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March 28, 2024
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.
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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