9-1-1 S8E1: English vocabulary

to put something on a shelf

a person who has a large following on social media and can affect what people buy or do

to get something, especially in a casual or slightly sneaky way

too large or too high, especially in a way that is not true or reasonable

too young to be allowed to do something by law

short for a temporary worker

a tool with a rubber cup on a handle, used to clear blocked drains or toilets

giving out or handing out something, often quickly or generously

having false beliefs that are not based in reality

the act of keeping horses in stables

the practical details of something, especially the technical ones

something that makes a surface, line, or shape even or level

the sharp part on the back of a bee, wasp, or similar insect that can sting

either of the two lines of latitude around 23.5° north and south of the equator

a medical tool used to inject or remove liquid

a way of getting around a rule or law because of a gap or weakness in it

a soft shoe with a rubber sole, worn for sports or casual use

to give someone back their job, rank, or previous position

to fill someone's mind so much that they cannot think about much else

a liquid or cream you put on your skin to make it softer or treat it

the crime of making a fake copy of a document, signature, banknote, or work of art

the business of transporting goods by truck

a plant that produces a large purple vegetable

used to show surprise, annoyance, or frustration

the panel in a vehicle that shows information like speed and fuel level

making quick, sharp movements

used to show strong surprise, anger, or annoyance

used in speech to mean “anyway” or “in any case,” often when changing the subject or continuing a point

to fill something with air or gas so it becomes bigger or firmer

sunk below the surface of water

to hit something quickly with your hand

the act of following someone closely in order to watch them or spy on them

moving up and down suddenly and forcefully, like a horse kicking out

to get weapons or supply weapons to people

without any mistakes or imperfections

a poisonous liquid or substance that some animals inject with a bite or sting

not strict, careful, or controlled enough

the act of moving something on wheels

to make something more steady and less likely to change suddenly

a game in which a player or side must reach five points before the other side does

past tense and past participle of shoot

the act of postponing a proposal or motion for later discussion

to do very well or be very successful

to move into position in a line or formation, especially in the military

to want something very much

to hit a surface with short, quick knocks

to do something with full effort or confidence

a hard outer cover that protects or encloses something

a small bird, especially a young one

in a strange or unusual way

a hard, shiny metal used to cover other metals

to take an exam, test, or class again after failing or missing it

an attractive quality that makes someone or something seem exciting and special

a box or structure where bees live and make honey

cleaned thoroughly by rubbing

used to say that you agree with what someone has just said

producing fruit

to give the musical cue that lets someone start singing or playing

unable to get what you want or need

having colours that are weak and faded

the act of combining money, resources, or efforts for a shared purpose

to stay in one place in the air

used to say that you have received and understood a message

something that is not possible or not acceptable

a pleasant smell, especially from flowers, food, or perfume

a large bottle of wine or champagne that holds 1.5 liters

a reduction in planned spending

a set of equipment or tools used for a particular purpose

something that blocks movement or makes progress difficult

To start doing something with energy and enthusiasm

to gradually become fully understood or emotionally felt

to contact someone, especially casually or to ask for something

the act of putting things into bags or packages

a large group of insects flying or moving together

relating to flowers or decorated with flowers

the part of a sleeve that fits tightly around the wrist