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The hidden costs of PFI deals | BBC News
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林宜悉 posted on 2026/01/10Ever wondered about the real cost of those big PFI deals? This BBC investigation dives into how these contracts impact schools, revealing shocking issues like cold classrooms and flooded facilities, and you'll pick up some advanced vocabulary along the way! It's a fantastic chance to understand public policy and boost your English comprehension with real-world examples.
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absolutely
US /ˈæbsəˌlutli, ˌæbsəˈlutli/
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UK /ˈæbsəlu:tli/
- Adverb
- Completely; totally; very
- Considered independently and without relation to other things; viewed abstractly; as, quantity absolutely considered.
A2
More obvious
US /ˈɑbviəs/
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UK /ˈɒbviəs/
- Adjective
- Easily understood and clear; plain to see
- Easy to see or notice.
A2TOEIC
More vital
US /'vaɪtl/
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UK /'vaɪtl/
- Adjective
- Needed to support life; essential
- Full of life; energetic
B1TOEIC
More properly
US /ˈprɑːpərli/
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UK /ˈprɔpəlɪ/
- Adverb
- In an appropriate or correct manner
- In a way that is suitable or appropriate.
A2
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