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Why Japan has so many vending machines
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黃丞顗 posted on 2022/09/27Ever wondered why Japan has a vending machine for practically everything, from hot green tea to ramen tickets? This video dives into the fascinating cultural and economic reasons behind this phenomenon, like the aging population and urban density, helping you pick up advanced vocabulary and cultural insights along the way!
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US /ˈlɪtərəli/
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- Adverb
- 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.
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US /ˈdɛdɪˌketɪd/
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UK /'dedɪkeɪtɪd/
- Transitive Verb
- To state a person's name in book, song, in respect
- To give your energy, time, etc. completely
- Adjective
- Devoted to a task or purpose; having single-minded loyalty or integrity.
- Designed for or devoted to a specific purpose or task.
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US /əbˈsɛʃən, ɑb-/
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UK /əb'seʃn/
- Uncountable Noun
- Irrational motive for performing certain actions
- An idea or thought that continually preoccupies or intrudes on a person's mind
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US /ˈkraɪsɪs/
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UK /'kraɪsɪs/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Unstable situation of extreme danger or difficulty
- A turning point in a disease.
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