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WORD PARTS DEFINITION
unbelievable adj too improbable to be believed
freezing adj extremely cold
surprisingly adv unexpectedly or unusually
unusual adjdifferent from others in a way that is
surprising
unique adj unusual or special in some way
amazing adj surprising greatly; unbelievable
fantastic adj extremely good
be into v phrase be enthusiastic about or interested in
favorite adj best liked or most enjoyed
check-in v phraseto register as at a hotel; indicate one's
arrival or presence
during prep at some time in a period
entirely adv completely
be made of v phrase be built of
built vto construct by assembling and joining
parts or materials
gallery na room which is used for showing works
of art
furniture n items such as chairs, tables, beds
popular adj liked or supported by many people
dish n a plate or bowl for food
experience v to go or live through; undergo
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atmosphere n feeling or mood of a place
get married v phrase to perform a marriage ceremony
temperature n the measured amount of heat in a place
fur nthe hair that covers the bodies of
animals
cozy adj comfortable and pleasant
noisy adj making a lot of noise
inconvenient adj not suited to one's comfort or needs
actually adv in truth really
flavor n a taste: egg. lemon flavor
create v to make something new; to invent
in reality adv phrase actually; really
according to adv phrase as said by
nearly adv almost
taste v to put food or drink in your mouth
introduce vto put something into use for the first
time
curry n a dish, originally from India
fact n verifiable truth
surprise v to make someone feel surprise
find out v phrase to learn
wealthy adj rich
travel v to make a journey
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wheel n a circular object or machine
speed nthe rate or the measure of the rate of
motion
prediction n a smart guess about the future
keep an eye out v phrase to watch for something in particular
meteorologist n a scientist who studies the weather
keep up with v phrase to keep getting useful information
possible adj likely to happen
organization n a group of people who work together
international adj in or from different countries
weather n the conditions in the air above the Earth
list n a series of names, words, or items
letter n a symbol or character used in writing
include v to have as a part
make up v phrase to prepare something
committee n a group which decides things
personal adj of a single person
direction n a line leading to a place
pressure n force or push
normal adj ordinary or usual
activity na task that requires action or
movement
benefit v to do good to
produce v to bring into existence
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relax vto make or become less stiff or tight; to
make or become less worried
reduce vto make something smaller in size or
amount
be about to v phrase to be on the verge of beginning
stage n an area in which actors perform
nervous adj worried or anxious
whisper nthe act of speaking quitely so that only
a specific person or persons can hear
stomach n an organ used for digesting food
butterfly nan insect with a slender body, large
wings, and antennae
chemical na substance produced by or used in a
chemical process
stressful adj full of tension
situation n circumstances
play a role in v phrasehave a part in; to be partly responsible
for
cortisol na chemical that helps the body start
normal activities
respond v to react; make an action
extra adj more than what is necessary
affect vto have an influence on or effect a
change in
shut down v phrase to stop something from working
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speed up v phrase to make faster
get rid of v to remove; to eliminate
step out v phrase to temporarily leave
fly away v phrase to take flight
acid na compound usually having a sour taste
and capable of neutralizing alkalis
hardly adv only just; barely
complicated adj difficult, not easy
research n a detailed study of a subject
experiment n a test done in order to learn something
discover v to find out
complex adj very complicated; not simple
believe v to think that something is real, correct,or true
study na report that examines and
analyzes a topic
noise n sound
additionally adv in addition; furthermore
mammal n an animal which does not lay eggs
reptile nan animal which is cold-blooded, like
lizards
insect n an animal like beetles and flies
behavior n way of acting
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rest v
cease work or movement in order to
relax, refresh oneself, or recover
strength
however adv despite this
type n a particular group
position n way of holding or placing the body
lie down v phrase to be or place oneself in a flat position
easily adv with little effort
lastly adv finally
come out of v phrase to wake up from
intense adj very strong; extreme
stimulant nsomething that temporarily quickens
some vital process
fruit fly na small insect that feeds on the the fruit
of various plants
still adj not moving
antennae ntwo long hair-like things on an insects
head
move around v phrase to engage in some action
role model n a good example
variety n a number of different kinds
well-known adj famous; talked about
diversity n different kinds of people
famous adj well known
grateful adj thankful
prevent v to stop
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professional adj skilled and earning money
record n something no one else had done
African-American n a black person from the United States
Thai n a person from Thailand
nickname n an extra name
championship n a competition to find the best
hold v to keep something
course na designated area on which a
competition is held
look up to v phrase to admire someone
lend a hand v phrase to help someone
ethnicity n an ethnic group; race
occasionally adv sometimes but not often
foundation n an official group with special goals
competition nan organized event where people try to
win a prize
racial adjof, pertaining to, or characteristic of
one race or the races of humankind
career n a job or series of jobs
opinion n a thought or belief about something
charity n an institution set up to provide help
elementary school n
the lowest school giving formal
instruction, teaching the rudiments of
learning
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duty n a responsibility; a task needed on a job
concern n worry
report vto give an account or statement
describing in detail an event
responsibility nsomething that you have to do as a
duty or job
issue na problem; a situation to be solved
source n beginning, origin
view n the opinions about some subject
provide v to give or supply
society n a group of people living together
reader none who is engaged in reading a book,
magazine, etc.
behind prep at the back of
set up v phrase to establish something
unbalanced adj not equal or balanced
news media nthe local and national news
broadcasted over the TV and radio
distorted adj twisted or misleading
exaggerate vto say something is better, worse, more
important than it really is
misery n unfortunate trouble; bad luck
despair n complete loss of hope
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balance out v phrase to make equal
agree with v phrase to have same opinions
helpful adj willing to help or useful
inform v to tell; to give information to
decision n a choice about something
fan mail n letters from fans
on a daily basis adv phrase every day
mostly adv generally; usually
entertainment n music, movies, TV; amusement
article na story presenting information in a
newspaper or journal
effectively adv in an effective way
inventor n a person who makes new things
ordinary adj not special; like most others
machine n a thing which does work
perfect adj without any problems
flight n flying time or length of flying
successfully adv done well or with success
test v to do something to see the result of
in fact adv phrase in reality or actually
dream na series of images and sounds in the
mind during sleep
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grow up v phrase to become an adult
neither pron not either of two things or people
instead of adv phrase in place of
start up v phrase to make a business
printing press nbusiness that makes newspapers or
books
glider n a flying machine with no engine
decide v to choose; to make a plan
in order to adv phrase for the purpose of
engine n a machine that makes something move
propeller na machine that rotates to push against
air
break down v phrase to stop because of a problem
give up v phrase to stop doing something
make history v phrase to do something spectacular
spin v to (cause to) whirl around quickly
distance n the space between two points
keep in touch v phraseto keep in contact with someone by
phone, email, etc.
share v
to allow others access to ones own
property or knowledge
specialist n a person who is an expert in a field
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knowledgeable adjhaving a lot of information about
something
confidence n belief in one's abilities
offer v to provide for use
attack na violent act intended to hurt or
damage
ability n skill
pretend to v phrase to make believe
security n freedom from danger, risk
trust v to depend upon
pose vto pretend to be
expert n a skilled professional
skill n
the ability, coming from one's
knowledge, practice, aptitude to do
something well
advise v to give helpful suggestions to someone
firewall n
a selection of security measures
designed to prevent unauthorized
access to a computer system
technology n electronic or computer products
hack into v phrase to get into illegally
corporate adj related to a company
prison n a building used to confine criminals
firm na company; a corporation
basically adv at the simplest point
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waste vto use up or spend without real need or
purpose; make bad use of
get around v phraseto circumvent or find away around
some barrier
unfortunately adv with no luck or with bad effects
tax office nthe government department that
collects money from people
manager n
a person who has control or direction
over a business, institution,
department, etc.
technician n a worker trained with special skills
fool vto make believe that something false is
true
in the hand of adv phrase being under the control of
disaster na sudden great act of destruction and
loss
illegally adv against the law
pastime na pleasant means of amusement,
recreation, or sport
unexpected adj not expected
common adj ordinary, with no special status or rank
experience n to live through a situation
clever adj smart
hobby n pastime
disagree v to have a different opinion
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rare adj not common
strange adj not usual or ordinary
vending machine n a machine that sells things
beetle n an insect with a large body
nature n the world of plants and animals
conservationist na person who wants to help the
environment
collect v to gather things that you like
destroy v to do away with
wild n a natural state
own v to have personally or privately
take care of v phrase to look after
on the other hand adv phrase looking at the opposite side of a matter
harmful adj able to hurt people or things
living adj possessing life
creature n a living being, especially an animal
dislike v to have or feel distaste for
treat v to act or behave in a particular way
item n one of several things in a group or list
artist n a person who is creative or makes art
good-looking adjsomeone or something pleasing in
appearance
identity n who or what something is
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propose v to suggest; to offer for consideration
familiar adj knowing about, acquainted
ideal adj model, perfect
remove v get rid of
attractive adj appealing; beautiful
without prep not having or doing something
eyebrow nthe line of short hairs above each eye in
humans
landscape n a broad view of the land
work nan artistic creation, like a book,
painting, poem, etc
mystery nan event or phenomenon not fully
understood
intrigued adj fascinated; interested
theory na set of ideas used to explain
an event
buff na well-informed student of some
activity or subject
portrait na painting, portrait, drawing, etc of a
person
particular adj concerned with specific details
unearthly adj out of the ordinary
actual adj real; existing
historian n an expert of history
manuscript n written by hand or with a typewriter,not printed
positively adv absolutely; definitely
birth n any coming into existence
apparently adv seemingly; evidently
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scenery n the background or landscape
specific adj unlike any other
definitely adv absolutely; certainly
native adj a person who is born in a certain place
language nthe method of human communication
using spoken or written words
borrow v to adopt or use as ones own
private adj not public
originally adv in the beginning
flavor n taste
public adj for any person
athlete n a person who plays sports
in general adv phrase generally
describe v to give an account in words
sauna n a Finnish steam bath
massage n handling or rubbing the body to relax it
barber n a person who cuts hair
while conj during the time that
liquid adj like water
pour on v phrase to add on top of something
Dutch adj of the Netherlands or its people
steam n hot water vapor
facility n place for some service
Finnish adj of, or pertaining to Finland
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style n kind; type
full of adj phrase maybe; possibly
perhaps adv maybe; possibly
rub v
to press or be pressed against
something with a circular or up and
down repeated movement
substance nsomething that has mass and occupies
space
vapor n tiny particles of liquid in the air
vegetable n plant, especially one made for food
desert n a place where there is almost no rain
exist v to be in the world; to be real
neighboring adj next to
useful adj helpful
ruin v to make something unusable
damage v to hurt
treat v to care for
spread v to become wider
serious adj important; big
all over the world adv phrase throughout the world
farmland n land to grow food
leave v to go away from
cause v to bring about
sand n rock powder on a beach or in a desert
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human n a person
desertification nthe transformation of habitable land
into desert
pollution n something harmful to nature
reduce v to make smaller
amount n the total of two or more quantities
as well adv phrase also
harm v to hurt
soil n earth
turn into v phrase to change into
dust n powder from hard soil
easily adv in an easy manner
blow away v phrase to cause to move something
cut down v phrase to kill or strike down
less adj not as great in amount or quantity
powder n small pieces, like dust
delay v to postpone
necessary adjneeded or having to be done;
required
growth n an act or process of growing
temperature n the degree of heat
prepare v to get ready for
nutrient n things necessary for life and growth
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eliminate v to get rid of
interfere v to prevent
healthy adj having good health in body
check v to look at closely
kidney nthe organ which removes waste from
the blood
digestion nthe process of breaking down for use by
the body
intestine n a long organ in the body
take out v phrase to remove for use
take in v phrase to consume
in one sitting adv phrase all at once
meal n the main food of the day
dilute v to make weaker
produce v to create or bring forth
normal adj usual; common
urine n yellow liquid waste from the body
probably adv maybe; possibly
dark adj having very little or no light
organ na part of the body that performs a
specific function
blood n
the red liquid pumped through the
body by the heart
process n general methods of doing something
withdraw v to take away
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overwork v to work too hard or too long
predict v to say what will happen in the future
pattern n an example or model to be followed
related adj associated or connected
foretell v to predict
observe v to watch
connected adj related; linked
traditional adj relating to customs, past cultural habit
belief n opinion or idea
notice v to see
event n something that takes place
countryside n a rural region
rainstorm n a storm accompanied by rain
take another look at v phrase to check again
surprising adj causing wonder or amazement
earthquake n destructive moving of the land or earth
researcher n a scientist who studies a problem
increase nthe growth in numbers, size, strength,
quality, etc.
bite n grabbing something with the teeth
hit v to happen quickly
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investigation n research project
public adj open for the use of the community
aggressive adj violent; destructive
barking n the noise or sounds a dog makes
jump v to increase suddenly
edge n the outer side
unprotected adj not secure opent to attack
destructive adj
causing or wreaking destruction;
ruinous
violent adj having, using or showing great force
available adj able or ready to be used
animated adjdesigned in the form of animated
cartoon
likeable adj readily or easily liked
reality n the state of being actual or true
original adj of new things or ideas
charming adj pleasing or delighting
enormous adj very great in size
supernatural adjrelating to existence outside the natural
world
contain v to have within
fantasy n the creative imagination
cartoon n a drawing that tells a story
graduate v to receive an academic degree
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join v to become a part or member of
puss n a cat
be based on v phrase to come from
comic book n a book that tells a story with pictures
animation n the creation of artificial moving images
warm-hearted adj very kind
creature n a living thing
point out v phrase to show something clearly
hurt v to cause physical damage or pain
combine v to put together
folktale na tale or legend originating among a
people
adventure n an exciting or strange trip
trust n a sure feeling
focus v to center one's attention on
peaceful adj calm and happy
concentrate v to focus
sense n feeling
powerful adj large and strong
audience n a group of people watching something
confidence n a sure feeling
president nthe leader of a group; head of the
government in a Republic
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leader nthe head of a nation, political party, or
other group of people
appearance n looks
tidy adj appearing neat, orderly, or clean
stir up v phrase to produce a strong reaction
active adj energetic
for example adv phrase for instance
cause v to bring about
excited adj emotionally aroused
energy n a force that can help do work
therefore adv for that reason or cause
calm down v phrase to become relaxed
nod off v phrase to fall asleep
deep-blue n dark blue, almost black
strength n the state or quality of being strong
seriousness n a mood of formality and importance
suit n a set of garments
energetic adj full of energy
politician n one who is actively involved in politics
interview n a meeting where people try to get gobs
formality n in line with required or traditional rules
collect v to gather something for a hobby
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stamp n a token that postal fees have been paid
worth adj equal in value to something specified
hobby n a spare-time activity
reason n the basis or motive for an action
practice v to do or perform habitually
religion na belief in, or the worship of, a god or
gods
valuable adj worth a lot of money
determine v to decide
condition n state; shape
philatelist n a person who collects stamps
well over adv phraseextending or running over a certain
amount or period of time
adhesive n something that will stick, like glue
postage adj related to the post or post office
introduce v to bring into use
magazine n a periodic paperback publication
issue v to produce for use
particular adj specific
down the road adv phrase in the future
value n monetary worth
print run n number made
go for v phrase to cost
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sticky adjacting as an adhesive; causing
attachment
quantity n an exact amount or number
popularity n the state or quality of being popular
detail nthe specific or small character of an
object or process
announcement na public or formal notice announcing
something
commercial n a paid advertisement on TV or radio
duplicate nsomething that is the same as the
original
material ninformation produced in various forms
to help people
advertising na public announcement that advertises
something
method n a way; a procedure
analyze vto examine the details of something
carefully
report v to give details about something
copy n a duplicate
constant adj happening all the time
piracy n stealing by copying illegally
culprit n a person committing a crime
shut down v phraseto cause something to no longer exist or
function
sue v to take someone to court for damages
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greedy adjwanting very much more than what one
needs
software n computer programs
make a difference vto have an influence on or effect a
change in
bottom n the lowest part of something
source na person, place or thing that provides
something that you need or want
link n something that connects
ad n an advertisement
product n something produced to be sold
beat v to win over another, as in a race
continuous adj without a break or ending place
court na place where people discuss a legal
case
connection n having a link to something
promote v to further the popularity
receive v to take or acquire
save v to rescue from danger or harm
inherit v to receive from a will
heir na person who will receive power or
money
fortune n valuable amount of money
rescue v to save someone from danger
repair v to fix
countess n a woman from a high class
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wealthy adj affluent, being very rich
pass away v phrase to die
instruction na set of information that tells how to do
something
property n the possessions that one owns
owner n a person who owns something
pet na tame animal that you keep in your
home
poodle n a breed of dog with very curly hair
named adj called
pound n money in England
yellow Lab n a breed of dog with yellow hair
mutt n a mixed breed
headline nthe title of a newspaper story, printed
in large letters
actress na female who acts on stage, TV or the
movies
husband n a man to whom a woman is married
damage n broken parts
German Shepherd na breed of dog which often helps the
police
no big deal n nothing to worry about
breed n a type or class
curly adj having waves or curls
in common adv phrase held equally
shelter na house that provides protection from
danger
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heroic adjhaving or displaying the character or
attributes of a hero
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SAMPLE SENTENCE
His unbelievable strength helped him become a successful wrestler.
The morning air in January is freezing.
Sarah turned around surprisingly when she heard her name called for the
award.
Tom met an unusual man at the art gallery yesterday.
He had a very unique way of dealing with people.
The night scenery is amazing!
Harry's new flatscreen TV is fantastic!
Sylvester is really into classical jazz music.
My favorite movie is "Gone with the Wind."
If you get the bags I'll check-in at the front desk.
The bride's father began to cry during the wedding ceremony.
I have to admit that the accident was entirely my fault.
The king has a bathtub made of gold.
My dad and I built a treehouse over the weekend.
In her personal gallery she has works of art by Dali, Pollock, and Monet.
The new apartment is completely empty. We have to go shopping for
furniture.
The action movie was popular among the younger crowd.
Can you pass me a dish so I can get some food?
It is imporantant that you experience as much as you can in life.
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The atmosphere in the room was very tense.
I don' want to get married until I am at least 35.
The doctor checked Sue's temperature when she had a fever.
Our family dog has a coat of soft brown fur covering his entire body.
On a cold rainy night, I like to sit in a cozy chair by the fireplace and read.
Drums are too noisy to be played in the house.
The location of the new supermarket is so inconvenient for me now.
We actually had a hard time renting the apartment.
There are many different flavors of ice cream available at the store.
I use to like to go to the beach and create sand castles.
In reality, French fries do not come from France.
According to this map, the treasure should be buried under this tree.
We nearly got lost on our way to the wedding.
Did you taste her stew? It's really wonderful.
Our country has recently introduced high-speed trains that will connect
many cities.
I had dinner at an Indian restaruant where I had curry for the first time.
Her biography is full of facts about her early life.
We surprised Kevin with a party on his birthday.
Her parents are angry with her because they found out that she wasn't going
to her classes.
The wealthy artistst struggled when she first started out.
I plan to travel around the world this year.
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Learning many languages can be beneficial in life.
I like to add some spices to my hamburger.
The restaurant serves a variety of international dishes.
Tom probably will go to the party tomorrow.
The top of the cake was nice and flat.
Social networks have caught on very quickly with people.
She was looking for truth inside all of the deception.
He was walking very slowly behind the group of people.
Shelly was named captain of her soccer team.
I'm in a big hurry so I'll get something to eat later.
I wouldn't want to be a sailor because I get seasick easily.
Tacos are quite delicious.
The food is on the table so why don't you have a seat and dig in.
My roommate likes to eat instant noodles for a quick snack.
All the houses in the suburbs look so much alike.
The level of danger is high during an earthquake.
I could not detect any sound in the dark cave.
I couldn't find information or directions when I went on a holiday to
Bangladesh.
It never occurred to her to call her parents when her plane got delayed.
This suit is similar to the one my brother has.
Sue still hasn't decided what she will eat for dinner.
Fiji has a tropical climate, so it is quite humid.
We told each other ghost stories in the storm.
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The front wheel came off my bicycle today!
The speed limits are different on each road.
The weather man's prediction that it would be sunny today was correct.
The guards were keeping an eye out for the enemy.
The meteorologist forecasted five days of severe thunderstorms.
I couldn't keep up with his lecture because he was using too many technical
words.
It's not possible to be at two places at the same time.
I do some work at a non-profit organization.
International food festivals, serve a great variety of foods.
The weather in Korea is very cold in winter.
I like to have a list of the items I need when I go to the market.
Color all the squares with the letter "b" blue.
Does this computer include a mouse and a mouse pad?
Can you make up a list of all the students who are not in attendance please?
The committee meets once a month.
It was a personal decision for him to leave the company.
Which direction should we go from here?
The pressure of the steam lifted the lid off the pot.
Our normal business hours are 9 to 6.
I am planning some activities for the kids for Halloween.
It was to our benefit that we studied before the test.
Factories produce too much air pollution.
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After the exams, we all needed to relax.
Researchers are looking for ways to reduce the risk of cancer.
Hurry up, the show is about to start.
When I got on stage to do my part, I could see that everyone was looking at
me.
I was so nervous during the audition that I couldnt stop my knees from
shaking.
The house was so quiet that you couldn't hear a whisper.
My stomach hurts from eating too much.
The Monarch butterfly has large wings usually colord orange.
You should always be careful which chemicals you mix together because you
could create a dangerous reaction.
My job is quite stressful.
I've been reviewing the situation and I've decided that this really isn't a
serious matter.
Even though she did not steal any money, she played a role in the robbery
because she drove the car that led them to safety.
Cortisol helps the body respond to rigorous activities.
How did Sarah respond to news that Jack was leaving the country?
Having a part-time job will give you extra money.
Her lack of a college degree started to affect her self-esteem.
The health department shut down the restaurant because the food was not
safe.
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Coffee or soda will speed up you heart rate.
For some people, it is difficult to get rid of extra weight.
Mr. Lee stepped out for lunch but will be back soon.
If you don't close the door, your birds will fly away.
Acids can cause serious damage to the skin if they come into contact with it.
With all the rain, I could barely see the car in front of me.
Math problems can be very complicated.
The woman decided to do some research about the problem.
The scientist conducted many experiments before reaching a conclusion.
I want to be the first person to discover a cure for cancer.
The map was very complex and difficult to understand.
I believed her when she said she liked my food.
I've been working on a study about aging at my university.
I heard a strange noise coming from the attic.
Additionally, we require a $100 deposit in advance.
Cats and dogs, like humans, are mammals.
A Gila Lizard is a large reptile that looks like a dinosaur.
The only insect I like is the ladybug.
As a youngster, my bad behavior got me into a lot of trouble.
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We should rest for a bit before we continue our hike up the mountain.
Joan isn't feeling well, however she will still attend the meeting.
There are many styles of cell phones today. What type are you looking for?
In what position should I put the sofa?
If you are feeling sick, please lie down and get some rest.
She easily figured out the solution to the problem.
After three tries, he finally passed his driving test.
The boy came out of the coma after four days.
She felt intense pain when the doctor pulled-out her tooth.
The caffeine in coffee and soda is a form of a stimulant.
In the summer, fruit flies can be a real bother.
You need to stand still when you take photos.
A butterfly has two long antennae on the top of its head.
The puppies were moving around, trying to get out of their cage.
Many teenagers choose athletes and musicians as their role models
There is a variety of chocolates at the supermarket.
Michael Jackson is a well-known celebrity.
You can see a diversity of animals at the zoo.
My cousin Jeff is a famous chef in California.
I am grateful for all the help you've given me.
Wearing a hat will prevent you from losing a lot of body heat.
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Doctors, lawyers and engineers are all professional careers.
He has the record for the fastest time in the breaststroke.
Barack Obama is the first African-American to ever be elected President of
the United States.
He was born in Bangkok so that means he is Thai.
Tom's nickname is 'the walking dictionary' because he has an extensive
vocabulary.
She performed well at the prestigious tennis championship.
Would you please hold my purse while I go to the bathroom.
There is a vast variety of courses that you can choose from at a university.
Marvin always looked up to his older brother Hal.
If everyone lends a hand we can finish the housework in no time.
Everyone was surprised when he stated that his ethnicity was Hispanic and
not Caucasian.
I occasionally like to go out and play golf.
Our foundation was established to help students pay for university.
The competition in the auto industry includes several different countries.
The journalist made an insensitive racial remark on camera.
My career includes jobs in customer service, sales and management.
Our opinion did not differ from that of the other parents.
I commonly give money to various charities.
I met some of my very first friends in elementary school
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It was the father's duty to work and provide for his family.
Your tardiness is becoming a concern for us.
The correspondent gave a report about how the flood was affecting the
people.
It is your own responsibility to look after your health.
No one had any issues about the restaurant we were going to this evening.
Oranges are a good source of vitamin C.
My view of your boyfriend is not a good one.
The school provided the students with new text books.
Koean society is very family oriented.
I think that many readers will enjoy the author's new approach to writing a
story.
He was walking very slowly behind the group of people.
We set up our head quarters in a secure location.
The commission's report was clearly unbalanced against our view.
The news media is capable of presenting views that serve the interest of rich
corporations and not the people.
She had a distorted understanding of a marriage because she grew up
without a father.
She has a tendency to exaggerate the negative experiences in her life.
When my dog passed away, I was in complete misery.
A feeling of despair come over me when I lost my job.
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I'll stay late tonight to balance out the time I missed from coming in late this
morning.
I agree with you that we should try to do this again.
Your book was helpful for my report on Chinese characters.
They informed us about the meeting.
The jury has reached its decision.
Movie stars often receive tons of fan mail.
Collin calls his girlfriend Melissa on a daily basis.
It mostly snows during the very cold months of the year.
The family enjoyed visiting Las Vegas because of the entertainment it
offered.
I wrote an article about in the magazine about living in a foreign country.
The school teaches ways for using your memory effectively.
Leonardo da Vinci was one of the greatest inventors of his day.
The queen was very upset because her son had married an ordinary girl.
The coffee machine needed repairs, so the coffee shop couldn't sell any
coffee!
Life is much easier once you realize that nothing is perfect.
My flight back home will take over ten hours.
Karen successfully completed all the courses she needed to earn her degree.
We tested the new car to see how fast it could go.
I worked all day yesterday. In fact, I didn't even leave the house.
David had a dream that his girlfriend left him.
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I grew up in a small town in the center of the country.
Neither Tom nor Nancy can make the meeting tonight.
We should go to church instead of out to play.
Dave and Clark are going to start up their own restaurant.
The invention of the printing press allowed for many books to be published.
Since they have no engines, gliders basically make no noise.
Sue still hasn't decided what she will eat for dinner.
You should make sure your room is dark in order to sleep better.
The engine broke down while we were going to the countryside.
You can see an example of a propeller on a common househould fan.
My car broke down so I had to take the bus to work.
I had to give up my apartment downtown.
It will make history when humans fly to Mars.
If you keep spinning, you will feel sick!
The distance between Newcastle and Sydney is about 160 km.
I really hope we can keep in touch with each other after you leave.
Tina was nice enough to share her notes on the American Revolution with
me.
I went to see a heart specialist about my condition.
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She is quite knowledgeable on that subject.
She lacked confidence to run for president.
My friend offered to pick me up from the airport when I return from India.
The attack on the young couple was in all of the newspapers.
His ability to speak well extends beyond the classroom.
He pretended to be polite but in reality he was quite rude.
Many apartment buildings have security to safeguard its tenants.
Mrs. Lee is a person you can trust with your life.
My friend was posing as my cousin at the party.
The computer programmer was an expert in analyzing computer codes.
It takes a lot of skill to be a professional mountain climber.
The doctor advised the patient to stop eating chocolate.
It's always a good idea to install a firewall to protect your computer.
Today's technology is so much more advanced from what we had in the
1960s.
Some people think that it's ok to hack into someone else's computer.
The hotel has corporate deals for businesses.
Prison is not a place where most people want to go.
She has been offered partnership at the law firm where she works.
Even though he won the lottery, he maintained basically the same lifestyle.
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Tom always wastes food when he goes to a buffet.
I was able to get around the security system and enter the building.
Unfortunately, I don't have my credit card with me or I'd buy lunch.
I went to the tax office because they said that I didn't pay enough taxes this
year.
Our manager is very efficient and he is always open for suggestions.
The technician was able to solve my problem over the phone.
She was able to fool him into thinking that she was down on her luck.
This technology, in the hands of an immoral person, can cause great
damage.
Earthquakes, tsunamis, and typhoons are considered natural disasters.
He illegally acquired Joe's bank information.
Fishing is one of my grandfather's favorite pastimes.
Her husband unexpectedly left the party.
Even the common cold is getting harder to cure.
Real-life experiences can teach you much more than a book.
He had a clever idea to save the company.
Baseball is the national pastime of countries like the USA and Japan.
She often disagrees with my opinions.
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A blue diamond is rare.
The movie had a strange storyline.
Sometimes for lunch, I just get something from the vending machine.
Look out! There is a beetle crawling on your arm.
I enjoy long walks through nature.
My sister is a conservationist who refuses to drive a car.
David likes to collect CDs.
King Kong destroyed everything in his path.
I think it's best for animals to live in the wild.
John's parents own their own market.
My older sister usually looks after me when my parents are out.
Donald is quite short. On the other hand, his sister Donna is not.
Smoking cigarettes is harmful to one's health.
All living creatures must learn to appreciate life.
Many different creatures live on the Earth.
I really dislike the taste of spinach.
You must treat your pets with kindness.
There were many items for sale.
Some of the artists at the show were quite famous.
My son is a good-looking boy.
His identity was not revealed until after the trial was completed.
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May I propose an idea that may help us solve our problem?
Most people are familiar with the bible and its teaching.
Tony and Sue are the model couple.
It was impossible to remove the gum in Henry's hair.
My English teacher is so attractive that I find it very hard to concentrate in
class.
Can I have my hamburger without onions?
Girls like to shape their eyebrows so that they are neat and thin.
The landscape was especially colorful in the fall.
Perhaps Picassos most famous work is the painting Guernica.
It was a complete mystery who stole the diamonds.
The intrigued onlookers tried to get a look at the suspect as the police put
her into the car.
Many of the scientists rejected her theory about time travel.
My husband is a movie buff who enjoys talking film.
I saw the lovely portrait that they had taken of Daisy.
There is a particular order that needs to be followed.
We heard an uneartly sound coming from the basement.
This is an actual tank that was used in WWII.
Professor Gordon is a historian of ancient Egypt.
I sent my manuscript of my first novel to the publisher.
Bernie positively identified the people who stole his car.
With the birth of the industrial age, life would never be the same.
Joey apparently didn't care for his lunch. He hardly touched it.
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I enjoy taking long walks and enjoying the scenery.
The specific type of chocolate he likes is only found in Europe.
I will definitely be taking a refresher course next fall.
She is a native of Indonesia.
Learning many languages can be beneficial in life.
If you borrow something, please bring it back before you are asked.
I had a private meeting with the CEO of the company.
Otto originally believed that he was going to Germany instead of England.
There are many different flavors of ice cream in the world.
A public library is for the benefit of everyone in the community.
Professional athletes make very good salaries.
In general, students are not supposed to leave campus during school hours.
The detectives asked the witness to describe the suspect.
I enjoy spending time in the sauna to help me relax.
My doctor recommended that I get a back massage at least twice a month.
My father took me to a barber to get my first haircut when I was a boy.
I made dinner while you were out shopping.
I prefer to take liquid medicines because they are easier for me to swallow
than pills.
It's pretty common for people to pour syrup over pancakes.
Mr. Van Patten is proud of his Dutch heritage.
The steam from the shower made the bathroom mirror foggy.
Where is the nearest sports facility?
The Finninsh winters can be very cold.
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Old style TVs are slowly being replaced by flat screened TVs.
His boots were full of mud.
Perhaps if you ask him nicely, he'll let you borrow his car.
My mother rubbed some lotion onto my back.
The box was filled with an unknown substance.
The bathroom was full of vapor after the man took a shower.
I try to eat vegetables at every meal.
Australia is mainly desert.
Many non profit organizations exist to serve the community.
The neighboring community is a popular tourist site.
A spoon is useful when eating soup.
After the fire, the house was ruined.
Tom damaged the car by crashing into a tree.
He was being treated for burns at the hospital.
The infectious diseas spread very quickly.
You can never tell when he's serious.
This brand is known all over the world.
Countries like South Korea and Japan do not have much farmland.
You can leave after you turn in your test.
The storm caused a blackout in many towns.
I had sand all over my feet from being at the beach.
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Humans cannot breath under water.
Desertification is becoming a major problem in some countries.
Cities generally have more pollution than the rural areas.
Researchers are looking for ways to reduce the risk of cancer.
I drink a large amount of water every day.
Computer games are fun but did you know they are used to train pilots as
well?
Eating too much sugar will harm your teeth.
Good soil is important for growing crops.
The small weak puppy turned into a large ferocious dog.
Yellow dust from China arrives on the Korean peninsula every spring.
The traffic moved along easily.
The strong winds blew away his hat.
The farmer had to cut down some trees so he could plant some crops.
My mom gave me less juice than my brother.
The rocks were crushed into a fine powder.
The plane was delayed due to the bad weather.
He lacks the necessary skills for the job.
The students have shown such outstanding growth from their first exam.
The doctor checked Sue's temperature when she had a fever.
I prepared myself for the worst situation.
Fruits and vegetables have many of the nutrients that people need.
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We need to eliminate all the ants in our house.
Her work schedule interferes with the amount of time she can spend at
home.
Martin tries to live a healthy lifestyle as much as he can.
Would you mind checking my finger, I think it might be broken.
My uncle had a kidney transplant last year.
Yogurt helps the digestion process to move along smoothly.
Your intestines help you to absorb and digest nutrients.
He took out his guitar from this case and began to play a song.
I try not to take in more calories than I need each day.
Can you believe that he ate an entire large pizza in one sitting.
I enjoy eating a large meal at lunch so that I'm not that hungry in the
evening.
The juice was too sweet so we diluted it with more water.
I have produced many pamphlets for you to use
A normal amount of sleep is about eight hours.
If your urine is an unusal color, you should see a doctor at once.
Tom probably will go to the party tomorrow.
It is still quite dark very early in the morning.
Healthy organs means a healthy body.
There was blood after Tom cut himself accidently.
The process of lawsuits can take several years.
The president said he would not withdraw the troops from the region.
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A person is no different from a machine. If you overwork either, they will
break down.
The weatherman predicted that it would snow tomorrow.
The sewing pattern was not as complicated as it looked.
Her symptoms are related to the illness.
Some people today believe that they have the power to foretell the future.
The teacher observed the new students in the class before beginning the
lesson.
Are you connected with the Internet at your new house yet?
A 'kimono' is a traditional piece of Japanese clothing.
Jared has a belief that aliens have visited the Earth.
I did not notice the color of her eyes because she was wearing glasses.
After a series of events that went wrong, no one wanted to stay at the
camp.
Tom moved from the countryside to the city, because there weren't enough
jobs.
The rainstorm was so fierce that it made traveling impossible.
Would you please take another look at my essay to make sure I didn't make
any mistakes.
The surprising news of their engagement confused everyone.
Earthquakes are so strong that they can destroy an entire city.
The researchers realized that the monster never existed.
The increase of crime has led many people to buy home security systems.
I took a bite of my sandwich and quickly spit it out.
The storm hit so unexpectedly that we had no time to prepare.
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The investigation into the fire showed that it had been started on purpose.
A public library is for the benefit of everyone in the community.
The aggressive behavior of the child caused much concern for the parents.
Our dog was barking so loud last night that it woke the whole
neighborhood.
There was a jump in the number of volunteers when people found out that
volunteers got to meet many of the celebrities backstage.
The wilderness is located on the southern edge of the country.
With the security system down, our house was left unprotected.
The destructive winds caused great damage to the small town.
Many families are torn by violent behavior.
Most breakfast foods are only available during the morning hours.
The animated movie was actually a bigger hit with adults than children.
Our new teacher seems likeable to the entire class.
The doctors were aware of the reality of the current situation.
Charlene has a way of coming up with very original ideas.
Most people like him because he is so charming.
The footprint of the dinosaur was enormous.
In the film, the man played a comic book character that had supernatural
powers.
Her diary contained detailed information about her childhood.
The world of fantasy is a place where the only limitation is your mind.
The kids enjoy watching cartoons on Saturday mornings.
I need to find a good job after I graduate so I can start paying off my student
loans.
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Helen and Eunice decided to join a summer baseball team.
The little puss was sleeping soundly in his basket.
They made an animation movie based on the cartoon character.
Comic books from Japan are very popular in Korea.
Dragon Ball Z is a Japanese animation cartoon.
My grandfather is a very warm-hearted man.
All living creatures must learn to appreciate life.
Since I was having trouble finding the answer, my teacher pointed it out to
me.
Calvin hurt his knee when he fell off his bike.
If you purchase more than one item online, I will combine the shipping price.
Folktales are used to explain strange or unusual happenings.
They had some exciting adventures on their vacation.
It is important to build trust when it comes to any relationship.
It's difficult to focus completely on one task.
Even in the city, the early mornings are very peaceful.
I have to concentrate more on my future plans.
I believe the sense of touch is the most important of all the senses.
Tornado storms, hurricanes, and earthquakes are very powerful natural
disasters.
The audience applauded as the show came to an end.
Mimi was filled with confidence after her teacher praised her hard work.
The president is selected through an election process.
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The leader of Australia, changes every three years.
The appearance of the house was quite old.
Paul's tidy house was always a point of pride for him.
Seeing Jane again stirred up many emotions inside of Phillip.
I really enjoy watching the World Cup. All the players are extremely active.
Sara never pays attention. For example, on her last quiz, she got all the
questions wrong.
The storm caused a blackout in many towns.
Shes so excited about her birthday party.
I don't have the energy to do any more work. I'm too tired.
He was late arriving to the meeting, therefore he missed some information.
It was hard for me to calm down after seeing the awful car accident.
I didn't sleep much last night so I nodded off during the professors lecture.
Martin's eyes were deep-blue and so serious looking.
She has the inner strength to overcome just about any obstacle.
I hope that all the world leaders understand the seriousness of terrorism.
Most men will wear a dark-colored suit to a wedding.
The energetic puppy wanted to play all evening long.
Mr. White has been a politician most of his life.
It is difficult to get an interview with famous people.
The interview with the CEO is only a formality, you've already got the job.
I went to the beach and collected all the seashells I could find.
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Put a stamp on your postcard before you mail it.
How much do you think that artifact is worth?
My brother's hobby is writing short stories.
The reason they went to France was to visit relatives.
I practice judo three times a week.
In times of trouble, many people turn to religion for comfort.
Gold is very valuable because it is in such short supply.
Did you determine who will be in charge after you leave?
Even though he's had his laptop for over 8 years, it is still in good condition.
I've been a philatelist since I was ten when my dad got me into the hobby.
Donna has been in the bathroom for well over an hour! What is she doing in
there?
Put the side that has the adhesive on it against the wall.
The postal service is very efficient in that town.
Our country has recently introduced high-speed trains that will connect
many cities.
The New Yorker is a well-known and respected magazine.
All campers were issued a hat and a T-shirt.
There is a particular watch that I am interested in buying.
Now that you've finished college, what are your plans down the road?
The value of the new car decreased the moment it was driven off the lot.
One factor of a stamp's value is the print run.
Some antique cars can go for thousands of dollars.
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When candy melts, it can get sticky.
a general amount, a supply
The popularity of the new phone caused the company to expand rapidly.
Every little detail is helpful in an investigation.
The secretary made a brief announcement over the loudspeaker.
I saw a commercial on TV last night about a get-rich-quick scheme.
Please make sure that you give a duplicate of your speech to the principal so
she can review it.
I'm in the process of collecting material for an article that I'm writing.
Advertising lets a person be very creative.
Everyone has a different method of doing their studies efficiently.
I spend my day analyzing date from various sources.
Please make notes of your observation and then report them to your
teacher.
Shannon managed to get a copy of the writer's manuscript.
In order to grow the bacteria, the temperature must be constant.
The music company tries to halt piracy of copyrighted recordings.
Police are looking for the culprits responsible for the bank robbery.
The workers shut down the factory for a day by refusing to work.
I was sued for damaging his car.
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The greedy child refused to share any of his bag of candy with his sister.
My computer automatically updates new virus protection software.
Some scientists agree that adding flouride to the tap water has made a big
difference in the health of people's teeth.
He stood at the bottom of the stairs and called up to me.
Oranges are a good source of vitamin C.
The fingerprint was the final link to the puzzle.
I saw an ad for the latest laptop computer on TV.
Popular products are produced more often.
Marcus beat his opponent in an exciting race.
The continuous sound of the girl's crying was driving me crazy.
Lawyers spend a good deal of their time in court helping their clients.
I overlooked paying my Internet fee so I lost my connection to the web.
The event was held to promote world peace.
The handsome baby received a lot of attention wherever he went.
That nurse saved her life.
Joyce inherited her aunt's summer cottage in Maine.
Sir George is the next heir to the king's throne.
He managed to save a fortune over his lifetime.
The lifeguard rescued the young boy from the ocean.
If you can repair something, it's better than buying a new one.
The countess was actually a common girl who married into royalty.
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Bill Gates is a very wealthy man.
After many years, our family dog finally passed away.
The teacher gave us instructions to sing in harmony.
The park is private property and not open to the public.
Sally is the owner of this restaurant.
I want to take my pet to show and tell.
Poodles are usually small dogs that are really just bred for show.
Shelly was named captain of her soccer team.
The United Kingdom still uses the pound instead of the Euro.
My yellow Lab is part of a smart breed of dogs.
Mutts may be a mixture of breeds but they are incredibly smart.
When a major event takes place, all newspapers have the same headline.
Audrey Hepburn was the actress who starred in Breakfast at Tiffany's.
You must be cautious when choosing a husband.
I hope that there wasn't too much damage to your car after the accident.
German Shepherds are a common breed of dog that is prized for its
intelligence and loyalty.
If you forgot your baseball mitt it's no big deal, I have an extra one.
The Rottweiler is a very aggressive breed of dog, which most people are
scared of.
Their poodle has very curly hair.
Bonnie and Gerald have many things in common.
Everyone without umbrellas ran under shelter to avoid the rain.
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His homerun in the bottom of the ninth inning to win the championship
game was nothing short of heroic.