Unit 69

Words 1361–1380 · sun, healthy, blow, volume, location, invest

  1. sun

    #1361

    noun

    the bright star that gives Earth light and heat during the day

    1. The sun is shining brightly through the kitchen window.

    2. We sat in the sun and ate lunch in the park.

    3. Wear a hat to protect your face from the sun.

    4. The plants grow well because they get plenty of sun.

    5. We watched the sunset from the beach after dinner.

  2. healthy

    #1362

    adjective

    In good physical or mental condition, or beneficial to health and well-being.

    1. He is healthy and strong after months of regular exercise.

    2. She chose a healthy breakfast of yogurt, fruit, and whole-grain toast.

    3. The doctor recommends a healthy diet with plenty of vegetables.

    4. Our school offers healthy snacks instead of candy.

    5. They have a healthy relationship because they listen to each other.

  3. blow

    #1363

    verb, noun

    To send air from your mouth or move air strongly; a sudden hit or disappointment.

    1. Please blow on the soup because it is still very hot.

    2. The wind blew my hat into the street.

    3. She blew up three balloons for the children's party.

    4. He blew his nose before going back to work.

    5. Losing the game was a real blow to our team.

  4. volume

    #1364

    noun

    the amount of sound, space, liquid, or goods that something contains

    1. Please turn down the volume; the music is too loud.

    2. This bottle has a volume of one liter.

    3. The library has a high volume of books for students.

    4. The doctor asked how much volume of water I drink daily.

    5. The first volume of this book series was a birthday gift.

  5. location

    #1365

    noun

    A place or position where someone or something is located.

    1. Please send me your location so I can find you.

    2. The restaurant is in a convenient location near the station.

    3. We chose a quiet location for our family picnic.

    4. The teacher changed the location of the class meeting.

    5. The doctor checked the location of the pain in my back.

  6. invest

    #1366

    verb

    To put money, time, or effort into something to get a useful result.

    1. Many people invest in a retirement plan for their future.

    2. She invested her savings in a small local business.

    3. We invest time in learning new skills at work.

    4. The school is investing in better computers for students.

    5. He invested heavily in his health by joining a gym.

  7. proceed

    #1367

    verb

    to continue doing something, especially after stopping or making a decision

    1. After lunch, we proceeded with the meeting.

    2. Please proceed to the gate after checking your passport.

    3. The doctor proceeded with the examination carefully.

    4. The teacher told the students to proceed with the exercise.

    5. We proceeded slowly because the road was covered with ice.

  8. wash

    #1368

    verb, noun

    To clean something with water, or the act of cleaning with water.

    1. Please wash your hands before dinner.

    2. I washed the dishes after breakfast.

    3. She washes her hair every morning.

    4. We need to wash these apples before eating them.

    5. The rain washed the dirt off his car.

  9. actor

    #1369

    noun

    A person who performs in films, plays, or television shows.

    1. The actor played the main character in a popular film.

    2. My sister wants to become an actor after finishing school.

    3. The actor learned his lines before the first rehearsal.

    4. A famous actor served dinner to guests at the restaurant.

    5. The children laughed when their teacher acted like a funny actor.

  10. glad

    #1370

    adjective

    feeling happy and pleased about something

    1. I'm glad you came to visit us today.

    2. She was glad to hear that her brother arrived safely.

    3. We are glad to help you carry those heavy bags.

    4. He was glad that the doctor said his shoulder was better.

    5. I’m glad we brought warm coats for the cold trip.

  11. tape

    #1371

    noun, verb

    A narrow strip used to stick, hold, or cover things; to fasten something with it.

    1. Please use tape to fix this torn envelope.

    2. She put tape around the box before sending it.

    3. The teacher taped the picture to the classroom wall.

    4. We recorded the interview on tape many years ago.

    5. The nurse taped a bandage to his arm.

  12. whereas

    #1372

    conjunction

    used to compare two different facts, actions, or situations

    1. I like tea, whereas my sister prefers coffee.

    2. Tom works in an office, whereas his wife works from home.

    3. This jacket is warm, whereas that one is much lighter.

    4. The train is fast, whereas the bus is cheaper.

    5. My brother eats meat, whereas I choose vegetables.

  13. opposite

    #1373

    noun, adjective, preposition

    A person or thing that is completely different from another person or thing.

    1. The pharmacy is opposite the bank on the main street.

    2. Our opinions are completely opposite, but we still enjoy talking.

    3. The opposite of hot is cold.

    4. She sat opposite me during the long train journey.

    5. He walked in the opposite direction and missed the bus.

  14. stone

    #1374

    noun, verb

    a hard, solid piece of rock; to throw stones at something

    1. She found a beautiful stone on the beach.

    2. The old stone house has thick walls and small windows.

    3. He dropped a stone into the quiet pond.

    4. The doctor found a small stone in her kidney.

    5. The angry boys threw stones at the empty bottle.

  15. sum

    #1375

    noun, verb

    A total amount found by adding numbers; to add numbers together.

    1. The sum of five and three is eight.

    2. Please sum the prices before you pay.

    3. The repair cost came to a large sum.

    4. He paid the full sum in cash.

    5. The sums in my homework were difficult.

  16. murder

    #1376

    noun, verb

    The crime of killing someone deliberately, or to kill someone deliberately.

    1. The police are investigating a murder in the city center.

    2. He was charged with murder after the man died.

    3. The murder shocked everyone in the small town.

    4. The detective solved the murder by finding a hidden knife.

    5. The film is about a detective trying to stop a murderer.

  17. monitor

    #1377

    noun, verb

    A screen used with a computer, or to watch something carefully.

    1. I bought a new monitor for my home office.

    2. The nurse monitored his temperature during the night.

    3. Teachers monitor students during the school test.

    4. We monitored the flight times at the airport.

    5. The chef monitored the soup while it cooked.

  18. soldier

    #1378

    noun

    A person trained to fight for their country’s army.

    1. The soldier carried a heavy backpack during the long march.

    2. The young soldier returned home after serving overseas.

    3. The soldiers guarded the entrance to the military base.

    4. My grandfather was a soldier during the war.

    5. The toy shop sells small plastic soldiers for children.

  19. finance

    #1379

    noun, verb

    The management of money, or the money needed for a business, project, or purchase.

    1. She studied finance at university and now works for a bank.

    2. We need to check our finances before booking the holiday.

    3. The company is looking for finance to build a new factory.

    4. My brother financed his new car with a bank loan.

    5. Good financial planning helps families save money for emergencies.

  20. hate

    #1380

    verb, noun

    To strongly dislike someone or something; a strong feeling of dislike.

    1. I hate waiting in long lines at the supermarket.

    2. She hates getting up early for work.

    3. We hated the cold weather during our trip.

    4. He hates doing homework after a busy day at school.

    5. I hate it when my friends cancel plans.

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