05.10.2024

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resentment
She felt resentment towards her colleague for getting the promotion she deserved
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a feeling of anger about that has been perceived as unfair or wrong
She felt angry towards her colleague for getting the promotion she deserved
dilute
The impact of the message was diluted by too much information
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to make something weaker or less concentrated
The impact of the message lost its impact by too much information
half-assed
His half-assed attempt at fixing the car left it in worse shape than before.
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an informal term often used to describe work or effort that is done with little care
He put in minimal effort to fix the car.
derived from
You and a friend are discussing different types of pasta dishes at a cooking class.
that many pasta shapes are derived from specific regions in Italy.
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originates or comes from a particular source
That’s so interesting! For example, I read that the name ‘fettuccine’ is derived from the Latin word for ‘little ribbons.’
exemplify
"Her actions exemplify the qualities of a great leader."
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To illustrate or demonstrate something.
Her actions are typical of a great leader.
impervious
"She remained impervious to the criticism and continued her work."
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unaffected.
She ignored the criticism and kept working.
fall in a ditch
"I was so distracted that I almost fell in a ditch while walking."
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To accidentally stumble into a ditch.
I was close to stumbling into a ditch due to distraction.
revolve around
"The discussion will revolve around climate change and its effects."
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To focus on or center on something.
The discussion will focus on climate change and its effects.
riffed
"The comedian riffed on current events during his stand-up routine."
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To improvise or create variations on a theme.
The comedian improvised jokes about current events.
quirky
"Her quirky sense of style makes her stand out in a crowd."
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Unconventional or slightly strange in an appealing way.
Her style is unusual and interesting.
hook up together
"They decided to hook up together after months of flirting."
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To establish a connection or romantic relationship.
They started dating or having a romantic relationship.
gnarly
You and a friend are talking about a skateboarding trick.
Did you see that trick he pulled off? It was totally gnarly!
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Impressive or challenging; originally negative.
Yeah! It looked amazing but also super difficult.
cornerstone
"Trust is the cornerstone of any successful relationship."
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An essential or foundational element.
Trust is a basic and essential part of a successful relationship.
flawless
You and a friend discussing a dance performance.
Her performance was absolutely flawless!
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perfect, with no mistakes or problems.
I know! She didn’t make a single mistake.

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