Levels 7-9 Week 4 Flashcards
Column
Definition: A vertical section of text in a newspaper, magazine, or table; also, a tall vertical structure in a building.
Example: “She writes a weekly column for the local newspaper.”
Comply with
Definition: To follow rules, laws, or instructions.
Example: “All employees must comply with the company’s safety regulations.”
Consent
Definition: Permission for something to happen or agreement to do something.
Example: “You need parental consent to go on the school trip.”
Debris
Definition: Scattered pieces of waste or remains.
Example: “The storm left debris all over the streets.”
Dispute
Definition: A disagreement or argument.
Example: “The two neighbors had a dispute over the property line.”
Financially stable
Definition: Having enough money to cover expenses and not being at risk of financial trouble.
Example: “He has a good job and is financially stable.”
Foreclose on
Definition: To take possession of a property because the owner cannot make the mortgage payments.
Example: “The bank had to foreclose on their house after they missed several payments.”
Gather
Definition: To collect or bring together.
Example: “We need to gather all the necessary documents before the meeting.”
Give advance notice
Definition: To inform someone about something ahead of time.
Example: “You must give advance notice if you plan to cancel the reservation.”
Handyman
Definition: A person skilled at doing small repairs and maintenance jobs.
Example: “We called a handyman to fix the broken door.”
In good condition
Definition: Something that is well-maintained and in good shape.
Example: “The car is old, but it’s still in good condition.”
In writing
Definition: Expressed or recorded in written form.
Example: “Please confirm the agreement in writing.”
Investment
Definition: The action of putting money into something, like stocks or property, in the hope of making a profit.
Example: “Buying a house is often considered a good investment.”
Malfunction
Definition: A failure to work correctly.
Example: “The printer malfunctioned, and we couldn’t print the documents.”
Mortgage broker
Definition: A person who helps others find and apply for loans to buy property.
Example: “We used a mortgage broker to get the best deal on our home loan.”
