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Language & Communication — Lesson 6
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northern
ˈnɔrðərn
The painting shows a castle near snowy mountains, which are far to the top of the picture—this is a northern scene.
The northern part of the country is very cold.
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narrative
ˈnærətɪv
A narrative is a story or account of events, real or fictional, that is told or — students learned to analyze the narrative structure of novels.
The author crafted a compelling narrative about family secrets.
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viewing
ˈvjuːɪŋ
Watching or looking at something, especially on a screen or display — the viewing of the film starts at 7 pm.
The viewing of the film starts at 7 pm.
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letter
ˈlet̬.ɚ
A written message from one person to another, usually put in an envelope and — I got a letter from the bank this morning.
I got a letter from the bank this morning .
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celtic
ˈkɛltɪk
Relating to the Celts, their languages, cultures, or traditions, especially in — she is interested in Celtic history and mythology.
The Celtic languages are a group of related languages.
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criteria
kraɪˈtɪriə
Standards or principles by which something is judged or evaluated — the criteria for admission are very strict.
The criteria for admission are very strict.
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menu
ˈmenjuː
A list of dishes offered at a restaurant, or a list of options shown on a computer screen — could I see the menu please?
Could I see the menu please?
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devoted
dɪˈvoʊtɪd
Someone who is devoted has a very strong love, loyalty, or dedication to a — she is a devoted mother of three children.
She is a devoted mother of three children.
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patent
ˈpætənt
A government grant that gives an inventor the exclusive right to make, use, or — he sold his patent to a large corporation.
She applied for a patent to protect her new invention.
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greek
ɡriːk
Relating to Greece, its people, language, or culture — she is learning Greek.
Greek food is delicious.
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denied
dɪˈnaɪd
Say that something is not true, or to refuse to allow or provide something — he denied stealing the money.
He denied stealing the money.
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citation
saɪˈteɪʃən
A citation is a reference to a source of information such as a book, article — the professor required citations for all sources used in the essay.
The professor required citations for all sources used in the essay.
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