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bon voyage
As you wave goodbye, you say, "Bon voyage! Have fun on your trip!
entrancing
She wore an entrancing dress that sparkled under the lights.
trolley
The supermarket provides a trolley for customers to carry their groceries.
scheming
His scheming ways made it hard for anyone to trust him.
devious
The devious politician was caught in a scandal.
She used devious methods to achieve her goals.
loiter
Meaning: stand or wait around without any specific purpose.
EX: The kids were told not to loiter outside the store.
incest
Many cultures have strict laws against incest to protect family relationships.
outweigh
The benefits of studying abroad often outweigh the costs involved.
vitriol
Her vitriol towards the opposing team was evident during the game.
reproach
The teacher reproached the students for not doing their homework.
bad mouth
She always bad mouths her coworkers when they are not around.
indispensable
The teacher said that studying is indispensable for passing the exam.
forest ranger
The forest ranger showed us how to identify different types of trees.
snakehead fish
The snakehead fish can survive in low-oxygen water, making it a tough competitor for other fish.
juggle
Juggernaut is juggling 3 titans at the same time
plaice
We had delicious plaice for dinner last night.
discrepancy
/dɪsˈkrɛpənsi/
The accountant found a discrepancy in the financial statements.
accomodate
The hotel can accommodate up to 200 guests.
We need to accommodate the new rules in our plan.
She always tries to accommodate her friends' needs
acrid
She winced at the acrid taste of the spoiled milk, making acrid remarks about it
captious
The captious teacher always found something wrong with the students' projects and everyone hates her captiousness
quibble
It's not worth quibbling about who gets the last piece of cake.
carping
Despite the team's hard work, the manager kept carping about minor mistakes.
visage
He had a stern visage that made people think twice before approaching him.
contour
The map showed the contour lines of the hills and valleys in the area.
outage
We need to report the water outage to the authorities.
disciple
In ancient times, Jesus had twelve disciples who spread his teachings.
lamentable
It is lamentable that so many people are affected by poverty.
apropos
/ˌæp.rəˈpoʊ/
His comments were apropos of the discussion we had earlier about climate change.
confide
[pour one's hearr out to]
[open up]
He felt comfortable enough to confide in his teacher about his struggles.
make light of
She made light of the problem, saying it was just a small mistake.
spasm
The doctor explained that a muscle spasm can happen due to dehydration.
catapult
The ancient soldiers used a catapult to attack the castle walls.
big talker
He is such a big talker; he always claims he will win the race, but he never practices.
take a knock
She took a knock when she didn't get the job she wanted, but she stayed positive.
frugal
She is very frugal with her money.
blackguard
Meaning: person who behaves in a dishonorable or unscrupulous way.
EX: She called him a blackguard for spreading lies about her.
gruff
Even though he seemed gruff, he had a kind heart.
strap
The backpack has a strong strap to carry it easily.
you are a peach
Thank you for helping me with my homework; you are a peach!
hijack
Multitasking while eating hijacks digestion
cashier
The cashier counted the money carefully before giving me my change.
deodorant
She prefers a natural deodorant without strong chemicals.
likewise
He is a talented musician. Likewise, his brother is an excellent singer.
The captain gave the order to advance, and the admiral, likewise, instructed his fleet to move forward.
stodgy
Meaning: heavy, dull, or lacking in excitement
Ex:
The pudding was so stodgy that I could barely finish it.
His presentation was quite stodgy, and many people lost interest halfway through.
emotional baggage
I told my suitcase we ain't going for the holiday and now i'm dealing with an emotional baggage.
set fire
The campers set fire to the wood to keep warm during the night.
top up
I need to top up my phone before I go out.
creditor
If you don’t pay your creditor on time, you may face penalties.
debtor
The debtor promised to pay back the loan by the end of the month.
plunder
The soldiers went into the village to plunder its resources.
sugar apple
Sơn loves savoring sugar apples
throw under the bus
When the project failed, John threw his partner under the bus to save himself.
play the field
During college, many students choose to play the field before settling down.
venal
The venal politician accepted bribes to change the law in favor of big companies.
smear
He accidentally smeared the ink on the paper.
abate
We hope the pain will abate soon.
flip out
When she saw the mess in her room, she totally flipped out.
tread water
During the swimming lesson, I learned how to tread water for a long time.
Even though the project is not moving forward, we are just treading water until we get more resources.
confound
The magician's tricks never fail to confound the audience.
greenwash
The company was accused of greenwashing after it claimed its products were made from recycled materials, but they were not.
rancid
The butter was left out too long and became rancid.
off grid
Many people choose to live off grid to reduce their environmental impact.
rat race
After years in the rat race, she decided to quit her job and travel the world.
chequered
His chequered career included both great successes and some failures.
abandon an attempt
After several failed attempts to fix the bike, I decided to abandon the attempt.
abandon ship
When the project started failing, some team members decided to abandon ship and look for new opportunities.
allocate resources
The manager decided to allocate resources to the new marketing campaign.
attention wanders
During the long lecture, I noticed that my attention wanders and I started thinking about lunch.
broach the subject
During the meeting, she decided to broach the subject of budget cuts.
constructive criticism
After the presentation, the teacher gave me constructive criticism that helped me improve my speaking skills.
curb inflation
The government is taking steps to curb inflation by raising interest rates.
deciding factor
The cost of the project was the deciding factor in whether we would go ahead with it, it's a daunting task to do
flying visit
She made a flying visit to her grandmother before heading back to school.
glowing review
The restaurant received a glowing review from the food critic, praising its delicious dishes.
hazy memory
After so many years, I have a hazy memory of my childhood birthday parties.
juicy gossip
Did you hear the juicy gossip about the new couple in town?
land a job
After months of searching, she finally landed a job at a local bakery.
play a blinder
The goalkeeper played a blinder, saving three penalty shots in a row!
play truant
Many students decide to play truant on sunny days to enjoy the outdoors.
rash promise
She made a rash promise to help everyone with their homework, but she quickly realized she couldn't manage it.
take exception to
She took exception to the way he spoke to her during the meeting.
Unrepentant
Unapologetic
Remorseless
Unashamed
Despite the harm he caused, he remained unrepentant about his actions.
preoccupied
She seemed preoccupied during the meeting and didn't notice when her name was called.
on hand
I always keep some snacks on hand for when I get hungry.
sober
After a night of partying, he woke up sober and ready to face the day
She decided to stay sober during the event to support her friend.
His sober attitude during the meeting impressed everyone.
flick
He flicked my ear
grow in popularity
In recent years, plant-based diets have grown in popularity around the world.
Conflict of interest
It is important to disclose any conflict of interest before making a decision.
unbroken
She had an unbroken record of perfect attendance.
ghastly
The movie was so ghastly that I had to cover my eyes during the scary parts.
precarious
The workers are in a precarious situation without a contract.
deliberate
The committee took a deliberate approach to solving the problem.
elegy
Many famous writers have composed elegies to express their sorrow over the loss of friends and loved ones.
befall
Many challenges may befall those who choose to take risks.
It is uncertain what will befall the town after the storm.
put someone's back up
Don't say that; it might put her back up.
standing ovation
After the final song, the crowd gave the band a standing ovation.
crooked
He has a crooked smile that makes him look charming.
step up
The team needs someone to step up and lead the project.
She decided to step up her training for the upcoming race
When the crisis happened, he really stepped up to help the community
stand for
The school stands for respect among students.
zone out
During the long lecture, I started to zone out and missed important information.
cherry pick
In the meeting, she decided to cherry pick the most important points from the report.
keep at arm's length
She decided to keep him at arm's length after their last argument.
semblance
Despite the semblance of peace, tensions were rising in the community.
disparate
The report highlighted the disparate outcomes of the study across different demographics.
be of service to
I am happy to be of service to you during your visit.
reclusive
The reclusive author rarely made public appearances and preferred to write in solitude.
Skedaddle
The kids decided to skedaddle when they heard the ice cream truck coming down the street.
waver
His confidence wavered when he faced unexpected challenges.
vacillate
She tends to vacillate between going to the party and staying home to study.
oscillate
The pendulum began to oscillate steadily from side to side.
Her feelings seemed to oscillate between happiness and sadness.
flimsy
The flimsy structure of the tent couldn't withstand the strong wind.
meathead
He forgot his keys again; what a meathead!
chatterbox
My little sister is such a chatterbox; she never stops talking about her day at school.
butterfinger
He was such a butterfinger during the game, dropping the ball multiple times.
scrawny
Despite being scrawny, the little dog had a big personality.
in the wars
After losing his job, he felt like he was really in the wars.
bore you stiff
The lecture was so long and dry that it really bored me stiff.
remains to be seen
The new movie looks interesting, but whether it will be a hit remains to be seen.
put the cat among the pigeons
His comments about the new policy put the cat among the pigeons, and everyone started arguing.
toe curling
When she tripped on stage during her speech, it was a toe curling moment for everyone watching.
drawdown
The drawdown of the company's profits worried the investors.
ennoble
The charity work he did helped to ennoble his reputation in the community.
make-work
During the meeting, the manager suggested some make-work projects that would keep the team occupied.
shrift
In the quiet chapel, she found solace in the shrift she had long avoided.
Shoddy
The shoddy construction of the building made it unsafe for people to enter.
alarm
She felt a sense of alarm when she heard the loud noise outside.
effervescent tablet
I took an effervescent tablet to help with my headache.
cut up rough
When he found out about the mistake, he really cut up rough.
jump out at
When I read the report, the mistakes jumped out at me.
abject
The family lived in abject poverty, struggling to find enough food to eat.
His abject failure in the competition left him feeling very disappointed.
She felt abject shame after realizing her mistake in front of everyone.
over the odds
Investing in that startup seems over the odds; many similar companies have failed.
get a cold spell
We might get a cold spell next week, so make sure to wear warm clothes.
driving rain
The hikers had to turn back because of the driving rain that made the trail slippery.
protracted
The protracted negotiations between the two countries finally reached an agreement.
grossly
He grossly underestimated the time it would take to finish the task.
crucifixion
The crucifixion of Jesus is a central event in Christianity.
rummage
They decided to rummage through the attic for furniture to contribute to the rummage sale at their school
austere
The monastery had an austere design, with bare walls and minimal furniture.
economize
We need to economize on our grocery shopping this month.
tie down
We need to tie down the boxes in the truck so they don’t move during the trip
She felt tied down by her responsibilities and wanted to travel more
Make sure to tie down the tent so it doesn’t blow away in the wind
cite
In his essay, he cited a famous scientist to strengthen his point.
squirrel away
During the summer, he squirrels away extra fruits from the garden for the winter.
haggle over
They decided to haggle over the price of the old bicycle at the flea market.
leeway
We need to allow some leeway in our schedule for unexpected events.
blaze a trail
The artist blazed a trail in modern art with her unique style.
fly the nest
After finishing college, she decided it was time to fly the nest and find her own apartment.
for what it's worth
For what it's worth, I think you did a great job on your presentation.
apt
He has an apt way of explaining complex ideas.
samaritan
The kind Samaritan stopped to help the injured bird on the road.
on the go
These snacks are perfect for people who are on the go.
contrive
They contrived a way to solve the problem without any extra cost.
stickler
My teacher is a stickler for grammar, so we have to be careful with our writing.
abound
Opportunities for learning abound in this city.
The garden abounds with colorful flowers in the spring.
bout
She experienced a bout of depression after the loss.
drinking bout
astute
His astute observations helped the team solve the problem quickly.
squabble
During the meeting, there was a squabble about the best way to solve the problem.
recalcitrant
The recalcitrant student refused to follow the teacher's instructions.
innkeeper
The innkeeper welcomed us with a warm smile and a cup of tea.
ledger
She keeps a personal ledger to track her savings and expenses.
vials
He landed on countertop of a disused apothecary, scattering vials of dubious concoctions.
apothecary
The apothecary provided the villagers with herbal remedies for their illnesses.
spellbind
The magician's tricks spellbound the audience, leaving them in awe.
perish the thought
I can't believe you think I would forget your birthday! Perish the thought!
sagacious
The sagacious leader made decisions that benefited everyone in the community.
what is the drill for something
Before we start the project, can you tell me what the drill is for submitting our reports?
asinine
The idea of not studying for the test was simply asinine.
what makes someone tick
To be a good leader, you need to understand what makes your team tick.
gnash
The dog started to gnash its teeth when it saw the stranger approaching.
fatuous
The fatuous comments made during the meeting did not help solve the problem.
inane
The movie was filled with inane jokes that made no one laugh.
vacuous
Many reality TV shows are criticized for their vacuous content.
preeminent
The scientist was recognized as a preeminent expert in her field.
Assuage
To assuage his guilt, he decided to apologize to his friend.
Placate
The teacher tried to placate the students after the surprise quiz upset them.
amenable
The manager was amenable to the team's suggestions.
Recondite
The professor's lecture on quantum physics was so recondite that many students struggled to follow along.
resourceful
The team was resourceful and came up with a great plan to finish the project on time.
acquiescent
Despite her strong opinions, she remained acquiescent during the meeting to avoid conflict.
rough justice
The crowd took matters into their own hands, believing they were delivering rough justice to the thief.
bury the lede
The article was interesting, but the writer really buried the lede by starting with a long background story.
minimum
The minimum age to vote is 18 years old.
manger
The farmer filled the manger with fresh hay for the cows.
elliptical
He gave an elliptical response to the question.
bear the cost
The company decided to bear the cost of the employee's training program.
running battle
Her running battle with the school administration over the dress code has gained a lot of attention.
bowl over (pv)
The magician's tricks always bowl over the audience.
touchdown
After a long flight, the pilot announced that they were preparing for touchdown.
pastime
Gardening has become a relaxing pastime for many people.
output
The factory increased its output to meet the high demand.
symbol
The dove is often seen as a symbol of peace.
enduring symbol
put on
Humans put untold stress on the envoronmemoratorialismisticalizedingoyeahissexybayyessiriskyashellyeahweaintgettingnoeherewiththosenderdragoniggaofalltimegoatmessironaldobucuihatehumanityihatetrumpandihateniggaalottttttttteachmesomethingvaluableatsch
prevail on
They prevailed on the committee to change the meeting date.
hydrology
Understanding hydrology is essential for managing our water resources effectively.
superintendent
The superintendent of the school district visited each school to check on the students' progress.
Killjoy
She always acts like a killjoy when we try to have fun.
long in the tooth
My grandfather is getting a bit long in the tooth, but he still loves to play golf.
dog and pony show
Our average customer is a businessperson who doesn't need the dog and pony show.
open book
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hold up
Sorry, I’m late! I got held up in traffic.
job vacancy
I saw a job vacancy in the newspaper for a part-time cashier.
enculturation
Enculturation can occur in many ways, such as through storytelling, rituals, and everyday interactions.
invalidate
The new evidence will invalidate the previous findings of the study.
audit
The company will conduct an audit of its financial statements.
field of expertise
Her field of expertise is environmental science, and she works on climate change projects.
readily
She readily agreed to help me with my homework.
slashed
The store slashed prices for the holiday sale.
bargain hunter
As a bargain hunter, I enjoy visiting thrift stores to discover hidden treasures.
come up short
The team played well, but they still came up short in the final minutes of the game.p
funds
The school received funds from the government for new computers.
staged
They staged a surprise party for her birthday.
speculative
Investing in new technology can be very speculative and risky.
facilitates (n)
vicious cycle
The lack of sleep can create a vicious cycle of stress and fatigue.
born out of
The new policy was born out of the need for better safety measures.
matter to
It doesn't matter to him whether we go or stay.
turn of the wheel
She believes that the turn of the wheel will eventually lead her to success.
under wraps
The new product is still under wraps until the official launch next month.
pig iron
The factory produces pig iron, which is then converted into steel.
holy grail
For many writers, getting a book published is the holy grail of their career.
guilty pleasure
Watching reality TV shows is my guilty pleasure.
resonate with
The thing that I resonated with as a kid was that experiences resonate powerfully with people, living, as I do, in any given situation.
cytoplasm
During the experiment, we observed how the cytoplasm moves around the nucleus.
lay eyes on
I couldn't believe my eyes when I finally laid eyes on my favorite celebrity.
basal
She has a basal understanding of math, which helps her with more complex problems.
transients
During the summer, the beach town sees many transients enjoying the sun and sand.
fall into one's lap
"not many reporters are lucky enough to have stories fall into their laps
factoid
Did you know that honey never spoils? That's a fun factoid!
biting
She made a biting comment about the movie.
cut to the quick
Her harsh words cut to the quick.
kitschy
She loves collecting kitschy souvenirs from her travels, like plastic flamingos and snow globes.
exiguous
The exiguous resources available for the project made it difficult to achieve the desired results.
the university of life
I learned my skills at the university of life.
vast expanse
As we climbed the mountain, we were amazed by the vast expanse of the valley below.
instigate measures
The government will instigate new measures to combat terrorism.
dicey
The weather looks dicey for our picnic tomorrow.
receptacles
In the kitchen, there are many receptacles for keeping food fresh.
tour de force
The actor's performance in the play was a tour de force that left the audience in awe.
main squeeze
"I'm taking my main squeeze out for dinner tonight".
"Did you meet James's main squeeze? They seem really happy together".
regiment
The regiment marched in perfect formation during the parade.
finishing line
After months of hard work, she finally reached the finishing line of her project.
pore over
He spent hours poring over the old maps to find the treasure.
soundbite
The politician's speech was full of memorable soundbites that the media loved to share.
media outlet (n)
The media outlet reported on the latest developments in the story.
pressure group
Many pressure groups are working to improve animal rights in our country.
give it a rest
She was complaining about her job all day, so I finally told her to give it a rest.
full steam ahead
Once we finished the planning, it was full steam ahead for the project launch.
knitwear
During winter, I love to wear cozy knitwear to stay warm.
inverter
The solar panel system includes an inverter to convert the energy for home use.
transitory
Many people find that their childhood memories are transitory, fading over time.
twit
He called me a twit for forgetting my homework again.
in a huff
After losing the game, he stormed out of the room in a huff.
go over the top
Her birthday party was nice, but I think she went over the top with the decorations.
contraband
The police found a large amount of contraband in the warehouse.
keep me going
Listening to my favorite music really keeps me going during long study sessions.
a means to an end
For her, working overtime was a means to an end, as she wanted to save money for a vacation.
consign
She decided to consign her old clothes to a charity shop.
piddling
He spent the whole afternoon on piddling tasks instead of working on his project.
unfilial
She was criticized for her unfilial attitude towards her aging parents.
housing
The city is building new housing for families.
residence
She has a beautiful residence in the countryside.
settlement
After many discussions, they finally agreed on a settlement that satisfied both sides.
mental activity
eatery
The new eatery in town has the best burgers I've ever tasted.
strictly forbidden
Smoking is strictly forbidden in this area.
elusive thing
The concept of happiness can be an elusive thing for many people.
set out r
"they had a picnic by the river where there was a jetty and rustic tables and chairs set out"
set out rules
reckon
I reckon it's going to rain today.
proportion
The proportion of students who passed the exam was very high.
stock up on
I need to stock up on groceries before the storm hits.
sample
The chef sampled the soup to check if it needed more salt.
botching
She botched the recipe and ended up with a cake that was burnt on the outside and raw on the inside.
by appointment
To meet with the manager, you must schedule a time by appointment.
place under scrutiny
The teacher decided to place the student's project under scrutiny to ensure it met all the requirements.
encase
We should encase the fragile items in bubble wrap before shipping them.
lot
They sold the lot next to their house for a good price.
hotly contested
The election was hotly contested, with both candidates having strong support from their followers.
entrant
Each entrant must fill out a registration form before the event starts.
commision
She earned a commission for every sale she made at the store.
aspiring
The aspiring musician practiced every day to improve his skills.
knock out something
She knocked out the presentation in just a few hours.
rough draft
Writing a rough draft helps me clarify my thoughts and ideas.
of renown
god-fearing
The god-fearing community came together to support those in need.
final product
After many revisions, the final product of her painting was displayed in the gallery.
extant
There are only a few extant species of this plant left in the wild.
do wonders
A good night's sleep can do wonders for your mood.
skittish
The skittish rabbit darted away at the slightest sound.
elude
He felt that happiness always seemed to elude him.
negligible
Her contribution to the project was negligible, but she still received credit.
investigative
The police launched an investigative operation to solve the mystery.
flawed
Her argument was flawed because it did not consider all the facts.
flail
He started to flail his arms when he realized he was about to sink into the deep ocean
toodles
After the party, she waved and said, "Toodles!
rebuke
The teacher rebuked the student for not doing his homework.
suspended sentence
After the trial, she was relieved to receive a suspended sentence instead of immediate jail time.
squeeze through
The cat managed to squeeze through the small gap in the fence.
heads up
Heads up! A car is coming your way!
the minutes
Can you please review the minutes before our next discussion?
gurgle
The baby started to gurgle happily as she played with her toys.
I could hear the water gurgle in the stream as we walked by.
clang
As the blacksmith worked, the clang of his hammer echoed in the shop.
laudable
laudable though the aim might be, the results have been criticized.
commendable, praiseworthy
stomp on
During the protest, some people began to stomp on the signs they disagreed with.
give a big hand
After the singer finished her song, the audience stood up to give a big hand.
concurrently
She is studying for her exams concurrently with her part-time job.
reorder
I need to reorder my favorite snacks because I ran out.
implications for
The new law has serious implications for small businesses.
groundswell
There was a groundswell of support for the new recycling program in our town.
heavily disguised
The spy was heavily disguised to avoid being recognized by his enemies.
knockout
He looked like a knockout in his new suit at the party.
fish for compliments
She always wears that new dress when she wants to fish for compliments.
I’m not trying to fish for compliments, but do you like my new haircut?
tattletale
When Sarah told the teacher that Tom was not doing his homework, her friends called her a tattletale.
lineup
The concert lineup includes several famous bands.
scalp
He has a lot of dandruff on his scalp.
supersede
The rapid development of smartphones has largely superseded the need for separate devices like portable music players and cameras.
Smartphones have superseded traditional cell phones in many ways.
shale oil
The discovery of shale oil has changed the energy landscape in many countries.
clues
Scientists are looking for clues to the origin of life.
This document provides clues to his disappearance.
The symptoms may offer clues to the underlying cause.
crowdsource
Many artists choose to crowdsource funding for their projects through online platforms.
McCoy
"the apparent fake turned out to be the real McCoy"
complete with
The picnic was perfect, complete with sandwiches, drinks, and dessert.
harebrained
His harebrained scheme to build a rocket in his backyard made everyone laugh.
undercarriage
Before takeoff, the pilot checked that the undercarriage was functioning properly.
funneling
The teacher used a funneling technique to help students focus on the main idea of the story.
alma mater
The alumni association of her alma mater organizes events every year.
acceptance rate
Many students check the acceptance rate before applying to their dream school.
tripling
The company is tripling its production to meet the high demand.
hamstring
He pulled his hamstring while running in the race.
rigours
The rigours of the training program helped the athletes become stronger.
ordeals
He shared stories of the ordeals he faced during the storm.
have the effect of
The new law has the effect of reducing pollution in the city.
rotary
We installed a rotary fan to help cool the room during the summer.
clamber
She clambered up the tree to get a better view of the parade.
siesta
After lunch, I like to take a siesta to recharge my energy.
execs
The execs met to discuss the new project plans.
pool
car pool Patrick crashed a Ford that he'd borrowed from the car pool at work.
talent pool
As unemployment rises, the pool of cheap labour increases.
perk up (v)
hearty
We had a hearty breakfast before our long journey.
forty winks (n)
She fell asleep on the couch and took a quick forty winks.
conclusively
After reviewing all the evidence, the jury reached a conclusively fair decision.
markup
The store added a 20% markup to all their products.
She learned how to use HTML as a markup language for her website.
entwine
The stories of the two characters entwine throughout the book.
embed
They wanted to embed the message in the story so that it would be memorable.
ingrain
The teacher aimed to ingrain a love for reading in her students.
generic markup
The website uses generic markup to ensure that it looks good on all devices.
posterior
The posterior side of the building faces the park.
cottage industry
She started a cottage industry making candles in her kitchen.
spare room
We have a spare room for when our family comes to visit.
oddity
The old clock in the hallway is an oddity; it still works perfectly even though it is over a hundred years old.
foe
They were once friends, but now they are foes.
pepper pot
Can you pass me the pepper pot, please?
kudos
After finishing the project, she received kudos from her teacher for her hard work.
battle cry
Her speech became a battle cry for the activists fighting for change.
hightail
As soon as the teacher walked in, the students hightailed it to their seats.
abscond from
After taking the money, he decided to abscond from the country.
peculiarity
His peculiarity of always wearing mismatched socks made him popular among his friends.
facilitate (v)
The new software will facilitate easier communication between team members.
matrices
The scientist used matrices to analyze the data from the experiment.
enable
Cloud storage enables data sharing.
AI enables faster decision-making.
This button enables dark mode
anterior
In the study, the anterior results were more significant than the later ones.
letterpress
She learned the art of letterpress printing in a workshop and now creates unique greeting cards.
typesetting
The typesetting of the book was done carefully to ensure it was easy to read.
functionality
The new app has great functionality that makes it easy to use.
miniaturization
Scientists are excited about the miniaturization of medical equipment, making it easier to use in remote areas.
service industry
The service industry has grown rapidly in recent years, creating many new jobs.
trialled
The new app was trialled by several users before its official launch.
make strides
She has made great strides in her studies this year, improving her grades significantly.
contraption
The inventor showed us his latest contraption that could open a bottle and pour a drink at the same time.
affliction
Many people find strength in their faith when facing the affliction of illness.
for one
Many people enjoy outdoor activities; hiking, for one, is very popular.
car needle
The car needle showed that we were running low on fuel.
make an impact
She hopes to make an impact in her community by volunteering regularly.
growing concern
The community has a growing concern about pollution in the river.
free of
This area is free of litter, making it a clean place to enjoy.
constraints on
There are constraints on how much money we can spend for the project.
anything and everything
She loves to explore anything and everything related to science.
rife
The city was rife with pollution, making it hard to breathe.
rung of the ladder
Every small achievement is a rung of the ladder that leads to your ultimate goal.
on the face of
On the face of it, the project seems successful, but there are many challenges we need to address.
in play
The project is still in play, so we can make changes.
ivory tusks
Many artists create intricate sculptures from ivory tusks, showcasing their beauty and craftsmanship.
save that for
Save that for later when we have more time to discuss it.
hand down
The judge will hand down the final verdict tomorrow.
trigger-happy
The trigger-happy soldier fired his weapon without waiting for orders.
tormentor
In the story, the hero confronts his tormentor to finally find peace.
for starters
For starters, we need to gather all the materials before we begin the project.
keep abreast of
I read the news every morning to keep abreast of current events.
if any
The team had little time to prepare, if any.
indicative of
The increase in sales is indicative of the product's popularity.
fluke (n)
It was just a fluke that I found the lost wallet.
work to rule
During the strike, the workers chose to work to rule, completing only the minimum tasks required.
annum
The project is expected to last for three years, or three annums.
eon
The dinosaurs roamed the Earth for eons before they became extinct.
plantain
In some countries, people make chips from green plantains for a crunchy snack.
slated to
The concert is slated to start at 7 PM.
beyond reproach
The quality of the artwork in the gallery is beyond reproach.
subjugate
The empire sought to subjugate the neighboring tribes to expand its territory.
lend credence
Her testimony lent credence to the accusations against the suspect.
inconsistent
He has been inconsistent in his efforts to improve.
muddy the waters
The new rules seemed to muddy the waters instead of making things clearer for everyone.
cracks beneath the surface
Her smile was bright, but there were cracks beneath the surface that revealed her true feelings.
forgeries
The museum discovered several forgeries among the famous paintings.
solar powered
Many homes are now using solar powered lights for their gardens.
affect to do
She affects to be an expert in cooking, but she rarely makes dinner.
top down
The company uses a top down approach to make decisions, where the managers decide and the employees follow.
chase up
I need to chase up my friend about the party plans.
pick your battles
In a team project, it's important to pick your battles and focus on the main goals instead of minor disagreements.
manufacturing outfit
The new manufacturing outfit in town is hiring workers for their assembly line.
precondition
Before starting the project, we need to meet the precondition of having all the materials ready.
serviceable
The old car is not fancy, but it is still serviceable for daily commutes.
reversal
After the reversal of the decision, everyone felt relieved.
due consideration
The committee will make a decision after due consideration of all the facts.
a notch
She raised her performance a notch by practicing every day.
potted
In his speech, he gave a potted summary of the company's achievements.
potted history.
levity
He used levity to ease the tension in the room after the bad news.
straitlaced
My grandmother is very straitlaced; she never approves of modern music.
fulsome
The actor received fulsome praise for his performance, but many felt it was too much and not entirely sincere.
fodder
During the meeting, the manager suggested that the team's ideas were just fodder for the next project.
seamy
She wrote a novel that revealed the seamy side of fame and fortune.
veneer
The table was made of cheap wood but had a beautiful veneer that made it look expensive.
She put on a veneer of confidence, but inside she felt very nervous.
scratchy
I heard a scratchy noise coming from the old record player.
zero-tolerance
The company enforces a zero-tolerance approach to workplace harassment.
on the bottom
She placed the book on the bottom shelf of the library.
inexpert
The inexpert painter struggled to finish the mural on the wall.
reject
I had to reject the job offer because it didn't match my skills.
dumping ground
After the party, the backyard looked like a dumping ground with all the leftover trash.
drugged
She felt drugged after taking the medicine her doctor prescribed.
serials
Many serials have cliffhangers that make you want to watch the next episode immediately.
all-purpose
I bought an all-purpose cleaner that works on floors, windows, and counters.
postdate
She decided to postdate the meeting to give everyone more time to prepare.
shape itself
The sculpture began to shape itself as the artist worked on it.
epigenetics
Epigenetics plays a crucial role in how our bodies respond to stress and nutrition.
in infancy
The child showed remarkable skills in music even in infancy.
cop an attitude
He just copped an attitude and crossed his arms when told to stop talking back.
back office
Without a strong back office, the front office cannot operate effectively.
by themselves
The children played by themselves in the backyard.
cadre
From 2007 to 2012, the program trained a cadre of activists who raised awareness among their friends, families and colleagues. This approach has helped reduce intimate violence and has since been replicated in 15 countries.
sleek
The smartphone has a sleek and modern look.
clinch
After a long negotiation, they finally managed to clinch the deal.
tourniquet
The doctor quickly applied a tourniquet to stop the bleeding from the patient's arm.
noncom
The noncom in charge ensured that all tasks were completed on time.
self-same
"he was standing in the selfsame spot you're filling now"
aggregate (n)
In aggregate, the results show a positive trend.
quiescent (adj)
The volcano has been quiescent for many years, showing no signs of activity.
ferried
During the storm, supplies were ferried to the island by helicopter.
portage
The portage between the two lakes was challenging but worth the effort.
imbibe
During the party, everyone gathered to imbibe their favorite drinks.
pull
He's still got quite a bit of pull in the club - he could probably get you elected.
frontiersman
The frontiersman traveled deep into the wilderness to discover new lands.
exchange vows
They decided to exchange vows on a beautiful beach at sunset.
fazed
Even after hearing the loud noise, she was not fazed and continued her work.
clear-eyed
His clear-eyed analysis of the situation helped the team make better decisions.
crayfish
The children were excited to see a crayfish hiding under a rock.
tilling
After tilling the garden, she added compost to enrich the soil.
tacky
The decorations at the party were really tacky and didn't match at all.
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