Everyday English Core Vocabulary

Lesson 41 Actions and Movement · Feelings and Relationships

Build confidence with 10 useful words connected to actions and movement, feelings and relationships, and home and daily life.

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dare (verb)verb
“Do you dare to jump into the cold water?”
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barrier (noun)noun
“A fence forms a barrier around the garden.”
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rid (verb)verb
“We need to rid the room of old boxes.”
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divorce (noun)noun
“Their divorce was completed last spring.”
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ruin (verb)verb
“Heavy rain could ruin our outdoor party.”
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bury (verb)verb
“The dog likes to bury bones in the garden.”
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counsel (verb)verb
“A therapist can counsel people during difficult times.”
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tendency (noun)noun
“He has a tendency to arrive late.”
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frequent (adjective)adjective
“Frequent breaks help me stay focused.”
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motor (noun)noun
“The motor makes the washing machine spin.”