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Actions & Events — Lesson 37

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applications

əˌplɪˈkeɪʃənz

The act of bringing something to bear; using it for a particular purpose — many applications are free to download.

I downloaded three new applications on my phone.

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appointment

əˈpɔɪntmənt

The act of putting a person into a non-elective position — his appointment as manager was announced yesterday.

I have an appointment with the doctor tomorrow morning.

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appointments

əˈpɔɪntmənts

The act of putting a person into a non-elective position — I have two appointments this afternoon.

I have two appointments this afternoon.

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apprenticeship

əˈprentɪsʃɪp

The position of apprentice — she started an apprenticeship in plumbing after finishing school.

She started an apprenticeship in plumbing after finishing school.

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approaches

əˈproʊtʃɪz

Ideas or actions intended to deal with a problem or situation — there are many different approaches to learning a new language.

There are many different approaches to learning a new language.

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approaching

əˈproʊtʃɪŋ

The event of one object coming closer to another — the deadline is approaching quickly.

She saw a figure approaching from the distance.

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approvals

əˈpruːvəlz

The formal act of approving — we are still waiting for management approvals.

The project received all the necessary approvals.

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approving

əˈpruːvɪŋ

The formal act of approving — she gave him an approving nod.

She gave him an approving nod.

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aquaculture

ˈækwəkʌltʃɚ

Rearing aquatic animals or cultivating aquatic plants for food — aquaculture provides a sustainable source of seafood.

Aquaculture provides a sustainable source of seafood.

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archery

ˈɑːrtʃəri

The sport of shooting arrows with a bow — archery is an Olympic sport.

She practices archery every weekend.

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