LevelB Flashcards
(90 cards)
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neither
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determiner& pronoun
not the one nor the other of two people or things; not either:
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harm
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noun
physical injury, esp. that which is deliberately inflicted: it’s fine as long as no one is inflicting harm on anyone else.
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birth
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noun
the emergence of a baby or other young from the body of its mother;
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curtain
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noun
a piece of material suspended at the top to form a covering or screen
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market
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noun
1 a regular gathering of people for the purchase and sale of provisions, livestock, and other commodities: farmers going to market .
2 an area or arena in which commercial dealings are conducted: the sale of cruisers in the American market continues to plummet | the labor market.
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several
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determiner& pronoun
more than two but not many
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thirty
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cardinalnumber ( pl. thirties )
the number equivalent to the product of three and ten; ten less than forty; 30:
(Roman numeral: xxx, XXX )
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burst
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verb ( past and past participle burst )
(of a container) break suddenly and violently apart, spilling the contents, typically as a result of an impact or internal pressure: we inflated dozens of balloons and only one burst.
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apart
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adverb
1 (of two or more people or things) separated by a distance; at a specified distance from each other in time or space:
2 to or on one side; at a distance from the main body:
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discover
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verb [ with obj. ] 1 find (something or someone) unexpectedly or in the course of a search: firemen discovered a car in the debris |
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squirrel
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noun
an agile tree-dwelling rodent with a bushy tail, typically feeding on nuts and seeds.
verb ( squirrels, squirreling , squirreled )
1 [ with obj. ] (squirrel something away) hide money or something of value in a safe place: the money was squirreled away in foreign bank accounts.
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surface
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noun
1 the outside part or uppermost layer of something (often used when describing its texture, form, or extent): the earth’s surface | poor road surfaces.
2 Geometry a continuous set of points that has length and breadth but no thickness.
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artist
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noun
a person who produces paintings or drawings as a profession or hobby.
• a performer, such as a singer, actor, or dancer.
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service
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noun
1 the action of helping or doing work for someone: *millions are involved in voluntary service.
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personal
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adjective
1 of, affecting, or belonging to a particular person rather than to anyone else: her personal fortune was recently estimated at $37 million.
2 of or concerning one’s private life, relationships, and emotions rather than matters connected with one’s public or professional career: the book describes his acting career and gives little information about his personal life.
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fur
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noun
1 the short, fine, soft hair of certain animals: a long, lean, muscular cat with sleek fur.
2 Brit.a coating formed by hard water on the inside surface of a pipe, kettle, or other container.
• a coating formed on the tongue as a symptom of sickness.
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article
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noun
1 a particular item or object, typically one of a specified type:
2 a piece of writing included with others in a newspaper, magazine, or other publication: an article about middle-aged executives.
3 a separate clause or paragraph of a legal document or agreement
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deliver
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verb [ with obj. ]
1 bring and hand over (a letter, parcel, or ordered goods) to the proper recipient or address
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thirst
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noun
a feeling of needing or wanting to drink something: they quenched their thirst with spring water.
verb
(of a person or animal) feel a need to drink something.
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surf
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noun
the mass or line of foam formed by waves breaking on a seashore or reef: the roar of the surf.
verb [ no obj. ]
ride on the crest of a wave, typically toward the shore while riding on a surfboard: learning to surf.
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shark
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noun
1 a long-bodied chiefly marine fish with a cartilaginous skeleton, a prominent dorsal fin, and toothlike scales. Most sharks are predatory, although the largest kinds feed on plankton.
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uglier
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adjective ( uglier , ugliest )
unpleasant or repulsive, esp. in appearance: she thought she was ugly and fat | the ugly sound of a fire alarm | (as noun the ugly) : he instinctively shrinks from the ugly.
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liter
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noun
a metric unit of capacity, formerly defined as the volume of 1 kilogram of water under standard conditions, now equal to 1,000 cubic centimeters (about 1.75 pints). …I am going to buy a 2 liter bottle of pop.
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curved
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noun
a line or outline that gradually deviates from being straight for some or all of its length: the parapet wall sweeps down in a bold curve.
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starve
verb
1 (of a person or animal) suffer severely or die from hunger: she left her animals to starve | seven million starved to death | (as adj. starving) : the world's starving children.
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erase
verb [ with obj. ]
| rub out or remove (writing or marks): graffiti had been erased from the wall.
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litter
noun
1 trash, such as paper, cans, and bottles, that is left lying in an open or public place:
2 the group of young animals born to an animal at one time: a litter of five kittens.
3 material forming a surface-covering layer, in particular:
4 historical a vehicle containing a bed or seat enclosed by curtains and carried on men's shoulders or by animals.
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hurricane
noun
| a storm with a violent wind, in particular a tropical cyclone in the Caribbean.
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public
adjective
1 of or concerning the people as a whole: public concern | public affairs.
2 done, perceived, or existing in open view: he wanted a public apology in the Wall Street Journal | we should talk somewhere less public.
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common
adjective ( commoner , commonest )
1 occurring, found, or done often; prevalent: salt and pepper are the two most common seasonings |
2 showing a lack of taste and refinement; vulgar.
3 shared by, coming from, or done by more than one: the two republics' common border | problems common to both communities.
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suffer
verb [ with obj. ]
1 experience or be subjected to (something bad or unpleasant): he'd suffered intense pain |
2 to tolerate: France will no longer suffer the existing government.
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ribbon
noun
1 a long, narrow strip of fabric, used esp. for tying something or for decoration: the tiny pink ribbons in her hair | cut four lengths of ribbon.
2 a long, narrow strip of something: slice the peppers into ribbons lengthwise.
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language
noun
1 the method of human communication, either spoken or written, consisting of the use of words in a structured and conventional way: a study of the way children learn language
2 the system of communication used by a particular community or country: the book was translated into twenty-five languages.
3 the manner or style of a piece of writing or speech: he explained the procedure in simple, everyday language.
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expect
verb [ with obj. ]
| regard (something) as likely to happen: we expect the best
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offer
verb
present or proffer (something) for (someone) to accept or reject as so desired: may I offer you a drink?
noun
an expression of readiness to do or give something if desired: [ with infinitive ] : he had accepted Mallory's offer to buy him a drink | a job offer.
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sandwich
noun
an item of food consisting of two pieces of bread with meat, cheese, or other filling between them, eaten as a light meal: a ham sandwich.
verb [ with obj. ] (usu. be sandwiched between)
insert or squeeze (someone or something) between two other people or things, typically in a restricted space or so as to be uncomfortable
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master
noun
1 chiefly historical a man who has people working for him, esp. servants or slaves: he acceded to his master's wishes.
2 a skilled practitioner of a particular art or activity: I'm a master of disguise.
3 a person who holds a second or further degree from a university or other academic institution (only in titles and set expressions): a master's degree | a Master of Arts.
4 a man in charge of an organization or group, in particular:
5 used as a title prefixed to the name of a boy not old enough to be called “Mr.”: Master James Williams.
6 an original movie, recording, or document from which copies can be made:
adjective [ attrib. ]
1 having or showing very great skill or proficiency: a master painter.
2 main; principal: the master bedroom.
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subject
noun
1 a person or thing that is being discussed, described, or dealt with: I've said all there is to be said on the subject | he's the subject of a major new biography.
2 a branch of knowledge studied or taught in a school, college, or university.
3 a citizen or member of a state other than its supreme ruler.
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signal
noun
1 a gesture, action, or sound that is used to convey information or instructions, typically by prearrangement between the parties concerned: the firing of the gun was the signal for a chain of beacons to be lit
2 an electrical impulse or radio wave transmitted or received: equipment for receiving TV signals.
verb ( signals, signaling , signaled ; chiefly Brit. signals, signalling, signalled
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gather
verb
1 [ no obj. ] come together; assemble or accumulate: a crowd gathered in the square.
2 [ with obj. ] bring together and take in from scattered places or sources: we have gathered the information.
3 [ with obj. ] infer; understand: her clients were, I gathered, a prosperous group.
4 [ with obj. ] develop a higher degree of: the green movement is gathering pace.
5 [ with obj. ] summon up (a mental or physical attribute such as one's thoughts or strength) for a purpose: he lay gathering his thoughts together | he gathered himself for a tremendous leap.
noun (gathers)
a part of a garment that is gathered or drawn in
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atlas
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noun
1 ( pl. atlases ) a book of maps or charts: I looked in the atlas to find a map of Italy | a road atlas.
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2 ( pl. atlases ) (also atlas vertebra )Anatomy the topmost vertebra of the backbone, articulating with the occipital bone of the skull.
3 ( pl. atlantes |atˈlantēz| ) Architecture a stone carving of a male figure, used as a column to support the entablature of a Greek or Greek-style building.
ORIGIN late 16th cent. (originally denoting a person who supported a great burden): via Latin from Greek Atlas, the god who held up the pillars of the universe and whose picture appeared at the front of early atlases.
Atlas |ˈatləs|Greek Mythology
one of the Titans, who was punished for his part in their revolt against Zeus by being made to support the heavens. He became identified with the Atlas Mountains.
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added
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verb [ with obj. ]
1 join (something) to something else so as to increase the size, number, or amount: a new wing was added to the building
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2 put together (two or more numbers or amounts) to calculate their total value: they added all the figures up | add the two numbers together
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admit
verb ( admits, admitting , admitted )
1 [ reporting verb ] confess to be true or to be the case, typically with reluctance:
2 [ with obj. ] allow (someone) to enter a place: senior citizens are admitted free to the museum.
3 [ no obj. ] (admit of) allow the possibility of: the need to inform him was too urgent to admit of further delay
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gallop
noun
the fastest pace of a horse or other quadruped, with all the feet off the ground together in each stride: the horse broke into a furious gallop | riding at full gallop.
verb ( gallops, galloping , galloped ) [ no obj. ]
1 (of a horse) go at the pace of a gallop.
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skinny
skinny |ˈskinē|
adjective ( skinnier , skinniest )
1 (of a person or part of their body) very thin: his skinny arms.
2 • (of an article of clothing) tight-fitting: a skinny black dress.
3 informal (of coffee) made with skimmed or semi-skimmed milk: one skinny latte to go, please.
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selfish
adjective
(of a person, action, or motive) lacking consideration for others; concerned chiefly with one's own personal profit or pleasure: I joined them for selfish reasons.
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jagged
adjective
| having rough, sharp points protruding: the jagged edges gashed their fingers | figurative : soothing her jagged nerves.
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pressure
noun
1 the continuous physical force exerted on or against an object by something in contact with it: the slight extra pressure he applied to her hand.
2 the use of persuasion, influence, or intimidation to make someone do something: the proposals put pressure on Britain to drop its demand | the many pressures on girls to worry about their looks.
verb [ with obj. ]
attempt to persuade or coerce (someone) into doing something: it might now be possible to pressure him into resigning |
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effort
noun
a vigorous or determined attempt: hammer birdhouses to country fenceposts in an effort to bring back the eastern bluebird.
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agriculture
noun
the science or practice of farming, including cultivation of the soil for the growing of crops and the rearing of animals to provide food, wool, and other products.
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seldom
adverb
not often; rarely:
adjective
not common; infrequent: a great but seldom pleasure.
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interest
noun
1 the state of wanting to know or learn about something or someone: she looked about her with interest.
2 money paid regularly at a particular rate for the use of money lent, or for delaying the repayment of a debt: the monthly rate of interest | [ as modifier ] : interest payments.
3 the advantage or benefit of a person or group: the merger is not contrary to the public interest | we are acting in the best interests of our customers.
4 a stake, share, or involvement in an undertaking, esp. a financial one: holders of voting rights must disclose their interests | he must have no personal interest in the outcome of the case.
verb
excite the curiosity or attention of (someone): I thought the book might interest Eric.
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canyon
noun
| a deep gorge, typically one with a river flowing through it.
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handsome
adjective ( handsomer , handsomest )
1 (of a man) good-looking.
2 (of a number, sum of money, or margin) substantial: elected by a handsome majority.
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messenger
noun
1 a person who carries a message or is employed to carry messages.
2 Nautical (also messenger line )an endless rope, cable, or chain used with a capstan to haul an anchor cable or to drive a powered winch.
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verb
send (a document or package) by messenger: could you have it messengered over to me?
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plastic
noun
a synthetic material made from a wide range of organic polymers such as polyethylene, PVC, nylon, etc., that can be molded into shape while soft and then set into a rigid or slightly elastic form.
adjective
1 made of plastic: plastic bags.
2 (of substances or materials) easily shaped or molded: rendering the material more plastic.
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main
adjective
chief in size or importance: a main road | the main problem is one of resources.
noun
1 a principal pipe carrying water or gas to buildings, or taking sewage from them: a faulty gas main.
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ache
noun
1 a continuous or prolonged dull pain in a part of one's body: the ache in her head worsened.
2 [ in sing. ] an emotion experienced with painful or bittersweet intensity: an ache in her heart.
verb
1 (of a person) suffer from a continuous dull pain: I'm aching all over.
2 feel intense sadness or compassion: she sat still and silent, her heart aching | she looked so tired that my heart ached for her.
3 feel an intense desire for: she ached for his touch | [ with infinitive ] : he was aching to get his hands on the ball.
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usual
adjective
| habitually or typically occurring or done; customary: he carried out his usual evening routine
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field
noun
1 an area of open land, esp. one planted with crops or pasture, typically bounded by hedges or fences: a wheat field | a field of corn.
2 a particular branch of study or sphere of activity or interest: we talked to professionals in various fields.
3 (usu. the field) all the participants in a contest or sport: he destroyed the rest of the field with a devastating injection of speed.
verb
1 [ no obj. ] Baseball play as a fielder.
2 [ with obj. ] send out (a team or individual) to play in a game: a high school that traditionally fielded mediocre teams.
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hail
noun
pellets of frozen rain that fall in showers from cumulonimbus clouds.
1 (it hails, it is hailing, etc.) hail falls: it hailed so hard we had to stop.
2 [ with adverbial of direction ] (of a large number of objects) fall or be hurled forcefully: missiles and bombs hail down from the sky.
verb
1 [ with obj. ] call out to (someone) to attract attention: the crew hailed a fishing boat.
2 [ with obj. ] acclaim enthusiastically as being a specified thing: he has been hailed as the new James Dean.
3 [ no obj. ] (hail from) have one's home or origins in (a place): he hails from Pittsburgh.
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value
noun
1 the regard that something is held to deserve; the importance, worth, or usefulness of something: your support is of great value.
2 (values) a person's principles or standards of behavior; one's judgment of what is important in life: they internalize their parents' rules and values.
3 the numerical amount denoted by an algebraic term; a magnitude, quantity, or number: the mean value of x | an accurate value for the mass of Venus.
verb ( values , valuing , valued )
1 estimate the monetary worth of (something): his estate was valued at $45,000.
2 consider (someone or something) to be important or beneficial; have a high opinion of: she had come to value her privacy and independence.
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hero
noun ( pl. heroes )
a person, typically a man, who is admired or idealized for courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities: a war hero.
• (in mythology and folklore) a person of superhuman qualities and often semidivine origin, in particular one of those whose exploits and dealings with the gods were the subject of ancient Greek myths and legends.
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niece
noun
| a daughter of one's brother or sister, or of one's brother-in-law or sister-in-law.
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straight
adjective
1 extending or moving uniformly in one direction only; without a curve or bend: a long, straight road.
2 properly positioned so as to be level, upright, or symmetrical: he made sure his tie was straight.
3 not evasive; honest: a straight answer | thank you for being straight with me.
adverb
1 in a straight line; directly: he was gazing straight at her | keep straight on .
2 in or into a level, even, or upright position: he pulled his clothes straight | sit up straight!
3 correctly; clearly: I'm so tired I can hardly think straight.
4 without a break; continuously: he remembered working sixteen hours straight.
noun
1 a part of something that is not curved or bent, esp. the concluding stretch of a racetrack: he pulled away in the straight to win by half a second.
2 Poker a continuous sequence of five cards.
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continue
verb ( continues , continuing , continued )
1 [ no obj. ] persist in an activity or process: he was unable to continue with his job | prices continued to fall during April.
2 recommence or resume after interruption: [ with obj. ] : we continue the story from the point reached in Chapter 1
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museum
noun
| a building in which objects of historical, scientific, artistic, or cultural interest are stored and exhibited.
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brief
adjective
of short duration: the president made a brief visit to Moscow.
verb [ with obj. ]
instruct or inform (someone) thoroughly, esp. in preparation for a task: she briefed him on last week's decisions.
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trailer
noun
1 an unpowered vehicle towed by another, in particular:
2 an excerpt or series of excerpts from a movie or program used to advertise it in advance; a preview.
3 a thing that trails, esp. a trailing plant.
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verb [ with obj. ]
1 advertise (a movie or program) in advance by broadcasting excerpts or details.
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2 transport (something) by trailer.
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gaze
verb [ no obj. ]
look steadily and intently, esp. in admiration, surprise, or thought: he could only gaze at her in astonishment.
noun
a steady intent look: he turned, following her gaze | offices screened from the public gaze.
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total
adjective
1 [ attrib. ] comprising the whole number or amount: a total cost of $4,000.
2 complete; absolute: a total stranger | they drove home in total silence.
noun
the whole number or amount of something: he scored a total of thirty-three points | in total, 200 people were interviewed.
verb
1 amount in number to: they were left with debts totaling $6,260.
2. informal damage (something, typically a vehicle) beyond repair; wreck.
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shield
noun
1 a broad piece of metal or another suitable material, held by straps or a handle attached on one side, used as a protection against blows or missiles.
2 something shaped like a shield, in particular:
3 a person or thing providing protection: a protective coating of grease provides a shield against abrasive dirt.
verb [ with obj. ]
protect (someone or something) from a danger, risk, or unpleasant experience: he pulled the cap lower to shield his eyes from the glare
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remain
verb
continue to exist, esp. after other similar or related people or things have ceased to exist: a cloister is all that remains of the monastery.
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rate
noun
1 a measure, quantity, or frequency, typically one measured against some other quantity or measure: the crime rate rose by 26 percent.
2 a fixed price paid or charged for something, esp. goods or services: the basic rate of pay | advertising rates.
verb
1 assign a standard or value to (something) according to a particular scale: they were asked to rate their ability at different driving maneuvers
2 [ with obj. ] consider to be of a certain quality, standard, or rank: he rates the company's stock a “buy.”
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even
adjective ( evener, evenest )
1 flat and smooth: prepare the site, then lay an even bed of mortar.
2 equal in number, amount, or value: an even gender balance among staff and students.
3 (of a number, such as 2, 6, or 108) divisible by two without a remainder.
verb
make or become even: [ with obj. ] : she cut the hair again to even up the ends.
adverb
used to emphasize something surprising or extreme: they have never even heard of the US | they wore fur hats, even in summer.
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priest
noun
1 an ordained minister of the Catholic, Orthodox, or Anglican Church having the authority to perform certain rites and administer certain sacraments.
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railroad
noun
1 a track or set of tracks made of steel rails along which passenger and freight trains run: [ as modifier ] : a railroad line.
2 a system of such tracks with the trains, organization, and personnel required for its working: [ in names ] : the Union Pacific Railroad.
verb
1 [ with obj. ] informal press (someone) into doing something by rushing or coercing them: she hesitated, unwilling to be railroaded into a decision.
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latitude
noun
1 the angular distance of a place north or south of the earth's equator, or of a celestial object north or south of the celestial equator, usually expressed in degrees and minutes:
2 scope for freedom of action or thought: journalists have considerable latitude in criticizing public figures.
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rules
noun
1 one of a set of explicit or understood regulations or principles governing conduct within a particular activity or sphere: the rules of the game were understood.
2 a strip of wood or other rigid material used for measuring length or marking straight lines; a ruler.
verb
1 [ with obj. ] exercise ultimate power or authority over (an area and its people): Latin America today is ruled by elected politicians
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fierce
adjective ( fiercer , fiercest )
having or displaying an intense or ferocious aggressiveness: as women, we need to accept that we can be fierce, cunning, and predatory | the fierce air battles that ensued over the Pacific.
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maintenance
noun
1 the process of maintaining or preserving someone or something, or the state of being maintained: crucial conditions for the maintenance of democratic government.
2 the provision of financial support for a person's living expenses, or the support so provided.
3 Law, historical the former offense of aiding a party in a legal action without lawful cause.
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longitude
noun
the angular distance of a place east or west of the meridian at Greenwich, England, or west of the standard meridian of a celestial object, usually expressed in degrees and minutes:
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frequent
adjective |ˈfrēkwənt|
occurring or done on many occasions, in many cases, or in quick succession: frequent changes in policy | the showers will become heavier and more frequent.
verb
visit (a place) often or habitually:
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briefcase
noun
| a flat, rectangular container, typically made of leather, for carrying books and papers.
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known
adjective
recognized, familiar, or within the scope of knowledge: bivalved crustaceans little known to nonprofessionals | the known world.
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certain
adjective
1 known for sure; established beyond doubt: it's certain that more changes are in the offing | she looks certain to win an Oscar.
2 [ attrib. ] specific but not explicitly named or stated: he raised certain personal problems with me | the exercise was causing him a certain amount of pain.
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gentle
adjective ( gentler , gentlest )
1 (of a person) mild in temperament or behavior; kind or tender: he was a gentle, sensitive man.
2 moderate in action, effect, or degree; not harsh or severe: a little gentle persuasion | a gentle breeze.
verb
make or become gentle; calm or pacify: [ no obj. ] : Cobb's tone gentled a little.
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attic
noun
| a space or room just below the roof of a building.
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thought
noun
1 an idea or opinion produced by thinking or occurring suddenly in the mind: Maggie had a sudden thought | I asked him if he had any thoughts on how it had happened | Mrs. Oliver's first thought was to get help.
2 the action or process of thinking: Sophie sat deep in thought .
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office
noun
1 a room, set of rooms, or building used as a place for commercial, professional, or bureaucratic work: computers first appeared in offices in the late 1970s | [ as modifier ] : an office job.
2 a position of authority, trust, or service, typically one of a public nature: the office of attorney general.
3 (usu. offices) a service or kindness done for another person or group of people.
