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UK  /ˈpædʒ.ənt/ US  /ˈpædʒ.ənt/

noun-contable

a competition for young women in which they are judged on their beauty and other qualities.

Ex:She became widely known in 2004 when she competed and attempted to compete in beauty pageants as a woman.

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UK  /keɪdʒ/ US  /keɪdʒ/

noun-contable

a space surrounded on all sides by bars or wire, in which animals or birds are kept.

Ex:A lion has escaped from its cage.

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UK  /ˈrɪŋ.kəl/ US  /ˈrɪŋ.kəl/

noun-contable

a small line in the skin caused by old age.

Ex:anti-wrinkle creams

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UK  /ˈflɔː.ləs/ US  /ˈflɑː.ləs/

adjective

perfect or without mistakes.

Ex:a flawless performance

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/ˈlɪŋɡərɪŋ/

adjective

lasting a long time and not going away

Ex:a lingering doubt question

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UK  /blʌʃ/ US  /blʌʃ/

verb-regular

to become pink in the face, usually from embarrassment.

Ex:I always blush when I speak in public.

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UK  /pəˈrɪf.ər.i/ US  /pəˈrɪf.ɚ.i/

noun-contable

the outer edge of an area.

Ex:Houses have been built on the periphery of the factory site.

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UK  /blɜːr/ US  /blɝː/

noun-uncontable

something that you cannot see clearly.

Ex:If I don't wear my glasses, everything is just a blur.

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UK  /ʌnˈwed/ US  /ʌnˈwed/

adjective

not married.

Ex:The typical paternity trial usually involved an unwed woman seeking support for her child from a man who she claimed was the father.

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UK  /ˌʌn.bɪˈnəʊnst/ US  /ˌʌn.bɪˈnoʊnst/

adverb

without a particular person knowing.

Ex:Unbeknownst to me, he had rented out the apartment while I was away.

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UK  /ʃʌk/ US  /ʃʌk/

verb-regular

to remove the shell or natural covering from something that is eaten.

Ex:At a banquet, servants are shucking oysters as fast as they can be consumed.

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UK  /daɪs/ US  /daɪs/

noun-contable

a small cube (= object with six equal square sides) with a different number of spots on each side, used in games involving chance.

Ex:You roll the dice and whoever gets the highest score goes first.

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UK  /ˈhed.laɪt/ US  /ˈhed.laɪt/

noun-contable

a large, powerful light at the front of a vehicle, usually one of two.

Ex:I could see a car's headlights coming towards me.

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UK  /ˈven.dɪŋ/ US  /ˈven.dɪŋ/

noun-contabel

the selling of goods.

Ex:He had his street vending licence taken away.

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UK  /ˈɡæð.ər/ US  /ˈɡæð.ɚ/

verb-regular

to collect several things, often from different places or people:

Ex:We gathered blueberries from the bushes.

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UK  /pɪəs/ US  /pɪrs/

verb-regular

to go into or through something, making a hole in it using a sharp point.

Ex:I couldn't wear these earrings because my ears aren't pierced.

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UK  /lɜːtʃ/ US  /lɝːtʃ/

verb-regular

to move in a way that is not regular or normal, especially making sudden movements backwards or forwards or from side to side.

Ex:The zombie lurched and some of the people was scared

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UK  /ruːt/ US  /ruːt/

noun-contable

the part of a plant that grows down into the earth to get water and food and holds the plant firm in the ground.

Ex:The tree's roots go down three metres.

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UK  /bəʊn/ US  /boʊn/

noun-contable

any of the hard parts inside a human or animal that make up its frame.

Ex:The human body has 206 bones

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UK  /vaɪs/ US  /vaɪs/

noun-contable

a moral fault or weakness in someone's character.

Ex:My one real vice is chocolate.

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UK  /smɜːk/ US  /smɝːk/

noun-contable

a smile that expresses satisfaction or pleasure about having done something or knowing something that is not known by someone else.

Ex:"Maybe your husband does things that you don't know about," he said with a smirk.

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UK  /ˈkrɪm.zən/ US  /ˈkrɪm.zən/

adjective

If you go/turn crimson, your face becomes red because you are very embarrassed or angry.

Ex:She turned crimson with embarrassment.

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UK  /pɔːn/ US  /pɑːn/

noun-contable

any one of the eight least valuable pieces in the game of chess

Ex:Oh, no! I lost all my pawns playing chess

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UK  /waɪz/ US  /waɪz/

adjective

having or showing the ability to make good judgments, based on a deep understanding and experience of life.

Ex:Was it Thomas More who said that the wise man learns from the experience of others?

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UK  /ˈkaʊn.tə.muːv/ US  /ˈkaʊn.t̬ɚ.muːv/

noun-contable

an action by one person that is a reaction to an action by someone else

Ex:Businesses see the early release of sales plans as giving competitors an opportunity to make a countermove.

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UK  /əˈpɒn/ US  /əˈpɑːn/

preposition

to be something that someone will experience or have to deal with soon

Ex:Another few weeks and spring will be upon us.

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UK  /ˈhʌk.stər/ US  /ˈhʌk.stɚ/

noun-contable

a person who sells things or puts forward ideas in a very determined way that is often not completely honest

Ex:A huckster offered to sell Carnegie the formula for guaranteed success for $20,000.

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UK  /ʃʌv/ US  /ʃʌv/

verb-regular

to push someone or something forcefully

Ex:Reporters pushed and shoved as they tried to get close to the princess.

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UK  /hʌm/ US  /hʌm/

verb-regular

to make a continuous low sound

Ex:The computers were humming in the background.

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UK  /ˈpeb.əl/ US  /ˈpeb.əl/

noun-contable

a small smooth round stone, especially one found on a beach or in a river.

Ex:This part of the coast has pebble beaches.

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US UK  /bɪˈtreɪ.əl/

noun-contable or uncontable

an act of betraying someone or something, or the fact of someone or something being betrayed.

Ex:I felt a sense of betrayal when my friends refused to support me.

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UK  /ˈtrəʊ.fi/ US  /ˈtroʊ.fi/

noun-contable

a prize, such as a gold or silver cup, that is given to the winner of a competition or race, and often returned after a year to be given to the winner of the competition in the following year.

Ex:He's an excellent rider, but he's never won a major trophy.

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UK  /fliːk/ US  /fliːk/

noun-uncontable

very attractive; as good as it could be

Ex:This is a look that is totally on fleek!

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UK  /sɒb/ US  /sɑːb/

verb-regular

to cry noisily, taking in deep breaths

Ex:I found her sobbing in the bedroom because she'd broken her favourite doll.

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UK  /ˈsiː.lɪŋ/ US  /ˈsiː.lɪŋ/

noun-uncontable

the inside surface of a room that you can see when you look above you

Ex:I want the light fittings to be flush with the ceiling.

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UK  /bent/ US  /bent/

adjective

curved and not straight or flat

Ex:The metal bars were bent and twisted.

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UK  /ˈsəʊ.kɪŋ/ US  /ˈsoʊ.kɪŋ/

adjective

very wet

Ex:We were completely soaked by the time we got home.

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UK  /slɜːr/ US  /slɝː/

noun-contable

a remark that criticizes someone and is likely to have a harmful effect on their reputation

Ex:Her letter contained several outrageous slurs against/on her former colleagues.

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UK  /swuːp/ US  /swuːp/

verb-regular

to move very quickly and easily through the air, especially down from a high position in order to attack.

Ex:The eagle swooped down to snatch a young rabbit.

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UK  /ˈstʌm.bəl/ US  /ˈstʌm.bəl/

verb-regular

to step awkwardly while walking or running and fall or begin to fall

Ex:Running along the beach, she stumbled on a log and fell on the sand.

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UK  /ˈæl.i/ US  /ˈæl.i/

noun-contable

a narrow passageway between or behind buildings.

Ex:She walked quickly down the alley.

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UK  /ʌnˈbeə.rə.bəl/ US  /ʌnˈber.ə.bəl/

adjective

too painful or unpleasant for you to continue to experience

Ex:All I remember of my daughter's birth was the unbearable pain and the relief when it was all over.

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UK  /bʊʃ/ US  /bʊʃ/

noun-contable

a plant with many small branches growing either directly from the ground or from a hard stem, giving the plant a rounded shape.

Ex:Cutting the bush back in the autumn will help promote vigorous growth in the spring.

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UK  /hʊkt/ US  /hʊkt/

adjective

enjoying something so much that you are unable to stop having it, watching it, doing it, etc.

Ex:I was hooked after two episodes.

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UK  /rʌʃt/ US  /rʌʃt/

adjective

done in a hurry, or feeling that you must do something quickly

Ex:Supper was rushed since the family had to go out that evening.

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UK  /rʌst/ US  /rʌst/

noun-uncontable

a reddish-brown substance that forms on the surface of iron and steel as a result of reacting with air and water

Ex:There was an enormous bath with big rust stains.

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UK  /ˈbɜː.ɡən.di/ US  /ˈbɝː.ɡən.di/

noun-uncontable or contable

wine, usually red, that comes from the Burgundy region of eastern central France

Ex:She ordered a glass of burgundy.

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UK  /splæʃ/ US  /splæʃ/

verb-regular

If a liquid splashes or if you splash a liquid, it falls on or hits something or someone.

Ex:Unfortunately some paint splashed onto the rug.

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UK  /ˈɪn.sens/ US  /ˈɪn.sens/

verb-regular

to cause someone to be extremely angry

Ex:The editor said a lot of readers would be incensed by my article on class.

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UK  /heɪz/ US  /heɪz/

noun-uncontable or contable

something such as heat or smoke in the air that makes it less clear, so that it is difficult to see well

Ex:I saw her through a haze of cigarette smoke.

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UK  /kriːp/ US  /kriːp/

verb-regular

to move slowly, quietly, and carefully, usually in order to avoid being noticed.

Ex:Someone was creeping around outside my window.

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UK  /ˈskruː.tɪ.ni/ US  /ˈskruː.t̬ən.i/

noun-uncontable

the careful and detailed examination of something in order to get information about it.

Ex:The government's record will be subjected to/come under (close) scrutiny in the weeks before the election.

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UK  /ˈlæv.ɪn.dər/ US  /ˈlæv.ɪn.dɚ/

noun-uncontable

a plant that has grey-green leaves like needles and small, pale purple flowers; the dried flowers and stems of the plant that are used in soap, etc. because of their strong, pleasant smell.

Ex:a lavender bush.

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UK  /feɪd/ US  /feɪd/

verb-regular

to (cause to) lose colour, brightness, or strength gradually

Ex:If you hang your clothes out in the bright sun, they will fade.

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UK  /sɔːr/ US  /sɔːr/

adjective

painful and uncomfortable because of injury, infection, or too much use

Ex:My feet were sore with all the walking.

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UK  /ˌpɒl.iˈes.tər/ US  /ˌpɑː.liˈes.tɚ/

noun-uncontable

an artificial material that is a kind of plastic, often used for making clothes, bags, tents, etc.

Ex:The backpack is made of hard-wearing polyester.

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UK  /təˈwɔːdz/ /twɔːdz/ US  /tɔːrdz/ /twɔːrdz/

preposition

in the direction of, or closer to someone or something.

Ex:She stood up and walked towards him.

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UK  /ˈhaɪnd.saɪt/ US  /ˈhaɪnd.saɪt/

noun-uncontable

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

Ex:With hindsight, I should have taken the job.

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UK  /ræp/ US  /ræp/

verb-regular

to cover or surround something with paper, cloth, or other material.

Ex:She wrapped the present and tied it with ribbon.

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/ˈnɒtɪd/

adjective

having knots.

Ex:Her hair was knotted.

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UK  /ˌriː.əˈreɪndʒ/ US  /ˌriː.əˈreɪndʒ/

verb-regular

to change the order, position, or time of arrangements already made.

Ex:We need to rearrange the schedule.

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UK  /traɪəl/ US  /traɪəl/

noun-contable

the hearing of statements and showing of objects, etc. in a law court to judge if a person is guilty of a crime or to decide a case or a legal matter.

Ex:She's going on/standing trial for fraud

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UK  /ɡlʌv/ US  /ɡlʌv/

noun-contable

a piece of clothing that is worn on the hand and wrist for warmth or protection, with separate parts for each finger.

Ex:a pair of latex surgical gloves.

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UK  /ˈraɪ.zɪŋ/ US  /ˈraɪ.zɪŋ/

noun-uncontable

the act or rising.

Ex:the rising of the sun.

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UK  /ˈɡæm.bəl/ US  /ˈɡæm.bəl/

verb-regular

to risk money, for example in a game or on a horse race.

Ex:I like to gamble when I play cards - it makes it more interesting.

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UK  /klʌtʃ/ US  /klʌtʃ/

verb-regular

to take or try to take hold of something tightly, usually in fear, worry, or pain.

Ex:Silent and pale, she clutched (onto) her mother's hand.

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UK  /ˈhɒl.əʊ/ US  /ˈhɑː.loʊ/

adjective

having a hole or empty space inside.

Ex:The dog found a hollow in the ground to hide in from the wind.

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UK  /liːp/ US  /liːp/

verb-regular

to make a large jump or sudden movement, usually from one place to another.

Ex:He leaped across the river.

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UK  /spriː/ US  /spriː/

noun-contable

a short period of doing a particular, usually enjoyable, activity much more than is usual.

Ex:I went shopping spree on Saturday.

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UK  /dʌst/ US  /dʌst/

noun-uncontable

dry dirt in the form of powder that covers surfaces inside a building, or very small dry pieces of soil, sand, or other substances.

Ex:The furniture was covered in dust and cobwebs.

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UK  /steər/ US  /ster/

verb-regular

to look for a long time with the eyes wide open, especially when surprised, frightened, or thinking.

Ex:Don't stare at people like that, it's rude.

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UK  /hɔːnt/ US  /hɑːnt/

verb-regular

(of a ghost) to appear in a place repeatedly

Ex:A ghostly lady is said to haunt the stairway looking for her children.

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UK  /ˈwɒl.ɪt/ US  /ˈwɑː.lɪt/

noun-contable

a small folding case for carrying paper money, credit cards and other flat objects, that can be carried in a pocket and is used especially by men

Ex:This really isn't my day - my wallet was stolen this morning and now I've lost all my cards and money.

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UK  /ˈskæm.pi/ US  /ˈskæm.pi/

noun-uncontable

large prawns that are covered in breadcrumbs and deep-fried.

Ex:Perfect for Scampi, a marinade or stir-fry sauce for chicken, beef, fish and vegetables.

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UK  /wæɡ/ US  /wæɡ/

verb-regular

to move a tail or from side to side, or to move in this way

Ex:The dog wagged its tail.

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UK  /teɪl/ US  /teɪl/

noun-contable

a part of an animal's body, sticking out from the base of the back, or something similar in shape or position.

Ex:The dog wagged its tail excitedly.

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UK  /sɪlk/ US  /sɪlk/

noun-uncontable

a delicate, soft type of cloth made from a thread produced by silkworms, or the thread itself

Ex:He was wearing a suit made from pure silk.

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UK  /ˌʌn.dəˈniːθ/ US  /ˌʌn.dɚˈniːθ/

preposition,adverb

under or below

Ex:They found a cat underneath the car.

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UK  /ˈbeə.li/ US  /ˈber.li/

adverb

by the smallest amount.

Ex:They have barely enough (= no more than what is needed) bread

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UK  /braɪb/ US  /braɪb/

verb-regular

to try to make someone do something for you by giving them money, presents, or something else that they want

Ex:They bribed the waiter to find them a better table.

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UK  /ˈkʌn.stə.bəl/ US  /ˈkɑːn.stə.bəl/

noun-contable

a British police officer of the lowest rank.

Ex:Its officers included a constable and a chaplain.

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UK  /ˈfɒnd.li/ US  /ˈfɑːnd.li/

adverb

in a way that show love or great liking

Ex:He smiled fondly at the children

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UK  /sərˈen.dər/ US  /səˈren.dɚ/

verb-irregular

to stop fighting and admit defeat

Ex:They would rather die than surrender

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UK  /ˈsɪm.ər/ US  /ˈsɪm.ɚ/

verb-regular

to cook something liquid, or something with liquid in it, at a temperature slightly below boiling

Ex:Leave the vegetables to simmer for a few minutes.

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UK  /baʊnd/ US  /baʊnd/

adjective

certain or extremely likely to happen

Ex:You're bound to forget people's names occasionally.

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UK  /ˈstræn.dɪd/ US  /ˈstræn.dɪd/

adjective

Left without the means to move from somewhere.

Ex:There is a boat stranded in te middle of the lake

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UK  /ˈʃeɪ.di/ US  /ˈʃeɪ.di/

adjective

sheltered from direct light from the sun.

Ex:We sat on the shady grass for our picnic.

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UK  /ˈlæn.dɪŋ/ US  /ˈlæn.dɪŋ/

noun-uncontable

the fact of an aircraft arriving on the ground or a boat reaching land

Ex:The plane is already landing in Florida

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UK  /deɪz/ US  /deɪz/

noun-uncontable

a state of stunned confusion or bewilderment.

Ex:he was walking around in a daze

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UK  /ˈsɪn.ər/ US  /ˈsɪn.ɚ/

noun-uncontable

a operson who has broken a religiuos or moral law.

Ex:We are all sinners in the eyesof God.

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UK  /mɒʃ/ US  /mɑːʃ/

verb-regular

to dance energetically and violently at a rock concert.

Ex:The performing bands experienced tears of joy as the crowd sang along with their original songs while some were moshing, and others stage diving.

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UK  /rʌʃ/ US  /rʌʃ/

verb-regular

to (cause to) go or do something very quickly

Ex:I've been rushing (about/around) all day trying to get everything done.

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UK  /ˈbliː.tʃəz/ US  /ˈbliː.tʃɚz/

noun-contable

a sloping area of seats at a sports field that are not covered and are therefore not expensive to sit in

Ex:Like every day Luke was waiting for me in the bleachers.

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UK  /pɔːr/ US  /pɔːr/

verb-regular

to make a substance flow from a container, especially into another container, by raising just one side of the container that the substance is in

Ex:Would you like me to pour you some more wine?

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UK  /ˈsted.i/ US  /ˈsted.i/

adjective

happening in a smooth, gradual , and regular way, not suddenly or unexpectedly.

Ex:Progress has been slow but steady.

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UK  /buˈkeɪ/ US  /boʊˈkeɪ/

noun-contable

A group of flowers

Ex:Lando sent me a lovely bouquet when I was sick.

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UK  /hiːl/ US  /hiːl/

noun-contable

the rounded back part of the foot

Ex:A stone was digging into my heel.

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UK  /əˈmaʊnt/ US  /əˈmaʊnt/

noun-uncontable

a collection or mass, especially of something that cannot be counted

Ex:He paid regular amounts of money to a charity.

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UK  /blɜːd/ US  /blɝːd/

adjective

difficult to see

Ex:The photograps was very blurred.

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UK  /bentʃ/ US  /bentʃ/

noun-contable

a long, usually hard seat for two or more people, often found in public places

Ex:I sit in a park bench