ted

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cargo

Question 2

dire

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adj
1) extremely serious or terrible
2) dire warning / predictions / forecast

example;
the situation doesn’t, seem as dire as you describe it
at the time , rebels were in die need of arms

Question 3

set one’s hair on fire

Answer 3

idiom
1)to fill one with intense or overwhelming passion often causing them to behave erratically or wildly.
( to become wildly impassioned - to behave crazily )
2) in extension to behave erratically or wildly

Question 4

sink

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verb - past tense: sunk
1) to go down below the surface of water
opp float
2) to fall down or sit down heavily especially because you are very tired and weak
sink into/down/to/back
* sank to my/his/her knees > went down into a kneeling position
3)get worse > to gradually get into a worse condition
sink into
example: the doctor said the boy was sinking fast > getting weaker and about to die
the good mood left me and I sank into depression
4)to go down in amount or value
* syn : drop app:rise
example: the population of the village sank to just a few families

Question 5

disparity

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noun
1) the difference between two or more thing especially an unfair one
disparity in/between
example : a disparity between the rates of ay for men and women
the economic disparities between the area’s black and white citizens is a seroius problem
for more example > longman

Question 6

solar

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adj
1) relating to the sun
2) using the power of the sun’s light and heat
exp: solar energy

Question 7

econimic

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adj
1) relating to trade , industry, and the management of money (مربوط به اقتصاد - اقتصادی

Question 8

sweep

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verb - past.t & past.participle > swept
1) to clean something from the floor or ground using a brush with a long handle
2) push something somewhere ( with a brushing movement)
3) to force somebody/something to move in a particular direction
4)if a group of people or animals sweep somewhere , they quickly move there together> sweep through/along
exp: the crowd swept through the gates of the stadium
5) if winds, waves,fire,etc sweep a place or sweep through ,across, etc a place , they move quickly and with a lot of force> sweep across/through
6) if a feeling sweeps over you , you’re suddenly affected by it
exp: a feeling of depression swept over me
7) to look quickly at all of something
8) if someone sweeps somewhere , they move quickly and confidently especially because they are impatient or like to seem important
9)to form a long curved shape > sweep down/along
exp: the hills swept down to the sea
10)sweep hair back /up means to pull your hair back from your face
*sweep something aside

Question 9

sustainability( n ) - sustainable ( adj)

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1) able to continue without causing damage to the environment
2) able to continue for a long time
3) strong enough to continue to existing or happening for a long time ( دایمی-مداوم)
exp: the market wants to see more evidence that price stability is sustainable

Question 10

recovery

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noun
1)a return to a normal state of health ,mind, strength
2)the action or process of regaining possession or control of something stolen or lost

Question 11

impact

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noun
1) the action 0f one object coming forcibly into contact with another
2)a marked effect or influence

verb
1)come into forcible contact with another object
2)have a strong effect on someone or something

Question 12

shudder

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verb
1) to shake for a short time because you are afraid or cold or because you think something Is very unpleasent
*shudder with : I shudder with embarrassment whenever I think about it
*shudder at : she shuddered at the thought that she could have been killed

Question 13

halt

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noun
s suspension of movement or activity , typically a temporary one

verb
bring or come to an abrupt stop

Question 14

greenhouse

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noun
a glass building in which plants that ned protection from cold weather are grown

Question 15

emission

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noun
the production and discharge of something especially gas or radiation

Question 16

unambiguous(adj) opp ambiguous
unambiguously(adv)-
noun> ambiguity

Answer 16

adj
a statement ,instruction, etc that is unambiguous is clear and easy to understand because it can only mean one thing

opp> ambiguous : something that is unclear , confusing , especially because it can understood in more than one way( دو ‍بهلو - مبهم)

• you can take something two ways = ambiguous

Question 17

recession

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noun

a period of temporary economic decline during which trade and industrial activity are reduced , generally identified by fall in GPDnin two successive quarters.

Question 18

induce

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verb
1)succeed in persuading or leading someone to do something
2) bring about or give rise to sun : bring about

Question 19

perceptive (adj)
perceptively(adv)

Answer 19

adj
having or showing sensitive insight syndrome insightful/ discerning

adv
in a way that shows the ability to notice and understand things that many people do not notice

Question 20

implement

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verb
to start using a plan or system ( اجرا کردن)

Question 21

subsidize

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verb

to pay part of the cost of something(کمک هزینه دادن)

Question 22

daunting

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adj
making you feel slightly frightened or worried about your ability to achieve something

Question 23

sector

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1) one of the areas into which the economic activity of a country is divided
exp: private sector / financial sector

2) a part of society that can be separated from other parts because of its own special character.
exp: the farm sector

Question 24

regional

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adj
relating to or characteristic of a region

noun
a stamp , newspaper or other thing produced or used in a particular region

Question 25

municipal

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adj relating to a town or district or it's governing body municipality : شهرداری

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equipment

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pursue

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chairman

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ambitious

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vessel container vessel container

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steam (v)

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sail ( v) (n)

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consume

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consumption

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accuracy

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shareholder

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combustion

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pile pile of waste

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bunker bunker fuel

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scale

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urge ( v)

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urge ( v)

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implement

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fleet

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exponential

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expenditure

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assumption

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lean in

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​BUSINESS: to actively accept challenges and seek more responsibility, especially in order to progress in your career exp: 1- She advises young women to lean in in order to move up the hierarchy. 2-If one more person tells me to lean in without getting into how it really feels, I’m going to scream.

Question 48

insatiable

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(especially of a desire or need) too great to be satisfied exp: 1-Like so many politicians, he had an insatiable appetite/desire/hunger for power. 2-Nothing, it seemed, would satisfy his insatiable curiosity.

Question 49

compete(v)

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to try to be more successful than someone or something else exp: 1-It's difficult for a small shop to compete against/with the big supermarkets. 2-Both girls compete for their father's attention. to take part in a race or competition exp:The two athletes are competing for the gold medal.

Question 50

accomplish(v)

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to finish something successfully or to achieve something exp: 1-I feel as if I've accomplished nothing since I left my job. 2-The students accomplished the task in less than ten minutes. 3-These goals will be extremely hard to accomplish. 4-If you are fit, the climb can be accomplished in less than three hours. 5-New technology means that astronomers can accomplish in a single night what once took years.

Question 51

contained

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to have something inside or include something as a part exp: 1-Try to avoid foods which contain a lot of fat. 2-I lost a file containing a lot of important documents. 3-The allegations contained in this report are very serious 4-The following programme contains scenes that may be disturbing to some viewers.

Question 52

intense ( adj)

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extreme and forceful or (of a feeling) very strong exp: 1-He suddenly felt an intense pain in his back. 2-She learned that even intense emotional pain passes Intense people are very serious, and usually have strong emotions or opinions: exp: an intense young man

Question 53

high octane( adj)

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full of energy or very powerful: exp: a high-octane performance High-octane fuel is of very good quality

Question 54

eagerness(n) eager(adj)

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the state of wanting to do or have something very much, especially something interesting or enjoyable exp: 1-The book describes her eagerness for new experiences 2-When one type of treatment fails, they go after a new one with the same eagerness with which they took up the old one.

Question 55

conceal

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to prevent something from being seen or known about exp: 1-The listening device was concealed in a pen. 2-I tried to conceal my surprise when she told me her age. 3-Her saintly manner concealed a devious mind.

Question 56

masculine(adj)

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having characteristics that are traditionally thought to be typical of or suitable for men exp: 1-a masculine appearance/voice 2-She looks a bit masculine in that suit. 3-He wanted a more masculine hair style. مردانه

Question 57

trait(n)

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a particular characteristic that can produce a particular type of behaviour: exp: 1-Arrogance is a very unattractive personality/character trait. 2-Patience is one of his best traits ویژگی-خسیسه

Question 58

gal (n)

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a woman or girl exp:You're just an old-fashioned gal, aren't you, honey!

Question 59

curiosity (n) curious (adj)

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an eager wish to know or learn about something exp: 1-to arouse/excite/satisfy someone's curiosity 2-I'm burning with curiosity 3-She decided to call her ex-boyfriend out of curiosity. 4-"Why do you ask?" "Oh, just idle curiosity (= for no particular reason)."

Question 59

timeshare

Answer 59

a holiday house or apartment that is owned by several different people who each use it for a particular period of the year exp:timeshare holidays/property/developments **timesharing: the activity of owning and using a timeshare

Question 60

real estate(n)

Answer 60

property in the form of land or buildings exp: We're going to buy a piece of real estate. *read the Cambridge smart vocabs.

Question 61

blatant

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very obvious and intentional, when this is a bad thing exp: 1-a blatant lie 2-The whole episode was a blatant attempt to gain publicity. opp> inconspicuous

Question 62

physique

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the shape and size of a human body exp: He has a very powerful, muscular physique.

Question 63

chummy(adj)

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friendly exp:They're very chummy with their neighbours.

Question 64

pat

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to touch someone or something gently and usually repeatedly with the hand flat exp: 1-He patted my head/patted me on the head affectionately 2-She patted him on the head as she went past.

Question 65

derriere

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=ass

Question 66

subtle(adj)

Answer 66

not loud, bright, noticeable, or obvious in any way: exp:The play's message is perhaps too subtle to be understood by young children. small but important: exp:There is a subtle difference between these two plans. achieved in a quiet way that does not attract attention to itself and is therefore good or clever

Question 67

nuance(n)

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A)a very slight difference in appearance, meaning, sound, etc. exp: 1-The painter has managed to capture every nuance of the woman's expression 2-Linguists explore the nuances of language. B)a quality of something that is not easy to notice but may be important exp:Actors have to study the nuances of facial expression to show the whole range of emotions.

Question 68

spark(v)

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to cause the start of something, especially an argument or fighting: exp: 1-This proposal will almost certainly spark another countrywide debate about immigration. 2-The recent interest-rate rises have sparked new problems for small businesses.

Question 69

perception(N)

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a belief or opinion, often held by many people and based on how things seem exp: 1-We have to change the public's perception that money is being wasted. 2-There is a general perception that exams are becoming easier to pass. 3-We need to change people's perception of the military. ادراک-بینش-برداشت-استنباط

Question 70

perceive(v)

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A)to come to an opinion about something, or have a belief about something exp: 1-Women's magazines are often perceived to be superficial. 2-She perceives me as some sort of tyrant. 3-New technology was perceived to be a threat to employment B)to see something or someone, or to notice something that is obvious exp: 1-Bill perceived a tiny figure in the distance. 2-I perceived a note of unhappiness in her voice. درک کردن-مشاهده کردن

Question 71

assert(V) assertive

Answer 71

A)to behave in a way that expresses your confidence, importance, or power and earns you respect from others exp: 1-I really must assert myself more in meetings. 2-Don't be afraid to assert yourself and make your views clear. 3-She very quickly asserted her authority over the class. 4-Tough new policies are needed if the authorities are to assert control over a crime-ridden city. 5-The book asserts that the 1969 moon landing was a hoax. 6-The prime minister asserted that he had no intention of resigning. ادعا کردن-اظهار نظر کردن

Question 72

competence competent

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likability

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dilemma

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quality

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regard

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venture

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capitalist

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colleague

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penelize

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nurturing

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deferential

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decisive

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inquisitive

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spare

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bias

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implicit

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sting

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heuristic

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fair

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shrill

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outperform

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counterpart

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backlash

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mitigate

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disrupt

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stereotype

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peak up

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snap

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perceive

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combative

Question 98

conceded