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Language & Communication — Lesson 14
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ensure
ɪnˈʃʊr
Make certain that something will happen or be the case — please ensure that all doors are locked before leaving.
Please ensure that all doors are locked before leaving.
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entry
ˈɛntri
Coming or going into a place, a door or opening where you can enter, or an item — the lottery entry deadline is Friday.
The entry to the museum is on the left side.
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essay
ˈeseɪ
A short piece of writing on a particular subject, especially one done by — she submitted her essay to the teacher last week.
I have to write an essay about climate change for tomorrow.
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exact
ɪɡˈzækt
Completely accurate and precise — what is the exact time?
What is the exact time?
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exaggerate
ɪɡˈzædʒəreɪt
Represent something as being better, worse, larger, or more extreme than it really is — don't exaggerate — just tell me what actually happened.
Don't exaggerate — just tell me what actually happened.
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exam
ɪɡˈzæm
A formal test of knowledge or ability in a subject, especially a written test — I have an exam tomorrow.
I have an exam tomorrow.
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except
ɪkˈsept
Used to indicate exclusion — everyone came except John.
Everyone came except John.
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excuse
ɪkˈskjuːz
Forgive someone for a small mistake or to ask someone to repeat something they said — please excuse my mistake.
Excuse me, could you repeat that?
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exhibit
ɪɡˈzɪbɪt
Show or display something publicly, especially in an art gallery, museum, or — the company will exhibit its new products at the trade show.
The museum exhibits ancient artifacts from Egypt.
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explain
ɪkˈspleɪn
Make something clear or easy to understand by describing it or giving information about it — could you explain the rules to me?
Could you explain the rules to me?
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expose
ɪkˈspoʊz
Make something visible or known that was hidden or secret — don't expose your skin to the sun for too long.
The newspaper exposed the politician's corruption.
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express
ɪkˈsprɛs
Tell someone what you think or feel, using words, writing, or actions — he found it difficult to express his feelings.
She expressed her opinions at the meeting.
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