a place where you pay to use machines that wash and dry clothes
launderette
a shop that sells sweets and chocolates.
confectionery
"We climbed up to the top of the volcano and when we looked down the views of the landscape around were absolutely _______ "
stunning
"My last essay was completely _________ I wrote it in a rush and it was full of mistakes.
dreadful
a store where clothes are cleaned with chemicals.
dry cleaner's
a place where births, deaths, and marriages are officially recorded and where you can get officially married, without a religious ceremony.
registry office
My town is very old and ……………………… – there are lots of buildings and monuments to look at.
historic
a room equipped with appliances for washing and other domestic work.
utility room
The city of Bath is really ____ It is a spa town and has some Roman baths and beautiful stone buildings.
old & ancient
a road junction at which traffic moves in one direction round a central island
roundabout
We live in a ……………………… and have great views. But if the lift isn’t working properly it’s a nightmare!
skyscraper
a small private institution providing residential accommodation with healthcare, especially for elderly people.
nursing home
a level area at the top of a staircase
landing
"On the first day of the summer sales the shops were totally ___________. It was impossible to move. "
packed
a large farm building used for storing grain, hay, or straw
barn
to be completely unable to understand : totally confused or perplexed
flummoxed