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  1. 001
    campusn. /ˈkæmpəs/
    the grounds of a school or university The students gathered on the campus lawn.
  2. 002
    ritualn. /ˈrɪtʃuəl/
    a set of actions performed in order The wedding ceremony included many cultural rituals.
  3. 003
    preyn. /preɪ/
    an animal hunted for food The hawk spotted its prey from above.
  4. 004
    so-calledadj. /ˈsoʊˌkɔːld/
    commonly named or described as The so-called expert gave poor advice.
  5. 005
    graduatev. /ˈɡrædʒueɪt/
    to complete a degree or course She will graduate from college next year.
  6. 006
    anywaysadv. /ˈɛniweɪz/
    informal term for 'anyway' Anyways, let's get back to the main topic.
  7. 007
    fryv. /fraɪ/
    to cook in hot oil or fat I like to fry eggs for breakfast.
  8. 008
    genuineadj. /ˈdʒɛnjuɪn/
    real and authentic, not fake She gave a genuine smile of appreciation.
  9. 009
    doubtsn. /daʊts/
    uncertainties or lack of confidence She has doubts about his honesty.
  10. 010
    judgingv. /ˈdʒʌdʒɪŋ/
    forming an opinion about something He is judging the competition entries now.
  11. 011
    ceilingn. /ˈsiːlɪŋ/
    the upper interior surface of a room The ceiling needs a fresh coat of paint.
  12. 012
    practicingv. /ˈpræktɪsɪŋ/
    repeatedly doing something to improve She is practicing the piano for hours.
  13. 013
    somewhatadv. /ˈsʌmwʌt/
    to a certain extent or degree I am somewhat tired after the trip.
  14. 014
    establishedadj. /ɪˈstæblɪʃt/
    having been in existence for a long time They are an established company in the market.
  15. 015
    attemptedadj. /əˈtɛmptɪd/
    made an effort to do something He made an attempted escape from the building.
  16. 016
    generationsn. /ˌdʒɛnəˈreɪʃənz/
    groups of people born around the same time Several generations have lived in this house.
  17. 017
    zombien. /ˈzɒmbi/
    a fictional undead creature The movie features a terrifying zombie apocalypse.
  18. 018
    gatheringn. /ˈɡæðərɪŋ/
    a meeting of people for a purpose The family gathering was filled with laughter.
  19. 019
    warriorsn. /ˈwɒriərz/
    fighters or soldiers, often heroic The warriors prepared for the upcoming battle.
  20. 020
    electricaladj. /ɪˈlɛktrɪkəl/
    related to electricity or its use He studied electrical engineering in college.
  21. 021
    sobsn. /sɒbz/
    noisy cries of grief or sadness She heard the soft sobs from the next room.
  22. 022
    couplesn. /ˈkʌplz/
    two people in a romantic relationship The park was full of happy couples walking.
  23. 023
    dependv. /dɪˈpɛnd/
    to rely on someone or something You can depend on me for support.
  24. 024
    instituten. /ˈɪnstɪtjuːt/
    an organization for education or research She works at a research institute downtown.
  25. 025
    principlen. /ˈprɪnsəpəl/
    a basic truth or rule She stood by her principles in the debate.
  26. 026
    fixingv. /ˈfɪksɪŋ/
    repairing or making something right He is fixing the broken chair in the garage.
  27. 027
    therapistn. /ˈθɛrəpɪst/
    a professional who helps with mental health She visits her therapist every week for support.
  28. 028
    competev. /kəmˈpiːt/
    to strive against others for a goal They compete in the annual science fair every year.
  29. 029
    complimentn. /ˈkɒmplɪmənt/
    a polite expression of praise He gave her a compliment on her dress.
  30. 030
    worshipv. /ˈwɜːʃɪp/
    to show deep respect or reverence They worship at the temple every Sunday.
  31. 031
    residencen. /ˈrɛzɪdəns/
    a place where someone lives Her residence is near the city center.
  32. 032
    democracyn. /dɪˈmɒkrəsi/
    a system of government by the people Democracy allows citizens to vote on issues.
  33. 033
    helplessadj. /ˈhɛlpləs/
    unable to help oneself She felt helpless in the situation.
  34. 034
    mythn. /mɪθ/
    a traditional story or belief The myth explains the origin of the world.
  35. 035
    publishedadj. /ˈpʌblɪʃt/
    made available to the public Her novel was finally published last year.
  36. 036
    screwingv. /ˈskruːɪŋ/
    turning a screw into something He is screwing the lid onto the jar.
  37. 037
    executionn. /ˌɛksɪˈkjuːʃən/
    the act of carrying out a plan The execution of the plan was flawless.
  38. 038
    appetiten. /ˈæpɪtaɪt/
    a desire for food I have a big appetite after exercising.
  39. 039
    formaladj. /ˈfɔːrməl/
    following established rules or customs They attended a formal dinner last night.
  40. 040
    strictlyadv. /ˈstrɪktli/
    in a way that is enforced firmly The rules are strictly enforced at school.
  41. 041
    suckedv. /sʌkt/
    to draw in or remove air He sucked on the straw for his drink.
  42. 042
    tanksn. /tæŋks/
    large containers for holding liquids The tanks were filled with fresh water.
  43. 043
    chickensn. /ˈtʃɪkɪnz/
    domesticated birds raised for eggs or meat The farm has many chickens roaming freely.
  44. 044
    technicaladj. /ˈtɛknɪkəl/
    related to a specific subject or field He explained the technical details clearly.
  45. 045
    rodn. /rɒd/
    a long, thin, straight piece of material He used a rod to fish in the lake.
  46. 046
    meetsv. /miːts/
    comes into contact with someone She meets her friends every Saturday.
  47. 047
    shepherdn. /ˈʃɛpərd/
    a person who herds sheep The shepherd guided the flock to safety.
  48. 048
    brutaladj. /ˈbruːtl/
    extremely harsh or cruel The weather was brutal during the winter.
  49. 049
    vainadj. /veɪn/
    having excessive pride in oneself She was too vain to accept criticism.
  50. 050
    chin. /tʃiː/
    life force or energy in Chinese philosophy He believes in balancing his chi through meditation.

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  51. 051
    switchedv. /swɪtʃt/
    changed from one thing to another They switched the lights off before leaving.
  52. 052
    deern. /dɪər/
    a type of hoofed grazing animal We saw a deer in the forest yesterday.
  53. 053
    dressesn. /ˈdrɛsɪz/
    garments worn by women or girls She has a collection of beautiful dresses.
  54. 054
    retirev. /rɪˈtaɪər/
    to stop working after reaching a certain age He plans to retire in five years.
  55. 055
    inspirationn. /ˌɪnspəˈreɪʃən/
    a sudden brilliant idea or motivation The artist found inspiration in nature's beauty.
  56. 056
    overcomev. /ˌoʊvərˈkʌm/
    to defeat or prevail over something She managed to overcome her fears and speak.
  57. 057
    cuntn. /kʌnt/
    vulgar term for female genitalia He used a really offensive word today.
  58. 058
    thrilledadj. /θrɪld/
    very excited or pleased She was thrilled to receive the news.
  59. 059
    suggestionn. /səˈdʒɛstʃən/
    an idea or proposal offered I have a suggestion for our next meeting.
  60. 060
    dummyn. /ˈdʌmi/
    a model or replica of a person He practiced on a dummy for the exam.
  61. 061
    sailorn. /ˈseɪlər/
    a person who works on a ship The sailor navigated the ship through storms.
  62. 062
    destinationn. /ˌdɛstɪˈneɪʃən/
    the place someone is going to Our destination is a beautiful beach resort.
  63. 063
    assholesn. /ˈæshhoʊlz/
    rude or unpleasant people Some people can be real assholes sometimes.
  64. 064
    bassn. /bæs/
    a type of fish He caught a large bass at the lake.
  65. 065
    picnicn. /ˈpɪknɪk/
    an outdoor meal We enjoyed a picnic in the park.
  66. 066
    idoln. /ˈaɪdəl/
    a person admired greatly She is my idol for her talent.
  67. 067
    trucksn. /trʌks/
    large vehicles for transporting goods The trucks delivered supplies to the store.
  68. 068
    rankn. /ræŋk/
    a position in a hierarchy He achieved a high rank in the army.
  69. 069
    blockedadj. /blɒkt/
    obstructed or prevented from passing The road was blocked by fallen trees.
  70. 070
    strictadj. /strɪkt/
    demanding obedience or rules The teacher has strict classroom rules.
  71. 071
    hiyainterj. /ˈhaɪjə/
    a casual greeting Hiya! How have you been?
  72. 072
    formulan. /ˈfɔːrmjələ/
    a method or recipe for something She has a secret formula for success.
  73. 073
    clerkn. /klɑːrk/
    a person who works in an office The clerk helped me find the right file.
  74. 074
    disturbedadj. /dɪˈstɜːrbd/
    upset or troubled in some way He felt disturbed by the loud noise.
  75. 075
    cafen. /kæˈfeɪ/
    a small restaurant or coffee shop Let's meet at the cafe downtown.
  76. 076
    wanderingadj. /ˈwɒndərɪŋ/
    moving around without a fixed path She enjoys wandering through the city streets.
  77. 077
    consciousnessn. /ˈkɒnʃəsnəs/
    the state of being aware His consciousness faded after the accident.
  78. 078
    bareadj. /bɛər/
    not covered or clothed The tree stood bare in winter's chill.
  79. 079
    arrangementn. /əˈreɪndʒmənt/
    a plan or organization of things She made an arrangement for the meeting.
  80. 080
    butchern. /ˈbʊtʃər/
    a person who sells meat The butcher prepared fresh cuts of beef.
  81. 081
    chasedv. /tʃeɪst/
    followed quickly to catch The dog chased the ball across the yard.
  82. 082
    ministryn. /ˈmɪnɪstri/
    a government department The ministry announced new education policies.
  83. 083
    brandyn. /ˈbrændi/
    a strong alcoholic drink He enjoyed a glass of brandy after dinner.
  84. 084
    boobsn. /buːbz/
    informal term for breasts She wore a dress that accentuated her boobs.
  85. 085
    sweatern. /ˈswɛtər/
    knitted garment worn on the upper body I love wearing my cozy sweater in winter.
  86. 086
    locatev. /loʊˈkeɪt/
    to find the position of something Can you help me locate my missing keys?
  87. 087
    apologisev. /əˈpɒlədʒaɪz/
    to express regret for an error I need to apologise for being late.
  88. 088
    examinev. /ɪɡˈzæmɪn/
    to inspect or study closely The doctor will examine your symptoms carefully.
  89. 089
    parolen. /pəˈroʊl/
    conditional release from prison He was granted parole after serving five years.
  90. 090
    candlen. /ˈkændəl/
    a stick of wax with a wick I lit a candle to create a cozy atmosphere.
  91. 091
    trainsn. /treɪnz/
    vehicles that run on tracks Trains are a popular way to travel long distances.
  92. 092
    prioradj. /ˈpraɪər/
    existing or coming before something She had prior experience in the field.
  93. 093
    streamn. /striːm/
    a continuous flow of water We enjoyed watching the stream flow by.
  94. 094
    passagen. /ˈpæsɪdʒ/
    a way through or a section The passage led us to the main hall.
  95. 095
    organn. /ˈɔːrɡən/
    a part of the body with a specific function The heart is a vital organ in humans.
  96. 096
    reachingv. /ˈriːtʃɪŋ/
    extending or stretching out She is reaching for the top shelf.
  97. 097
    directionsn. /dəˈrɛkʃənz/
    instructions on how to get somewhere Can you give me the directions to the park?
  98. 098
    assesn. /æsɪz/
    donkeys or foolish people The farm had several asses grazing in the field.
  99. 099
    outeradj. /ˈaʊtər/
    located on the outside or external The outer layer protects the inner contents.
  100. 100
    provesv. /pruːvz/
    demonstrates the truth of something This experiment proves the theory correct.
    101. 100 / 1,000
  101. 101
    luxuryn. /ˈlʌkʃəri/
    a state of great comfort or elegance They enjoyed a luxury vacation in the Maldives.
  102. 102
    pistoln. /ˈpɪstəl/
    a small firearm designed to be held in one hand He pulled out his pistol during the confrontation.
  103. 103
    losersn. /ˈluːzərz/
    people who fail to succeed or win They called us losers for not winning.
  104. 104
    fundsn. /fʌndz/
    money available for spending or investment We need more funds for the project.
  105. 105
    stringsn. /ˈstrɪŋz/
    thin pieces of material used for tying or connecting She tied the package with strings.
  106. 106
    sunsetn. /ˈsʌnˌsɛt/
    the time when the sun goes down We watched the beautiful sunset at the beach.
  107. 107
    fortunatelyadv. /ˈfɔːrtʃənətli/
    happily or luckily; by good fortune Fortunately, we found a place to stay.
  108. 108
    gotchainterj. /ˈɡɒtʃə/
    an expression indicating understanding or realization Gotcha! I see what you mean now.
  109. 109
    tombn. /tuːm/
    a burial place for the dead The ancient tomb was discovered by archaeologists.
  110. 110
    engineeringn. /ˌɛnʤɪˈnɪərɪŋ/
    the application of science and math She studied engineering at the university.
  111. 111
    elementn. /ˈɛlɪmənt/
    a basic part or component Water is an essential element for life.
  112. 112
    balloonn. /bəˈluːn/
    a flexible bag filled with air The children played with colorful balloons.
  113. 113
    broadcastn. /ˈbrɔːdkæst/
    to transmit a program or signal They will broadcast the game live tonight.
  114. 114
    sprayv. /spreɪ/
    to scatter liquid in fine droplets He decided to spray the plants with water.
  115. 115
    ninjan. /ˈnɪndʒə/
    a skilled fighter or assassin He dressed up as a ninja for Halloween.
  116. 116
    eternityn. /ɪˈtɜːrnɪti/
    infinite or unending time Waiting felt like an eternity to her.
  117. 117
    handyadj. /ˈhændi/
    convenient to use or reach This tool is really handy for quick repairs.
  118. 118
    crawlv. /krɔːl/
    move on hands and knees The baby started to crawl across the floor.
  119. 119
    nationsn. /ˈneɪʃənz/
    countries or groups of people Many nations are working together for peace.
  120. 120
    slicen. /slaɪs/
    a thin piece cut from something I had a slice of cake for dessert.
  121. 121
    behaviourn. /bɪˈheɪvjər/
    the way someone acts Her behaviour at the party was very friendly.
  122. 122
    pacen. /peɪs/
    speed of movement or progress He set a fast pace during the race.
  123. 123
    stiffadj. /stɪf/
    not flexible or rigid The fabric feels stiff and uncomfortable.
  124. 124
    lickv. /lɪk/
    to pass the tongue over something The dog likes to lick my hand.
  125. 125
    concreteadj. /ˈkɒnkriːt/
    solid material made from cement and aggregates The building is made of concrete and steel.
  126. 126
    vegetablesn. /ˈvɛʤtəblz/
    edible plants or parts of plants I eat vegetables every day for health.
  127. 127
    eurosn. /ˈjʊərəʊz/
    currency used in many European countries
  128. 128
    sausagen. /ˈsɔːsɪʤ/
    a type of meat product in a casing I had a sausage for breakfast this morning.
  129. 129
    constablen. /ˈkɒnstəbl/
    a police officer of lower rank
  130. 130
    spinningv. /ˈspɪnɪŋ/
    turning around rapidly The child is spinning in circles happily.
  131. 131
    rollsn. /rəʊlz/
    small, round pieces of bread We served rolls with the soup at dinner.
  132. 132
    geneticadj. /ʤəˈnɛtɪk/
    related to genes or heredity Genetic research is advancing rapidly today.
  133. 133
    loudlyadv. /ˈlaʊdli/
    in a way that produces a lot of noise She laughed loudly at the funny joke.
  134. 134
    old-fashionedadj. /ˌəʊldˈfæʃənd/
    outdated or not in style anymore He prefers old-fashioned clothes and music.
  135. 135
    marvelousadj. /ˈmɑːvələs/
    causing great wonder or admiration The view from the mountain was simply marvelous.
  136. 136
    subwayn. /ˈsʌbweɪ/
    an underground train system I took the subway to work this morning.
  137. 137
    creepv. /kriːp/
    to move slowly and quietly He tried to creep up on his friend.
  138. 138
    schemen. /skiːm/
    a plan or arrangement They developed a scheme to improve sales.
  139. 139
    performedv. /pərˈfɔːrmd/
    carried out a task or action She performed beautifully in the concert.
  140. 140
    plugn. /plʌɡ/
    a device for connecting electrical equipment I need to find a plug for my charger.
  141. 141
    rejectedadj. /rɪˈʤɛktɪd/
    not accepted or approved His proposal was rejected by the committee.
  142. 142
    respectedadj. /rɪˈspɛktɪd/
    held in high regard or esteem She is a respected leader in the community.
  143. 143
    backsn. /bæks/
    the rear part of something She leaned against the backs of the chairs.
  144. 144
    protocoln. /ˈproʊtəˌkɒl/
    a system of rules for communication We need to follow the protocol for meetings.
  145. 145
    musclesn. /ˈmʌslz/
    tissues that produce movement in the body He exercises to strengthen his muscles.
  146. 146
    kidneyn. /ˈkɪdni/
    an organ that filters blood The kidney helps remove waste from the body.
  147. 147
    finishingv. /ˈfɪnɪʃɪŋ/
    completing or concluding something She is finishing her homework right now.
  148. 148
    productsn. /ˈprɒdəkts/
    items made for sale or use The store sells a variety of products.
  149. 149
    affectionn. /əˈfɛkʃən/
    a gentle feeling of fondness She showed her affection with a hug.
  150. 150
    invasionn. /ɪnˈveɪʒən/
    an unwelcome intrusion into a place The invasion disrupted the peaceful community.
  151. 151
    endlessadj. /ˈɛndləs/
    having no end or limit The possibilities for adventure seem endless.
  152. 152
    woodyadj. /ˈwʊdi/
    covered with or resembling wood The garden has many woody plants and trees.
  153. 153
    disciplinen. /ˈdɪsɪplɪn/
    training to improve skills or behavior She showed great discipline in her studies.
  154. 154
    hornsn. /hɔːrnz/
    hard, pointed projections on an animal's head The goat has impressive curved horns.
  155. 155
    absencen. /ˈæbsəns/
    the state of being away or not present Her absence was felt during the meeting.
  156. 156
    wakingv. /ˈweɪkɪŋ/
    the act of becoming awake Waking early gives me more time to relax.
  157. 157
    dudesn. /dudz/
    informal term for men or friends The dudes are planning a weekend trip.
  158. 158
    philosophyn. /fɪˈlɒsəfi/
    the study of fundamental nature and existence Her philosophy on life is very inspiring.
  159. 159
    crackedadj. /krækt/
    broken or damaged with lines The cracked screen needs to be replaced.
  160. 160
    reedn. /riːd/
    tall, slender plant growing in water The bird perched on a tall reed.
  161. 161
    verdictn. /ˈvɜːrdɪkt/
    decision made by a jury or judge The jury reached a unanimous verdict today.
  162. 162
    draken. /dreɪk/
    male duck
  163. 163
    connectionsn. /kəˈnɛkʃənz/
    relationships or links between people She has many connections in the industry.
  164. 164
    privilegen. /ˈprɪvɪlɪʤ/
    special right or advantage Education is a privilege not everyone has.
  165. 165
    anyhowadv. /ˈɛnihaʊ/
    in any case; anyway I’ll go to the party anyhow.
  166. 166
    scentn. /sɛnt/
    distinctive smell or fragrance The scent of flowers filled the air.
  167. 167
    naiveadj. /naɪˈiːv/
    lacking experience or sophistication His naive questions surprised the adults.
  168. 168
    daylightn. /ˈdeɪlaɪt/
    natural light from the sun We could see daylight through the window.
  169. 169
    airplanen. /ˈɛərpleɪn/
    vehicle designed for air travel The airplane took off smoothly from the runway.
  170. 170
    controlsn. /kənˈtroʊlz/
    mechanisms for directing or managing something The controls on the machine are easy to use.
  171. 171
    jollyadj. /ˈdʒɒli/
    happy and cheerful She had a jolly laugh that brightened the room.
  172. 172
    valuesn. /ˈvæljuːz/
    principles or standards of behavior They share similar values about family and friendship.
  173. 173
    sworev. /swɔːr/
    past tense of swear; made a solemn promise He swore to tell the truth in court.
  174. 174
    blaringadj. /ˈblɛərɪŋ/
    making a loud, harsh sound The blaring sirens woke everyone up.
  175. 175
    consentn. /kənˈsɛnt/
    permission for something to happen She gave her consent for the procedure.
  176. 176
    puzzlen. /ˈpʌzl/
    a game or problem requiring thought He enjoyed solving the crossword puzzle.
  177. 177
    disagreev. /dɪsəˈgriː/
    to have a different opinion They often disagree about politics and policies.
  178. 178
    windsn. /wɪndz/
    moving air, often in currents The winds picked up as the storm approached.
  179. 179
    vanishedv. /ˈvænɪʃt/
    disappeared suddenly and completely The magician made the rabbit vanish in seconds.
  180. 180
    wizardn. /ˈwɪzərd/
    a person with magical powers He dressed up as a wizard for Halloween.
  181. 181
    rangern. /ˈreɪndʒər/
    a person who protects parks or forests The ranger guided us through the national park.
  182. 182
    celebrityn. /sɪˈlɛbrɪti/
    a famous person, especially in entertainment She met a celebrity at the movie premiere.
  183. 183
    snifflesn. /ˈsnɪflz/
    a slight cold causing a runny nose I have the sniffles from this cold weather.
  184. 184
    storesn. /stɔːrz/
    places where goods are sold I bought groceries at the nearby stores.
  185. 185
    ahainterj. /ɑːˈhɑː/
    an expression of realization or discovery
  186. 186
    intentionsn. /ɪnˈtɛnʃənz/
    plans or aims for future actions She explained her intentions for the project.
  187. 187
    farmersn. /ˈfɑːrmərz/
    people who grow crops or raise animals Farmers work hard to produce our food.
  188. 188
    plaguen. /pleɪg/
    a widespread disease causing many deaths The plague affected many communities in history.
  189. 189
    breezen. /briːz/
    a light wind The breeze felt refreshing on a hot day.
  190. 190
    rascaln. /ˈræskəl/
    a mischievous or cheeky person That little rascal always gets into trouble.
  191. 191
    bonusn. /ˈboʊnəs/
    an extra payment or reward She received a bonus for her hard work.
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    convenientadj. /kənˈviːniənt/
    easy to use or access This location is convenient for shopping.
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    hushinterj. /hʌʃ/
    used to request silence Hush, the baby is sleeping.
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    entitledadj. /ɪnˈtaɪtld/
    having a right to something She felt entitled to her own opinion.
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    instinctn. /ˈɪnstɪŋkt/
    an innate, automatic response His instinct told him to run away.
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    portern. /ˈpɔːrtər/
    a person who carries luggage The porter helped us with our bags.
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    wristn. /rɪst/
    joint connecting hand to arm She wore a bracelet on her wrist.
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    coinsn. /kɔɪnz/
    small, flat pieces of metal money He collected coins from different countries.
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    originallyadv. /əˈrɪdʒənəli/
    at first; in the beginning I originally planned to go alone.
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    drainv. /dreɪn/
    remove liquid from something Please drain the pasta before serving.
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    furiousadj. /ˈfjʊəriəs/
    extremely angry She was furious about the unfair treatment.
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    physicsn. /ˈfɪzɪks/
    the study of matter and energy He loves studying physics in school.
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    sniffsv. /snɪfs/
    inhales through the nose audibly The dog sniffs around the garden.
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    vampiresn. /ˈvæmpaɪərz/
    mythical creatures that drink blood Vampires are popular in horror stories.
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    defendingv. /dɪˈfɛndɪŋ/
    protecting or supporting someone She is defending her friend in court.
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    sectorn. /ˈsɛktər/
    a distinct part of a larger system The tech sector is growing rapidly.
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    incomen. /ˈɪnkʌm/
    money received for work or investments Her income allows for a comfortable lifestyle.
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    offendedadj. /əˈfɛndɪd/
    feeling hurt or insulted He was offended by the rude comment.
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    decidesv. /dɪˈsaɪdz/
    makes a choice or judgment She decides what to wear each day.
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    lasern. /ˈleɪzər/
    a device that emits focused light The laser cut through the metal easily.
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    fledv. /flɛd/
    ran away from danger or trouble They fled the scene of the accident.
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    accurateadj. /ˈækjərət/
    correct and precise The report provides accurate information.
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    beersn. /bɪərz/
    alcoholic beverages made from fermented grains We enjoyed a few beers at the bar.
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    boxingn. /ˈbɒksɪŋ/
    the sport of fighting with gloves He trains hard for boxing matches.
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    snakesn. /sneɪks/
    legless reptiles with elongated bodies We saw several snakes on our hike.
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    thumbn. /θʌm/
    short, thick digit on the hand She gave a thumbs up to show approval.
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    baldadj. /bɔːld/
    having no hair on the scalp He started going bald in his twenties.
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    suspicionn. /səˈspɪʃən/
    a feeling of doubt or mistrust Her suspicion grew after hearing the news.
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    convictedadj. /kənˈvɪktɪd/
    found guilty of a crime He was convicted of theft last year.
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    rootsn. /ruːts/
    the underground parts of a plant The tree's roots spread wide and deep.
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    sharesn. /ʃɛərz/
    units of ownership in a company She bought shares in a tech startup.
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    bluesn. /bluːz/
    a genre of music expressing sadness She loves listening to blues music at night.
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    confusingadj. /kənˈfjuzɪŋ/
    difficult to understand or follow The instructions were really confusing to me.
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    lobbyn. /ˈlɒbi/
    an entrance hall or waiting area We waited in the lobby for our appointment.
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    recipen. /ˈrɛsɪpi/
    a set of instructions for cooking I found a great recipe for chocolate cake.
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    generallyadv. /ˈdʒɛnərəli/
    in most cases; usually I generally prefer tea over coffee.
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    secretlyadv. /ˈsiːkrətli/
    in a hidden or concealed manner She secretly planned a surprise party for him.
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    seekingv. /ˈsiːkɪŋ/
    looking for or trying to find They are seeking new opportunities in the city.
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    declarev. /dɪˈklɛər/
    to announce or make known formally He will declare his candidacy next week.
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    freakedv. /friːkt/
    to become very upset or scared She freaked out when she saw the spider.
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    missilen. /ˈmɪsaɪl/
    a weapon that is launched to hit a target
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    ensurev. /ɪnˈʃʊər/
    to make certain that something happens Please ensure the door is locked at night.
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    trickyadj. /ˈtrɪki/
    difficult to deal with or handle That was a tricky question to answer.
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    pointedadj. /ˈpɔɪntɪd/
    having a sharp or tapered end He used a pointed pencil to draw.
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    bubblen. /ˈbʌbl/
    a thin sphere of liquid filled with air The kids watched the bubble float away.
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    contactsn. /ˈkɒntækts/
    people you know or communicate with I have many contacts in the industry.
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    maximumadj. /ˈmæksɪməm/
    the greatest amount possible The maximum speed limit is 60 mph.
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    remindedv. /rɪˈmaɪndɪd/
    made someone remember something She reminded me about the meeting tomorrow.
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    carriagen. /ˈkærɪʤ/
    a vehicle for transporting people The train's carriage was very comfortable.
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    curtainn. /ˈkɜːrtən/
    a piece of cloth that covers a window I closed the curtain to block the light.
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    cluesn. /kluːz/
    hints that help solve a problem The detective found several clues at the scene.
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    authorn. /ˈɔːθər/
    a person who writes books or articles She is the author of several bestsellers.
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    circlesn. /ˈsɜːrkəlz/
    round shapes or groups of people They travel in circles discussing their plans.
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    hostagesn. /ˈhoʊstɪʤɪz/
    people held against their will The hostages were released after negotiations.
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    receivingv. /rɪˈsiːvɪŋ/
    getting something that is given I am receiving a package today.
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    debtsn. /dɛts/
    money owed to someone He has several debts to pay off.
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    cellarn. /ˈsɛlər/
    a room below ground level We store wine in the cellar.
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    torturedadj. /ˈtɔːrtʃərd/
    subjected to severe pain The tortured cries echoed through the night.
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    tipsn. /tɪps/
    small pieces of advice She gave me some useful cooking tips.
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    matesn. /meɪts/
    friends or companions I met my mates at the pub.
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    mortaladj. /ˈmɔːrtəl/
    subject to death; human Every mortal must face their fate.
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    reportersn. /rɪˈpɔːrtərz/
    people who write news stories The reporters covered the event extensively.
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    associatev. /əˈsoʊsieɪt/
    to connect or link with something I often associate summer with vacations.
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    honestyn. /ˈɒnɪsti/
    truthfulness and integrity Honesty is the best policy in life.
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    laptopn. /ˈlæptɒp/
    a portable computer I use my laptop for work and entertainment.
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    rainbown. /ˈreɪnboʊ/
    a spectrum of colors in the sky After the rain, a beautiful rainbow appeared.
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    seedn. /siːd/
    a small, hard part of a plant I planted a seed in the garden today.
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    matureadj. /məˈtʃʊər/
    fully developed or grown He is a mature adult with wise opinions.
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    deedn. /diːd/
    an action or act, especially legal She signed the deed to transfer ownership.
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    expensesn. /ɪkˈspɛnsɪz/
    costs incurred for goods or services We need to track our monthly expenses carefully.
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    discussingv. /dɪˈskʌsɪŋ/
    talking about a topic They are discussing plans for the weekend.
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    mealsn. /miːlz/
    food eaten at regular times We enjoyed three meals together each day.
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    piraten. /ˈpaɪrət/
    a person who robs at sea The pirate sailed the ocean in search of treasure.
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    performingv. /pərˈfɔːrmɪŋ/
    acting or presenting in front of an audience She is performing in the school play tonight.
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    remainedv. /rɪˈmeɪnd/
    stayed in the same place or condition He remained calm during the storm.
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    prostituten. /ˈprɒstɪˌtjuːt/
    a person who engages in sex for money The city has laws regarding prostitution.
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    retirementn. /rɪˈtaɪərmənt/
    the period after leaving work She looks forward to her retirement next year.
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    platformn. /ˈplætfɔːrm/
    a raised surface for people or things The train arrived at the platform on time.
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    bedsn. /bɛdz/
    pieces of furniture for sleeping I bought new beds for the guest room.
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    illusionn. /ɪˈluːʒən/
    a false idea or belief The magician created an amazing illusion on stage.
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    writesv. /raɪts/
    produces text or letters She writes in her journal every night.
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    dealtv. /dɛlt/
    managed or handled a situation He dealt with the problem quickly and efficiently.
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    milln. /mɪl/
    a building for processing materials The old mill is now a museum.
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    hearsv. /hɪərz/
    perceives sound with the ears She hears the music from across the street.
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    tryinv. /ˈtraɪɪn/
    attempting or making an effort I'm tryin to finish my homework on time.
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    molen. /moʊl/
    a small burrowing mammal We spotted a mole in the garden yesterday.
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    prosecutionn. /prɒsɪˈkjuːʃən/
    the act of bringing a legal case The prosecution presented strong evidence in court.
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    rangv. /ræŋ/
    made a sound, like a bell The phone rang loudly in the quiet room.
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    fataladj. /ˈfeɪtl/
    causing death or serious harm The accident had fatal consequences for the driver.
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    coppern. /ˈkɒpər/
    a reddish-brown metal The pipes are made of copper for durability.
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    troubledadj. /ˈtrʌbəld/
    experiencing problems or distress She had a troubled expression on her face.
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    heirn. /ɛər/
    a person entitled to inherit
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    tracesn. /treɪsɪz/
    small signs or evidence of something We found traces of the animal in the snow.
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    lengthn. /lɛŋθ/
    the measurement of something from end to end The length of the table is six feet.
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    ownersn. /ˈoʊnərz/
    people who possess something The owners of the restaurant are very friendly.
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    dentistn. /ˈdɛntɪst/
    a doctor for teeth and gums I have an appointment with my dentist tomorrow.
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    enterprisen. /ˈɛntərˌpraɪz/
    a project or business venture Starting a new enterprise can be challenging.
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    lesbiann. /ˈlɛzbɪən/
    a woman attracted to other women She identifies as a lesbian and is proud.
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    tournamentn. /ˈtʊrnəmənt/
    a series of contests or games The tournament will be held next weekend.
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    travellingv. /ˈtrævəlɪŋ/
    going from one place to another I love travelling to new countries each year.
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    confessedv. /kənˈfɛst/
    admitted to something wrong or secret He confessed to breaking the vase yesterday.
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    roastv. /roʊst/
    to cook food in an oven or over fire We will roast the chicken for dinner tonight.
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    websiten. /ˈwɛbˌsaɪt/
    a location on the internet I found the information on their website.
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    floodn. /flʌd/
    an overflow of water in an area The flood caused significant damage to homes.
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    harborn. /ˈhɑːrbər/
    a place where ships dock The boat found safety in the harbor.
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    mansionn. /ˈmænʃən/
    a large, impressive house They live in a beautiful old mansion.
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    auctionn. /ˈɔːkʃən/
    a public sale to the highest bidder She bought the painting at the auction.
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    desiresn. /dɪˈzaɪərz/
    strong feelings of wanting something His desires often lead him to travel.
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    bachelorn. /ˈbætʃələr/
    an unmarried man He is still a bachelor at thirty.
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    hauntedadj. /ˈhɔːntɪd/
    visited by ghosts or spirits The old house is said to be haunted.
    301. 300 / 1,000
  301. 301
    distractedadj. /dɪˈstræktɪd/
    unable to concentrate or focus She felt distracted during the important meeting.
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    smashedadj. /smæʃt/
    very drunk or broken into pieces He was completely smashed after the party.
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    scheduledadj. /ˈskɛdʒuːld/
    planned for a specific time The meeting is scheduled for next Tuesday.
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    allowsv. /əˈlaʊz/
    lets someone do something The school allows students to use laptops.
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    champn. /tʃæmp/
    a champion or winner He is the reigning champ of the tournament.
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    negotiatev. /nɪˈgoʊʃieɪt/
    discuss to reach an agreement They need to negotiate a better deal.
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    shotgunn. /ˈʃɒtɡʌn/
    a type of firearm or front seat He called shotgun for the car ride.
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    cocktailn. /ˈkɒkteɪl/
    a mixed alcoholic drink She ordered a refreshing cocktail at the bar.
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    donkeyn. /ˈdɒŋki/
    a domesticated animal used for work The donkey carried heavy loads up the hill.
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    pointingv. /ˈpɔɪntɪŋ/
    indicating a direction with a finger She is pointing at the beautiful painting.
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    butlern. /ˈbʌtlər/
    a servant in charge of dining and service The butler served dinner to the guests elegantly.
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    dizzyadj. /ˈdɪzi/
    feeling lightheaded or unsteady I felt dizzy after spinning around too much.
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    methodsn. /ˈmɛθədz/
    ways of doing something They used different methods to solve the problem.
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    referencen. /ˈrɛfərəns/
    a mention of something for information Please include a reference for your sources.
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    bullyn. /ˈbʊli/
    a person who intimidates others He was a bully in school, picking on others.
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    collapsev. /kəˈlæps/
    to fall down suddenly The building might collapse during the earthquake.
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    minimumadj. /ˈmɪnɪməm/
    the least amount possible You need a minimum of five participants.
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    chairsn. /tʃɛərz/
    seats with backs and four legs We need more chairs for the meeting.
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    heeinterj. /hiː/
    an expression of laughter She laughed, saying, 'Hee, that's funny!'
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    pattyn. /ˈpæti/
    a small flat cake of food I ordered a burger with a beef patty.
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    owesv. /oʊz/
    has a debt to pay He owes me twenty dollars from last week.
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    civilizationn. /ˌsɪvələˈzeɪʃən/
    an advanced stage of human society Ancient Egypt was a remarkable civilization.
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    includedadj. /ɪnˈkluːdɪd/
    contained as part of a whole The price included all taxes and fees.
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    pricesn. /praɪsɪz/
    amounts of money for goods or services The prices of groceries have increased lately.
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    wealthyadj. /ˈwɛlθi/
    having a lot of money or possessions She comes from a wealthy family in the city.
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    depressionn. /dɪˈprɛʃən/
    a period of economic decline The country faced a severe depression in the 1930s.
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    tiden. /taɪd/
    the rise and fall of sea levels The tide comes in every evening at the beach.
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    rentedadj. /ˈrɛntɪd/
    leased or borrowed for use They rented a house for the summer vacation.
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    bran. /brɑː/
    a garment worn to support breasts She bought a new bra for the occasion.
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    fellowsn. /ˈfɛloʊz/
    people who share a common interest The fellows at the conference exchanged ideas.
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    passwordn. /ˈpæswɜːrd/
    a secret word for access Don't forget your password for the online account.
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    rotv. /rɒt/
    to decay or decompose The fruit began to rot in the bowl.
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    spillv. /spɪl/
    to accidentally pour out liquid Be careful not to spill your drink.
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    curedadj. /kjʊrd/
    preserved or treated to prevent decay The cured meat tasted delicious in the sandwich.
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    hardestadj. /ˈhɑrdɪst/
    most difficult or tough This is the hardest puzzle I've ever solved.
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    deceasedadj. /dɪˈsiːst/
    no longer living; dead The deceased was honored at the memorial service.
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    sleepyadj. /ˈsliːpi/
    feeling tired or drowsy I'm too sleepy to watch another movie.
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    staticadj. /ˈstætɪk/
    not moving or changing The static electricity made my hair stand up.
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    almightyadj. /ɔːlˈmaɪti/
    having complete power or authority They prayed to the almighty for guidance.
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    offersn. /ˈɒfərz/
    proposals or suggestions for something The store has great offers this weekend.
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    disgracen. /dɪsˈɡreɪs/
    loss of reputation or respect He felt a deep disgrace after the scandal.
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    phrasen. /freɪz/
    a small group of words She used a catchy phrase in her speech.
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    sourcesn. /ˈsɔːrsɪz/
    places or people providing information The article cited several reliable sources.
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    approvaln. /əˈpruːvəl/
    agreement or acceptance of something She received approval for her project proposal.
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    turtlesn. /ˈtɜːrtlz/
    reptiles with a shell The turtles swam gracefully in the water.
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    screechn. /skriːtʃ/
    a loud, high-pitched sound The car made a screech as it stopped suddenly.
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    snackn. /snæk/
    a small amount of food eaten between meals I grabbed a snack before heading to the meeting.
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    collectedadj. /kəˈlɛktɪd/
    calm and composed She remained collected during the stressful situation.
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    dingn. /dɪŋ/
    a light ringing sound I heard a ding when the timer went off.
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    furn. /fɜːr/
    the soft hair of an animal The cat's fur was soft and fluffy.
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    jewelsn. /ˈdʒuːəlz/
    precious stones or gems She wore beautiful jewels at the party.
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    cheekn. /tʃiːk/
    the side of the face He kissed her on the cheek gently.
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    ditchn. /dɪtʃ/
    a long, narrow excavation The car got stuck in the muddy ditch.
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    legallyadv. /ˈliːɡəli/
    in a way that is allowed by law You must be legally responsible for your actions.
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    benefitsn. /ˈbɛnɪfɪts/
    advantages or positive effects The job offers great health benefits and vacation time.
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    roarsn. /rɔːrz/
    loud, deep sounds made by animals The lion's roars echoed through the jungle.
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    dimen. /ˈdaɪm/
    a ten-cent coin in the US I found a dime on the sidewalk today.
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    domesticadj. /dəˈmɛstɪk/
    related to home or family life She prefers domestic travel over international trips.
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    chucklev. /ˈtʃʌkəl/
    to laugh quietly or softly He couldn't help but chuckle at the joke.
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    hackv. /hæk/
    to cut or break into something He learned how to hack into the computer system.
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    ransomn. /ˈrænsəm/
    money demanded for someone's release The kidnappers asked for a large ransom.
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    borev. /bɔːr/
    to make someone uninterested or tired The lecture began to bore the entire class.
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    loadsn. /loʊdz/
    a large number or amount I have loads of work to finish today.
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    waitressn. /ˈweɪtrəs/
    a woman who serves food in a restaurant The waitress took our order quickly.
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    nursesn. /ˈnɜːrsɪz/
    healthcare professionals who care for patients The nurses worked tirelessly during the night.
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    spiten. /spaɪt/
    a desire to hurt or annoy someone She did it out of spite, not love.
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    clearingn. /ˈklɪərɪŋ/
    an open space in a forest They found a clearing to set up camp.
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    rebeln. /ˈrɛbəl/
    a person who resists authority or control He was a rebel against the strict rules.
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    fortunateadj. /ˈfɔːrtʃənət/
    having good luck or favorable circumstances I feel fortunate to have such supportive friends.
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    survivorsn. /sərˈvaɪvərz/
    people who remain alive after an event The survivors shared their stories of resilience.
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    disappointv. /ˌdɪsəˈpɔɪnt/
    to fail to meet someone's expectations I didn't mean to disappoint you with my choice.
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    replyv. /rɪˈplaɪ/
    to respond to a question or statement Please reply to my email when you can.
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    exposev. /ɪkˈspoʊz/
    to make something visible or known The documentary aims to expose hidden truths.
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    orbitn. /ˈɔːrbɪt/
    the curved path of an object around another The satellite will orbit the Earth every hour.
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    ginn. /dʒɪn/
    a type of alcoholic drink made from juniper She ordered a gin and tonic at the bar.
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    toen. /toʊ/
    one of the digits on a foot I stubbed my toe on the furniture.
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    sympathyn. /ˈsɪmpəθi/
    feelings of pity or compassion for others She expressed her sympathy for the victims.
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    inteln. /ˈɪntɛl/
    information, especially about an enemy The team gathered intel on the competition.
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    growthn. /ɡroʊθ/
    increase in size or development The company reported significant growth this year.
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    psychiatristn. /saɪˈkaɪətrɪst/
    a doctor specializing in mental health She visits her psychiatrist every month.
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    encounterv. /ɪnˈkaʊntər/
    to meet or come across unexpectedly I hope to encounter her at the event.
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    slamsv. /slæmz/
    to shut forcefully or loudly He slams the door when he's angry.
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    passengern. /ˈpæsɪndʒər/
    a person traveling in a vehicle The passenger requested a window seat.
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    monkeysn. /ˈmʌŋkiz/
    small primates, often playful and social The zoo has several monkeys in the exhibit.
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    accompanyv. /əˈkʌmpəni/
    to go along with someone or something I will accompany you to the meeting.
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    hatsn. /hæts/
    Head coverings worn for various purposes. She has a collection of stylish hats.
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    columnn. /ˈkɒləm/
    A vertical structure or section in writing. The newspaper features a weekly opinion column.
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    sighn. /saɪ/
    A long, deep breath expressing emotion. He let out a sigh of relief.
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    poundingn. /ˈpaʊndɪŋ/
    A strong, rhythmic beating or thumping. I heard a pounding noise outside.
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    economicadj. /ˌiːkəˈnɒmɪk/
    Related to the economy or financial matters. The country is facing serious economic challenges.
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    talesn. /teɪlz/
    Stories, often imaginative or fictional. She loves reading fairy tales to children.
  392. 392
    theirspron. /ðɛərz/
    Belonging to them.
  393. 393
    bratn. /bræt/
    A rude or spoiled child. That kid is such a brat sometimes.
  394. 394
    followsv. /ˈfɒloʊz/
    To come after or go behind. She always follows the latest fashion trends.
  395. 395
    spreadingv. /ˈsprɛdɪŋ/
    Extending or distributing over a wide area. The fire is spreading quickly through the forest.
  396. 396
    sister-in-lawn. /ˈsɪstər ɪn lɔː/
    the sister of one's spouse My sister-in-law is coming over for dinner.
  397. 397
    hilariousadj. /hɪˈlɛriəs/
    extremely funny or amusing That movie was absolutely hilarious and entertaining.
  398. 398
    hallwayn. /ˈhɔːlweɪ/
    a long passage in a building She walked down the hallway to her room.
  399. 399
    exclusiveadj. /ɪkˈskluːsɪv/
    limited to a select group They have an exclusive membership for premium users.
  400. 400
    chimesn. /tʃaɪmz/
    bells or sounds made by bells The chimes rang beautifully at noon.
    401. 400 / 1,000
  401. 401
    decadesn. /ˈdɛkeɪdz/
    periods of ten years The city has changed a lot over decades.
  402. 402
    greetv. /ɡriːt/
    to welcome someone with words I always greet my neighbors with a smile.
  403. 403
    bowlingn. /ˈboʊlɪŋ/
    a game of rolling balls to knock down pins We went bowling for my birthday party.
  404. 404
    buttonsn. /ˈbʌtnz/
    small fasteners on clothing or objects She sewed new buttons on her coat.
  405. 405
    confusionn. /kənˈfjuːʒən/
    a state of being unclear or mixed up There was confusion about the meeting time.
  406. 406
    thudn. /θʌd/
    a dull sound made by a heavy object I heard a thud when the book fell.
  407. 407
    dreadfuladj. /ˈdrɛdfəl/
    very bad or unpleasant The weather was dreadful all weekend.
  408. 408
    ruiningv. /ˈruːɪnɪŋ/
    causing damage or destruction The rain is ruining our picnic plans.
  409. 409
    collectingv. /kəˈlɛktɪŋ/
    gathering items of interest or value He enjoys collecting stamps from different countries.
  410. 410
    lionsn. /ˈlaɪənz/
    large wild cats known for their strength The lions at the zoo were very active.
  411. 411
    fortynum. /ˈfɔːrti/
    the number after thirty-nine She turned forty last month.
  412. 412
    sleepsv. /sliːps/
    rests in a state of sleep He sleeps for eight hours each night.
  413. 413
    sungv. /sʌŋ/
    past tense of sing She has sung at many concerts.
  414. 414
    brassn. /bræs/
    a yellow metal made of copper and zinc The door handle is made of brass.
  415. 415
    shrinkv. /ʃrɪŋk/
    to become smaller in size The sweater will shrink if washed in hot water.
  416. 416
    whimpersv. /ˈwɪmpərz/
    makes soft, low cries The puppy whimpers when it's lonely.
  417. 417
    swornadj. /swɔːrn/
    bound by a solemn promise He is a sworn officer of the law.
  418. 418
    emailn. /ˈiːmeɪl/
    a digital message sent electronically I received an email from my friend today.
  419. 419
    provenadj. /ˈpruːvən/
    demonstrated to be true or valid Her methods have proven effective over time.
  420. 420
    tastyadj. /ˈteɪsti/
    having a pleasant flavor This pizza is really tasty and satisfying.
  421. 421
    coversn. /ˈkʌvərz/
    protective or decorative layers The sofa has new covers for the cushions.
  422. 422
    rarelyadv. /ˈrɛərli/
    not often; infrequently I rarely go out on weekdays anymore.
  423. 423
    sandwichesn. /ˈsændwɪtʃɪz/
    food items consisting of fillings between bread We packed sandwiches for our picnic today.
  424. 424
    programmen. /ˈproʊɡræm/
    a planned series of events or activities The programme for the conference looks exciting.
  425. 425
    contactedv. /ˈkɒntæktɪd/
    reached out to someone I contacted her about the meeting.
  426. 426
    chemistryn. /kəˈmɪstri/
    study of substances and reactions Chemistry is my favorite subject in school.
  427. 427
    assuredadj. /əˈʃʊrd/
    confident and certain She was assured of her success.
  428. 428
    appliedv. /əˈplaɪd/
    put into practice or use He applied for a new job yesterday.
  429. 429
    electedv. /ɪˈlɛktɪd/
    chosen by vote She was elected as the new president.
  430. 430
    subjectsn. /ˈsʌbdʒɪkts/
    topics or areas of study Math and science are my favorite subjects.
  431. 431
    lustn. /lʌst/
    intense desire or craving He felt a strong lust for adventure.
  432. 432
    labeln. /ˈleɪbəl/
    a tag or identifier Please read the label before using it.
  433. 433
    egon. /ˈiːɡoʊ/
    a person's sense of self-importance His ego was boosted by the compliment.
  434. 434
    tann. /tæn/
    a brown color from sun exposure She got a nice tan during vacation.
  435. 435
    forgivenadj. /fərˈɡɪvən/
    no longer feeling angry about something I have forgiven him for his mistake.
  436. 436
    companionn. /kəmˈpænjən/
    a person who accompanies or shares My dog is my loyal companion.
  437. 437
    lotteryn. /ˈlɒtəri/
    a game of chance for prizes He won a fortune in the lottery.
  438. 438
    publicityn. /pʌbˈlɪsɪti/
    attention given to someone or something The event received a lot of publicity.
  439. 439
    wormn. /wɜːrm/
    a small, soft-bodied invertebrate animal The bird caught a worm for breakfast.
  440. 440
    butterflyn. /ˈbʌtərflaɪ/
    a colorful flying insect A butterfly landed on the flower.
  441. 441
    dialoguen. /ˈdaɪəlɒɡ/
    a conversation between two or more people The film features a witty dialogue.
  442. 442
    caln. /kæl/
    a unit of heat energy The recipe requires 200 cal for baking.
  443. 443
    2ndnum. /ˈsɛkənd/
    the ordinal number after first She finished in 2nd place at the race.
  444. 444
    tremendousadj. /trɪˈmɛndəs/
    very large or great The concert was a tremendous success for everyone.
  445. 445
    pervertn. /pərˈvɜːrt/
    someone who behaves inappropriately He was labeled a pervert for his actions.
  446. 446
    establishv. /ɪˈstæblɪʃ/
    to set up or create something They plan to establish a new school next year.
  447. 447
    dearestadj. /ˈdɪərɪst/
    most loved or cherished She wrote a letter to her dearest friend.
  448. 448
    intimateadj. /ˈɪntɪmət/
    closely acquainted or personal They shared an intimate moment together at sunset.
  449. 449
    eageradj. /ˈiːɡər/
    enthusiastic and wanting to do something He was eager to start his new job.
  450. 450
    atlanticadj. /ətˈlæntɪk/
    related to the Atlantic Ocean The Atlantic coast is beautiful in summer.
  451. 451
    containsv. /kənˈteɪnz/
    holds or includes something within it The box contains all my old toys.
  452. 452
    betsn. /bɛts/
    wagers or predictions on outcomes He placed bets on the horse race.
  453. 453
    inhalesv. /ɪnˈheɪlz/
    breathes in air or smoke She inhales deeply before speaking.
  454. 454
    presentationn. /ˌprɛzənˈteɪʃən/
    a talk or display of information I have a presentation to give tomorrow.
  455. 455
    allergicadj. /əˈlɜːrdʒɪk/
    having an adverse reaction to something I'm allergic to peanuts and tree nuts.
  456. 456
    denn. /dɛn/
    a cozy or private room He spends time in his den reading.
  457. 457
    wellsn. /wɛlz/
    deep holes for water or oil The village has several old wells.
  458. 458
    spoiledadj. /ˈspɔɪld/
    damaged or made unfit for use The milk was spoiled and had to be discarded.
  459. 459
    accomplishedadj. /əˈkʌmplɪʃt/
    skilled or successful in a particular area She is an accomplished musician and songwriter.
  460. 460
    repayv. /rɪˈpeɪ/
    to pay back or return something I need to repay my friend for the loan.
  461. 461
    logicn. /ˈlɒdʒɪk/
    reasoning conducted according to strict principles He used logic to solve the complex problem.
  462. 462
    politiciansn. /pəˈlɪtɪʃənz/
    people involved in politics or government Politicians often make promises during campaigns.
  463. 463
    gratituden. /ˈɡrætɪtjuːd/
    a feeling of thankfulness or appreciation She expressed her gratitude for their support.
  464. 464
    exceptionn. /ɪkˈsɛpʃən/
    something that does not follow a rule There is always an exception to the rule.
  465. 465
    ultimatelyadv. /ˈʌltɪmətli/
    in the end; finally Ultimately, we decided to go with her plan.
  466. 466
    compromisen. /kəmˈpraɪz/
    an agreement made by each side They reached a compromise after long discussions.
  467. 467
    majorityn. /məˈdʒɒrɪti/
    more than half of a group The majority voted in favor of the proposal.
  468. 468
    journaln. /ˈdʒɜːrnəl/
    a daily record of events or thoughts She writes in her journal every night.
  469. 469
    signalsn. /ˈsɪɡnəlz/
    indications or signs of something The signals were clear during the meeting.
  470. 470
    bentadj. /bɛnt/
    curved or not straight The metal rod was bent at an angle.
  471. 471
    dockn. /dɒk/
    a structure for loading and unloading ships The boat is tied up at the dock.
  472. 472
    essentialadj. /ɪˈsɛnʃəl/
    absolutely necessary or very important Water is essential for all living things.
  473. 473
    climaten. /ˈklaɪmət/
    the typical weather conditions of a region The climate here is usually warm and dry.
  474. 474
    experimentsn. /ɪkˈspɛrɪmənts/
    tests to discover or prove something The scientists conducted several experiments last week.
  475. 475
    inkn. /ɪŋk/
    a colored liquid used for writing She spilled ink all over the table.
  476. 476
    administrationn. /ədˌmɪnɪˈstreɪʃən/
    the management of an organization or government The administration announced new policies today.
  477. 477
    magazinesn. /ˈmæɡəziːnz/
    periodical publications with articles and images She reads several magazines each month.
  478. 478
    riversn. /ˈrɪvərz/
    large natural streams of water The rivers in this area are beautiful.
  479. 479
    passionateadj. /ˈpæʃənət/
    having strong feelings or beliefs He is passionate about environmental issues.
  480. 480
    lawnn. /lɔːn/
    an area of grass in a yard The kids played on the lawn all afternoon.
  481. 481
    preciseadj. /prɪˈsaɪs/
    exact and accurate in detail She gave a precise answer to the question.
  482. 482
    jeansn. /dʒinz/
    denim trousers worn by people She wore her favorite jeans to the party.
  483. 483
    viaprep. /vaɪə/
    by way of; through We traveled to Paris via London.
  484. 484
    murmuringv. /ˈmɜːrmərɪŋ/
    soft, low sounds or voices I heard murmuring in the quiet room.
  485. 485
    resortn. /rɪˈzɔːrt/
    a place for relaxation or recreation They spent the weekend at a beach resort.
  486. 486
    announcedv. /əˈnaʊnst/
    made a public statement She announced her engagement to everyone.
  487. 487
    friesn. /fraɪz/
    thinly cut and fried potatoes I ordered a burger with fries on the side.
  488. 488
    capacityn. /kəˈpæsɪti/
    the maximum amount something can hold The stadium reached its full capacity quickly.
  489. 489
    opponentn. /əˈpoʊnənt/
    a person competing against another He faced a tough opponent in the match.
  490. 490
    chainsn. /tʃeɪnz/
    linked metal rings or loops The dog was secured with heavy chains.
  491. 491
    applesn. /ˈæpəlz/
    round fruit with red or green skin She bought a bag of fresh apples.
  492. 492
    minusprep. /ˈmaɪnəs/
    indicating subtraction or less than The temperature was minus ten degrees.
  493. 493
    awwinterj. /aʊ/
    expression of sympathy or affection Aww, that puppy is so cute!
  494. 494
    instrumentn. /ˈɪnstrəmənt/
    tool for making music or performing tasks He plays the guitar, a string instrument.
  495. 495
    healingn. /ˈhiːlɪŋ/
    process of becoming healthy again She focused on her healing after the injury.
  496. 496
    conventionn. /kənˈvɛnʃən/
    a large meeting for a specific purpose The convention attracted thousands of attendees.
  497. 497
    messengern. /ˈmɛsɪndʒər/
    a person who delivers messages The messenger arrived with important news.
  498. 498
    explorev. /ɪkˈsplɔːr/
    to travel through an area to learn about it We plan to explore the national park this weekend.
  499. 499
    versusprep. /ˈvɜːrsəs/
    against; in contrast to The game is Team A versus Team B.
  500. 500
    survivorn. /sərˈvaɪvər/
    a person who continues to live She is a cancer survivor and inspires others.
    501. 500 / 1,000
  501. 501
    ruledv. /ruːld/
    governed or controlled by someone The country was ruled by a strong leader.
  502. 502
    coughn. /kɔːf/
    a sudden expulsion of air from the lungs He has a persistent cough that won't go away.
  503. 503
    disguisen. /dɪsˈɡaɪz/
    a way to change appearance She wore a mask as a disguise.
  504. 504
    expertsn. /ˈɛkspɜrts/
    people with specialized knowledge The experts shared their findings at the conference.
  505. 505
    archern. /ˈɑːrtʃər/
    a person who shoots arrows The archer hit the bullseye every time.
  506. 506
    bicyclen. /ˈbaɪsɪkəl/
    a two-wheeled vehicle powered by pedaling I rode my bicycle to the park today.
  507. 507
    noisesn. /ˈnɔɪzɪz/
    sounds, often loud or disruptive The noises outside kept me awake all night.
  508. 508
    invitingadj. /ɪnˈvaɪtɪŋ/
    attractive or welcoming The warm fire created an inviting atmosphere.
  509. 509
    pregnancyn. /ˈprɛgnənsi/
    the condition of carrying a developing baby Her pregnancy was announced at the family gathering.
  510. 510
    declaredv. /dɪˈklɛrd/
    stated or announced officially He declared his intention to run for office.
  511. 511
    drumsn. /drʌmz/
    musical instruments played by beating He loves playing drums in the band.
  512. 512
    woodenadj. /ˈwʊdən/
    made of wood She bought a beautiful wooden table.
  513. 513
    innocencen. /ɪˈnɒsəns/
    lack of guilt or wrongdoing Her innocence was clear to everyone present.
  514. 514
    mouthsn. /maʊðz/
    openings for eating and speaking The children opened their mouths wide.
  515. 515
    beesn. /biːz/
    flying insects that produce honey Bees are essential for pollinating flowers.
  516. 516
    creakingn. /ˈkriːkɪŋ/
    a sound made by something moving slowly The old door was creaking as it opened.
  517. 517
    clothn. /klɒθ/
    fabric made from weaving threads She bought some soft cloth for sewing.
  518. 518
    unhinterj. /ʌn/
    expression of hesitation or uncertainty
  519. 519
    alliesn. /ˈælaɪz/
    friends or partners in a common cause They worked together as allies in the project.
  520. 520
    paintern. /ˈpeɪntər/
    a person who paints pictures The painter created a beautiful landscape.
  521. 521
    skiesn. /skaɪz/
    the expanse of air above the earth The skies were clear and blue today.
  522. 522
    pondn. /pɒnd/
    a small body of still water The children played by the pond all afternoon.
  523. 523
    runwayn. /ˈrʌnweɪ/
    a strip for aircraft takeoff and landing The plane taxied down the runway quickly.
  524. 524
    assistv. /əˈsɪst/
    to help someone with a task I will assist you with your project.
  525. 525
    presentedv. /prɪˈzɛntɪd/
    to have shown or given something She presented her findings at the conference.
  526. 526
    sicknessn. /ˈsɪknəs/
    a state of being ill She stayed home due to her sickness.
  527. 527
    civiliann. /sɪˈvɪliən/
    a person not in the military The civilian helped during the emergency.
  528. 528
    fightersn. /ˈfaɪtərz/
    people who engage in combat The fighters trained hard for the competition.
  529. 529
    customsn. /ˈkʌstəmz/
    the official process of inspecting goods We went through customs at the airport.
  530. 530
    remembersv. /rɪˈmɛmbərz/
    brings to mind or recalls He remembers his childhood fondly.
  531. 531
    sharksn. /ʃɑːrks/
    large predatory fish Sharks are often feared in the ocean.
  532. 532
    shrimpn. /ʃrɪmp/
    small marine crustaceans I ordered shrimp for dinner tonight.
  533. 533
    torev. /tɔːr/
    ripped or pulled apart forcefully She tore the paper into small pieces.
  534. 534
    seventhnum. /ˈsɛvənθ/
    the ordinal number after sixth He finished in seventh place in the race.
  535. 535
    avoidingv. /əˈvɔɪdɪŋ/
    staying away from something She is avoiding unhealthy foods this month.
  536. 536
    championshipn. /ˈtʃæmpiənʃɪp/
    a contest to determine a winner The team won the championship last year.
  537. 537
    rolledv. /roʊld/
    moved by turning over and over He rolled the ball down the hill.
  538. 538
    householdn. /ˈhaʊshoʊld/
    a group of people living together Our household includes three adults and two kids.
  539. 539
    floatv. /floʊt/
    to rest on the surface of a liquid The boat will float on the water.
  540. 540
    balletn. /ˈbæleɪ/
    a form of dance with precise movements She loves watching ballet performances.
  541. 541
    crackingn. /ˈkrækɪŋ/
    the act of breaking or splitting The cracking of the ice was alarming.
  542. 542
    possessedadj. /pəˈzɛst/
    having control by a strong emotion He seemed possessed by his anger.
  543. 543
    harmlessadj. /ˈhɑːrləs/
    not causing any injury or damage The snake is actually harmless to humans.
  544. 544
    curiosityn. /ˌkjʊəriˈɒsɪti/
    a strong desire to learn or know Her curiosity led her to explore.
  545. 545
    viciousadj. /ˈvɪʃəs/
    deliberately cruel or violent The dog had a vicious bark.
  546. 546
    gloven. /ɡlʌv/
    a covering for the hand with fingers He put on a warm glove before going out.
  547. 547
    officialsn. /əˈfɪʃəlz/
    people in positions of authority The officials announced the new regulations.
  548. 548
    nearestadj. /ˈnɪərɪst/
    closest in distance or time The nearest store is just down the street.
  549. 549
    beggedv. /bɛgd/
    asked earnestly or desperately She begged him to stay a little longer.
  550. 550
    withdrawv. /wɪðˈdrɔː/
    remove or take back something I need to withdraw some cash from the ATM.
  551. 551
    shockingadj. /ˈʃɒkɪŋ/
    causing surprise or dismay The news was shocking to everyone in town.
  552. 552
    guessedv. /ɡɛst/
    made an estimation or assumption I guessed the answer but was wrong.
  553. 553
    foreheadn. /ˈfɔːrɪˌhɛd/
    the part of the face above the eyes She wiped the sweat from her forehead.
  554. 554
    greedyadj. /ˈɡriːdi/
    having an excessive desire for more He was too greedy to share his food.
  555. 555
    nightmaresn. /ˈnaɪtˌmɛərz/
    bad dreams causing fear or anxiety She often has nightmares about falling.
  556. 556
    piratesn. /ˈpaɪrɪts/
    people who commit robbery at sea The pirates attacked the merchant ship last night.
  557. 557
    rudyadj. /ˈruːdi/
    having a reddish color or complexion She has a rudy glow after being outside.
  558. 558
    reservationn. /ˌrɛzərˈveɪʃən/
    an arrangement to secure accommodations I made a reservation for dinner at 7 PM.
  559. 559
    fogn. /fɒɡ/
    thick cloud of tiny water droplets The fog made it hard to see the road.
  560. 560
    huntersn. /ˈhʌntərz/
    people who pursue animals for sport The hunters returned with their catch at dusk.
  561. 561
    flun. /fluː/
    a common viral infection causing fever I caught the flu and stayed home sick.
  562. 562
    good-lookingadj. /ˌɡʊdˈlʊkɪŋ/
    attractive in appearance He is a good-looking actor in the movie.
  563. 563
    hintn. /hɪnt/
    a small piece of information or suggestion She gave me a hint about the surprise party.
  564. 564
    peanutn. /ˈpiːnʌt/
    a type of nut often used in snacks I love peanut butter on my toast.
  565. 565
    starkadj. /stɑːrk/
    severe or bare in appearance The landscape was stark and desolate.
  566. 566
    gamblev. /ˈɡæmbl/
    to take a risk for a reward He decided to gamble on the stock market.
  567. 567
    autumnn. /ˈɔːtəm/
    the season between summer and winter The leaves turn colorful in autumn.
  568. 568
    braceletn. /ˈbreɪslɪt/
    a piece of jewelry worn on the wrist She wore a beautiful silver bracelet.
  569. 569
    containv. /kənˈteɪn/
    to hold or include something The box can contain many small items.
  570. 570
    arrogantadj. /ˈærəɡənt/
    having an exaggerated sense of self-importance His arrogant attitude turned people away.
  571. 571
    knocksv. /nɒks/
    strikes a surface to make a sound She knocks on the door to enter.
  572. 572
    gesturen. /ˈdʒɛstʃər/
    a movement to express something She made a gesture to welcome him.
  573. 573
    spermn. /spɜːrm/
    male reproductive cell Sperm are necessary for fertilization to occur.
  574. 574
    materialsn. /məˈtɪəriəlz/
    substances used for making things We need more materials to finish the project.
  575. 575
    standardsn. /ˈstændərdz/
    accepted levels of quality or achievement The school maintains high academic standards.
  576. 576
    tickingv. /ˈtɪkɪŋ/
    making a regular sound like a clock I heard the ticking of the old clock.
  577. 577
    ribsn. /rɪbz/
    curved bones protecting the chest He has a bruise on his ribs from falling.
  578. 578
    receiptn. /rɪˈsiːt/
    a document confirming a purchase Please keep the receipt for your records.
  579. 579
    regardsn. /rɪˈɡɑːrdz/
    best wishes or greetings Please send my regards to your family.
  580. 580
    whatsoeveradv. /wɒtˈsoʊˌɛvər/
    at all; in any way I have no interest whatsoever in that topic.
  581. 581
    homelandn. /ˈhoʊmlænd/
    the country where one was born She returned to her homeland after many years.
  582. 582
    leapv. /liːp/
    to jump or spring a long distance He took a leap over the puddle.
  583. 583
    targetsn. /ˈtɑːrɡɪts/
    goals or objectives to achieve The team met all their sales targets this quarter.
  584. 584
    snoringv. /ˈsnɔːrɪŋ/
    breathing noisily while sleeping He kept everyone awake with his snoring.
  585. 585
    leafn. /liːf/
    a flat, green part of a plant The leaf fell gently to the ground.
  586. 586
    jarn. /dʒɑːr/
    a container, usually made of glass She stored cookies in a glass jar.
  587. 587
    proposedadj. /prəˈpoʊzd/
    suggested for consideration or approval They discussed the proposed changes to the plan.
  588. 588
    caringadj. /ˈkɛərɪŋ/
    showing kindness and concern for others She has a caring attitude towards her friends.
  589. 589
    savageadj. /ˈsævɪdʒ/
    fierce, violent, or uncontrolled The savage storm caused widespread damage.
  590. 590
    approximatelyadv. /əˈprɒksɪmətli/
    close to a particular amount or time The meeting starts at approximately three o'clock.
  591. 591
    ivyn. /ˈaɪvi/
    a climbing plant with green leaves The old house was covered in ivy.
  592. 592
    kidnapv. /ˈkɪdnæp/
    to take someone away illegally The movie plot involves a kidnap for ransom.
  593. 593
    bouncev. /baʊns/
    to spring back after hitting a surface The ball will bounce high on the pavement.
  594. 594
    carriesv. /ˈkæriz/
    to hold and transport something She carries her books in a backpack.
  595. 595
    creekn. /kriːk/
    a small stream or narrow river We walked along the creek in the park.
  596. 596
    cleanern. /ˈkliːnər/
    a person or thing that cleans She works as a cleaner in an office.
  597. 597
    ponyn. /ˈpoʊni/
    a small horse She rode her pony around the field.
  598. 598
    businessmann. /ˈbɪznɪsmən/
    a person engaged in business The businessman closed a big deal today.
  599. 599
    ha-hainterj. /ˈhɑː hɑː/
    an expression of laughter He laughed, saying, 'Ha-ha, that's funny!'
  600. 600
    lunaticn. /ˈluːnətɪk/
    a person who is mentally ill They thought he was a lunatic for his ideas.
    601. 600 / 1,000
  601. 601
    galn. /ɡæl/
    a girl or young woman That gal knows how to have fun.
  602. 602
    unlikelyadj. /ʌnˈlaɪkli/
    not expected to happen It's unlikely that it will rain today.
  603. 603
    colonyn. /ˈkɒləni/
    a territory controlled by another country The colony was established in the 17th century.
  604. 604
    situationsn. /ˌsɪtʃuˈeɪʃənz/
    sets of circumstances or conditions We often face challenging situations at work.
  605. 605
    sellsv. /sɛlz/
    to exchange goods for money She sells handmade jewelry online.
  606. 606
    chambersn. /ˈtʃeɪmbərz/
    rooms or spaces, often for specific purposes The lawyer met in his chambers to discuss.
  607. 607
    volumen. /ˈvɒljuːm/
    amount of space something occupies Turn up the volume on the radio.
  608. 608
    sweetsn. /swiːts/
    candies or sugary treats She loves to eat sweets after dinner.
  609. 609
    pantiesn. /ˈpæntiz/
    women's or girls' underwear She bought new panties for the trip.
  610. 610
    respectsv. /rɪˈspɛkts/
    shows consideration or honor He respects her opinion on the matter.
  611. 611
    readsv. /riːdz/
    interprets written text She reads a book every night before bed.
  612. 612
    seedsn. /siːdz/
    small, hard parts of plants He planted seeds in the garden yesterday.
  613. 613
    engagev. /ɪnˈɡeɪdʒ/
    participate or become involved They engage in community service every month.
  614. 614
    explosivesn. /ɪkˈsploʊsɪvz/
    substances that explode The police found explosives in the building.
  615. 615
    lightingn. /ˈlaɪtɪŋ/
    the arrangement of lights The lighting in this room is perfect.
  616. 616
    mutualadj. /ˈmjuːtʃuəl/
    shared by two or more parties They have a mutual respect for each other.
  617. 617
    violetadj. /ˈvaɪəlɪt/
    a color between blue and purple She wore a beautiful violet dress today.
  618. 618
    scoresn. /skɔːrz/
    numerical results of tests or games He received high scores on his exams.
  619. 619
    savingsn. /ˈseɪvɪŋz/
    money set aside for future use She used her savings to buy a car.
  620. 620
    bewarev. /bɪˈwɛər/
    be cautious or alert to danger Beware of the dog in the yard.
  621. 621
    educatedadj. /ˈɛdʒʊkeɪtɪd/
    having received formal education He is an educated person with a degree.
  622. 622
    complaintsn. /kəmˈpleɪnts/
    expressions of dissatisfaction The manager addressed the customer complaints promptly.
  623. 623
    doomedadj. /duːmd/
    certain to fail or die They felt doomed to repeat their mistakes.
  624. 624
    offensiveadj. /əˈfɛnsɪv/
    causing anger or hurt feelings His comments were highly offensive to many people.
  625. 625
    harvestn. /ˈhɑːrvɪst/
    the gathering of crops The farmers celebrated the successful harvest this year.
  626. 626
    qualifiedadj. /ˈkwɒlɪfaɪd/
    having the necessary skills or knowledge She is highly qualified for the job position.
  627. 627
    capen. /keɪp/
    a piece of clothing worn over the shoulders He wore a red cape for the costume party.
  628. 628
    relaxedadj. /rɪˈlækst/
    free from tension or anxiety She felt relaxed after a long day at work.
  629. 629
    buffalon. /ˈbʌfəloʊ/
    a large wild animal, often found in herds The buffalo roamed freely across the plains.
  630. 630
    tripleadj. /ˈtrɪpəl/
    three times as much or as many The price has tripled since last year.
  631. 631
    armorn. /ˈɑːrmər/
    protective covering for soldiers or vehicles The knight's armor was heavy but protective.
  632. 632
    fireworksn. /ˈfaɪərwɜːrks/
    explosive devices for entertainment We watched the fireworks light up the sky.
  633. 633
    povertyn. /ˈpɒvərti/
    the state of being extremely poor Many people struggle with poverty every day.
  634. 634
    leadershipn. /ˈliːdərʃɪp/
    the action of leading a group Good leadership inspires others to follow.
  635. 635
    rodev. /roʊd/
    to have traveled on an animal or vehicle She rode her bike to the park yesterday.
  636. 636
    ambitionn. /æmˈbɪʃən/
    a strong desire to achieve something His ambition drove him to work harder.
  637. 637
    cakesn. /keɪks/
    sweet baked desserts, often round She baked two cakes for the party.
  638. 638
    beann. /biːn/
    a seed used for food or planting I added a bean to the soup for flavor.
  639. 639
    meltv. /mɛlt/
    to change from solid to liquid The ice will melt in the sun.
  640. 640
    trousersn. /ˈtraʊzərz/
    an outer garment for the legs He wore blue trousers to the meeting.
  641. 641
    racistn. /ˈreɪsɪst/
    a person who discriminates by race He was called a racist for his comments.
  642. 642
    baminterj. /bæm/
    an exclamation of impact or surprise Bam! The door slammed shut behind him.
  643. 643
    anklen. /ˈæŋkəl/
    the joint connecting foot and leg She twisted her ankle while running.
  644. 644
    niceradj. /ˈnaɪsər/
    more pleasant or agreeable This restaurant has nicer food than the last one.
  645. 645
    occupiedadj. /ˈɒkjupaɪd/
    being used or filled The bathroom is currently occupied, please wait.
  646. 646
    correctlyadv. /kəˈrɛktli/
    in a right or accurate manner She answered the question correctly on the test.
  647. 647
    terrifyingadj. /ˈtɛrəˌfaɪɪŋ/
    causing extreme fear The movie was so terrifying, I couldn't sleep.
  648. 648
    gaspv. /ɡæsp/
    to breathe in suddenly from shock She gasped when she saw the surprise party.
  649. 649
    villainn. /ˈvɪlən/
    a character who opposes the hero The villain in the story was very clever.
  650. 650
    willyn. /ˈwɪli/
    a slang term for the male genitalia He joked about his willy during the party.
  651. 651
    marcn. /mɑːrk/
    the solid remains of fruit after pressing The distillery uses marc to make brandy.
  652. 652
    draftn. /dræft/
    a preliminary version of a document I need to review the draft before submission.
  653. 653
    factorn. /ˈfæktər/
    an element that contributes to a result Weather is a key factor in our plans.
  654. 654
    countessn. /ˈkaʊntəs/
    a female nobleman of high rank The countess hosted a lavish dinner party.
  655. 655
    whewinterj. /wjuː/
    an expression of relief or surprise Whew, that was a close call!
  656. 656
    portraitn. /ˈpɔːrtrət/
    a painting or photograph of a person She hung the portrait above the fireplace.
  657. 657
    fontn. /fɒnt/
    a style of printed letters or characters Choose a font that is easy to read.
  658. 658
    suggestsv. /səˈdʒɛsts/
    to propose an idea or plan She suggests we meet for coffee tomorrow.
  659. 659
    learntv. /lɜːnt/
    acquired knowledge or skill She learnt to play the piano last year.
  660. 660
    coordinatesn. /koʊˈɔːrdɪneɪts/
    numbers that determine a position Please provide the coordinates for the meeting.
  661. 661
    penciln. /ˈpɛnsəl/
    a writing tool with a graphite core I need a pencil to complete this drawing.
  662. 662
    collapsedv. /kəˈlæpst/
    fell down suddenly or completely The building collapsed during the earthquake.
  663. 663
    reserven. /rɪˈzɜːrv/
    a supply kept for future use We have a reserve of food for emergencies.
  664. 664
    shirtsn. /ʃɜːrts/
    clothing worn on the upper body He bought three new shirts for summer.
  665. 665
    umbrellan. /ʌmˈbrɛlə/
    a device for protection against rain Don't forget your umbrella on a rainy day.
  666. 666
    tainterj. /tɑː/
    informal expression of thanks Ta for helping me with my homework.
  667. 667
    traveledv. /ˈtrævəld/
    went from one place to another She traveled across the country last summer.
  668. 668
    auton. /ˈɔːtoʊ/
    a car or automobile He bought a new auto for his commute.
  669. 669
    chewv. /tʃuː/
    to bite and grind food with teeth Please chew your food before swallowing it.
  670. 670
    logicaladj. /ˈlɒdʒɪkəl/
    based on clear reasoning or sound judgment Her argument was logical and easy to follow.
  671. 671
    eliminatev. /ɪˈlɪməˌneɪt/
    to remove or get rid of something We need to eliminate waste in our process.
  672. 672
    cancelledadj. /ˈkænsəld/
    called off or terminated The event was cancelled due to bad weather.
  673. 673
    carbonn. /ˈkɑːrbən/
    a chemical element essential for life Carbon is found in all living organisms.
  674. 674
    crawlingv. /ˈkrɔːlɪŋ/
    moving on hands and knees The baby is crawling across the floor.
  675. 675
    independencen. /ˌɪndɪˈpɛndəns/
    the state of being free from control They celebrated their independence with fireworks.
  676. 676
    steppingv. /ˈstɛpɪŋ/
    the act of moving by lifting feet She is stepping carefully on the wet floor.
  677. 677
    mediumadj. /ˈmiːdiəm/
    in between small and large size I ordered a medium coffee for my break.
  678. 678
    canceledadj. /ˈkænsəld/
    called off or terminated The event was canceled due to bad weather.
  679. 679
    fannyn. /ˈfæni/
    the buttocks or rear end He fell and landed right on his fanny.
  680. 680
    seatedadj. /ˈsiːtɪd/
    being in a sitting position Everyone is seated and ready for the show.
  681. 681
    upbeatadj. /ˈʌpˌbiːt/
    cheerful and optimistic Her upbeat attitude brightened the room.
  682. 682
    asianadj. /ˈeɪʒən/
    relating to Asia or its people She enjoys Asian cuisine and culture.
  683. 683
    drowningv. /ˈdraʊnɪŋ/
    sinking in water and unable to breathe He was drowning but managed to swim to safety.
  684. 684
    messyadj. /ˈmɛsi/
    untidy or disorganized The kids made a messy room while playing.
  685. 685
    questn. /kwɛst/
    a search for something He went on a quest for the lost treasure.
  686. 686
    memorialn. /məˈmɔːriəl/
    a structure to remember someone They built a memorial for the fallen soldiers.
  687. 687
    representsv. /ˌrɛprɪˈzɛnts/
    stands for or symbolizes something The flag represents our country's values.
  688. 688
    bearingn. /ˈbɛərɪŋ/
    a person's way of standing or moving Her confident bearing impressed everyone at the meeting.
  689. 689
    stressedadj. /strest/
    feeling anxious or under pressure She felt stressed about the upcoming exam.
  690. 690
    watchesn. /ˈwɒtʃɪz/
    devices for telling time He collects vintage watches from different eras.
  691. 691
    spoonn. /spuːn/
    a utensil for eating or serving She stirred her coffee with a silver spoon.
  692. 692
    cooperationn. /koʊˌɒpəˈreɪʃən/
    working together for a common goal The project succeeded through teamwork and cooperation.
  693. 693
    earthquaken. /ˈɜːrθkweɪk/
    sudden shaking of the ground The earthquake shook the entire city.
  694. 694
    tuckern. /ˈtʌkər/
    food or a meal We packed some tucker for our hike.
  695. 695
    sailingn. /ˈseɪlɪŋ/
    the activity of traveling by boat Sailing is my favorite summer activity.
  696. 696
    involvev. /ɪnˈvɒlv/
    to include or engage someone The project will involve many team members.
  697. 697
    reliableadj. /rɪˈlaɪəbl/
    able to be trusted or depended on She is a reliable friend and coworker.
  698. 698
    spectacularadj. /spɛkˈtækjʊlər/
    impressive or visually striking The sunset was absolutely spectacular tonight.
  699. 699
    breachn. /briːtʃ/
    a violation or breaking of rules The breach of contract led to a lawsuit.
  700. 700
    sophisticatedadj. /səˈfɪstɪˌkeɪtɪd/
    having refined knowledge or experience She has a sophisticated taste in art.
    701. 700 / 1,000
  701. 701
    echon. /ˈɛkoʊ/
    a sound that is reflected off a surface The echo of her voice filled the canyon.
  702. 702
    indicatev. /ˈɪndɪˌkeɪt/
    to show or point out something The sign will indicate the right direction.
  703. 703
    swampn. /swæmp/
    a wetland area with trees and water We explored the swamp for wildlife.
  704. 704
    vehiclesn. /ˈviːɪkəlz/
    machines for transporting people or goods Many vehicles were stuck in traffic today.
  705. 705
    elegantadj. /ˈɛlɪgənt/
    graceful and stylish in appearance She wore an elegant dress to the party.
  706. 706
    manualadj. /ˈmænjuəl/
    involving physical work or hands-on tasks He prefers manual labor over office work.
  707. 707
    compoundn. /ˈkɒmpaʊnd/
    a substance made of two or more elements Water is a compound of hydrogen and oxygen.
  708. 708
    scaresv. /skɛərz/
    causes fear or frightens someone The loud noise scares the children easily.
  709. 709
    servesv. /sɜːrvz/
    provides a service or performs a duty He serves dinner to the guests every night.
  710. 710
    pursuev. /pərˈsuː/
    to follow or chase something She decided to pursue her dream of acting.
  711. 711
    rattlingadj. /ˈrætəlɪŋ/
    making a rapid, sharp sound The rattling windows signaled a strong wind.
  712. 712
    dreamtv. /drɛmt/
    to have thoughts or visions during sleep I dreamt about flying over the mountains.
  713. 713
    revolutionaryadj. /ˌrɛvəˈluːʃəˌnɛri/
    causing significant change or innovation The invention was revolutionary for modern technology.
  714. 714
    rign. /rɪɡ/
    a device or setup for a specific purpose He used a rig to lift the heavy equipment.
  715. 715
    convincingadj. /kənˈvɪnsɪŋ/
    persuasive or believable Her argument was so convincing that everyone agreed.
  716. 716
    tribaladj. /ˈtraɪbəl/
    related to a group with shared culture They celebrated their tribal traditions every year.
  717. 717
    depthn. /dɛpθ/
    the distance from top to bottom The depth of the pool is quite impressive.
  718. 718
    aidsn. /eɪdz/
    devices or substances that help The aids improved the patient's quality of life.
  719. 719
    blamingv. /ˈbleɪmɪŋ/
    assigning responsibility for a fault She is blaming him for the mistake.
  720. 720
    wakesv. /weɪks/
    rises from sleep or unconsciousness He wakes up early every morning.
  721. 721
    1stnum. /fɜːrst/
    the ordinal number before second She finished in 1st place in the race.
  722. 722
    occurv. /əˈkɜːr/
    to happen or take place The event will occur next Saturday.
  723. 723
    campingn. /ˈkæmpɪŋ/
    staying outdoors in tents or shelters We love camping in the national park.
  724. 724
    fartn. /fɑːrt/
    a sound made by gas passing He let out a loud fart during dinner.
  725. 725
    stampn. /stæmp/
    a small piece of paper for mailing I need a stamp to send this letter.
  726. 726
    approvedadj. /əˈpruːvd/
    officially accepted or agreed upon The project was finally approved by the board.
  727. 727
    assassinn. /əˈsæsɪn/
    a person who kills for political reasons The assassin was hired to eliminate the target.
  728. 728
    annualadj. /ˈænjuəl/
    occurring once every year We have an annual family reunion in July.
  729. 729
    crucialadj. /ˈkruːʃəl/
    extremely important or essential This decision is crucial for our future.
  730. 730
    torchn. /tɔːrtʃ/
    a portable light source He used a torch to find his way.
  731. 731
    fulfillv. /fʊlˈfɪl/
    to complete or achieve something She hopes to fulfill her dreams one day.
  732. 732
    bonadj. /bɒn/
    good or pleasant The food at the restaurant was bon.
  733. 733
    restingadj. /ˈrɛstɪŋ/
    taking a break or relaxing She is resting on the couch after work.
  734. 734
    reunionn. /rɪˈjuːnjən/
    a gathering of people after a time apart The family reunion was filled with laughter.
  735. 735
    witnessedv. /ˈwɪtnɪst/
    saw an event happen I witnessed the accident from my window.
  736. 736
    graduatedadj. /ˈɡrædʒueɪtɪd/
    completed a degree or course She graduated from college last year.
  737. 737
    subn. /sʌb/
    a type of sandwich I ordered a sub for lunch today.
  738. 738
    howlingadj. /ˈhaʊlɪŋ/
    making a loud, wailing sound The howling wind kept me awake at night.
  739. 739
    hospitalsn. /ˈhɒspɪtlz/
    places for medical treatment The hospitals are busy during flu season.
  740. 740
    stalln. /stɔːl/
    a small booth or compartment She bought flowers from a market stall.
  741. 741
    legacyn. /ˈlɛɡəsi/
    something handed down from the past Her legacy will inspire future generations.
  742. 742
    riotn. /raɪət/
    a violent public disturbance The city experienced a riot last night.
  743. 743
    shopsn. /ʃɒps/
    places where goods are sold She visited several shops downtown today.
  744. 744
    whereaboutsn. /wɛərəˌbaʊts/
    location or position of someone Do you know his whereabouts right now?
  745. 745
    teenagern. /ˈtiːnˌeɪdʒər/
    a person aged 13 to 19 The teenager loves playing video games.
  746. 746
    squealingadj. /ˈskwiːlɪŋ/
    making a high-pitched sound The children were squealing with delight.
  747. 747
    dancedv. /dænst/
    moved rhythmically to music They danced all night at the party.
  748. 748
    minesn. /maɪnz/
    excavations for extracting minerals The region has many abandoned mines.
  749. 749
    crowdedadj. /ˈkraʊdɪd/
    filled with too many people The train was extremely crowded this morning.
  750. 750
    literaturen. /ˈlɪtərəʧər/
    written works, especially fiction or poetry She loves reading classic literature in her free time.
  751. 751
    3rdnum. /θɜːrd/
    the ordinal number after second He finished in 3rd place in the race.
  752. 752
    morguen. /mɔːrɡ/
    a place where bodies are kept The detective visited the morgue for evidence.
  753. 753
    strongestadj. /ˈstrɒŋɡɪst/
    having the most strength She is the strongest athlete on the team.
  754. 754
    20thnum. /ˈtwɛntiəθ/
    the ordinal number after nineteenth The 20th century brought many changes.
  755. 755
    transmissionn. /trænzˈmɪʃən/
    the act of sending something The transmission of data was very fast.
  756. 756
    paneln. /ˈpænəl/
    a flat board or group of people The panel discussed important community issues.
  757. 757
    sequencen. /ˈsiːkwəns/
    a particular order of things The sequence of events was confusing to everyone.
  758. 758
    sexuallyadv. /ˈsɛkʃuəli/
    in a way related to sex They are sexually attracted to each other.
  759. 759
    soleadj. /soʊl/
    only; single He is the sole owner of the business.
  760. 760
    o.k.interj. /oʊˈkeɪ/
    expressing agreement or approval Everything is o.k. with the plan.
  761. 761
    smackv. /smæk/
    to hit with a loud sound She smacked the table in frustration.
  762. 762
    anxietyn. /æŋˈzaɪəti/
    a feeling of worry or fear He felt anxiety before the big exam.
  763. 763
    congratulatev. /kənˈɡrætʃəˌleɪt/
    to express joy for someone's achievement I want to congratulate you on your success.
  764. 764
    chokingadj. /ˈʧoʊkɪŋ/
    having difficulty breathing due to obstruction He was choking on a piece of food.
  765. 765
    toleratev. /ˈtɒləˌreɪt/
    to accept or endure something unpleasant I can tolerate loud noises for a while.
  766. 766
    moden. /moʊd/
    a way or manner of doing something She switched to silent mode during the meeting.
  767. 767
    communicationsn. /kəˌmjuːnɪˈkeɪʃənz/
    the act of sharing information Effective communications are key to teamwork.
  768. 768
    dicen. /daɪs/
    small cubes used in games of chance We rolled the dice to start the game.
  769. 769
    welfaren. /ˈwɛlfɛər/
    the health, happiness, and fortunes of a person The organization focuses on animal welfare.
  770. 770
    orphann. /ˈɔːrfən/
    a child whose parents are deceased The orphan found a loving home.
  771. 771
    advertisingn. /ˈædvərˌtaɪzɪŋ/
    the activity of promoting products or services Advertising can influence consumer behavior.
  772. 772
    locksn. /lɒks/
    mechanisms for securing doors or containers She secured the doors with heavy locks.
  773. 773
    settlementn. /ˈsɛtlmənt/
    an official agreement to resolve a dispute They reached a settlement after long negotiations.
  774. 774
    uniformsn. /ˈjuːnɪˌfɔːrmz/
    clothing worn by a group The students wore uniforms to school every day.
  775. 775
    devotedadj. /dɪˈvoʊtɪd/
    very loyal and dedicated She is devoted to her family and friends.
  776. 776
    shootsv. /ʃuːts/
    to fire a projectile or take a photo He shoots basketballs every Saturday morning.
  777. 777
    principlesn. /ˈprɪnsəpəlz/
    fundamental truths or beliefs She lives by her principles every day.
  778. 778
    circuitn. /ˈsɜːrkɪt/
    a closed path for electricity The electrician fixed the broken circuit in the house.
  779. 779
    dotn. /dɒt/
    a small round mark Please put a dot at the end of the sentence.
  780. 780
    nicknamen. /ˈnɪkneɪm/
    an informal or affectionate name His nickname is 'Sparky' because of his energy.
  781. 781
    scenarion. /sɪˈnɛəriˌoʊ/
    a possible situation or sequence of events We discussed several scenarios for the project.
  782. 782
    choirn. /ˈkwaɪər/
    a group of singers The choir performed beautifully at the concert.
  783. 783
    smokedadj. /smoʊkt/
    cooked or flavored with smoke I love smoked salmon on my bagel.
  784. 784
    stuntn. /stʌnt/
    an action displaying great skill or daring He performed an amazing stunt on his bike.
  785. 785
    isolatedadj. /ˈaɪsəˌleɪtɪd/
    separated from others; alone They found an isolated cabin in the woods.
  786. 786
    equallyadv. /ˈiːkwəli/
    to the same degree; fairly She treats all her students equally and fairly.
  787. 787
    statementsn. /ˈsteɪtmənts/
    declarations or remarks made The statements were clear and easy to understand.
  788. 788
    lipstickn. /ˈlɪpˌstɪk/
    a cosmetic for coloring lips She applied red lipstick before the party.
  789. 789
    courtesyn. /ˈkɜːrtəsi/
    polite behavior or manners He showed courtesy by holding the door open.
  790. 790
    hobbyn. /ˈhɒbi/
    an activity done for enjoyment Gardening is my favorite hobby on weekends.
  791. 791
    hatchv. /hætʃ/
    to emerge from an egg The chicks will hatch in a few days.
  792. 792
    hesitatev. /ˈhɛzɪteɪt/
    to pause before acting or speaking She didn't hesitate to help her friend.
  793. 793
    phonedv. /foʊnd/
    called someone on the phone I phoned my brother last night.
  794. 794
    experiencesn. /ɪkˈspɪəriənsɪz/
    events or activities one has lived through Traveling gives us amazing experiences to cherish.
  795. 795
    poppedv. /pɒpt/
    made a sudden sharp sound The balloon popped during the party.
  796. 796
    quidn. /kwɪd/
    a slang term for a pound sterling I need to save a few quid for dinner.
  797. 797
    fragileadj. /ˈfrædʒaɪl/
    easily broken or damaged Handle the fragile vase with care.
  798. 798
    fictionn. /ˈfɪkʃən/
    literary work based on imagination She enjoys reading science fiction novels.
  799. 799
    husbandsn. /ˈhʌzbəndz/
    married men in relation to their wives Many husbands help with household chores.
  800. 800
    dollsn. /dɒlz/
    small figures representing humans, often for play The children played with their dolls all afternoon.
    801. 800 / 1,000
  801. 801
    pastorn. /ˈpɑːstər/
    a minister in certain Christian churches
  802. 802
    persuadev. /pərˈsweɪd/
    to convince someone to do something He tried to persuade her to join the team.
  803. 803
    posev. /poʊz/
    to assume a particular position or attitude She decided to pose for a photograph.
  804. 804
    rupeesn. /ˈruːpiz/
    currency used in several countries, like India
  805. 805
    trickedv. /trɪkt/
    deceived or fooled someone He felt embarrassed after being tricked.

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