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significant

US /sɪɡˈnɪfɪkənt/

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UK /sɪgˈnɪfɪkənt/

adjective
Large enough to be noticed or have an effect
Having meaning; important; noticeable
(Statistics) being clearly different

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context

US /ˈkɑnˌtɛkst/

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UK /ˈkɒntekst/

noun
Set of facts surrounding a person or event
The parts of something written or spoken that immediately precede and follow a word or passage and clarify its meaning.
The circumstances that form the setting for an event, statement, or idea, and in terms of which it can be fully understood and assessed.

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demonstrate

US /ˈdɛmənˌstret/

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UK /'demənstreɪt/

other
To explain or describe something clearly.
To show something clearly by giving proof or evidence.

verb
To display a feeling or ability openly
To protest about something often as a group
To prove or make clear by reasoning or evidence
To show how something works (e.g. product)

other
To take part in a public demonstration or protest.

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immediately

US /ɪˈmidiɪtli/

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UK /ɪˈmi:diətli/

adverb
Without any delay; straight away
Without any delay; at once.
Very closely in space or time; next to.
Directly and personally.
Following or preceding without any interval of time or space.
Without any delay; instantly.

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force

US /fɔrs, fors/

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UK /fɔ:s/

other
To break open (something) using force.
To compel (someone) to do something.
To cause (a plant or crop) to develop or mature prematurely in a greenhouse or under artificial conditions.
To cause (a plant or flower) to grow or develop at an increased rate.
To use physical strength to break open or move (something).

other
Coercion or compulsion; strength or power exerted to cause motion or change.
Strength or energy as an attribute of physical action or movement.

other
Coercion or compulsion; strength or power exerted to cause or affect.
An influence or effect.
Physical strength or energy as an attribute of physical action or movement.
Strength or energy as an attribute of physical action or movement.

noun
Coercion or compulsion, especially with the use or threat of violence.
Group of persons trained for military action; army
A body of people employed and trained for a particular task or purpose.
An influence or effect.
A body of people employed and trained for law enforcement.
A body of soldiers or police.
An influence that can cause a body to accelerate.
Pressure; attraction
Strength or energy as an attribute of physical action or movement.
The use of physical strength/violence to persuade
Strength or power of expression or argument.

verb
To use physical strength or violence to persuade

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precious

US /ˈprɛʃəs/

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UK /'preʃəs/

adjective
Affected or excessively refined.
Dear or beloved.
Having a youthful, cute, and pleasant appearance
Used ironically to express scorn or disapproval.
Very little (time, money etc.)
Extremely loved and valued
Of high monetary value, especially a metal.
Being very sensitive about something
Of high monetary value, especially a stone.
Of great value; not to be wasted or treated carelessly.
Being of great value; highly prized

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bacteria

US /bækˈtɪriə/

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UK /bæk'tɪərɪə/

noun (plural)
Plural form of bacterium; a large group of single-celled microorganisms.

noun
The very small creatures that can cause disease

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issue

US /ˈɪʃu/

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UK /'ɪʃu:/

noun
A person's children.
A point of disagreement or dispute.
Important topic discussed, debated or argued over
A copy of a magazine or newspaper published at a particular time.
Single edition of a magazine
The action of supplying or officially providing something.
An important topic or problem for debate or discussion.

verb
To make something available to be used or sold
To deliver a statement, etc. in an official manner

other
To send out or give out.
To officially produce or provide something.

other
To be produced or supplied.

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endure

US /ɛnˈdʊr, -ˈdjʊr/

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UK /ɪn'djʊə(r)/

verb
To last for a long time; continue to exist
To accept difficulties without struggle

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portrait

US /ˈpɔrtrɪt,-ˌtret,ˈpor-/

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UK /ˈpɔ:trit/

noun
A representation or impression of someone or something in language or other media.
A format in which the height is greater than the width.
Picture of a person's head and shoulders
A painting, drawing, photograph, or engraving of a person, especially one depicting only the face or head and shoulders.
Detailed representation of someone in film, etc.

adjective
A format in which the height is greater than the width.
Relating to a photograph, painting, drawing, or engraving of a person.

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filter

US /ˈfɪltɚ/

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UK /'fɪltə(r)/

noun
A digital effect or setting that modifies an image or video.
A program or device that filters data.
Device to remove certain types of light, sound
Device to remove unwanted things from liquid, gas
A transparent screen used in front of a camera lens to change the light.

other
To apply a digital effect or setting to modify an image or video.
To selectively prevent the passage of (information or people).
To pass (light, sound, etc.) through a filter to reduce its intensity or alter its quality.
To pass (a liquid, gas, light, or sound) through a device to remove unwanted material.
To pass slowly or gradually.

verb
To remove certain types of light, sound
To remove unwanted substances from a liquid or gas

other
To move or pass gradually or slowly.
Of a motorcycle or cyclist: to move between lanes of slower-moving or stationary traffic.

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draw

US /drɔ/

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UK /drɔ:/

noun
Something that attracts people to visit a place
A lottery or prize
Result of a game, contest where the score is equal

verb
To attract attention to someone or something
To get closer to or approach something or someone
To influence a person's involvement in something
To move an object by pulling
To create an image using pen or pencil and paper
To take one thing out of a container, etc.
(Of 2 teams) to finish a game with the same score

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crowd

US /kraʊd/

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UK /kraʊd/

verb
To force too many things, people into
(Lots of people) to meet together in one place

noun
Large group of people together in one place

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universe

US /ˈjunəˌvɚs/

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UK /ˈju:nɪvɜ:s/

noun
A particular sphere of activity, interest, or experience.
A virtual or simulated environment, especially in computing.
All of space that contains planets and stars
Things surrounding a person, affecting their life

other
A particular sphere of activity, interest, or experience.
All existing matter and space considered as a whole; the cosmos.

other
All existing matter and space considered as a whole; the cosmos.

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attractive

US /əˈtræktɪv/

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UK /əˈtræktɪv/

adjective
Making you like them, as by being good-looking
Offering advantages or benefits; tempting.
Pleasing or appealing to the senses.

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address

US /əˈdrɛs/

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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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crawl

US /krɔl/

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UK /krɔ:l/

noun
Very slow progress (e.g. traffic)
Swimming by moving your arms forward then back

verb
To move very slowly or cautiously
To move along with the body close to the ground
To walk like an insect

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film

US /fɪlm/

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UK /fɪlm/

noun
Thin layer that covers something
Movie

verb
To record moving action with a camera

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couple

US /ˈkʌpəl/

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UK /'kʌpl/

noun
A small number of things or people; a few.
Two people in a romantic relationship
Two people who are married or in a romantic relationship.
Two of something; two people; a pair

verb
To join something to something else
(Two animals) to engage in sexual relations
To put two people or things together

other
To join or link together.

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nerve

US /nɚv/

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UK /nə:v/

noun
Fibers in the body that enable feeling, movement
A fiber or bundle of fibers in the body that transmits impulses of sensation to the brain or spinal cord, and impulses from these to the muscles and organs.
Courage to do something that is difficult or risky

other
Courage or boldness; audacity.
Impudence; effrontery; audacity.

other
To summon one's courage; brace oneself.

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device

US /dɪˈvaɪs/

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UK /dɪˈvaɪs/

noun
A piece of hardware or equipment used in computer systems.
A technique or figure of speech used to achieve a particular effect in writing or speech.
Object, machine, or equipment for a specific use
A mechanism or piece of machinery.
Method of doing something; a way
A plan or strategy used to achieve a particular aim.
A tool or piece of equipment made for a specific purpose.

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wanna

US /ˈwɑnə/

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UK /'wɒnə/

verb
Shortened form of 'want to'. Used only in speaking

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social

US /ˈsoʃəl/

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UK /ˈsəuʃəl/

adjective
Involving activity with people, e.g. in free time
Living together and depending on each other

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pivotal

US /ˈpɪvətl/

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UK /ˈpɪvətl/

adjective
Having a lot of importance

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waste

US /west/

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UK /weɪst/

verb
To kill or severely harm someone
To use valuable things ineffectively
To use carelessly

noun
Unwanted material or substance
Materials left over after a process has finished

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documentary

US /ˌdɑ:kjuˈmentri/

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UK /ˌdɒkjuˈmentri/

adjective
Supported by written evidence

noun
Film TV program giving facts about a person, event

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moment

US /'moʊmənt/

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UK /'məʊmənt/

noun
Very short or brief period of time
A particular period in time

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notice

US /ˈnotɪs/

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UK /'nəʊtɪs/

noun
A written or printed announcement or warning.
Formal notification of intention to end a contract of employment.
Time by when you must leave, e.g. if you are fired
Paper with an announcement, e.g. pinned to a board
Advance notification of intention to end an agreement or employment.

verb
To become aware by sight, touch, or hearing
To become aware of (something).

other
To pay attention

other
To become aware of (something) by seeing, hearing, or feeling it.

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decide

US /dɪˈsaɪd/

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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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government

US /ˈɡʌvənmənt/

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UK /ˈgʌvənmənt/

noun
Group of people and system that rule a nation
A building where a government operates.
A department or bureau of the government.
The body or group of people that controls and directs a country or state.
The administration in power.
The body or group of people that controls and directs a country or area.
The system by which a state or community is governed.

other
The act or process of governing; governance.
The act or manner of governing; control; direction.
Divine direction; providence.
The study of how countries are governed.
The system by which a state or community is governed.
The study of the systems of governing.

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taste

US /test/

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UK /teɪst/

noun
(Good) sense of style in clothes, art, or manners
Flavor in your mouth from food or drink
A liking for something; preference
Brief experience of something

verb
To experience something
To experience the flavor of food, drink
To briefly experience to see if you like something

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afraid

US /əˈfred/

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UK /əˈfreɪd/

adjective
I'm sorry to say (expressing regret)
Worried that something bad will happen; scared

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celebrate

US /ˈsɛləˌbret/

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UK /'selɪbreɪt/

other
To observe (a day or event) with ceremonies of rejoicing.
To publicly acknowledge (a significant or happy day or event) with a social gathering or enjoyable activity.

verb
To observe an event or occasion, e.g. a birthday
To lead or participate in a religious ceremony
To express praise or thanks for something

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great

US /ɡret/

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UK /ɡreɪt/

adverb
Very good; better than before

adjective
Very good; excellent.
Used to describe the relationship between a grandparent, aunt, uncle, etc. and their grandchild, nephew, niece, etc.
Very large in size
Very important
Of an extent, amount, or intensity considerably above the average
Remarkable or outstanding
Very good at a particular activity
Very good; fantastic; wonderful

noun
Successful and well-admired person

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feed

US /fid/

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UK /fi:d/

noun
Food given to animals

verb
To give food, e.g. to animals or a baby
To push something through an opening
To provide necessary supplies to

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set

US /sɛt/

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UK /set/

verb
To put something in a particular place or position.
To fix or direct one's mind or attention on something.
To put a broken bone into the correct position for healing.
To put a broken bone into the correct position for healing.
To make a clock state or ring at a particular time
To decide upon or choose something
To start a journey or activity.
To make something ready for use (e.g. table)
To establish or decide on something.
To decide on a price for something
To become hard (of glue, concrete etc.)
To become firm or hard.
To be located in a specific place or time
To put words to music.
To prepare something for use.
To arrange type for printing.
To put (e.g. a vase) down carefully in a place
To put someone in a certain condition or state
(Of the sun) to go lower than the horizon

noun
A determined or resolute attitude.
Complete group of something
Place where a television show or movie is filmed
The scenery and props used for a play or film.
A television receiver.
Group of games in a tennis match
Device that receives radio or television signals

adjective
Prepared for something; ready
Fixed; not able to be changed.

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cellular

US /ˈsɛljəlɚ/

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UK /'seljələ(r)/

adjective
Concerning a cell of a living thing
(Of radio signals) functioning without wires

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mobile

US /ˈmoʊbl/

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UK /'məʊbaɪl/

adjective
Able to be moved or able to move
Capable of being moved readily from place to place, especially in providing a service.
Able to move easily from one job, place, or social class to another.
Capable of moving or being moved readily.
Able to move easily from one job, class, or social group to another.
Characterized by a high degree of movement and change.