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sufficient

/səˈfɪʃ.ənt/

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enough in amount

I have …….. time to study for IELTS

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instance

/ˈɪn.stəns/

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an example, a case

jewelry making is an …….. which expresses how creative I am

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method

/ˈmɛθ.əd/

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how to do something, a process

I have my own …….. for making tiramisu

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accurate

/ˈæk.jʊ.rət/

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correct ( about information not opinion ); on target

the GPS device was so ……… that my client couldn’t believe it

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establish

/ɪˈstæb.lɪʃ/

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to build, to create ( organization, or idea )

the pundit company was ……….. in 2020

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analyze

/ˈæn.ə.laɪz/

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to try to understand something better by closely looking at its details

we ……… other people’s behaviors to predict their actions

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trend

/trɛnd/

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the way in which something is changing

The …….. in global temperatures shows a steady increase due to climate change

Unfortunately, the economic climate in my country is experiencing a downward ……. , characterized by rising inflation and unemployment

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significant

/sɪɡˈnɪfɪkənt/

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important enough that you should notice

Getting the IELTS is a …… step in the application process

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predict

/prɪˈdɪkt/

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to say something will happen in future

animals can ……. earthquakes

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concept

/ˈkɒn.sɛpt/

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an abstract idea

I heard about the ……. of a warp machine last week

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overall

/ˈoʊ.vɚ.ɔːl/

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looking at all pieces; in general

…… , he is a good person

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register

/ˈrɛɡɪstər/

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to show on a tool for measuring; to put your information in a list

the highest temperature ……… in July

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adequate

/ˈædɪkwət/

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good enough

you have to drink ……. water every day

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emphasize

/ˈɛmfəsaɪz/

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to place extra importance on something

during the course, the lecturer …….. doing side projects

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illustrate

/ˈɪləsˌtreɪt/

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to explain with an example

The professor …….. the magnetic field by placing a magnet under a plate full of iron filings

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involve

/ɪnˈvɒlv/

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To include

Creating an embedded system ……. programming and designing PCB

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constant

/ˈkɒnstənt/

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Continuous; not changing and not stopping

The river flows …….. throughout the year

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despite

/dɪˈspaɪt/

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even with ( when an event is surprising because of some difficulty )

I managed to buy a house ……… my low income

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stress

/strɛs/

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pressure, tension; to place extra importance on something

I should have ……. reviewing my university lessons in the past few years

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brief

/brɪf/

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short ( about time, not length )

Students should take a …… break every hour

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furthermore

/ˈfɜːðərmɔːr/

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also; in addition

In case of power outage, I cannot use my computer; ……. , I cannot even make a coffee

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consume

/kənˈsjuːm/

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to eat; to use up

Those who are prone to diabetes should control how much sugar they ………

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approach

/əˈprəʊtʃ/

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to move closer to something; a way to do something

People have different ………. to offensive language

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project

/ˈprɒdʒɛkt/ (n.) ; /prəˈdʒɛkt/ (v.)

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a plan to reach a specific goal; to throw ( ligh or energy ); to predict based on current measurements

High-tech meters …….. a laser beam to an object and measure the time the beam takes to return to the device

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hypothesis | /haɪˈpɒθəsɪs/
an idea that explains something but is unproven ## Footnote When something happens to me, I always think of different ........ about it
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context | /ˈkɒntɛkst/
the information or situation around something or an idea ## Footnote When I don't know about the ongoing topic, I focus on the ......... of everyone's conversation
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issue | /ˈɪʃuː/
a topic to talk about; a problem ## Footnote We talk about political ........ whenever we meet my friend Amir
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assume | /əˈsjuːm/
to believe without proof ## Footnote I assumed I would sit for the IELTS exam in 2024
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lecture | /ˈlɛktʃər/
a long speech about one topic; to give a long speech about a topic ## Footnote The professor emphasized the importance of the first .........
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theory | /ˈθɪri/
an idea about how something works ## Footnote I would like to review the ........ of electromagnetism this summer
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function | /ˈfʌŋkʃən/
to work; what something does ## Footnote My previous laptop was not .......... properly
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contrast | /kənˈtræst/
to be clearly different from; to look specifically at the difference between two things ## Footnote The income of a job, in ........ to the location, is more important
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require | /rɪˈkwaɪər/
to need for a specific purpose; to set as the minimum ## Footnote An IELTS score above 7 is ......... for the admission
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adjust | /əˈdʒʌst/
to change something a little to make it better ## Footnote I have been trying for 10 years to ........ my weight
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feature | /ˈfiːtʃər/
an important characteristic; to include as an important piece ## Footnote Working remotely is a ......... of programming jobs
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substitute | /ˈsʌbstɪtjuːt/
to take out something and put something else in its place; something that goes in place of the normal thing ## Footnote People with diabetes usually ........ sugar with dried berries
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demonstrate | /ˈdɛmənˌstreɪt/
to show an example of; to prove with evidence ## Footnote I have .......... the accident to the officer and he exonerated me
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hence | /hens/
as a result, therefore, so ## Footnote I was busy last night, ....... I couldn't go to the party
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select | /sɪˈlekt/
to choose; chosen as the best of a group ## Footnote The Darchin restaurant is a ....... food complex on Kish Island
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capable | /ˈkeɪ.pə.bəl/
able to do ## Footnote Penguins are ........ of holding their breath for a long time
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investigate | /ɪnˈvɛs.təˌɡeɪt/
to research; to try to find answers to questions about something ## Footnote Farmers .......... the cause of the reduction in product volume
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modify | /ˈmɑː.dəˌfaɪ/
to make small changes ## Footnote I have ......... the project to enhance its capabilities
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data | /ˈdæ.tə/
information, facts ## Footnote There is limited ...... about the ocean floor
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restrict | /rɪˈstrɪkt/
to limit; to make some actions impossible ## Footnote Access to the management section is .......... in most restaurants
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whereas | /ˌwɛrˈæz/
although ( use to contrast two different things ) ## Footnote I love the mystery genre, ......... I can't stand horror
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assess | /əˈsɛs/
to look closely and figure out value or type of something ## Footnote I ........ everything I want to buy before making a purchase
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identify | /aɪˈdɛn.tɪˌfaɪ/
to name; to figure out what something is ## Footnote Archaeologists spend much time .......... discovered relics
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nevertheless | /ˌnɛv.ər.ðəˈlɛs/
however; regardless ## Footnote I was feeling very tired after work; nevertheless, I went to the gym to stick to my routine
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indicate | /ˈɪn.dɪˌkeɪt/
to show; to be a sign of ## Footnote Recent studies .......... that robots are likely to substitute factory workers in the next decade
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fundamental | /fʌn.dəˈmɛn.tl/
basic; very important ## Footnote Mathematics is ........... to engineering knowledge
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section | /ˈsek.ʃən/
one of a number of pieces which comes together to make a whole ## Footnote The island is primarily divided into three ......... : the living area, the airport, and the coastline
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source | /sɔːrs/
where something comes from ## Footnote Stress and mental tension, often resulting from unnecessary worries, are the primary .......... of many diseases
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evaluate | /ɪˈvæljueɪt/
to form an idea of the value of something ## Footnote Many high-scoring candidates suggest ......... the paper before submitting it
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access | /ˈæksɛs/
the ability to enter; to reach ## Footnote I forgot the password to an encrypted drive where I stored my private files, so I lost ........ to those files forever
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react | /riˈækt/
to act in answer to; to respond ## Footnote Properly ......... to an unforeseen event demonstrates a person’s level of maturity
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maintain | /meɪnˈteɪn/
to continue; to keep alive, to keep in good condition; to continue to say although people disagree ## Footnote From my perspective, people should ......... their beliefs if they are certain those beliefs are correct
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affect | /əˈfɛkt/
to change; to have an effect ## Footnote Exposure to air pollution can ....... one’s well-being and lead to serious injuries to the lungs and cardiovascular system
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reject | /rɪˈdʒɛkt/
to refuse, to decline what is offered ## Footnote I suggested to my friend that he travel with us, but he ......... my offer as he was unable to afford the trip at that time
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rely | /rɪˈlaɪ/
to depend on
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evident | /ˈɛvɪdənt/
clearly understood; obvious
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maximize | /ˈmæksɪmaɪz/
to make as big as possible; to do as completely as possible
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resource | /ˈriːsɔːrs/
some saved material that can be used for a purpose
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region | /ˈriːdʒən/
an area of land
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relevant | /ˈrɛləvənt/
closely connected to the topic and therefore important
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mental | /ˈmɛntəl/
of the mind
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specify | /ˈspɛsɪfaɪ/
to clearly point to which one
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period | /ˈpɪriəd/
a range of time
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respond | /rɪˈspɑnd/
to react; to answer
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minor | /ˈmaɪnɚ/
not very important; small in size
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expand | /ɪkˈspænd/
to make larger; to give more detail on a subject
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resolve | /rɪˈzɑlv/
to decide; to agree; to solve a problem
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complex | /ˈkɑmplɛks/
complicated; to have many different parts and difficult to understand
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transfer | /ˈtrænsfɜr/
to pass from one thing to another
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primary | /ˈpraɪˌmɛri/
first in importance; main
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label | /ˈleɪbəl/
a phrase given to a group of things to identify them ( often negative ); to give label
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available | /əˈveɪləbl/
able to be reached
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major | /ˈmeɪdʒɚ/
large in size; very important
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culture | /ˈkʌltʃɚ/
the way people in one area n normally live, talk to, and act with each other
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occur | /əˈkɝ/
to happen
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individual | /ˌɪndəˈvɪdʒuəl/
single or seprated
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challenge | /ˈtʃælɪndʒ/
to disagree or try to fight someone; to say something is not true; something difficult
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obvious | /ˈɑːbviəs/
easily understood
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physical | /ˈfɪzɪkəl/
of the body; concrete ( something real )
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consequence | /ˈkɑːnsɪkwɛns/
effect; result ( usually negative )
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research | /ˈriˌsɜrtʃ/
to find more information about something; information collected about something ( usually academic )
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remove | /rɪˈmuːv/
to take away or take out
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construct | /kənˈstrʌkt/
to build
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achieve | /əˈtʃiːv/
to finally do something you have been trying hard to do
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occupy | /ˈɑːkjəˌpaɪ/
to fill a space
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conduct | /kənˈdʌkt/
to organize and manage ( an event that takes careful planning and control )
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participate | /pɑrˈtɪsɪˌpeɪt/
to join or take part ( in an activity )
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focus | /ˈfoʊkəs/
to look; to think about; to give attention to
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previous | /ˈpriːviəs/
happening before the one happening now
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imply | /ɪmˈplaɪ/
to communicate without saying specifically; to lead to ( a conclusion )
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assist | /əˈsɪst/
to help, to aid
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acquire | /əˈkwaɪɚ/
to get ( specially when you comtinue to get more )
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comment | /ˈkɑːmɛnt/
an observation, a note; to say an opinion about a given topic
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strategy | /ˈstrætədʒi/
a plan of actions to reach a desired goal
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circumstance | /ˈsɜrkəmˌstæns/
a situation; the enviroment about an event
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contact | /ˈkɑnˌtækt/
the state of touch; having normal communication; communicating to give or get information ( specially by phone or email )
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preserve | /prɪˈzɜːv/
to maintain or keep safe; to protect from harm ## Footnote I am a tidy person, and I ensure that all my belongings are well-.............
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acute | /əˈkjuːt/
very severe or intense; sensitive; urgent or critical; an angle less than 90 ## Footnote Unfortunately, I suffer from migraines and typically experience an ......... headache once a week
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intense | /ɪnˈtɛns/
strong or extreme in degree; having strong emotion or concentration; severe or acute ## Footnote In order to achieve my goals, I typically need to maintain ......... concentration on my daily schedule
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incident | /ˈɪnsɪdənt/
an unexpected and often unpleasant event or accident ## Footnote an ........ led to engine failure; nevertheless, the pilot executed a safe landing with remarkable skill
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waterlogged | /ˈwɔːtərlɒɡd/
saturated with water; filled with water ## Footnote I thought I had to discard my ........... clothes, as they seemed irreparable
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discard | /dɪsˈkɑːrd/
To get rid of something that is no longer useful ## Footnote I have had this suit for two years; it's time to ........ it
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ethereal | /ɪˈθɪriəl/
heavenly, extremely delicate, dreamlike ## Footnote At dawn, the mist overlaying the valley created an ........... atmosphere
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delicate | /ˈdɛlɪkət/
elegant, fine and fragile; sensitive; gentle ## Footnote an effective negotiator should maintain a ......... balance between strategic skills and flexibility
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precise | /prɪˈsaɪs/
exact, carefully defined ## Footnote I am fascinated by wristwatches, especially those featuring an exceptionally ........ mechanism
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notion | /ˈnoʊʃən/
a belief; an idea ## Footnote They were not amused by my joke; it seems we had different ......... of fun
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attitude | /ˈæt.ə.tuːd/
a set way of thinking about something ## Footnote I tend to have a negative ......... when meeting new people
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equivalent | /ɪˈkwɪv.ə.lənt/
equal ## Footnote The statistics in the chart indicate that elements A and B have an ........... impact on the results.
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vary | /ˈver.i/
to differ in some way, often depending on circumstances ## Footnote In the first five years of the study, the results of methods A and B ........... slightly; however, with the emergence of AI technology, the results of method B began to deteriorate exponentially.
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internal | /ɪnˈtɝː.nəl/
related to the inside of something ## Footnote One of my greatest hobbies is figuring out how things work; furthermore, I enjoy taking apart mechanisms and assessing their ............. components
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status | /ˈstæt.əs/
the rank or social class of someone or something; the current situation something is in ## Footnote Unfortunately, I faced difficult times as an engineer in my country. Despite my efforts to make ends meet, my economic .......... kept deteriorating due to soaring inflation rates
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attribute | /ˈæ.trɪ.bjuːt/
to give someone credit for something; an important feature of something ## Footnote from my perspective, securing financial stability is ............. to making smart decisions whenever opportunities arise.
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considerable | /kənˈsɪd.ɚ.ə.bəl/
important enough to get special notice ## Footnote the decline in entry-level job opportunities in STEM fields has been ............ ; therefore the unemployment rate has risen significantly
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initial | /ɪˈnɪʃ.əl/
at the beginning ## Footnote despite the project's unfavorable ........ condition, we managed to develop a reliable process to eliminate hazardous elements in dried food
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role | /roʊl/
a function, a responsibility, a job; a position ## Footnote after graduation, I began my career with an entry-level ........ in the GUI development team; however, I was transitioned to the hardware design team immediately after my first project
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proceed | /prəˈsiːd/
to continue with some actions ## Footnote I prefer working remotely or being self-employed because it allows me to organize my schedule according to my needs. In the event of an unforeseen circumstance, I can still manage to stay on track and ......... as planned.
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potential | /pəˈtɛnʃəl/
possible ability that might be used in future; having the ability to do something in the future ## Footnote My favorite travel destination is Kish Island, which truly has the ......... to become one of the most visited places on Earth. There, I can experience luxury, comfort, and hospitality, all while surrounded by nature in an elegant, pristine environment
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obtain | /əbˈteɪn/
to get or secure ## Footnote It is often challenging to ........... a substantial amount of information within a limited time frame.
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# ``` ``` annual | /ˈænjuəl/
yearly; happening every year ## Footnote To maintain my well-being, I take an ........... blood test that measures the levels of minerals and nutrients in my blood.
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range | /reɪndʒ/
the distance between two things; to be between a set minimum and maximum ## Footnote My stock portfolio value fluctuates within the ........ of 2000 to 2500.
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concentrate | /ˈkɒnsənˌtreɪt/
to come together into a smaller space; to focus attention on something ## Footnote One efficient way to start a fire without matches or a lighter is to concentrate a beam of sunlight onto dry bushes or paper, creating enough heat to ignite the materials.
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layer | /ˈleɪər/
a single thickness level of material that is placed over or under another; to arrange or stack things in layers ## Footnote my favorite sweet is called Napoleon, which is a crispy, ........ pastry filled with whipped cream
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authority | /ɔːˈθɒrɪti/
control or responsibility ## Footnote In well-organized companies with multiple levels of ........... , employees are able to conduct projects more efficiently.
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stable | /ˈsteɪbəl/
not likely to change, or move; secure ## Footnote In a ......... economy, people tend to spend more on non-essential items, which can lead to increased profits for small businesses and subsequently accelerate financial growth
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site
the location of something ## Footnote Our hometown is growing fast. In recent years, many construction ........ have emerged in the neighborhood, and several sites have completed their projects
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precise | /prɪˈsaɪs/
exact; carefully defined ## Footnote I start my day by planning a ......... schedule for the entire day, considering the balance between pastime and working hours.
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community | /kəˈmjuːnɪti/
a group of people working or living together ## Footnote I prefer to expand my network by connecting with native, outgoing individuals rather than joining the Iranian ........ abroad, even though they are great people.
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enable | /ɪˈneɪ.bəl/
to make something possible ## Footnote Learning English has always been beneficial to me; it has not only .......... me to communicate with people overseas but also increased my confidence to start my own business by importing commodities from other countries.
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benefit | /ˈbɛnɪfɪt/
something good coming from an action or plan ## Footnote In my view, since every decision in our life has its ......... and drawbacks, there is no wrong decision to make unless it is made intentionally
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invest | /ɪnˈvɛst/
to spend value on something hoping for good results later ## Footnote The best strategy in everyone’s career is to ......... in themselves. While progress in technology may change everything, an expert individual can survive tougher circumstances.
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aware | /əˈweər/
to have the knowledge of; conscious ## Footnote although I was ......... of the situation, I could not make a rational decision
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debate | /dɪˈbeɪt/
a polite and formal argument; to argue politely and formally ## Footnote In recent years, vaccination has been the subject of many important ........... . Although its advantages are scientifically proven, some people still remain doubtful about the issue.
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conflict | /ˈkɑːn.flɪkt/
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prior | /ˈpraɪ.ɚ/
being before ## Footnote Back at university, when I was looking for my first job, I was rejected multiple times because I had no ........ experience.
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sustain | /səˈsteɪn/
to keep going; to help something continue ## Footnote We are highly dependent on electricity to .......... our daily lives due to the excessive use of machines for everything
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decline | /dɪˈklaɪn/
to politely say no to an invitation or offer; a slow, continuous loss of value or power ## Footnote it is claimed that purchasing a fundamentally robust stock share after a sharp ......... lead to considerable profit
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tradition | /trəˈdɪʃ.ən/
a set of beliefs that is passed from family to family over a long period of time ## Footnote I have planned a trip to the southern coast during the Norouz holidays. It is a ............. in our city to begin the new year with a memorable experience, especially a joyful trip.
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regulate | /ˈrɛɡjʊˌleɪt/
to control a process so that it functions properly ## Footnote ................ the timing of leisure activities in a long-term schedule is instrumental to its validity and viability
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administration | /ˌædmɪnɪˈstreɪʃən/
the running of an organization; people in charge of running an organization ## Footnote One of my favorite job sectors that I often dream about is small business ................ . Although it might be challenging, it is definitely an interesting field to work in.
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expose | /ɪkˈspəʊz/
to reveal something that was hidden ## Footnote Many areas of Persepolis remain buried under tons of soil, and even though half a century has passed since its discovery, less than half of it is ........... . Despite its immense importance to our nation's history, the authorities deliberately neglect this historical site.
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element | /ˈɛlɪmənt/
a part of something ## Footnote One of the few potent ................ that can induce the feeling of happiness is the socioeconomic status of the family an individual grows up in
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alternative | /ɔːlˈtɜːnətɪv/
other option; different; other than the main option ## Footnote My favorite hobby is watching movies and series with my wife; spending time with family and loved ones is both necessary and joyful to me. Another ............... is playing video games with my friends. Although it’s not always possible, talking to old friends while playing is really soothing.
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reside | /rɪˈzaɪd/
to live ( in a place ) ## Footnote We are planning to migrate to my home city to live for a few years. ............ in a big city with a kind and interactive culture is a great experience.
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philosophy | /fɪˈlɒsəfi/
the study of knowledge and thought; the basic idea of someone that affects on their actions ## Footnote While many people support the idea, I believe this .............. lacks objectivity.
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estimate | /ˈɛstɪmeɪt/
to roughly evaluate something; guess a number using some information ## Footnote In the recent decade, many .......... have been made about global warming, and they all indicate that our species is making the planet uninhabitable sooner than we expected
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shift | /ʃɪft/
to move something a short distance; a small change in positon or direction ## Footnote After each earthquake, maintenance engineers assess the building to determine whether there has been a ......... in the main framework.
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link | /lɪŋk/
to connect two or more things; a connection between two things ## Footnote Many professionals attempt to ......... with other individuals at seminars in order to expand their network
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interpret | /ɪnˈtɜːprɪt/
to figure out or explain the meaning of something ## Footnote There are times when I feel someone has misunderstood my behavior, so I preemptively ............. what I meant to resolve the problem.
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labor | /ˈleɪbər/
work; effort ## Footnote They have put much .......... into their career; nevertheless, they invested a proportion of their income to boost the project
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contribute | /kənˈtrɪbjuːt/
to help reach a goal; to give something; to add to the cause of something bigger ## Footnote The new tariffs on imports will .............. to inflation; this year will be decisive for the US economy.
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distribute | /dɪsˈtrɪbjuːt/
to give out or spread something ## Footnote One potent sales policy that many companies use is to hire people to purchase goods at a discount and .......... them on behalf of the company in the market.
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distinct | /dɪsˈtɪŋkt/
clearly different from another thing ## Footnote My friend and I have .............. tastes in music; I cannot stand what he listens to
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conflict | /ˈkɒnflɪkt/
to disagree with each other; difference in opinion; long battle ## Footnote There was a time when I thought best friends could also be the best business partners; although it might seem coherent at first sight, the partnership could pose a threat to the friendship because they might fight over a ............ they wouldn’t face if their partner were not their friend
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secure | /sɪˈkjʊər/
to get something important ( specially when difficult ); to attach something so that it won't come off; to be safe ## Footnote After a long period of drought in the desert, locals were able to .......... drinkable water in special mesh thanks to the emergence of nanotechnology
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correspond | /kɔːˈrɪspɒnd/
to be a close match; to send letters back and forth ## Footnote Living in a big city does not ........... well with people who are used to living in peaceful places like farms or villages
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network | /ˈnɛtwɜːrk/
a system of connected pieces ## Footnote I use every opportunity that arises to expand my ............ no matter if people work in the same industry or not; I believe my connections will someday come to my aid.
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downfall | /ˈdaʊnˌfɔːl/
a sudden loss of value ## Footnote for as long as I can remember, the world economy has experienced two major ........... . The first one occurred in 2008 and the second one happened in 2022.
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culminate | /ˈkʌlmɪneɪt/
to reach the most developed point ## Footnote The sniper's best skills ............ in his latest mission, in which he made a successful shot at a distance of 3,800 meters.
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linger | /ˈlɪŋɡər/
to stay for longer than expected ## Footnote Although we have repeatedly informed our extended family that we need to work after the monthly ceremony, my uncle still ............. in our house, and they all join for a movie night each time.
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convoluted | /ˈkɒnvəˌluːtɪd/
complicated and difficult to understand ## Footnote although dealing with teenagers has always been a ............. task for school administration, the emergence of smartphones has deteriorated the situation; in some cases things become turbulent
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