V Flashcards

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neglect

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fail to care for properly(n)

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wide

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of great or more than average width(adj)

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soothe

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gently calm (a person or their feelings)(v)

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opponent

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someone who competes against or fights another in a contest, game, or argument; a rival or adversary.(n)

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influence

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The ability to change the opinion of people or things(n)

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found

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Laying the foundation: laying the foundations on which it is based(V)

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predict

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say or estimate that (a specified thing) will happen in the future or will be a consequence of something(v)

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authorize

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give official permission for or approval to (an undertaking or agent)(v)

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observe

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notice or perceive (something) and register it as being significant.(v)

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security

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the state of being free from danger or threat.(n)

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vigor

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physical strength and good health (n)

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reject

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To refuse or decline something. (v)

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ignore

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To deliberately not pay attention to something or someone.(v)

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warnings

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Statements or signs that indicate possible danger or problems.(n)

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patent

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A legal document granting exclusive rights to an invention.(n)

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formula

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A method or plan used to solve a problem or achieve something.(n)

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novelty

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Something new, unusual, or innovative.(n)

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flop

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A complete failure.(n)

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endure

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To suffer something difficult or unpleasant with patience.(v)

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ubiquitous

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Present or appearing everywhere.(adj)

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adhesive

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A substance used for sticking objects or materials together.(n)

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Honor

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Respect or esteem given to someone for their integrity or achievements. (n)

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Reliable

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Able to be trusted to do what is expected or promised.(adj)

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Lasting impact

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A significant effect or influence that continues over a long time.(n)

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Negotiate
To discuss something formally in order to reach an agreement.(v)
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Surgeon
A doctor specialized in performing surgical operations.(n)
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Boundaries
Limits or borders that define the extent of something, such as personal space or physical areas.(n)
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Inventors
People who create or design new things, typically devices or processes.(n)
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Extensive
Covering a large area; wide-ranging or thorough.(adj)
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Compensate
To provide something, typically money, as a replacement or balance for loss, damage, or inconvenience.(v)
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Meek
Quiet, gentle, and submissive; not willing to argue or assert oneself.(adj)
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Industrial
Related to industry, manufacturing, or factories.(adj)
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Cultural
Related to the ideas, customs, and social behavior of a society.(adj)
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Touristic
Related to or designed for tourists.(adj)
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Treasure
A valuable object or collection of valuable items; also, something or someone highly valued.(n)
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Empire
A group of states or countries under the authority of a single ruler or government.(n)
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Vision
The ability to think about or plan the future with imagination or wisdom; also, the faculty of sight.(n)
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Prominent
Important, well-known, or easily noticeable.(adj)
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Vibrant Society
A lively, energetic, and dynamic community or social group.(adj+n)
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Infamous
Known for something bad or negative; notorious.(adj)
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Revolutionary
Involving or causing a complete or dramatic change; also, related to a revolution.(adj)
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Presidency
The office or role of a president. (n)
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Unprecedented
Something that has never happened or been seen before. (adj)
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Solidarity
Unity or agreement of feeling or action,(n)
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Look Familiar
A phrase used when someone or something seems to be recognized.(expression)
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Couldn't Place Your Face
A way of saying that someone looks familiar, but you can't remember their identity or where you know them from.(expression)
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Freaked Me Out
feel very surprised, scared, or anxious.(expression)
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Volunteer
A person who offers to do something without being paid for it.(n)
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Atmosphere
The overall feeling, mood, or environment of a place,(n)
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Disruption
refer to changes that significantly alter.(n)
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Ambiguous
Having more than one possible meaning; not clear.(adj)
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Benevolent
Kind and generous; showing goodwill.(adj)
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Ostentatious
Displaying wealth or knowledge in a way that is meant to attract attention.(adj)
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Conundrum
A confusing or difficult problem or question.(n)
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Impartial
Not favoring one side over another; neutral.(adj)
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Meticulous
Showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise.(adj)
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Advocate
A person who supports or defends a cause or idea.(v/n)
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Eloquent
Fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing.(adj)
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Paradox
A statement that seems contradictory but may be true.(n)
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Altruistic
Showing a selfless concern for the well-being of others.(adj)
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in fact, you see
expressions used to add information, often surprising information
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By the way
expression used to introduce a new topic
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Fit in
be part of
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day after day, day in and day out
following the same pattern
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bored to death
very bored
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talk someone out of it
to convince to do something different
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luckily
used to give an opinion that an event was positive
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luckily
used to give an opinion that an event was positive
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feeling down
feeling depressed
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look out for myself
think only about yourself and not care about other people
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To be honest
an expression used to make a statement stronger