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States & Conditions — Lesson 16
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armistice
ˈɑrmɪstɪs
A state of peace agreed to between opponents so they can discuss peace terms — world War I came to a close with the armistice of 1918.
The armistice was signed at 11 a.m., ending the hostilities.
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arrears
əˈrɪrz
The state of being behind in payments — the company owes £50,000 in salary arrears.
She is three months in arrears with her rent.
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arthritis
ɑrˈθraɪtɪs
Inflammation of a joint or joints — there are many different types of arthritis.
My grandmother suffers from arthritis in her knees.
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ascendant
əˈsɛndənt
Position or state of being dominant or in control — the ascendant star was visible just above the horizon.
The ascendant political party gained popularity among young voters.
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asphyxia
æsˈfɪksiə
A life-threatening condition in which the body is deprived of oxygen, typically — paramedics saved the child from asphyxia just in time.
The diver died from asphyxia after his oxygen supply failed.
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asphyxiation
əˌsfɪksiˈeɪʃən
The condition of being deprived of oxygen (as by having breathing stopped) — he was rescued just in time to prevent asphyxiation.
The diver nearly died from asphyxiation when his oxygen tank ran out.
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assimilation
əˌsɪməˈleɪʃən
The process of absorbing and integrating information, ideas, or cultural — cultural assimilation can take many years.
Cultural assimilation can take many years.
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asthma
ˈæzmə
Respiratory disorder characterized by wheezing; usually of allergic origin — asthma can be triggered by allergies.
She uses an inhaler to manage her asthma.
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atrophy
ˈæt.rə.fi
A decrease in size of an organ caused by disease or disuse — physical therapy can help reverse muscle atrophy.
Muscle atrophy can occur after prolonged bed rest.
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aura
ˈɔrə
A distinctive atmosphere or quality surrounding a person, place, or thing — she had an aura of confidence.
She had an aura of confidence.
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autonomy
əˈtɑː.nə.mi
Immunity from arbitrary exercise of authority: political independence — personal autonomy is considered a fundamental human right.
The region was granted full autonomy after the peace agreement.
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backache
ˈbæk.eɪk
An ache localized in the back — he woke up with a terrible backache.
I have a backache from sitting all day at my desk.
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