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n. A plan or draing that shows how something works or how different parts fit together. Ahmad quickly made a diagram of the stockroom showing us where he wanted each box placed. |
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v. To keep from carrying out a plan or reaching a goal. The foul weather today frustrated our plan to visit the zoo. |
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adj. Causing one to be upset or discouraged. Seeing his favorite ball on the dresser just out of reach was very frustrating to Yves. |
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n. A person who has finished a course of study. The graduates proudly walked up on stage to receive their diploma. |
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| v. To finish a course of study and receive a diploma. After Sarah graduated from high school, she worked for a year to save money for college. |
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n. A playful trick or joke. For a prank, Melanie put a rubber snake in Mr. Donne's desk drawer. |
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adj. 1. First in importance. After the fire, the family's primary need was a place to stay.
2. First in order. When we finish primary school, we will go on to the middle school. |
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v. To take a chance on being hurt or losing something. You risk being thrown from the car in an accident if you do not wear a seat belt.
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| adj. Likely to cause harm or damage; dangerous. Mike did not think it was risky to ride a bike without a helmet until he fell off and bumped his head. |
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v. To pay special attention to. The dentist stressed the importance of brushing our teeth daily to keep them healthy. |
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n. 1. A strain or pressure put on a person or thing. Although Renee enjoys being on the swim team, she also feels stress before each race.
2. Special force put on a word or part of a word. When you say “cocoon,” you place the stress on the second part of the word. |
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n. The chance of getting hurt or suffering loss or failure. We put on sunscreen to lower the risk of skin cancer. |
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| v. To speak strongly for something; to argue in favor of something. Because we had liked the play at the children's theater so much, we urged our cousins to see it. |
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n. A strong feeling of wanting to do something; a strong wish. Annabel felt an urge to walk straight through the mud puddle in her good shoes. |
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| adj. Having nothing or no one in it; not filled; empty. As the children explored the second floor of the old castle, they found room after room completely vacant. |
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adj. Demanding strength or energy; very active. My grandparents enjoyed their vigorous hike in the White Mountains. |
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