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Question 1

A spate of / A score of

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A large number of things

Question 2

To Mull over

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To think about something deeply

Question 3

To tout

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To talk about, or praise someone or something repeatedly especially as a way of persuading people that it is something important.

Question 4

To avert

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To avert means to avoid

For example- the government is taking steps to avert a potential economic crisis

Question 5

Elude

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To evade or escape from a danger specially in a cunning way
For example - the thief eluded the police

Question 6

Shun

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To deliberately avoid someone or something Often because you disapprove of them

Eg..– The people in that tribal community shuns the members who Don’t abide by the tradition

Question 7

Circumvent

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To bypass or avoid something

Eg.- He found a way to circumvent the law

Question 8

Epistemic

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Relating to knowledge

Question 9

To yearn for something

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To really really really want something..

Question 10

Veracity

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Accuracy

Eg. - The Board members of the company expressed doubts regarding the veracity of the survey results.

Question 11

Tenet

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A principle or belief … Especially one of the main principles of a religion or philosophy

Question 12

Extol

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To praise enthusiastically

Eg. - the doctor extolled the benefits of the medicine

Question 13

Extraneous

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Something that is irrelevant or unrelated to the subject at hand

Eg - Pls redraft your report because it contains a lot of extraneous facts and figures

Question 14

To dabble in

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To take part in an activity or something in a casual way without fully committing to it

Question 15

To bear the brunt of

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To endure the worst part or majority of the impact of something (usually negative or harmful)

Eg. - During the storm, the coastal towns bore the brunt of damage.

Question 16

Woefully

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It means in a manner that expresses or indicates deep sorrow, misery or distress…

Eg, - India’s regulatory framework for pesticides is woefully outdated.

Question 17

Rampant

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“Rampant” describes something that is spreading unchecked and uncontrolled, often in a negative context.

Eg. - Inflation was rampant in the country, causing prices to skyrocket.

Question 18

Staggering

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overwhelming in amount, degree, or size

Eg. - The company reported staggering profits this quarter,

Question 19

Onus

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The responsibility, duty, or burden that someone must bear.

Eg.- The onus is on the company to ensure that its products are safe for consumers

Question 20

Burgeoning

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Growing or expanding rapidly. (Flourishing or developing quickly)

Eg. - The burgeoning tech industry in the region has attracted many investors

Question 21

To be “saddled with something”

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to be burdened or weighed down with a difficult responsibility, task, or problem.

eg. - RBI is saddled with conflicting functions which often leads to the Governors being in disagreement with the GoI.

Question 22

Waning

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gradually decreasing or diminishing in size, amount, intensity, or degree.

Eg. - The dependence of the citizens of India on cash as a payment mode is waning with passing time which indicates the success of the digital economy mission.

Question 23

Sprawling

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Means spreading out over a large area
Like something Vast

Eg. The sprawling city’s roads were full of supercars

Question 24

Chalice

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A large, often ornate (highly decorated) cup, typically used in religious ceremonies or rituals

Question 25

Ornate

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highly decorated

Question 26

Scuffle

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A scuffle is a small, messy fight or struggle. Think of it as a quick, rough tussle where people push and shove each other, but it's not a big or serious fight. For example: "Two kids had a scuffle over a toy,"

Question 27

Avid

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"Avid" means having a keen interest or enthusiasm for something. It describes someone who is very eager and passionate about a particular activity or subject. For example: "She is an avid reader," meaning she loves reading

Question 28

Amiable

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someone who is easy to get along with and has a warm, approachable personality.

Question 29

Clutch

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A tight grasp Eg - The girl stood there clutching the mic

Question 30

Mundane

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something that is ordinary ( often used to describe tasks, activities, or experiences that are routine and not particularly interesting ) Eg. - Filing paperwork is a mundane task.

Question 31

Expedite

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To speed up the process or make something happen more quickly (often tasks and procedures) Eg.- She asked the manager to expedite the approval of her request.

Question 32

Penchant

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When someone has a penchant for something, it means they are particularly fond of it or have a natural inclination / liking towards it. Eg. - She has a penchant for chocolate

Question 33

To temper something

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"To temper something" means to moderate, soften, or balance it. It involves making something less extreme or intense, Eg. - He had to temper his excitement"

Question 34

To wean away

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to gradually detach someone from a habit, practice, or dependency that they are accustomed to. It's often used to describe the process of reducing someone's reliance on something over time Eg - The government is attempting to wean the economy away from fossil fuels by promoting renewable energy sources

Question 35

Deft

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(Adj) describes someone who is very good at doing something often with high level of precision and agility.. Eg. She gave a deft performance on the piano. 2. The recent request by the Bangladesh's Govt to send Sheikh Haseena back, amid ongoing tensions there, needs some deft diplomatic actions.

Question 36

Perpetrate

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Means to carry out a harmful, illegal or immoral action. EG. - She accused the newly elected president of perpetrating "genocide" and religious riots in Bangladesh.

Question 37

Meticulous

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showing great attention to detail and being very careful and precise. It describes someone who takes care to ensure that everything is done accurately and thoroughly. EG. - His meticulously designed plans had no flaws. 2. He is meticulous about his plans.

Question 38

Raze

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To Demolish . Eg. The Mughals invaded and razed the once prosperous temples, the very symbol of the glory of our motherland.

Question 39

To eclipse someone

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To eclipse someone means to overshadow or outshine them . In general sense ... It means to become more important and more known than someone.. Eg. The new Chinese EV manufacturers gradually eclipsed the once titans of the field, the Japanese.

Question 40

Contour

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It refers to the shape or outline of something, whether it's a physical object, a geographical area, or even something more abstract. Eg . The contours of the meeting suggest a potential increase in the production capacity of the company.

Question 41

Vagaries

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Unexpected and unpredictable fluctuations and variations in the circumstances or behavior. Eg. - The vagaries of the weather in Manali always make it hard to plan the trip during this time of the year.

Question 42

Abate

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To become less severe, or to reduce in amount. degree. or intensity. Eg. 1) The pain in his leg abated since he applied the ointment she recommended. 2) The storm finally began to abate.

Question 43

Helm

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A device used for steering a ship or boat Leadership or command -- ( often used metaphorically to describe someone in charge of an organization or a project.) For example: "She is at the helm of a successful startup."

Question 44

Culminate in

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"culminated in" --- to indicate the final point or outcome of a process or we can say it means to result into something EG.- The flaws in the governance and faulty management and auditing culminated in huge losses. 2. Years of hard work and dedication culminated in her receiving the prestigious award

Question 45

Precipitous

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Done suddenly and without careful consideration, implying haste or rashness. For example: "The company's precipitous decision to expand overseas led to financial troubles

Question 46

Foray

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As a noun, it means a sudden attack or incursion into enemy territory, typically to obtain something. For example: "The soldiers made a foray into enemy lines to gather intelligence." It can also mean an attempt to become involved in a new activity or sphere. For example: "She made her first foray into the world of politics." As a verb, it means to make or do such an incursion. For example: "They decided to foray into the unexplored regions of the forest."

Question 47

sullied

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tarnished---often referring to something that has lost its purity, cleanliness, or integrity For example, if someone's reputation is sullied, it means their reputation has been damaged

Question 48

Sheen

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(noun) - refers to a soft, smooth shine or luster on a surface

Question 49

plummeted

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means to fall or drop straight down at high speed. It can also be used metaphorically to describe a significant and rapid decline in value or amount. EG.- The stock prices plummeted after the company announced its poor earnings

Question 50

Abysmal

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(Adjective)--describes something extremely bad often used to emphasize a severe degree of poor performance or condition. For example, The living conditions in the refugee camp were abysmal.

Question 51

the art of taking a bath with a raincoat on

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-often used metaphorically to describe an effort that is inherently self-defeating or futile. It's like trying to accomplish something while simultaneously preventing it from happening

Question 52

A deafening silence

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an evocative phrase that describes a silence so profound and intense that it feels almost loud or overwhelming. It's a beautiful way to convey the weight and intensity of silence in a given situation. EG.-- Although Mr. Manmohan Singh was a profound economist and his thoughts about the economy and nation are commendable, his deafening silence on the corruption, allegedly committed by the Nehru family itself, leaves all his arrows deviated, as if someone is trying to take a bath with a raincoat on.

Question 53

Quip

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to make a witty or clever remark. A quip is often a quick, humorous, or sarcastic comment Example- She quipped that the meeting could have been an email. Explanation of the example - She commented that the meeting's content was so straightforward and minimal that it could have been easily communicated via email instead. Her remark is likely meant to be humorous or slightly sarcastic, suggesting that the meeting may have been unnecessary or a waste of time.

Question 54

led to the mantle falling on the shoulders of someone

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The phrase "led to the mantle falling on the shoulders of someone" is a figurative way of saying that someone has taken on a significant role, responsibility, or burden, often following an event or circumstance that caused this shift. Here's a breakdown: - **Mantle**: This symbolizes a role or responsibility, often one of importance or leadership. Historically, a mantle was a cloak worn by someone in a position of authority. - **Falling on the shoulders**: This means that the responsibility or role has been placed on someone, indicating they now bear the weight or duty. For example, "After the CEO resigned, the mantle fell on the shoulders of the Vice President," implies that the Vice President now has to take on the responsibilities and duties of the CEO. It's a poetic way of describing the transfer of significant duties or roles from one person to another.

Question 55

Reel under something

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phrase that means to struggle or suffer due to the weight or impact of something overwhelming, such as pressure, stress, or a difficult situation. It conveys the idea of being affected heavily by negative circumstances. Example 1. "The small business was reeling under the impact of the economic downturn." 2. "He was reeling under the pressure of his new responsibilities."

Question 56

"Walk his talk"

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An idiom that means someone practices what they preach. It's about aligning one's actions with their words For example, if someone talks a lot about the importance of environmental conservation and then actively participates in recycling and reducing their carbon footprint, they are "walking their talk."

Question 57

Reckon

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It's often used in casual conversation to mean "believe" or "consider." For example, 1) I reckon it will rain tomorrow. 2) I reckon the total cost of the project will be $5,000

Question 58

Attrition

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A gradual reduction of anything EG. 1. The company experienced high employee attrition last year (Means, the work force reduced)

Question 59

Serendipity

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Definition: The occurrence and development of events by chance in a happy or beneficial way. Example: "The discovery of penicillin was a classic example of serendipity."

Question 60

Lexicon

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Vocabulary of a language

Question 61

Lexicon

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Vocabulary of a language