Unit 110

Words 2181–2200 · album, singer, trail, trap, loose, extension

  1. album

    #2181

    noun

    A collection of songs released together, or a book for collecting photographs or stamps.

    1. Her new album has twelve songs and is already popular with fans.

    2. I bought the band's latest album after hearing their song on the radio.

    3. My grandmother keeps an old photo album on the living room bookshelf.

    4. We looked through our holiday album and remembered our trip to Spain.

    5. The students created an album of drawings from their art project.

  2. singer

    #2182

    noun

    A person who sings, especially as a job or in public performances.

    1. The singer performed three popular songs at the concert last night.

    2. My sister wants to become a singer when she finishes school.

    3. We heard a street singer during our walk through the city.

    4. The singer practiced every morning before recording her new album.

    5. A famous singer visited the children’s hospital and sang for patients.

  3. trail

    #2183

    noun, verb

    A path through the countryside, or to follow behind someone or something.

    1. We followed the trail through the forest until we reached the lake.

    2. The hiking trail becomes very muddy after heavy rain.

    3. Police dogs tracked the trail left by the missing person.

    4. The software company is trailing its competitors in international sales.

    5. The little boy trailed behind his parents at the busy market.

  4. trap

    #2184

    noun, verb

    A hidden danger or device that catches someone; to catch someone or something unexpectedly.

    1. The mouse was caught in a trap under the kitchen sink.

    2. Be careful not to fall into the trap of skipping breakfast.

    3. The police set a trap for the thief near the train station.

    4. The hikers became trapped by heavy snow on the mountain.

    5. The sales assistant warned me about a trap in the contract.

  5. loose

    #2185

    adjective, verb

    Not tight or firmly fixed; to release something or make it no longer tight.

    1. These shoes feel loose, so I need thicker socks.

    2. The loose handle came off when I lifted the suitcase.

    3. Please tie your loose hair back before cooking dinner.

    4. The dog got loose and ran across the park.

    5. The doctor told me to loosen my belt after eating.

  6. extension

    #2186

    noun

    Extra time, space, or an added part connected to something larger.

    1. The hotel gave us an extension because our flight was canceled.

    2. She asked for an extension on her school project until Friday.

    3. We need an extension cord to reach the lamp across the room.

    4. The company built an extension to provide more office space.

    5. Please call the sales extension if you need help with your order.

  7. wealth

    #2187

    noun

    A large amount of money, property, or valuable things that someone owns.

    1. The family built its wealth through years of hard work and careful saving.

    2. Many people believe wealth brings happiness, but strong friendships matter more.

    3. The museum displays the wealth of ancient kings through gold crowns and jewelry.

    4. She used her wealth to support hospitals, schools, and local community projects.

    5. The tour guide explained how trade brought great wealth to the old port.

  8. gradually

    #2188

    adverb

    Slowly changing over a period of time, with small changes happening one after another.

    1. The baby gradually learned to sleep through the night.

    2. She gradually became more confident after speaking English every day.

    3. The weather gradually improved during our week at the beach.

    4. He gradually added more vegetables to his meals for better health.

    5. The shop gradually reduced prices as the end of the season approached.

  9. tank

    #2189

    noun, verb

    A large container for holding liquid or gas, or a military vehicle with heavy armor.

    1. The water tank is empty, so we need to call the plumber today.

    2. The fish tank needs cleaning before we buy any more fish.

    3. The army tank moved slowly across the field during the training exercise.

    4. Please tank up the car before we leave for the airport.

    5. She tanked during the final exam because she had not slept well.

  10. evil

    #2190

    noun, adjective

    Very bad or harmful; a person or force that causes great suffering.

    1. The story is about a battle between good and evil.

    2. The evil king treated his people cruelly and stole their money.

    3. She believes that jealousy can bring out the evil in people.

    4. The doctor warned that smoking could cause serious health problems.

    5. They discovered an evil plan to cheat customers at the market.

  11. remarkable

    #2191

    adjective

    Very unusual or impressive because it is much better or greater than expected.

    1. She made remarkable progress after practicing English every day.

    2. The doctor was impressed by his remarkable recovery after the accident.

    3. We enjoyed a remarkable meal at a small restaurant near the harbor.

    4. The team achieved remarkable results despite having very little time.

    5. It is remarkable that the old house still looks beautiful.

  12. tune

    #2192

    noun, verb

    A melody, or to adjust something until it works or sounds right.

    1. I love this tune; it always makes me feel happy.

    2. Could you tune the guitar before the school concert?

    3. The mechanic tuned the engine before our long trip.

    4. She tuned the radio to her favorite station while cooking dinner.

    5. We need to tune our plans after the train was delayed.

  13. grass

    #2193

    noun, verb

    Green plants with narrow leaves that cover the ground; to feed or cut these plants.

    1. The children are playing football on the grass after school.

    2. Please keep off the grass while the gardeners plant new flowers.

    3. We sat on the grass and ate sandwiches during our lunch break.

    4. The horse was grazing on fresh grass beside the country road.

    5. I need to mow the grass before our friends arrive this afternoon.

  14. invitation

    #2194

    noun

    A request asking someone to come to an event, place, or occasion.

    1. We received an invitation to my cousin's wedding next month.

    2. Thank you for the invitation; I would love to come to dinner.

    3. She sent invitations to all her classmates for her birthday party.

    4. My manager gave me an invitation to attend the company's annual meeting.

    5. The hotel invitation included a free breakfast and a guided city tour.

  15. transition

    #2195

    noun, verb

    a change from one state, activity, or situation to another

    1. The transition from school to work can feel difficult at first.

    2. Our team is planning the transition to a new computer system.

    3. The film makes a smooth transition from a quiet scene to an exciting chase.

    4. She needed time to transition back to normal life after her hospital stay.

    5. Adding fresh herbs helped transition the simple soup into a flavorful meal.

  16. frighten

    #2196

    verb

    to make someone feel afraid or worried

    1. The loud thunder frightened the baby during the storm last night.

    2. Dark streets can frighten people who are walking home alone.

    3. The sudden noise frightened me while I was cooking dinner.

    4. Some students were frightened by the difficult exam before class began.

    5. The doctor’s serious voice frightened him, but the test results were normal.

  17. bid

    #2197

    noun, verb

    To offer money for something, or the amount of money offered.

    1. Several people made a bid for the painting at the evening auction.

    2. The company won the contract after submitting the lowest bid.

    3. I bid ten dollars for the old lamp at the market.

    4. She bid farewell to her friends before boarding the train.

    5. The team is bidding to host next year's international sports event.

  18. breed

    #2198

    noun, verb

    A type of animal, or to produce animals with particular qualities.

    1. She chose a gentle breed of dog that was good with children.

    2. This breed of chicken lays large brown eggs throughout the year.

    3. Some farmers breed sheep for their soft wool and healthy meat.

    4. The two horses were bred carefully to produce strong racing animals.

    5. Fear can breed problems when people avoid talking about difficult situations.

  19. extraordinary

    #2199

    adjective

    Very unusual, special, or impressive in a way that is much better than usual.

    1. She has an extraordinary talent for remembering people's names.

    2. The team made an extraordinary effort to finish the project on time.

    3. We enjoyed an extraordinary meal at a small restaurant near the station.

    4. The doctor said his recovery after the accident was extraordinary.

    5. They saw an extraordinary view of the mountains from their hotel room.

  20. brilliant

    #2200

    adjective

    Very clever, impressive, or excellent.

    1. That was a brilliant idea for solving the problem quickly.

    2. You did a brilliant job organizing the school festival.

    3. The hotel has a brilliant view of the mountains.

    4. She looked brilliant in her new blue dress at dinner.

    5. The doctor said his brilliant recovery surprised everyone.

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