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States & Conditions — Lesson 4

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debt

det

The state of owing something (especially money) — I need to pay off my debt as soon as possible.

I need to pay off my debt as soon as possible.

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disaster

dɪˈzæs.tɚ

A state of extreme (usually irremediable) ruin and misfortune — it would be a disaster for me if I lost my job.

An inquiry was ordered into the recent rail disaster (= a serious train accident ) .

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disease

dɪˈziːz

An impairment of health or a condition of abnormal functioning — she has a serious disease.

She has a serious disease.

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disorder

dɪsˈɔːrdər

A physical condition in which there is a disturbance of normal functioning — the room was in complete disorder after the party.

The room was in complete disorder after the party.

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divide

dɪˈvaɪd

Separate something into two or more parts or groups — divide the pizza equally among the four of you.

Divide the pizza equally among the four of you.

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domain

doʊˈmeɪn

A particular environment or walk of life — this topic falls within the domain of computer science.

This topic falls within the domain of computer science.

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emphasis

ˈemfəsɪs

Special importance or significance — he spoke with emphasis on every key point.

The teacher placed emphasis on grammar during the lesson.

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employ

ɪmˈplɔɪ

The state of being employed or having a job — we employ various teaching methods in our school.

The company employs over 500 people.

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fatigue

fəˈtiːɡ

Temporary loss of strength and energy resulting from hard physical or mental work — after running the marathon, she was overcome with fatigue.

After running the marathon, she was overcome with fatigue.

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fever

ˈfiːvər

A medical condition with high body temperature, usually caused by infection or illness — the doctor checked his fever.

She has a fever and needs to rest.

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fit

fɪt

A display of bad temper — the key doesn't fit the lock.

This shirt fits me perfectly.

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fix

fɪks

Informal terms for a difficult situation — can you fix my bike?

Can you fix my bike?

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