oxford word skill Flashcards

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bald going bald

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bald > with no hair on the head going bald >losing hair /receding of hair **receding: go or move back or further away from a previous position exp: the floodwaters had receded.

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with a completely flat surface

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having brown skin after spending time in the sun

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thin in an attractive way exp of slender : her slender neck

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the shape of a woman's body

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become grey haired or white haired

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tidy and carefully arranged

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in good/bad physical condition

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imagine or think of sb in a particular way EXP: my mother always sees him as a hardworking person.

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adj having a strong desire to do well or be successful . exp: he is so ambitious when it comes to big exams . مشتاق موفقیت-بلند پرواز

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feeling sure about your own ability opp> insecure

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uncertain or anxious bout oneself;not confident exp: he still feels insecure about his ability to do the job. i wonder ehat it was about her upbringing that made her so insecure

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happy to give more money and help than is usual

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not able to stay calm and wait for sth/sb exp: he's a good teacher, but inclined to be impatient with slow learners .

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adj thinking you are better than other people .

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1- not large is size or amount , or not expensive exp: they live in a fairly modest house , considering their wealth./ there has been a modest improvement in housing conditions for the poor. 2- not usually talking about or making obvious your own abilities and achievements. exp: he's very modest about his achievements .

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likely to fight or argue

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feeling happy

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relaxed and not worried by what other people do exp: an easy going attitude

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the ability to be very active without getting tired

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**responsible for someone/sth 1- to have control and authority over sth/someone and the duty of taking care of it/her or him . exp: paul is directly responsible for the efficient running of office ./ 2-be the person who caused sth to happen .especially sth bad exp; last month's bad weather was responsible for the crop failure . **be responsible to someone/sth to be controlled by someone /sth exp: in australia, the prime minister and the cabinet are responsible to the house of representatives .

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always telling the truth

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able to work with effort and for a long time

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able to accept ideas you don't agree with

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very happy and excited exp: his kiss thrilled her

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very angry exp: i lost his keys so e was absolutely furious .

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very suprised exp: i was astonished to hear he was married.

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very sad and emotionally upset . exp: my mom was heartbroken when when her mother died .

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very frightened exp: i was terrified when the plane took off.

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very afraid * often + of exp: she was scared stiff of flying

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unhappy and depressed exp: you look very miserable.

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annoyd , unhappy , or bored , especially with a situation that has existed for a long time exp: he was fed up with doing all the work alone.

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pleased about sth you or other people have done. exp: i was so proud of her when she open her first bakery / i felt very proud when my book was published .

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angry or sad because you're afraid of losing sb's love or because sb has sth you don't have(= envoius) exp: my bf is jealous when i'm with other boys/ i've aways been jealous of tom;everyone likes him

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feeling or showing envy exp: i'm envious of their happiness.

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worried an afraid exp: the hospital enviroment always makes me so anxious.

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sad and angry because of sth that has happened. exp: sally was very upset because no one spoke to her .

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1- able to understand people's feelings and problems (positive meaning) exp: i think i'm quite sensitive ,so i try not to upset other people . 2- easily upset ( nEgative meaning) exp: i'm sensitive about my appearance

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having strong feelings, and often showing them .

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express your feelings openly

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feel angry or unhappy at a particular time .

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say sth that makes sb unhappy

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if you are moody , you often change and become angry or unhappy for no obvious reason.

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being kind and showing you understand sb's problems.

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giving help to sb who has a problem.

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to form friendly relationships. exp: I find it difficult to make friends .

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have a good relationship with somebody. exp: I didn't get on well with my classmates because they like to bully me

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feel sure that sb will do what they say they will do syn> depend on sb

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believe sb is good and won't hurt you

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being a friend to sb , even in difficult times exp: moslims are loyal to their prophets .

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a sociable person likes the company of other people

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( of two or more people ) stay in contact by speaking or writing to each other exp: I've kept in touch with my school teachers.

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meet sb a number of times and become friends

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each other

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(of two or more people ) meet for a social reason

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used when a problem happens in a relationship or situation. EXP: things got wrong between me and my boyfriend

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begin to understand sth that you didn't know before exp: she realized the only way to succession is determination

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(of two people ) have no interests that are the same

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feel sorry about sth you did or didn't do.

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stop being in a romantic relationship with sb. exp: it's hard for me to split up with him

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have sb as a boyfriend or girlfriend EXP: she went out on a date with this 30 year old man .

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argue with sb and stop being friendly with them exp: he left home after falling out with his parents.

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have an angry discussion

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a child with no brothers or sisters exp: merlyn Monroe was an onlychild .

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a mother or father who look after their children alone

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sb who looks after another person's child in their home for a time

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take sb's child into your family and legally make them you child.

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legally end your marriage

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look after a child and teach them how to live

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belonging to the same family.group or type /connected

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a person in your family who lived a long time ago/ a person, typically one more remote than a grandparent, from whom one is descended. exp: he could trace his ancestors back to James the first.

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a person who comes to a foreign country to live there . we are always gonna be some immigrants who ran away from our motherlands.

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leave your country in order to live in another.

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all the people in a family born at about the same time

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to look or behave like an older relative exp; she takes after her father

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A formal ,public event

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relating to religion: exp;1- I don't want them to impose their religious beliefs on my children. 2-There's a religious assembly every morning

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a ceremony which takes place in a church , mosque , temple , etc.

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not military or religious, or relating to the ordinary people of a country exp : 1- Helicopters are mainly used for military rather than civil use. 2-After ten years of military dictatorship, the country now has a civil government. 3-The equipment was all for civil use.

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non religious one

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a party to celebrate the marriage ceremony of two people exp : The wedding will be held at St Martin's Church and the wedding reception at the Crathorne Hotel.

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a traditional thing is sth that people have done for a long time exp: 1-The villagers retain a strong attachment to their traditional values/customs/beliefs. 2- The dancers were wearing traditional Hungarian dress/costume. 3-She's very traditional (in her ideas and opinions).

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give a formal talk to a lot of people at a special event

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raise a glass of wine , etc to wish sb success or happiness

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say that you hope good things will happen to sb

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A holiday for a couple who have just got married

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Have a special meal, party , etc. to show you are happy about sth.

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The date on which sth happened the previous year or in the past .

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We called the couple bride and groom on their wedding day

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After couples got married the become husband and wife

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A place in the ground where a dead person is buried Exp: 1- a mass grave 2- an unmarked grave 3- a grave digger 4- he visits his mother’s grave every sunday 5- they lowered the coffin into the grave 6- sometimes i think these children are going to drive me to an early grave.

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A stone that shows where a dead person is buried , usually with the name and the years of birth and death of that person written on it . Syn: tombstone/headstone

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A person who is feeling or expressing sadness,or who is at a funeral

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Yo feel or express great sadness ,especially because of someone’s death Exp: 1-she was still mourning for her brother 2- queen victoria mourned prince albert’s death for 40 years.

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Rain heavily Exp: You’d better take an umbrella , it’s poyring out there .

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= soaked Extremely wet Exp: It’s so hot outside , i’ve been walking ten minutes and my shirt is soaking wet

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(N) Rain in very small ,light drops Exp: Tomorrow will be cloudy with outbreaks of rain and drizzle. (V) To pout liquid slowly over sth,especially in a thin line or in small drops Exp: Drizzle the syrup over the pancakes.

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Extremely and unpleasantly cold Exp: 1- i remember it was a bitterly cold December night. 2-it was a long and bitterly cold winter 3- A bitterly cold northerly wind swept over the east of the country.

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A little too cold to be comfortable (Of a weather,conditions in a room,or parts of the body) Exp: 1-the bathroom gets chilly in the winter 2- I feel a bit chilly so i put on a jacket 3- it gets chilly in the evening

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Mild weather is not very cold or not as cold as usual Exp: We’ve had a mild winter this year.

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A period of time such as a few weeks when the weather is much hotter than usual.

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When the weather is muggy , it is unpleasantly warm and the air contains a lot of water. Syn> sticky/humid **humid: (of air and weather conditions ) containing extremely small drops of water in the air.

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Slightly wet , especially in a way that is not pleasant or comfortable. Exp: 1-The grass is still damp. 2-the shirt still feels a bit damp نم دار ** M oist: slightly wet,especially in a good way Exp: 1-keep the soil in the spot moist but not too wet 2-this cake is nice and moice

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A)Thin fog produced by very small deops of water collecting in the air just above an area of ground or water(nit as thick as fog) Exp: The mountain villages seem to be permanently shrouded in mist B) A thin layer of liquid on the surface of something that makes it difficultto see Exp: There is always a mist on the bathroom mirror when i ‘ve had a shower.

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A)The thin ,white layer of ice that forms when the air temperature is below the freezing point of water,especially outside at night. Exp: When i woke up this morning ,the ground was covered with frost. B) A weather condition in which the air temperature falls below the freezing point of water,especially outside at night. Exp: 1-There was a frost last night 2-There was a heavy frost last night and the ground is still hard 3-These plants are particularly susceptible to frost.

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A light and pleasant wind Exp: 1-a warm/cool breeze 2-she let the gentle breeze cool her face. 3- Flags flapped in the breeze above their tents 4-the breeze rippled the water.

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A strong wind Exp: Hundreds of old trees were blown down in the gales.

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the general weather conditions usually found in a particular place./ weather pattern exp: 1-a hot/dry/harsh climate 2-The Mediterranean climate is good for growing citrus fruits and grapes. 3-As you go further south, you will notice a gradual change of climate.

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the air, water, and land in or on which people, animals, and plants live exp: 1-We must ensure that tourism develops in harmony with the environment. 2-We won't invest in any company that pollutes the environment. 3-A dangerous amount of radioactivity was released into the environment last month. 4-It would be better for the environment if more people used bikes rather than cars.

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a person who is interested in or studies the environment and who tries to protect it from being damaged by human activities exp: Environmentalists are working to improve the quality of our lakes and rivers.

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happening or changing slowly over a long period of time or distance: exp: 1-There has been a gradual improvement in our sales figures over the last two years. 2-As you go further south, you will notice a gradual change of climate. 3-Her conversion to Buddhism/Islam was a very gradual process. 4-He suffered a gradual loss of memory. 5-There is a gradual build-up of suspense throughout the film, until it comes to an unexpected ending.

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the mixture of gases around the earth and planets. exp: 1-These factories are releasing toxic gases into the atmosphere. 2-the search for planets with a breathable atmosphere

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causing damage, injury , or illness. exp: 1-This group of chemicals is known to be harmful to people with asthma.

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a substance in a form like air that is neither solid nor liquid: 1-Oxygen, hydrogen, and nitrogen are all gases. 2-poisonous/inflammable/toxic gas

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damage caused to water, air, etc. by harmful substances or waste exp: 1-air/water pollution 2-The manifesto includes tough measures to tackle road congestion and environmental pollution. 3-Car exhaust is the main reason for the city's pollution

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to make an area or substance, usually air, water, or soil, dirty or harmful to people, animals, and plants, especially by adding harmful chemicals exp: 1-The pesticides used on many farms are polluting the water supply. 2-We won't invest in any company that pollutes the environment.

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A)go higher / increase exp; 1-Inflation is rising at/by 2.1 percent a month. B)to stand, especially after sitting: 1-She rose from her chair to welcome us. 2-He rose to his feet to deliver his speech. C)to get out of bed: My grandfather rises at five every morning to do his exercises. D)to move upwards: exp: 1-The balloon rose gently (up) into the air. 2-At 6 a.m. we watched the sun rise (= appear opp> fall noun: an increase exp: August has seen a large rise in the number of unemployed.

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very large in amount or degree: exp: extreme pain/stupidity/wealth

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If sth is unpredictable. you can't say how it will change in the future exp: 1-The weather there can be unpredictable - one minute it's blue skies and the next minute it's pouring rain. 2-

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If people or things disappear, they go somewhere where they cannot be seen or found: exp: 1-The search was called off for the sailors who disappeared in the storm. 2-The sun disappeared behind a cloud. 3-We looked for her but she had disappeared into the crowd. 4-The movie is about a girl who mysteriously disappeared while on a picnic at Hanging Rock. syn>vanish

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a situation in which there is not enough food for a great number of people, causing illness and death, or a particular period when this happens: exp: 1-Another crop failure could result in widespread famine. 2-There were reports of refugees dying of famine.

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(an) illness of people, animals, plants, etc., caused by infection or a failure of health rather than by an accident exp: 1-a contagious/infectious disease 2-They reported a sudden outbreak of the disease in the south of the country. 3-She has caught/contracted (= begun to have) a lung disease/disease of the lungs

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a violent wind and storm that has a circular movement, especially in the West Atlantic Ocean: exp: 1-The state of Florida was hit by a hurricane that did serious damage. 2-Hurricane force (= very strong) winds are expected tonight. 3-The roof of their house caved in during a hurricane. 4-People living in the track of the hurricane have been advised to leave their homes until it has passed syn>typhoon (in asia)

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a violent wind that has a circular movement, found in the West Pacific Ocean: exp: The 169,000-ton vessel went down during a typhoon in the South China Sea.

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a sudden violent movement of the earth's surface, sometimes causing great damage: exp: In 1906 an earthquake destroyed much of San Francisco.

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an extremely large ocean wave that is caused by a storm or earthquake , and which destroys things when it reaches land . syn> tsunami : an extremely large wave caused by a violent movement of the earth under the sea: exp:She left the area after she lost her house and her family in the tsunami.

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a mountain with a large, circular hole at the top through which lava (= hot liquid rock) gases, steam, and dust are or have been forced out: exp: 1-an extinct/dormant volcano 2-an active volcano 3-The long-dormant volcano has recently shown signs of erupting. 4-Since the volcano last erupted, many houses have been built in a dangerous position on its slopes.

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an occasion when a volcano explodes, and flames and rocks come out of it, or the act of doing this: exp: 1-a volcanic eruption 2-Scientists fear that a volcanic eruption on the Canary Island of La Palma will send a chunk of island collapsing into the sea. 3-Recent eruptions have claimed the lives of journalists and scientists.

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hot liquid rock that comes out of the earth through a volcano, or the solid rock formed when it cools: exp: molten lava

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a long period when there is little or no rain: exp:This year (a) severe drought has ruined the crops.

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(the total amount collected of) a plant such as a grain, fruit, or vegetable grown in large amounts: exp: 1-The main crops grown for export are coffee and rice. 2-a bumper (= very good) potato crop 3-After three crop failures in a row, the people face starvation. محصول

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(an event that results in) great harm, damage, or death, or serious difficulty: exp: 1-An inquiry was ordered into the recent rail disaster (= a serious train accident). 2-It would be a disaster for me if I lost my job. 3-This is one of the worst natural disasters ever to befall the area. 4-Heavy and prolonged rain can spell disaster for many plants. 5-Inviting James and Ivan to dinner on the same evening was a recipe for disaster (= caused a very difficult situation) - they always argue with each other.

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using force to hurt or attack: exp: 1-He yells a lot but I don't think he's ever been physically violent towards her. 2-Her ex-boyfriend was violent. خشونت آمیز

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happening or done quickly and without warning: exp: 1-Drop the gun, put your hands in the air, and don't make any sudden movements. 2-He had a sudden heart attack while he was on holiday. 3-I'd strongly advise against making a sudden decision. 4-Everyone in the office was surprised by Graham's sudden departure. suddenly: 1-Rosie suddenly grasped my hand. 2-"Do you remember much about the accident?" "No, it all happened so suddenly." 3-I was woken up suddenly by the sound of someone hammering on the front door.

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the surface of the earth exp: 1-The plane dived towards the ground and exploded in a ball of flame. 2-I sat down on the ground.

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noun harm or injury caused when sth is broken exp: 1-Strong winds had caused serious damage to the roof. 2-The doctors were worried that he might have suffered brain damage. 3-Recent discoveries about corruption have done serious damage to the company's reputation. verb to harm or spoil something: exp: 1-Smoking is likely to damage your health permanently. 2-Certain chemicals have been banned because they are damaging the environment. 3-Certain chemicals have been banned because they are damaging the environment.

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to damage something so badly that it cannot be used: exp: 1-These guns will destroy or disable any incoming missile. 2-Many important historical documents were destroyed in the fire. 3-The accident seemed to have completely/totally destroyed his confidence.

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suffer or die because you don't have enough food

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near or around sth

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make a sudden violent contact withsb/sth exp: teachers are not allowed to hit the pupils. 2- earthquake hits Kashmir. syn>strike

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verb to fall down suddenly because of pressure or having no strength or support: 1-Thousands of buildings collapsed in the earthquake. 2-The chair collapsed under her weight. 3- He thought his whole world had collapsed when his wife died. noun A)the sudden failure of a system, organization, business, etc. exp:1-I don't know what caused the collapse of her marriage. 2-Negotiations between the two countries are on the brink/verge of collapse (= very soon going to fail). B)the sudden falling movement of a person or structure that has become too weak to stand: 1-He was taken to hospital after his collapse on the pitch. 2-the collapse of a building during the earthquake

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A) to cause a person or place to suffer severely from the effects of something very unpleasant that happens suddenly: exp: 1- have a life insurance policy that will take care of my family if disaster strikes. 2-The disease has struck the whole community, sometimes wiping out whole families. 3-They predict that a large earthquake will strike the west coast before the end of the decade. B)to hit or attack someone or something forcefully or violently: exp:1-The autopsy revealed that his murderer had struck him on the head with an iron bar. 2-Have you ever been struck by lightning?

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to move people from a dangerous place to somewhere safe: exp: 1-The police evacuated the village shortly before the explosion. 2-A thousand people were evacuated from their homes following the floods.

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a dangerous or unpleasant situation which you have got into and from which it is difficult or impossible to escape: exp: 1-She's too smart to fall into the trap of working without pay. 2-His foot was caught in the jaws of the trap. 3-We set a trap and they walked right into it.

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If someone or something is trapped, that person or thing is unable to move or escape from a place or situation: exp: 1-The two men died when they were trapped in a burning building. 2-Fire officers used cutting equipment to free his legs, which were trapped under a steel beam 3- Jack left the job after ten years because he was beginning to feel trapped.

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the number of people who die because of an event such as a war or an accident: exp:The day after the explosion the death toll had risen to 90.

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large or of noticeable importance: exp:The fire caused considerable damage to the church.

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extremely important or necessary: exp: 1-a crucial decision/question 2-Her work has been crucial to the project's success. 3-It is crucial that the problem is tackled immediately.

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to help someone or something out of a dangerous, harmful, or unpleasant situation: exp: 1-The lifeboat rescued the sailors from the sinking boat. 2-They shouted for help, but nobody came to rescue them. 3-A goal just before half-time rescued the match from mediocrity. syn>save sb

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make sth continue at a certain level exp: 1-The army has been brought in to maintain order in the region. 2-We have standards to maintain. 3-Despite living in different countries, the two families have maintained close links. 4-With an election approaching, the prime minister is keen to maintain his popularity. 5-The Queen has maintained political neutrality throughout her reign. 6-Security during the president's visit must be maintained at all costs.

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noun an amount of something that is available for use: exp: 1-The refugees are urgently in need of food and medical supplies. 2-Extensive mining has reduced the supplies of coal in the area. 3-Extensive mining has reduced the supplies of coal in the area. 4-He seems to think that I have an endless supply of money. موجودی verb to provide something that is wanted or needed, often in large quantities and over a long period of time: exp: 1-Electrical power is supplied by underground cables. 2-Three people have been arrested for supplying arms to the terrorists.

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producing a dangerous substance(poison) that can kill or harm you exp: 1-Can you tell the difference between poisonous mushrooms and edible varieties? 2-Carbon monoxide is a colourless, odourless, poisonous gas.

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If things of the same type vary, they are different from each other, and if you vary them, you cause them to be different from each other: 1-The samples varied in quality but were generally acceptable. 2-Estimates of the amount of money needed to decontaminate the heavily polluted chemical installations vary. 3-Application forms vary greatly in layout and length. 4-The cheeses vary in pungency 5-Prices vary widely from shop to shop.

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to have a heaviness of a stated amount, or to measure the heaviness of an object: وزن داشتن / وزن کردن exp: 1-Yesterday a satellite weighing 15 tons was successfully placed in orbit. 2-She weighs herself every week on the scales in the bathroom. 3-Your luggage must be weighed before it is put on the aircraft.

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to continue to live or exist, especially after coming close to dying or being destroyed or after being in a difficult or threatening situation exp:1-The baby was born with a heart problem and only survived for a few hours. 2-None of Shakespeare's plays survives in its original manuscript form.

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the length of time for which a person, animal, or thing exists exp: 1-The average human lifespan in the developed countries has increased over the last hundred years. 2-The project's lifespan is estimated at about five years. syn > life expectancy (for people)

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to chase and try to catch and kill an animal or bird for food, sport, or profit exp: 1-Some animals hunt at night. 2-When lion cubs are young, the mother stays with them while the father hunts for food. 3-Jack and Charlie like to hunt/go hunting (= chase and kill animals for sport) at weekends.

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a flying insect, often black and yellow, that can sting (= produce a small, painful skin injury) exp: 1-There's a wasps' nest in that old tree. 2-a wasp sting 3-A wasp came towards us and Howard started flailing his arms around. 4- I got stung by a wasp yesterday.

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a flying insect, often black and yellow, that can sting (= produce a small, painful skin injury) exp: 1-There's a wasps' nest in that old tree. 2-a wasp sting 3-A wasp came towards us and Howard started flailing his arms around. 4- I got stung by a wasp yesterday.

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verb to try to hurt or defeat using violence exp: 1-He was attacked and seriously injured by a gang of youths. 2-He attacked the man with a broken bottle. 3-The army has been criticized for attacking the unarmed civilian population. noun a violent act intended to hurt or damage someone or something: exp: 1-These bomb blasts suggest that the terrorists are (going) on the attack (= trying to defeat or hurt other people) again. 2-The town was once again under attack (= being attacked). 3-a racist attack 4-Enemy forces have made an attack on the city.

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verb If an insect, plant, or animal stings, it produces a small but painful injury, usually with a poison, by brushing against the skin or making a very small hole in the skin: exp;I didn't see the nettles until I was stung by them. noun a sudden burning pain in your eyes, on your skin, etc., or the ability to cause such pain: exp: 1-She had several bee stings. 2-the sting of salt in a wound 3-Some types of jellyfish have a powerful sting.

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a young cow, or the young of various other large mammals such as elephants and whales

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a group of animals that includes cows, buffalo, and bison, that are often kept for their milk or meat:

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a large group of animals of the same type that live and feed together: a herd of cattle/elephants/goats

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a type of plant whose leaves are used in cooking to give flavour to particular dishes or in making medicine: exp: 1-dried/fresh herbs 2-Basil, oregano, thyme, and rosemary are all herbs. 3-A large range of herbs and spices are used in South Asian cooking. 4-Chop the herbs very finely. گیاه

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گیاه جعفری

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گیاه ریحان

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آویشن

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رزماری

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آلو Peaches, plums, dates, avocados, and olives all contain stones.

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زرد آلو

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انجیر

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a small fruit with thick purple or yellow skin and many seed

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a large oval fruit with a yellowish skin and sweet orange flesh, or the tropical tree on which this grows

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پیازچه / تره فرنگی

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رازیانه

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a plant with a round mass of pointed parts like leaves surrounding its flower that are eaten as a vegetable:

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گوشت گوساله meat from a calf

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ماهی قزل آلا

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ماهی کاد

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ماهی شیر

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صدف خوراکی a large flat sea creature that lives in a shell, some types of which can be eaten either cooked or uncooked, and other types of which produce pearls (= small round white precious stones)

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انواع ماهی مرکب a sea creature with a long body and ten arms situated around the mouth, or this animal eaten as food

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خرچنگ دریایی an animal that lives in the sea and has a long body covered with a hard shell, two large claws, and eight legs, or its flesh when used as food

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خرچنگ a sea creature with five pairs of legs and a round, flat body covered by a shell, or its flesh eaten as food:

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a type of sea creature with a shell in two parts that can close together tightly, and a soft body that can be eaten حلزون دو کپه ای یا صدف خوراکی

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a small sea creature that has a black shell with two parts that close tightly together. Mussels can be eaten. صدف

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a bad use of your time and money

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A)to make something continue at its present level and not allow it to fall: exp:You must eat to keep your strength up. B) to continue without stopping or changing, or to continue something without allowing it to stop or change: exp: 1-Keep up the good work! 2-keep up the diet

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become heavier and fatter opp> lose weight

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food that is unhealthy but is quick and easy to eat

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an amount or supply that is enough or more than enough, or a large number or amount: exp: 1-This car has plenty of power. 2-I didn’t eat them all – there’s plenty left for you. 3- This car cost me plenty (= a lot of money). 4-"Would you like some more wine?" "No thanks, I've had plenty." 5-We've got plenty of time before we need to leave for the airport.

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a drink containing small bubbles of gas

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Fattening food contains a lot of fat, sugar, etc. that would quickly make you fatter if you ate a lot of it:

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to do or use less of something/to reduce the number, amount, or size of something: exp: 1-I'm trying to cut down on caffeine. 2-She used to work 50 hours a week, but recently she's cut down 3-Patients were asked if they had cut down their use of painkillers. 4-I need to cut this section down to 500 words. 5-The supermarket chain has promised to cut down on packaging.

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physical activity that keeps you healthy

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eating less to lose weight

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the food and drink usually eaten or drunk by a person or group: exp: 1-Diet varies between different countries in the world. 2-a healthy/balanced/varied diet 3-Rice is the staple diet (= most important food) of many people in China.

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a set of instructions telling you how to prepare and cook food, including a list of what food is needed for this: exp: 1-For real South Asian food, just follow these recipes. 2-Do you know a good recipe for wholemeal bread?

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a small house, usually in the countryside: exp: 1-They live in an idyllic country/thatched cottage, with roses around the door. 2-We rented a little beach cottage on the North Caroline coast.

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a dish consisting of a layer of small pieces of meat covered with a thick layer of mashed potato

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soft, white cheese made from milk curds (= the solid part of the milk) with some whey (= the liquid part) left in

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the food items you need to have to make sth to eat exp: The list of ingredients included 250 g of almonds.

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a liquid used to add flavour to food, made by boiling meat or fish bones or vegetables in water: vegetable/beef/chicken stock

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cook sth in water usually in a saucepan exp:1-I've boiled some potatoes for dinner. 2-boiled carrots

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cook sth in oil usually is a frying pan exp: 1-Remember to cut off the fat before you fry the steak. 2-First, fry the garlic. Next, add the ginger.

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put sth together with sth else

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a container, flatter than a bowl and sometimes with a lid, from which food can be served or which can be used for cooking: exp:an oven-proof dish

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cook sth in the oven without oil or fat exp:1-I made the icing while the cake was baking. 2-a baked potato 3-freshly baked bread 4-Bake at 180°C for about 20 minutes.

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cook sth in the oven without oil or fat

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A)to cook food in an oven with oil or over a fire: exp: 1-Just roast the chicken in the oven and baste it in oil and lemon. 2- We lay on the beach and roasted (= got very hot) in the Mediterranean sun. B)to heat nuts or coffee beans so that they become drier and browner

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meat, usually beef, that has been cut up into very small pieces, often using a special machine **minced = (especially of meat) having been cut up into very small pieces: minced beef/lamb/onions/garlic

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to remove the skin of fruit and vegetables: exp:Could you peel the carrots?

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to crush food, usually after cooking it, so that it forms a soft mass: Mash the potatoes and then mix in the butter and herbs.

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to cut something into pieces with an axe, knife, or other sharp instrument: exp: 1-He was chopping wood in the yard. 2-Add some fresh parsley, finely chopped. 3-Chop (up) the onions and carrots roughly.

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to cut something into pieces with an axe, knife, or other sharp instrument: exp: 1-He was chopping wood in the yard. 2-Add some fresh parsley, finely chopped. 3-Chop (up) the onions and carrots roughly.

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to mix a liquid or other substance by moving an object such as a spoon in a circular pattern: exp 1-Stir the sauce gently until it begins to boil. 2-Stir the egg yolks into the mixture. 2-She paused to stir some milk into her coffee.

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to mix a liquid or other substance by moving an object such as a spoon in a circular pattern: exp 1-Stir the sauce gently until it begins to boil. 2-Stir the egg yolks into the mixture. 2-She paused to stir some milk into her coffee.

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to be able to buy or do something because you have enough money: exp: 1-He is over 60 and can't afford his pension contributions. 2-Debt is not necessarily a bad thing if the consumer can afford to pay it back. 3-I don't know how he can afford a new car on his salary.

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noun a mark on the surface of sth made by a sharp object. exp: 1-Her legs were covered in scratches and bruises after her walk through the forest. 2-There was a scratch on the CD. 3-Amazingly, he survived the accident without a scratch (= without suffering any injuries at all). verb to cut or damage a surface or your skin slightly with or on something sharp or rough: exp:1-We scratched the wall trying to get the bed into Martha's room. 2-Be careful not to scratch yourself on the roses.

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a reduction in the usual price: exp: 1-They usually give you a discount if you buy multiple copies. 2-They offer a ten percent discount on travel for students. 3-The discount applies only to children under (the age of) ten. 4-People who work in the trade can buy their books at a discount.

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less money exp: 1-This coupon allows you to claim 10% off all DVDs. 2-I'll knock £20 off if you pay by cash. 3-She asked for some money off because the book was slightly damaged. 4-There's up to 50% off everything in our massive sale which starts next week. 5-The card entitles you to 30% off all rail fares.

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a piece of paper that shows that sth has been paid for exp:1-Make sure you are given a receipt for everything you buy. 2-More retailers are switching to email receipts instead of paper. 3-Keep your receipt as proof of purchase. 4-If you've got your receipt you can usually exchange the goods.

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an amount of money that is given back to you, especially because you are not happy with a product or service that you have bought exp: I took the radio back to the shop and asked for/demanded/got/was given a refund.

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an amount of money that is given back to you, especially because you are not happy with a product or service that you have bought exp: I took the radio back to the shop and asked for/demanded/got/was given a refund.

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an occasion when goods are sold at a lower price than usual: exp: 1-a mid-season/end-of-season sale 2-a clearance/closing-down sale 3-I bought this in the January sales. 4-sale goods/prices

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something on sale at a lower price than its true value: exp; 1-This coat was half-price - a real bargain. T2-he airline regularly offers last-minute bookings at bargain prices. 3-The sales had started and the bargain hunters (= people looking for things at a low price) were out in force.

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the money that is returned to someone who has paid for something that costs less than the amount that they gave: exp: 1-She delved into her pocket to find some change. 2-He fumbled in his pockets for some change. 3-I think you've given me the wrong change.

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money that is earned from doing work or received from investments exp: 1-The report shows that poor families spend a larger proportion of their income on food. 2-The money I get from teaching evening classes provides a supplement to my main income. 3-Average incomes have risen by 4.5 percent over the past year. 4-More help is needed for people on low incomes. 5-St Lucia depends on its clean coastal waters because fishing and tourism provide much of its income.

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money that is earned from doing work or received from investments exp: 1-The report shows that poor families spend a larger proportion of their income on food. 2-The money I get from teaching evening classes provides a supplement to my main income. 3-Average incomes have risen by 4.5 percent over the past year. 4-More help is needed for people on low incomes. 5-St Lucia depends on its clean coastal waters because fishing and tourism provide much of its income.

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money that is earned from doing work or received from investments exp: 1-The report shows that poor families spend a larger proportion of their income on food. 2-The money I get from teaching evening classes provides a supplement to my main income. 3-Average incomes have risen by 4.5 percent over the past year. 4-More help is needed for people on low incomes. 5-St Lucia depends on its clean coastal waters because fishing and tourism provide much of its income.

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rich syn> well off exp: 1-He's a very wealthy man. 2-With their natural resources they are potentially a very wealthy country.

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having a particular value, especially in money: exp: 1-Our house is worth £200,000. 2-Heroin worth about $5 million was seized. 3-Thieves broke the shop window and carried off jewellery worth thousands of pounds. 4-Buying those shares was a very far-sighted move - they must be worth ten times their original value now. 5-Buying those shares was a very far-sighted move - they must be worth ten times their original value now. 6-Any painting by Van Gogh is worth a fortune.

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be very expensive

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to give a judgment about how much money something might be sold for exp: 1-He valued the painting at $2,000. 2-The insurance company said I should have my jewellery valued. 3-The pearl, valued at £75 000, is so big that it has been described as a freak of nature. 4-We're getting an estate agent to value our house. 5-Experts have valued the pottery at over £5,000.

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A)to give a judgment about how much money something might be sold for exp: 1-He valued the painting at $2,000. 2-The insurance company said I should have my jewellery valued. 3-The pearl, valued at £75 000, is so big that it has been described as a freak of nature. 4-We're getting an estate agent to value our house. 5-Experts have valued the pottery at over £5,000. B) consider sth important I've always valued her advice

Answer 237

a bad use of money exp: the house was a waste of money

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to have something that legally belongs to you: exp: 1-They own 20% of the company's stock. 2-Who owns/holds the copyright on this article? 3-She owns a popular tourist restaurant on the town's waterfront.

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to have something that legally belongs to you: exp: 1-They own 20% of the company's stock. 2-Who owns/holds the copyright on this article? 3-She owns a popular tourist restaurant on the town's waterfront.

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very large syn> massive

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without money exp: 1-I can't afford to go on holiday this year - I'm (flat) broke. 2-Many small businesses went broke (= lost all their money) during the recession.

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(have debts ) to need to pay or give something to someone because they have lent money to you, or in exchange for something they have done for you: exp: 1-I owe Janet $50. 2-We still owe $1,000 on our car (= we still need to pay $1,000 before we own our car). 3-I owe you a drink for helping me move. 4-I think you owe (= should give) me an explanation/apology.

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something, especially money, that is owed to someone else, or the state of owing something exp: 1-He managed to pay off his debts in two years. 2-The company ran up huge debts. 3-They are in debt to (= owe money to) the bank. 4-He got into debt (= borrowed money) after he lost his job. 5-The company is deep in debt (= owes a lot of money). 6-The national debt stands at 55 billion dollars. 7-He had to borrow money to pay off his gambling debts.

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tired and wanting to sleep Syn> drowsy /sleepyhead(informal)

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to start to sleep: Exp: 1-I fell asleep as soon as my head hit the pillow. 2-She usually falls asleep within ten minutes of going to bed. 3-The movie was so boring, I actually fell asleep for a few minutes. 4-His shoulders slumped and I realized he had fallen asleep. 5-I can promise you that no one has ever fallen asleep in my classes!

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sleeping or not awake: Exp: 1-I'm surprised to see you awake - ten minutes ago you were fast/sound (= completely) asleep. 2-I've only just got up and I'm still half asleep (= not completely awake). 3-He waited until his daughter was asleep, then tiptoed quietly out of the room. 4-He'd spent the entire journey asleep.

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A)a very upsetting or frightening dream Exp: 1-I shouldn't have watched that movie - it'll give me nightmares 2--I had a terrible nightmare last night. 3-Nightmares may occur in times of severe tension. B)an extremely unpleasant experience or event (informal) exp: 1-The whole journey was a nightmare - we lost our luggage and both flights were delayed. 2-Working there was like being trapped in a nightmare. 3-Being trapped underwater is my worst nightmare.

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Sleeping deeply Syn> in a deep sleep Opp> wide awake Exp: I'm surprised to see you awake - ten minutes ago you were fast/sound (= completely) asleep.

Answer 249

A) (noise) If a warning device goes off, it starts to ring loudly or make a loud noise: Exp : 1- The alarm should go off automatically as soon as smoke is detected. 2-Didn't you hear your alarm clock going off this morning? 3-His car alarm is always going off by mistake. B) ( stop working) If a light or a machine goes off, it stops working: 1-The lights went off in several villages because of the storm. 2-The electricity will be going off for ten minutes while the workmen test the circuit. C) (explode) If a bomb goes off, it explodes D) If food or drink goes off, it is not good to eat or drink any more because it is too old: 1-Put the milk back in the fridge or else it will go off. 2-That meat looks like it's gone off. . . .

Answer 250

to (cause to) become conscious after sleeping: 1-Come on, wake up - breakfast is ready. 2-He woke himself up with his own snoring!

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to sleep for longer than you intended to and so wake up late: 1-I missed the bus this morning because I overslept again.

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to stay in bed later than usual in the morning: Exp: It was a Sunday, so she could lie in till almost lunch time.

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to open the mouth wide and take a lot of air into the lungs and slowly send it out, usually when tired or bored: 1-I can't stop yawning - I must be tired. 2-He yawned loudly in the middle of her speech. 3- I was so tired, I couldn't help yawning.

Answer 254

soft, loose clothing that is worn in bed and consists of trousers and a type of shirt: 1-flannelette/silk pyjamas 2-I need a new pair of pyjamas.

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Informal for nightdress or nightgown

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Meaning. to set the time at which the alarm in a phone or alarm clock will ring. 1-I've got to be at work by seven, so I'll set my alarm for five-thirty. 2-The alarm in my new phone is really easy to set.

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to breathe in a very noisy way while you are sleeping: 1-Sometimes my husband snores so loudly, it keeps me awake at night. 2-Do you know any cures for snoring?

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fully awake and unable to sleep. Syn> conscious

Answer 259

something that you do often and regularly, sometimes without knowing that you are doing it and without thinking Exp: 1-I always buy the same brand of toothpaste out of (= because of) habit. 2-I'm trying not to get into (= start) the habit of always having biscuits with my coffee. 3-I used to swim twice a week, but I seem to have got out of (= ended) the habit recently. 4-I was taught to drive by my boyfriend and I'm afraid I've picked up (= caught) some of his bad habits. 5-I'm trying to get him to break (= end intentionally) the habit of switching on the TV when he comes home at night. 6-I don't mind being woken up once or twice in the middle of the night by my flatmate so long as she doesn't make a habit of it (= do it frequently). 7-I'm not really in the habit of looking at (= I don't usually look at) other people's clothes, but even I noticed that awful suit!

Answer 260

to sleep very well, without being woken by any noises Opp> sleep badly Exp: 1-I slept like a log – I didn't even hear the thunderstorm. 2- I sleep like a log wherever i am .

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Be unable to sleep well and often wake up Exp: if i eat late , i often have a restless night

Answer 262

A) ( give attention) to direct your attention or your efforts towards a particular activity, subject, or problem: Exp: 1-I can't concentrate on my work with all that noise. 2-I find running concentrates the mind (= helps me to think). 3-I'm going to concentrate on my writing for a while. B) ( come together) 1-Most of the country's population is concentrated in the north. 2-In the dry season, the animals tend to concentrate in the areas where there is water.

Answer 263

the fact that something is not available or that there is not enough of it: exp: 1-His answer demonstrated a complete lack of understanding of the question. 2-One disadvantage of living in the town is the lack of safe places for the children to play. 3-Hospitals are being forced to close departments because of lack of money. 4-There is a lack of reasonably priced housing for rent. 5-Her only problem is a lack of confidence. 6-Lack of sleep had made him irritable. 7-If he fails it won't be for/through lack of effort (= he has certainly tried).

Answer 264

the fact that something is not available or that there is not enough of it: exp: 1-His answer demonstrated a complete lack of understanding of the question. 2-One disadvantage of living in the town is the lack of safe places for the children to play. 3-Hospitals are being forced to close departments because of lack of money. 4-There is a lack of reasonably priced housing for rent. 5-Her only problem is a lack of confidence. 6-Lack of sleep had made him irritable. 7-If he fails it won't be for/through lack of effort (= he has certainly tried).

Answer 265

the fact that something is not available or that there is not enough of it: exp: 1-His answer demonstrated a complete lack of understanding of the question. 2-One disadvantage of living in the town is the lack of safe places for the children to play. 3-Hospitals are being forced to close departments because of lack of money. 4-There is a lack of reasonably priced housing for rent. 5-Her only problem is a lack of confidence. 6-Lack of sleep had made him irritable. 7-If he fails it won't be for/through lack of effort (= he has certainly tried).

Answer 266

becoming annoyed very easily/ getting angry easily syn> bad tempered /grumpy exp: 1- Be careful what you say - he's rather irritable today. 2-"Don't disturb me again," she said in an irritable (= angry) voice.

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extremely tired, physically or mentally syn> burned out/ drained /wiped out exp: 1-I must get some sleep - I'm exhausted. 2-I'm exhausted after lugging these suitcases all the way across London. 3-The children ran round and round the playground until they were exhausted. 4-He was driving through the night and he arrived in an exhausted state. 5-Many of the runners collapsed, exhausted, as they crossed the finishing line.

Answer 268

a person who doesn't wake up easily opp> light sleeper

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to interrupt what someone is doing: exp: 1-please don't disturb your sister - she's trying to do her homework. 2-I'm sorry to disturb you so late, but my car's broken down and I don't have my phone with me. 3-She's under strong sedation and should not be disturbed. 4-Please go on with what you're doing and don't let us disturb you.

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experience physical or mental pain or experience sth bad and unpleasant or it's side effects exp: 1-I think he suffered a lot when his wife left him. 2-She suffers in the winter when it's cold and her joints get stiff. 3-She's been suffering from (= been ill with) cancer for two years. 4-25 policemen suffered minor injuries during the riots. 5-The city suffered another blow last month with the closure of the local car factory. 6-If you go and eat three helpings of dessert, you'll just have to suffer the consequences! 7-Pregnant women often suffer from iron deficiency. 8-She was admitted to hospital suffering from shock.

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the condition of being unable to sleep, over a period of time: exp: Holly suffered from insomnia caused by stress at work.

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a short sleep, especially during the day exp: Grandpa usually has/takes a nap after lunch. verb : o sleep for a short time, especially during the day He likes to nap for an hour when he gets home from work.

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a short sleep, especially during the day exp: Grandpa usually has/takes a nap after lunch. verb : o sleep for a short time, especially during the day He likes to nap for an hour when he gets home from work.

Answer 274

if sth is on your mind , you're thinking or worrying about it .

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if sth is on your mind , you're thinking or worrying about it .

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to put or spread something over something, or to lie on the surface of something: exp: 1-the light was so bright that I had to cover my eyes. 2-Snow covered the hillsides. 3-She covered him (up) with a blanket. 4-Cover the meat with a layer of cheese. 5-The bandages were covered with/in blood. 6-How much of the earth's surface is covered by/with water? . . .

Answer 277

A)a covering that is put on a cut or an area of damaged skin to protect it B)a liquid mixture, often containing oil, vinegar, and herbs, added to food, especially salads

Answer 278

to stop something from happening or someone from doing something: exp: 1-Label your suitcases to prevent confusion. [ + -ing verb ] 2-His disability prevents him (from) driving. 3-The police seem to be powerless to prevent these attacks. 4-A block in the pipe was preventing the water from coming through.

Answer 279

An illness caused by bacteria and virus.

Answer 280

any feeling of illness or physical or mental change that is caused by a particular disease: exp: 1-He's complaining of all the usual flu symptoms - a high temperature, headache, and so on. 2-He's been HIV-positive for six years, but just recently he's started to develop the symptoms of AIDS. 3-If the symptoms get worse, consult your doctor.

Answer 281

to (cause something to) grow or change into a more advanced, larger, or stronger form: exp: 1-It became clear that he wasn't developing like all the other little boys. 2-This exercise is designed to develop the shoulder and back muscles. 3-I'm looking for a job which will enable me to develop my skills/talents. 4-Identical twins develop from a single fertilized egg which then splits into two.

Answer 282

A) in a detailed and careful way: exp: We went through the report thoroughly but couldn't find the information anywhere. B) completely, very much exp: 1-The drug was thoroughly tested before being put on the market. 2-I thoroughly approve of what the government is doing. 3-All the other teachers are thoroughly disillusioned with their colleague

Answer 283

a damaged area of the body, such as a cut or hole in the skin or flesh made by a weapon: exp: 1-a gunshot wound 2-a chest/leg wound 3-a flesh wound (= one that is not deep) 4-He died from multiple stab wounds to the neck and upper body. 5-Her head wounds needed 50 stitches. 6-Clean and dress the wound immediately. 7-Bandage the wound to reduce the risk of infection.

Answer 284

become well and healthy again exp: 1-The wounds were gradually healing (up). 2-The plaster cast helps to heal the broken bone 3-A broken heart takes a long time to heal. 4-Do stop picking at that spot, or it will never heal. 5-It can take months for a torn muscle to heal.

Answer 285

noun a long, narrow piece of cloth that is tied around an injury or a part of someone's body that has been hurt syn> gauze /band-aid exp: 1-Ensure the wound is free from dirt before applying the bandage 2-He came out of the hospital swathed in bandages. verb to tie a bandage around an injury or part of someone's body, or put bandages on someone or something: exp: 1-You ought to bandage (up) that cut. 2-the dog's bandaged paw

Answer 286

bad or very unpleasant: exp: 1-a nasty shock/surprise 2-There's a nasty smell in here. 3-He had a nasty cut above the eye. 4-She has a nasty habit of picking on people in meetings.

Answer 287

bad or very unpleasant: exp: 1-a nasty shock/surprise 2-There's a nasty smell in here. 3-He had a nasty cut above the eye. 4-She has a nasty habit of picking on people in meetings.

Answer 288

physical harm or damage to someone's body caused by an accident or an attack: exp: 1-a head/back/knee injury 2-Several train passengers received/sustained serious injuries in the crash. 3-Injuries to the spine are common among these workers. 4-They were lucky to escape (without) injury. 5-The team captain was forced to withdraw from the match due to injury

Answer 289

to slide without intending to: exp: 1-She slipped on the ice. 2-Careful you don't slip - there's water on the floor. 3-The razor slipped while he was shaving and he cut himself.

Answer 290

towards the direction that is the opposite to the one in which you are facing: exp: 1-She left without a backward glance. 2-He did a fantastic backward somersault.

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towards the direction that is the opposite to the one in which you are facing: exp: 1-She left without a backward glance. 2-He did a fantastic backward somersault.

Answer 292

towards the direction that is the opposite to the one in which you are facing: exp: 1-She left without a backward glance. 2-He did a fantastic backward somersault.

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to hit a part of the body against something by accident: exp: I banged my head against/on the shelf as I stood up.

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to hit a part of the body against something by accident: exp: I banged my head against/on the shelf as I stood up.

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feeling as if everything is turning around, and that you are not able to balance and may fall over: exp: 1-Going without sleep for a long time makes me feel dizzy and light-headed. 2-I felt dizzy with excitement as I went up to collect the award. 3-Don't look down! You'll get dizzy. 4-I keep having/getting dizzy spells. 5-It seemed to happen all of a sudden - I felt dizzy and I just collapsed.

Answer 296

feeling as if everything is turning around, and that you are not able to balance and may fall over: exp: 1-Going without sleep for a long time makes me feel dizzy and light-headed. 2-I felt dizzy with excitement as I went up to collect the award. 3-Don't look down! You'll get dizzy. 4-I keep having/getting dizzy spells. 5-It seemed to happen all of a sudden - I felt dizzy and I just collapsed.

Answer 297

to suddenly become unconscious for a short time, usually falling down syn> pas out opp> come round exp: 1-He faints at the sight of blood. 2-She took one look at the hypodermic needle and fainted (dead) away (= became unconscious immediately). 3-His face went pale and he looked as if he might faint. 4-You gave us a real scare when you fainted, you know. 5-I stood up too quickly and very nearly fainted.

Answer 298

in the state of not being awake and not aware of things around you, especially as the result of a head injury: exp: She was hit on the head by a stone and knocked unconscious. 2-She was found unconscious and bleeding. 3-Helen was unconscious and hooked up to a life support machine.

Answer 299

to become conscious again after an accident or operation: exp: She hasn't come round from the anaesthetic yet. *** check cambridge for several other meanings

Answer 300

to become larger and rounder than usual; to (cause to) increase in size or amount: exp: 1-It was obvious she had broken her toe, because it immediately started to swell (up). The group recruited more members, swelling its ranks (= increasing its size) to more than 1.3 million. 3-His heart/breast swelled with pride (= he felt very proud) as he stood watching his son graduate. 4-My foot swelled up to three times the normal size when it was stung by a wasp. 5-Excessive moisture will cause the wood to swell. 6-Tourists swell the local population during the summer months.

Answer 301

an injury or mark where the skin has not been broken but is darker in colour, often as a result of being hit by something: exp: 1-His arms and back were covered in bruises. 2-She had a few cuts and bruises but nothing serious. 3-One or two of the peaches had bruises on them.

Answer 302

کاپوت جلو

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کاپوت جلو

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برف پاک کن

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شیشه جلو ماشین

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کاپوت پشت - صندوق عقب

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چرخ ماشین

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تایر ماشین

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دسته در

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آیینه بغل

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آیینه جلو

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پلاک ماشین

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چراغ جلو

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موتور ماشین

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فرمون

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سرعت سنج

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سوئیچ ماشین / محل استارت زدن ماشین

Answer 318

دنده ماشین

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گاز ماشین

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ترمز ماشین

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a useful piece of information, especially about how to do something/ apiece of practical advice exp: 1-gardening/cooking/sewing tips 2-She gave me a useful/helpful/valuable/practical tip about/for growing tomatoes. 3-I've got a hot tip for you 4-He gave me some tips about the best way to catch trout.

Answer 322

to expect that something will happen and to be ready for it exp: 1-It almost seems as if she is preparing to die. 2-You need to prepare yourself for a long wait. 3-The sixth-form students are preparing to take their A levels 4-I hadn't prepared a speech so I just said a few words off the cuff.

Answer 323

be ready and ble to deal with any problems . exp: 1- i think i'm eventually prepared to marry you .

Answer 324

to make a vehicle go slower or stop, using its brake or brakes exp: 1-When it's icy, brake gently. 2-He would drive very fast and brake hard/sharply at the last minute.

Answer 325

to make a vehicle go slower or stop, using its brake or brakes exp: 1-When it's icy, brake gently. 2-He would drive very fast and brake hard/sharply at the last minute.

Answer 326

A)to control the direction of a vehicle exp: 1-She carefully steered the car around the potholes. 2-This car is very easy to steer. 3-I tried to steer the boat away from the bank. 4-I tried to steer round the rocks on the road. 5-I steered a bit too sharply to the left. B) If a vehicle steers, it follows a particular route or direction

Answer 327

A)to control the direction of a vehicle exp: 1-She carefully steered the car around the potholes. 2-This car is very easy to steer. 3-I tried to steer the boat away from the bank. 4-I tried to steer round the rocks on the road. 5-I steered a bit too sharply to the left. B) If a vehicle steers, it follows a particular route or direction

Answer 328

When a vehicle or its driver accelerates, the speed of the vehicle increases 1-I accelerated to overtake the bus. 2-The vehicle accelerated around the turn.

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especially of a vehicle) to slide along a surface so that you have no control: exp: Tony's car skidded on some ice and hit a tree

Answer 330

be careful because there is a possible danger. exp: 1-Watch out for thieves round here. 2-Watch out! It's rather wet over there. 3-Watch out for bears!

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to come from behind another vehicle or a person and move in front of them: exp: 1-Always check your rear view mirror before you overtake (another car). 2-I accelerated to overtake the bus.

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to drive a vehicle backwards exp: 1-He reversed into a lamppost and damaged the back of the car. 2-She reversed the car into the parking space.

Answer 333

the fastest rate at which you are allowed to drive in a particular area exp: 1-a 50 mph speed limit 2-Slow down - you're breaking the speed limit. 3-Try not to go over the speed limit, Daniel. 4-keep to the speed limit

Answer 334

A) to (cause to) stay in a particular place or condition: exp: 1-I wish you'd keep quiet. 2-Keep left (= stay on the road to the left) at the traffic lights. 3-Can you keep the dog outside, plea 4-Close the door to keep the room warm. 5-The noise from their party kept me awake half the night. 6-I keep my socks in the bottom drawer. 7-Could you keep quiet while I'm on the phone, please?

Answer 335

a situation that causes a problem exp: 1-i had trouble driving in the rain or dark 2-i have trouble with this lesson ; it's too hard. 3-we have trouble understanding this sentence because it was ambiguous .

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if you get held up or are held up , sth has caused you to be late syn> be delayed 1-Sorry I’m late, but my train was held up. 2-She got held up at work and couldn't come to my party 3-she is held up in traffic ; hopefully she'll be here soon 4-i'm held up by the large number of protestors. 5-A discrepancy like this could hold up the sale of our house. 6-You better leave now if you don't want rush hour traffic to hold you up.

Answer 337

a ticket that can only be used for travelling to a place and back to where you started in a single day exp : a day return to London

Answer 338

a ticket that can only be used for travelling to a place and back to where you started in a single day exp : a day return to London

Answer 339

acceptable and able to be used A ticket or other document is valid if it is based on or used according to a set of official conditions that often include a time limit: exp: 1-My passport is valid for another two years.

Answer 340

expected to happen, arrive, etc. at a particular time exp: 1-What time is the next bus due? 2-The next meeting is due to be held in three months' time. 3-Their first baby is due in January. 4-The present chairman is due to retire next month. 5-They backed out of the deal the day before they were due to sign the contract. 6-When is the first payment due? 7-The parliamentary session is due to end on May 27. 8-He's due to appear in court again on Monday.

Answer 341

(arrive)If a train or other vehicle gets in at a particular time, that is when it arrives exp: 1-The train from Birmingham got in 20 minutes late. 2-What time does the next flight get in? 3-I check my email as soon as I get in. 4-Try not to make too much noise when you get in. 5-I'll have your dinner ready for you when you get in.

Answer 342

a long motor vehicle with comfortable seats, used to take groups of people on journeys: exp: 1-We're going to the airport by coach. 2-a coach trip

Answer 343

decide that sth that has been planned will not happen exp: 1-They had to cancel tomorrow's game because of the bad weather. 2-The 7.10 train to Budapest has been cancelled. 3-to cancel a magazine subscription syn> call off/scrap/

Answer 344

decide that sth that has been planned will not happen exp: 1-They had to cancel tomorrow's game because of the bad weather. 2-The 7.10 train to Budapest has been cancelled. 3-to cancel a magazine subscription syn> call off/scrap/

Answer 345

information that makes us understand that sth bad may happen exp: 1-There's a warning on the cigarette packet that says "Cigarettes cause cancer". 2-I'm not surprised you feel sick after eating so much - let it be a warning to you! 3-Just a word of warning - restaurants in this area can be very expensive. 4-The Health Minister issued a warning about the dangers of sunbathing. 5-The judge said that the fine would serve as a warning to other motorists who drove without due care.

Answer 346

information that makes us understand that sth bad may happen exp: 1-There's a warning on the cigarette packet that says "Cigarettes cause cancer". 2-I'm not surprised you feel sick after eating so much - let it be a warning to you! 3-Just a word of warning - restaurants in this area can be very expensive. 4-The Health Minister issued a warning about the dangers of sunbathing. 5-The judge said that the fine would serve as a warning to other motorists who drove without due care.

Answer 347

a flight that leaves soon after another one arrives/ A connecting flight or transit flight is to reach the final destination through two or more flights, namely, traveling without any direct flights.

Answer 348

a) if you are meant to do something, you should do it, especially because someone has told you to or because you are responsible for it b) to be intended to do something exp: 1-Come on, Ellen, you’re meant to be helping me. 2-I thought the police were meant to protect people. 3-The diagram is meant to show the different stages of the process. 4-This is the way movie comedies were meant to be: one laugh rolling in just as the last one rolls out. 5- Christmas time is meant to bring people together. 6- Christmas time is meant to bring people together. 7-Jenny is convinced she was meant to stay with Zev.

Answer 349

to collect, or to go and get, someone or something: exp: 1-When you're in town could you pick up the books I ordered? 2-Whose turn is it to pick the children up after school? 3-The crew of the sinking tanker were picked up (= saved from the sea) by helicopter. 4-I'll come and pick you up in the car if you like.

Answer 350

to collect, or to go and get, someone or something: exp: 1-When you're in town could you pick up the books I ordered? 2-Whose turn is it to pick the children up after school? 3-The crew of the sinking tanker were picked up (= saved from the sea) by helicopter. 4-I'll come and pick you up in the car if you like.

Answer 351

arrive or appear somewhere(unexpectedly) usually used in the negative sentences exp: 1-Do you think many people will turn up? 2-She turned up at my house late one night. 3-She invited loads of friends to her party, but only a handful of them turned up.

Answer 352

a journey in which you go somewhere, usually for a short time, and come back again exp: 1-day trip/ business trip 2-The trip from York to Newcastle takes about an hour by train. 3-We're going on a trip to Norway this summer. 4-I thought we might hire a motorboat and take a trip round/around the bay. 5-We can't afford another trip abroad this year. 6-It's a ten-mile trip from the airport to the hotel.

Answer 353

a journey in which you go somewhere, usually for a short time, and come back again exp: 1-day trip/ business trip 2-The trip from York to Newcastle takes about an hour by train. 3-We're going on a trip to Norway this summer. 4-I thought we might hire a motorboat and take a trip round/around the bay. 5-We can't afford another trip abroad this year. 6-It's a ten-mile trip from the airport to the hotel.

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for or during the night 1-an overnight stop in Paris 2-You can stay overnight if you want to. 3-Don't forget to pack an overnight bag (= a bag for things that you need when you stay away from home for a night). 4-The temperature could fall below zero overnight. 5-The overnight invasion took the military experts unawares

Answer 355

= rent to pay to use something for a short period: exp: 1-How much would it cost to hire a car for the weekend? 2-You could always hire a dress for the ball if you can't afford to buy one.

Answer 356

to visit or stay at a place for a short time when you are going somewhere else exp: 1-I'll stop off at the shops on my way home and get some wine. 2-We're going to stop off in Denver for a couple of days before heading south

Answer 357

going through or stopping at a place on the way to another place exp: 1-The London-Addis flight goes via Rome. 2-We hope to bring you a live report from Ouagadougou via our satellite hook-up. 3-"I'll be back a little late because I'm going via town." "Uh-huh." 4-Nearly one home in ten across the country is wired up to receive TV via cable. 5-Internet connection via broadband offers many advantages.

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A) unable to move easily or unable to set in a particular position, place, or way of thinking B) unable to change or get away from a situation: syn> jammed exp: 1-This door seems to be stuck - can you help me push it open? 2-Seven of us were stuck in the lift for over an hour. 3-I hate being stuck (= having to be) behind a desk - I'd rather work outside.

Answer 359

a large number of vehicles close together and unable to move or moving very slowly: exp: 1-The snow caused traffic jams all over the city. 2-I was stuck in a traffic jam for an hour yesterday.

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find yourself in a particular place or situation you didn't plan. exp: 1-Much of this meat will probably end up as dog food. 2- She'll end up penniless if she continues to spend like that. 3-[ + -ing verb ] After working her way around the world, she ended up teaching English as a foreign language.

Answer 361

find yourself in a particular place or situation you didn't plan. exp: 1-Much of this meat will probably end up as dog food. 2- She'll end up penniless if she continues to spend like that. 3-[ + -ing verb ] After working her way around the world, she ended up teaching English as a foreign language.

Answer 362

the outer part of a town or city exp:The factory is in/on the outskirts of New Delhi.

Answer 363

the number of vehicles moving along roads, or the amount of aircraft, trains, or ships moving along a route exp: 1-There was heavy/a lot of traffic on the roads this morning. 2-We got stuck in traffic for several hours. 3-Five people were injured in a traffic accident (= one involving vehicles). 4-Air traffic has increased 30 percent in the last decade.

Answer 364

the busy part of the day when towns and cities are crowded, either in the morning when people are travelling to work, or in the evening when people are travelling home: exp:rush hour traffic

Answer 365

a route, direction, or path exp: 1-Do you know the way to the restaurant? 2-I've only been living in Madrid for a couple of weeks so I don't really know my way around it yet. 3-We'll have to stop for petrol on the way to the airport. 4-Can you find your own way out of the building? 5-He elbowed/pushed his way (= hit/pushed people so that he could go past them) to the front of the crowd. 6-The bus stopped for us to eat lunch but within half an hour we were on our way/under way (= travelling) again. 7-Many people have lost their way (= become lost) in the forest. 8-Only local people could find their way through the maze of narrow streets. **see cambridge for other meanings

Answer 366

(especially of accidents and other unexpected events) to happen exp: 1-An accident involving over ten vehicles has occurred in the east-bound lane. 2-If any of these symptoms occur while you are taking the medication, consult your doctor immediately. 3-Many suicides occur in prisons. 4-We are of course investigating how an error like this could have occurred. 5-Evolution occurs as a result of adaptation to new environments.

Answer 367

hit sth violently while moving syn> crash into sth exp: 1-The two vans collided at the crossroads. 2-It was predicted that a comet would collide with one of the planets.

Answer 368

hit sth violently while moving syn> crash into sth exp: 1-The two vans collided at the crossroads. 2-It was predicted that a comet would collide with one of the planets.

Answer 369

If a vehicle crashes or someone crashes it, it is involved in an accident, usually a serious one in which the vehicle is damaged and someone is hurt exp: 1-We skidded on the ice and crashed. 2-The plane crashed into a mountainside. 3-Her brother borrowed her motorbike and crashed it. 4-They had a narrow escape when their car crashed. 5-The plane appeared to have crashed because of a mechanical problem. 6-The plane crashed mere minutes after take-off.

Answer 370

a machine, usually with wheels and an engine, used for transporting people or goods, especially on land: exp: 1-A truck driver died last night when his vehicle overturned. 2-Road vehicles include cars, buses, and trucks. 3-Tractors are farm vehicles. 4-There's no way through the centre of town in a vehicle - it's for pedestrians only.

Answer 371

a machine, usually with wheels and an engine, used for transporting people or goods, especially on land: exp: 1-A truck driver died last night when his vehicle overturned. 2-Road vehicles include cars, buses, and trucks. 3-Tractors are farm vehicles. 4-There's no way through the centre of town in a vehicle - it's for pedestrians only.

Answer 372

to prevent movement through something: exp: 1-A fallen tree is blocking the road. 2-As she left the court, an angry crowd tried to block her way. 3-eating too much fatty foods will block your coronary arteries. ** go through cambridge for more meanings

Answer 373

A)a special strip of a road, sports track, or swimming pool that is used to keep vehicles or competitors separate: exp: 1-a bus/bike/cycle lane 2-The northbound lane is closed because of an accident. 3-I find driving in the fast lane very stressful. 4-The German runners/swimmers are in lanes 4 and 6. B)a narrow road in the countryside or in a town: exp: 1-I live at the end of Church Lane. 2-Turn left where the lane meets the main road.

Answer 374

ambulance,police,fire cervices

Answer 375

If a machine or vehicle breaks down, it stops working: exp: 1-Our car broke down and we had to push it off the road. 2-The school bus broke down and had to be towed to the nearest garage. 3-f the central heating breaks down again, I will refuse to pay the repair bill. 4-Our dishwasher broke down just a month after the guarantee had expired. **check other meanings in cambridge

Answer 376

If a machine or vehicle breaks down, it stops working: exp: 1-Our car broke down and we had to push it off the road. 2-The school bus broke down and had to be towed to the nearest garage. 3-f the central heating breaks down again, I will refuse to pay the repair bill. 4-Our dishwasher broke down just a month after the guarantee had expired. **check other meanings in cambridge

Answer 377

of a high quality in appearance, design, or behaviour / fashionable syn> smart (STYLISH) mainly UK exp: 1-It's a very stylish and beautiful film, but it lacks content. 2-The dress combines stylish lines with an attractive floral print for a classically feminine look. 3-Her preference is for comfortable rather than stylish clothes. 4-She was wearing a very stylish cream suit. 5-She's very stylish.

Answer 378

of a high quality in appearance, design, or behaviour / fashionable syn> smart (STYLISH) mainly UK exp: 1-It's a very stylish and beautiful film, but it lacks content. 2-The dress combines stylish lines with an attractive floral print for a classically feminine look. 3-Her preference is for comfortable rather than stylish clothes. 4-She was wearing a very stylish cream suit. 5-She's very stylish.

Answer 379

A)fashion, especially in clothing: 1-a style consultant 2-I read the fashion pages in the newspapers to keep up with the latest styles. 3-The classic black dress is always in style. 4-I like her style. 5-He has plenty of money but no style. B)a particular shape or design, especially of a person's hair, clothes, or a piece of furniture: 1-She had her hair cut in a boyish style. 2-a plain style of architecture 3-Their house was decorated in a style that was not to my taste.

Answer 380

if sth suits you , it looks good on you exp: That new hairstyle really suits you – you look terrific.

Answer 381

the shape of the body , especially that of a women exp: 1-She's got a beautiful figure. 2-She got her figure back (= returned to her usual shape) after having the baby.

Answer 382

popular at a particular time: opp> unfashionable exp: 1-a fashionable nightclub/restaurant 2-fashionable ideas/clothes 3-It's not fashionable to wear short skirts at the moment.

Answer 383

having features or characteristics that are not easily noticed / (of color ) not strong or bright exp: Kelly wants dark red walls, but I'd like a more neutral color like cream. **look up in cambridge for more other meanings

Answer 384

graceful and attractive in appearance or behaviour 1-an elegant woman 2-a very elegant suit 3-an elegant dining room 4-She wore an elegant dove-grey jacket. 5-She's got the most elegant writing style.

Answer 385

able to be used for many different purposes:/able to change easily from one activity to another exp:1- A leather jacket is a timeless and versatile garment that can be worn in all seasons. 2-He is a very versatile actor. 3-This is a very versatile recipe - you can double the portions for a party 4-Teachers have to be versatile to cope with different ability levels.

Answer 386

If two colors, designs, or objects match, they are similar or look attractive together: exp: 1-Do you think these two colours match? 2-Does this shirt match these trousers? 3-a sofa with curtains to match **see cambridge for mor meanings

Answer 387

a set of clothes that you wear together exp:I'm going to wear my vampire outfit for Halloween.

Answer 388

the set of clothes typical of a particular country or period of history, or suitable for a particular activity /a set of clothes worn in order to look like someone or something else, especially for a party or as part of an entertainment: exp: 1-Our host was wearing a clown costume. 2-The children were dressed in Halloween costumes. 3-Singers performing Mozart's operas often dress in/wear historical costume. 4-The dancers leading the procession were in colourful and elaborate costumes 5-The shop has a good selection of bikinis and bathing/swimming costumes.

Answer 389

to change or change sth completely usually in a good way exp: 1-Whenever a camera was pointed at her, Marilyn would instantly transform herself into a radiant star. 2-The scheme would transform the park into a tourist mecca. 3-The new haircut completely transformed her. 4-The discovery of anaesthesia transformed medical surgery. 5-Since getting that job, he has been a transformed character.

Answer 390

a pain in your tooth **have toothache : have a pain in your tooth

Answer 391

to use your teeth to cut into something or someone: exp: 1-He bit into the apple. 2-He bites his fingernails.

Answer 392

use your teeth to break up food in your mouth exp: 1-This meat is difficult to chew. 2-You don't chew your food enough - that's why you get indigestion. 3-Make sure you chew your food thoroughly. 4-She's always chewing gum. 5-She gave the children some sweets to chew (on) during the long car journey

Answer 393

use your teeth to break up food in your mouth exp: 1-This meat is difficult to chew. 2-You don't chew your food enough - that's why you get indigestion. 3-Make sure you chew your food thoroughly. 4-She's always chewing gum. 5-She gave the children some sweets to chew (on) during the long car journey

Answer 394

sth that is painful it hurts physically or emotionally exp: 1-The old photograph brought back painful memories. 2-A painful injury forced her to withdraw from the game. 3-After a lengthy and painful divorce, she vowed never to remarry. 4-She's already had to endure three painful operations on her leg. 5-The bruising should soon become less painful. 6-The argument had stirred up some painful emotions.

Answer 395

a medical examination to test your general state of health: exp: 1-She goes to her doctor for regular check-ups. 2-a dental check-up

Answer 396

a place where a dentist sees you

Answer 397

a dentist exp: 1-The town is particularly well-served by visiting clinics, dental surgeons and opticians 2-it is because of this dependence on the NHS that dental surgeons have to limit the care they offer under the NHS. 3-Despite being a dental surgeon, his true calling was going to be writing fiction. 4-Dental surgeons do not even have the cheap finance available to general medical practitioners.

Answer 398

a dentist exp: 1-The town is particularly well-served by visiting clinics, dental surgeons and opticians 2-it is because of this dependence on the NHS that dental surgeons have to limit the care they offer under the NHS. 3-Despite being a dental surgeon, his true calling was going to be writing fiction. 4-Dental surgeons do not even have the cheap finance available to general medical practitioners.

Answer 399

a formal arrangement to meet or visit someone at a particular time and place: exp: 1-I'd like to make an appointment with Dr Evans, please. 2-She had to cancel her dental appointment. 3-[ + to infinitive ] I've got an appointment to see Ms Edwards at two o'clock. 4-I've got a two o'clock appointment with Ms Edwards. 5-If he didn't have a secretary to remind him, he wouldn't keep (= remember to be present at) any of his appointments. 6-That's the second appointment he's missed. **make an appointment : arrange a time to meet sb

Answer 400

to look at or consider a person or thing carefully and in detail in order to discover something about them: exp: 1-Forensic scientists are examining the wreckage for clues about the cause of the explosion. 2-The council is to examine ways of reducing traffic in the city centre. 3-The research examined the effects of alcohol on long-term memory. 4-[ + question word ] We need to examine how an accident like this can be avoided in the future. 5-A psychiatrist was examined (= asked questions) on the mental state of the defendant.

Answer 401

to look at or consider a person or thing carefully and in detail in order to discover something about them: exp: 1-Forensic scientists are examining the wreckage for clues about the cause of the explosion. 2-The council is to examine ways of reducing traffic in the city centre. 3-The research examined the effects of alcohol on long-term memory. 4-[ + question word ] We need to examine how an accident like this can be avoided in the future. 5-A psychiatrist was examined (= asked questions) on the mental state of the defendant.

Answer 402

the artificial substance put into holes in teeth to repair them

Answer 403

the artificial substance put into holes in teeth to repair them

Answer 404

to remove something from somewhere: exp: 1-They had to take out two of his teeth. 2-They took out a benign lump from her breast. 3-I need to get this tooth taken out.

Answer 405

to make something happen, especially something bad: exp: 1-The difficult driving conditions caused several accidents. 2-[ + obj + to infinitive ] The bright light caused her to blink. 3-Most heart attacks are caused by blood clots. 4-[ + two objects ] I hope the children haven't caused you too much trouble. 5-Sitting hunched over a computer all day can cause problems. 6-Some types of paint on toys can cause lead-poisoning in children. 7-Smoking can cause respiratory diseases.

Answer 406

the use of drugs, exercises, etc. to cure a person of an illness or injury: exp: 1-free dental treatment 2-Perhaps it's time to try a new course of treatment. 3-This disease doesn't generally respond to (= improve as a result of) treatment. 4-There are various treatments for this complaint.

Answer 407

to use drugs, exercises, etc. to cure a person of a disease or heal an injury: exp: 1-He is being treated for a rare skin disease. 2-Western medicine tends to treat the symptoms and not the cause. 3-The farmer called the vet out to treat a sick cow. 4-Laboratory tests suggest that the new drug may be used to treat cancer. 5-Two firefighters were treated for smoke inhalation. 6-Antihistamine is often used to treat hay fever and insect bites.

Answer 408

to feel extremely worried or frightened about something that is going to happen or that might happen: exp: 1-He's dreading the exam - he's sure he's going to fail. 2-[ + -ing verb ] I'm dreading having to meet his parents. 3-We are dreading the idea of having my son's friends to stay. 4-I dread to think what they say about me behind my back. 5-Although I was absolutely dreading telling Dad, he was actually very understanding when I told him. 6-What is now happening in the country is what I dreaded most - it is descending into anarchy and civil war. noun>a strong feeling of fear or worry: 1-The prospect of working full-time fills me with dread. 2-I live in dread of bumping into her in the street.

Answer 409

being happy or excited about sth that is going to happen

Answer 410

go for treatment and stay there for a night or more

Answer 411

go there for treatment but not stay in

Answer 412

to cause worry to someone: exp: 1-The state of my father's health concerns us greatly. 2-[ + that ] It concerns me that he hasn't been in contact. 3-His attitude concerns me. 4-The poor state of the fire escapes concerned me greatly. 5-It concerned them that no doctor was available. 6-Does it concern you that your children are out after dark? **to whom it may concern: something you write at the start of a formal letter or notice when you do not know exactly who it should be sent to: **check cambridge for noun meaning and blue boxes

Answer 413

A)someone who has a lot of experience, knowledge, or skill in a particular subject exp 1-a software specialist 2-She's a specialist in modern French literature. B) a doctor who has special training in and knowledge of a particular area of medicine: syn> consultant exp: 1-She's a specialist in childhood illnesses. 2-I've asked to be referred to a specialist about my back pain. 3-a leading cancer/eye specialist 4-Her doctor was at fault for not sending her straight to a specialist.

Answer 414

A)someone who has a lot of experience, knowledge, or skill in a particular subject exp 1-a software specialist 2-She's a specialist in modern French literature. B) a doctor who has special training in and knowledge of a particular area of medicine: syn> consultant exp: 1-She's a specialist in childhood illnesses. 2-I've asked to be referred to a specialist about my back pain. 3-a leading cancer/eye specialist 4-Her doctor was at fault for not sending her straight to a specialist.

Answer 415

a medical examination of part of your body in order to find out how healthy it is or what is happening with it: exp: 1-a blood/urine test 2-an eye test 3-a pregnancy test 4-The doctors have done some tests to try and find out what's wrong with her.

Answer 416

an occasion when a doctor cuts a body for medical reasons in order to repair, remove, or replace an unhealthy or damaged part: exp: 1-a major/minor/routine operation 2-an abdominal/cataract/transplant operation 3-He has to have an operation on his shoulder. 4-[ + to infinitive ] We will know in a couple of days if the operation to restore her sight was successful. 5-The hospital has a two-year waiting list for minor operations. 6-The child's parents or guardians must give their consent before she has the operation. 7-The operation must be carried out under sterile conditions.

Answer 417

with no delay syn> straightaway exp: 1-We really ought to leave immediately. 2-The purpose of the meeting wasn't immediately obvious. 3-he plane began to turn to the left almost immediately after takeoff.

Answer 418

with no delay syn> straightaway exp: 1-We really ought to leave immediately. 2-The purpose of the meeting wasn't immediately obvious. 3-he plane began to turn to the left almost immediately after takeoff.

Answer 419

very important and needing attention immediately: exp: 1-The most urgent thing in a fire is to make sure everyone is out of the building. 2-Many people are in urgent need of food and water 3-Let's leave that matter aside for now and talk about the more urgent problem facing us. 4-Excuse me, but I have some urgent business to attend to. 5-This is a problem that requires urgent attention. 6-Jack is in need of an urgent operation.

Answer 420

a doctor who is specially trained to perform medical operations exp: 1-The surgeon makes a small incision into which a tube is inserted. 2-Winifred nurtured ambitions for her daughter to be a surgeon. 3-The surgeon did everything in her power to save him. 4-The surgeon was accused of negligence. 5-His finger was cut off when he caught it in a machine, but the surgeon was able to sew it back on.

Answer 421

a helpful or good effect, or something intended to help: exp: 1-The discovery of oil brought many benefits to the town. 2-One of the many benefits of foreign travel is learning how to cope with the unexpected. 3-He's had the benefit of an expensive education and yet he continues to work as a waiter. 4-I didn't get/derive (much) benefit from school. 5-With the benefit of hindsight (= helped by the knowledge learned later) it is easy for us to see where we went wrong. 6-She drinks a lot less now, to the benefit of her health as a whole.

Answer 422

a helpful or good effect, or something intended to help: exp: 1-The discovery of oil brought many benefits to the town. 2-One of the many benefits of foreign travel is learning how to cope with the unexpected. 3-He's had the benefit of an expensive education and yet he continues to work as a waiter. 4-I didn't get/derive (much) benefit from school. 5-With the benefit of hindsight (= helped by the knowledge learned later) it is easy for us to see where we went wrong. 6-She drinks a lot less now, to the benefit of her health as a whole.

Answer 423

the possibility of something bad happening: exp: 1-In this business, the risks and the rewards are high. 2-There's a high risk of another accident happening in this fog. 3-[ + (that) ] The risk (that) we might fail made us work twice as hard. 4-[ + -ing verb ] It's always a risk starting up a new business. 5-The company is quite a good risk (= safe to lend money to). 6-We want clean rivers and lakes, where you can swim without risk to your health. 7-It's a low/high-risk strategy (= one that is safe/not safe).

Answer 424

take care of someone / look after sb exp: 1-The children are being cared for by a relative. 2-She can't go out to work because she has to stay at home to care for her elderly mother. 3-It's good to know that the dogs will be well cared for while we're away. 4-Most people would prefer to be cared for at home rather than in a hospital. 5-They cared for their disabled son for 27 years, at great personal sacrifice. 6-Caring for young children can be exhausting.

Answer 425

take care of someone / look after sb exp: 1-The children are being cared for by a relative. 2-She can't go out to work because she has to stay at home to care for her elderly mother. 3-It's good to know that the dogs will be well cared for while we're away. 4-Most people would prefer to be cared for at home rather than in a hospital. 5-They cared for their disabled son for 27 years, at great personal sacrifice. 6-Caring for young children can be exhausting.

Answer 426

one of the parts or large rooms into which a hospital is divided, usually with beds for patients: exp : 1-a geriatric/maternity/psychiatric ward 2-The ward was full of children infected with TB. 3-She works in the geriatric ward. 4-Two hospital wards have had to be closed for fumigation.

Answer 427

to become completely well again after an illness or injury: syn> get over sth exp: 1-It took her a long time to recover from/after her heart operation. 2-He never really recovered from the shock of his wife dying.

Answer 428

a group of people, often a family, who live together: exp: 1-By the 1960s, most households had a TV. 2-household chores 3-household expenses 4-household waste 5-The insurance doesn't cover you for household items. 6-I do all my household accounts on computer.

Answer 429

a group of people, often a family, who live together: exp: 1-By the 1960s, most households had a TV. 2-household chores 3-household expenses 4-household waste 5-The insurance doesn't cover you for household items. 6-I do all my household accounts on computer.

Answer 430

پیج کوشتی

Answer 431

پیج گوشتی tighten or loosen a screw with a screwdriver

Answer 432

a small thin piece of metal with a point at one end, especially used for temporarily holding pieces of cloth together:

Answer 433

a small thin piece of metal with a point at one end, especially used for temporarily holding pieces of cloth together:

Answer 434

cotton: thread or cloth made from the fibres of the cotton plant exp: 1-a shirt made of pure cotton 2-She looked pretty in a simple cotton dress. 3- a reel of cotton (= thread) thread: (a length of) a very thin fibre: 1-needle and thread 2-loose threads

Answer 435

to join two pieces of cloth together by putting thread through them with a needle: exp: 1-My grandmother taught me to sew. 2-I made this skirt just by sewing two pieces of material together. 3-He sewed the badge neatly onto his uniform. دوختن

Answer 436

کاموا exp: 1-a package tied with string 2-a ball/piece of string 3-When you pull the strings, the puppet's arms and legs move. 4-a loop of string 5-tangled string 6-He wound the string into a ball. 7-Could you roll up that string for me?

Answer 437

طناب exp: 1-A sailor threw a rope ashore and we tied the boat to a post. 2-a coil of rope

Answer 438

a piece of thin metal thread that can be bent, used for fastening things and for making particular types of objects that are strong but can bend: exp: a wire fence

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(fasten) to fasten together two ends of a piece of string or other long, thin material, or to (cause to) hold together with a long, thin piece of string, material, etc.: exp: 1-Tie (up) your shoelaces, or you'll trip over them. 2-his skirt ties at the waist. 3-She tied the ribbon tightly in a bow/knot. 4-I tie my hair back when it's hot. 5-We tied balloons and streamers to the ceiling ready for the party. 6-She wrapped the present and tied it with ribbon. 7-With his feet tied together he could only move in little hops. **check cambridge

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چسب نواری exp: 1-a roll of Sellotape 2-I stuck the note to the door with Sellotape.

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چسب نواری exp: 1-a roll of Sellotape 2-I stuck the note to the door with Sellotape.

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A)to cause something to become fixed, for example with glue or another similar substance: exp: 1-I tried to stick the pieces together with some glue/tape. 2-He stuck up an announcement on the board with pins. 3-This glue won't stick. 4-My car's stuck in the mud. 5-Stir the sauce so that it doesn't stick to the pan. 6-My book got wet and all the pages have stuck together. B) to be fixed in position and unable to move exp: The window sticks, making it hard to shut it. ** check cambridge

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of a liquid or gas) to escape from a hole or crack in a pipe or container; (of a container) to allow liquid or gas to escape: exp: 1-Water was leaking from the pipe. 2-Oil leaked out of the car. The car leaked oil all over the drive. 3-The kitchen roof is apt to leak when it rains. 4-Make sure the bucket doesn't leak.

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to break something so that it does not separate, but very thin lines appear on its surface, or to become broken in this way: exp: 1-A stone hit the window and cracked the glass. 2-I cracked my tooth as I fell. 3-The walls cracked and the roof collapsed in the earthquake.

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if you replace something broken, damaged, or lost, you provide a new one: exp: 1-I promised to replace the plate that I'd dropped. 2-Doctors have replaced the top of his hip bone with a metal sphere. 3-He's bought me a smart new camera to replace my old one.

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A faulty machine or device is not perfectly made or does not work correctly or only working sometimes. exp: faulty wiring/brakes

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A)to add something to an object or place, especially in order to make it more attractive: exp : They decorated the wedding car with ribbons and flowers. B) to paint the inside or outside of a house or put paper on the inside walls exp : 1-We're going to decorate the kitchen next week. 2-I hate the smell of paint when I'm decorating. 3-He promised he'd help me decorate, but now he's trying to wriggle out of it. 4-She's even decorated the spare room in anticipation of your visit. 5-In the centre of the hall stood a colossal wooden statue, decorated in ivory and gold. 6-She decorated the cake herself.

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machines that are out of order are broken or not working correctly: exp: All elevators in the building are currently out of order.

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noun a dirty mark on something that is difficult to remove: exp: 1-a blood/grass stain 2-You can remove a red wine stain from a carpet by sprinkling salt over it. verb A)to leave a mark on something that is difficult to remove: exp: 1-Tomato sauce stains terribly - it's really difficult to get it out of clothes. While she was changing the wheel on her car, her coat had become stained with oil. B)If a material stains, it absorbs substances easily, causing it to become covered with marks, or coloured by a chemical. exp: This carpet is ideal for the kitchen because it doesn't stain easily.

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to take something or someone away from somewhere, or off something exp: 1-The men came to remove the rubbish from the backyard. 2-This detergent will remove even old stains. 3-It got so hot that he removed his tie and jacket. 4-They decided to remove their son from the school.

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to repair something that is broken or damaged to fix sth exp: 1-Could you mend this hole in my shirt? 2- I've left my watch at the jeweller's to be mended. 3- The plumber came to mend the burst pipe. 4-The country's president is seeking to mend relations with the United States. 5-A man's coming to mend the boiler this afternoon. 6-I thought I could mend the radio myself, but I've had to admit defeat. 7-Never try to mend a broken machine without disconnecting it from the electricity supply.

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A)useful or convenient exp: 1-a handy container/tool 2-First-time visitors to France will find this guide particularly handy. 3-It's a nice house and it's handy for (= near) the train station. B) skillful with the hands or with using tools, esp. in making or repairing things: exp: 1-Eduardo is handy with power tools. 2-Jonathan's good at putting up wallpaper, but he's not so handy with a paintbrush.

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a piece of work to be done, especially one done regularly, unwillingly, or with difficulty exp: 1-We usually ask interviewees to perform a few simple tasks on the computer just to test their aptitude. The government now faces the daunting task of restructuring the entire health service.

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to clean the plates, pans, and other things that you have used for cooking and eating: exp: 1-He washed up his mug and put it back on the shelf. 2-I just need to wash up these dishes. 3-I washed up all the plates. **do the washing up: wash dishes , plates,glasses after a meal.

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to clean the plates, pans, and other things that you have used for cooking and eating: exp: 1-He washed up his mug and put it back on the shelf. 2-I just need to wash up these dishes. 3-I washed up all the plates. **do the washing up: wash dishes , plates,glasses after a meal.

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to slide something, especially a piece of cloth, over the surface of something else, in order to remove dirt, food, or liquid: exp: 1-Do you have some paper towels that I can wipe the floor with? 2-I'll just get a sponge and wipe the crumbs off the table. 3-Don't wipe your nose on your sleeve! 4-Someone has wiped their dirty hands on my nice clean towel! 5-Please wipe your feet before you come into the house. 6-She wiped her floury hands on a cloth. 7-She wiped her eye make-up off with a cotton wool pad.

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oil or fat that comes from cooking any thick oil-like substance exp: 1-The dinner plates were thick with grease. 2-You'll have to put some grease on those ball bearings.

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an act of making a place or a collection of things tidy: exp: 1-Let's have/do a quick tidy-up before Mum gets home. 2-A basic tidy-up of bedrooms, hallways, and living rooms can create the impression of more space. 3-tidy (up) these papers before you leave, please. I'm tired of asking you to tidy your room (up). 4-I'll tidy my things away tonight - and that's a promise! 5-Organizing your computer's memory is rather like the librarian having a tidy-up of the shelves.

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having everything ordered and arranged in the right place, or liking to keep things like this: syn> neat exp: 1-The house was clean and tidy. 2-My flatmate isn't very tidy. 3-a tidy solution 4-Keeping a garden tidy is a full-time job. 5-You could use clips to keep your hair more tidy.

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remove dirt from the floor or ground with a broom or brush exp: 1-She swept the ashes from the fireplace. 2-When I arrived he was sweeping the leaves from the driveway. **cambridge

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a brush with a long handle and bristles (= short, stiff hairs or pieces of plastic), used for cleaning the floor or the ground جارو

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earth that has been mixed with water گل exp: 1-The vehicles got bogged down in the heavy mud. 2-Modern houses have replaced the one-room mud huts with grass roofs that had been home to generations of peasants. 3-He got out of the car and squelched through the mud to open the gate. 4-Police found tyre tracks in the mud. 5-Two bikes raced by and spattered mud over our clothes. 6-My trousers got covered in mud, but luckily I was able to brush them clean.

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dust, soil, or any substance that makes a surface not clean: syn> filth/grunge/smut/muck exp: 1-His coat was covered with dirt. 2-We were revolted by the dirt and mess in her house. 3-Light-coloured carpets show the dirt. 4-The folds of the curtains were blackened with dirt.

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clean a carpet or floor using a vaccum cleaner syn> hoover(uk) exp: 1-Vacuum (up) the cake crumbs, would you? 2-He was busy hoovering the bedroom carpet when I got home. 3-The contract cleaners hoovered and dusted around her.

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clean a carpet or floor using a vaccum cleaner syn> hoover(uk) exp: 1-Vacuum (up) the cake crumbs, would you? 2-He was busy hoovering the bedroom carpet when I got home. 3-The contract cleaners hoovered and dusted around her.

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verb remove very small pieces of dry dirt from sth usually with a cloth exp: I was dusting the mantelpiece when I noticed a crack. noun dry dirt in the form of powder that covers surfaces inside a building, or very small dry pieces of soil, sand, or other substances: exp: 1-A cloud of dust rose in the air as the car roared past. 2-coal dust 3-I blew the dust off the books. 4-Erupting volcanoes discharge massive quantities of dust into the stratosphere.

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make sth shine by rubbing it with a cream or liquid exp: 1-to polish the furniture 2-Polish your shoes regularly to protect the leather.

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a stick with soft material attached to one end, especially used for washing floors: a floor mop a dish mop

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allow sth to happen or someone to do sth without trying to stop it exp: 1-She wanted to go but her parents wouldn't let her. 2-He decided to let his hair grow long. 3-Let your shoes dry completely before putting them on. 4-I'm letting you stay up late, just this once. 5-Don't let it worry you.

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verb (cut)to make something tidier or more level by cutting a small amount off it: ** =give sth a trim exp: 1-to trim the hedge 2-My hair needs trimming. 3-Trim off the leafy ends of the vegetable before cooking. noun an act of making something, especially someone's hair, tidier or more level by cutting a small amount off it: exp: 1-I asked the hairdresser for a trim. 2-Just give the ends a trim, please.

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to (cause to) stay in a particular place or condition: exp: 1-I wish you'd keep quiet. 2-I like to keep busy. 3-Keep left (= stay on the road to the left) at the traffic lights. 4-Can you keep the dog outside, please? 5-Biscuits will stay crisp if you keep them in an airtight container 6-I keep my socks in the bottom drawer 7-Plants keep cool during the summer by evaporating water from their leaves. **check cambridge

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the style in which someone's hair is cut and arranged syn> coiffure/hairdo

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pay sb to do sth for you exp: i have my hair cut every month

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pay sb to do sth for you exp: i have my hair cut every month

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noun a chemical process that makes your hair curly, or a hairstyle that is created in this way: exp: 1-I'm going to get my hair permed on Saturday. 2-You haven't got enough hair to perm, you know! 3-I'm trying to leave it as long as possible before I have it permed again.

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to dry your hair using a hairdryer exp: 1-I’ll be ready as soon as I blow-dry my hair. 2-She had a cut and blow-dry.

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(hair) line on someone's head made by brushing the hair in two different directions: 1-a centre/side parting

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(hair) line on someone's head made by brushing the hair in two different directions: 1-a centre/side parting

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relating to towns and cities exp: 1-urban decay 2-urban development 3-Pollution has reached disturbingly high levels in some urban areas. 4-The speaker gave an interesting presentation on urban transport.

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پارکینگ طبقاتی

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the part of the read where people walk . exp 1-I've told you many a time not to ride your bike on the pavement.

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extremely or unpleasantly dirty: syn > dirty / cruddy / grimy / grubby/ mucky exp: 1-Wash your hands - they're filthy! 2-Look at this tablecloth - it's filthy! 3-(UK)That girl just gave me a filthy look (= looked at me in a very unpleasant, disapproving way). 4-(UK) He was in a filthy (= a very bad) temper/mood.

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A) a railway system in which electric trains travel through tunnels below ground = مترو syn > (uk ) underground exp : 1-We took the subway uptown to Yankee Stadium. 2-A guy gave me his seat on the subway. 3-Times Square is the nexus of the New York subway. 4-Times Square is the nexus of the New York subway. B) (uk) an underground passage that allows people on foot to cross a busy road زیر گذر

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A) to make a very strong and urgent request: syn> implore/adjure plead (with) exp: 1-He begged her to stay, but she wouldn't listen. 2-They begged for mercy. B)to ask for food or money because you are poor: exp : 1-There are more and more homeless people begging on the streets these days. 2-She had to beg for money and food for her children.

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verb to move or do things more quickly than normal or to make someone do this: syn>rush exp:1-Hurry or you'll be late. 2-I refuse to be hurried into a decision (= to be forced to make a decision too quickly). 3-After spending her lunch hour shopping, she hurried back (= returned quickly) to work. 4-I hate to hurry you, but I have to leave in a few (5-UK )Don't hurry your food (= don't eat it too quickly). 5-if we hurry, there's still a chance we could catch the plane. 6-Clutching the money to his chest, he hurried to the bank. noun the need to move or do things more quickly than normal: exp: 1-We left in such a hurry that we forgot our tickets. 2-"Can you wait a few minutes?" "Yes, I'm not in any hurry/I'm in no hurry (= I can wait)." 3-What's (all) the hurry (for)/Why (all) the hurry? (= Why are you acting or moving so quickly?) check cambridge

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noun words or drawings, especially humorous, rude, or political, on walls, doors, etc. in public places: exp : 1-The subway walls are covered with graffiti. 2-A man was jet-washing grafitti off his front door 3-Graffiti was daubed on the walls. 4-The memorial to dead soldiers had been defaced by grafitti.

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noun (= rubbish) paper and rubbish that is dropped and left on the ground in a public place exp: 1-About two percent of fast-food packaging ends up as litter. **check cambridge for verb meanings

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verb سوت زدن exp : 1On the days when she wore a skirt the men on the building site would whistle at her. 2-She heard the wind whistling through the trees and the howl of a distant wolf. 3-The birds were whistling in the early morning quiet. 4-He whistled to call his dogs.

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the paert of a large city which is near the centre and often people are poor exp: 1-a child from the inner city 2-Many inner-city areas have struggled with decline and decay. 3-She teaches at an inner-city school.

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ask yourself questions about sth exp : 1-Shouldn't you phone home? Your parents will be wondering where you are. 2-He's starting to wonder whether he did the right thing in accepting this job. 3-i wonder if this turkey will be big enough for eight. 4-Have you decided where you're going next summer?" "I've been wondering about (= considering) going to Florida." *check cambridge for more meanings

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an area outside the centre of a town , where a lot of people who work in the town or city often live: exp: 1-We drove from middle-class suburbs to a very poor inner-city area. 2-a leafy suburb

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perfect, or the best possible: syn> flawless/immaculate/inpeccable exp: 1-She's the ideal person (= exactly the right type of person) for the job. 2-The television also comes in a compact 36 cm screen size, ideal for bedroom or kitchen use. 3-It's the ideal opportunity to meet people. 4-In an ideal world no one would go hungry. 5-Stone farm buildings are ideal nesting sites for barn owls. 6-A dry champagne makes the ideal accompaniment to this dish.

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full of energy and enthusiasm; interesting and exciting exp: 1-It's hard work teaching a class of lively children. 2-a lively city 3-There was some lively discussion at the meeting. 4-Angela's so cheerful and lively - she's like a breath of fresh air when she visits.

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an empty area that is available to be used: syn>cavity/chamber /gap/room exp: 1-Is there any space for my clothes in that cupboard? 2-I need to make (some) space for Mark's things. 3-When the roads are wet, you've got to leave plenty of space between you and the car in front. 4-The blank space at the end of the form is for your name. 5-We found a parking space close to the museum. **check cambridge

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if a building is surrounded by sth , that thing is all around it.

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useful or convenient: exp: 1-a handy container/tool 2-First-time visitors to France will find this guide particularly handy. 3-It's a nice house and it's handy for (= near) the train station. 4- Don't throw those bottles away - they'll come in handy (= be useful) for the picnic next Sunday.

Answer 497

from, existing in, serving, or responsible for a small area, especially of a country exp: 1-a local accent 2-local issues 3-a local newspaper/radio station 4-Most of the local population depend on fishing for their income. 5-Our children all go to the local school. 6-Many local shops will be forced to close if the new supermarket is built.

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a condition or situation that causes problems, especially one that causes something or someone to be less successful than other things or people: syn> drawback exp: 1-One disadvantage of living in the town is the lack of safe places for children to play. 2-We need to consider whether the disadvantages of the plan outweigh the advantages. 3-He had the added disadvantage of being the only man present. 4-You have to set the advantages of the scheme against the disadvantages. 5-One of the drawbacks of living with someone is having to share a bathroom.

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an increase in size or number syn> increase / boost/ rise exp: 1-A balanced diet is essential for healthy growth. 2-Plant growth is most noticeable in spring and early summer. 3-The government is trying to limit population growth. 4-Electronic publishing is a growth area (= an area of activity that is increasing in size and developing quickly).

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A built-up area is one where there are a lot of buildings.

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If something is described as a shame, it is disappointing or not satisfactory syn > pity exp: 1-It's a (great/real) shame that the event had to be cancelled. 2- Have some more vegetables - it would be a shame to waste them. 3-"Douglas had to miss the school concert because he was ill." "Oh, what a shame/that's a shame!" 4-It's such a shame they shut that factory down. 5-What a pity you're ill!