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resolution /ˌrɛzəˈluʃən/ noun 1 a [non count] : the act of finding an answer or solution to a conflict, problem, etc. : the act of resolving something a court for the resolution of civil disputes …
ventriloquist /vɛnˈtrɪləkwɪst/ noun [count] a performer who is able to speak in a way that makes it appear that the words are being said by a large doll (called a …
splurge /ˈsplɚʤ/ verb [no object] informal – to spend more money than usual on something for yourself You should let yourself splurge once in a while. — often + on We decided …
intricate / ˈɪntrɪkɪt / adjective having many parts intricate machinery an intricate [=complex] design/pattern The movie has an intricate plot. The intricate parts of an antique watch — intricately adverb intricately woven fabric an intricately …
up to par /ˈʌp tə ˈpɑr/ idiom : good enough : as good as expected or wanted She was checking to see if his work was up to par. — usually used in negative statements His …
Toss and turn / ˈtɔs ən ˈtɚn/ idiom to move about and turn over in bed because you are unable to sleep She was tossing and turning all night.
Concerted /kənˈsɚt̬ɪd/ adjective always used before a noun done in a planned and deliberate way usually by several or many people They made a concerted effort to make her feel welcome. The …
loop /lup/ noun [count] 1 a . a curved part or shape made when something long and thin (such as a rope or thread) bends so that it touches or crosses over …
Applaud /əˈplɑd/ verb 1 to strike the hands together over and over to show approval or praise [no object] The audience stood and applauded [=clapped] at the end of the show. [+ …
immerse /ɪˈmɚs/ verb [+ object] 1 . to put (something) in a liquid so that all parts are completely covered Immersethe fabric completely in the dye. 2 . to make (yourself) fully involved in some …
