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ˈsiːwiːd
seaweed |
a plant that grows in the sea or ocean
A staple in Asian diets since ancient times, seaweeds are among the healthiest foods on the planet, packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. |
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snap / early election
snæp ɪˈlekʃn |
elecciones anticipadas
Artur Mas has called to a snap election. |
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a pressing / urgent issue
ˈɪsjuː |
big, burning, central, critical, crucial, important, key, main, major, vital Europe remains the burning issue within the party. | wider The problem raises wider issues of gender and identity. | minor, side | basic, fundamental | real The real issue is where the power lies. | contentious, controversial, difficult, thorny the controversial issue of censorship | complex | live, unresolved The strike of ten years ago is still very much a live issue in the town. | domestic, global, international, local, national, regional | commercial, constitutional, economic, educational, environmental, ethical, health, moral, policy, political, social, technical, theoretical
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a incumbent candidate
ɪnˈkʌmbənt |
candidato a la reelección
the incumbent president |
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feaseble
ˈfiːzəbl |
factible
It's just not feasible to manage the business on a part-time basis. |
