Vocabulario en inglés 2

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run

To move swiftly on foot, or to operate. Ex: I run every morning before work. She runs a successful software business.

nodded

Moved the head down and up in agreement or greeting. Ex: He nodded silently when I spoke. She nodded to confirm the plan.

nodding off

Falling asleep unintentionally. Ex: He kept nodding off during the lecture. I was tired and started nodding off on the couch.

chest

The upper front part of the torso, or a sturdy box. Ex: He felt a sharp pain in his chest. An old wooden chest sat in the corner.

tight

Fixed firmly or fitting closely. Ex: These new shoes are very tight. Keep a tight hold on the railing.

provide

To supply or make available. Ex: We provide free meals to students. The hotel will provide clean towels upon request.

gatherings

Assemblies or meetings of people. Ex: Family gatherings were always loud. They hold regular social gatherings at the club.

squeezed

Pressed firmly together or extracted liquid. Ex: She squeezed his hand gently. He squeezed fresh juice from the oranges.

narrow

Of small width; limited. Ex: The car drove down a narrow alley. She had a narrow escape from the burning house.

beyond

At or to the further side of; past. Ex: The house stands beyond the river. The math problem was far beyond my ability.

funny

Causing laughter; humorous, or strange. Ex: That comedian told a funny story. A funny smell came from the basement.

shriek

A high-pitched piercing cry or sound. Ex: She let out a loud shriek of terror. A sudden shriek echoed in the hallway.

afford

To have enough money or time for something. Ex: We cannot afford a new car right now. Can you afford to take a week off work?

take off

To leave the ground, remove clothing, or leave suddenly. Ex: The plane will take off soon. Please take off your coat inside.

witness

A person who sees an event happen; to observe. Ex: Police spoke to a key witness. Did anyone witness the street accident?

retrieve

To get or bring something back. Ex: I went upstairs to retrieve my keys. The dog ran to retrieve the thrown stick.

look forward to

To anticipate something with pleasure. Ex: I look forward to meeting your family. We look forward to the upcoming holidays.

concerns

Worries, anxieties, or matters of importance. Ex: Environmental concerns are rising. The safety issues raise serious concerns.

get rid of

To dispose of or eliminate something unwanted. Ex: It is time to get rid of these old clothes. We must get rid of the pests.

whatnot

And other similar things; miscellaneous items. Ex: We bought snacks, drinks, and whatnot. She sells pins, scarves, and whatnot.

somehow

In a way that is not known or specified. Ex: We will manage to pay the rent somehow. Somehow, the lost ring was discovered.

pull over

To steer a vehicle to the side of the road. Ex: The officer signaled the driver to pull over. Let us pull over and look at the map.

period

A length of time, or punctuation mark. Ex: The study covered a five-year period. Put a period at the end of the sentence.

relate

To connect, narrate, or understand someone. Ex: I can relate to how nervous you feel. Heart disease is closely related to diet.

as far as

To the extent or degree that. Ex: As far as I know, the shop is open. As far as the weather goes, it looks clear.

eagerly

With great enthusiasm or keen desire. Ex: The kids eagerly unwrapped their presents. She eagerly accepted the job offer.

stood

Past tense of stand; remained upright on feet. Ex: He stood by the window watching rain. A statue stood in the middle of town.

remain

To stay in the same place or condition. Ex: Please remain seated until the plane stops. Few questions remain unanswered.

thick

Having a large distance between opposite sides; dense. Ex: She wore a thick winter sweater. A thick fog covered the valley.

whereas

In contrast or comparison with the fact that. Ex: She loves spicy dishes, whereas he hates them. Cats prefer warmth, whereas dogs adapt.

wide awake

Fully alert and completely out of sleep. Ex: I drank coffee and was wide awake at midnight. The baby was wide awake and smiling.

take out

To remove, extract, or buy food to eat elsewhere. Ex: Remember to take out the trash tonight. Let us take out Chinese food for dinner.

dazed

Unable to think clearly; confused or stunned. Ex: He stumbled out of the car looking dazed. The bright light left her momentarily dazed.

growing

Increasing in size, amount, or intensity. Ex: There is a growing demand for solar power. His growing interest in art inspired us.

work out

To exercise, or to solve/develop successfully. Ex: I work out at the gym three times a week. Everything will work out fine in the end.

nailed

Fastened with a nail, or executed perfectly. Ex: He nailed the boards securely. She practiced hard and totally nailed the audition.

breathe

To take air into the lungs and expel it. Ex: Breathe deeply to calm down. The room was so stuffy it was hard to breathe.

lean

To incline or rest against something. Ex: Do not lean against the wet paint. He leaned forward to hear what she whispered.

stare

To look fixedly with eyes wide open. Ex: It is impolite to stare at strangers. She stared at the painting for ten minutes.

frown

To furrow the brow showing displeasure. Ex: He gave a deep frown when reading the report. Why do you frown whenever I talk?

shrug

To raise shoulders showing indifference. Ex: She gave a light shrug and walked away. If you do not know the answer, just shrug.

wander

To walk or move without a fixed course. Ex: We wandered through the old city streets. His thoughts began to wander during class.

glance

A quick or brief look; to look briefly. Ex: He cast a quick glance at his watch. She glanced over her shoulder as she left.

gasp

To inhale suddenly with mouth open in surprise. Ex: She let out a gasp of astonishment. He came up from the water with a gasp.

hesitate

To pause before saying or doing something. Ex: Do not hesitate to ask if you need help. He hesitated before opening the envelope.

rush

To move or act with urgent haste. Ex: We had to rush to catch our train. There is no need to rush your work.

spotted

Noticed or detected; marked with spots. Ex: I spotted an owl sitting in the tree. She spotted her friend in the dense crowd.

clutch

To grasp or hold tightly. Ex: He clutched his chest in sudden agony. The child clutched a favorite stuffed toy.

creature

An animal, especially a non-human one. Ex: Strange creatures live in the deep ocean. The stray dog was a poor, gentle creature.

scatter

To throw or spread loosely in various directions. Ex: Strong wind scattered the dry leaves. The birds scattered when the bell rang.

grip

A firm hold; to take and keep hold firmly. Ex: Keep a steady grip on the steering wheel. Fear held the city in its grip.

fade

To lose brightness, color, or loudness gradually. Ex: The sunlight will fade by six o'clock. The painful memory began to fade over time.