Unit 65
Words 1281–1300 · trend, initial, pleasure, suggestion, critical, gather
trend
#1281noun, verb
A general direction in which something is developing or changing.
The latest fashion trend is wearing loose, comfortable clothes.
There is a growing trend toward working from home.
Healthy eating trends are changing what people buy at the supermarket.
Our teacher asked us to study trends in school attendance.
Short videos are trending among my friends this month.
initial
#1282adjective, noun
Happening first, or the first letter of a name.
Our initial plan was to meet at the train station.
Please write your initials on the bottom of the form.
The initial cost of the meal was higher than expected.
She made her initial payment for the new apartment.
The doctor checked his initials before starting the treatment.
pleasure
#1283noun
a happy or enjoyable feeling, or something that gives you this feeling
It was a pleasure to meet your family yesterday.
She takes great pleasure in cooking for her friends.
The hotel staff welcomed us with pleasure.
Reading a good book is one of my simple pleasures.
He smiled with pleasure when the doctor said he was healthy.
suggestion
#1284noun
an idea or plan that someone offers for others to think about or use
Thanks for your suggestion; let’s try the new restaurant tonight.
My manager accepted my suggestion for shorter team meetings.
The teacher asked for suggestions about our school trip.
The doctor gave me some suggestions for getting better sleep.
We followed your suggestion and packed snacks for the train journey.
critical
#1285adjective
Very important or serious, especially because something may fail or change.
The patient is in critical condition after the accident.
Good communication is critical for a successful team.
The teacher gave me critical advice about my school project.
The restaurant received critical reviews for its slow service.
Please be critical of the plan before we make a decision.
gather
#1286verb
to bring people or things together in one place
The children gathered around their teacher after class.
We gathered all the dishes and put them in the sink.
Dark clouds gathered over the mountains before the storm.
Please gather information before you make your decision.
Friends gathered at the station to welcome Anna.
mostly
#1287adverb
More than half, or usually, but not completely or always.
The children mostly play outside after school.
I mostly drink water during the day.
The audience was mostly young students.
We mostly use the kitchen for cooking and eating.
The trip was mostly enjoyable, despite the rainy weather.
earth
#1288noun
the planet we live on, or the soil and land beneath our feet
The Earth moves around the sun once every year.
Please put the empty bottle in the earth-friendly recycling bin.
The children planted small seeds in the earth.
After the earthquake, people slept outside on the earth.
The farmer grows vegetables in rich earth.
pop
#1289verb, noun
to make a short, sharp sound or suddenly appear; a small amount of something
The balloon popped while the children were playing.
Pop the corn in a covered pan over medium heat.
She popped into the shop to buy some milk.
A message popped up on my phone during class.
He gave the bottle a pop and opened it easily.
essential
#1290adjective, noun
Absolutely necessary or extremely important for a particular purpose.
Good communication is essential for a successful team.
Pack essential items before you leave for the airport.
Breakfast is essential because it gives children energy for school.
Wearing a helmet is essential when you ride a bike.
The doctor explained the essentials of staying healthy.
desire
#1291noun, verb
a strong wish to have or do something
She has a strong desire to travel around the world.
His desire for success helped him work hard every day.
The children desired ice cream after playing outside.
I desire a quiet room where I can rest tonight.
The doctor asked about my desire to eat less sugar.
promote
#1292verb
To help something grow, develop, or become more popular.
The company promoted her to manager after five years.
We promoted the new restaurant on social media.
The school promotes healthy eating among its students.
Regular exercise promotes better sleep and more energy.
The hotel promotes a peaceful holiday near the beach.
currently
#1293adverb
At the present time; now.
She is currently working from home.
The museum is currently closed for repairs.
I am currently looking for a new apartment.
He is currently studying for his final exams.
The doctor is currently treating several patients.
employ
#1294verb
to give someone a job and pay them for their work
The company employs more than two hundred people.
Our school employs a nurse to help sick students.
They employed a local guide during their trip to Italy.
The farmer employs three workers to pick apples each autumn.
The restaurant employs fresh herbs to improve the soup's flavor.
path
#1295noun
A way or track that people walk, travel, or move along.
We followed the path through the forest to the lake.
This path leads to the main road near the village.
Please clear the path so the nurse can bring the wheelchair.
The company is looking for a new path to growth.
Regular exercise can help you stay on the path to better health.
topic
#1296noun
A subject that people talk, write, or learn about.
The main topic of today's meeting is our new project.
We chose an interesting topic for our school presentation.
Let's change the topic; I don't want to discuss money.
The book covers several topics about healthy eating.
Travel was a popular topic during our dinner with friends.
beach
#1297noun
An area of sand or small stones beside the sea or a lake.
We spent the afternoon relaxing on the beach.
The children built a sandcastle on the beach.
Let's take a walk along the beach before dinner.
The hotel has a private beach for its guests.
Strong waves washed several shells onto the beach.
attract
#1298verb
to make someone or something interested in or interested in coming closer
The colorful window display attracted many shoppers.
The festival attracts visitors from many different countries.
Bright flowers attract bees to our garden.
The smell of fresh bread attracted me to the bakery.
The new club attracted students who enjoyed playing music.
engage
#1299verb
to become involved in something, communicate with someone, or attract someone's interest.
The children engaged in a lively game after school.
Please engage with your classmates during the group discussion.
The teacher used a story to engage the students' attention.
I engage in regular exercise to keep my heart healthy.
We engaged a local guide to show us around the city.
powerful
#1300adjective
having a strong effect, great strength, or a lot of power
The powerful storm knocked down several trees in our street.
This powerful computer can run several programs at once.
She gave a powerful speech that moved everyone in the room.
Garlic has a powerful smell, so open the kitchen window.
The doctor prescribed a powerful medicine for his serious infection.