident.

I didn't sleep much last night so I nodded off during the professors lecture. Martin's eyes were deep-blue and so serious looking. She has the inner strength to overcome just about any obstacle.

I hope that all the world leaders understand the seriousness of terrorism. Most men will wear a dark-colored suit to a wedding. The energetic puppy wanted to play all evening long. Mr. White has been a politician most of his life.

It is difficult to get an interview with famous people.

The interview with the CEO is only a formality, you've already got the job.

I went to the beach and collected all the seashells I could find.

Put a stamp on your postcard before you mail it.

How much do you think that artifact is worth? My brother's hobby is writing short stories. The reason they went to France was to visit relatives. I practice judo three times a week. In times of trouble, many people turn to religion for comfort. Gold is very valuable because it is in such short supply. Did you determine who will be in charge after you leave? Even though he's had his laptop for over 8 years, it is still in good condition.

I've been a philatelist since I was ten when my dad got me into the hobby.

Donna has been in the bathroom for well over an hour! What is she doing in there?

Put the side that has the adhesive on it against the wall.

The postal service is very efficient in that town. Our country has recently introduced high-speed trains that will connect many cities. The New Yorker is a well-known and respected magazine. All campers were issued a hat and a T-shirt. There is a particular watch that I am interested in buying. Now that you've finished college, what are your plans down the road?

The value of the new car decreased the moment it was driven off the lot. One factor of a stamp's value is the print run. Some antique cars can go for thousands of dollars.

When candy melts, it can get sticky.

a general amount, a supply The popularity of the new phone caused the company to expand rapidly.

Every little detail is helpful in an investigation.

The secretary made a brief announcement over the loudspeaker.

I saw a commercial on TV last night about a get-rich-quick scheme. Please make sure that you give a duplicate of your speech to the principal so she can review it.

I'm in the process of collecting material for an article that I'm writing.

Advertising lets a person be very creative.

Everyone has a different method of doing their studies efficiently.

I spend my day analyzing date from various sources.

Please make notes of your observation and then report them to your teacher. Shannon managed to get a copy of the writer's manuscript. In order to grow the bacteria, the temperature must be constant. The music company tries to halt piracy of copyrighted recordings. Police are looking for the culprits responsible for the bank robbery.

The workers shut down the factory for a day by refusing to work.

I was sued for damaging his car.

The greedy child refused to share any of his bag of candy with his sister.

My computer automatically updates new virus protection software.

Some scientists agree that adding flouride to the tap water has made a big difference in the health of people's teeth. He stood at the bottom of the stairs and called up to me.

Oranges are a good source of vitamin C.

The fingerprint was the final link to the puzzle. I saw an ad for the latest laptop computer on TV. Popular products are produced more often.

Marcus beat his opponent in an exciting race.

The continuous sound of the girl's crying was driving me crazy.

Lawyers spend a good deal of their time in court helping their clients.

I overlooked paying my Internet fee so I lost my connection to the web. The event was held to promote world peace.

The handsome baby received a lot of attention wherever he went. That nurse saved her life. Joyce inherited her aunt's summer cottage in Maine. Sir George is the next heir to the king's throne. He managed to save a fortune over his lifetime. The lifeguard rescued the young boy from the ocean. If you can repair something, it's better than buying a new one. The countess was actually a common girl who married into royalty.

Bill Gates is a very wealthy man. After many years, our family dog finally passed away.

The teacher gave us instructions to sing in harmony.

The park is private property and not open to the public. Sally is the owner of this restaurant. I want to take my pet to show and tell.

Poodles are usually small dogs that are really just bred for show. Shelly was named captain of her soccer team. The United Kingdom still uses the pound instead of the Euro. My yellow Lab is part of a smart breed of dogs. Mutts may be a mixture of breeds but they are incredibly smart.

When a major event takes place, all newspapers have the same headline.

Audrey Hepburn was the actress who starred in Breakfast at Tiffany's.

You must be cautious when choosing a husband.

I hope that there wasn't too much damage to your car after the accident. German Shepherds are a common breed of dog that is prized for its intelligence and loyalty. If you forgot your baseball mitt it's no big deal, I have an extra one. The Rottweiler is a very aggressive breed of dog, which most people are scared of. Their poodle has very curly hair. Bonnie and Gerald have many things in common.

Everyone without umbrellas ran under shelter to avoid the rain.

His homerun in the bottom of the ninth inning to win the championship game was nothing short of heroic.