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conjunction
Meaning 'even though' or 'although'. It is used to introduce a statement that slightly weakens or contrasts with a previous statement.
"He was happy, albeit a little tired."
noun
The place where someone or something is going or being sent.
"Our vacation destination is a beautiful beach."
noun
A very strong feeling of sadness, pain, or suffering.
"She felt great anguish when her dog died."
noun
A type of fictional aircraft or rescue vehicle featured in the British science fiction television series 'Thunderbirds'.
"My brother loves watching 'Thunderbirds' on TV."
noun
Plural of race. A race is a competition to see who is the fastest.
"The Olympic Games have many different races, like running and swimming."
adjective
Able to be continued for a long time.
"We need to find sustainable ways to live on Earth."
adjective
Very famous and representing a particular idea or a time.
"Marilyn Monroe is an iconic figure of the 1950s."
noun
A set of ideas about beauty and art.
"The artist's work has a strong aesthetic appeal."
adverb
Using or doing something in a small amount or with great care to avoid wasting it.
"Use oil sparingly when you cook to keep the food healthy."
noun
The time of day when the sun starts to appear in the sky.
"We woke up at dawn to see the sunrise."
verb
To do or achieve what is necessary or expected.
"She needs to fulfill all the requirements to graduate."
adjective
Able to stretch and return to its original shape or size.
"The waistband of my pants is made of elastic, so they fit comfortably."
adjective
Ready to be used; in working order.
"The new computer system is now fully operational."
noun
A bright object in space that looks like a star with a tail. Comets are made of ice, dust, and gas.
"We saw a comet in the sky last night; it had a long, bright tail."
noun
The act of moving people from a dangerous place to a safer place.
"The fire alarm caused an immediate evacuation of the building."
verb
To change something a little, usually to improve it.
"We modified the recipe by adding more sugar."
verb
To promise that something will happen or is true.
"The company guaranteed that the product would work for at least a year."
adjective
Someone who is fussy is very careful about small details and is not easily satisfied.
"My baby is a fussy eater. He only likes certain foods."
adjective
Not harmful or offensive.
"The comment seemed innocuous, but she was still upset."
noun
How good or bad something is. It tells you the level of excellence or value of something.
"The restaurant is known for its high **quality** food."
adjective
Extremely hungry.
"After running the marathon, I was ravenous and ate a huge pizza."
noun
Something that you want to do or achieve in the future.
"My goal is to learn English fluently."
noun
A goal or purpose; something you are trying to achieve.
"My aim is to learn English well."
noun
Acts of kindness, compassion, or forgiveness shown to someone.
"We should be thankful for the mercies we receive every day."
noun
People who are in the same group as you, especially for school work or a project.
"My groupmates and I are working on a presentation about climate change."
adjective
Very bad or dishonest; involving immoral or shameful actions.
"The story described the sordid details of their affair."
adjective
showing strong love or loyalty to someone or something
"She is a devoted mother who always cares for her children."
adverb
In a way that shows an unhealthy interest in unpleasant things, especially death and disease.
"She was morbidly curious about the details of the accident."
noun
A confused or messy state; a situation that is not clear or organized.
"The papers on his desk were in a muddle."
noun
A small, black piece of partly burned coal, wood, or other material.
"The fireplace was full of cinders after the fire burned all night."
noun
A soft sound made by things rubbing together gently.
"I heard the rustle of leaves in the wind."
noun
A yellow precious metal that is often used to make jewelry and coins.
"Many people like to wear gold jewelry."
noun
The power to affect someone or something.
"My parents had a big influence on my career choice."
noun
A fungus with a stem and a round top that grows in the ground. Some mushrooms are good to eat, and some are poisonous (dangerous to eat).
"I like to eat mushrooms in my omelet."
noun
A unit of land measurement formerly used in Russia.
"The farmer owned 50 dessiatines of land."
verb
To place two or more things side by side, often to compare them or create an interesting effect.
"The artist is juxtaposing bright colors with dark ones in her painting."
verb
To do something again and again to become better at it.
"She is practicing the piano every day."
noun
A gland in men that is part of the reproductive system. It is located below the bladder and in front of the rectum.
"The doctor examined his prostate during the check-up."
noun
The power of a country to control itself.
"Each country has the right to protect its sovereignty."
noun
The process of something breaking apart into smaller pieces.
"The old building suffered from disintegration due to years of neglect."
noun
a round fruit with a thick, bright skin that is orange in color and sweet to eat
"I ate an orange for breakfast today."
verb
to be likely to do something or behave in a certain way
"I tend to wake up early in the morning."
noun
An action or decision that has already happened and can be used as a guide or example for similar situations in the future.
"The judge's ruling set a precedent for future cases about the same issue."
noun
The condition of coming before in time or order.
"Safety takes precedence over speed."
adjective
Very exact and accurate. It means giving exact details and not general statements.
"The scientist gave a precise description of the experiment."
noun
The quality of being exact and accurate.
"The doctor used great precision during the surgery."
noun
The most important quality or meaning of something.
"The essence of friendship is trust."
verb
To be treated with a feeling of strong dislike and no respect.
"She felt scorned by her classmates when she didn't get invited to their party."
verb
To vomit. This means to throw up food from your stomach through your mouth.
"The little boy barfed after eating too much candy."
noun
A toy made of soft material, like a stuffed animal.
"My little sister loves to sleep with her plushie."
noun
A type of imaginary creature mentioned in Lewis Carroll's poem "The Hunting of the Snark".
"The poem warned them to beware of the booj."
verb
To find out how heavy something is. You usually use a scale for this.
"The doctor needs to weigh the baby to see if he is growing properly."
noun
A heavy object used to stop a boat or ship from moving.
"The ship dropped its anchor to stay in place."
noun
A hormone (a chemical messenger in the body) that is released when you are excited, afraid, or stressed.
"When she saw the bear, she felt a rush of adrenaline."
adverb
In a way that appears to be true, but might not be.
"Seemingly, he was happy with his new job, but he later quit."
verb
To shine with a light that is not steady. It goes on and off quickly.
"The candle flame flickered in the wind."
verb
To gently persuade someone to do something.
"I had to coax my cat to come inside with treats."
noun
Things that can be bought and sold, especially raw materials or basic products.
"Oil, wheat, and coffee are examples of commodities."
noun
A type of animal that lives in the forest. They have four legs and usually have antlers (horns) on their head.
"I saw a deer in the woods behind my house."
noun
A meeting, especially one that happens unexpectedly.
"I had an interesting encounter with a famous actor yesterday."
adjective
Acting or done without thinking carefully first.
"She is an impulsive person who often buys things she doesn't need."
noun
A factory where metal is melted and poured into molds to make different shapes.
"The workers at the foundry make engine parts."
verb
To slide without control, usually because the ground is slippery.
"The car skidded on the ice and crashed into a tree."
verb
To set something to zero or to make something equal to zero.
"The company is zeroing its debt by selling some of its assets."
verb
To look at something for a long time, often with interest or surprise.
"She gazed at the stars in the night sky."
verb
Past tense and past participle of 'gas'. It means to attack someone with gas.
"During the war, many soldiers were gassed."
adjective
Having the job or duty of dealing with something.
"He is responsible for the project."
noun
A hormone made by the brain that helps control sleep.
"My doctor told me that melatonin can help me fall asleep faster."
noun
A vale is a valley. It's a low area of land between hills or mountains.
"The small village was nestled in a peaceful vale."
noun
The capital city of England and the United Kingdom. It is a very big and important city.
"I want to visit London to see the Tower Bridge."
noun
The act of lifting a dead weight, usually a barbell loaded with weights, off the ground to a standing position.
"He is practicing deadlifting to build strength."
verb
To make a small hole in something with a sharp point.
"She pricked her finger with a needle while sewing."