pickpocket
noun · Intermediate
A thief who steals money or small items from people?s pockets or bags.
Example
A pickpocket stole his wallet on the crowded train.
In this video: So after watching all those pickpocket videos in Italy,
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So after watching all those pickpocket videos in Italy,
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I decided that I wanted to make sure the outfits
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that I am wearing in Italy during my trip would be secure enough for my belongings.
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So this is kind of what I did to keep my belongings safe.
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noun · Intermediate
A thief who steals money or small items from people?s pockets or bags.
Example
A pickpocket stole his wallet on the crowded train.
In this video: So after watching all those pickpocket videos in Italy,
verb · Intermediate
To choose after thinking about different possibilities.
Example
We must decide where to live next year.
In this video: I decided that I wanted to make sure the outfits
watching
The present participle of watch: looking at something carefully for a time.
video
A recording of moving pictures, often with sound.
want
To wish for something, or need something.
make
To create, build, prepare, or cause something to happen.
sure
Confident that something is true; certain about something.
outfit
A set of clothes worn together; also a group or company.
am
The first-person present form of be.
wear
To have clothes, shoes, jewelry, or another item on your body.
during
At some time in the period of an event or situation.
trip
A journey to a place and back, usually for a short time.
secure
Safe, protected, or firmly fixed so that danger or movement is unlikely.
enough
As much or as many as needed.
belongings
The things that a person owns and carries or keeps.
kind
A group or type of person or thing with similar features.
keep
To have something and not lose it, or to continue doing something.
safe
Protected from danger, harm, or loss.
isn't
The short form of is not.
foolproof
So simple or reliable that it is very hard to use wrongly.
expert
A person with special knowledge or skill in a subject.
level
A height, amount, stage, or standard in relation to others.
able
Having the skill, power, or chance to do something.
get
To receive, obtain, become, understand, or arrive at something, depending on context.
either
One or the other of two people or things.
way
A method, direction, route, or manner of doing something.
successfully
In a way that achieves the result that was wanted.
came
The past form of come: moved toward or arrived at a place.
back
Toward an earlier place, position, or state.
without
Not having or using someone or something.
lose
To be unable to find something; to fail to win; or to no longer have something.
anything
Any thing or event, often in questions or negatives.
say
To speak words, express an idea, or give information.
party
A social event where people meet to celebrate; also a political group.
people
Human beings in general, or the men, women, and children in a group.
travel
To go from one place to another, especially over a distance.
person
A human being, considered as an individual.
steal
To take something that belongs to another person without permission.
didn't
The short form of did not: used to make a past negative statement.
necessarily
In a way that must happen, or as a logical result; often used with not.
use
To do something with an object, tool, method, or ability.
methods
The plural form of method: planned ways of doing things.
here
In, at, or to this place or position.
prevent
To stop something from happening or stop someone from doing something.
myself
Used when the speaker is also the object of an action.
lowering
The present participle of lower: moving something down or making it smaller.
risks
The plural form of risk: possible dangers, losses, or bad results.
basically
Used to say the main or simple truth about something.
primary
An election in which voters choose a party's candidate for a later election.
wallet
A small flat case for carrying money, cards, and documents.
just
Only or simply, with nothing more.
put
To place something somewhere; also to express something in words.
slip
To slide by accident, move quietly, or put something somewhere quickly.
A small part sewn inside or onto clothing or a bag for carrying things.
side
One of the flat or outer parts of something.
phone
A device used for speaking to people at a distance or using mobile services.
right
Correct, suitable, or morally good.
doesn't
The short form of does not, used for a negative present action.
matter
A subject, problem, or situation being discussed; also physical substance.
anyways
An informal form of anyway.
underneath
The lower side or hidden part of something.
pants
A piece of clothing that covers the body from the waist to the ankles, with separate parts for each leg.
belt
A strip worn around the waist or used to hold things together.
area
A part of a place, surface, subject, or activity.
waist
The middle part of the body between the chest and hips.
actually
Used to show what is true, real, or different from what was expected.
hide
The skin of a large animal, especially after it has been removed and prepared for use.
pouch
A small soft bag or pocket used for carrying things.
something
A thing that is not named or not known exactly.
runner
A person or animal that runs.
conform
To behave according to rules, customs, or expectations.
bulk
The large size, amount, or main part of something.
nothing
Something of no importance or value.
does
The third-person singular present form of do: performs or completes an action.
stretch
To make something longer or wider by pulling it; also to make effort last beyond normal limits.
whatever
Used before a noun to mean any thing or amount of that kind.
too
More than is wanted or possible; also or as well.
hot
Having a high temperature.
don't
The short form of do not, used for a negative present action.
really
Used to say something is true, strong, or more than expected.
feel
To experience an emotion, physical sense, or opinion about something.
because
For the reason that something is true or happened.
blended
To combine into one.
conforms
The third-person form of conform: follows rules or standards.
shape
The outside form or outline of a person or thing.
body
The physical structure of a person, animal, or object.
like
To enjoy someone or something, or feel that it is pleasant or good.
fool
A person who acts without good sense or is easily tricked.
pretty
Attractive in a pleasant, delicate, or charming way.
need
Something necessary or very important for a person, group, or situation.
look
To use your eyes to see; to seem or appear a certain way.
bunch
A group of things or people close together.
know
To have information, understanding, or experience of something.
bags
Containers used for carrying things.
stuff
Things, materials, or belongings when you do not name them exactly.
try
To make an effort to do something or to test whether something works.
issue
A subject or problem that people discuss or need to deal with.
men
The plural form of man: adult male people.
styling
The way something is designed or arranged, especially hair, clothing, or visual appearance.
even
Used to emphasize something surprising, extreme, or additional.
though
Used to add a contrasting idea, often at the end of a sentence.
pockets
The plural form of pocket: small cloth spaces for carrying things.
looks
The third-person singular form of look: uses the eyes, searches, or seems.
nice
A kind or pleasant quality in someone or something.
good
Of high quality, pleasant, useful, or morally right.
easily
In a way that is simple, quick, or without much difficulty.
take
To get, hold, carry, or use something.
big
Large in size, amount, age, or importance.
issues
The plural form of issue: problems, topics, or copies of a publication.
sit
To rest with your body supported by your bottom on a chair or surface.
down
Toward a lower place, level, or position.
certain
Sure, or particular but not named exactly.
angle
The space or shape made where two lines or surfaces meet.
sometimes
On some occasions, but not always.
fall
To move downward or drop from a higher place.
pickpocketed
The past form of pickpocket: stole from someone?s pocket or bag without being noticed.
regular
Happening often or at fixed times; usual or normal.
security
Protection from danger, crime, or loss; also guards or systems that provide it.
thing
An object, idea, action, or fact when its exact name is not given.
phones
The plural form of phone: devices used for calls and mobile services.
dropped
The past form of drop: fell, let something fall, or reduced suddenly.
etc
A written abbreviation meaning other similar things in a list.
second
Coming after the first one in order, time, or importance.
slight
Small in amount, degree, or importance.
mean
Unkind or cruel to other people; unwilling to be generous.
can't
The short form of cannot: is not able or is not allowed to do something.
zipper
A fastener with two rows of teeth that closes clothes, bags, or covers.
favorite
Liked more than all others of the same kind.
things
Objects, facts, ideas, or activities, especially when not named separately.
front
The part or side of something that faces forward; also the area where action or danger is happening.
whereas
A formal statement of reason in a legal or official document.
button
A small object pushed to operate a machine, or fasten clothing.
lock
A device that keeps a door, box, or machine closed until opened with a key or code.
access
The plural form of acces: a useful english word with a specific meaning in context.
go
To move or travel from one place to another; to leave or continue.
always
At every time; on every occasion.
case
A particular situation, example, or legal matter.
personal
Belonging or relating to one particular person.
preference
A greater liking for one choice than another.
still
Continuing to happen or be true; also even so.
style
A way of doing, making, or presenting something; also a particular look in clothing, art, or design.
hidden
Not easy to see, find, or know about because it is covered, secret, or unnoticed.
while
During the time that something happens, or although something is true.
looking
The present participle of look: using the eyes to see, search, or seem.
why
For what reason or purpose.
exist
To be real, present, or alive.
brand
A product name or company identity used to sell goods or services.
keeps
The present form of keep: has something, does not lose it, or continues doing something.
mind
The part of a person that thinks, feels, remembers, and decides.
aesthetically
In a way that relates to beauty or visual appearance.
please
A polite word used when asking for something or making a request.
let
To allow something to happen, or to rent property to someone.
otherwise
In a different way; if not, or except for what has just been said.
next
Coming immediately after the present one or after another thing in order.
best
Of the highest quality or most suitable kind.
option
A choice that is available; also a right to buy or sell something at a set price.
type
A group or kind of people or things with shared features.
utilize
To use something for a practical purpose, especially effectively.
won't
The short form of will not, used to say that something will not happen or someone refuses.
five
The number 5.
little
Small in size, amount, age, or importance.
harder
The comparative form of hard: more difficult, firm, or strong.
terms
The plural form of term: words, conditions, or periods with a set meaning.
plan
A set of ideas or steps for doing something in the future.
place
A particular area, position, or building.
think
To use your mind to form ideas, opinions, plans, or memories.
move
To change position or place, or to cause something to change position.
forward
Near the front or moving toward the front.
probably
Used to say that something is likely to happen or be true.
setup
The way equipment, people, or plans are arranged for use.
visual
A picture, chart, or other image used to show or explain something.
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