Unit 39

Words 761–780 · below, movie, doctor, discussion, sorry, challenge

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  1. below

    #761

    adverb, preposition, adjective

    in, at, or to a lower place or level

    1. Please read the information below.

    2. The temperature fell below zero last night.

    3. Our room is below the kitchen.

    4. The photo below shows my family.

    5. The plane flew below the clouds.

  2. movie

    #762

    noun

    A film that tells a story or shows events for people to watch.

    1. We watched a funny movie at home.

    2. That movie made me laugh a lot.

    3. The new movie starts at seven.

    4. Our class watched a movie about animals.

    5. She bought movie tickets for Saturday.

  3. doctor

    #763

    noun

    A person trained to treat people who are ill or injured.

    1. I need to see a doctor today.

    2. The doctor checked my heart and lungs.

    3. My doctor gave me some good advice.

    4. The doctor treated his broken arm.

    5. She wants to become a doctor someday.

  4. discussion

    #764

    noun

    A talk where people share ideas, opinions, or information about something.

    1. We had a discussion about our holiday plans.

    2. The class discussion started after the short story.

    3. They had a serious discussion about money.

    4. The team discussed the problem at work.

    5. After dinner, we enjoyed a friendly discussion.

  5. sorry

    #765

    adjective, interjection, noun

    Used to say you feel bad about something or to apologize.

    1. I'm sorry I'm late for school.

    2. Sorry, could you say that again?

    3. She felt sorry for the sick dog.

    4. He said sorry after breaking the cup.

    5. We were sorry to leave our friends.

  6. challenge

    #766

    noun, verb

    A difficult task or situation that tests your ability; to question or invite someone to compete.

    1. Learning English is a fun challenge.

    2. The teacher challenged us with a hard question.

    3. This job is a big challenge for me.

    4. The boy challenged his friend to a race.

    5. She is challenging herself to eat healthier food.

  7. nation

    #767

    noun

    A country and its people, especially when considered as one group.

    1. Our nation celebrates its birthday every summer.

    2. The nation elected a new leader.

    3. Many nations work together on climate change.

    4. She traveled to another nation for work.

    5. The whole nation cheered for the team.

  8. nearly

    #768

    adverb

    almost, but not completely or quite

    1. It is nearly time for dinner.

    2. The glass is nearly full.

    3. We nearly missed the train.

    4. She nearly fell on the wet floor.

    5. The baby is nearly two years old.

  9. statement

    #769

    noun

    Words that say or explain something, often given in speech or writing.

    1. She made a statement about the accident.

    2. Please read the statement before you sign it.

    3. The company released a statement yesterday.

    4. His bank statement arrived this morning.

    5. The teacher asked for a written statement.

  10. link

    #770

    noun, verb

    A connection between people, places, things, or ideas.

    1. Send me the link to that website.

    2. This road links the town to the airport.

    3. The doctor linked his cough to allergies.

    4. The two lessons are closely linked.

    5. The train links the city with the coast.

  11. despite

    #771

    preposition

    used to say that something happened or is true even though something else might stop it

    1. Despite the rain, we went for a walk.

    2. She smiled despite feeling tired.

    3. Despite his age, he runs every morning.

    4. We finished the work despite the problems.

    5. Despite the cold, the children played outside.

  12. introduce

    #772

    verb

    to tell someone your name or help people meet for the first time

    1. Let me introduce you to my friend.

    2. The teacher introduced a new student.

    3. She introduced herself at the meeting.

    4. The restaurant introduced a new lunch menu.

    5. The doctor introduced a simple health plan.

  13. advantage

    #773

    noun

    Something that helps you or gives you a better chance of success.

    1. Speaking English is a big advantage at work.

    2. Our team has an advantage because we practice daily.

    3. The hotel has the advantage of being near the beach.

    4. She used her height to her advantage in basketball.

    5. The store offers special advantages to its members.

  14. ready

    #774

    adjective, adverb

    Prepared and able to do something or use something.

    1. Are you ready to leave now?

    2. Dinner is ready, so please come inside.

    3. The students are ready for the test.

    4. This meal is ready to eat.

    5. She was ready to help her sick friend.

  15. marry

    #775

    verb

    to become someone’s husband or wife

    1. They plan to marry next summer.

    2. She married her best friend last year.

    3. Many people marry after college.

    4. He wants to marry someone kind.

    5. My sister is marrying her boyfriend.

  16. strike

    #776

    verb, noun

    To hit something or suddenly happen; a work stoppage by workers.

    1. He struck the ball over the fence.

    2. Lightning struck the tall tree yesterday.

    3. The workers went on strike last week.

    4. She struck a match to light the candle.

    5. A strange idea struck me on the bus.

  17. mile

    #777

    noun

    A unit of distance equal to 1,609 meters or 5,280 feet.

    1. The hotel is two miles from here.

    2. We walked three miles along the beach.

    3. She drives five miles to work.

    4. My brother ran a mile yesterday.

    5. The shop is half a mile away.

  18. seek

    #778

    verb

    to try to find or get something

    1. We seek help when we have problems.

    2. She sought advice from her doctor.

    3. They are seeking a new place to live.

    4. The school seeks more volunteers this year.

    5. He sought a quiet café near the station.

  19. ability

    #779

    noun

    The skill or power to do something.

    1. She has the ability to speak three languages.

    2. His ability to swim saved his life.

    3. The test checks your ability to read.

    4. This job needs the ability to work quickly.

    5. Exercise can improve your ability to sleep.

  20. unit

    #780

    noun

    one single thing that is part of a larger group or system

    1. The air conditioning unit is broken.

    2. Our apartment has three heating units.

    3. The soldiers moved as one unit.

    4. This course has six study units.

    5. The shop sells units of fresh cheese.

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