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<A>a or an[(1) one; (2) any; (3) each]Would you give me a sheet of paper? (1)A triangle has three sides. (2)He comes to see his grandmother once a week. (3) ableAre you able to speak English? about [(1) almost; (2) of or having a relation to]He completed about half of his work. (1)We talk about the weather. (2) aboveHis head was above the water. accept Please accept my thanks. accident [(1) something that happens by chance or mistake; (2) an unplannedevent]She was injured in the accident. (1)We met again by accident after seventeen years had passed. (2) accuse [(1) to say a person is responsible for an act or crime; (2) to make astatement against someone]Her friend accused her of breaking his heart. (1)The lawyer accused the suspect of lying. (2) across [(1) from side to side; (2) to the other side]The box was ten centimeters across. (1)The dog ran across the road. (2) act He acted immediately to stop the fight. activistThe activist worked hard to change the law. actorThat actor frightened me. add[(1) to put (something) with another to make it larger; (2) to saymore]Please add my name to the list. (1)She told him to leave, but added that she would like to see him again.(2) administrationThe new administration starts work in January. admit [(1) to accept; (2) to express one's guilt or responsibility]When was the country admitted to the United Nations? (1)He admitted that what he did was wrong. (2) adultOnly an adult can sign the document. adviseDid you advise him to leave? affect [(1)to influence；(2)to produce an effect on]A lack of sleep affected the singer's performance. (1)Mr. Nutley's belief in my talent greatly affected my life. (2) afraidI am afraid of guns. after[(1)later; (2)behind]She arrived after the lesson started. (1)In the alphabet, B is after A. (2) again[(1) another time; (2) as before]Sam played the song again. (1)I found my book in the same place again. (2) against[(1) opposed to; (2) not agreeing with something] They marched against the war. (1)He agreed to most of the plan, but was against starting it now. (2) ageThe legal age for voting is eighteen. agency UNICEF is an agency of the United Nations. aggression[(1) an attack against a person or country; (2) the violation of acountry's borders]The surprise attack was an act of aggression. (1)The country committed aggression when it crossed the border of theother country. (2) ago[(1) of time past; (2) before now]He was my friend long ago. (1)I saw her two years ago. (2) agree[(1) to have the same belief as someone; (2) to be willing to dosomething]We agree about politics. (1)Both sides agree to meet again next week. (2) agricultureJohn studied agriculture because he wanted to be a farmer. aid[(1) to help; (2) to support; (3) help, assistance]He offered to aid the victims of the fire. (1)Did you give money to aid the Democratic or the Republican candidate?(2)Congress voted to provide aid to the flood victims. (3) aim[(1) to point a gun at; (2) a goal or purpose]You cannot hit the target if you do not aim the gun. (1)The aim of the reformers is to improve government. (2) airThe air is clean in the mountains. air forceThe air force wants more airplanes and missiles. airplaneI flew home on an airplane. airportThe airplane landed at the airport in Washington. albumHe recorded the song from an old record album. alcoholThe man fell because he drank too much alcohol. alive[(1) having life; (2) not dead]The flowers become alive in the spring. (1)The accident victim was seriously injured but is still alive. (2) all[(1) everything; (2) everyone; (3) the complete amount]She ate all that she wanted. (1)All were invited to speak on the proposal. (2)She spent all her money for a new car. (3) ally Britain is a military ally of the United States. almostMy dog is almost five years old. aloneSome people enjoy eating alone. alongWe walked along the road. already[(1) before now; (2) even now]She was already there when we arrived. (1)It is already too late to take the train. (2) also[(1) added to; (2) too]Please bring me the fish dinner and coffee, and also some water. (1)She said she also wanted to go home. (2) althoughAlthough he was tired, he kept walking. always[(1) at all times; (2) every time]This street is always busy. (1)We always study together. (2) ambassador Foreign ambassadors live in the capital city. amendThe committee refused to amend its proposal. ammunitionThey could not fight without ammunition. amongShe was among the students who left the school. amountThe doctor gave him only a small amount of medicine. anarchy[(1) a lack of order; (2) lawlessness]The peaceful protests blocked the streets and produced anarchy. (1)Anarchy resulted when the city could not stop the riots. (2) ancestorMy ancestors came from Switzerland in 1742. ancient[(1) very old; (2) long ago]Scientists discovered the ancient knife in a cave. (1)They read the Iliad while studying ancient Greece. (2) and [(1) also; (2) in addition to; (3) with]My dog likes to run and jump. (1)Five and three equal eight. (2)Do you like rice and black beans? (3) angerThe protester's voice was full of anger. animalThe kangaroo is a strange animal. anniversaryWhen is your wedding anniversary? announce[(1) to make known publicly; (2) to declare officially]Who announced the VOA news last night? (1)The president announced a tax cut. (2) another[(1) one more;（2）a different one]May I have another kiss? (1)Let's do this another way. (2) answer[(1) a statement produced by a question; (2) to make a statement afterbeing asked a question]That was my final answer. (1)She answered the question with a smile. (2) anyI do not have any plans to leave town. apologizeDo not apologize for someone else's mistake. appeal[(1) to take to a higher court, person or group for a decision; (2) tocall on somebody for help]I have appealed the decision to a higher court. (1)The aid organization appealed for more food and water for floodvictims. (2) appear[(1) to show oneself; (2) to come into sight; (3) to seem]The actor appeared on television for the first time. (1)The ship appeared as the fog lifted. (2)The farmer appeared to be very tired. (3) appoint[(1) to name; (2) to choose]The owner appointed John to head the new business. (1)The president can appoint a judge to the new court. (2) approve[(1) to agree with; (2) to agree to support]The bank approved my loan. (1)I approve of your proposal. (2) archeologyHe studied archeology in college. areaMy friend lives in this area. argue[(1) to offer reasons for or against something; (2) to dispute; (3) todisagree]The President argued for more aid to schools. (1)They argued all day but could not find agreement. (2)George and Al love to argue about politics. (3) arms[(1) military equipment; (2) weapons]The rebels got most of their arms by taking them from soldiers. (1)We are very concerned about the spread of nuclear arms. (2) armyThe army fights on the ground. aroundShe drove around in her new car. arrest[(1) to seize a person for legal action; (2) to take as a prisoner]The judge ordered police to arrest him because he refused to come tocourt. (1)The police arrested the violent demonstrators. (2) arriveThe president arrived in Tokyo for an official visit. artMuch of the art included paintings stolen during World War II. artilleryArtillery destroyed most of the buildings in the town. as[(1) equally; (2) when; (3) while]The wild fire spread as fast as the wind behind it. (1)As he heard the gunshot, he looked at his watch and saw it was almostfive o'clock. (2) He watched the animal as it ran across the field. (3) ash Only ashes were left when the fire passed. ask[(1) to question; (2) to say something is wanted]We ask the teacher questions every day. (1)The candidate asked the people for their votes. (2) assistThe doctor asked the medical student to assist him. astronautAstronaut Neil Armstrong was the first man to walk on the moon. astronomyI study astronomy because I like to look at stars. asylumThe refugee asked for political asylum. at[(1) in or near; (2) where; (3) when]She saw the bear at the edge of the forest. (1)Look at the bear. (2)We must go home at noon. (3) atmosphereThe atmosphere of Venus is mostly water and carbon dioxide. attach[(1) to tie together; (2) to connect]Please attach this name card to your coat. (1)He attached himself to our group. (2) attack[(1) a violent attempt to damage, injure or kill; (2) to start a fight]The war started with a rebel attack on government troops at Charleston,South Carolina. (1)Several men attacked him on the street. (2) attempt[(1) to work toward something; (2) to try; (3) to make an effort]He attempted to change his life one step at a time. (1)Do not attempt to drive through the flood waters. (2)You will never write your book if you do not attempt it. (3) attendThe president will attend the meeting. automobile[(1) a vehicle with wheels used to carry people; (2) a car]Is a bus an automobile? (1)Who invented the automobile? (2) autumnThe trees of autumn are bright red and yellow. average[(1) something (a number) representing the middle; (2) common; (3)normal]The average of daily high temperatures in Washington in January is zerodegrees, Celsius. (1)The average amount spent for lunch was two dollars. (2)John is an average student. (3) avoidAvoid meat and milk products to prevent a heart attack. awakeThe storm kept everyone awake for hours. awardLast night, we saw the movie that won the best picture award. awayThe old man came from far away, but his home is here now. <B>babyMary had a baby last night. back[(1) the part behind the front; (2) the other way from forward]The writer's picture is on the back of the book. (1)She stopped walking away and looked back at me. (2) bad[(1) wrong; (2) acting against the law; (3) not good]Bill made a bad decision. (1)The prisoner was a bad man for most of his life. (2)The water was dirty and had a bad taste. (3) balanceI balanced my budget by not spending more than I earned. ballThe earth is shaped like a ball. balloonMany hot air balloons race in New Mexico each year. ballotI was asked to count the ballots and announce the winner. ban[(1) to not permit; (2) to stop; (3) an official restriction]Running is banned at our swimming pool. (1)The curfew bans all night time travel. (2)The protestors called for a ban on smoking in public buildings. (3) bankThe man said he robbed banks because that is where the money is. barHe was barred from competing in the games because he used illegaldrugs. barrierThe voting rights law removes most racial barriers to voting. base[(1) a military center; (2) to establish as a fact] My brother is at a military training base. (1)Her research was based on experiments. (2) battleSouthern forces won the battle but lost the war. be[(1) to live; (2) to happen; (3) to exist]The man is very sick and will not be here much longer. (1)The wedding will be soon. (2)Washington, D.C., has been the capital for 200 years. (3) beat The prison guards denied they beat the prisoner. beautyAll fell silent at the beauty of the mountains. because He left because he was sick. becomeWhen did he become sick? bedThe bed was so hard that I could not sleep. beforeBill ate before he went to work. begin[(1) to do the first part of an action; (2) to start]He began to laugh when he saw me. (1)A long walk begins with one step. (2) behind[(1) at the back of; (2) in back of]Our fastest runner was far behind the leader. (1)I live behind that hill. (2) believe[(1) to think; (2) to feel sure of; (3) to accept as true; (4) totrust]I believe it may rain tonight. (1)Jim believes his friend is a good writer. (2)The lawyer believed the suspect's statement. (3)We believe in God. (4) bellJim says he likes the sound of a church bell. belong[(1) to be owned by; (2) to be a member of]That book belongs to my sister. (1)My brother belongs to the Boy Scouts. (2) belowThe temperature outside is below freezing. bestAll of our singers are good but Lisa is best. betray[(1) to turn against; (2) to be false to]The spy betrayed his country. (1)The boy betrayed his mother's trust in him. (2) betterZach is a better baseball player than Al. between[(1) in the space or time that separates; (2) from one to the other]I would like to meet with you between two and three o'clock. (1)Secret talks between the two nations produced an agreement. (2) big[(1) of great size; (2) not small]Texas is a big state. (1)Melissa was a big baby. (2) billTo become law, a bill must be approved by both houses of Congress andsigned by the President. biologyMy school requires one year of study each of biology, physics andchemistry. birdI watched the bird fly away until I could no longer see it. biteMy dog sounds aggressive but he will not bite you. black[(1) dark; (2) having the color like that of the night sky]I first saw him on a black and stormy night. (1)The doctor arrived in a big black car. (2) blame[(1) to accuse; (2) to hold responsible]The police blamed him for the crime. (1)Don't blame me for your bad decision. (2) blanketThe flood refugees needed food and warm blankets. bleedDo you know how to stop your nose from bleeding? blindBeing blind did not keep him from becoming a famous singer. block[(1) to stop something from being done; (2) to prevent movement]He blocked any attempt to become friends. (1)A truck accident blocked the road for an hour. (2) bloodA blood test is usually part of a yearly medical examination. blowThe wind blows the autumn leaves. blueMy son has blue eyes. boatI like to fish from a boat. body[(1) all of a person or animal; (2) the remains of a person or animal]Exercise can improve anyone's body. (1)Police found five bodies buried beneath the house. (2) boilBoil one cup of water, add frozen vegetables and cook for five minutes. bomb[(1) a device that explodes with great force; (2) to attack or destroywith bombs]The bomb exploded outside the building. (1)The warplanes bombed enemy missile launchers. (2) boneThe girl broke a bone in her wrist when she fell. bookThe professor has written six books about East Asia. borderMany new factories have been built across the border in Mexico. (be) born[(1) to come to life; (2) to come into existence]When were you born? (1)The American Revolution was born in Massachusetts. (2) borrowThe bank refused to let me borrow any more money. bothBoth of us were educated at the University of Virginia. bottleHe drank the last bottle of water. bottomThe damaged submarine is still at the bottom of the ocean. boxPut the old books in that box. boyThe boys played together after school. boycottThe farm workers union called for a boycott of vegetables picked byforeign workers. brainScientists continue to discover new information about the chemistry ofthe brain. braveLeaving home was a brave decision. breadWe have bread at every meal. break[(1) to divide into parts by force; (2) to destroy]The glass broke into many pieces. (1)Years of hard work broke his health, but it did not break his spirit.(2) breatheBreathe deeply before you begin your speech. bridgeThe city needs a new bridge across the river. brief[(1) short; (2) not long]Many people wish to speak, so please keep your comments brief. (1)The car slowed down briefly, then speeded up. (2) bright[(1) giving much light; (2) strong and clear in color]Bright sunlight hurts my eyes. (1)The new grass is bright green. (2) bringSam will bring Tracy to the party. broadcast[(1) to send information, stories or music by radio or television; (2)a radio or television program]VOA broadcasts the news in Special English. (1) The Special English broadcast can be heard almost everywhere. (2) brotherI have three brothers, but no sisters. brownRichard has brown hair and brown eyes. budgetCongress decided to add money to the education budget. buildTim plans to build a house for his dog. buildingMy office is in that building next to the hotel. bulletThe bullet hit the exact center of the target. burn[(1) to be on fire; (2) to destroy or damage by fire]The candles burned brightly enough for me to read the book. (1)The wildfire burned much of the forest. (2) burstThe dam burst and sent a wall of water rushing down the valley. buryWhere do you think they buried the treasure? busRide the A-17 bus to 4th and Independence Avenue. business[(1) one's work; (2) buying and selling to earn money; (3) trade]My business is writing radio programs. (1)The Internet is creating many new markets for business. (2)I have done business with that company for many years. (3) busy[(1) doing something; (2) very active]Are you busy now? (1)George was very busy this morning with an emergency case. (2) but[(1) however; (2) other than; (3) yet]She knew who called but I did not know. (1)The boy ate nothing but candy. (2)Jean was tired but she could not get to sleep. (3) buyWhere did Lila buy those great clothes? by[(1) near; at; (2) next to; (3) from ; (4) not later than] Please sit here by me. (1)They walked by the river. (2)They performed a play by William Shakespeare. (3)Her mother said that she had to be home by midnight. (4) <C>cabinetThe President meets every week with his cabinet. call[(1) to give a name to ; (2) to ask for or request] I call myself John. (1)They called for an end to the fighting. (2) calm[(1) quiet; (2) peaceful; (3) opposite of tense]The calm crowd waited for the president to speak.The city was calm after two days of rioting.Can you remain calm in a tense situation? (3) cameraYour camera takes very good pictures. campThe refugee camp provides temporary shelter, food and medical care. campaign[(1) a competition by opposing political candidates seeking supportfrom voters; (2) a connected series of military actions during a war]Presidential campaigns are much too long and cost too much. (1)The Allied campaigns won the war in Europe and Asia. (2) can[(1) to be able to; (2) to have the right to; (3) a container used tohold liquid or food, usually made of metal]The two sides can meet on Tuesday. (1)I can live anywhere I wish in this country because that is my right.(2)I bought three cans of vegetables at the food store. (3) cancel[(1) to end; (2) to stop]Who cancelled the agreement? (1)Mary cancelled her plans to have a party next week. (2) cancerScientists continue to find better ways to treat many kinds of cancer. candidateEach political party has nominated a candidate for president. capital[(1) the official center of a government; (2) the city where acountry's government is]The capital of the government is in Washington. (1)Washington is the capital of the United States. (2) capitalismIn the United States, capitalism has produced the world's strongesteconomy. capture[(1) to make a person or animal a prisoner; (2) to seize or take byforce; (3) to get control of]Police captured the terrorist before he could explode the bomb. (1)Rebel forces captured the city. (2)Democrats won the election and captured control of Congress. (3) car[(1) a vehicle with wheels used to carry people; (2) an automobile; (3)a part of a train]Electric street cars were replaced with buses many years ago. (1)Fred's and Martha's new car will carry six people. (2)That train has 57 flat cars and 12 box cars. (3) care[(1) to like; (2) to protect; (3) to feel worry or interest]Jim told Laura that he cared for her and would like to see her again.(1)His mother told him to take care of his younger brother. (2)Would you care if I borrowed your car? (3) careful[(1) acting safely; (2) with much thought]Please be careful when you drive. (1)He was careful to choose exactly the right words. (2) carryWould you carry this bag for me, please? case (court)The judge will call your case next. case (medical)There was only one case of chicken pox at the school. catMy cat climbed that tree and is afraid to come down. catch[(1) to seize after a chase; (2) to stop and seize with the hands]He runs so fast that no one can catch him. (1)Catch the ball and throw it back to me. (2) cause[(1) to make happen; (2) the thing or person that produces a result]Too much rain caused the flood. (1)The cause of the flood was too much rain. (2) ceasefireThe ceasefire stopped the fighting. celebrateI think we should have a party to celebrate your birthday. center[(1) the middle of something; (2) the place in the middle; (3) a placethat is the main point of an activity]There was a hole in the center of the target. (1)The chair sat at the center of the room. (2)The experts checked the nuclear center for radiation leaks. (3) centuryThis is the first year of the 21st century. ceremonyThe new president took the oath of office at the inaugural ceremony infront of the capitol. chairmanThe party chairman led the meeting. champion[(1) the best; (2) the winner]John is a champion swimmer. (1)The New York Yankees were the champions of professional baseball in thefirst year of the new century. (2) chanceWe have a good chance of getting home before dark. change[(1) to make different; (2) to become different]Will you change your decision? (1)His voice changed last year. (2) charge[(1) to accuse someone of something, usually a crime; (2) a statementin which someone is accused of something]She was charged with stealing a car. (1)The charge was false. (2) chaseThe dog chased the cat around the house. cheat[(1) to get by a trick; (2) to steal from]He cheated on the history examination. (1)The dishonest lawyer became rich by cheating the people that herepresented. (2) cheerThe crowd cheered every time their team scored. chemicals[(1) elements found in nature or made by people; (2) substances used inthe science of chemistry]Oxygen and hydrogen are the chemicals that form water. (1)Do you read the list of chemicals listed in the foods you eat? (2) chemistryHow many years did you study chemistry? chief[(1) the head or leader of a group; (2) leading; (3) most important]Mr. Thompson is the new chief of our tax office. (1)The chief cause of lung cancer is smoking. (2)The chief reason he got the job was his experience with tax issues. (3) child[(1) a baby; (2) a boy or girl]The child was born with the disease. (1)Every child, boy or girl, should have an equal chance to succeed. (2) childrenSixty children were chosen to go to a camp in the mountains. chooseYou may choose one meat and three vegetables from the lunch list. circleThe settlers put their wagons in a circle to defend against the attack. citizenEvery citizen is expected to vote. cityI lived in a small town as a child, but now I live in a city. civilianMany civilians were killed in the attack on the town. civil rights The law protects the civil rights of all citizens. claimHe claimed that his opponent lied about his activities as a studentleader. clash[(1) a battle; (2) to fight or oppose]Ten protesters were injured in the clash with police. (1)Angry farmers blocked roads and clashed with soldiers. (2) clean[(1) to make pure; (2) free from dirt or harmful substances]Please clean your room. (1)Too many people around the world do not have clean water to drink. (2) clear[(1) easy to see or see through; (2) easily understood]Clear water is not always safe to drink. (1)He won the debate because his arguments were clear to almost everyone.(2) clergyMany in the clergy supported the reforms proposed by the rebels. climateMany retired people like to spend the winter in the warm climate ofFlorida. climbThe firemen climbed ladders to rescue people living above the groundfloor. clockI was late for work because my clock stopped. close[(1) to make something not open; (2) near to]Please close the window before you come to bed. (1)Stay close to me in this big crowd. (2) clothI feel cooler in summer when I wear shirts made of cotton cloth. clothesBe sure to bring enough clothes for two weeks. cloudClouds like those usually mean rain will come soon. coalMuch of our electricity is produced by plants that burn coal as fuel. coalitionThe country is led by a coalition government of three parties. coastThe storm caused high waves and flooding along much of the Atlanticcoast. coffeePeople in Seattle drink lots of coffee. cold[(1) not warm; (2) having or feeling great coolness or a lowtemperature]The water is too cold for swimming. (1)This has been a cold winter, with much ice and snow. (2) collect[(1) to bring or gather together in one place; (2) to demand andreceive] The driver collected the children after school and brought them home.(1)Your employer collects taxes for the government every time you arepaid. (2) collegeHave you decided where you will attend college? colonyHong Kong is no longer a British colony. colorI love the bright colors of the autumn leaves. combineThe new organization combines radio and television broadcasting. come[(1) to move toward; (2) to arrive]Jan is coming home for the holidays. (1)The two sides came together on a settlement after long and detailednegotiations. (2) command[(1) to order; (2) to have power over something]The general commanded the army to move against the enemy. (1)The President commands all the military forces. (2) comment[(1) to say something about; (2) to express an opinion about something]Mr. President, please comment about the increased number of terroristattacks. (1)He commented about the writers who criticized his new book. (2) committeeThe committee met three times to decide who should get the specialaward. common[(1) usual; (2) same for all]He liked to call himself a common man. (1)The allies united for a common purpose: to win the war. (2) communicate[(1) to tell; (2) to give or exchange information]The chairman communicated that he was not happy with the proposedagreement. (1)Because we communicate well, we understand each other's situation. (2) communityOur community includes people from many other countries. companyMy friend started an Internet company to repair and sell old musicalinstruments.
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