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anticipate v.
anticipation n, anticipatory adj |
To expect; to sense something before it happens
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By placing sensors in earthquake–prone areas, scientists can antici– pate some tremors in time to warn the public.
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catastrophic adj.
catastrophe n, catastrophically adv |
Extremely harmful; causing financial or physical ruin
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The architect died in a catastrophic elevator accident.
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collide v.
collision n |
To come together with great or violent force
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As usual, their holiday was ruined when their in–laws’ views on politics collided with their own.
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eruption n.
erupt v |
A sudden, often violent, outburst
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The eruption of Mount St. Helens in 1980 caused 57 deaths and immeasurable change to the face of the mountain.
Usage tips Eruption is often followed by an of phrase. |
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famine n.
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Severe hunger; a drastic food shortage
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The potato famine in Ireland in the mid–nineteenth century caused large numbers of Irish people to emigrate to America.
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flood n.
flood v. |
An overflowing of water; an excessive amount
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The constant rain and poor drainage system caused a flood in town.
The political party sent out a flood of letters criticizing their opponents. |
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impact n.
impact v |
A strong influence
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The speech about the importance of education made an impact on me.
Usage tips Impact is usually followed by on or of. |
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persevere v.
persist v, persistent adj. |
To keep going, despite obstacles or discouragement; to maintain a purpose
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The hikers persevered despite the bad weather and the icy trail.
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plunge v.
plunge n |
To go down suddenly; to decrease by a great amount in a short time
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He jumped off the diving board and plunged into the pool.
The value of the company’s stock plunged after its chief executive was arrested. Usage tips Plunge is often followed by an into phrase. |
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unleash v.
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To release a thing or an emotion
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When they saw the strange man on their property, they unleashed
their dogs. He is from such an unemotional family, he will never learn to unleash his feelings. |
