Vocabulary. Development Flashcards
1
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expand
A
to increase in size or amount, or to make something increase
- We are hoping to expand our range of products.
- I want to expand my vocabulary
2
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improve
A
to get better or to make something better
- Every year thousands of students come to London to improve their English.
3
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increase
A
to get bigger or to make something bigger in size or amount
- Eating fatty food increases the risk of heart disease.
a rise in the number, size, or amount of something
- We are seeing an increase in standards of living.
4
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advance
A
to develop or progress, or to make something develop or progress
- He moved to New York with hopes of advancing his career.
new discoveries and inventions
- technological/scientific advances
5
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fruitful
A
producing good or useful results
- We had a very fruitful discussion.