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desire |
noun Desire is defined as physically longing for something. An example of desire is the feeling before a goodnight kiss. verb
Mel 's burning desire was to see the gray whales. Yet despite this great desire to belong to something, we Brits can appear remarkably apathetic at times. The definition of desire is to wish for or crave something. An example of desire is to really want a piece of chocolate cake. |
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despite |
preposition
Despite is defined as not affected by or in spite of. An example of despite is when you go outside even though the fact that it is raining. despite
despite Idioms in despite of
A great fitting, highly absorbent diaper which, despite the name, comes in 3 sizes to fit newborn babies through to toddlers. Despite having won this industry accolade, I have absolutely no intention of resting on my laurels. The image, despite the spherical aberration, was by far superior to any existing microscope made by his contemporaries. Despite his abstemious personal habits, he was endlessly generous to his students.
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achieve |
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The firm 's culture is very much focused on working together to achieve goals. Women who exercise have been shown to achieve higher levels of continuous abstinence from smoking than non-exercisers. The wine maker can also correct or adjust the acidity of the wine using tartaric acid to achieve the taste they are looking for. The definition of achieve means to accomplish a goal or to do something you set out to do. An example of achieve is when you win a race you were running and wanted to win. |
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pursuit |
noun 1. An example of pursuit is the quest for happiness.2. An example of pursuit is when you chase behind someone to try to catch him. 3. An example of pursuit is playing tennis, which is a leisure pursuit.
There must be some form of evidence adduced to prove that there was an actual pursuit or search of a wild mammal. Sovereign immunity and legal risk Speaker to be confirmed Central banks, in pursuit of governmental business, frequently enjoy sovereign immunity.
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though |
conjunction
At first it seemed as though nothing was happening.
Though is defined as even if, or in spite of, the fact. An example of though is driving in the face of a very dangerous storm. |
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bombard |
verb 1. When the United States repeatedly drops missiles and bombs in a full-on attack against an enemy city, this is an example of when the U.S. bombards the city.
More rarely their patience became exhausted, and ships were sent to bombard this nest of pirates. After the siege had continued many days, Khorshld gave orders to cannonade and bombard the town.; and for six days his commands were executed with little interruption, the citadel itself also lying between two fires. |
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lack |
noun Lack is defined as you are in a position or state where you do not have something or where you do not have enough of something. An example of lack is when you are barefoot and you want shoes. verb
These may include drug or alcohol abuse, lack of a job or violent behavior. One noticeably absent feature is the lack of an AC adapter port. There is no lack of evidence to show the gradual accumulation of capital in Jewish hands The definition of lack is to have an absence of something that should be there. An example of lack is when you have no imagination. |
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willing |
adjective
I have many questions on Track and would appreciate if anyone would be willing to try and answer some. The definition of willing is ready or prepared to do something or to do something voluntarily. An example of a willing person is someone who always lends a hand to struggling people. |
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outlook |
noun 1. An example of outlook is having a positive attitude.2. An example of outlook is the economy seeming to be growing. 3. An example of outlook is sitting on your roof to see fireworks better.
Help the Aged advises: 5 Be positive - a positive outlook boosts the immune system It has to be said that at times the outlook appears bleak. |
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brought |
verb
I was in Saudi Arabia at that time; an airmail letter brought the news.
I was in Saudi Arabia at that time; an airmail letter brought the news. For good measure, Dennis brought his piano accordion with him. 1. |
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bleak |
adjective it 's got a pretty bleak outlook on old age.
No doubt it is also bleak in the winter. The specter, after listening for a moment, joined in the mournful dirge; and floated out upon the bleak, dark night. 1. |
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doubt |
noun 1. An uncertainty about whether a football team will win a game is an example of a doubt.
I seriously doubt i will use amazon again for a long time. If in doubt, players should always abide by locally-played or house rules. |
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vulnerable |
adjective 1. An example of vulnerable is an animal with no protection from its prey.2. An example of vulnerable is a person who is easily hurt by criticism at work. 3. An example of vulnerable is a military base with limited defenses.
Public hot spots are more vulnerable to attack than private networks, where individual users can have their hardware authenticated as permanent network members. Whatever the reason, I was vulnerable, and all the self composure I was struggling to attain was quickly disappearing. |
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endless |
adjective 1. An example of endless is eternity.2. An example of endless is continual problems; endless problems.
The filter then becomes an endless source of calm, clean air. These are a few of the endless items we can beautifully decorate inside a balloon. |
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gain |
noun 1. An example of gain is a five percent increase in earnings in the past year.2. An example of gain is a five point lead on the other team. 3. An example of gain is to take the lead in a soccer game. 4. An example of gain is to put on five pounds.
Greater BMI gain in late childhood and adolescence predicts increased adult adiposity. Tree agate Used to gain insight into problems and see them for what they really are. |
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through |
adverb Through means completely or to the end. An example of through is to see a plan all the way from its conception to its execution. preposition
Through is defined as in at one side or end and out at another. An example of through is a train traveling the distance of a tunnel. Or you could use a cassette adapter to play the CD through the car stereo.
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uncertain |
adjective
Due to their uncertain nature, such characters may be depicted as comical personalities.
The definition of uncertain is not definite or not confirmed. An example of uncertain is if you are not sure what you are going to be doing tomorrow; uncertain schedule. |
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contented |
adjective 1. When you are OK with the recovery you are being offered in a settlement for a lawsuit and you are willing to accept the terms, this is an example of a time when you are contented with the settlement.2. When you are warm and cozy under a blanket in front of a fire with someone you love, this is an example of a time when you are contented.
Be not contented with outward happiness; things are worthy according to their duration. Lee looked so contented, and when I watched the match... what can I say... he looked so contented ! |
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valuable |
adjective 1. An example of valuable is a ring worth $1,000,000.2. An example of valuable is your dime store ring that your husband gave you on your first date that has sentimental value. 3. An example of valuable is a person who is a good contributor to a team. |
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revise |
to change something because of new information or ideas: The college has revised its plans because of local objections. We have revised our estimates of population growth. to study facts again, in order to learn them before an examination I've got to revise my geography. She's revising for her history exam. to change a piece of writing by adding new information, making improvements, or correcting mistakes A couple of sections of the book will need to be revised.
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compulsory |
something that is compulsory must be done because it is the law or because someone in authority orders you to the threat of compulsory redundancies compulsory schooling/education 11 years of compulsory education Car insurance is compulsory. |
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fairness |
the quality of being fair: the basic fairness of the judicial system in fairness (to somebody) used after you have just criticized someone, in order to add something that explains their behaviour or performance Tardelli had a poor match, although in fairness he was playing with a knee injury |
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term |
to use a particular word or expression to name or describe something: This condition is sometimes termed RSI, or repetitive strain injury. Roosevelt termed himself and his policies 'liberal'. These developments are loosely termed 'advanced manufacturing techniques'. |
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arrogance |
when someone behaves in a rude way because they think they are very important I couldn't believe the arrogance of the man! |
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unless |
used to say that something will happen or be true if something else does not happen or is not true: Unless some extra money is found, the theatre will close I think you should complain - unless, of course, you are happy with the way things are. He won't go to sleep unless you tell him a story I can't leave her unless I know she's all right not unless only if: 'Will you go with her?' 'Not unless she wants me to.'
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psychic |
someone who has mysterious powers, especially the ability to receive messages from dead people or to know what will happen in the future |
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retire |
to stop working, usually because you have reached a certain age: Most people retire at 65. He was forced to retire early because of poor health. retire from I retired from teaching three years ago her decision to retire from her position as librarian of the law society Her drink problem has forced her to retire from public life. retire as He retired as a GP last year. to ask someone to stop doing their job, usually because of ill health: He became ill and was retired early
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conjunction |
in conjunction with somebody/something working, happening, or being used with someone or something else The worksheets are designed to be used in conjunction with the new course books. a combination of different things that have come together by chance conjunction of a happy conjunction of events technical a word such as 'and', 'but', or 'because' which joins parts of a sentence
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musty |
a musty room, house, or object has an unpleasant smell, because it is old and has not had any fresh air for a long time: the musty smell of old books |
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swings and roundabouts |
something that you say to describe a situation in which there are as many advantages as there are problems If you make more money, you have to pay more tax, so what we gain on the swings, we lose on the roundabouts. It's swings and roundabouts, really. If you save money by buying a house out of town, you pay more to travel to work. |
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fainthearted |
feeling or showing a lack of courage fainthearted people She gave him a fainthearted response. usually used in the phrase not for the fainthearted a dangerous job that is not for the fainthearted a frightening movie that is not for the fainthearted |
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laid back |
relaxed and calm My boss is pretty laid-back about most things. a laid-back attitude He enjoyed the restaurant's laid-back style. |
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prove |
to show the existence, truth, or correctness of (something) by using evidence, logic, etc. The charges against him were never proved in court. The government failed to prove its case. We have evidence that will prove his guilt. = We have evidence that will prove that he is guilty. to show that (someone or something) has a particular quality, ability, etc. We have evidence that will prove him (to be) guilty. [=that will prove that he is guilty] The tests proved the vaccine to be effective. Her second album was a hit that proved her critics wrong. to turn out to be — used to say that something or someone is eventually found to have a particular quality, ability, etc. The new drug may prove (to be) beneficial/effective. The vaccine has proven (to be) effective after years of tests. It may prove difficult/impossible to do this. prove yourself to show that you are able to do something or to succeed She was eager to prove herself in her new job. She has proven herself (to be) capable of excellent work. [=she has shown that she is capable of excellent work] |
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work toil graft |
work -> toil -> graft |
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uncertainty |
he quality or state of being uncertain There is some uncertainty about the company's future. He accepted the position without hesitation or uncertainty. something that is doubtful or unknown : something that is uncertain — usually plural Life is full of uncertainties.
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indemnity |
a promise to pay for the cost of possible damage, loss, or injury an agreement providing indemnity against prosecution/loss — often used before another noun an indemnity plan/agreement a payment made to someone because of damage, loss, or injury has paid $2 million in indemnities |
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anxiety |
fear or nervousness about what might happen feelings of anger and anxiety She suffers from chronic/acute anxiety. He suffers from test anxiety. [=excessive fear about taking tests] He's been feeling a lot of anxiety about/over his new job. usually plural modern anxieties about terrorism She discussed her anxieties with her sister. a feeling of wanting to do something very much he has always had an anxiety to succeed. [=she has always been anxious to succeed]
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bits and pieces |
хлам; всякая всячина; всякий хлам; кусочки (чего-л.); остатки; обрезки развал (в отсутствии керна MichaelBurov) манатки (Anglophile); шмотьё (juliab.copyright)
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geek |
a person who is socially awkward and unpopular : a usually intelligent person who does not fit in with other people He was a real geek in high school. a person who is very interested in and knows a lot about a particular field or activity She's a computer geek. |
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dappled |
marked with many spots of color or light a dappled gray horse dappled shade |
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announcement |
a written or spoken statement that tells people about something : public or formal words that announce something Many people were surprised by the government's announcement that there will be a cut in taxes. I heard an announcement on the loudspeaker saying that the store was closing in 10 minutes. The company president made an announcement about the merger. the act of officially telling people about something : the act of announcing something They have been very busy since the announcement of their wedding. We had to leave before the announcement of the winners. [=before the winners were announced] |
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fee |
an amount of money that must be paid The admission/entrance fee is $10. a credit card with no annual fee The tuition fees went up this year. We returned the library book late and had to pay a late fee an amount that is paid for work done by a doctor, lawyer, etc. His insurance covers the doctor's fee. They paid a fortune in legal fees. |
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anger |
a strong feeling of being upset or annoyed because of something wrong or bad : the feeling that makes someone want to hurt other people, to shout, etc. : the feeling of being angry He couldn't hide his anger with/at us. You could hear the anger in his voice. The group expressed/vented its anger over/about the company's arrogance. to make (someone) angry They were shocked and angered by the company's arrogance. He was angered to learn that he had been fired. It angered me that she would say something like that. He's a gentle man who's not easily angered. |
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cause |
something or someone that produces an effect, result, or condition : something or someone that makes something happen or exist His symptoms had no apparent physical causes. She is the cause of all their problems. He died of/from natural causes. [=he died because of old age or an illness] — often + of The doctor determined the cause of death. The exact cause of the accident/fire is not known. a reason for doing or feeling something The medicine was prescribed without good cause. — often + for There is some cause for concern. [=some reason to be concerned/worried] Their marriage was a cause for celebration. something (such as an organization, belief, idea, or goal) that a group or people support or fight for I can support a cause that means something to me. I'm willing to donate money as long as it's for a good/worthy cause. lost cause a person or thing that is certain to fail She decided her acting career was a lost cause. I'm a lost cause when it comes to anything technical. make/find common cause to join together with someone in order to achieve a shared goal He has made common cause with political rivals to defeat the proposed new law. to make (something) happen or exist : to be the cause of (something) He swerved and caused an accident. The flood caused great hardship. The illness is caused by a virus. to make (someone) feel, have, or do something The flood caused the town great hardship. You caused us a lot of extra work — often followed by to + verb His boss caused him to resign. [=his boss made him resign] His nervous behavior caused me to question his innocence. |
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quite |
to a very noticeable degree or extent : very Quite is a more forceful word than fairly but it is a less forceful word than extremely. It is used more often in British English than in U.S. English, but it is not an unusual or rare word in U.S. English. She did quite well. He is quite ill/rich/busy. The room is quite large/small. used to make a statement more forceful I quite liked/enjoyed the music. “We're sorry for the trouble.” “That's quite all right.” The work has value in itself, quite apart from the good effects it produces. -often used with a, an, or the before a noun She is quite a beauty. [=she's very beautiful] The news was quite a shock. [=the news was very shocking] My promotion was quite a surprise. completely or entirely “Are you quite finished?” “Not quite.” We quite agree. I am quite capable of doing it myself, thank you. exactly or precisely No one realized quite what was happening. Quite why he left is unclear. That is not quite what I said. used to express agreement “We need to let children be children.” “Quite.” “There is little violence in his films.” “Quite so.” “They have no one but themselves to blame.” “Quite right.”
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contribute |
to give (something, such as money, goods, or time) to help a person, group, cause, or organization — usually + to or toward He contributed [=donated] 100 dollars to the charity. The volunteers contributed their time towards cleaning up the city. She contributed [=added] little to the discussion. We're trying to raise money for a new school, and we're hoping that everyone will contribute. He did not contribute to the project. to help to cause something to happen In order for the team to win, everyone has to contribute. — usually + to Many players have contributed to the team's success. Heavy drinking contributed to her death. [=heavy drinking helped to cause her death] to write (something, such as a story, poem, or essay) for a magazine He contributed many poems to the magazine. Ten scientists contributed to the special edition of the journal. contributing The coach's positive attitude was a contributing factor to/in the team's success. [=the coach's positive attitude was a reason for the team's success] She has been a contributing writer/editor for the magazine for 10 years. contributor She is a regular/frequent contributor to the magazine. list of contributors who have donated more than one thousand dollars |
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discourage |
to make (someone) less determined, hopeful, or confident Try not to let losing discourage you. — often used (be/get) discouraged We were discouraged by their lack of enthusiasm. Students may get discouraged by activities that are too advanced. to make (something) less likely to happen The area's dry climate discourages agriculture. He claims the new regulations will discourage investment. to try to make people not want to do (something) The purpose of the law is to discourage [=deter] speeding. That type of behavior ought to be discouraged. |
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effort |
a serious attempt to do something Even though they didn't win, the team made a good/valiant effort. a determined/desperate effort — often followed by to + verb He made no effort to hide his feelings. [=he showed his feelings openly] In an effort to avoid further delays, the delivery process has been simplified. something produced by work This painting was one of my best efforts. It wasn't bad for a first effort. something that is hard to do I was so tired this morning that it was an effort (for me) to get out of bed. |
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afford |
to be able to pay for (something) We were too poor to afford a doctor. He'll be able to afford a house next year. Don't spend more than you can afford. — often followed by to + verb They couldn't afford to buy new coats for the children. Don't spend more than you can afford to (spend). to be able to do (something) without having problems or being seriously harmed We can afford waiting a while longer. — usually followed by to + verb We can afford to wait a while longer. — usually used in negative constructions She's already too thin. She can't afford to lose any more weight. = She can ill afford to lose any more weight. to supply or provide (something needed or wanted) to someone All of the rooms afford views of the lake. He was afforded the opportunity to work for a judge. |
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aim |
to point (a weapon) at a target He aimed the gun carefully before shooting. to point (a device) at something aim a camera Try to aim the antenna in the right direction. She aimed the telescope at a point in the eastern sky. to have a specified goal or purpose If you want to be successful, you have to aim high. [=you have to be ambitious] — often + at The movie aims at comedy [=the movie is intended to be a comedy], but it really isn't very funny. a political movement that aims at promoting world peace — often + for The movie aims for comedy. aim for a goal If you're trying to lose weight, you should give yourself a goal/target to aim for. — followed by to + verb a political movement that aims to promote world peace They aim [=intend] to reform the government. We aim [=plan] to arrive there at around noon. to direct (something) at a particular goal, group of people, etc. He aimed his criticism primarily at parents. — usually used as (be) aimed His criticism was aimed primarily at parents. The television program is aimed directly/primarily at |
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encourage |
to make (someone) more determined, hopeful, or confident They encouraged us in our work. Encourage each other with kind words. — often used as (be) encouraged We were encouraged by their enthusiasm. Researchers are encouraged by the findings. I am encouraged that the project seems to be moving ahead. - sometimes followed by to + verb We were encouraged to learn of their enthusiasm. to make (something) more appealing or more likely to happen The program is meant to encourage savings. Warm weather encourages plant growth. He claims the new regulations will encourage investment. to make (someone) more likely to do something He claims the new regulations will encourage people to invest. We want to encourage students to read more. to tell or advise (someone) to do something My parents encouraged me to go back to college. They encouraged her to go. |
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intake |
the amount of something (such as food or drink) that is taken into your body You should limit your daily intake of fats and sugars. a larger intake of fluids the recommended daily intakes of selected vitamins the act of taking something (such as air) into your body a sudden intake of breath a place or part where liquid or air enters something (such as an engine) the fuel intake |
