Module 10b (pp. 120–121)
25 words
#01
absolutely
adverb
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
mutlaqo, albatta | абсолютно, совершенно
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
Completely and without any doubt; used to emphasise agreement or a strong statement.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
She was absolutely certain that taking a digital detox was the right decision for her wellbeing.
Ex 1
He absolutely loved living in the countryside after years of city stress.
Ex 2
Absolutely everyone agreed that the slow-paced lifestyle suited them far better.
#02
commitment
noun
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
mas'uliyat, sodiqlik, majburiyat | обязательство, преданность
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
A strong dedication to something; the state of being bound to a course of action or to a person.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
Moving to the countryside required a serious commitment to changing her entire way of life.
Ex 1
He showed great commitment to the project despite all the difficulties.
Ex 2
A commitment to simplifying your lifestyle can lead to greater peace of mind.
#03
digital detox
noun phrase
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
raqamli detoks (texnologiyadan uzoqlashish) | цифровой детокс
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
A period during which someone refrains from using electronic devices such as smartphones and computers to reduce stress.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
She went on a week-long digital detox in the woods and felt completely refreshed.
Ex 1
A digital detox helps people reconnect with the world around them rather than their screens.
Ex 2
He noticed that even a short digital detox improved his concentration and sleep quality.
#04
fast-paced
adjective
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
tez sur'atli, shiddatli | стремительный, динамичный
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
Moving, changing, or happening very quickly; characterised by speed and intensity.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
After years of a fast-paced career in the city, she craved something slower and simpler.
Ex 1
The fast-paced lifestyle of modern cities can be exciting but also exhausting.
Ex 2
He struggled to keep up with the fast-paced demands of his new job.
#05
get soaked
phrase / verb
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
ho'l bo'lib ketmoq, suvga to'ymoq | промокнуть насквозь
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
To become completely wet, usually from rain or water.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
She got completely soaked hiking through the woods after the unexpected rainstorm.
Ex 1
They got soaked waiting for the bus because they had forgotten their umbrellas.
Ex 2
He laughed when he got soaked but said it was the most fun he had had all year.
#06
majority
noun
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
ko'pchilik, aksariyat | большинство
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
The greater number or part of something; more than half of a group.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
The majority of people who tried a digital detox reported feeling calmer and more focused.
Ex 1
The majority of his colleagues preferred working from home to commuting every day.
Ex 2
A majority of city dwellers say they dream of moving to the countryside at some point.
#07
non-essential
adjective
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
zarur bo'lmagan, ixtiyoriy | несущественный, необязательный
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
Not absolutely necessary; not vital or critical to a core function or need.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
During the digital detox, she deleted all non-essential apps from her phone.
Ex 1
He decided to cut all non-essential spending in order to save for a move abroad.
Ex 2
Simplifying life often means identifying what is truly important and removing the non-essential.
#08
seek
verb
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
izlamoq, qidirmoq | искать, стремиться
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
To try to find or obtain something; to look for or pursue a goal or answer.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
More and more people are seeking a slower, more meaningful way of living.
Ex 1
She sought advice from those who had already made the move to rural life.
Ex 2
He sought quiet and solitude in the woods after months of relentless city noise.
#09
simplify
verb
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
soddalashtirmoq, osonlashtirmoq | упрощать, облегчать
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
To make something less complicated or easier to understand or do.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
She decided to simplify her life by getting rid of possessions she no longer needed.
Ex 1
Moving to a smaller house helped him simplify his daily routine significantly.
Ex 2
The goal of a digital detox is to simplify your relationship with technology.
#10
slow-paced
adjective
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
sekin sur'atli, osoyishta | неторопливый, размеренный
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
Moving or progressing at a relaxed, unhurried speed; the opposite of fast-paced.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
She instantly fell in love with the slow-paced rhythm of life in the small village.
Ex 1
A slow-paced lifestyle gives you time to appreciate the small moments.
Ex 2
He found the slow-paced routine of rural life difficult at first but grew to treasure it.
#11
stuff
noun
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
narsalar, buyumlar (norasmiy) | вещи, stuff (разг.)
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
Things, objects, or possessions, especially when spoken about informally or in general terms.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
She realised she had accumulated far too much stuff that she never actually used.
Ex 1
He put all his old stuff in boxes and donated most of it to charity.
Ex 2
Moving forces you to confront just how much unnecessary stuff you have collected over the years.
#12
tend
verb
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
moyil bo'lmoq, odatda shunday qilmoq | иметь тенденцию, склоняться
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
To have a habit or natural inclination to behave in a particular way; to be likely to do something.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
People who live in the countryside tend to report higher levels of life satisfaction.
Ex 1
She tends to wake up earlier when she is away from the city noise.
Ex 2
He tended to overwork before his digital detox changed his perspective on productivity.
#13
unnatural
adjective
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
g'ayritabiiy, sun'iy | неестественный, ненормальный
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
Not normal, typical, or in line with what is found in nature; forced or artificial.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
It felt unnatural at first to spend an entire day without checking her phone.
Ex 1
He found the silence of the countryside unnatural after years of city living.
Ex 2
There is something deeply unnatural about spending most of your waking hours staring at a screen.
#14
woods
noun (plural)
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
o'rmon, daraxtlar orasida | лес, роща
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
A small forest or area with many trees; less formal or dense than a full forest.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
She spent her mornings walking through the woods and found it deeply restorative.
Ex 1
The children spent the whole afternoon exploring the woods behind the cottage.
Ex 2
Living near the woods meant he could always clear his head with a quiet morning walk.
#15
at once
phrase
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
bir vaqtning o'zida; darhol | сразу; одновременно
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
Immediately; or at the same time as other things.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
She felt at once relieved and nervous when she finally switched off her phone.
Ex 1
He tried to do too many things at once and ended up achieving very little.
Ex 2
At once, she knew that leaving the city had been the right decision.
#16
make a comparison between
phrase
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
o'rtasida taqqoslash o'tkazmoq | провести сравнение между
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
To examine two things and note how they are similar or different.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
It is interesting to make a comparison between city living and life in the countryside.
Ex 1
She asked students to make a comparison between fast-paced and slow-paced lifestyles.
Ex 2
When making a comparison between the two options, the countryside clearly won.
#17
have no choice (but to)
phrase with no
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
boshqa iloji bo'lmay... | не иметь выбора (как только...)
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
To be forced to do something because there is no other option available.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
She had no choice but to give up her flat in the city when the rent became unaffordable.
Ex 1
He had no choice but to take the slower route after the main road was closed.
Ex 2
With no savings left, she had no choice but to move back to her home town.
#18
have no intention of
phrase with no
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
niyati yo'q, istamaydi | не иметь намерения (делать что-либо)
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
To be completely unwilling or not planning to do something.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
She had no intention of returning to a fast-paced lifestyle after her year in the countryside.
Ex 1
He made it clear he had no intention of giving up his digital detox after just one week.
Ex 2
I have no intention of going back to the city — this slow-paced life suits me perfectly.
#19
it's no use
phrase with no
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
befoyda, natija yo'q | нет смысла, бесполезно
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
Used to say that doing something will not help or produce a good result; it is pointless.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
It's no use complaining about city stress if you are not willing to make a change.
Ex 1
It's no use checking your phone every five minutes during a digital detox.
Ex 2
She sighed and said, 'It's no use — I simply cannot focus in this noisy environment.'
#20
it's no wonder
phrase with no
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
ajablanarli emas, tabiiy holat | неудивительно, что...
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
Used to say that something is not surprising, given the circumstances.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
It's no wonder so many people are choosing to leave the city for a quieter life.
Ex 1
It's no wonder she felt so much better after a week without social media.
Ex 2
Given how stressful the job was, it's no wonder he eventually decided to leave.
#21
no harm done
phrase with no
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
hech qanday zarar yo'q | ничего страшного, всё в порядке
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
Used to say that a mistake or accident has not caused any serious problems.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
She knocked over her coffee on the first day in the new cottage — no harm done, thankfully.
Ex 1
He forgot to lock the gate, but no harm done as the garden was perfectly safe.
Ex 2
No harm done — the misunderstanding was quickly cleared up with a friendly conversation.
#22
there's no need to
phrase with no
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
...kerak emas, hojati yo'q | нет необходимости, не нужно
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
Used to say that something is unnecessary; it does not need to be done.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
There's no need to check your emails every hour — they will still be there in the morning.
Ex 1
There's no need to rush — we have plenty of time before the train leaves.
Ex 2
She reassured him, 'There's no need to worry — everything is already sorted.'
#23
there's no point in
phrase with no
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
...da ma'no yo'q, foydasiz | нет смысла в...
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
Used to say that doing something has no purpose or benefit; it is a waste of time or effort.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
There's no point in having a digital detox if you go back to your old habits the next day.
Ex 1
There's no point in moving to the countryside if you bring all your city stress with you.
Ex 2
He realised there was no point in keeping things that only added clutter to his life.
#24
there's no time to lose
phrase with no
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
vaqtni yo'qotmaslik kerak, shoshish kerak | нельзя терять ни минуты
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
Used to emphasise that action must be taken immediately because time is limited.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
There's no time to lose — she needed to book the cottage before someone else did.
Ex 1
If you want to make real changes to your lifestyle, there's no time to lose.
Ex 2
He said, 'There's no time to lose — pack your bags and let's go to the woods.'
#25
there's no turning back
phrase with no
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
orqaga yo'l yo'q, qaytib bo'lmaydi | назад дороги нет
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
Used to say that a decision has been made and cannot be reversed; one must continue forward.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
Once she sold her city flat and moved to the village, she knew there was no turning back.
Ex 1
He signed the contract and thought: there's no turning back now.
Ex 2
After six months in the countryside, she realised there was truly no turning back.
Module 10b (pp. 122–123)
28 words
#01
beg
verb
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
yolvormoq, iltimos qilmoq; tilanmoq | умолять, просить; попрошайничать
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
To ask someone urgently and humbly for something; or to ask for money from strangers.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
She begged her employer to let her work remotely from the countryside.
Ex 1
He begged his children to give the rural lifestyle a fair chance before judging it.
Ex 2
She would beg anyone who would listen to try at least one week of a slower pace of life.
#02
commute
verb
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
ish joyiga qatnab bormoq | добираться на работу, совершать поездки
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
To travel regularly between one's home and place of work, usually a significant distance.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
After moving to the suburbs, he had to commute over an hour to reach the city centre.
Ex 1
She used to commute by train but now works from a cosy home office in the countryside.
Ex 2
Commuting every day for years was one of the main reasons she decided to move away.
#03
demand
verb
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
talab qilmoq, talab etmoq | требовать, настаивать
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
To ask for something firmly and with authority; to insist on having something.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
The journalist demanded to know why the council had approved the new development.
Ex 1
She demanded a proper explanation before agreeing to any changes to her contract.
Ex 2
Rural communities increasingly demand better transport links to nearby cities.
#04
deny
verb
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
inkor qilmoq, rad etmoq | отрицать, отказывать
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
To state that something is not true; or to refuse to give or allow something.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
Nobody can deny that city life offers opportunities that are harder to find in rural areas.
Ex 1
He denied feeling homesick for the city but his friends could see it in his expression.
Ex 2
She denied herself all non-essential technology for a month and felt remarkably better.
#05
hustle and bustle
noun phrase
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
shovqin-suron, g'avg'o | суета и шум, толкотня
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
The lively and energetic activity of a busy place, especially a city.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
After years of the hustle and bustle of the capital, she longed for silence and open space.
Ex 1
He found the hustle and bustle of the market strangely comforting after months in the countryside.
Ex 2
The hustle and bustle of city life can be thrilling when you are young and full of energy.
#06
pace of life
noun phrase
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
hayot sur'ati, hayot ritmi | темп жизни, ритм жизни
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
The speed or intensity at which everyday life moves in a particular place or for a particular person.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
She chose the village specifically because of its calm and unhurried pace of life.
Ex 1
The pace of life in the countryside is so different from what he had been used to.
Ex 2
Many people move abroad simply in search of a more manageable pace of life.
#07
permit
verb
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
ruxsat bermoq, ijozat etmoq | разрешать, позволять
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
To allow something to happen or someone to do something, especially officially.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
The company eventually permitted her to work fully remotely from her rural home.
Ex 1
Budget cuts did not permit the council to improve the local transport links.
Ex 2
The weather permitted them to spend the entire weekend walking through the scenic hills.
#08
retire
verb
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
pensiyaga chiqmoq, nafaqaga chiqmoq | выходить на пенсию, уходить на покой
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
To stop working, usually because of age; to withdraw from one's occupation permanently.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
He decided to retire early and move to a scenic coastal village to enjoy a slower life.
Ex 1
She plans to retire to the countryside once her children have finished school.
Ex 2
Many people choose to retire to rural areas where property is more affordable.
#09
retirement
noun
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
nafaqa, pensiya; dam olish davri | пенсия, выход на пенсию
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
The period of one's life after leaving work permanently; the act of retiring.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
They spent years saving so that their retirement could be enjoyed in a spacious rural home.
Ex 1
Her retirement in the countryside was everything she had dreamed of for decades.
Ex 2
Retirement should be a reward for a lifetime of work — and this view inspired their move.
#10
rural (area)
adjective / noun phrase
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
qishloq, qishloq hududlari | сельский, rural (сельская местность)
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
Relating to the countryside rather than the town or city; characteristic of village life.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
She was drawn to rural areas because of the peace, fresh air, and sense of community.
Ex 1
Rural areas often struggle with poor internet connectivity and limited job opportunities.
Ex 2
Growing up in a rural area gave him a deep appreciation for nature and open spaces.
#11
scenic
adjective
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
manzarali, go'zal | живописный, красивый (о пейзаже)
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
Having or providing beautiful, picturesque natural views.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
The drive through the scenic valley was one of the most breathtaking experiences of her life.
Ex 1
He chose the scenic route to work so he could enjoy the countryside every morning.
Ex 2
The cottage sat on a hill with scenic views of rolling green fields in every direction.
#12
spacious
adjective
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
keng, joy ko'p | просторный, вместительный
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
Having a lot of space; large and with room to move around comfortably.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
After years in a cramped city flat, she was overjoyed by her new spacious farmhouse.
Ex 1
The spacious garden gave the children plenty of room to play and explore.
Ex 2
Rural properties tend to be far more spacious than equivalent homes in the city.
#13
sunset
noun
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
quyosh botishi, shom | закат, заход солнца
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
The time each evening when the sun goes below the horizon, producing colourful light in the sky.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
They sat on the porch every evening watching the spectacular sunset over the hills.
Ex 1
She photographed every sunset for a month after moving to the countryside.
Ex 2
Watching the sunset in silence became their favourite evening ritual.
#14
typical
adjective
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
odatdagi, tipik, xarakterli | типичный, обычный
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
Having the qualities that are usual or expected for a particular person, place, or thing.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
A typical day in her new rural life began with a walk and ended without a single notification.
Ex 1
It was a typical small village — one shop, one café, and everyone knew each other.
Ex 2
The typical pace of life there was so different from what he had experienced in the city.
#15
within easy reach
phrase
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
oson yetib borish mumkin bo'lgan | в лёгкой досягаемости, недалеко
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
Close enough to get to without much difficulty or effort.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
She loved that the seaside was within easy reach of her new countryside home.
Ex 1
He chose the village because the city was still within easy reach by train.
Ex 2
Having good schools within easy reach was one of their main criteria when choosing a location.
#16
a good chance
phrase with chance
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
yaxshi imkoniyat, ehtimollik yuqori | хороший шанс, большая вероятность
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
A strong likelihood that something will happen.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
There is a good chance that more families will choose rural living over the coming decade.
Ex 1
She felt there was a good chance the job offer would come through.
Ex 2
With the right preparation, there is a good chance of making a successful move abroad.
#17
(give sb) a second chance
phrase with chance
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
ikkinchi imkoniyat bermoq | дать второй шанс
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
To allow someone to try again after a previous failure or mistake.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
She gave the rural lifestyle a second chance after her first difficult winter there.
Ex 1
He asked the company to give him a second chance to prove himself in the new role.
Ex 2
Sometimes all you need is a second chance to realise something is actually perfect for you.
#18
a slim chance
phrase with chance
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
kichik imkoniyat, past ehtimollik | небольшой шанс, слабая вероятность
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
A small or unlikely possibility that something will happen.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
There was only a slim chance of finding good broadband in that remote part of the countryside.
Ex 1
He admitted there was a slim chance of finding work in such a small village.
Ex 2
Despite a slim chance of success, she applied for the dream job in the rural community.
#19
by any chance
phrase with chance
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
tasodifan, balki, ehtimol | случайно, не...ли?
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
Used to ask politely if something is possible; perhaps or possibly.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
'Do you, by any chance, know of any rural properties available to rent near here?'
Ex 1
Are you, by any chance, the person who wrote the letter about moving to the countryside?
Ex 2
She asked, 'By any chance, is there a shop within easy reach of the cottage?'
#20
by chance
phrase with chance
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
tasodifan, beixtiyor | случайно, по случайности
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
Without planning; accidentally or unexpectedly.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
By chance, she met a woman on the train who had moved from the city to a rural village.
Ex 1
He found his dream cottage by chance while driving through the countryside on holiday.
Ex 2
It was entirely by chance that she discovered the perfect community for her new life.
#21
chances of
phrase with chance
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
...imkoniyatlari, ehtimolligi | шансы на..., вероятность чего-либо
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
The likelihood or probability of something happening.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
The chances of finding affordable property in a scenic area increase if you look further from the city.
Ex 1
What are the chances of getting a remote working contract in such a rural location?
Ex 2
She researched the chances of successfully adapting to rural life before making her decision.
#22
get the chance
phrase with chance
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
imkoniyatga ega bo'lmoq | получить возможность, выпасть шансу
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
To have the opportunity to do something.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
She finally got the chance to try the slow-paced lifestyle she had always dreamed of.
Ex 1
If you ever get the chance to spend a week in the countryside, take it without hesitation.
Ex 2
He got the chance to work remotely, which made moving away from the city possible.
#23
jump at the chance
phrase with chance
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
imkoniyatni darhol qo'lga olmoq | ухватиться за шанс, воспользоваться возможностью
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
To eagerly and quickly accept an opportunity.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
When the company offered remote working, she jumped at the chance to move to the countryside.
Ex 1
He jumped at the chance to retire early and spend more time with his family in the village.
Ex 2
Any lover of nature would jump at the chance to live surrounded by scenic hills and woods.
#24
leave nothing to chance
phrase with chance
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
hamma narsani oldindan rejalashtirib qo'ymoq | не оставлять ничего на волю случая
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
To plan everything very carefully so that nothing is left unprepared or uncertain.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
Before making the move, she left nothing to chance and researched every aspect of rural life.
Ex 1
He left nothing to chance when choosing the right village for his retirement.
Ex 2
Good preparation means leaving nothing to chance when starting a new life somewhere.
#25
miss the chance
phrase with chance
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
imkoniyatni o'tkazib yubormoq | упустить шанс
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
To fail to take advantage of an opportunity when it presents itself.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
She almost missed the chance to buy the cottage because she hesitated for too long.
Ex 1
Don't miss the chance to experience life outside the city — you might love it.
Ex 2
He deeply regretted that he had missed the chance to retire to the countryside sooner.
#26
not a chance
phrase with chance
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
hech imkoni yo'q, mumkin emas | ни малейшего шанса, и речи быть не может
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
Used emphatically to say that something is completely impossible or will definitely not happen.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
'Would you ever move back to the city?' she was asked. 'Not a chance,' she replied.
Ex 1
Not a chance would he give up the spacious countryside life for a tiny city flat.
Ex 2
After experiencing the sunset from her new home, she thought — not a chance I am leaving.
#27
not stand a chance
phrase with chance
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
hech qanday imkoniyati yo'q | не иметь никаких шансов
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
To have no possibility of succeeding or surviving in a particular situation.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
Without proper planning, you do not stand a chance of making a successful move to a rural area.
Ex 1
In such a remote location, a business without internet access would not stand a chance.
Ex 2
She knew that without commitment, the new lifestyle would not stand a chance of lasting.
#28
not take any chances
phrase with chance
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
tavakkal qilmaslik, ehtiyotkor bo'lmoq | не рисковать, перестраховаться
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
To be very careful and avoid any risk, especially by preparing thoroughly.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
Not taking any chances, she spent months visiting rural areas before making her final decision.
Ex 1
He decided not to take any chances and visited three different villages before choosing one.
Ex 2
When it comes to such a major life change, it pays not to take any chances.
Module 10b (pp. 124–125)
19 words
#01
accessible
adjective
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
yetib borish mumkin; tushunarli | доступный, общедоступный
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
Easy to reach, use, or understand; available to a wide range of people.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
Digital technology has made information accessible to billions of people around the world.
Ex 1
The new app made healthcare advice accessible to people living in remote rural areas.
Ex 2
She believed that high-quality education should be accessible to every child regardless of location.
#02
advance
noun
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
ilg'or rivojlanish, yutuq | достижение, прогресс
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
A development or improvement, especially in science, technology, or knowledge.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
The latest advances in medical technology have transformed the treatment of many diseases.
Ex 1
Every advance in artificial intelligence raises new questions about the future of work.
Ex 2
She dedicated her career to understanding how technological advances affect quality of life.
#03
artwork
noun
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
san'at asari, badiiy asar | произведение искусства, иллюстрация
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
A painting, drawing, or other work created as an artistic expression; illustrations in a book or media.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
Museums around the world have used technology to make their artwork accessible online.
Ex 1
The artwork in the exhibition explored the tension between nature and modern technology.
Ex 2
She spent hours creating digital artwork that blended traditional and contemporary styles.
#04
chore
noun
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
uy ishi, zerikarli vazifa | домашнее дело, рутинная обязанность
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
A routine task, especially one done regularly in and around the home; something tedious but necessary.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
Technology has made many household chores faster and far less time-consuming.
Ex 1
She found that moving to the countryside added new chores she had never considered before.
Ex 2
Even enjoyable activities can start to feel like a chore when done under stress every day.
#05
complex
adjective
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
murakkab, pechli | сложный, комплексный
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
Consisting of many different and connected parts; not easy to understand or deal with.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
The relationship between technology and human wellbeing is complex and not easily reduced.
Ex 1
Finding a balance between a fast-paced and slow-paced lifestyle is a complex challenge.
Ex 2
The doctor explained that obesity is a complex condition with both physical and social causes.
#06
controversial
adjective
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
bahs-munozarali, tortishuvli | спорный, неоднозначный
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
Causing strong disagreement or debate among people with different views.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
The idea that technology does more harm than good remains deeply controversial.
Ex 1
She wrote a controversial article arguing that digital detoxes were a luxury, not a solution.
Ex 2
The new health guidelines on screen time were controversial among parents and educators alike.
#07
deadly
adjective
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
halokatli, o'ldiruvchi | смертельный, губительный
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
Able to cause death; extremely dangerous or harmful.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
A sedentary lifestyle combined with poor diet can be as deadly as many serious diseases.
Ex 1
Obesity is linked to a number of potentially deadly health conditions.
Ex 2
Stress, when left unaddressed, can have deadly consequences for long-term health.
#08
disease
noun
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
kasallik, dard | болезнь, заболевание
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
An illness or medical condition that affects the body or mind in a harmful way.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
Technological advances have helped doctors detect and treat disease much earlier than before.
Ex 1
Obesity is widely recognised as a contributing factor to several serious diseases.
Ex 2
The isolation caused by too much screen time has been linked to mental disease in young people.
#09
drawback
noun
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
kamchilik, nuqson | недостаток, минус
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
A disadvantage or problem that makes something less attractive or effective.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
One major drawback of rural life is the limited access to healthcare and cultural facilities.
Ex 1
The main drawback of a digital detox is feeling cut off from important information.
Ex 2
Every lifestyle choice has its drawbacks — the key is to find one that suits you best.
#10
entertain
verb
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
ko'ngil ochmoq, o'yin-kulgi qilmoq | развлекать, веселить
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
To provide enjoyment or amusement for someone; to keep someone occupied in a pleasant way.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
Streaming services now entertain billions of people every day across the world.
Ex 1
She found it harder to entertain herself during the digital detox than she had expected.
Ex 2
Good literature has the power to entertain, educate, and inspire at the same time.
#11
isolation
noun
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
yolg'izlik, ajralib qolish | изоляция, одиночество
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
The state of being separated from others; a feeling of loneliness or being cut off from society.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
Excessive screen use can contribute to social isolation, particularly among young people.
Ex 1
Moving to a remote rural area carries the risk of isolation if you do not build local connections.
Ex 2
She found that the isolation of her first months in the countryside was unexpectedly difficult.
#12
numerous
adjective
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
ko'plab, juda ko'p | многочисленный, множество
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
Existing in great numbers; very many.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
There are numerous studies showing the benefits of reducing screen time for mental health.
Ex 1
She gave numerous reasons for wanting to simplify her lifestyle.
Ex 2
Numerous families have made the move from city to countryside in recent years.
#13
obesity
noun
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
semirish, ortiqcha vazn | ожирение
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
The condition of being significantly overweight in a way that poses a risk to health.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
Rising rates of obesity have been linked partly to sedentary, technology-driven lifestyles.
Ex 1
She worked as a nutritionist helping people address the causes and risks of obesity.
Ex 2
Obesity is a complex public health issue that cannot be solved by individual choices alone.
#14
one another
pronoun phrase
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
bir-birini, bir-biriga | друг друга, взаимно
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
Used to refer to a mutual action or feeling shared between two or more people.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
In close-knit rural communities, people tend to look after one another instinctively.
Ex 1
Social media was designed to help people connect with one another, but it can also divide.
Ex 2
They supported one another through every difficult stage of adapting to their new life.
#15
one's background
noun phrase
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
kelib chiqish, o'tmish, tarix | происхождение, биография, прошлое
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
A person's past experience, education, family, and social origin.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
Her background in urban planning gave her a unique perspective on rural development.
Ex 1
People from all different backgrounds are choosing to leave the city for a simpler life.
Ex 2
Regardless of your background, adapting to a new lifestyle takes time and patience.
#16
outweigh
verb
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
ustunlik qilmoq, og'ir bosmoq | перевешивать, быть важнее
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
To be greater or more important than something else; to exceed in value or significance.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
For most people who made the move, the benefits of rural life outweigh the drawbacks.
Ex 1
She argued that the long-term health benefits of exercise outweigh any short-term discomfort.
Ex 2
The advantages of a digital detox far outweigh the inconvenience of being offline for a week.
#17
rather than
conjunction / phrase
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
... o'rniga, ... dan ko'ra | вместо, скорее чем
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
Used to indicate a preference or alternative; instead of something.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
She chose to walk through the woods rather than stare at a screen after dinner.
Ex 1
He decided to cook at home rather than order fast food, as part of his lifestyle change.
Ex 2
Rather than complaining about city stress, she took action and moved to the countryside.
#18
relaxation
noun
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
dam olish, bo'shashish | расслабление, отдых
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
The state of being free from tension and anxiety; rest and recreation.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
Gardening became her favourite form of relaxation after the move to the countryside.
Ex 1
Doctors increasingly recommend outdoor activities as a form of relaxation and stress relief.
Ex 2
Relaxation is not a luxury — it is essential for maintaining long-term health and productivity.
#19
under stress
phrase
🇺🇿 UZBEK · 🇷🇺 RUSSIAN
stress ostida, bosim ostida | под воздействием стресса
💡 ENGLISH EXPLANATION
Experiencing or affected by mental, emotional, or physical pressure.
★ EXAMPLE SENTENCE
People who are constantly under stress are more likely to develop serious health problems.
Ex 1
She found it impossible to think clearly when she was under stress in the city.
Ex 2
Children who spend too much time online can find themselves under stress from social comparison.