English❤️📚 Flashcards

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Dread

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Fear

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Outrageous

Mr. Erdogan deserves punishment, not rewards, for his outrageous behavior.

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Shocking / horrible

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Velocity

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For example, the velocity of the sound waves is a major factor.

Speed | rapidity

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Utterly

I have been utterly unable to think even of my studies

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Totally / completely

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Serviceable

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Useful صالحة للاستعمال

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Tedious

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Tiresome / boring
# exciting
Sometimes I feel my life is getting tedious

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Invariably

If you look closely enough, there’s invariably a gain.

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Always | consistently

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In retrospect

Sadly, most people only become aware of the opportunity cost in retrospect.

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Looking back / previously

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Futile attempt

However, it was a futile attempt

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ومع ذلك، كانت محاولة غير مجدية.

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Breakthrough

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Step forward / advanced
# setback

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Ponder

Take a few minutes and (ponder) the question before you jump to a conclusion.

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think about (something) carefully, especially before making a decision or reaching a conclusion.

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Squirm

His arms tightened around her as she tried to squirm away.

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Wriggle or twist the body from side to side, especially as a result of nervousness or discomfort. تشنج

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Drowsy

His warmth made her drowsy and comfortable, and she liked the feeling.

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نَعْسان

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Flutter

my heart flutters when i think about him

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(of a bird or other winged creature) fly unsteadily or hover by flapping the wings quickly and lightly. رفرف

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Frail

Daniel was a frail but clever child

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A week person / fragile

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Gradual

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Taking place or progressing slowly or by degrees. تدريجي

Working towards your dream job takes time and is gradual

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Imitate

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Follow as a model
Ilyin tried to imitate Rostov in everything and adored him as a girl might have done.

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Mystify

this disorder continues to mystify researchers, scientists, and doctors.

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Utterly bewilder or perplex (someone).
Confuse يحيرني

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Ordeal
Been with cancer is such an ordeal

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A painful or horrific experience, especially a protracted one.

محنة

20
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Prior

In a prior article, I discussed natural approaches to diabetes.

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Existing or coming before in time, order, or importance.

في مقال سابق.

21
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Steer

Yes, of course, I can steer a ship.

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(of a person) guide or control the movement of (a vehicle, vessel, or aircraft), for example by turning a wheel or operating a rudder.

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Swift

We should make swift and concrete decisions on most issues.

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Happening quickly or promptly

23
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Ascend
Since she could not ascend on high, He descends to earth.

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Climb تصعد

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Assess

Tests that assess learned skills or knowledge are frequently called achievement tests.

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Evaluate or estimate the nature, ability, or quality of.

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Assumption

This, as we all know, was a mistaken assumption.

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A thing that is accepted as true or as certain to happen, without proof. فرضية

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Blend

This city is an perfect blend of present and past.

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Mix (a substance) with another substance so that they combine together.

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Captivity

And so Rachel is weeping as she sees both sides of her family taken into captivity.

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The condition of being imprisoned or confined.

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Coax

You can use the same strategy to try and coax someone else through a problem when they bring it to you.

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Persuasion تملق

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Compromise
Political pressures on all sides make compromise a difficult sell.

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حل وسط agreement

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Disclose
The central bank does not disclose the size of its foreign reserves.

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Reveal / الإفصاح عن

31
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Scam
A lot of people fear that this must be a scam

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احتيال/ tricks

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Frantic

I was frantic trying to find out what was wrong.
Ms behave frantic when I don’t want to answer him

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Wild or distraught with fear, anxiety, or other emotion.
# calm

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Imagine a peaceful and calm beach at sunrise

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Serene

34
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Think of a guard dog who’s always alert and watching for danger

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Vigilant

35
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Imagine deciding to bake a cake for a friend who just come over unexpectedly
That surprise cake is

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Impromptu

36
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Something old fashioned that’s no longer commonly used like nokia

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Absolete

37
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To express oneself clearly and effectively, especially using spoken language.

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Articulate
the candidate tried to articulate their skills and experience clearly, highlighting their achievements

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To communicate or make something known to someone.

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Convey
They conveyed a strong sense of enthusiasm for the position and their ability to be a valuable asset to the team. إيصال

39
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This describes someone or something that can be used for many different purposes or adapted to different situations.

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Versatile
The chef’s versatile skills shone through her menu

40
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It’s often used to present something in a favorable light, drawing attention to its strengths or importance.استعراض
(This emphasizes the importance and quality of the collection.)

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The art gallery is **showcasing **a new collection of paintings by local artists.

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his describes something that is interesting, fascinating, and sparks curiosity.إثارة للاهتمام

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Intriguing
An intriguing story will keep you hooked and wanting to know more.