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    serve as

    US /sɚv æz/

    ・

    UK /sə:v æz/

    A1
    phr. v.Phrasal VerbTo perform a particular function; to be used for a specific purpose.
    This room can serve as a dining room.

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    Knight

    40:16Knight
    • Although any medieval knight going to war would automatically serve as a man at arms, not all men at arms were knights.

      Although any medieval knight going to war would automatically serve as a man at arms, not all men at arms were knights.

    • going to war would automatically serve as a man-at-arms, not all men-at-arms were knights.

      going to war would automatically serve as a man-at-arms, not all men-at-arms were knights.

    B2

    3 Jokes That Make People Instantly Like You

    10:543 Jokes That Make People Instantly Like You
    • Now, luckily, Ellen doesn't crack that type of joke often, but it does serve as a good reminder.

      Now, luckily, Ellen doesn't crack that type of joke often, but it does serve as a good reminder.

    • but it does serve as a good reminder.

      but it does serve as a good reminder.

    B1

    Democratic Presidential Debate - June 26 (Full) | NBC News

    36:00Democratic Presidential Debate - June 26 (Full) | NBC News
    • I still serve as a major, served over 16 years, deployed twice to the Middle East,

      I still serve as a major, served over 16 years, deployed twice to the Middle East,

    • I still serve as a major, served over 16 years, deployed twice to the Middle East,

      I still serve as a major, served over 16 years, deployed twice to the Middle East,

    B1

    The TRUTH About Studying

    03:53The TRUTH About Studying
    • Sometimes, studying for a degree can serve as proof that you are capable of providing value, but it's not the only form of proof out there.

      Sometimes, studying for a degree can serve as proof that you are capable of providing value, but it's not the only form of proof out there.

    A2

    7 Things You Didn't Know About Valentine's Day | History Countdown

    08:577 Things You Didn't Know About Valentine's Day | History Countdown
    • John hoping that his drinks would serve as an alternative to alcohol.

      John hoping that his drinks would serve as an alternative to alcohol.

    B2

    SpongeBob SquarePants | Evil Spatula | Nickelodeon UK

    03:59SpongeBob SquarePants | Evil Spatula | Nickelodeon UK
    • it'll serve as the endcap for my Sizzlemaster.

      it'll serve as the endcap for my Sizzlemaster.

    B2

    The Cascadia Fault Is Ready To Rupture: A MEGA Earthquake Is Coming!

    10:58The Cascadia Fault Is Ready To Rupture: A MEGA Earthquake Is Coming!
    • These events serve as sobering reminders of the destructive power of megathrust earthquakes and the critical importance of preparation and resilience.

      These events serve as sobering reminders of the destructive power of megathrust earthquakes and the critical importance of preparation and resilience.

    • These events serve as sobering reminders of the destructive power of megathrust earthquakes and the critical importance of preparation and resilience.

      These events serve as sobering reminders of the destructive power of megathrust earthquakes and the critical importance of preparation and resilience.

    B2

    US pauses military aid to Ukraine as EU chief says Europe is 'ready to step up' | BBC News

    17:41US pauses military aid to Ukraine as EU chief says Europe is 'ready to step up' | BBC News
    • The UK government says it remains absolutely committed to peace in Ukraine and that it's engaging with key allies After President Trump paused US military aid to the war-torn country a short while ago The EU Commission president outlined her plan to strengthen Europe's military capability Saying it would help the bloc get immediate military equipment to Ukraine An official in Washington explained President Trump's decision by saying the president's been clear that he's focused on peace We need our partners to be committed to that goal as well We're pausing and reviewing our aid to ensure that it's contributing to a solution Well since returning to the White House President Trump's claimed and on a number of occasions that the Biden administration gave Ukraine 350 billion dollars in military assistance BBC News has not been able to verify that figure Well, the US Department of Defense says the amount spent on military assistance to Ukraine in the three years since the Russian invasion Amounts to just over a hundred and eighty billion dollars President Trump's move come two days after that heated exchange between him and President Zelensky and Vice President Vance in the Oval Office Well speaking to Fox News before the military aid was paused Vice President Vance said the door is open if mr Zelensky is willing to talk peace mr. Vance also suggested that giving Washington an economic interest in the future of Ukraine would serve as a security guarantee If you want real security guarantees if you want to actually ensure that Vladimir Putin does not invade Ukraine again The very best security guarantee is to give Americans economic upside in the future of Ukraine That is a way better security guarantee than 20,000 troops from some random country that hasn't fought a war in 30 or 40 years the security guarantee and also the economic guarantee for Ukraine is to rebuild the country and Ensure that America has a long-term interest JD Vance there will Ukraine does produce some of its own weaponry But it does rely heavily on billions of dollars of aid from overseas allies such as America and Europe With more on all of that his BBC verifies Nick Hurdley What would a reduction in US support look like and could Europe step in to fill funding and equipment gaps?

      The UK government says it remains absolutely committed to peace in Ukraine and that it's engaging with key allies After President Trump paused US military aid to the war-torn country a short while ago The EU Commission president outlined her plan to strengthen Europe's military capability Saying it would help the bloc get immediate military equipment to Ukraine An official in Washington explained President Trump's decision by saying the president's been clear that he's focused on peace We need our partners to be committed to that goal as well We're pausing and reviewing our aid to ensure that it's contributing to a solution Well since returning to the White House President Trump's claimed and on a number of occasions that the Biden administration gave Ukraine 350 billion dollars in military assistance BBC News has not been able to verify that figure Well, the US Department of Defense says the amount spent on military assistance to Ukraine in the three years since the Russian invasion Amounts to just over a hundred and eighty billion dollars President Trump's move come two days after that heated exchange between him and President Zelensky and Vice President Vance in the Oval Office Well speaking to Fox News before the military aid was paused Vice President Vance said the door is open if mr Zelensky is willing to talk peace mr. Vance also suggested that giving Washington an economic interest in the future of Ukraine would serve as a security guarantee If you want real security guarantees if you want to actually ensure that Vladimir Putin does not invade Ukraine again The very best security guarantee is to give Americans economic upside in the future of Ukraine That is a way better security guarantee than 20,000 troops from some random country that hasn't fought a war in 30 or 40 years the security guarantee and also the economic guarantee for Ukraine is to rebuild the country and Ensure that America has a long-term interest JD Vance there will Ukraine does produce some of its own weaponry But it does rely heavily on billions of dollars of aid from overseas allies such as America and Europe With more on all of that his BBC verifies Nick Hurdley What would a reduction in US support look like and could Europe step in to fill funding and equipment gaps?

    • Vance also suggested that giving Washington an economic interest in the future of Ukraine would serve as a security guarantee.

      Vance also suggested that giving Washington an economic interest in the future of Ukraine would serve as a security guarantee.

    B1

    Why Cruise Lines Are Pumping Billions Into Private Islands | WSJ The Economics Of

    05:51Why Cruise Lines Are Pumping Billions Into Private Islands | WSJ The Economics Of
    • Cruise lines say these islands can also help ease congestion at packed ports and serve as backup stops when bad weather disrupts itineraries.

      Cruise lines say these islands can also help ease congestion at packed ports and serve as backup stops when bad weather disrupts itineraries.

    • Cruise lines say these islands can also help ease congestion at packed ports and serve as backup stops when bad weather disrupts itineraries.

      Cruise lines say these islands can also help ease congestion at packed ports and serve as backup stops when bad weather disrupts itineraries.

    B1

    FULL SPEECH: President Joe Biden gives address after dropping out of 2024 election

    11:01FULL SPEECH: President Joe Biden gives address after dropping out of 2024 election
    • It's been the honor of my life to serve as your president.

      It's been the honor of my life to serve as your president.

    • It's been the honor of my life to serve as your president.

      It's been the honor of my life to serve as your president.

    B1