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States & Conditions — Lesson 1

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health
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health

hɛlθ
The state of being free from illness or injury — she is in good health.
She is in good health.
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add

æd
A condition (mostly in boys) characterized by behavioral and learning disorders — don't forget to add on your travelling expenses.
It's $45 - $50 if you add in the cost of postage .
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need
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need

niːd
A condition requiring relief — we need more time.
I need to study for my exam.
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life
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life

laɪf
A characteristic state or mode of living — life's too short to worry about money!
Life's too short to worry about money !
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terms
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terms

tɜːrmz
Status with respect to the relations between people or groups — what are the terms of the loan agreement?
Please read the terms and conditions carefully before signing.
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want
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want

wɑːnt
A state of extreme poverty — I want a cup of tea.
I want a cup of tea.
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being
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being

ˈbiːɪŋ
The state or fact of existing — the book explores the meaning of being itself.
All human beings deserve respect and dignity.
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security
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security

sɪˈkjʊrəti
The state of being free from danger or injury — many people worry about job security.
The security guard checked our IDs at the entrance.
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press
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press

pres
The state of demanding notice or attention — press the juice out of the oranges.
Press the button to start the machine.
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environment
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environment

ɪnˈvaɪ.rə.mənt
The totality of surrounding conditions — as a parent you try to create a stable home environment.
Certain chemicals have been banned because of their damaging effect on the environment.
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harm
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harm

hɑːrm
Physical injury or damage to someone or something, or it can refer to emotional — she was protected from harm.
Smoking can cause serious harm to your health.
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shoes
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shoes

ʃuːz
A particular situation — these shoes are very comfortable.
I need to buy new shoes for the party.
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