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Language & Communication — Lesson 38
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adverts
ˈædvɜːrts
Short for advertisements — I saw adverts for the new phone online.
The adverts during the commercial break were quite funny.
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advice
ədˈvaɪs
A suggestion or recommendation about what someone should do in a particular situation — thank you for your advice.
Can you give me some advice?
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advices
ədˈvaɪsɪz
The plural form of 'advice', meaning multiple pieces of guidance or recommendations — he ignored all the advices his parents gave him.
He ignored all the advices his parents gave him.
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advise
ədˈvaɪz
Give someone advice or information about what they should do — can you advise me on which course to take?
I would advise you to wait before making a decision.
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advised
ədˈvaɪzd
Give someone advice or a recommendation based on knowledge or experience — he advised against taking the job offer.
She advised me to arrive early for the appointment.
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advises
ədˈvaɪzɪz
Give someone a suggestion or recommendation about what they should do — the doctor advises regular exercise.
He advises his clients to save money.
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advising
ədˈvaɪzɪŋ
Giving advice or recommendations — he specializes in career advising for new graduates.
The academic advising office helped her choose her courses.
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advisories
ədˈvaɪzəriz
Official announcements or warnings issued by authorities, typically to inform — the weather advisories warned of heavy snowfall overnight.
The weather advisories warned of heavy snowfall overnight.
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advisory
ədˈvaɪzəri
Giving advice or recommendations about what should be done — the advisory group met to discuss the new policy.
The advisory group met to discuss the new policy.
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advocated
ˈædvəkeɪtɪd
. To publicly recommend or support a particular cause, policy, or — she advocated for better working conditions.
She advocated for better working conditions.
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advocating
ˈædvəkeɪtɪŋ
Actively supporting or recommending a particular idea, cause, or policy — she is advocating for better workers' rights.
She is advocating for better workers' rights.
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affidavit
ˌæfɪˈdeɪvɪt
A written statement confirmed by oath or affirmation, for use as evidence in court — she submitted an affidavit to support her claim.
The witness signed an affidavit before the judge.
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