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Word formation distinct distinctive Indistinct
10. distinction n. a. difference b. an honour in recognition of excellence Examples:
3. grope
4. acknowledge 5. cling 6. commitment
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v. to stand for; to symbolize; to serve as an example of Word formation representation representative
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6. commitment n. the state of being bound emotionally or intellectually to a course of action or to another person or persons Examples: a deep commitment to liberal policies a profound commitment to the family Commit: v. commit a crime They were committed to follow orders. He was too young to commit fully to marriage. The patient was committed to the hospital.
a. a. having lost all hope; despairing b. suffering or driven by great need or distress c. extremely intense Examples: They are living in desperate poverty. desperate for recognition He felt a desperate urge to tell the truth.
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3. grope
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Synonym
fumble
v. to reach or search about uncertainly; to feel one’s way Examples: groped for the telephone grope for an answer
The child has a harsh upbringing life.
The punishment is rather harsh for such a minor offence.
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9. desperate
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commitment to
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Word formation identical identification identity unidentified
7. identify
v. to recognize or be able to name Examples: Even the small baby can identify her mother by her voice. The police officer identified himself and asked for our help. identical: a. exactly the same; very similar identity: n. the qualities that make sth. or sb. different from others The tests are identical to those carried out last year. identity crisis
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Synonyms confront defy dispute doubt question
11. challenge n. v. a. to question, to dispute b. to call to engage in a contest, fight, or competition c. to summon to action, effort, or use; to stimulate Examples: The book challenges established beliefs. He challenged me to a game of chess. The problem challenges the imagination.
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n. the forces that constitute the weather, especially severe or inclement weather
2. elements
Example: The outside paint has been damaged by the elements.
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8. harsh
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Synonyms husky coarse bitter cruel severe stern strict
a. a. disagreeable to the senses, especially to the sense of hearing b. extremely, unnecessarily severe; unpleasant, unkind; stern Examples: “There is no alternative,” he said in a harsh voice.
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1. as sth. goes
compared with the average disasters of this type
Examples:
As disasters go, this one was horrible, but not unique, certainly not among the worst U.S.
The State Department was warning that this
could lead to another diplomatic standoff.
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6. in the line of duty 7. owe… to 8. on behalf of 9. let go of
1. as sth. goes 2. to be sure 3. bring… to tears 4. bring down
5. rise to the challenge 10. set oneself against
1. represent
Examples: The bald eagle represents the United States.
The museum had several paintings
representing the artist's early style.
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air crashes on record.
As businessmen go, he is pretty honest.
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indeed, certainly
2. to be sure
He said he would draw/make on distinction(s)
between terrorism and murder. She has the distinction of being one of the few people to have an honorary degree conferred on by the university this year.
Example: To be sure, most people are law abiding, but crime remains a problem.
必须承认，绝大部分的人是遵纪守法的，但违法
活动依然是个问题。
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been a mistake.
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5. cling
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Synonyms adhere stick hold
v. a. to hold fast or adhere to sth., as by grasping, sticking, embracing b. to remain close; to resist separation c. to remain emotionally attached; to hold on Examples: He clung to the rope to keep from falling. These fabrics cling to the body. We clung together in the storm. Clinging to outdated customs.
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acknowledgement
4. acknowledge v. to admit the existence, reality, or truth of, recognize Example: He acknowledged that the purchase had
Phrases and Expressions
to make sb. cry
3. bring… to tears
Example: The happy news brought all of the people in the room to tears.
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12. standoff n. a situation in which neither side can gain an advantage a. (informal) disapproving slightly unfriendly Example:
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1. represent 2. elements 7. identify 8. harsh 9. desperate 10. distinction 11. challenge 12. standoff
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Word formation distinct distinctive Indistinct
10. distinction n. a. difference b. an honour in recognition of excellence Examples:
3. grope
4. acknowledge 5. cling 6. commitment
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v. to stand for; to symbolize; to serve as an example of Word formation representation representative
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Usage
6. commitment n. the state of being bound emotionally or intellectually to a course of action or to another person or persons Examples: a deep commitment to liberal policies a profound commitment to the family Commit: v. commit a crime They were committed to follow orders. He was too young to commit fully to marriage. The patient was committed to the hospital.
a. a. having lost all hope; despairing b. suffering or driven by great need or distress c. extremely intense Examples: They are living in desperate poverty. desperate for recognition He felt a desperate urge to tell the truth.
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3. grope
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Synonym
fumble
v. to reach or search about uncertainly; to feel one’s way Examples: groped for the telephone grope for an answer
The child has a harsh upbringing life.
The punishment is rather harsh for such a minor offence.
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9. desperate
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commitment to
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Word formation identical identification identity unidentified
7. identify
v. to recognize or be able to name Examples: Even the small baby can identify her mother by her voice. The police officer identified himself and asked for our help. identical: a. exactly the same; very similar identity: n. the qualities that make sth. or sb. different from others The tests are identical to those carried out last year. identity crisis
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Synonyms confront defy dispute doubt question
11. challenge n. v. a. to question, to dispute b. to call to engage in a contest, fight, or competition c. to summon to action, effort, or use; to stimulate Examples: The book challenges established beliefs. He challenged me to a game of chess. The problem challenges the imagination.
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n. the forces that constitute the weather, especially severe or inclement weather
2. elements
Example: The outside paint has been damaged by the elements.
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8. harsh
Word Study
Synonyms husky coarse bitter cruel severe stern strict
a. a. disagreeable to the senses, especially to the sense of hearing b. extremely, unnecessarily severe; unpleasant, unkind; stern Examples: “There is no alternative,” he said in a harsh voice.
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Phrases and Expressions
1. as sth. goes
compared with the average disasters of this type
Examples:
As disasters go, this one was horrible, but not unique, certainly not among the worst U.S.
The State Department was warning that this
could lead to another diplomatic standoff.
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The end of Word Study.
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6. in the line of duty 7. owe… to 8. on behalf of 9. let go of
1. as sth. goes 2. to be sure 3. bring… to tears 4. bring down
5. rise to the challenge 10. set oneself against
1. represent
Examples: The bald eagle represents the United States.
The museum had several paintings
representing the artist's early style.
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air crashes on record.
As businessmen go, he is pretty honest.
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indeed, certainly
2. to be sure
He said he would draw/make on distinction(s)
between terrorism and murder. She has the distinction of being one of the few people to have an honorary degree conferred on by the university this year.
Example: To be sure, most people are law abiding, but crime remains a problem.
必须承认，绝大部分的人是遵纪守法的，但违法
活动依然是个问题。
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been a mistake.
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5. cling
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Synonyms adhere stick hold
v. a. to hold fast or adhere to sth., as by grasping, sticking, embracing b. to remain close; to resist separation c. to remain emotionally attached; to hold on Examples: He clung to the rope to keep from falling. These fabrics cling to the body. We clung together in the storm. Clinging to outdated customs.
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Word formation
acknowledgement
4. acknowledge v. to admit the existence, reality, or truth of, recognize Example: He acknowledged that the purchase had
Phrases and Expressions
to make sb. cry
3. bring… to tears
Example: The happy news brought all of the people in the room to tears.
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12. standoff n. a situation in which neither side can gain an advantage a. (informal) disapproving slightly unfriendly Example:
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1. represent 2. elements 7. identify 8. harsh 9. desperate 10. distinction 11. challenge 12. standoff
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