Everyday English Core Vocabulary

Lesson 79 Work and Study · Food and Drink

Build confidence with 10 useful words connected to work and study, food and drink, and time and place.

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# Word Example sentence Listen Slow

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sweet (adjective)adjective
“This tea is too sweet for me.”
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permanent (adjective)adjective
“She found a permanent job at the library.”
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emotion (noun)noun
“Joy is a powerful emotion for many people.”
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pursue (verb)verb
“He wants to pursue a career in science.”
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tall (adjective)adjective
“My tall brother can reach the top shelf.”
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urge (verb)verb
“Doctors urge people to wash their hands regularly.”
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enemy (noun)noun
“The hero faced a dangerous enemy alone.”
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appoint (verb)verb
“The school will appoint a new principal soon.”
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milk (noun)noun
“The baby drinks warm milk before bed.”
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talent (noun)noun
“Her talent for music impressed the audience.”