Card 1
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(on) the verge of sth
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Definition: to be very close to experiencing or achieving something
UG ETV1 VOC - Word List 1 - Word + Definition
ETV1 Word List - 500 Word set Front: Word - Back: Full detail with Definition
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Card 2
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a bird's eye view
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Definition: 1) a view from a high angle as if seen by a bird in flight, 2) an overall or cursory look at something
Card 3
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a change of heart
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Definition: when you have a change of heart, you change your opinion or feelings about something
Card 4
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a dim view
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Definition: having a negative, unfavourable, or disapproving view.
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a far cry from
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Definition: to be very different to
Card 6
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a plethora of sth
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Definition: overabundance, excess, surplus
Card 7
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a priori
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Definition: relating to or denoting reasoning or knowledge which proceeds from theoretical deduction rather than from observation or experience
Card 8
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aberration
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Definition: a state or condition markedly different from the norm
Card 9
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abide by
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Definition: to accept or act in accordance with (a rule, decision, or recommendation)
Card 10
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abrasive
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Definition: rude, unfriendly
Card 11
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abysmal
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Definition: extremely bad
Card 12
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acumen
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Definition: quickness, accuracy, and keenness of judgment or insight
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adamant
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Definition: 1) refusing to be persuaded or to change one's mind, 2) not giving in or relenting
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adhere to
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Definition: to follow closely, observe, or represent
Card 15
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administer
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Definition: 1) to manage and be responsible for the running of (a business, organization, etc.), 2) to be responsible for the implementation or use of (law or resources), 3) to dispense or apply (a remedy or drug)
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adverse
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Definition: preventing success or development
Card 17
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adversity
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Definition: a difficult or unpleasant situation
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affluent
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Definition: having an abundance of wealth, property or other material goods
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aforementioned
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Definition: denoting a thing or person previously mentioned
Card 20
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agile
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Definition: 1) able to move quickly and easily, 2) able to think or understand quickly and easily
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