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acquire to acquire a good knowledge of English. Attain/obtain/gain/earn/secure *l`yxz@U
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adapt To our delight, she quickly adapted (herself) to the situation. k9*UBx
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ambitious These young men were ambitious for success and money. F^{31iU~CX
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Apart from the injuries to his face and hands, he broke both legs. zN5};e}^v
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approve Many people don't approve of the plan. disapprove N0$
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like/prefer/endorse/accept/think well of FmF[S&gFRs
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arise The company's losses this year arise almost entirely from the new taxes. *'-C/
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ashamed /shameful embarrassed/embarrassing frustrated/frustrating humiliated/humiliating <jFov`^
Ashamed of having acted so rashly, David apologized to Amy for having accused him. H,EZ%
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China has been following the foreign policy to develop relations with other countries on the basis of the five principles of peaceful co-existence. v`qXb$YW
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Scientists say it may be five or ten years before it is possible to test this medicine on human patients. {
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board He paid 40 pounds for board and lodging. food /meals XZTH[#MqeI
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boast You should not boast of your success. Brag show off *iSE)[W
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The weather is bound to get better tomorrow. Likely going to 83)m#
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Before you decide on a vocation, it might be a good idea to consult a few good friends. &sJ6k/l
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charge The charge against him was severe. \"+}-!wr
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comment I'm afraid I can't comment on your work just yet. Remark H|<Zm:.%$
criticism judgment decision evaluation criterion standard remark >8gb/?z
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commit I cannot commit myself to any further expense; my means are stretched to the utmost as it is. Devote dedicate v.>95|8
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The damage to the house caused by the storm took several days to repair. 0bteI*L
destruction damage harm ruin injury bruise impact spoil wrong pain agony distress Xq}}T%jcd
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deem They deemed him innocent but failed to understand why he was lying. ,P=.x%
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A good mastery of English demands patience and enthusiasm. h.kjJF
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The author of the book has shown his remarkably keen insight into human nature. 9+/D\|"{
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She saw a notice “ apartment to let”.
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The football match was televised live from the workers’ stadium. VS>hi~j
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