Everyday English Core Vocabulary

Lesson 21 Communication · Actions and Movement

Build confidence with 10 useful words connected to communication, actions and movement, and work and study.

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ball (noun)noun
“He kicked the ball across the wet field.”
2
cry (verb)verb
“The child began to cry after falling down.”
3
introduction (noun)noun
“Maria made an introduction before the two colleagues talked.”
4
requirement (noun)noun
“A passport is a requirement for this trip.”
5
north (noun)noun
“The mountains lie to the north of town.”
6
confirm (verb)verb
“Please confirm that you received my message.”
7
senior (adjective)adjective
“Ask a senior manager to approve the plan.”
8
photo (noun)noun
“She shared a photo from her holiday.”
9
refuse (verb)verb
“He may refuse the offer if conditions change.”
10
transport (verb)verb
“Trucks transport vegetables from farms to markets.”