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Asthma |
(N) A medical condition that makes it difficult to breathe .I think he's having an asthma attack. |
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Astonished |
(Adj) Very surprised She looked astonished when she heard the news. |
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Bang |
(N) A short loud noise e g a sound of a door closing with a lot of force They heard a bang followed by a scream , from the next room. |
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Basis |
(N) The stated way of carrying out an action , process , etc He gives advice on an individual basis |
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Bow |
(V) Bend the bead or body as a sign of respect or greeting We all browed to the Queen. |
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Broke |
(Adj) (Infrml) having no mony Could you lend me 10 dollars ? I'm completely broke! |
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Burst |
(N) A sudden shor period of loud noise or strong feeling Tere was a burst of anger. |
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Cast |
(V) Turn or send sth in a particular direction , direct He cast a glance at her. |
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Character |
(N) The particular combination of qualities in a person or place that makes them diffirent from others The two sisters were exactly different in character. |
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Compose |
(V) Write ( music opera etc ) She began composing songs at an early age. |
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Cordially |
(Adv) In a freindly manner The two statesmen shook hands crodially in front of the cameras. |
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Fine |
(V)
Make sb pay an amount of mony as punishment for breaking the law He was fined for dangerous driving. |
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Sight |
(N) Sth that is seen What a beautiful sight those roses make! |
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Overwhelm |
(V)
( often paasive) have a very strong emotional effect on sth
I felt completely overwhelmed by the kindness i had received. |
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Counsel |
(V) Give profesional advice to ( sb with a problem) The school is now providing a service to counsel students with drag problem. |
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Curious |
(Adj) Having a strong desire to know about sth They were very curious about the people who lived upstairs. |
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Eager |
(Adj) Full of interest or desire He is eager for success. |
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Hesitant |
(Adj) Being slow in speaking or acting because of uncertainty I am rather hesitant about singing this. |
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Let go of sb/sth |
Eslxp Release ( one's hold of ) sb /sth Don't let go of the rope! |
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Knocker |
(N) A metal hammer on a door used for knocking ; doorknocker |
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Polished |
(Adj)
Clean and shiny because of being robbed , usu with a chemical substance
The dining room has a highly polished floor.
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Inquiring |
(Adj) As if asking a question He had an inquiring look on his face. |
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Startled |
(Adj) وحشت زده ، جا خورده |
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Exquisite |
(Adj) Finely or skilfully made or done Look at his exquisite painting . |
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Outpour |
(V)
(Cause sth ) to be expressed freely ( and fully); pour out
The outpouring of public emotion after the court's decision yesterday took a lot of people by surprise. |
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Master |
(N) A man who has great skill in art or in working with his hands The painting is the work of a master |
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Mastery |
(N) Great skill , knowledge , etc She shwed complete mastery of Arabic |
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Recommendation |
(N) Statement , letter , etc that recommends sb/sth esp a person for a job My university principal wrote me a letter of recommendation to support me job application. |
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Shake hands |
(V) Grasp sb's hand and move it up and down for greeting He shook hands with me. |
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Improvise |
(V) Compose or play music , speak or act without preparation The pianist forgot his notes and had to improvise. |
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Talent |
(N) A special or very great ability She has a remarkable talent for music. |
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Worthy |
(Adj) (Frm) deserving respect , admiration or support Two points in this report are epecially worthy of notice. |
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Halfhearted |
(Adj) With little interest He made a rather halfhearted attempt to clear up the rubbish. |
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Intense |
(Adj) Involving or done with a lot of effort , energy , attention , etc This type of work requires intense concentration |
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Touch |
(N) A very small amount ( esp in the phrase " a touch of sth " I have a touch of the flu. |
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Honor |
(N) Source of pride and pleasure It is a great honor to be invited. |
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Passion |
(N) A strong feeling She argued with great passion. |
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Respectful |
(Adj) Feeling or showing politeness or honor to sb/sth You should be respectful of other people's opinions. |
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Rev up |
(V)
(Infrml) make sth become faster , more lively , or moer exciting
The presidential candidates are new revving up their campaigns |
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Serve |
(V)
(Frm) be good enough or suitable for ( a purpose )
I haven't got a hammer , but this stone shoud serve ( my purpose). |
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Meditative |
( adj) Thoughtful ; showing deep thought As she grew older , she became more meditative |
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Hustle and bustle |
( exp) A lof of noisy activity in a crowded place They love the hustle and bustle of the market-place |
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Dedicate |
(V) Spend your time and effort doing sth ; devote This woman has dedicated her whole life to helping others. |
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Deserving |
(Adj) Worth supporting or helping He efforts are certainly deserving of praise. |