Through My Eyes — Vocabulary
Tim Tebow
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howeverdespite that (a transition word use to connect contrasting ideas) Most college application deadlines are in January and February. However, early admission deadlines are around November and some scholarships require even earlier deadlines.more Show sample from book Arkansas, however, had different plans, and in the second half they came back to take the lead from us.†p.118.854 more a word used to connect contrasting ideas as when using though, in spite of that, in contrast, nevertheless, etc. Show general definition for however (as in: However, complications may...) though (or another expression that connects contrasting ideas) Show editor's word notes Based on idea 1 we might not expect idea 2, but this is a way of saying that even though idea 1 exists, we still have idea 2. Synonyms include in spite of that, despite that, nevertheless, nonetheless, on the other hand, in contrast and but.
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however#2in whatever way However we do it, someone is going to be unhappy.more Show sample from book My parents were able to design the structure, schedule, and content however they wanted.p.24.654 more Show general definition for however (as in: However you do it, get it done!) in whatever way
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positivecertain I'm positive I've seen her before.more Show sample from book I was sure—no I was positive—that wasn't how you do it.p.13.717 more Show general definition for positive (as in: I'm absolutely positive!) certain (having no doubt; or used for emphasis)
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positive#2positive → positively:in a good or beneficial manner Lower interest rates positively affected home sales.†more Show sample from book Along the way, they also have a positive influence on one another.p.168.117 more good or beneficial Show general definition for positive (as in: had a positive effect) good or beneficial
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approachapproach → approaching:getting nearer Winter is approaching.more Show sample from book Unfortunately, I wasn't feeling any of that direction as the time approached.p.86.420 more approach → approached:got near Show general definition for approach (as in: approached the city) to get closer to (near in space, time, quantity, or quality)
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approach#2method (way of doing something) Perhaps I just need to work harder, but I may need an entirely different approach to the problem.more Show sample from book On the other hand, at some schools you'd be surrounded by girls who would be throwing themselves at you—I was surprised at how effective an approach that was with certain recruits, but I guess I shouldn't have been all that surprised.p.79.720 more way of doing something Show general definition for approach (as in: use the best approach) a way of doing something; or a route that leads to a particular place
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motivatemake someone want to do something We pay low salary, but high commission to motivate our salespeople to work hard and smart.more Show sample from book In many ways, the things motivating me now are the same as they were back when I was playing Pop Warner.†p.256.712 more motivate → motivating:making someone want to do something Show general definition to make someone want to do something
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legacya gift left in a will She left her vacation home as a legacy for her family.more Show sample from book Through the wisdom of estate planning, Uncle Dick has had a great legacy of impacting many needy children.p.29.98 more something left behind after death Show general definition coming from the past or left to the future in various senses including: in law -- a gift given through a will -- "She left a legacy of $10,000 to her niece." of a situation -- resulting from the past -- "Today's debt problem is a legacy of profligate spending by prior administrations." of culture -- a practice passed from one generation to the next -- "The city has along legacy of bribes and corruption." of technology -- something that still uses old technology -- "We're using a legacy software that only the old-timers know how to update." of a member or potential member of an organization -- the child of a previous member -- "She is a legacy candidate."
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sprainsprain → sprained:joint injury from twisting She couldn’t play in the soccer game because of a sprained ankle from practice.more Show sample from book As it turned out, it was only a high ankle sprain.†p.71.89 more injury to the ligaments of a joint caused by stretching them too far Show general definition injury to the ligaments of a joint caused by stretching them too far -- most commonly injuring the ankle (ligaments are the tough, fibrous bands that connect bones across joints) Show editor's word notes Note that a strain is a similar injury caused by stretching the muscle until it rips.
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evaluateevaluate → evaluating:thinking carefully and making a judgment about I'm evaluating colleges and deciding which I want to apply to.more Show sample from book As you can probably guess, my view leads to constantly evaluating my performance and the performances of those I count on.†p.173.64 more Show general definition to think carefully and make a judgment about something
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motivationreason for doing something A generous commission structure provides motivation to our salespeople.more Show sample from book And it left a lot of reasons for all of us to move into the next off-season with a brand-new motivation to be the best that we could possibly be.†p.163.85 more the reason for doing something; or the level of desire to do something Show general definition the reason for doing something; or the level of desire to do something
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factorthing (that influenced a result) Cost was an important factor in our decision.more Show sample from book That relationship was a major factor in my decision.†p.210.33 more thing that affects a result or outcome Show general definition for factor (as in: It was the deciding factor.) something that affects a result or outcome Show editor's word notes You also may encounter x-factor or x factor--meaning "the most important thing that influences a result or outcome."
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complacentunworried and satisfied She had become complacent after years of success.more Show sample from book Waiting on the Lord, as referenced in the passage from Isaiah that my mom always quoted, doesn't mean being complacent.†p.34.93 more Show general definition contented (unworried and satisfied) -- often to a fault
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dilemmahard choice It is an ethical dilemma.more Show sample from book No one could help me decide—my family understood my dilemma.†p.86.73 more a situation in which a difficult choice must be made between imperfect alternatives Show general definition a situation in which a difficult choice must be made between imperfect alternatives
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yokeoppressive burden They threw off the yoke of slavery.more Show sample from book Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.p.201.84 more burden Show general definition for yoke (as in: the yoke of bondage) an oppressive burden or something that limits freedom
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yoke#2a wooden frame to join beasts of burden so they pull together The farmer used a yoke to harness his oxen together to plow the field.more Show sample from book All we needed to do was follow Him—the yoke was used for leading cattle or oxen, plowing or pulling a cart.p.201.94 more a wooden frame used to control beasts of burden Show general definition for yoke (as in: oxen yoke) a wooden frame used to join beasts of burden so they pull together, or a connected pair, or the connecting of a pair
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regimensystematic program The team's strict practice regimen led to weekly improvement.more Show sample from book Along the way I also tried other exercise regimens too.†p.43.54 more regimen → regimens:systematic plans Show general definition a systematic plan -- typically to improve health or fitness
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reminiscerecall fond memories My parents like to reminisce about their college days.more Show sample from book That was one of the most memorable times of my college career, spending time and listening to him reminisce about how he came to attend Georgia and describe some of the highlights of his long and spectacular college and professional football career.†p.160.61 more to talk or think fondly about past experiences Show general definition to talk or think fondly about past experiences
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integralessential That was before China became an integral part of the world economy.more Show sample from book It was a real and integral verse within the life of our family.†p.58.11 more an essential part or characteristic Show general definition for integral (as in: integral part) an essential part or characteristic
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hinderhinder → hindered:delayed or made difficult Her efforts to turn the department around were further hindered by budgetary cuts.more Show sample from book We were in bad shape, because that hindered our ability to do anything on second and third down.†p.133.91 more hinder → hindered:slowed down or caused problems for Show general definition for hinder (as in: hindered by) slow down or cause problems for