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Language & Communication — Lesson 12
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daily
ˈdeɪli
Every day — I exercise daily.
I exercise daily.
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dance
ˈdæns
Move the body rhythmically to music, often following a set pattern or steps — let's dance to this song!
She likes to dance at parties.
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dare
dɛər
Be brave enough to do something — she didn't dare look at him.
I dare you to jump into the cold water.
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debate
dɪˈbeɪt
A formal discussion on a particular topic in which opposing arguments are put — there was a heated debate about the new policy.
There was a heated debate about the new policy.
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declare
dɪˈkler
Announce officially or clearly — the government will declare a state of emergency.
The government will declare a state of emergency.
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defend
dɪˈfend
Protect someone or something from attack, criticism, or danger — you should always defend your rights.
The soldiers defended the city from the invaders.
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deliberate
dɪˈlɪbərət
Done intentionally and consciously, not by accident — the police believe the fire was deliberate.
The police believe the fire was deliberate.
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deliver
dɪˈlɪvɚ
Bring something to a person or place, or to hand over something to someone — we deliver pizza within 30 minutes.
The postman delivers letters every morning.
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demand
dɪˈmænd
A firm request for something, or the desire or need for goods and services — the product is in great demand this season.
The workers' demand for higher wages was reasonable.
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denial
dɪˈnaɪəl
A statement that something is not true — the company issued a denial of the rumors.
His denial of the accusations was unconvincing.
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denounce
dɪˈnaʊns
Publicly declare that someone or something is wrong, evil, or bad — the political leader was denounced for his corrupt practices.
The political leader was denounced for his corrupt practices.
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describe
dɪˈskraɪb
Say or write what someone or something is like — let me describe how it happened.
Could you describe your attacker ?
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