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literally

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adverb
In a literal manner or sense; exactly
In a literal manner or sense; exactly as stated.
Used for emphasis to describe something that is actually true, often to highlight surprise or intensity.
Used to acknowledge that something is not literally true but is used for emphasis or to express strong feeling
In a literal manner or sense; exactly.
Used to indicate that something is effectively or virtually true, even if not technically so.
In a literal way; in fact; actually.
Used to emphasize a statement or description that is not literally true but is used for rhetorical effect.
Used to acknowledge that something is not literally true but is used for emphasis or to express strong feeling.

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debate

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To argue about a subject, especially in a formal manner.

other
To consider something; to think about something carefully before making a decision.
To discuss a subject in a formal way.
To discuss a subject in a formal way, presenting different opinions.

noun
General public discussion of a topic
A discussion or argument on a subject where people express different opinions.
A formal event where two sides discuss a topic
A formal discussion or argument about a subject.

verb
To consider options before making a decision
To take part in a formal discussion

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negative

US /ˈnɛɡətɪv/

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UK /'neɡətɪv/

adjective
Pessimistic or unfavorable.
Unfavorable or critical.
Harmful or undesirable.
Carrying a negative electric charge.
Expressing or containing a negation or denial.
Being harmful, unwanted or unhelpful
Less than zero.
In mathematics, being less than zero
Less than zero.
Focusing on the bad aspects; pessimistic
Indicating the absence of something, such as a disease or condition.
Expressing disagreement or refusal.
Indicating the absence of a particular condition, substance, or organism.
Expressing or signifying negation, refusal, or denial.

noun
The opposite to a positive electrical charge
In grammar, containing words such as 'no' or 'not'
Reply to a question or statement that means 'no'
Image on camera film used to make a photo
A reversed image on a transparent base, used to make positive prints.
A refusal, denial, or rejection.
A negative statement or response.

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audience

US /ˈɔdiəns/

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noun
Group of people attending a play, movie etc.

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permanent

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adjective
Lasting forever; not temporary or changing
Existing or intended to exist for a long or unlimited period
Remaining in the same state or condition.
Remaining in the same state or condition.
Intended to last or remain for an unlimited period
Lasting or intended to last or remain unchanged indefinitely
Designed to remain in a particular place or state for a long time.
Continuing or intended to continue without significant change.

noun
A person who is a permanent employee.
A chemical treatment to create lasting curls or waves in the hair.

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freak

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noun
An unusual and unexpected event or accident.
A person who is extremely enthusiastic about something.
A person with an unusual appearance or behaviour.
A very strange or unusual person or thing.

verb

adjective
(Of weather, etc.) unusual; unpredictable; amazing

other
To behave in a wild and irrational way because you are afraid or upset.

other
To cause someone to become very anxious, agitated, or disturbed.

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imagine

US /ɪˈmædʒɪn/

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verb
To think creatively about; form mental picture of
Form a mental image or concept of something.
Suppose or assume something.

other
To form a mental image or concept of something.
To suppose or assume something.

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kinda

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adverb
Short way of saying 'kind of'
Used informally to express a feeling or desire.
Somewhat; to some extent; rather.
Sort of; in a way.

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calm

US /kɑm/

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UK /kɑ:m/

adjective
Not showing or feeling nervousness, anger, or other emotions.
Without wind or storm; quiet; peaceful
Not showing or feeling nervousness, anger, or other emotions
Relaxed and quiet; not angry, nervous, or upset
Relaxed and not worried or angry
Without hurried movement or noise; peaceful

other
To become quiet or peaceful

other
To make someone quiet or peaceful

verb
To make or become relaxed and not worried or angry
To make someone feel peaceful and quiet.

noun
A period of time when the weather is calm

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deal

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noun
An agreement entered into, especially in business, to do something for someone else.
A large amount or quantity.
A business transaction.
The act of distributing playing cards.

other
To distribute playing cards to players.
To behave in a certain way towards someone.

verb
To cope with something - usually troubles
To give (something bad e.g. news) to
To buy and sell illegal drugs
To give out (cards, etc.) to; distribute
To do business with someone or to sell products

other
To take action to solve a problem.

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messy

US /ˈmɛsi/

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UK /'mesɪ/

adjective
Being complex or difficult to fix
Being untidy or dirty
Having an unkempt or disheveled appearance.
Characterized by a lack of neatness or order; careless.
Complicated and unpleasant.
Untidy or dirty.

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address

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UK /ə'dres/

noun
A location in a computer's memory
A formal speech delivered to an audience.
The particulars of the place where someone lives or an organization is situated.
Exact street location of a place
A formal speech to a group of people

other
Think about and begin to deal with (an issue or problem)
To speak to someone using a formal title or form of address.
Write the name and address of someone on an envelope or package
Speak to (a person or an audience), typically in a formal way
To deal with or start to discuss a problem.
To speak to someone.
To write an address on an envelope or package.

verb
To write the place someone lives on a letter
To refer to someone or something formally
To make a formal speech to a group of people
To try to find a solution to; think about

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tease

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verb
To purposefully bother an animal
To playfully embarrass or make fun of

noun
Something said or done as a joke

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silence

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noun
State of being quiet and not talking for a time
When there is not sound or noise; complete quiet
The state of not making or producing any sound.
Refusal to discuss or talk about an issue

verb
To stop the noise that something is making
To prevent someone from expressing thoughts
To prohibit or prevent from speaking.

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pretty

US /ˈprɪti/

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UK /'prɪtɪ/

adjective
Attractive in a delicate way without being truly beautiful
Being attractive to the eye in a simple way
Pleasing; fine
Pleasant or nice.

other
To make (something) more attractive or appealing

adverb
To a moderate degree; fairly.
Very; to a great degree
To some extent; fairly
Used to emphasize something, often in a negative way.

noun
A pretty thing or person
A pretty thing.

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apologize

US /əˈpɑləˌdʒaɪz/

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UK /ə'pɒlədʒaɪz/

verb
To say sorry because of a mistake or injury

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equally

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UK /ˈi:kwəli/

adverb
In an equal, even, or identical manner

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permanently

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UK /'pɜ:mənəntlɪ/

adverb
For a long time; always
In a way that lasts or remains unchanged indefinitely
In a way that is intended to last or remain unchanged indefinitely.
In a way that is firmly or securely fixed in place.
In a way that cannot be reversed or undone.
In a way that lasts or remains unchanged indefinitely.
In a way that is regular or long-term, not temporary.

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single

US /ˈsɪŋɡəl/

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UK /'sɪŋɡl/

noun
One run in cricket or a hit baseball
An individual song from a CD or album
Person who is not married or in a relationship

adjective
Being one only, without others
Only; merely
Not married or in a relationship

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election

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UK /ɪ'lekʃn/

noun
Process of choosing someone by voting
The act of selecting someone or something.
A formal and organized process of electing or being elected, especially of members of a political body.

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decide

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UK /dɪ'saɪd/

verb
to affect the result of something
To make a choice or choose after thinking about it
To choose something, especially after thinking carefully about several possibilities
To make a legal judgment in court
To officially choose something after a legal process.

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alarm

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noun
an alarm clock
Sound or light used for a warning or alert

verb
To make someone unpleasantly surprised

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support

US /səˈpɔrt, -ˈport/

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UK /səˈpɔ:t/

noun
Assistance or advice given to someone
Evidence that helps prove something is true
A thing to hold up or prevent from falling down

verb
To give assistance or advice to someone
To help prove or show that something is true
To hold up or prevent from falling down

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program

US /ˈproˌɡræm, -ɡrəm/

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UK /'prəʊɡræm/

noun
A broadcast on television or radio.
A planned series of events or activities.
A set of instructions that tells a computer what to do.
Small book of events in a play, concert or movie
A plan or schedule of events
A plan of action designed to achieve a specific goal.
A structured set of activities designed to help someone recover from an illness or addiction.
Series of classes at a college or university
A computer application
TV show

other
To write a set of instructions for a computer to follow.
To arrange according to a plan or schedule.

verb
To make someone act or think in a certain way
To write computer code for a piece of software

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sound

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adjective
Sensible, dependable and reliable
Unbroken or undisturbed, as of sleep
Firm or solid in structure
Sane; not mentally ill
Clearly reasoned; involving sense, good judgment

noun
Unique quality that characterizes a style of music
Waves traveling in air or water that can be heard

verb
To seem or appear to be, from what was said
To say in a clear deliberate manner
To make a noise, e.g. to ring a bell

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promise

US /ˈprɑmɪs/

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UK /'prɒmɪs/

verb
To say you will certainly do something
Assure someone that one will definitely do, give, or arrange something; undertake or declare something.
To assure someone that one will definitely do something.

other
To assure someone that one will definitely do something or that something will happen.
To assure someone that one will definitely do, give, or arrange something; undertake or declare.
To indicate that something specified will develop.
To pledge or vow to do something.

noun
A declaration assuring that one will do something or that a particular thing will happen.
A declaration assuring that one will do something or that a particular thing will happen.
Potential for future success or excellence.
A declaration assuring that one will do something or that a particular thing will happen.

other
To show signs of (something good).

other
Grounds for feeling hopeful or confident about the future.

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make

US /mek/

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verb
To arrange or prepare something e.g. dinner
To get to (a place) on time
To gain the status of (teacher, lawyer, etc.)
To create something by putting things together
To create or construct something.
To earn a certain amount of money at a job
To cause or force a person to do something
To force someone to do something.
To cause something to happen or be formed

noun
Product made by a particular company; brand

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person

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UK /'pɜ:sn/

noun
Man, woman or child
A character in a play, story, or other work of fiction.
A grammatical category that distinguishes between the speaker (first person), the addressee (second person), and others (third person).
A human being; an individual.
An entity recognized by law as having rights and responsibilities, such as an individual, corporation, or organization.
An individual, typically used to emphasize their distinct identity or role.

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explosion

US /ɪkˈsploʒən/

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UK /ɪkˈspləʊʒn/

noun
Loud and sudden expression of emotion
Sudden increase of something
Violent release of energy (e.g. from a bomb)
A sudden and violent burst or shattering, often with a loud noise, caused by the rapid expansion of gases.
A rapid and significant increase or expansion.
A sudden outburst of emotion, especially anger or frustration.

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