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Meryl Streep, Barnard Commencement Speaker 2010, Columbia University
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Piggy Joyce posted on 2014/03/01Ever wondered what advice Meryl Streep would give to new graduates? In this inspiring commencement speech, you'll hear her thoughts on acting, empathy, and navigating your career, plus pick up some advanced vocabulary along the way! It's a fantastic chance to learn practical workplace tips and gain cultural insights from a true icon.
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school
US /skul/
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UK /sku:l/
- Countable Noun
- Large group of fish that swim together
- Building where you learn in classes with a teacher
- Uncountable Noun
- Education of a child
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More man
US /mæn/
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UK /mæn/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Humans in general, including male and female
- Transitive Verb
- To control or operate (a machine); be in charge of
- To operate a machine (a boat, etc.)
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More feel
US /fil/
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UK /fi:l/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To be aware of or experience an emotion, sensation
- To sense through direct contact; touch
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More mother
US /ˈmʌðɚ/
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UK /ˈmʌðə(r)/
- Noun
- Female who has a child or children; female parent
- Transitive Verb
- To take care of someone as if they were your child
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