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Language & Communication — Lesson 20

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moral

ˈmɔːrəl

Relating to right and wrong behavior — it's a moral issue.

She has strong moral principles.

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motion

ˈmoʊʃən

The act or process of moving or changing position — she made a motion to leave early.

The motion of the waves was calming.

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movie

ˈmuːvi

A movie is a story, event, or animation shown in moving pictures with sound — the movie was very exciting.

I watched a movie last night.

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myth

mɪθ

A traditional story from ancient times, especially one involving gods, heroes — the myth of Atlantis tells of a lost civilization.

Greek mythology contains many famous myths about gods and heroes.

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negative

ˈneɡ.ə.t̬ɪv

Expressing "no" — a negative attitude.

We received a negative answer to our request .

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negotiate

nɪˈɡoʊʃieɪt

Discuss something with someone in order to reach an agreement or to find a solution — we need to negotiate with the landlord about the rent.

The company wants to negotiate a better deal with suppliers.

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ˈnuːzˌletər

A regularly published document, either printed or digital, that provides news — you can subscribe to our newsletter to stay updated.

I receive the weekly newsletter from my favorite blog.

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nod

nɑd

Move the head up and down, especially to show agreement, approval, or to greet someone — she nodded in agreement.

She nodded in agreement.

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note

noʊt

A short written record or reminder, or a brief written message to someone — the book ended on a hopeful note.

I made a note of the meeting time.

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notice

ˈnoʊtɪs

A written or printed sign giving information or a warning about something — the notice was written in English.

There was a notice on the door saying the office was closed.

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novel

ˈnɑːvəl

A long written story about fictional characters and events, typically published as a book — have you ever written a novel?

I'm reading an interesting novel by a Brazilian author.

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oath

oʊθ

A formal promise to do something or a serious statement that something is true — he broke his oath of loyalty.

She took an oath to tell the whole truth in court.

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