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/ˈætrəfi/

the condition of losing fat, muscle, strength, etc. in a part of the body because it does not have enough blood

How to prevent mental atrophy due to reliance on AI https://e.vnexpress.net/news/perspectives/how-to-prevent-mental-atrophy-due-to-reliance-on-ai-4888286.html

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to cause public disagreement, debate, or strong reactions, often around a sensitive or contentious issue

Cheap massages in Thailand are stirring controversy as an increasing number of tourists report health issues, raising concerns about hygiene standards and the safety of these services.

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officially appreciate someone’s efforts

The law aims to recognize the contributions of educators in society.

ensure compliance

make sure that rules are followed

New decrees are being drafted to ensure compliance with the law.

vocational expertise

specialized skill or knowledge in a profession

The law encourages those with vocational expertise to join teaching.

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moral principles related to teaching behavior

Teaching ethics are now officially part of the law.

financial incentives

benefits offered to encourage behavior (e.g., higher salary)

The law includes financial incentives to attract top talent.

implement regulations

to put rules or laws into effect

The Ministry is preparing decrees to implement the regulations.

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a structured set of laws and guidelines

It established a comprehensive legal framework for education.

professional practitioners: people officially recognized as experts in a field

Teachers are now recognized as professional practitioners.

social pressure: pressure from society to behave in a certain way

The new law shields educators from negative social pressure.

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something brings out strong emotions

There is something about the way people look and behave and inhabit the space that tugs at my heartstrings and fills me with nostalgia.

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/ˌsɜːkəmˈvent/

to find a way of avoiding a difficulty or a rule

To circumvent this problem, Kohl and his colleague transplanted gut microbiota from rodents fed with different diets into germ-free mice.(https://www.the-scientist.com/why-do-people-have-different-eating-habits-72443)

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to establish something very strongly so that it is very difficult to change

be entrenched (in something)

Sexism is deeply entrenched in our society.

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connected with something but less important than it = additional

I'm taking history as a subsidiary subject.

(of a business company) owned or controlled by another company

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/səbˈsɪdiəri/

a business company that is owned or controlled by another larger company

She’s working for an overseas subsidiary of the company.

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a statement or fact that is unpleasant, difficult to accept, or emotionally uncomfortable, but undeniable and factual

But the cold hard truth is that in a few decades our shrinking, ageing societies will desperately need these newcomers to pay taxes and work in healthcare and social care.

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/fəˈtɪləti/

the ability to produce babies, young animals, fruit or new plants

Anxiety and stress affect fertility in both men and women.

Population growth varies starkly between regions. In most high-income countries, fertility rates are already well below the replacement level.

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it is very popular and fashionable

Thankfully, the coercive policies that took place in India, China and elsewhere are no longer in vogue.(https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2025/may/31/earth-population-billions-decline-birthrate-west)

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These devastating predictions encouraged governments and international agencies to take drastic action.

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/ɪɡˈzæsəbeɪt/

to make something worse, especially a disease or problem

His aggressive reaction only exacerbated the situation.

Moreover, improper timing of traffic signals can further exacerbate congestion.

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/ˈθreʃhəʊld/

the level at which something starts to happen or have an effect

Traffic lights only manage traffic effectively up to a certain density; exceeding this threshold worsens congestion. (https://e.vnexpress.net/news/perspectives/readers-views/the-real-cause-of-traffic-jams-isn-t-cars-or-motorbikes-4889918.html)

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/ˈθreʃhəʊld/

the level at which something starts to happen or have an effect

He has a low boredom threshold (= he gets bored easily).

I have a high pain threshold (= I can suffer a lot of pain before I start to react).

My earnings are just above the tax threshold (= more than the amount at which you start paying tax).

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/ˌefəˈvesnt/

(of people and their behaviour) excited, enthusiastic and full of energy

a warm effervescent personality

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an article about somebody’s life and achievements, that is printed in a newspaper soon after they have died

I Googled his name and found an obituary.

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If the jury is (still) out on a subject, people do not yet know the answer or have not yet decided if it is good or bad.

The jury's still out on the safety of irradiated food.

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/rɪˈzʌmpʃn/

the act of beginning something again after it has stopped

The resumption of direct commercial and charter flights between China and Vietnam has made travel faster and more affordable.

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/ˈeɪliəs/

used when a person, especially a criminal or an actor, is known by two names

Except for the fact that I prefer to stay anonymous online with an alias, I've never felt the need to adopt an 'English name.'

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/ˈʃɪvə(r)/

to shake slightly because you are cold, frightened, excited, etc.

Don't stand outside shivering—come inside and get warm!

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useful ideas or material

Pearl Harbor has provided the grist for more than 100 books and at least seven movies.

My mother found humor in everything; it was all grist for cartoons.

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having suddenly fallen down with no control of your body because of being injured, unconscious, drunk, etc.

After another failed round of dating, I lay crumpled on my bed, feeling as crushed as my nearby wad of tissues.

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https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/24/style/modern-love-marriage-made-an-actor-out-of-me.html

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a person, team, country, etc. that is thought to be in a weaker position than others and therefore not likely to be successful, win a competition, etc.

"Still, young people should be told — and should believe — that their destiny is not shaped in high school. Their personalities are still coming together in the tissues of the brain; time is on their side, and (say what you want about Americans) we like underdogs, cheer come-from-behind wins and are generous with second chances"

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if something eludes you, you are not able to achieve it, or not able to remember or understand it

He was extremely tired but sleep eluded him.

Writing is of critical importance to accomplishments in both academia and in the workplace. Despite its importance, successful writing eludes many students.

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/ˈbiːkən/

a light that is placed somewhere to guide vehicles and warn them of danger

(figurative) He was a beacon of hope for the younger generation.

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/əˈstjuːt/

very clever and quick at seeing what to do in a particular situation, especially how to get an advantage

She was astute enough to realize that what Jack wanted was her money.

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/ɪnˈɡʌlf/

to surround or to cover somebody/something completely/ affect someone

I heard this playlist while climbing a mountain alone on a rainy day, these melodies engulfed me into the chaotic emotions that I had ignored for a long time.

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smitten (adj) (with/by somebody/something) 

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smitten (adj) (with/by somebody/something) 

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suddenly feeling that you are in love with somebody

From the moment they met, he was completely smitten by her.

It captures the thrill of romantic infatuation, the feeling of being so smitten with someone that spending time in their company is better than anything else you can imagine.

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/spɑːrs/

only present in small amounts or numbers and often spread over a large area

the sparse population of the islands

Vegetation becomes sparse higher up the mountains.

The information available on the subject is sparse.

"Ultimately, the decision boils down to what works for you, Dr. de Aguiar Ribeiro said, because the science is sparse and “there is no consensus in the literature.”"

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to make somebody feel that they want to vomit

The smell of meat nauseates me.

The theater’s steep stadium seating made me feel nauseated.

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+ adv./prep. (of a conversation or way of behaving or thinking) to change in the way it develops

When we broke up two years ago, it was because our lives had veered dramatically apart, our personal and professional overlap disintegrating while we were busy finding ourselves.

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to have a serious, negative impact or effect, usually causing harm or damage

The rains have taken a toll on agriculture. Over 2,000 tons of harvested rice and 2,200 hectares of paddies were damaged, while floods swept away nearly 12,000 heads of poultry and cattle.

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to be permitted to do sth

I'm not at liberty to say exactly where, because we're still negotiating for its purchase.

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a group of noisy or silly people

There was the usual gaggle of journalists waiting for the star.

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an official note from one person to another in the same organization

leaks of confidential memoranda

an internal memorandum

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the ability to understand an event or situation only after it has happened

in hindsight In hindsight, it would have been better to wait.

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to speak in a way that shows that you are not confident

His voice faltered as he began his speech.

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an account written by somebody, especially somebody famous, about their life and experiences

O'Connor published a childhood memoir.

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the bulk (of something) the main part of something; most of something

The bulk of the population lives in cities.

The great bulk of the work has now been done.

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a would-be clever person

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very serious or extreme

These people are in dire need of help.

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to have difficulty speaking clearly or finding the right words to say

During the interview, she fumbled helplessly for words.

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​behaviour that is brave but likely to shock or offend people

He had the audacity to say I was too fat.

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to gradually put an idea or attitude into somebody's mind; to make somebody feel, think or behave in a particular way over a period of time

instil somebody with something His father instilled him with a desire to fight injustice and corruption.

to instil confidence/discipline/fear into somebody

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within/outside the purview of something

within/outside the limits of what a person, an organization, etc. is responsible for; dealt/ not dealt with by a document, law, etc.

Local disputes are outside the purview of this legislation.

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used to praise someone, especially a man or boy, or to encourage them to continue.

Attaboy, what a great start!

He believes he can win. Attaboy!

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the plural of "focus"

Clearly, student proficiencies, learning experiences, and writing needs will determine the kinds of tasks teachers devise and use, but it is important to note that in addition to providing a variety of student learning experiences and skill foci, activities also range along a cline of assistance, provided by either the materials or the teacher, from highly specific and controlled language analysis and practice tasks to free writing from prompts.

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any kind of clothing you wear in a professional setting, like an office or studio

Defying expectations for proper work attire reflects a growing aversion among China’s youth to a life of ambition and striving that marked the past few decades.

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unleash (v) something (on/upon somebody/something) 

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unleash (v) something (on/upon somebody/something) 

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to suddenly let a strong force, emotion, etc. be felt or have an effect

The hashtag “gross outfits at work” spread across multiple Chinese social media platforms and it unleashed a competition of whose work dress was the most repulsive.

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(of people or their bodies) thin in an attractive way

Standing behind me in a blue blazer was a man about my age, tall and slender, with curly dark hair, a beard and mustache, warm eyes and a wide smile.

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to become friends with someone

He quickly buddied up with Jan's husband.

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/ˌʌnprɪˈtenʃəs/

trying to appear more special, intelligent, important, etc. than you really are/it really is

It was just an ordinary house—nothing pretentious.

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to say nice things to somebody so that they will help you or give you something

He’s always trying to butter up the boss.

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/ˌenɪɡˈmætɪk/

​mysterious and difficult to understand

A bit enigmatic, but good company on a dark and stormy evening.

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to speak severely to and criticize someone who has done something wrong

I had to tick him off for being late again.

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(often in negative sentences) liking something a lot

enamoured of something He was less than enamoured of the music.

enamoured with something I'm not exactly enamoured with the idea of spending a whole day with them.

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https://aeon.co/essays/why-do-i-let-myself-sabotage-my-own-best-laid-plans

I’m addicted to producing and achieving, too; to ticking things off to-do lists, to busyness, to filling every second – even as I crave time and space to reflect.

Procrastination, distraction, addiction and OCD are all forms of self-sabotage.

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​an occasion when all the people of a country can vote on an important issue

Switzerland decided to hold a referendum on joining the EU.

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to sell very quickly, to be very popular

With its bright pink packaging and spicy contents, these Korean-made instant ramen packs are going viral online and flying off shelves.

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to come to a point beyond which there is no further progress.

Dating Apps Have Hit a Wall. Can They Turn Things Around?

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the most important thing

We all agreed that winning was not the be-all and end-all.

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at the point when something is about to change to something else

She is on the cusp of being a star.

Melbourne is on the cusp of autumn, a season that always keeps me enchanted, connected, and yearning for its magical beauty that evokes a sense of nostalgia.

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a simple and seemingly magical solution to a complicated problem

You won’t find a silver bullet in a single food, experts say, but there are some that may help you build the best defense.

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to make sure that you know all the most recent facts about a subject

Letterboxd is a social platform for movie lovers, a place to log what you see (with options to rate, review and “heart”), stay abreast of what your friends are screening, and keep a running want-to-watch list.

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/bəˈnevələnt/

(especially of people in authority) kind, helpful and generous

Something told me he was a good human, a benevolent soul.