Unit 29

Words 561–580 · accept, society, technology, mention, choice, save

Study PracticeListening · Speaking · Reading · Writing

accept
#561
verb
to agree to take something or agree that something is true
1. She accepted the invitation to dinner.
2. The store accepts credit cards.
3. He accepted the job after the interview.
4. The school accepted my application.
5. She accepted that she needed more rest.
society
#562
noun
People living together in an organized community or country.
1. Society needs laws to protect everyone.
2. Technology has changed society in many ways.
3. She wants to help society after school.
4. Good health is important for society.
5. The museum shows how society lived long ago.
technology
#563
noun
The use of scientific knowledge to make useful tools, machines, and systems.
1. Technology makes it easier to work from home.
2. Our school uses new technology every day.
3. This shop has the latest technology.
4. Medical technology helps doctors treat patients.
5. Technology helped us find our way.
mention
#564
verb, noun
To talk about someone or something briefly, or to name it in conversation.
1. She mentioned your name at lunch.
2. Please mention this problem to your teacher.
3. He mentioned meeting us after work.
4. The guide mentioned a beautiful beach nearby.
5. She made no mention of her headache.
choice
#565
noun
The act of choosing between two or more things, or the thing you choose.
1. You have a choice of two desserts.
2. She made the right choice for her health.
3. This blue shirt was my first choice.
4. We had little choice but to wait.
5. Students can choose their own project topic.
save
#566
verb, noun, preposition
To keep something for later, or prevent someone from danger, loss, or harm.
1. I save money for a new bike.
2. Please save some cake for me.
3. She saved the file before leaving work.
4. The doctor saved his life.
5. We saved two seats for our friends.
common
#567
adjective
Happening often or found in many places or among many people.
1. Colds are common in winter.
2. We have a common interest in music.
3. This is a common problem at work.
4. They use a common room after class.
5. Rice is common in many Asian meals.
culture
#568
noun
The beliefs, customs, art, and way of life of a group of people.
1. I love learning about different cultures.
2. Our school celebrates many cultures.
3. Food is an important part of culture.
4. The city has a rich culture.
5. We talked about work culture over lunch.
total
#569
noun, adjective, verb
The complete amount or number of something; complete or whole.
1. The total cost is ten dollars.
2. What is the total number of students?
3. The team played for total control.
4. We totally enjoyed our holiday.
5. The accident totally damaged the car.
demand
#570
noun, verb
A strong need or request for something, or to ask strongly for it.
1. Customers demand better service from the store.
2. The job demands long hours every day.
3. The teacher demanded quiet during the test.
4. There is high demand for fresh bread.
5. She demanded an answer from her friend.
material
#571
noun, adjective
The substance used to make something, or related to physical things.
1. This material feels soft and warm.
2. The teacher gave us reading material.
3. We need more building materials.
4. She bought material for a new dress.
5. The material is safe for children.
limit
#572
noun, verb
the greatest amount or level that is allowed or possible
1. There is a limit to how much we can spend.
2. Please limit your time in the sun.
3. The doctor told him to limit salt.
4. The car reached its speed limit.
5. Our class has a limit of twenty students.
listen
#573
verb
To pay attention to a sound or someone speaking.
1. Please listen carefully to the teacher.
2. I listen to music every evening.
3. Listen to this funny story!
4. We listened for the train at night.
5. She is listening to her doctor.
due
#574
adjective, noun, preposition
Expected or owed at a particular time, or caused by someone or something.
1. The baby is due next week.
2. Our rent is due on Friday.
3. The train is due at six.
4. The delay was due to heavy rain.
5. She paid the money due yesterday.
wrong
#575
adjective, adverb, noun
Not correct, suitable, or true; in an unsuitable or incorrect way.
1. I think you have the wrong answer.
2. She took the wrong bus to work.
3. This shirt is the wrong size for me.
4. My watch is wrong, so I arrived late.
5. There is something wrong with my stomach.
foot
#576
noun, verb
The part of your body below the ankle, or to walk somewhere.
1. My foot hurts after the long walk.
2. She put her foot under the table.
3. Please wipe your feet before coming inside.
4. He lost his footing on the wet floor.
5. We walked on foot to the station.
effort
#577
noun
The energy and hard work used to do something.
1. She made a great effort to help.
2. Your effort will make the job easier.
3. He passed the test through hard effort.
4. Cooking this meal took a lot of effort.
5. My doctor says exercise needs regular effort.
attention
#578
noun
The act of watching, listening to, or thinking carefully about someone or something.
1. Please pay attention to the teacher.
2. The baby needs attention from her mother.
3. The nurse gave attention to the injured man.
4. The store window caught my attention.
5. The children were seeking attention at dinner.
upon
#579
preposition
used to mean on or immediately after something
1. Upon arrival, please call your parents.
2. She smiled upon seeing her friends.
3. The baby cried upon waking.
4. Upon request, we can bring more food.
5. He acted quickly upon hearing the news.
check
#580
noun, verb
To look at something carefully to make sure it is correct, safe, or complete.
1. Please check your answers before you finish.
2. I checked the door before leaving home.
3. The nurse checked my temperature.
4. Can you check the price of this shirt?
5. We checked our bags at the airport.