YouTube Channel Source: Zach and Tori Roloff

Learn the words and expressions used in this Real-Life English video.

WORDS / EXPRESSIONS + [Timestamp]

1. In the zone [00:54]

2. Vicinity [02:14]

3. Uppity [02:19]

4. Peak and pit [03:26]

5. Dysfunctions [10:02]

6. Fervorous [10:47]

7. Pep talk [12:20]

8. Mounted [17:25]

9. Clutter [17:32]

10. Up a notch [18:57]

11. Snared [20:51]

12. Competitive [24:56]

13. Fester [26:36]

14. Reading the room [28:56]

15. Words of affirmation [31:02]

16. Bottling it up [32:45]

17. Remedy [32:58]

18. Cup of tea [34:11]

19. Pigeon toeing [38:41]

20. Razes [41:10]

21. Scoot [42:55]

22. Purged [43:03]

23. Brute [43:48]

24. Pent-up [44:46]

25. Buckle up, buttercup [46:59]

DEFINITIONS & SENTENCES

1. In the zone
   • Definition: Being fully focused or engaged in a state of flow where everything seems to be working effortlessly.
   • Example Sentences:
     • When she plays the piano, she’s in the zone and nothing can distract her.
     • During the marathon, I was in the zone and didn’t notice any pain in my legs.
     • He was in the zone at work today, finishing tasks at an incredible speed.
2. Vicinity
   • Definition: The area near or surrounding a particular place.
   • Example Sentences:
     • We looked for a restaurant in the vicinity of our hotel.
     • There’s a nice park in the vicinity where you can take your kids.
     • They live in the vicinity, so it’s easy to drop by for a visit.
3. Uppity
   • Definition: Self-important or arrogant.
   • Example Sentences:
     • She got all uppity when she was promoted to manager.
     • The waiter gave us an uppity stare when we asked for extra napkins.
     • He acts uppity around his old friends now that he’s made some money.
4. Peak and pit
   • Definition: The term is often used to describe the high and low points of a given situation or experience.
   • Example Sentences:
     • During our team meeting, we discussed the peak and pit of the project’s progress.
     • The peak of his vacation was the beach day, but the pit was losing his luggage.
     • Tell me about the peak and pit of your week.
5. Dysfunctions
   • Definition: Abnormal or impaired functioning in individuals or systems.
   • Example Sentences:
     • The study highlights the dysfunctions within the corporate structure.
     • Family dysfunctions can have a long-lasting impact on children.
     • The dysfunctions of the old printer made it impossible to use efficiently.
6. Fervorous
   • Definition: Having or displaying a passionate intensity.
   • Example Sentences:
     • She spoke with fervorous enthusiasm about her research in marine biology.
     • The crowd’s fervorous cheers energized the athletes.
     • His fervorous commitment to the cause inspired others to join.
7. Pep talk
   • Definition: A short speech intended to encourage people to work harder or try to win a game or contest.
   • Example Sentences:
     • Right before the final game, the coach gave the team a pep talk to boost their confidence.
     • I was nervous about my presentation, so my friend gave me a quick pep talk.
     • Before the interview, she gave herself a pep talk in the mirror.
8. Mounted
   • Definition: Fixed onto a support or backing; put in position for use.
   • Example Sentences:
     • The new exhibition featured artwork that was beautifully mounted on the gallery walls.
     • Police officers mounted on horses patrolled the crowded streets during the festival.
     • After hours of work, the TV was finally mounted on the wall.
9. Clutter
   • Definition: A collection of things lying about in an untidy state.
   • Example Sentences:
     • Her desk was covered in clutter, making it difficult to find anything.
     • The garage was filled with clutter accumulated over many years.
     • Reducing clutter in your home can have a calming effect on your mind.
10. Up a notch
    • Definition: To increase or improve something by a certain degree; to intensify or enhance.
    • Example Sentences:
      • We need to take our game up a notch if we want to win the championship.
      • The chef turned up the heat to take the sauce’s flavor up a notch.
      • With a new sound system installed, the party’s music was definitely up a notch.
11. Snared
    • Definition: Caught or trapped someone or something, especially with a snare or trap.
    • Example Sentences:
      • The rabbit was snared in the trap that had been laid out by the hunter.
      • She felt snared by her circumstances, unable to see a way out.
      • The detective snared the suspect with a cleverly devised plan.
12. Competitive
    • Definition: Having a strong desire to be more successful than others; relating to or characterized by competition.
    • Example Sentences:
      • The competitive nature of the job market makes it hard for graduates to find positions.
      • He’s very competitive and hates losing at board games.
      • In such a competitive industry, companies often go to great lengths to stand out.
13. Fester
    • Definition: (of a wound or sore) Become septic; suppurate. In a figurative sense, it means to become worse or more intense, especially through long-term neglect or indifference.
    • Example Sentences:
      • If left untreated, the wound could fester and become dangerous.
      • Her resentment towards him festered over the years into a deep hatred.
      • Problems within the team festered because issues were never addressed.
14. Reading the room
    • Definition: The ability to understand and assess the emotions, moods, and dynamics of a situation or group of people.
    • Example Sentences:
      • Before making his proposal, he paused, reading the room to gauge people’s receptiveness.
      • She’s excellent at reading the room, always knowing the right thing to say.
      • Reading the room is crucial during negotiations to ensure a favorable outcome.
15. Words of affirmation
    • Definition: Expressing affection or support through spoken affirmation, compliments, or appreciation.
    • Example Sentences:
      • For her, words of affirmation are her primary love language, making her feel valued and loved.
      • He made it a point to give his team words of affirmation during meetings to boost morale.
      • She left notes with words of affirmation around the house for her partner to find.
16. Bottling it up
    • Definition: Suppressing or holding back emotions instead of expressing them.
    • Example Sentences:
      • He was bottling it up for months, which only made the stress worse.
      • Bottling it up can lead to emotional outbursts later on.
      • She advised against bottling it up, encouraging her friend to talk about her feelings instead.
17. Remedy
    • Definition: A means of counteracting or eliminating something undesirable; a medicine or treatment for a disease or injury.
    • Example Sentences:
      • The best remedy for fatigue is a good night’s sleep.
      • He sought a legal remedy for the breach of contract.
      • Honey and lemon is a popular home remedy for a sore throat.
18. Cup of tea
    • Definition: Something one likes or excels in; often used in the negative to suggest dislike or incompetence.
    • Example Sentences:
      • Horror movies are really not my cup of tea.
      • Skydiving is definitely my cup of tea; I love the adrenaline rush!
      • Math was never my cup of tea, so I focused on literature.
19. Pigeon toeing
    • Definition: A condition which causes the toes to point inward when walking.
    • Example Sentences:
      • The pediatrician assured the parents that pigeon toeing is common in young children and often corrects itself.
      • She was self-conscious about her pigeon toeing but learned to walk confidently over time.
      • Physical therapy can help correct pigeon toeing in some cases.
20. Razes
    • Definition: Completely destroy (a building, town, or other site).
    • Example Sentences:
      • The old building was razed to make way for a new shopping center.
      • During the war, entire villages were razed to the ground.
      • The fire razed the forest, leaving nothing but ash and charred remains.
21. Scoot
    • Definition: Move quickly or suddenly in a specified direction; to slide or glide smoothly.
    • Example Sentences:
      • “Could you scoot over a bit so I can sit down?”
      • “The cat scooted under the couch as soon as it heard the vacuum cleaner.”
      • “As soon as the bell rang, the students scooted out of their seats to leave the classroom.”
22. Purged
    • Definition: Rid (someone or something) of an unwanted quality, condition, or feeling; or removal of unwanted items.
    • Example Sentences:
      • “The company purged old files that were no longer needed.”
      • “After the scandal, the organization purged itself of corrupt officials.”
      • “She wrote in her journal every night, purging her thoughts and anxieties before going to sleep.”
23. Brute
    • Definition: A savagely violent person or animal; or relating to physical strength or force.
    • Example Sentences:
      • “The story villainized the man as a mindless brute.”
      • “Moving the heavy furniture required brute strength.”
      • “In the wild, survival often comes down to the brute forces of nature.”
24. Pent-up
    • Definition: (of emotions, energy, etc.) Not expressed or released; held back, repressed.
    • Example Sentences:
      • “There was a year’s worth of pent-up frustration in her voice.”
      • “The pent-up energy of the audience exploded in applause at the end of the performance.”
      • “After months of being cooped up at home, they were full of pent-up energy ready to be spent.”
25. Buckle up, buttercup
    • Definition: A colloquial expression used to tell someone to prepare themselves, typically for something challenging, difficult, or exciting.
    • Example Sentences:
      • “Buckle up, buttercup, because this roller coaster is the fastest in the world.”
      • “You’ve never seen a storm like this before, so buckle up, buttercup.”
      • “This class is going to be tough, but you can handle it. Buckle up, buttercup, it’s going to be a wild ride.”