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March 28, 2024

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Vocabulary

Vocabulary

flood

Definition

A lot of water covering an area that is usually dry.

Sample Sentence

The heavy rain caused a flood in the town.

global warming

Definition

The slow increase in Earth's temperature, causing changes in climate.

Sample Sentence

Global warming is a serious problem for our planet.

delays

Definition

Things happening later than planned.

Sample Sentence

The flight was canceled due to weather delays.

now and then

Definition

Sometimes, but not very often.

Sample Sentence

I like to visit my grandparents now and then.

of mine

Definition

Belonging to me.

Sample Sentence

This is a favorite book of mine.

ounce (oz)

Definition

A small unit for measuring weight.

Sample Sentence

A recipe might tell you to add 8 ounces of sugar.

typically

Definition

Usually, or most of the time.

Sample Sentence

I typically eat breakfast early in the morning.

conservative

Definition

Liking things to stay the same; not liking change.

Sample Sentence

My grandparents have conservative political views.

past

Definition

The time before now.

Sample Sentence

We learned about ancient Egypt in history class this past week.

lenient

Definition

Not strict.

Sample Sentence

Some teachers are more lenient with grading than others.

video clips

Definition

short scenes from a video.

Sample Sentence

I like watching video clips of documentaries.

auntie/aunt

Definition

Your dad's sister or your mom's sister.

Sample Sentence

My auntie is coming to visit for my birthday.

optimal

Definition

The best possible.

Sample Sentence

We need optimal weather conditions for the rocket launch.

suboptimal

Definition

Less than the best.

Sample Sentence

The food in the cafeteria is suboptimal.

appearance

Definition

How something or someone looks on the outside.

Sample Sentence

She always takes great care of her appearance.

braces

Definition

A device worn on teeth to make them straight and even.

Sample Sentence

My sister just got braces on her teeth.

functional reason

Definition

A practical reason why something is the way it is.

Sample Sentence

This old chair isn't very pretty, but it has a functional reason for being here - it's comfortable!

conscious

Definition

Being aware or noticing something.

Sample Sentence

I was conscious of a strange noise in the room.

sticking out

Definition

Going further out than other things around it.

Sample Sentence

His ears were sticking out a bit.

wealth

Definition

Having lots of money or valuable possessions.

Sample Sentence

Some people inherit great wealth from their families.

blurry

Definition

Not clear or sharp, hard to see well.

Sample Sentence

My vision is blurry without my glasses.

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Vancouver is not that cold. In Vancouver, it often rains.

It has more sugar

Stevia He had a concert

Korean culture is conservative

In Korea, there is a proverb that says

Korea is close-minded about divorce

They prohibit

Their religion is catholic

Should abortion be legal or illegal?

Showing their hard life

They were focusing on the economical situation

Having a baby unprepared is suboptimal.

pretty privilege

Everyone has the right to improve their appearance.

appearance

Nobody mentioned anything about my teeth

buck teeth

sticking out teeth

Symbol of wealth or richness

See clearer

blurry clear

squint your eyes

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