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Why these all-white paintings are in museums and mine aren't
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林宜悉 posted on 2022/02/06Ever wondered why a blank white canvas can hang in a museum? This video dives into the fascinating world of minimalism and artists like Robert Ryman, explaining the art debates and surface textures that make these paintings so intriguing. You'll pick up some advanced vocabulary while exploring a unique cultural topic!
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anxiety
US /æŋˈzaɪɪti/
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UK /æŋ'zaɪətɪ/
- Uncountable Noun
- A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about something that might happen, especially when the outcome is uncertain.
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More individual
US /ˌɪndəˈvɪdʒuəl/
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UK /ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒuəl/
- Countable Noun
- Single person, looked at separately from others
- A single thing or item, especially when part of a set or group.
- Adjective
- Made for use by one single person
- Having a distinct manner different from others
A2
More obvious
US /ˈɑbviəs/
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UK /ˈɒbviəs/
- Adjective
- Easily understood and clear; plain to see
- Easy to see or notice.
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More subtle
US /ˈsʌtl/
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UK /'sʌtl/
- Adjective
- Delicate or slight so it is difficult to perceive
- Clever or indirect but hides the true purpose
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