Unit 5 Vocab Flashcards

1
Q

a system of trash and garbage disposal in which the waste is buried between layers of earth to build up low-lying land.

A

landfill

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2
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a small, narrow river.

A

stream

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3
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state one’s intention to take hostile action against someone in retribution for something done or not done.

A

to threaten /ˈθret.ən/

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4
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to grow vigorously : flourish

A

to thrive /θraɪv/

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5
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a large area of countryside, usually one without many buildings or other things that are not natural

A

landscape

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6
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to communicate an idea or feeling without saying it directly.

A

to imply

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7
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to some degree

A

somewhat

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8
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most extreme or important because either the original or final, or the best or worst.

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ultimate /ˈʌl.tɪ.mət/

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