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perilperil → perils:dangers The mountaineers faced many perils on their ascent to the summit, including treacherous icefalls and avalanches.more Show sample from book What so proudly we hailed at the twilight's last gleaming, Whose broad stripes and bright stars through the perilous fight.†p.59.64 more peril → perilous:dangerous Show general definition danger
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conflictstruggle Violent conflict has broken out again in the Middle East.more Show sample from book MR. DUVAL: Dr. Doane, I hope I can understand your conflict.†p.151.91 more struggle or disagreement Show general definition a struggle or disagreement in various senses, including: a serious disagreement -- as in "political conflict" the tension from two opposing ideas or feelings -- as in "I'm conflicted about where I should go to college." a violent fight or war -- as in "the Israeli-Palestinian conflict" an idiom that refers to tension between responsibilities to different entities -- "conflict of interest"
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transcriptword-for-word written record She read a transcript of the interrogation.more Show sample from book Transcript from the Jake Barlow Talk Show†p.106.53 more word-for-word written record… Show general definition word-for-word written record or: a copy of the official record of a student's courses and grades or: biology: a strand of RNA copied from a DNA template
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colleaguefellow worker -- especially in a respected profession such as teaching, medicine, or law My colleague suggested a different approach.more Show sample from book Dear Colleagues: As I am sure you are well aware, the April 5 municipal elections will have voters—for the second time—casting ballots on the school budget.†p.16.21 more colleague → colleagues:fellow workers -- especially in a respected profession such as teaching, medicine, or law
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relevantimportant (related in a meaningful way) Shannon tells an interesting story, but it's not relevant to the decision we have to make.more Show sample from book MR. MALLOY: That's not exactly relevant!†p.79.9 relating in a meaningful way to the issue in question Show general definition relating in a meaningful way to the issue in question
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expelexpel → expulsion:the act of forcing out (in this case, kicking someone out of school) Her records show expulsion from two schools.more Show sample from book And let me tell you good people—and I am sure I speak for you too—I am shocked that a Harrison student should be expelled from one of our schools because he desires to sing the national anthem.†p.135.71 more expel → expelled:forced out Show general definition force out especially in 2 primary senses: kicking someone out of an organization -- such as a school or country squeezing something to eliminate a liquid or gas
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inferiorof lower quality Nazis believed other races were inferior.more Show sample from book His grade there indicates inferior work.†p.129.41 more (adjective) of low quality, or of lower quality or rank than something else OR (more rarely as a noun) a person of lower rank or status Show general definition of low quality, or of lower quality or rank than something else -- sometimes used as a noun to refer to a person of lower rank or status
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focusarea where attention is concentrated Since we're running out of time, let's narrow our focus to just what needs to be done tomorrow.more Show sample from book Question four: What is the significance of Jack London's choice in making Buck, the dog in The Call of the Wild, the focus of his novel?†p.12.2more where attention is concentrated Show general definition for focus (as in: The focus of our study is...) where attention is concentrated or directed
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novelnew and original We're looking for novel marketing ideas.more Show sample from book Question four: What is the significance of Jack London's choice in making Buck, the dog in The Call of the Wild, the focus of his novel?†p.12.2 Show general definition for novel (as in: a novel situation) new and original -- typically something considered good
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prudentsensible and careful She was promoted to manager because she is so prudent.more Show sample from book The budget is fiscally prudent, and I, for one, support it.†p.166.1
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estimateroughly calculate or guess What do you estimate this will cost?more Show sample from book MR. MALLOY: Some job estimate that went wrong.†p.56.3 a rough calculation or guess of a value, quantity, or extent of something Show general definition rough calculation or judgment
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inquiryinvestigation The school launched an official inquiry into the allegations of cheating.more Show sample from book But before I go off half-cocked, let me make some further inquiries and then get back to you.†p.109.2 inquiry → inquiries:questions or investigations Show general definition a question or investigation -- especially one meant to gather information or find out the truth
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congregationpeople who worship together in the same building It's a casual congregation where many people wander into services late.more Show sample from book She used to be in the West Fork Church congregation years ago.†p.5.9 Show general definition for congregation (as in: the congregation voted) people who worship together in the same building
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techniqueway of doing something She developed a new surgical technique that shortens recovery time.more Show sample from book In fact, the last of them just went to Kimberly Howard, the music teacher, who will be taking a summer course in Marching Band Techniques, something that will give pleasure to so many people, and, it is hoped, encourage greater attendance at athletic events.†p.20.7 technique → techniques:ways of doing things Show general definition a way of doing something; or the methods used to do it well
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facilitatefacilitate → facilitates:makes easier The new headquarters facilitates inter-department communication.more Show sample from book If there is any way I can facilitate your taking this course—other than with district hinds—please let me know.†p.21.22 more make easier Show general definition make easier
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rampartrampart → ramparts:defensive wall The invaders were unable to penetrate the outer ramparts.more Show sample from book Oh, say, can you see, by the dawn's early light, What so proudly we hailed at the twilight's last gleaming, Whose broad stripes and bright stars through the perilous fight, O'er the ramparts we watched were so gallantly streaming?†p.150.94 more rampart → ramparts:a defensive wall or barrier -- built for military defense Show general definition a defensive wall or barrier -- built for military defense
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condoneapprove of Such behavior is permitted, but we certainly don't condone it.more Show sample from book It should not be condoned!†p.136.32 more condone → condoned:accepted without criticism; or approved of Show general definition accept without criticism; or approve of
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raucousloud and disturbing They tried to study, but the raucous crowd outside made it hard to concentrate.more Show sample from book On March 28, March 29, and March 30, Philip Malloy caused a disturbance in his homeroom class (Margaret Narwin, teacher) by singing the national anthem in a loud, raucous, disrespectful manner.†p.120.12 more loud and disturbing; OR disorderly and boisterous Show general definition loud and disturbing; or disorderly and boisterous
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controversialtends to arouse strong disagreement The issue of the death penalty is highly controversial in some states.more Show sample from book If, by chance, any controversial issue springs up between now and election day, I would very much appreciate being informed as to the particulars.†p.17.2 tending to arouse strong disagreement Show general definition tending to arouse strong disagreement
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arbitrarybased on chance or impulse It was an arbitrary decision.more Show sample from book MR. MALLOY: It seems arbitrary.†p.80.4 Show general definition based on chance or impulse (rather than upon reasoning, consistent rules, or a proper sense of fairness)