words-ninth-day
单词释义
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mature - adj./v.
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paraphrase:fully grown or developed
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synonym:grown, ripe, adult
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example:Although the fruit looks ripe, it needs more time to mature before we can eat it.
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imminent - adj.
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paraphrase:about to happen very soon
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synonym:approaching, nearing
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example:The storm clouds suggest rain is imminent, so we should hurry home unless we want to get wet.
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convention - n.
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paraphrase:a formal meeting or accepted way of doing things
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synonym:conference, custom
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example:At the tech convention, which lasted three days, experts discussed AI trends whereas beginners attended workshops.
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portrait - n.
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paraphrase:a painting or photo of a person
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synonym:picture, image
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example:She painted a portrait that captured his smile, which reminded her of their childhood together.
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suppress - v.
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paraphrase:to stop by force or control
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synonym:restrain, quell
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example:The government tried to suppress the protest, but it grew larger when news spread online.
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excess - n./adj.
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paraphrase:more than what is needed
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synonym:surplus, extra
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example:If you eat in excess, you might gain weight unless you exercise regularly.
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religious - adj.
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paraphrase:related to religion or very careful
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synonym:devout, faithful
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example:She follows her routine with religious dedication, whereas her brother prefers spontaneity.
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sanction - n./v.
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paraphrase:official permission or punishment
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synonym:approval, penalty
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example:The UN imposed sanctions, which angered the country’s leaders although they claimed innocence.
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field - n./v.
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paraphrase:an area of land or a subject of study
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synonym:domain, meadow
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example:He works in the medical field, where research is advancing rapidly because of new technology.
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acclaim - n./v.
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paraphrase:public praise
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synonym:praise, applause
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example:The film received critical acclaim when it premiered, even though its budget was small.
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sow - v.
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paraphrase:to plant seeds
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synonym:plant, scatter
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example:Farmers sow crops in spring so that they can harvest them before winter arrives.
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exotic - adj.
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paraphrase:unusual and from a distant place
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synonym:foreign, unusual
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example:She loves exotic fruits, whereas her brother prefers local apples and oranges.
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legitimate - adj.
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paraphrase:legal or reasonable
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synonym:valid, lawful
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example:Although his request seemed odd, it was legitimate because he followed the rules.
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likewise - adv.
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paraphrase:in the same way
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synonym:similarly, also
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example:She enjoys hiking; likewise, her brother loves outdoor activities.
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suspicion - n.
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paraphrase:a feeling that something is wrong
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synonym:doubt, mistrust
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example:He had a suspicion that the deal was too good, which turned out to be true.
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agitate - v.
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paraphrase:to make someone worried or to stir
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synonym:disturb, upset
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example:The loud noise agitated the dog, so it barked until the sound stopped.
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tease - v.
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paraphrase:to make fun of or annoy playfully
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synonym:mock, joke
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example:She teased her brother about his haircut, but she stopped when he got upset.
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sufficient - adj.
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paraphrase:enough for a purpose
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synonym:adequate, enough
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example:Unless you have sufficient evidence, the court won’t accept your claim.
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overlap - v./n.
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paraphrase:to partly cover or share features
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synonym:intersect, coincide
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example:Their work schedules overlap, which makes it hard to meet for lunch.
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swell - v./n.
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paraphrase:to become larger or a rise
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synonym:expand, increase
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example:Her ankle began to swell after she twisted it, so she applied ice.
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steer - v.
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paraphrase:to guide or control direction
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synonym:direct, navigate
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example:He steered the conversation away from politics because it caused arguments.
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controversy - n.
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paraphrase:public disagreement
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synonym:dispute, debate
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example:The new law sparked controversy, whereas supporters argued it was necessary.
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ruling - n.
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paraphrase:an official decision
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synonym:verdict, judgment
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example:The court’s ruling was fair, although some people still disagreed.
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tow - v./n.
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paraphrase:to pull with a rope or chain
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synonym:drag, haul
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example:The truck towed the broken car to the garage, where mechanics could fix it.
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pride - n.
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paraphrase:a feeling of satisfaction
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synonym:dignity, self-respect
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example:She felt pride when she finished the project, which took months of hard work.
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brace - v./n.
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paraphrase:to prepare for something difficult or a support
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synonym:strengthen, support
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example:Brace yourself for bad news, although I hope it’s not too serious.
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obligation - n.
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paraphrase:something you must do
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synonym:duty, responsibility
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example:He felt an obligation to help his neighbor, even though he was busy.
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navy - n.
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paraphrase:the part of the military that operates at sea
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synonym:fleet, maritime force
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example:The navy protects the coast, whereas the army defends land borders.
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virtue - n.
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paraphrase:good moral quality
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synonym:goodness, morality
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example:Patience is a virtue that helps people stay calm when things go wrong.
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mere - adj.
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paraphrase:nothing more than
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synonym:only, just
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example:The idea seemed mere gossip at first, but it turned out to be true.
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casual - adj.
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paraphrase:not formal or relaxed
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synonym:informal, relaxed
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example:He wore casual clothes to the party, whereas others dressed formally.
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gum - n.
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paraphrase:a sticky substance or part of the mouth
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synonym:adhesive, chewing gum
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example:She blew a bubble with her gum, which popped and stuck to her face.
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stem - n./v.
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paraphrase:the main part of a plant or to stop something
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synonym:stalk, originate
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example:The problem stems from poor communication, so we need to talk more.
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status - n.
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paraphrase:social or professional position
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synonym:rank, standing
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example:His status at work improved after he completed the project successfully.
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contingent - adj./n.
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paraphrase:dependent on something else or a group
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synonym:dependent, delegation
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example:Our plans are contingent on the weather, so we’ll decide tomorrow.
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robust - adj.
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paraphrase:strong and healthy
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synonym:sturdy, vigorous
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example:The robust design of the bridge ensures it can withstand heavy storms.
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supervise - v.
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paraphrase:to watch and direct
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synonym:oversee, manage
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example:She supervises the team, which includes five new employees.
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absorb - v.
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paraphrase:to take in or soak up
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synonym:soak, assimilate
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example:The sponge absorbed the water quickly, whereas the cloth took longer.
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regardless - adv.
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paraphrase:without considering
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synonym:anyway, nevertheless
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example:Regardless of the cost, they decided to travel because they needed a break.
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obscure - adj./v.
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paraphrase:not well known or to hide
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synonym:unclear, hidden
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example:The artist was obscure at first, but her work gained fame over time.
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screen - n./v.
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paraphrase:a flat surface or to examine
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synonym:monitor, filter
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example:The doctor screened patients for symptoms, although most were healthy.
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apart - adv.
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paraphrase:separated by distance
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synonym:separate, away
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example:They live apart now, whereas they used to share an apartment.
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brand - n./v.
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paraphrase:a type of product or to mark
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synonym:label, trademark
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example:She prefers this brand of shoes because they last longer than others.
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assemble - v.
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paraphrase:to gather or put together
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synonym:gather, build
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example:They assembled the furniture, which took hours because the instructions were unclear.
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pool - n./v.
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paraphrase:a small area of water or to combine
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synonym:pond, combine
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example:We pooled our money to buy a gift, although some couldn’t contribute much.
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disturb - v.
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paraphrase:to interrupt or bother
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synonym:interrupt, annoy
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example:Please don’t disturb him while he’s working unless it’s urgent.
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elaborate - adj./v.
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paraphrase:detailed or to explain more
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synonym:complex, detailed
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example:She gave an elaborate explanation, which confused some listeners.
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susceptible - adj.
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paraphrase:easily affected
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synonym:vulnerable, prone
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example:Children are susceptible to colds, so they should wash their hands often.
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halve - v.
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paraphrase:to divide into two equal parts
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synonym:split, divide
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example:If we halve the recipe, we’ll have enough for four people instead of eight.
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march - v./n.
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paraphrase:to walk in a group or a month
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synonym:parade, walk
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example:They marched through the city, where crowds cheered them on.
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