Lottery: A system where people buy tickets with numbers and win prizes if their numbers are selected at random.
The company runs a monthly lottery where employees can win extra vacation days.
Convenience store: A small shop that sells everyday items and is often open for long hours.
We stopped at a convenience store on our road trip to buy snacks and use the bathroom.
Store: A place where goods are sold to the public.
The new clothing store in the mall has excellent discounts this weekend.
Turned out: To happen in a particular way or to have a particular result.
Despite the rain, the picnic turned out to be quite enjoyable.
Deserved: To be worthy of something due to one's actions or qualities.
After studying for weeks, she deserved the high grade she received on her exam.
Patient: Able to wait calmly for a long time or accept difficulties without becoming annoyed.
The patient customer waited quietly while the shop assistant helped someone else.
Economy: The system of how money is made and used within a country or region.
The local economy improved after the new factory opened and created jobs.
Unemployed: Not having a job but available to work.
Sarah has been unemployed for three months and spends every morning searching for new positions.
Moment: A very short period of time.
I need a moment to think about your question before I answer.
Skills: Abilities that allow you to do something well.
Technical skills are important, but employers also value good communication abilities.
Pocket: A small bag sewn into a piece of clothing for carrying small items.
I always keep my house keys in my left pocket so I don't forget them.
Loads of: A large amount or number of something.
There were loads of people at the beach because of the beautiful weather.
Mere: Used to emphasize how small or insignificant someone or something is.
They solved the complex problem in a mere fifteen minutes.
Acquaintances: People you know slightly but who are not close friends.
Most of my coworkers are acquaintances rather than close friends.
Can handle: To be able to deal with or manage something.
Don't worry about me—I can handle this difficult situation on my own.
Stressed: Feeling worried and nervous about something.
She felt stressed about giving her presentation to the entire company.
Paperwork: Written or printed documents that need to be completed or organized.
The paperwork for buying a house can be overwhelming.
Medicine: Substances used to treat or prevent illnesses and pain.
Remember to take your medicine with food to avoid stomach upset.
Counter: A long, flat surface where customers are served in a shop.
I waited at the pharmacy counter while they prepared my prescription.